Iceman Podcast

In a thrilling and revealing episode, S.4 E.9 with Jason Myers unleashes the process of a Pro Bowl kicker's weekday preparation. From his captivating introduction to the myth-busting moments of his career, Myers shares how hitting a game-winning kick in his rookie season ignited his journey. He details his path from Marist College to the NFL, where working odd jobs underscored his relentless pursuit of football excellence. Myers reveals the secrets behind his mental fortitude, emphasizing the crucial next kick after a miss and the rigorous sports psychology sessions. As he unveils his meticulous field goal process and intensive training routines, Myers inspires young kickers with invaluable insights on core stability, conditioning, and handling high-pressure situations. This episode is a must-watch for specialists eager to elevate their game and conquer the challenges of professional football.

0:25 - Jason Myer’s Introduction

1:05 - Mythbuster’s Section Presented By the Kicker’s Bible: Most Memorable Moment in Jason’s Career - Hitting a Game Winner in the Rookie Season vs. Baltimore.

3:40 - Jason - So loud it’s quiet.

4:10 - Journey to Marist College

5:30 - How to Make the Most of an Opportunity.

6:30 - Trying to Make it in the NFL - Working at a Sporting Goods Place & a Valet

10:20 - Plan B? Competing against NFL Talent

11:05 - Lifetime Fitness & Salesman at a Paint Store - Keep Flowing With It

12:40 - Common Trait among NFL Kickers - Knowing Who You Are

14:00 - Jaguars Two-Toned Helmets

14:25 - Handling Adversity - Having to Work Hard and Earn Things

15:40 - What’s the Most Important Kick - Next Kick After a Miss - Sports Psychology - Every Thursday Night Before the Game

16:55 - What Jason Has Learned From Working with a Sports Psychologist - Process Driven

17:45 - 2 Minutes Same Routine

18:38 - Jason’s Field Goal Process - Net, Dry Runs, Wind, Swinging Down Line. Kick Process - Short Compact, Tempo

20:40 - Jason’s Mental Cues

21:30 - Commit to Your First Target

22:40 - Visualize Center - Best Ball - Best Tempo

23:30 - Path to the Ball - Shoulder Swivel

24:45 - Why Does a Straight on Path to the Ball - Body, Flexibility, Tempo - Roll Foot on Contact

26:15 - Weight Room - Rotational Stability, Staying Tall on Plant Leg, Core Work - Shoulders Tall & Back Behind the Ball

27:30 - Why is Core Work Important for Specialists. Ankle, Single Leg, Extreme Stability - Not Overswinging

30:00 - How to Be a Good Kicker in the Wind - Slower Rotation on Your Line - Good Ball Striking

31:22 - Jason’s Warm Up - Shoulder To Hip - Anti-Rotational Squats and Single Leg Squats Video - Get the Glutes and Muscles Firing - Bands

32:00 - Working Out First - Hotel - Jump & Band Rotational Stuff - Body Woken - Priming Body Up - Band Stuff during the game

33:15 - High Schoolers - Do Not Hit 85 Balls in the Net

34:00 - How to Maintain a Big Kickoff Leg - Mondy’s Heavy Workout - Rotational Work

36:20 - Monday Work with Physical Trainers

37:50 - Saturday Routine - 20 Minute Workout - Jump Ropes, Core, 5 Minute Jog

38:30 - How to Deal with Failure and Sustain Success - Develop a Routine and Stay With It - Film, Prep, Body. Helps you get back on Track - Intro

39:55 - How to Stay Motivated - Treat Every Year Like I’m a Rookie - Mentality

42:45 - Feeling of Year 10 - Getting in Groove - Move As Slow As Possible

45:05 - How to Know When Your Tempo is Off - Feel it after Kick about Approach - Bigger Backswing

47:15 - Rapid Fire Section Presented by the Kicker’s Bible

47:45 - Most Challenging Weather Condition & How Did You Adapt - Find Your Apex - Wider Target - More Side to Side

49:45 - Film - What Do You Watch - Watch Games at That Location & How It’s Flying - Watch Other’s Film

50:54 - How to Handle High-Pressure Situations - Put Yourself in Your Happy Place

52:35 - Pre-Game Rituals - Younger Athletes

53:30 - Best Advice - Be Yourself - Having Your Own Routine - Find Who You Are in Offseason

In this dynamic episode, Aaron Mitchell and Kyle Stelter explore the transformative world of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in college sports. Aaron shares his journey to Fresno State and how rugby benefited his football career. Kyle highlights the impact of player-led leadership and the evolution of recruiting and NIL from 2014 to 2024.

