In this episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by Chris Stutzreim, Head Football Coach at Rocky Mountain College. Coach Stutzreim shares his coaching journey from player to graduate assistant and eventually head coach, offering valuable insights into program building, leadership development, and the importance of genuine relationships in football.

We discuss how he navigated the transfer portal, secured his first coaching position, adapted to new offensive systems, and prepared to lead his own program. He also reflects on personal growth as a coach and the impact of the AFCA 35 Under 35 program.

⏱️ Episode Timestamps: 01:12 – Intro 01:55 – When did you know you wanted to coach? 03:35 – Personal transfer portal experience 05:50 – Landing a GA role at William Penn 07:28 – Transitioning from player to coach 13:24 – Reconnecting with a former coach to start a career 17:34 – Preparing to be an offensive coordinator 20:00 – Adapting to new positions and offensive systems 26:10 – Taking over the offense at Rocky Mountain 28:30 – Flexibility and recruiting strategies 32:22 – Brief stop at Southwestern Oklahoma State 34:33 – Did leaving and returning help secure the head coach role? 37:00 – Building relationships with the athletic department 38:53 – Personal growth as a head coach 43:30 – The value of the AFCA 35 Under 35 program 45:39 – Final thoughts and conclusion

🔗 Follow Coach Stutzreim: @Coach_Stutz 🔗 Rocky Mountain Football: @Rocky_Football 🎧 Subscribe for weekly episodes: linktr.ee/insidetheheadset

This week on Inside the Headset, presented by CoachComm sat down with Colorado School of Mines Head Coach Bob Stitt to talk about his return to the sidelines, how he’s using the Scorability Database to improve recruiting, and what it means to lead the Orediggers again as a Hall of Famer.

Coach Stitt also reflects on his earlier success at Mines, shares insight from his time at Montana and Texas State, and breaks down his lasting impact on offensive football including the popular jet sweep pass.

🎧 Episode Timestamps:

• 1:12 – Introduction

• 2:00 – Returning to the profession

• 5:50 – Adapting to modern recruiting

• 8:10 – Using the Scorability Database

• 12:44 – Early coaching influences

• 15:40 – Gaining exposure in the profession

• 18:25 – Most impactful early coaching stop

• 21:09 – Turning around the Mines program

• 24:00 – The evolution of the jet sweep

• 33:20 – Returning as Hall of Fame head coach

• 37:38 – Experience at Montana and being let go

• 43:45 – Viewing the game as an analyst

• 47:48 – Time at Texas State

• 50:18 – Conclusion

If you’re passionate about coaching, recruiting, or innovative offensive football, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

On this episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Alex Golesh, Head Football Coach at the University of South Florida. Coach Golesh takes us behind the scenes of his transition into the USF program, sharing insights on preparing for a head coaching role, adapting to the modern recruiting landscape, and building a strong team culture from the ground up.

Whether you're a football coach, administrator, or fan of the game, this conversation is packed with leadership lessons and real-world takeaways from one of college football’s rising head coaches.

• What Alex Golesh prioritized before accepting the USF job

• How he planned and approached his first year as a head coach

• Strategies for recruiting and retaining players in 2025

• How to instill culture within a new football program

• The importance of learning from past coaching experiences

🎧 Listen and subscribe: Inside the Headset – Linktree

📲 New episodes every week featuring top voices in football leadership and coaching development.

On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by Winston DeLattiboudere III, Defensive Line Coach for the Arizona Cardinals.

Coach DeLattiboudere shares his inspiring journey from playing college football to coaching in the NFL. He talks about making the transition from player to coach, the challenges that come with career moves—both personally and professionally—and the importance of staying organized throughout the coaching grind.

In this conversation, Coach opens up about:

• His decision to leave playing behind and pursue coaching full-time

• The impact coaching transitions have on family and relationships

• His early experiences as a Graduate Assistant at Charlotte

• Being let go from Oregon and how he bounced back through persistence

• Coaching at his alma mater, the University of Minnesota, and taking on leadership roles

• How the Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship helped prepare him for the NFL

• His recent recognition as a member of the 2024 AFCA 35 Under 35 class and what that honor means to him

This episode is packed with valuable insight for aspiring coaches, current coaches navigating career challenges, and anyone passionate about leadership and growth in football.

Subscribe to Inside the Headset for new episodes every week featuring impactful stories from coaches at every level of the game.

This week on Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by Aaron Fierbaugh, the Safeties Coach at Liberty University and a 2025 member of the AFCA 35 Under 35 class.

In this episode, Coach Fierbaugh shares his coaching journey—from his start as a student assistant at Auburn to his current role at Liberty. He discusses the value of patience, taking roles that build long-term success, and the importance of family and mentorship in the coaching profession.

🎙️ Topics include:

• Starting as a student assistant at Auburn

• Working in quality control roles at South Carolina

• Transitioning into full-time coaching

• Coaching at Coastal Carolina and Liberty

• The value of networking and leadership opportunities

• Insights from the AFCA 35 Under 35 experience

This episode is a must-listen for coaches navigating the early stages of their careers.

