In this conversation, Coach Boz and Cornelius White (The Lab Network) discuss the realities of college football recruiting, the challenges faced by athletes, and the impact of the transfer portal and NIL on the current landscape of college sports. They share personal experiences, insights on the evolution of football positions, and the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. These former college teammates, discuss the evolving landscape of college football, focusing on the impact of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) on recruitment and player compensation. They explore the disparities in financial support between elite programs and mid-major schools, the need for health insurance and post-career support for athletes, and propose solutions for a more equitable system. The discussion highlights the challenges faced by college athletes, the importance of fair compensation, and the potential for incentivizing loyalty among players. In this engaging conversation, Coach Boz and The Lab Network discuss the evolution of athletic facilities, the impact of NIL on athletes, and share proud moments from their coaching careers. They delve into the importance of understanding genetic potential in sports, provide advice for aspiring college athletes, and reflect on memorable games and players. The discussion also highlights the work of The Lab Network in film production and mentorship for young athletes.

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Discover the groundbreaking story of James Nnaji, an NBA draft pick who chose to play NCAA college basketball at Baylor University. This unprecedented move challenges the traditional path to the NBA, highlighting how NIL deals and college opportunities are reshaping the landscape. Learn why being drafted doesn't end NCAA eligibility and how this could change the future of college sports.

Key Topics:

NBA Draft and NCAA Eligibility James Nnaji's Unique Path Impact of NIL on College Basketball The Future of College Sports

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Indiana is the favorite in Vegas.

College football fans — especially SEC fans — don’t buy it.

So what happens when the numbers disagree with the helmet?

In this episode of Unfiltered with Coach Boz, I break down the Indiana vs Alabama College Football Playoff matchup through one lens that matters most: the balance of power.

This isn’t a prediction show.

It’s a breakdown of why Vegas sees Indiana differently, why Alabama still commands belief, and what this game really tells us about where college football is headed.

We cover:

• Why Indiana is favored — and why fans are skeptical
• Vegas vs tradition: analytics vs reputation
• The style clash that makes this matchup dangerous
• Where pressure actually lives in the CFP
• The one moment that can tilt the game
• And yes… I give my prediction at the end 👀

If you’ve ever wondered why oddsmakers see games differently than fans — this episode explains it.

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Do you trust Vegas… or do you trust the helmet?

Subscribe for the postgame breakdown — it’s already written.

We’re just waiting on the score.

Holding this book in my hands stopped me in my tracks.

Football 101: A Mother’s Playbook to Understanding High School Football is officially available in paperback, and this video is a moment of reflection, gratitude, and purpose.

This book took years to write. Years of coaching seasons. Years of conversations with parents who wanted to support their kids but felt lost trying to understand the game. Even at the high school level, many of the players I coach are playing football for the first time, which means their parents are learning right along with them.

I wrote this book for football parents who want clarity, confidence, and perspective. It is for families new to the game, moms and dads trying to say the right things, and parents who want to support their child without adding pressure.

In this video, I share why this book matters to me personally, including a story about my own mother not understanding football when I was in high school and how that experience shaped my passion for helping parents today.

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The Chicago Bears to Indiana?

Yeah… let that sit for a second.

In this episode of UNFILTERED, Coach Boz breaks down the uncomfortable truth behind why the Chicago Bears are seriously exploring options outside Illinois — and why Gary, Indiana is even part of the conversation.

This isn’t about tradition or loyalty.

It’s about taxes, leverage, and political hesitation.

We get into:

• Why Soldier Field is financially holding the Bears back
• How the Arlington Heights deal stalled over tax certainty and infrastructure costs
• Why Indiana’s urgency is changing the power dynamic
• What an NFL stadium could really mean for Gary — the upside and the risks
• Why teams don’t “leave cities”… they change ZIP codes

And yes, we address the line that’s making people mad:

“If the New York Giants can play in New Jersey and still be ‘New York,’ don’t tell me the Chicago Bears can’t play in Indiana.”

This episode isn’t here to make fans comfortable.

It’s here to tell the truth.

👇 Drop your take in the comments

Should Illinois do more to keep the Bears?

Would you still support them if they played in Indiana?

Who actually benefits if this move happens?

Join us as we dive into the world of Indiana sports with rapper, author, and community architect Tevin Studdard. From the rise of IU football to the impact of storytelling through music and sports, Tevin shares his journey and insights. Discover how he's empowering young people to tell their own stories and the role of sports in shaping community identity. Don't miss this engaging conversation filled with passion and purpose!

College football just got flipped upside down.

Curt Cignetti didn’t just revive Indiana — he turned the Hoosiers into the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff and forced the entire nation to ask a wild question:

👉 Is Curt Cignetti the best coach in college football?

👉 Has Indiana quietly built the most dangerous program in America?

👉 Did everyone underestimate the Hoosiers — or are we witnessing a coaching revolution?

In today’s episode of UNFILTERED with Coach Boz, we break down:

🔥 Cignetti’s rise from IUP, Elon, and James Madison

🔥 How his Alabama recruiting experience shaped everything

🔥 His masterclass use of the transfer portal

🔥 Why Indiana’s culture flip is NOT a fluke

🔥 And why blueblood programs should be nervous

Whether you’re a Big Ten fan, Indiana supporter, JMU alum, or college football junkie — this episode will challenge what you think you know about coaching, development, and winning.

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Being smart is no longer respected — it’s mocked.

Trying hard gets you laughed at.

Discipline is dismissed.

And ignorance is rewarded.

In this episode of Unfiltered with Coach Boz, we break down:

🔥 Why being “cool” replaced being competent

🔥 How social media glamorized stupidity

🔥 Why intelligence is viewed as threatening

🔥 How this trend is crippling student-athletes, families, and communities

🔥 What we must do to make thinking cool again

If you are a parent, educator, coach, or student-athlete — this is a MUST WATCH.

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Inside you’ll learn:

✔️ How to build discipline

✔️ How to balance sports & academics

✔️ How to stay eligible

✔️ Study strategies that actually work

✔️ The habits that separate high achievers from the rest

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Do YOU think intelligence is undervalued today?

Are we rewarding the wrong behaviors?

Drop your thoughts in the comments — I’ll be reading them.

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Let’s build something bigger than cool.

Let’s build competent, disciplined, thinking young people.

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Quarter Zip: The New Grown Man Look

Summary

The conversation explores the significance of words in today's culture and the importance of financial literacy for youth. Coach Boz emphasizes the need for the younger generation to understand the power of language while also advocating for early education in financial skills and entrepreneurship.

Takeaways

The impact of words is crucial in shaping culture.

Teaching financial literacy early can empower youth.

Understanding business fundamentals is essential for students. Words are as vital as basic needs like oxygen.

The current education system may overlook practical skills.

Youth should learn to start businesses in high school.

Financial education can lead to greater independence.

Empowering kids with knowledge can change their futures.

The role of language in identity and expression is significant.

A balanced education includes both literacy and financial skills.

Keywords

words, financial literacy, education, business, youth empowerment