We dive into the benefits of the new NCAA Football 25 video game, the influence of social media, and strategic NIL uses by Power 5 schools and Fresno State. The future of NIL, early brand connections, and diverse NIL deals, including unique agreements like dog adoption, are discussed.

The episode also covers NIL agents, mid-major player strategies, and ever-changing NIL rules. A rapid-fire section presents intriguing NIL deals, the advantages for female athletes under Title IX, and practical advice for helping specialists and mid-major teams stay competitive in the NIL game.

0:24 - Aaron Mitchell’s Introduction

1:19 - Aaron’s Diverse Background

2:00 - Kyle Stelter’s Introduction

3:13 - Winning a Drill a Day

4:02 - Journey to Fresno State - “I’ll Figure it Out”

7:50 - How Rugby Benefited Him in Football

10:11 - Key Factor to Go From 1 Win to 10 Wins - The Feeling for Players That Coach Believes in Them - Player-Led Leadership

13:20 - What Was NIL and Recruiting Like in 2014 Compared to 2024?

18:10 - What FBS Football Players Get with the New NCAA Football 25 Video Game

19:00 - Brett’s Thoughts on the Influence of Social Media on NIL

20:00 - NFL Use of Social Media

22:50 - Power 5 Uses in NIL

23:50 - Fresno Area of Attack in NIL

25:40 - Where is NIL Going?

27:45 - The Benefit of NIL - Get Connected with Brands Before They Become Professionals

29:00 - Players Getting Multiple Houses - Examples of NIL Deals - Use Specific Examples of Businesses

31:40 - How Do NIL Agents Work?

35:20 - How Do Mid-Major Players Organize NIL Deals?

38:50 - The Ever-Changing Rules of NIL

43:18 - Rapid Fire Section Presented by The Kicker’s Bible

43:23 - Most Unique NIL Deals Ever Heard Of - Dog Adoption Deal

45:05 - Using Trucks as Advertisements

47:27 - What Are They Able to Do With the Vehicles?

49:00 - Title Nine and Why Female Athletes Do Better

51:00 - How Athletes Ask for NIL

52:40 - What’s Important to Businesses - Not Numbers, But Involvement and Connection with Business - Get BA’s Input in There Too.

54:30 - How Can We Help Specialists in NIL? - Do Not Put in "What Do You Want to Get out of It," but Examples of Deals.

57:00 - Kicker Abraham Montano and His Success in NIL

58:00 - NIL Debate with Title 9 - Putting the Power in the Player’s Hands

58:40 - Aaron’s Examples for Group of 5 Teams and Local Businesses - Non-Comprehensive Deals vs. Comprehensive Deals - Kelce and Trading Card Deals

1:02:08 - On It Trading Card Deals - All 110 Guys and Savemart, Sign 4,000 Cards

1:04:55 - How Do Mid-Majors Stay Competitive in the NIL Game? Start with Local Businesses - Billboards of Fresno in Local Businesses - Include BA’s Example of Bozeman

In Episode 7 of the Iceman Podcast, Brett Arkelian sits down with Jamie Kohl, founder of Kohl's Kicking, for an insightful discussion on the intricacies of coaching and training football specialists. The episode begins with Jamie's introduction, followed by his passionate exploration of the evolution of college football and his dedication to mentoring high school specialists. Throughout the podcast, Jamie shares valuable insights into the importance of roll-out punts and the competitive landscape of coaching at the D1 level. The conversation delves into coaching techniques for NFL specialists and strategies for reaching NFL teams. Notable highlights include discussions on player development, mental toughness, and the unpredictable nature of the NFL. Jamie also reflects on memorable moments and the significance of confidence in kicking. The episode concludes with Jamie's reflections on the enduring pursuit of excellence in football. Overall, Episode 7 offers a compelling glimpse into the world of football coaching and the dedication required to excel in the sport.

0:15 - Jamie Kohl’s Introduction

1:15 - Jamie Discussing the Change in College Football & His Passion for Helping High School Specialists

5:07 - What Way Can You Help Specialists & Recruits

8:58 - Roll Out Punts - Why It’s Necessary

10:20 - What Got You Into Coaching? How Competitive It Is at the D1 Level

12:30 - Coach to Trends

13:30 - Coaching NFL Specialists & How to Reach NFL Teams

15:15 - JJ Jansen - Changing His Snaps Day to Day

16:10 - NFL Pros - Doing Catch, Mold Drills

18:00 - The Kicker’s Bible Ad

19:03 - Snappers Working With Specialists

20:10 - Rapid Fire Round Presented By The Kicker’s Bible

23:35 - Morstead Making a 60 Yard Drop Kick

24:38 - Referenced Being a Pure Ball Striker - What’s the Most Important Phase of a Kick?

