Show: Football 360 – The Fastest 48 Minutes of Football Talk on the Planet Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann

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• X (Twitter): @Football360Show

• Podcast: Apple & Spotify (audio only)

• Radio: Saturdays, 11 a.m. on 590 AM KLIS – Your Lou Info Station (LouInfo.com)

Follow the Hosts:

• JP Rock:

  • X: @JPRockMO

  • Instagram: @JPRockScoutsU

• Matt Biermann:

  • X: @EliteFootball

  • Instagram: @EliteFootballAcademy

Presented by:

• Game Plan Strategies – Football consulting to help families navigate their football future

  • Free consult: GPSFootball.org

• GetOFFRD – Digital recruiting app and CRM to organize offers, messages & school communication

  • Visit: GetOFFRD.com (O-F-F-R-D) – App Store version coming soon

Episode Overview

JP and Matt open the show with housekeeping and listener shout-outs (Football 360 showing up in Spotify top podcasts 👀), then dive into a huge slate:

• Mizzou's Gator Bowl matchup vs Virginia

• The transfer portal chaos ramping up

• Coaches publicly calling college football "a mess"

• The explosion of NIL, agents, and pseudo-agents

• The SEC's move to 105 scholarships

• The Big Ten vs SEC athlete gap

• And a deep look at the business side of modern college football

This episode is all about helping parents and players understand what's really happening behind the headlines: how money, roster rules, and the portal are shaping opportunities (and pitfalls) for today's athletes.

Key Topics This Episode 🐯 Mizzou vs Virginia – Gator Bowl Thoughts

• Reaction to Mizzou drawing Virginia in the Gator Bowl

• Why the matchup should make Mizzou fans feel pretty good

• The challenge of bowl prep in the portal era:

  • Players opting out for the NFL

  • Players jumping in the transfer portal

  • Coaches trying to maintain momentum into next season

🔁 Transfer Portal Madness & NIL Agents

• Arizona State HC Kenny Dillingham's comments on college football being a mess

• The Sam Leavitt situation and the "we're going to have a really good QB next year" comment

• How that hints at tampering and pre-arranged portal deals

• The rise of:

  • NIL "agents" (legit and not-so-legit)

  • Neighborhood guys suddenly "handling NIL" for players

• Why families need:

  • Real legal help for big NIL/portal negotiations

  • To be extremely careful who they trust

💰 SEC to 105 Scholarships & House v. NCAA Fallout

• The SEC moving from 85 to 105 scholarships

• How this ties into the House v. NCAA settlement and roster limits

• Big questions:

  • Do schools scholarship current walk-ons 86–105?

  • Or bring in more developmental high school players?

• Why schools don't want donor dollars going to collectives:

  • They want money in-house (Tiger Scholarship Fund, etc.)

  • Collectives vs. school budgets = ongoing tug-of-war

• Expectation that more lawsuits are coming around:

  • NIL restrictions (NIL GO program, Deloitte oversight over $600)

  • Restraints on "fair market value" for athletes

🏈 Big Ten vs SEC – Who Really Has the Edge?

• Takeaways:

  • Top-tier Big Ten teams (Ohio State, Indiana, Oregon, maybe USC) can beat SEC teams

  • But depth and overall athlete profile still favor the SEC in many spots

• How the expanded 12-team playoff:

  • Will give better data than random bowl games

  • Reduces the "checked-out bowl" factor (opt-outs, portal, no stakes)

📅 Early Signing Period, Late Value & Roster Strategy

• Recap of Early Signing Period (last Wednesday–Friday)

• Why some players are being "slow-played" to late signing day

• Portal-first roster building:

  • Programs chasing plug-and-play transfers

  • High school kids getting pushed to the margins

• There's still real value out there in unsigned high school players…

  • But only if colleges decide they want to invest in development again

💼 The Business of Coaching: Money, Titles & Recycled Names

• The modern head coach as CEO more than on-field teacher

• Assistants and support staff as the true day-to-day engine:

  • They turn out the lights

  • They know the players best

  • They run the scheme and handle problems

• Coaching carousel talk:

  • Lane Kiffin's situation and NIL war chests

  • Iowa State's Matt Campbell to Penn State

  • Age & background of newer hires (e.g., Colin Klein to Kansas State)

• Why schools keep:

  • Recycling certain head coaches

  • Ignoring the fact that most haven't been formally trained as business leaders

Big Takeaways for Parents & Players

• You're in a business now. Money, contracts, and roster math are driving decisions more than ever.

• Be careful who you let negotiate for you – NIL deals and transfers require real expertise, not just enthusiasm.

