Listening to Football Legends - Michael Lombardi

In this podcast episode, Michael Lombardi, former general manager of the Cleveland Browns and current staff member of the New England Patriots, discusses the key elements of leadership in football. He emphasizes that leadership involves managing attention, meaning, trust, and self. Lombardi also stresses the importance of studying the game of football comprehensively, from its historical context to different formations and strategies. Additionally, he highlights the significance of having a cohesive system that aligns with the organization's philosophy and allows for adaptability. Lombardi mentions that evaluating players has changed with the advancement of technology, but character evaluation remains a challenge. He concludes by acknowledging that successful coaches must continuously self-reflect and be willing to adapt and change.