26:15 - What Do You Teach or Coach About on Mental Toughness? No Kicks That Are Inconsequential

30:20 - How Do You Gain Confidence? Jamie Answers

31:06 - That Want to = I Want the Moment, You Can See It in Your Camps

31:13 - For a League Known for Its Unpredictability, Any Predictions for the NFL? Change in the KO Rule

35:00 - Anything You Want to Plug That You Got Going On

35:40 - Special Teams Outfitters Ad - 10% off All Apparel

36:31 - Leave a Five Star Rating on Spotify & Subscribe

0:20 - Kyle Stelter Intro

0:55 - Kevin Goessling Intro - Fresno State Football Record Setter - 2 Time Lou Groza Semi-Finalist

1:52 - Brett and Kevin’s Connection

2:40 - Heavy Hitter’s Section - Brought to You by The Kicker’s Bible - Biggest Misconception About Playing at Fresno State? Opportunity - Redshirt for One and Start for Four

5:00 - Kevin’s Opportunity - Landing at Fresno State - Baseball Swing Coach

7:10 - Walk On at Notre Dame? Or Scholarship at Fresno State

8:40 - Picking Fresno State Over Boise

10:02 - Coach Baxter’s Serious Commitment to Special Teams - Attention to Special Teams

11:08 - Go to a School with a Special Teams Coordinator That Knows About Specialists, or One That Does Not Know and Doesn’t Care

13:20 - Kyle’s Input - On the Understanding to Kicker’s. Sport Like Kicking - Golf, Kicking, Soccer.

15:03 - Brett’s Input on Multiple Coaches and Personal Coaches

15:58 - Kevin’s Factors in Working with Personal Coaches - Age and Maturity

17:00 - Snappers Choosing a College to Play at? Research - Degrees, Social

19:20 - Playing on Pat Hill’s Team

21:20 - Organizing a Practice Schedule Non Contact, Light Contact, and Full Contact Work

23:20 - The Biggest Struggle for a First Time - Specialist Only Player

24:50 - Kevin’s Take on the Confidence You Need to Carry as a Specialist

25:40 - Kevin’s Drills - Start with Checkpoints

27:05 - A Kicker’s Common Error - The Jab Step

28:00 - Teaching Specialists’ and Fundamental Movement

29:40 - Balance Between Athleticism and Technique - Physics and Football - Athleticism Making Up for Things

31:00 - An Example of a Specialist’ Practice Schedule

33:30 - Preparing Scouting Reports for Opponents

35:40 - Helping Your Coordinator Scout the Opponents

37:00 - Kevin’s Struggles vs Wisconsin

39:30 - Dr. Ken Ravizza - Working with a Sports Psychologist

40:20 - A Trigger - Push Button

42:20 - Jim Abbott’s Pitching Journal

44:05 - Keep Front or Right Eye Back Until Ball Was Kicked and Through

44:40 - Kicker’s Most Common Mistake - Taking Drive Step Straight at Ball - Causing Themselves to Swing Around

45:40 - 46:10 - Want to Kick the Ball Farther? Trigger Later!

46:43 - Patient Snapping - Then Explode

48:05 - Punters Are Like Pitchers

48:50 - Impatient Snappers and What It Looks Like to the Untrained Eye - Aggressive

50:05 - A Smooth, Controlled, Whippy Motion

51:02 - Snap - “There Has to Be an Angle or Arcing Path. When Do You Accelerate That Path” - Core First

52:00 - Body Controlled Snapping

52:50 - Most Active Muscle on a FG? Why Is That

55:38 - Negative Coaching Points - You are What You Focus On

56:12 - Unsuccessful Effort

58:00 - FG Training for Contact Point - Focus on the Drive Up

58:50 - Hip and Hamstring Yoga Workouts on YouTube

60:05 - Lats and Shoulders - What to Train as Snappers? Flexion and Extension Through the Core

61:50 - Knowing What I Do, How You Look, How You Feel - More You Can Evaluate

63:12 - How to Watch Film and Design Drills to Help Improve - Good for ST Coordinators and Specialist Drills - Reinforce What You Do Well

66:10 - High School Players vs NFL Kids - Kevin's Input "Not the Best Guy on My Team, Not the Best Guy on Another Team"

68:00 - What to Watch for with Kickers - Intentionality, Body Awareness, Complete Effort

70:20 - How to Coach Specialists - Asking Questions - and Understanding Why Things Matter. Know Why You Do Something. How Consistent Are the Misses

74:47 - Style and Athleticism Are Intertwined

75:30 - Rapid Fire Section Presented by The Kicker’s Bible:

76:02 - Loudest Stadium You've Ever Been In

76:35 - Moment When Everything Clicked - Find Your Trigger

78:12 - Spotting Young Talent in Specialists - Their Interest

79:35 - Handling the Media in a Poor Way

80:50 - Specialists - Do You Describe Why You Missed?