• The portal can be an opportunity, but it's also crowded and risky if you don't have a real plan.

• Even as the system changes, the core rule for players hasn't:

  You need to be on the field and producing where you are to create options at the next level.

Show: Football 360 — The Fastest 48 Minutes of Football Talk on the Planet Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Sponsors:

• Game Plan Strategies — Navigate your football future with real answers for parents & players

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🎙 Episode Summary

It's the busiest football time of the year—state championships, the early signing period, coaching changes, and NIL money flying everywhere.

JP and Matt break down how multi-million dollar NIL deals for quarterbacks are warping the landscape, what that really means for recruiting, and why the smartest move for most kids is not chasing the hype, but chasing development.

They then answer a listener question on how to pick a youth football team, dig into the pros and cons of travel/all-star teams vs local feeder programs, and explain why movement skills and coaching matter more than trophies and out-of-state trips.

Finally, they talk about middle school "phenoms", who actually pans out, how often the "best kid in 8th grade" is still the best in college, and why speed + continued growth beat early dominance. They wrap with a candid look at coaching: head coaches as CEOs, assistants doing the heavy lifting, and why instability is baked into the college game.

🔑 Key Topics 1. NIL Money & QB Market Reality

• Concrete NIL numbers being thrown at college QBs (multi-million per year).

• How revenue-share dollars are divided:

  • ~10–18% of the pool going to quarterbacks.

  • QB1, QB2, QB3, QB4 each "slotted" at different pay levels.

• Why the three best-paying jobs in football are:

  1. Quarterback

  2. Rush the quarterback

  3. Protect the quarterback

• Takeaway for athletes:

  If you can hoop and you're 6'2"–6'6" but not high-major in basketball, you need to give those premium football positions a real look.

2. How to Pick a Youth Football Team (Listener Question)

Question: How do you pick the right youth team when some promise big out-of-state travel and others stay local?

JP & Matt's framework:

• Football is not a sport you need to travel for at the youth level.

• Travel/all-star teams:

  • Often built around a few physically advanced kids (age/biological maturity advantage).

  • Games vs out-of-state teams frequently get cancelled.

  • Mostly about experience & hype, not long-term development.

• Local feeder leagues (Junior GAC, Rockwood, etc.):

  • Consistent schedules, predictable opponents.

  • Kids usually playing within their high school system and schemes.

  • Have quietly produced just as many (or more) D1 and college players.

• What REALLY matters:

  • Coaching quality — are they actually teaching, or just rolling the ball out?

  • Development over weekend wins — is your kid getting better, or just chasing medals?

  • Movement training & athletic base from ages ~7–15:

    • Speed, balance, coordination, change of direction

    • Not just "play calls" and trick plays

3. Youth vs High School vs College: When Does It Matter?

• Middle school is the starting line, not the finish line.

• JP's scouting lens:

  • Starts watching guys in middle school, but tracks them through high school to see:

    • Do they keep growing?

    • Are they still differentiators at 16–17?

• Examples:

  • Rare guys who were dominant in middle school, high school AND college (e.g. Blaine Gabbert, Brandon Sheperd).

  • Others who were unstoppable as 8th graders but never grew or never separated later.

• Big takeaways:

  • Don't panic if you're not the middle school superstar.

  • Don't relax if you are the middle school superstar.

  • You must keep building, not just "keep working." Build on each year.

4. Choosing the Right High School (Same Logic as Youth)

• Parallels between picking a youth team and picking a high school:

  • Don't confuse winning programs with development pipelines.

  • At big pipeline schools, someone's not playing until they're a junior/senior.

• For recruiting, especially at QB:

  • Playing time by sophomore year is huge.

  • Only playing as a senior is almost a kiss of death for recruiting.

• The reality:

  • You can win rings, play on a state power, and still never get recruited.

  • You may end up just being "the guy who played with that star," instead of being a recruit yourself.

• Core question for parents:

  Is this program the best fit for my kid's development and playing time, or just the best logo?

5. Development > Hype: What Parents Should Actually Prioritize

• From ages 7–15:

  • Prioritize movement, speed, and athleticism, not just more plays & more tournaments.

  • "Recruit speed. If not speed, recruit length. If not length, recruit height."

• Why all-star tournaments and youth "national champs" rarely matter for recruiting:

  • College coaches don't care what you did in 5th–8th grade.

  • They care what you are at 16–18: size, speed, film, and projection.

• Good questions to ask:

  • Is my child learning real football and real movement patterns?

  • Are we building a body and skill set that will translate at 16–18, not just 10–12?

6. Coaching Changes & the Business Side of College Football

• Head coaches today are more CEOs than hands-on position coaches.

