PFT Live with Mike Florio Former Colts & Panthers HC Frank Reich joins the show + Drafting Conference Championship X factors (1/22 Hour 2)
Jan 22, 2026
Frank Reich, a former NFL head coach and quarterback renowned for his historic comeback with the Bills, shares insights from his extensive career. He discusses the importance of team support in building a backup's confidence and reflects on his coaching approach with players like Nick Foles. Reich predicts an aggressive game plan from Sean Payton for Jared Stidham, emphasizing system familiarity. He also critiques coaching turnover and admires Sean McDermott's defense while outlining his current role at Stanford.
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Buffalo Comeback Fueled By Team Confidence
- Frank Reich recalled coming off the bench in 1993 and winning because the team believed in him.
- He said teammates and coaches repeatedly injected confidence which freed him to play his game.
Prepare Backups With Starter-Level Reps
- Give backup quarterbacks full reps so they feel in control and can run the offense.
- Use practice reps to build confidence and work out receiver timing before game day.
Vrabel's Situational Coaching Edge
- Mike Vrabel instills his personality into his teams and excels at situational football.
- Reich called Vrabel a tough game-day coach you should hesitate to bet against.