In this episode of LFG Game Planning Tips, three coaches share practical ideas for finding advantages and making better decisions during the season.

Dayne Keller, Wide Receivers Coach at Georgetown College, explains how offenses can use motion with purpose. Keller looks at using motion to diagnose coverage, identify pressure, manipulate leverage and numbers, create favorable matchups, and help an offense regain rhythm without abandoning its core concepts.

On defense, Daniel Fields, Defensive Coordinator at Lewis & Clark, breaks down his process for identifying and attacking pass protections. Fields begins by evaluating individual offensive linemen and identifying the player a defense may be able to isolate before studying protection schemes, tendencies, formations, and situations. He then explains how defenses can use fronts, disguises, pressure, and protection reads to create free rushers and favorable pass-rush matchups.

Finally, Rick Jones, Special Assistant to the Head Coach at Missouri, shares his “Football Nevers” for situational football. Jones discusses fourth-down decisions, punts, field goals, kickoff situations, timeout management, end-of-half strategy, and other decisions coaches should think through before they arise during a game.

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On this episode of One Play At A Time, host Keith Grabowski sits down with veteran coach Bob Benson to discuss how modern coaching technology can transform program organization and player learning. Part of the Coach and Coordinator Network, this conversation explores Coach Benson’s transition to the high school level and how implementing the Just Play platform has streamlined his staff’s workflow.

Coach Benson shares his blueprint for structuring digital playbooks, building mobile-accessible scout reports, and integrating film study into weekly preparation. The discussion covers practical methods for simplifying complex installations for younger athletes, using targeted digital quizzes to reinforce concept recall, and managing game preparation across all three phases. From making instant corrections to encouraging player learning through interactive testing, this interview shows how digital tools can elevate football IQ and maximize coaching efficiency.

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About the series:One Play at a Time follows Keith Grabowski's return to the sidelines as Offensive Coordinator and QB coach at Bay High School after a decade away, documenting how the staff installs, teaches, and communicates the offense across a full season. This series is presented by Just Play.

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On this episode of the Coach and Coordinator Network, host Keith Grabowski sits down with Dr. Timothy Royer (Inner Armor) and John Wierenga to explore how physiological and mental performance training can transform athlete resilience. The discussion includes a personal look at Aidan Grabowski’s journey using neuroscience-based tools to optimize focus, vision, and recovery.

Dr. Royer and John Wierenga unpack the critical roles Heart Rate Variability (HRV), sleep management, and visual system training play in sustaining peak athletic performance during a demanding season. The conversation explores how hidden stressors like travel and seasonal allergies affect the autonomic nervous system. It also presents actionable techniques for breathwork, eye training, and data-driven recovery strategies. From rebuilding mid-season mental resilience to integrating neuroscience into daily athlete routines, this interview gives coaches practical strategies to develop more complete performers.

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On this episode of D3Hansen Ratings, host Keith Grabowski brings together three Division III football leaders to break down offensive alignment, defensive efficiency, and program culture. Part of the Coach and Coordinator Network, this multi-coach showcase presents Endicott Head Coach and Offensive Play Caller Paul McGonagle, SUNY Cortland Defensive Coordinator Jack Mrozinski Jr, and Randolph-Macon Head Coach Pedro Arruza.

Head Coach Paul McGonagle opens the episode detailing his collaborative approach to offensive game planning, the role of sideline replay in making instant adjustments, and how to balance RPOs with traditional run-pass concepts.

Next, Defensive Coordinator Jack Mrozinski Jr shares the defensive philosophy behind SUNY Cortland’s top-ranked unit. He highlights how helmet communication technology, precise film study, and high-tempo practice drills push opponents outside their usual comfort zones.

Finally, Head Coach Pedro Arruza discusses building team resilience through adversity, managing player workload to preserve speed, and grounding a program in unselfish leadership and a purpose beyond winning.

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On this episode of National Coach of the Week, presented by Modern Football, host Keith Grabowski sits down with Coach Rocco Del Priore to break down the strategies behind creating a resilient, high-execution football program. Part of the Coach and Coordinator Network, this conversation explores how deliberate practice structures and targeted mindset techniques transform player development and game-day performance.

Coach Del Priore details his signature Mindset Reset Technique, explaining how breathing exercises and inward focus help shift halftime momentum and execute critical second-half adjustments. The discussion covers the concrete benefits of a program-wide practice model and the daily drill work essential for developing elite defensive line physicality. From creating player leadership to building an versatile team culture, this episode gives a comprehensive blueprint for head coaches.

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In this episode of LFG Game Planning Tips, three coaches share practical ways to prepare players for what comes next on offense, defense, and special teams.