• The real day-to-day:

  • Assistants and support staff are the ones turning off the lights at night.

  • Players often have their deepest relationships with position coaches, not the head man.

• Why there's so much instability:

  • Billion-dollar enterprises being run by people whose only "training" is climbing the assistant-coach ladder.

  • No formal leadership/dev programs like corporate America.

  • Tribal knowledge, politics, and pressure to "win now" drive constant churn.

Show: Football 360 — The Fastest 48 Minutes of Football Talk on the Planet Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Presented By:

• GetOFFRD — getoffrd.com

• Game Plan Strategies Consulting — gpsfootball.org

🎙 Episode Summary

JP and Matt dig into the real questions parents and players are facing right now:

• How do you know who to trust in recruiting?

• What does it really mean when a school says, "We're going to wait until February"?

• How are NIL dollars and "bean counters" changing quarterback recruiting?

• And how in the world do you pick the right high school for your kid?

They also touch on the mental and financial stress families feel, why so many parents are "woefully ignorant" through no fault of their own, and finish with a look at Mizzou, Oklahoma, coaching rumors, and whether coaches like Eli Drinkwitz and Lane Kiffin should stay or go in this new-money era.

🔑 Key Topics Covered 1. Why GetOFFRD & Game Plan Strategies Exist

• GetOFFRD as a recruiting CRM for families:

  • Email and DM 10,000+ college coaches

  • Track opens, views, and follow-ups

  • Filter targets by realistic level (FCS, D2, high-level D2, etc.)

• Game Plan Strategies as the "translator" and guide:

  • Decoding what coaches really mean

  • Helping families evaluate offers, timing, and paths

  • Giving parents a trusted sounding board in a confusing system

2. Parents Don't Know What They Don't Know

• Youth and high school parents pulled in 10 different directions:

  • School coaches

  • Club/7v7 coaches

  • Trainers

  • Friends and social media

• Common issues JP & Matt hear:

  • Coaches pushing multi-sport choices that don't help football future

  • Stress over which high school to pick for a high-level youth player

  • Obsessing over other kids' offers instead of running your own race

3. When a School Says "We'll Wait Until February…"

• What it usually means when a committed kid is told:

  "We're only signing a couple guys in December; you'll sign in February."

• Translation:

  • They're likely slow-playing you while they shop the transfer portal

  • You're the "break glass in case of emergency" option

• How JP advises families to respond and why that's often a red flag

• The emotional toll on parents and players who feel blindsided

4. Lies, Half-Truths & the Reality of College Recruiting

• Families' common feedback:

  "There's a lot of lying in this process."

• Why:

  • Staff changes

  • Roster needs changing late

  • "We're taking 3 linebackers" suddenly becomes "We're only taking 2"

• JP & Matt's role:

  • Explain what's happening

  • Help families decide if they really want to play for people who operate that way

5. NIL Money, Bean Counters & QB Slotting

• How NIL pools are divided in real life:

  • Example: $17M football pool, 18% to quarterbacks

  • QB1, QB2, QB3, QB4 all "slotted" at different dollar amounts

• What happens when:

  • A recruit is told he's "QB4" and finds out another QB in the same class is getting more

• The tension between:

  • Going where you love the program vs. going where they value you financially

• Why the system is absolutely a business, even at 18 years old

6. Picking the Right High School (Huge Parent Question)

• Things JP & Matt say you must consider:

  • Will your kid realistically get on the field by sophomore year?

  • Is it a true pipeline program or just a winning team?

  • Depth chart at your position

  • Coaching stability & track record of developing college players

• Why only playing as a senior is almost a kiss of death for recruiting

• How "big-name" high schools can still be the wrong fit if your kid never sees the field

7. The Emotional Side of It All

• Recruiting as:

  • Mentally draining

  • Financially draining

  • A daily roller coaster for families

• Parents only get one shot at doing this right

• Why having a trusted advisor changes the whole experience

8. College Football & Mizzou Talk

• Mizzou's season and the frustration at 7–4

• Missed chances vs. Vanderbilt and Alabama

• Rumors, board meetings, and potential contract extension for Eli Drinkwitz

• Lane Kiffin, LSU, Ole Miss, and the "70M vs 90M" question

• At what point do you say:

  "We're paying top-dollar. What's the realistic ceiling here?"

