Ross Tucker Football Podcast: Daily NFL Podcast Eagles - Bears reaction + Pop Warner CEO Steve Strawbridge
Nov 29, 2025
Join Steve Strawbridge, CEO of Pop Warner Football and former executive with the Eagles, as he dives into the shifting landscape of youth football. He discusses the importance of safety, the rise of flag football, and the value of multi-sport participation. Steve emphasizes the benefits of starting tackle football in a structured way and the organization's no-cuts policy for inclusivity. Ross also offers insights on the Eagles' recent game against the Bears, highlighting pivotal performances and team dynamics.
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Steve's Pro Football Career Journey
- Steve described 12 years with the Philadelphia Eagles, drafting Donovan McNabb and reaching four NFC championships and a Super Bowl.
- He then spent 16 years as COO of the Pro Football Hall of Fame before joining Pop Warner.
Four Pillars That Define Pop Warner
- Pop Warner balances structure, safety, academics, and a national championship to define youth football's mission.
- That four-part framework aims to teach the game correctly while prioritizing player safety and development.
Mandate Coach Training And Medical Oversight
- Require certified coach training and medical oversight to keep youth football safer.
- Use structured rules (like removing kickoffs for young groups) and medical boards to reduce risk.