Join the fellas as we sit down with Old Dominion legend Ryan Jensen, one of the best offensive linemen to ever suit up for ODU Football, to talk about the early days of ODU football, building a winning culture, and his thoughts on the current team.

00:00 - Introduction & Show Opening

01:00 - Welcoming Ryan Jensen

02:00 - Building ODU’s Early Offensive Line Chemistry

03:00 - Ryan’s Late Start in Football & Early Challenges

05:00 - JUCO to ODU: Recruitment Story & First Impressions

08:00 - Playing with Mobile QBs & Blocking Challenges

10:00 - Developing a Winning Mentality at ODU

12:00 - Current ODU Offensive Line & 2025 Season Outlook

14:00 - Maintaining Mentality Throughout the Season

16:00 - Favorite Memories at ODU (JMU & Chowan Games)

19:00 - Handling Adversity & Bouncing Back from Losses

24:00 - Locker Room Leadership & Stopping Finger-Pointing

27:00 - Playing Mean & Setting the Tone on the Field

30:00 - Dirtiest On-Field Moments & Rivalry Stories

31:00 - NIL & College Football Video Game Talk

34:00 - Indiana Game Preview & Keys to Victory

41:00 - NIL Reflections & What Ryan Would’ve Wanted

42:00 - 20-Year Reunion Plans for ODU’s First Team

44:00 - Pushing for Offensive Line Recognition & Hall of Fame

45:00 - Closing Thoughts & Go Monarchs!

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