📣 Sponsors

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📺 Where to Watch & Listen

• YouTube & X: @Football360Show

• Website: Football360show.com

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• Podcast: Spotify & Apple Podcasts ("Football 360 Show")

Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Platform: Football 360 Show — The Fastest 48 Minutes in Football Presented By:

• Game Plan Strategies — Football consulting for parents & players

• OFFRD (getoffrd.com) — Recruiting tools, email templates, coach database & profile tracking

🎙 Episode Summary

In this episode, JP and Matt deliver a brutally honest breakdown of the 2025 recruiting landscape. They dig deep into the transfer portal chaos, why seniors are panicking, what parents misunderstand about exposure, and the real way college coaches evaluate players.

They also dive into a major parent question: How do you pick the right high school for your kid? Plus — the truth about NAIA/D2 opportunities, pipeline schools, walking on in the Power 4 era, and why most players sabotage their chances by not responding to coaches.

This is one of the most important episodes of the year for football families.

🔑 Key Topics Covered 1. Transfer Portal Chaos & Signing Period Reality

• 800+ D2/D3 players already in the portal — and the tidal wave hasn't hit yet

• Portal rules that should help high school players… but not immediately

• Why the second signing period (February) matters more than ever

• Why seniors should not panic — schools look until June

2. Recruiting Misconceptions (Parents NEED to Hear This)

• You can't "turn recruiting on" after film drops — no coach is waiting for your HUDL link

• For every 100 actions, expect 1 real response

• The myth: "I emailed five coaches and none responded."

• The truth: Coaches are drowning in players + portal chaos

3. OFFRD Platform Breakdown

• 10,000+ coach emails & contacts

• Track opens, clicks, and view metrics

• Education layer: visits, timelines, communication templates

• Why players who use the platform properly stand out immediately

4. How to Evaluate Where You Actually Fit

• Why many recruits vastly overestimate their level

• Brutally honest level assessment from JP & Matt

• If you think you're "too good" for NAIA or D2 — you probably don't love football

• Early playing time vs. chasing logos

5. The Combine Trap

• Parents chasing "invite-only" combines that mean nothing

• The dangerous mindset: "We need the invite so we can post it"

• REAL outcomes come from verified performance + competing vs. top players

• Example: Roccco Marriott blowing up after competing — not because of an invite

6. Walking On in the Power 4 Era

• Why walk-on spots are more competitive than ever

• Coaches projecting roster needs 6–12 months out

• Walk-ons now part of revenue share → coaches are picky

• Why "preferred walk-on" ≠ automatic playing opportunity

7. How to Choose the Right High School (Parents' #1 Question)

Major factors JP & Matt outline:

• System fit (run-heavy? pass-heavy? trench-focused?)

• Starting opportunity by sophomore year

• Roster depth at your position

• Whether the school produces pipeline exposure

• Coaching stability

• Past & current players with college interest

• How long it takes to "ingrain" into the program

• The massive risk of transferring as a senior (eligibility + losing recruiting traction)

8. The Danger of Transferring Late

• Real example: high-level recruit ruled ineligible for half the season

• Killed exposure

• Set back recruiting timeline

• Momentum matters — coaches recruit where the heat is

9. The Rise of Handlers, Bad Advisors & False Promises

• "Fanboy coaches" steering kids wrong

• Advisors who take kids on visits like they are getting recruited

• When to know someone is hurting your process

• Why real consulting (Game Plan Strategies) matters more than ever

10. Why Football Is a Business — Even in Middle School

• Families traveling nationwide chasing meaningless combines

• The $399 camp is the cheap part — travel costs kill families

• How to know which camps matter

• When to stop wasting money and build a real plan

🏈 Featured Stories & Examples

• Rocco Marriott: from combining MVP → JMU offer → 4-star jump

• Two top-10 Missouri players who exploded after verified combine results

• High-profile QB households balancing system fit vs. depth chart

• Real cases of transfer eligibility disasters (MISHAA)

• Pipeline schools vs. development-only programs

📣 Sponsors & Tools Mentioned Game Plan Strategies

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OFFRD Recruiting Platform

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Episode Title: The Fastest 48: Real Recruiting Talk, Late-Season Paths, and the Truth About Levels Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Presented by: Game Plan Strategies (free consult) & GetOFFRD (recruiting CRM + coach outreach)

🎙 Episode Summary

JP and Matt dive into the crunch-time realities of recruiting as seasons wrap up. If your season just ended (or is about to), here's what to do next—and how to be brutally honest about level, speed, and film. They break down why D2/JUCO are now legitimate springboards, how to package your info so coaches actually respond, and preview a slate of must-watch Missouri/Illinois playoff matchups.

🔑 Key Topics & Takeaways

• Tools that actually help:

  • Game Plan Strategies — clear path, honest evals, step-by-step plan (free consultation).