82:55 - Advice for Young Specialists

86:20 - Last Comments

In this action-packed episode of the Iceman Podcast, join host Brett Arkelian and Co-Host Kyle Stelter as they dive into the world of snapping with two NFL heavyweights, Jacob Bobenmeyer of the Raiders and Christian Kuntz of the Steelers. Discover the secrets behind snap speed, handling stress, and combating failure in the high-stakes NFL arena.

0:40 - Kyle Stelter Intro

1:20 - Jacob Bobenmeyer Intro

1:50 - Christian Kuntz Intro

2:25 - New Segment - Heavy Hitter’s Presented by The Kicker’s Bible - Who Had the Better Undercover Video - You or Ray Lewis?

4:05 - Jacob’s Bobenmeyer’s Background

6:20 - “Maybe I'll Go Out There and Just Start Snapping” to “Don’t Plan on Redshirting.”

7:30 - Jacob Getting in Touch with Special Teams U

8:30 - What Jacob Learned from Special Teams U

9:20 - Jacob Meeting Christian at NFL Tryouts

9:45 - Kyle’s First Impression of Jacob

10:50 - What Is the Snapper’s Mindset

11:25 - Snappers - We’re in the Trenches

12:30-13:48 - Christian and Jacob Competing in Camps

15:15 - Attending Tryouts and Handling Stressful Situations - The Cause and Effect of Snap

17:40 - Challenges of a Rookie Year in the NFL

18:10 - Christian’s Test - In Protection - Snap Is Second Nature

18:54 - 20:10 - Jacob’s Test - Mindset as a Rookie

21:05 - Kyle’s First Impression of Christian and Jacob in the NFL - Slowing the Game Down

22:30 - Christian’s First Impression of Kyle (Special Teams U) - What Works for Me - Couple of Drills When Struggling

24:24 - Similar Deficiencies - Backgrounds in Playing Linebacker - Smooth and Controlled

26:58 - Jacob - Hardest Part About the NFL

27:30 - Jacob’s Offseason Workout the First Few Months After the Season

28:40 - Christian’s Postseason Regimen - Right After the End of the Season - Eccentric Workouts

29:36 - Christian’s Offseason Drills

30:20 - Jacob Bobenmeyer - How to Work Through Problems - Big Net Guy

Christian’s and Jacob’s Favorite Diners

33:40 - Christian and How He Utilizes His Net - Won’t Go More Than 12 Yards

35:10 - What Are Eccentric Movements - Slow Down - Explode Up - Motion Is Lotion

37:38 - Key to Snap Speed - Strong Lats and Power Cleans

39:50 - Handling the Stress and Nerves of the NFL - Christian - Self-talk

42:16 - Kyle - Allow Yourself to Have a Mistake - Be a Perfectionist in Practice - Not in a Game

43:00 - Jacob on Handling Failure - Have Your Own Highlight Tape

48:30 - NFL Snapping - Communication with Your Guards Is Huge

50:25 - Toughest Looks That You May See in the NFL - Straight Rush, Cross Face - Include Jacob

53:10 - What Are You Watching for on Film?

54:30 - What Do You Watch for Technique-wise on Film = The Finish

59:16 - How Is Their Technique Holding Up? How Is It Slipping? Most Important Phase of a Snap?

1:00:20 - Practice Week Like in the NFL

1:02:50 - Watching Film After a Game

1:06:10 - Jacob’s Warm-up Drills - Chop Drill, Crunch

1:06:55 - Common Errors from NFL Snappers - Sequencing, Balance of Hands, Finishing

1:08:15 - Christian’s Work Week of Snapping - Ways to Drill FG Snaps, Tacking up Hands, Letting the Ball Roll on Grass

1:10:35 - What Do You Like to Do at the End of Practice - Hip Routine - Lat Stretch

1:11:15 - Most Commonly Stressed Body Parts on Snappers - Lats, Shoulders, Thoracic Spine, and Hips