🔗 Follow Coach Fierbaugh on Twitter: @Aaron_Fierbaugh 🔗 Follow Liberty Football: @LibertyFootball

Subscribe, like, & review.

This week, we’re joined by Jernaro Gilford, Cornerbacks Coach at BYU, as he reflects on his coaching path—from playing for the Cougars to returning to lead young men at his alma mater. Coach Gilford dives into his early career, lessons learned at Southern Utah, and the power of building genuine relationships with players.

Whether you're a young coach looking to grow or a seasoned veteran, this conversation offers valuable insight on developing as a leader in the football coaching profession.

🗓 Episode Highlights – Getting started in coaching – Playing career at BYU – Making the transition to coaching – Lessons from the D3 and FCS levels – Coaching at your alma mater – Why relationships matter in coaching

🔗 Connect with us Follow: @jernarogilford | @BYUfootball More episodes: linktr.ee/insidetheheadset

On this week’s episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Jas Bains, Head Coach at Western Colorado University and member of the AFCA Board of Trustees. Now in his 15th season, Coach Bains reflects on his coaching journey, how he’s built long-term success, and the role of leadership and special teams in his program.

In this episode, Coach Bains shares valuable lessons from his early coaching days, how he earned trust as a young coordinator, and his approach to developing a strong team culture that lasts. He also talks about the importance of staying connected to the coaching profession through his work with the AFCA.

🕒 Episode Timestamps:

• 1:18 – Introduction

• 1:45 – When did you know you wanted to coach?

• 4:20 – Playing at Willamette and Fresno State

• 5:46 – Landing his first coaching job

• 10:50 – Lessons from the early years

• 13:34 – How a GA role led to full-time promotion

• 16:15 – Special teams philosophy and success

• 20:03 – Becoming Defensive & Special Teams Coordinator at Western Colorado

• 22:10 – Adjusting as a young coordinator

• 24:25 – Teaching players and coaches all positions

• 27:00 – Leading peers close in age

• 29:30 – Balancing two coordinator roles

• 31:50 – Transitioning to Head Coach

• 38:58 – Hiring his first staff

• 44:28 – Longevity and building a strong culture

• 48:58 – Developing coaching staff chemistry

• 53:52 – Serving on the AFCA Board of Trustees

• 55:58 – Final thoughts

📌 Don’t forget to subscribe to Inside the Headset for weekly conversations with coaches across all levels of football. 🎧 Listen now and share with a fellow coach! 🔗 More AFCA content: https://linktr.ee/insidetheheadset

This week on Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by Michael Christensen, longtime high school football coach and former Head Coach at Carson High School in California. With over 35 years of experience, Coach Christensen shares his journey through some of the most competitive programs in Los Angeles, the challenges of coaching at both public and private schools, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

We also discuss his current role as Chair of the AFCA High School Coaches Committee and how he continues to impact the coaching profession on a national level.

Topics include:

• Starting out as a walk-on coach in California

• Building successful high school programs

• Adapting to different athlete and school cultures

• Balancing football with family life

• His leadership role with the AFCA

Whether you're a veteran coach or just starting your journey, this episode offers valuable insights into the realities of coaching high school football today.

🎧 Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Inside the Headset, presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by Woody McCorvey, Chief of Staff for Clemson Football. Coach McCorvey reflects on nearly 50 years in the coaching profession, sharing his journey through triumphs and challenges—including breaking barriers in the SEC and battling cancer three times.

🎧 Episode Highlights:

• Discover how Coach McCorvey started his coaching career.

• Learn about his transition from high school to college football.

• Hear his inspiring story of resilience through three battles with cancer.

• Explore his role at Clemson and how he motivates others through his perseverance.

Stay connected: 📱 Follow Clemson Football: @ClemsonFB 🔗 Discover more episodes and resources: Inside the Headset

If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your support helps us reach more listeners with inspiring stories like Coach McCorvey’s.

This week on Inside the Headset, presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by O.C. Williams, Defensive Coordinator at Tuskegee University. Coach Williams reflects on his coaching journey, emphasizing the importance of gaining diverse experiences, navigating career transitions, and learning at every step.

From starting as a player-turned-coach to his recent role at Tuskegee, Coach Williams offers valuable insights into his growth, challenges, and successes in the coaching profession. Whether you’re a coach, player, or football enthusiast, this episode is packed with lessons you won’t want to miss!

Episode Highlights:

• Starting in the coaching profession

• Transitioning from player to coach at your alma mater

• Lessons learned from coaching Special Teams

• Balancing career moves and personal growth

• Taking over the defense at Tuskegee and future plans

Be sure to subscribe to Inside the Headset for weekly episodes featuring top football coaches and leaders. If you enjoy the show, leave us a review it helps others discover this content.

🎧 Listen now and explore more episodes: Inside the Headset Podcast