  • GetOFFRD.com — email/DM 10k+ coaches, track outreach, organize profiles, keep receipts.

• It's not too late—if you work: Post-season plan for seniors vs. roadmap for younger players.

• First pitfall: thinking you're better than you are. Honest evaluation saves time and money.

• Film > Hype: Varsity clips, easy links, verified measurables (HT/WT/40/Broad/Vert). Don't make coaches hunt.

• D2/JUCO ≠ purgatory: Today they're on-ramps—play early, stack tape, level up.

• Multi-sport truth: Play multiple sports if you want, but don't let it be the excuse for skipping football prep.

• Love the game vs. love the idea: If you "won't play unless it's D1," ask whether you actually love football.

• Parents' lens: Stats, all-conference/all-state ≠ offers. Colleges recruit traits, tape, fit.

• Off-season wins seasons: January training blocks, 7v7 tryouts, February combines—stack momentum now.

🏆 Local/Regional Spotlight & Matchups

• Parkway West (9–2) vs. Fort Zumwalt North — marquee matchup; high-level QB play and deep WR room at West.

• Class 3: Live for Life's comeback vs. St. Genevieve; now draws Valley Catholic at their place.

• Class 4: Vianney (4–6) is dangerous (Sam Dean to Missouri Southern); faces tough Sullivan (9–3), a hard-nosed, well-coached group.

• Game of the week (Class 4): Kearney (10–0) vs. Savannah (10–1) — elite trench play (the Beaver twins, Mason & Isaac; North Dakota commits), plus QB Carter Temple (size, arm, wrestles, real tools).

✅ Action Plan (for Players & Parents)

1. Package your profile: One doc/link with: height/weight, verified testing, position(s), contact info, transcripts, highlight + 2–3 game links.

2. Send smart, not random: Target realistic levels first (D2/FCS), then work upward. Keep a log of who/when/how (GetOFFRD).

3. Book an evaluation: Get an honest read on level, timeline, and gaps (Game Plan Strategies).

4. Commit to January–March: Strength/speed block, 7v7 for reps/competitive sharpening, February combines for updated numbers.

5. Follow up weekly: Treat it like training—consistent touches beat one big blast.

🗓 What's Coming Up

• 7v7 Tryouts: Multiple programs ramping up—use them for competitive reps and football IQ.

• Combines:

  • Youth Combine: Presidents Day

  • High School Combine: Mid-March (get updated numbers before college camps)

📣 Sponsors & Links

• Game Plan Strategies — free consultation, personalized recruiting roadmap (site as mentioned on air).

• GetOFFRD.com — recruiting CRM + bulk coach outreach + tracking: getoffrd.com

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Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Presented by: Game Plan Strategies Consulting & GetOffrd (getoffrd.com)

🎙 Episode Summary

JP Rock and Matt Biermann break down what every parent and athlete needs to understand about the new reality of football recruiting. From early preparation to exposure strategy, they reveal why simply being talented isn't enough — and how inaction can quietly end a player's college dream.

They also talk about Boom 7v7 tryouts, Elite Football Academy combines, and how Game Plan Strategies and GetOffrd help players build a real plan for the next level.

🧠 Key Topics

• Why Recruiting Is Harder Than Ever: The new realities of film, exposure, and the transfer portal.

• Start Early, Stay Active: Why middle school and freshman years matter more than most parents think.

• The "Stuck Player" Problem: Talented kids who don't advance because they never created a strategy.

• Varsity Film Matters: Why colleges won't watch JV tape — and what to do about it.

• Avoiding Recruiting Myths: Being on a state champ team doesn't equal scholarship offers.

• The Kiss of Death of Recruiting: Getting offers and then stopping the work.

• The Importance of Verified Data: How height, weight, 40-time, and film completion separate serious prospects from pretenders.

• Real Talk for Parents: Rose-colored glasses vs. realistic evaluation — why honest feedback saves time and money.

• Off-Season Is Everything: "Football players are made in the off-season, football futures are made in the off-season."

• Upcoming Events:

  • BOOM 7v7 Tryouts: Nov 22 & Nov 26

  • Youth Combine: Presidents Day

  • High School Combine: March 14 (Our City location)

💬 Quotes & Takeaways

"You can't just wait to get noticed — recruiting is a muscle you have to work every week." – JP Rock "We don't guess. We evaluate. And if you want to know where you stand, you need real feedback." – Matt Biermann "Football players are made in the off-season. Football futures are made in the off-season." – JP Rock

📍 Connect & Follow

• JP Rock — Instagram @jprockscoutu | X @jprockmo | football360show.com

• Matt Biermann — Instagram @elitefootballacademy | X @elitefootball | elitefootball.net

📻 Listen & Watch

• KLIS 590 AM (St. Louis): Saturdays @ 11 AM CT

• YouTube: @Football360Show

• Spotify & Apple Podcasts: Search "Football 360 Show"

Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Platform: YouTube, X (@Football360Show), football360show.com, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and KLIS 590 AM (Saturdays 11 AM) Presented by: getoffrd.com & Game Plan Strategies (gpsfootball.org)

🏈 Opening Segment – Introduction

• Welcome to The Fastest 48 Minutes of Football Talk on the Planet.