1:11:50 - Jacob’s Glute Complex and End-of-practice Routine

1:13:25 - Commonality of NFL Snappers Warm-up Routine - Intensive Dynamic Warm-up. (1:15 - Hurdles up & Over)

1:15:40 - Rapid Fire Section Presented by The Kicker’s Bible

1:17:30 - Eureka Moment

1:18:55 - How to Combat Having a Bad Day - Rewatching Your Best Film

1:20:42 - How to Find Young Snapper and Find Talented Snappers

1:21:45 - Best Example of Handling Failure - True Sign of a Pro - Bounce Back

1:24:30 - Most Respect Snappers

1:26:37 - Advice to College Snappers - You Can Always Get Better

1:28:40 - Mythbusters Section Presented by The Kicker’s Bible - Biggest Misconception About Snapping

1:31:15 - Closing Remarks & Christian Kuntz Pickleball Paddle

Season 4, Episode 4 of the Iceman Podcast featured Blair Cavanaugh, Special Teams Coordinator at Incarnate Word, interviewed by host Brett Arkelian. The episode delved into Blair's journey, from his upbringing in Corvallis, Oregon, to his experience as a walk-on player and eventually becoming a college coach. Highlights included insights into coaching philosophy, such as creating buy-in among players and building a culture of care within the team. Blair discussed the unique challenges and rewards of coaching college football, including gaining respect as a first-time coordinator and dealing with adversity. Key topics covered the ethos of Incarnate Word's special teams unit, emphasizing speed, aggression, and physicality. The episode concluded with rapid-fire questions, advice for young specialists, and reflections on coaching and family.

0:00-0:22 - Iceman Podcast Intro

0:40 - Blair Cavanaugh Introduction

1:38 - Heavy Hitter’s Section Presented by The Kicker’s Bible: What is Your Why?

2:25 - Brett and Blair’s Meeting

3:30 - Blair’s Experience at Syracuse - Justin Lustig

5:40 - How Coach Lustig Created Buy In - Authentic Self

6:50 - Create Buy In - Past Players That Played at Your School. Video Clips Talking About the Importance. Drills to Game - College to NFL

9:10 - From Son of College Coach to Becoming a College Coach

10:00 - Hawaii Football’s Dominance in the 2000’s

13:45 - The Unique Experience Your Kids Get by Being a College Football Coach - I Wouldn’t Change It for the World

15:30 - Growing Up in Corvallis, Oregon

18:30 - Struggle of Being a Walk On

22:30 - Playing on the Team of Your Dad Who is a College Coach. Plus and Minuses

27:35 - The Start of Blair’s Coaching Career

29:00 - Common Traits of Special Teams Coordinators

30:40 - Mythbuster’s Section Presented by The Kicker’s Bible - What is the Most Overlooked Fundamental?

31:20 - How Blair Ended Up at Incarnate Word?

33:00 - First Thing That You Do When You Become a Special Teams Coordinator - Build Relationships. Make It Fun and Competitive

35:30 - How to Create Excitement - Player of the Day

37:50 - Specialist's Schedule with NFL Level Specialists

41:45 - The Importance of Mental Cues and Self Talk

43:40 - Carrier Dome Rocking

45:00 - Gaining Coaches' Respect as a First-Time Special Teams Coordinator

47:10 - One Shot Mentality & Imua

48:10 - What is Incarnate Word’s Special Teams Unit Known For: Fast, Violent, Physical

49:30 - Building Culture of Care

52:50 - How to Mimic Game Situations - Friday Night Calls

55:10 - Rapid Fire Section Presented by The Kicker’s Bible

55:50 - Best Advice He Received from His Father

56:50 - Putting Your Family First

57:35 - Facing Adversity - Getting Fired

58:43 - Is Coaching College Football Everything He Dreamed Of

59:45 - Who Are You a Mix Of?

1:01:47 - Coolest Stadium or Experience?

1:02:58 - Advice to Young Specialists

1:04:15 - Closing Statements & Where You Can Follow Coach Coach Cavanaugh

Join the Iceman Podcast for an electrifying journey into long snapping! Pro Coach Kyle Stelter and NFL Snappers Casey Kreiter and Cam Lyons share tales, tips, and strategies for success in the NFL. Don't miss the expert advice and thrilling insights—tune in to unleash your inner champion!

0:00-0:22 - Iceman Podcast Intro

1:25 - Kyle Stelter Introduction

1:40 - Casey Kreiter Introduction

2:20 - Cam Lyons Introduction

3:50 - Cam’s Interest in Staying in West Virginia and Landing at Akron

7:05 - Heavy Hitter’s Section Presented by The Kicker’s Bible: Most Important Phase of a Long Snap?