Derron Gatewood, Senior Offensive Line Analyst at Texas, breaks down the Longhorns’ offensive line pull circuit. Gatewood explains how Texas trains trap pulls, skip pulls, perimeter pulls, and play-action pulls while emphasizing physicality, same-foot/same-shoulder contact, and the ability to react to different defensive responses. The circuit gives offensive linemen repeated opportunities to recognize power squeeze, spill, and mesh-charge reactions while maintaining their technique.

On defense, Jacob Craig, Defensive Coordinator and Safeties Coach at St. Francis, explains their 4LOCO pressure coverage. As a high-pressure defense that traditionally relied heavily on one-high fire-zone structures, St. Francis needed another way to attack protections without continually presenting the same picture. Craig details their two-under, four-deep structure, how it allows them to pressure from a two-high shell, and how route distribution can transform the coverage after the snap.

Finally, Sean Saturnio, Special Teams Coordinator at Army, shares how the Black Knights structure their special teams meetings to prepare players mentally as well as physically. Through “Daily Seasoning,” intentional meeting openers, and energetic closers, Saturnio creates an environment designed to engage players, reinforce leadership lessons, and get them ready to learn after demanding days at West Point.
Sean Saturnio- Creating a "Get To!" Culture

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In this episode of D3 Hansen Ratings Coach and Coordinators of the Week , host Keith Grabowski talks with three top Division III football coaches about offensive performance, defensive identity, and building a strong program culture. The show features Washington University Head Coach and Offensive Coordinator Aaron Keen, Gustavus Adolphus Defensive Coordinator Landon Rauen, and UW-Whitewater Head Coach Jace Rindahl.

Coach Aaron Keen explains how WashU runs a high-efficiency offense, focusing on RPO decisions, using quick passes instead of running plays, and managing player workload without relying on wearable tech. Then, Defensive Coordinator Landon Rauen describes Gustavus Adolphus’ defensive approach, highlighting daily tackling drills, takeaway circuits, and ways to help players take ownership. Finally, UW-Whitewater Head Coach Jace Rindahl talks about how his staff keeps the program strong over time by staying consistent, developing character, and promoting their well-known “Pound the Rock” mindset.

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On this episode of National Coach of the Week, presented by Modern Football, host Keith Grabowski sits down with Paul Doherty, head coach at California powerhouse Folsom High School. Part of the Coach and Coordinator Network, this conversation breaks down the blueprint for sustaining a nationally recognized elite high school program year after year.

Coach Doherty shares his strategy for building a unified K-12 program, underscoring the essential role of youth weightlifting, foundational strength training, and early quarterback development in long-term success. The discussion analyzes how Folsom structures its offense around what the quarterback does best, simplifying the scheme to emphasize core concepts and technical execution. From assembling a cohesive coaching staff to aligning with the community, this interview offers practical insights on program building and athlete development.

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Winning close games often comes down to situations you can prepare for long before they happen.

In this episode of Game Planning Tips from Lauren’s First and Goal, three coaches share how they prepare their teams for critical moments on offense, defense, and special teams.

Chris Reisert, Offensive Coordinator at the University of Toledo, breaks down four-minute offense and the decisions that go into finishing a game with the ball. He discusses ball security, managing risk, communicating whether a ball carrier should score or get down, controlling the clock, and preparing answers for the pressure looks defenses will bring late in the game.

Phil Kleckler, Head Coach at Lindsey Wilson University, explains the development of the Rabbit Package, a third-down defensive system designed to give players familiarity while allowing the staff to customize the plan each week. Kleckler shares how Lindsey Wilson uses personnel, coverage, line games, and simple terminology to attack specific protections without rebuilding the third-down defense every week.
Todd Goebbel, Running Backs Coach and Special Teams Coordinator at NC State, details how his special teams fundamental circuit prepares every player for squib kicks, sky kicks, onsides, and sideline decisions. His approach emphasizes feet, eyes, hands, ball security, and coaching the uncommon situations before they become game-changing moments.
The common thread across all three phases: if a situation can decide the game, it deserves to be part of the game plan.

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On this episode of National Coach of the Week, presented by Modern Football Technology. Keith Grabowski sits down with Broomfield Head Coach Chris Helbig to explore his path from playing football overseas to building a high-performing high school program. Part of the Coach and Coordinator Network, this conversation breaks down how foundational execution and intentional leadership lead to game-day success.

Coach Helbig shares his core coaching philosophy and details how he structures high-speed practice sessions that stress fundamentals, attention to detail, and rapid tempo. The discussion covers practical methods for establishing trust within a team, maintaining culture through adversity, and making critical in-game adjustments on Friday nights. From lessons learned through global football experiences to honing the micro-details of the practice field, this interview delivers a practical guide for coaches striving to improve program execution.

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