• Discussion on GetOffrd and Game Plan Strategies — the intersection of recruiting tech (GetOffrd app) and advisory support (GPS Football Consulting).

• Both projects help parents, athletes, and coaches navigate the recruiting process in today's competitive environment.

💡 Segment 1 – The Recruiting Reality Check

• Most high school athletes wait to be recruited, but "it doesn't just happen."

• Even elite players face tougher odds due to:

  • Transfer portal effects

  • Downward compression (FBS → FCS → D2 opportunities)

• Families struggle due to lack of information and confusing recruiting systems.

Key Quote:

"You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make them drink. You have to help yourself — no one else will."

📱 Segment 2 – The GetOffrd App & Player Accountability

• Many players fail to complete basic tasks like filling out profiles or questionnaires.

• College coaches can access GetOffrd player data directly — incomplete profiles = missed opportunities.

• Even freshmen can add key info (film, height, weight, GPA) to get on radar early.

• Emphasis on self-discipline and ownership in the recruiting process.

Takeaway: Completing your GetOffrd profile is part of the "puzzle" that gets you viewed — not just "offered."

🧩 Segment 3 – Evaluations, Hype, and the Truth About Recruiting

• Players must understand that recruiting is about fit and evaluation, not just stats or hype.

• Coaches often pass on good players due to system fit, position depth, or prior commitments.

• Reputation matters — "selling" players who underperform hurts credibility for everyone.

Example Discussion:

• Some players dominate camps and combines yet get overlooked.

• Others go D2 or NAIA, excel, and later transfer up to FBS programs like Oregon.

🏆 Segment 4 – Lessons from Kurt Warner

• Kurt Warner quote highlighted:

  "I threw 22 interceptions the year I was MVP. We focus too much on negatives."

• Lesson: Context matters — stats don't tell the whole story.

• Evaluation must include intangibles, team impact, and role within a system.

🔥 Segment 5 – Coaching Carousel: Brian Kelly & Modern College Football

• Brian Kelly's firing sparks discussion on:

  • Modern coaching volatility

  • High expectations, massive buyouts, and NIL/portal-era pressure

  • Shift from 5-year rebuilds to instant results

• Programs now operate like professional franchises, driven by performance and revenue.

Quotes:

"It's big business now. Too much money involved to accept less than expected."

"You get paid to go away. What a deal."

🐯 Segment 6 – Mizzou Football Talk

• Mizzou out of playoff contention after two losses.

• QB situation: Pribula injured, Zoller stepping in as a true freshman.

• Discussion on QB recruiting strategy and missed local opportunities (e.g., Brady Davidson).

• Zoller's mechanics praised; potential upside long-term despite tough task ahead vs. #3 Texas A&M.

Note: Two bye weeks may help — "perfect timing" for transition.

🧠 Segment 7 – Fanbase Reaction & Game Breakdown

• Mixed feelings among Mizzou fans — frustration but also optimism.

• "Close losses show competitiveness but not results."

• Kevin Coleman's near-touchdown vs. Vanderbilt sparks debate over Hail Mary pass interference.

  • Reminder: Rule states defenders cannot impede a receiver's progress to the ball.

🎰 Segment 8 – Sports Gambling & NCAA Policy

• Discussion on NCAA allowing college athletes to bet on pro sports.

• Hosts warn this is a "recipe for disaster."

• High school athletes are already gambling — alarming trend with easy access through apps.

Quote:

"You're playing with your buddies on Saturday and betting on your friends on Sunday — that's a problem."

🏁 Closing Segment

• Reflection on how college sports and recruiting are evolving rapidly.

• Expect major changes in the next 5 years in structure, athlete management, and NIL economics.

• Reminder: follow Football 360 Show on YouTube, X, and catch replays at football360show.com.