7:25 - Kyle’s Pic - Body Control - Intentional and Deliberate Throw

8:00 - Casey - Release of Ball into Protection

9:38 - Casey’s Journey from High School Science Teacher to the NFL

12:30 - Casey’s & Kyle’s Least Favorite Class to Teach

15:05 - Why is Body Awareness Huge for Snappers?

16:05 - How Body Awareness Helped Kyle Become a Better Snapper

17:41 - How to Handle Competition?

19:54 - Casey - Knowing the Next Look

21:19 - Cam - Handling an NFL Camp

23:16 - Kyle’s Focus in a Pro Camp - Focus on Yourself

24:36 - How to Survive the Grind of a 20+ Game NFL Season - Casey

26:56 - How Casey Remains So Hungry After 11 NFL Seasons

28:26 - Example of an NFL Snapper Game Week

30:16 - Preparation Needed for Snappers During the Week and Lasting Throughout the Season

33:21 - Having Perspective as an NFL Coach

34:01 - What Do Snappers Watch on NFL Film

36:36 - What Separates Good from Great Snappers - Situational Awareness

38:06 - The NFL’s Copy Cat League - Indianapolis New Look That No One’s Seen

39:46 - Toughest Looks a Long Snapper Could See

41:44 - Hardest Things for Snappers Making Transition to NFL - Thought Process

45:26 - Cam’s Transition to the NFL. From Group of 5 to the Pros

47:26 - Casey’s Transition to the NFL. Do What You Need to Do to Have Success

49:26 - Kyle’s Look at the NFL Level. You Cannot Replicate It

51:16 - Cam’s NFL Advice - Fail to Success

52:26 - Casey Mental Process - When a Play Happens

55:26 - Snapper’s Varying Up Their Approach

57:06 - Kyle’s Way to Spot Good Snappers

58:06 - Breath Control

1:01:03 - Routine vs. Rigid Routine

1:03:31 - Out of Season Schedules - Casey

1:05:16 - Where to Start At - Out of Season Schedules - Stance, etc.

1:07:11 - Done After 5 Snaps

1:09:00 - In the Offseason - Why It’s Good Not to Snap at 15

1:10:41 - Improvements in Snapping - Gains Like Lifting

1:13:26 - Do Not Experiment in Fall Camp - Work with Someone They Trust

1:14:26 - I Won't Change What You Do, but There Are Fundamental Things That Are Successful for Everybody

1:15:56 - Training in 3 Different Phases: Drill, Blending, Performance. We Don't Want to Stay in Forced Performance Mode

1:18:23 - Why Softball Drills? - Start Balanced and End Balanced

1:19:59 - What Do You Work at in Year 11? Body Control & Force Instead of Elasticity

1:23:46 - The Key to Snapping Faster - More Elasticity and Whipiness

1:25:46 - Pulling Out of Your Snap and Losing Velocity

1:28:16 - How to Drill Throwing a Faster Ball - Whipiness Drills

1:29:05 - Mechanics of a Snap - Throw the Body First. Common Myth - Pull the Ball First and Throw

1:32:36 - Stay Relaxed vs Monsters - JJ Watt & Jadaveon Clowney. OL Can't Block These Guys and I Have to Do This Now

1:33:16 - There’s More to Longsnapping Than We All Know

1:35:26 - Rapid Fire Section Presented by The Kicker’s Bible

1:35:36 - How Do You Mimic Game Situations?

1:36:24 - How Do You Handle Having a Bad Day?

1:37:26 - High School to College? College to NFL? Biggest Adjustments

1:38:26 - Handling Failure at the Pro Level? Own It and Move On

1:42:50 - Having Family Close to the Game

1:43:32 - How to Make It to the NFL as a Short Long Snapper - Make Up for It in Other Ways - Jon Weeks & Ross Matiscik

1:47:26 - Advice to College Long Snappers Trying to Make It - The Journey to Success Is Not a Straight Line. Valleys Are Going to Be a Lot Longer Than the Highs

1:48:46 - Mythbusters Section Presented by The Kicker’s Bible

In Season 4, Episode 2 of the Iceman Podcast, Dawson Zimmerman, known as the "Batman of Kicking Coaches," shares insights into his kicking career, including his days at Clemson and working with NFL All-Pro, such as AJ Cole. The episode delves into topics such as mental toughness, kicking techniques, and coaching strategies for punters. From dissecting the chain of punting to debunking myths about punting into the wind, Zimmerman provides valuable advice for both aspiring and professional kickers. The episode also features segments on coaching schemas, practice schedules, and handling common errors like low snaps. Additionally, Zimmerman discusses the importance of specialists taking ownership of their schedules and gaining respect in the field. Throughout the episode, there are rapid-fire sections and mythbusters segments presented by The Kicker's Bible, offering practical tips and insights for kickers at all levels.

0:50 - Dawson Zimmerman’s Intro

1:46 - New Segment: Heavy Hitter’s Presented by The Kicker’s Bible. Biggest Fundamental: High School to College Punters Need to Hammer? College to Pro? Raise Your Level of Worst Punt

06:54 - The Chain of Punting: Nose Up Causes. Catch, Load, Contact

9:54 - The Best Punters in the Country: Atlanta

13:27 - Playing Under Coach Sweeney: Dawson’s Viral Moment (9:3) - Includes Brett Comment

18:05 - Teaching by Day, Coaching by Night. Provide a Coaching Schema

21:38 - Practice Schedule for Specialists

24:20 - Punter’s Practice Schedule

26:20 - Warm Up Drop Schedule - Value the Small Things

32:30 - Get Out of the Driving Range Mentality. Pitch Count

32:25 - One Step Line Drive - Drop Alignment

39:00 - Gain Respect as a Specialist

40:15 - Specialists - Take Ownership of Your Schedule

42:36 - Mythbuster: Punting Into the Wind - Lower the Drop?

46:41 - AJ Cole on His Body Position

48:40 - Handling a Low Snap - Common Errors

51:15 - Over striding - Less of a Matter of Distance, More of a Matter of Weight

52:50 - How to Watch Film of Balance of Weight

54:30 - Field Goal Kicker’s Width of Steps - Why Be Tighter or Wider

59:45 - Coaching NFL Specialists

1:02:01 - Mental Cues With NFL Players

1:06:54 - Rapid Fire Section Presented by The Kicker’s Bible

1:08:35 - Mythbusters Section Presented by The Kicker’s Bible

1:10:05 - Dawson’s Video Series With AJ Cole

1:11:20 - Dawson’s Plug for The Kicker’s Bible

0:20 - Michael’s introduction: the fastest and youngest person to see every FBS stadium

1:41 - Heavy Hitter’s section, presented by The Kicker’s Bible: What inspired the quest to see every college football stadium? - Stanley Hotel

3:10 - Folsom Field

5:20 - Brett’s Campus Tours

7:46 - Defunct California school stadiums and their history

10:30 - Division 2 opportunities for California kids

11:30 - Michael’s childhood interest - NFL

13:50 - Brett’s inspiration

14:00 - Brett on SEC bias

14:45 - Flagship school support at games

17:25 - Michael’s take on the closest thing to big-time football in college football - Fresno State

19:30 - How Michael plans out his weeklong trips: Tuesday through Saturday

20:50 - Same day trips

21:00 - Math of college game visits

22:50 - Best double header Michael’s seen

24:30 - HBCU’s and FCS football’s unique flavor

25:45 - The common denominator - football

27:50 - Brett’s experience at an HBCU

29:05 - Michael’s career that allows him to Voyage

32:30 - Barrell High School, the Whalers

33:15 - Difference in each region - “the Vessel”

37:00 - History of Ivy League stadiums

38:25 - Five FBS stadiums that are 100 years old or older

39:25 - Stadium historian at @CFBHallofFame

40:05 - Brett’s stadium obsession in middle school

40:50 - Brett and Michael’s take on the purity of college football

43:30 - Michael’s surprising must-visit gameday experience

44:30 - Jackrabbit Book Club

45:45 - Brett’s visit to “The Grove”

47:49 - Obstructed Views seats & Wyoming’s “knot hole”

49:45 - Obstructed Views - How to determine what percentage of view that you can see

53:08 - Fresno’s Valley Children Stadium range of visibility

55:20 - Mike’s support from the student section

56:40 - Surprising student sections - Appalachian State

56:48 - App State’s Field of Dreams

1:00:15 - Brett’s experience at Marshall and the App State rivalry

1:01:00 - College football during COVID

1:04:20 - COVID tickets - $725

1:05:10 - Gametime cancellations

1:06:35 - Top stadium in the ACC - Virginia Tech vs UNC 2021

1:07:00 - Brett’s first experience with Enter Sandman

1:08:17 - Michael's only time getting stopped rushing the field

1:09:30 - Mike visit to UC Davis - 2021 vs Eastern Washington

1:10:45 - Internet celebrity - most gratifying and frustrating thing

1:13:10 - Michael’s greatest moment - Tom Wistrcill, Commissioner of Big Sky, Joe D’Antonio, Commissioner of CAA, Coach Eck, Idaho HC, Bill Nesselt, U Albany DC - spotlight them in a positive way

1:20:00 - Whole valley supports and the rabid fans of Fresno State

1:22:00 - Rapid Fire section, presented by The Kicker’s Bible

1:23:00 - Favorite town and why?