🎧 Key Themes & Takeaways

1. Recruiting isn't automatic – athletes must own their process.

2. Complete your GetOffrd profile – visibility equals opportunity.

3. Film must match hype – credibility matters for coaches and advocates.

4. College coaching = big business – performance-driven with zero patience.

5. NCAA gambling changes pose serious long-term cultural risks.

6. Mizzou's QB future hinges on development and smart recruiting.

Football 360 — Show Review

Air date: Tue, Oct 21, 2025 Hosts: JP Rock & Matt Biermann Where to watch/listen: YouTube & X (video) • Spotify & Apple (audio) Radio replay: Sat 11:00 a.m. — KLIS 590 AM (Lou Info / louinfo.com)

Open & Theme

• JP back from a week on the road → "great to be home, great to be back."

• Fastest 48 minutes in football: weather, district shakeups, and recruiting reality checks.

Big Storylines

• Mizzou: Squeaks out a double-OT road win — not pretty, but it counts.

• Weather Weekend: Wind + rain = schedule shuffles (e.g., MICDS–St. Dominic to Monday 3 p.m.). Expect more rain Friday statewide.

• Regular Season Finale: Final week for Missouri HS; some districts overloaded with contenders—good teams will exit early.

Game Recaps & Notes

CBC vs. SLUH (Varsity)

• Result: CBC 37–0.

• Notes: CBC D-line dominated; SLUH's playmakers (Keenan Harris, Zach Allen) limited. Key breakup by Jaden Reed on an early shot.

CBC (JV) vs. Jackson

• Result: Jackson wins in 2OT.

• Note: Jackson's lower levels + varsity pipeline look legit.

Blue Springs South vs. Blue Springs

• Result: BSS 35–7. Momentum rolling on the west side.

Wind Factor Games

• Coaching takeaway: Build wind plans (rollouts, crossers, back-shoulder throws). Elite's QBs trained outside Sunday to simulate it.

Team/Player Spotlight — Platte County (Class 5)

• Form: 8–0; recent scores: 70–0, 63–0, 49–7, 69–14; season low is 46.

• Dudes: QB Rocco Marriott (WV & UCF heat; initial JMU commit), RB Adam Gissler, TEs Brooks Hall & Jack Boots, rising WR.

• District 8 Gauntlet: Rockhurst, St. Pius X, Fort Osage looming. Schedule strength vs. playoff readiness = must-watch.

Coaching Corner — Scheduling Philosophy

• The winning blend: rest + depth vs true tests.

• Templates: East St. Louis, CBC, Cardinal Ritter using out-of-state heavyweights to sharpen for November.

Recruiting Reality Check (Portal Era)

• Commitments = starting point, not finish line. Programs/rosters/coaches change fast.

• Two-Year Rule: Aim to see the field by Year 2 or risk being leapfrogged by a proven portal guy with film.

• Smart Path: Ball out at G5/FCS → portal → P4 payday. Don't make P4-or-bust mistakes.

• Anecdotes:

  • Ty Simpson is the exception—stayed through change, now starting.

  • Old-school "visit = decommit" era vs. today's flexibility (Gabe Kuhn story).

Three Things We Learned

1. Defense travels: CBC's front can tilt a game early.

2. Weather wins: Programs with windy-weather packages get November edges.

3. Districts decide: Bracket strength may knock out state-final caliber teams in R1–R2.

What's Next

• Regular Season Week Finalé: Seeding clarity + trap-game alerts in rain.

• District Matchups: West-side heavies vs. surging publics—circle Class 5 & 6.

• Player Watch: Rocco Marriott's recruiting drumbeat & Platte County's scoring pace.

Elite / Community Board

• BOOM 7v7 Tryout I: Fri, Nov 21 (Tryout II: Wed, Nov 26, day before Thanksgiving).

• Elite Combine: Second weekend of March — lock it in.

• Training Note: Freshman QB group (~15) progressing; seniors in for film + throws.

Pull Quotes (for clips & captions)

• "In 2025, recruiting is a business—protect yourself and find the right fit."

• "If you're not on the field by Year 2, the portal will pass you by."

• "You can only play who's on your schedule—but dropping 50+ weekly is never easy."

🔑 Key Topics Covered 1. Mizzou's Dominant Defense

• Mizzou improved to 3–0 with a 52–10 win.

• Defense allowed just 4 total passing yards and ~100 rushing yards, pushing their rankings way up.

• Hosts noted the defensive front "big boys" deserve as much credit as the secondary.

2. High Expectations for the Season

• With six of their first games at home, the hosts said anything less than 10 wins would be a disappointment.

• Key stretch: South Carolina → UMass → Alabama at home.

• Alabama no longer looks invincible, making the matchup even more intriguing.

3. Transfer Portal = Free Agency

• Bo Pribula (QB) and Ahmad Hardy (RB, 250 yards & 3 TDs vs ULM) highlighted as transfer success stories.