1:23:10 - Most underrated stadium - Sun Bowl

1:24:50 - Most similar stadiums in college football

1:27:40 - Quirky stadium with many obstructed views - Ohio State

1:29:00 - Inspiration of his status pose - Hot Sauce

1:30:00 - Greatest statue you’ve stood next to - Big Red, Demon Deacon, and the Bearcat

1:32:15 - The price of attending 90 games in a year - ask Brett first about posting

1:36:00 - What do people incorrectly assume about you?

1:38:00 - New @CFBCampusTours projects - obstructed views calendar and new merchandising

1:42:00 - Exciting games for next season

1:45:00 - South Dakota School of Mines - Stadium of Honking

1:47:00 - Mike’s last send-off for Fresno State - Combine with others

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List of Brett Arkelian’s Guest Appearances in 2023

Coach & Coordinator Podcast Appearance: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ZWFA47KC6jl9AYVfvEjE9

4th Down University Podcast Appearance: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1CZuxSUqCXigg3jK1QXH0C

Bendy Boy Podcast Appearance: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4JZp6hCIUrhmmkbKTh6Oup

GA Punt Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9Q_xx8HYCk

List of 8 Guest Appearances on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/search/BRETT%20ARKELIAN/podcastAndEpisodes

Final episode of Season 3: a journey of conversations and stories. Love for the US, World Trade Center visit, Lincoln University, pros/cons of college football, "The Walking Fire Hazard" story. Birthday List with food stops. Season 2 highlights, David Akers & Adam Vinatieri guests. Notable figures in Season 3, coaching & recruiting specialists. Trivia giveaway, tips to win. Season 3 credits, Season 4 recording announcement. Shout out to Coach Armstrong, Coach Wade, and offensive assistants.

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4:22 - Attending Lincoln University and the Opportunity

4:44 - Weighing Pros and Cons in College Football

6:20 - What Doors College Football Opened

6:38 - Attending UTM - The Exact Opposite Of

7:30 - What Brett Loves About the United States

8:40 - World Trade Center Museum

10:35 - Brett's Favorite Independence Day Story - The Walking Fire Hazard

14:08 - Introduction to Brett's Birthday List

15:32 - FEWSIC

17:22 - Denny's

18:10 - How Birthday Foods Work

19:09 - IHOP

19:40 - Krispy Kreme

20:55 - Red Robin

22:23 - Money Efficient

24:25 - A&W

25:02 - Jersey Mike's

25:55 - Dutch Bros

26:38 - El Pollo Loco

27:27 - Port of Subs

27:47 – Season 2 Review

29:27 – Getting David Akers and Adam Vinatieri on Season 2 of The Iceman Podcast

31:46 – Season 3 of The Iceman Podcast

32:37 – Season 3 Episode 1 – Dan Hawkins

34:27 – S. 3 E.2 – John Baxter

36:07 – S. 3 E. 3 – Chris Couch and Shayne Graham

36:59 – S. 3 E. 4 – Sean Saturnio

37:33 – S. 3 E. 5 – Craig Dickenson

40:07 – S. 3 E. 6 – Justin Lustig

41:34 – S. 3 E. 7 - Isaiah Gomez

43:27 – Best Method for Coaching Specialists at the Division 1 Level

44:36 – S. 3 E. 8 – Draft Dreams, NFL Hopeful Specialists

46:55 – Key to Recruiting Specialists

47:27 – S. 3 E. 9 – Dan Lundy

48:27 – S. 3 E. 10 – Adam Scheier

49:09 – Drop the Shield

47:47 – S. 3 E. 11 – Kody Schexnayder

51:17 – S. 3 E. 12 – Todd Goebbel

52:07 – Using Other Sports to Coach Your Sport

52:27 – S. 3 E. 13 – AZ Kicking

53:27 – S. 3 E. 14 – Frank Dalena

54:38 – S. 3 E. 15

55:00 – Iceman Podcast Trivia Giveaway

55:27 – How to Win the Trivia Giveaway

56:07 – Iceman Podcast Trivia

1:00:12 – Credits for Season 3 of The Iceman Podcast

1:03:36 – Recording for Season 4 – Release Date