• Mizzou's strategy in the portal may be more effective than traditional recruiting.

• Hosts compared the system to NFL-style free agency.

4. College Football Playoff Outlook

• Mizzou's path: wins over Alabama and Oklahoma could punch a playoff ticket.

• Concerns remain about their weaker non-conference schedule being held against them.

• Other programs discussed: Ohio State, Penn State, Texas, Illinois.

5. Texas & Arch Manning Struggles

• Criticism of Steve Sarkisian as a "retread" coach.

• Debate over Arch Manning's development: high expectations but visible struggles with mechanics and confidence.

• Pressure of family name adds to his challenges.

6. Quarterback Development

• Matt emphasized long-term skill building vs. short-term success, using his son's training as an example.

• Some quarterbacks rely on "winging it," but true durability comes from mechanics, consistency, and preparation.

• Many backup QBs aren't developed properly because starters get all the reps.

7. High School Football Systems

• Critique of Missouri's scheduling: freshman games on Mondays create recovery and practice conflicts.

• Contrast with programs in Alabama/Texas that run like college teams (pre-meetings, media days, high-level staff).

• Local athletes are as athletic as anywhere, but behind in football IQ and system structure.

8. Respect for the Game

• Discussion on referees and coaches: respect should be for football itself, not just one group.

• Concerns about referees trying to shorten games and how that limits valuable reps for freshmen and JV players.

• Call for football people making football decisions instead of convenience-driven policies.

📌 Takeaways

• Mizzou is for real but must hit 10 wins to meet expectations.

• Transfer portal = game changer for both players and programs.

• Player development matters: mechanics, reps, and systems shape long-term success.

• High school football in Missouri lags behind in structure compared to powerhouse states.

• Everyone involved—coaches, refs, players—needs to respect the game first.

🎙 Hosts

• JP Rock and Matt Biermann

• Streaming live Saturdays on 590 AM and across podcast platforms.

🔑 Key Topics Covered 1. Season Momentum & Senior Year Urgency

• The football season is flying by, already into Week 3.

• Seniors are reminded not to rush past the moment—enjoy it while preparing for college.

• Early commitments help players focus on their final high school season.

2. Balancing Coaching & Training

• Matt shared his grind: coaching youth flag football, running training programs, and middle school coaching responsibilities.

• Football really is a year-round commitment for players, coaches, and trainers.

3. Health & Competition

• Discussion about kids battling illness (COVID/flu going around local schools).

• Competing while sick drains athletes quickly, raising concerns about game-day timing if illness hits.

• JP and Matt noted that coaches and players often "push through" because football rarely pauses.

4. Mizzou's Big Win & Quarterback Talk

• Missouri's comeback win was a highlight.

• Bo Pribula impressed with his fast-paced, urgent QB style, winning over doubters.

• Contrast drawn with Sam Horn's unfortunate injury, which may derail his football future but leaves him with a baseball path.

• Coaching staff gave Horn opportunities out of fairness, but the QB battle leaned Bo's way from the start.

5. Local Talent Driving Success

• Mizzou thrives when building around local players like Jamal Roberts, Brett Norfleet, Kevin Coleman, and Luther Burden.

• Hosts stressed "locking down the borders" on Missouri talent to elevate the program—similar to Gary Pinkel's era with Blaine Gabbert, Sheldon Richardson, and Aldon Smith.

• Many St. Louis–area players are excelling nationally (Jeremiah McClellan, Jeremiah Love, Aeneas Williams, Frederick Moore).

• Per capita, the region produces as many NFL players as larger football markets.

6. Recruiting Battles & Legacy Recruits

• Big recruiting weekend at Mizzou; several high-profile players attended.

• Discussion of Ridge James (legacy connections but still a business decision in today's NIL world).

• Recruiting is now approached as a business transaction, not just loyalty.

7. College Sports Business & NIL Debate

• Hosts critiqued the narrative of "saving college sports."

• They argued schools profited for decades without paying athletes and are now resisting NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) changes.

• Concerns raised over NCAA pushing for antitrust exemptions, collective bargaining limits, and uniform NIL rules to regain control.

• Emphasis: college sports are big business—universities need to adapt like any other industry, not resist change.

📌 Takeaways

• For Athletes: Don't rush your high school years—focus on both performance and academics.

• For Parents & Coaches: Stay realistic about recruiting—injuries and business realities shift paths quickly.

• For Programs: Local recruiting is key; Mizzou succeeds when keeping in-state stars.

• For Fans: College athletics is a business; NIL is here to stay, and adaptation is essential.