

The Football Coaching Podcast with Joe Daniel
Joe Daniel Football
Helping Football Coaches build your Program and Succeed
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Oct 2, 2025 • 1h 3min
Our Practices Feel Stagnant and Boring
Coach, your kids are bored… and it’s 100% YOUR FAULT. Okay, extreme ownership says everything is your fault, so you already knew that. But, really, you’ve planned a boring and stagnant practice, so that’s exactly how it feels. On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain are talking about shorter more high energy practices that achieve a goal, motivate athletes, and put the spark back in your team.

Sep 25, 2025 • 1h 3min
We Cant Stop Dual-Threat QBs
“The one kid that keeps DCs up at night,” aka the dual-threat QB who is nearly impossible to contain. I bet you’ve coached against (or been lucky enough to coach with) at least one of these in your career. All of football seems to be going in the direction of putting the most athletic kid at QB and let him get loose! On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the fundamentals of stopping a dual-threat QB, how to coach pass rush lane integrity, keeping dual-threat guys contained, and how to manipulate the QB with your scheme, so you can control his actions.

Sep 18, 2025 • 53min
We Struggle to Get Pressure on the Quarterback
Getting Pressure on High School Quarterbacks is quite the challenge. Between terrible fundamentals by HS O-Linemen, to quick game, to QBs generally being run first athletes, you have to really drive home the point of getting D-Linemen to the QB. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss how to teach your pass rushers to think situationally, how to call your defense to attack the opposition, and the simplicity of using 1-2 pass rush moves for your HS players.

Sep 11, 2025 • 58min
We Can’t Move the Ball Consistently
Struggling to consistently advance the ball? Dive into strategies to exploit defensive weaknesses using numbers and leverage. Discover how to craft a simple yet effective offensive playbook, ensuring plays complement each other. Learn practical tips to elevate game-day execution and boost player confidence. Get ready to adapt and improve your team's performance, even in challenging situations!

Sep 4, 2025 • 58min
We Have No Identity as a Team
In this episode of 'The Football Coaching Podcast,' hosts Daniel Chamberlain and Joe Daniel discuss the current excitement of scrimmage week and share insights into recent college football strategies. They delve into the topic of establishing a team's identity by focusing on core principles, non-negotiables, and creating player buy-in. Key themes include the importance of consistent communication, understanding player challenges, and employing a well-defined practice structure. Additionally, they emphasize the value of adopting a 'coach simple, play fast, win' approach and explore the application of military leadership models to coaching. Personal updates include Daniel's office reorganization and exploration of new ventures, highlighting their commitment to personal and professional growth.

Aug 28, 2025 • 1h 3min
We Don't Have Enough Depth!
Depth is crucial for a successful football team, and this discussion dives into how to ensure backups are ready to step up when it matters. Learn about the 'Coach Simple' philosophy that boosts player confidence and performance. Discover the importance of scout teams in building future talent and the value of cross-training players for flexibility. Additionally, innovative practice strategies are shared, focusing on engaging drills that foster skill development and teamwork amidst roster challenges. Tune in for actionable insights!

Aug 21, 2025 • 1h 17min
We Can’t Keep Up with Spread Offenses
There isn’t a perfect defensive scheme in football. Let’s say that again, there isn’t a perfect defensive scheme in football. They all work. Pro’s and Con’s… sure they exist. But, the truth is, every modern defense should be able to work successfully against any offensive scheme, you just have to remain adaptable. On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain talk about adapting your defense to whatever you’ll see this season, how you can shut down the spread specifically, and coaching your defense to SWARM the football!

Aug 14, 2025 • 1h 8min
Our Offensive Line Gets Overpowered
The offensive line is the HEART of your football team. It doesn’t matter what the skill level of everyone else on the field is, you win or lose behind the O-Line. If yours is getting steam rolled each and every game, you’re likely losing each and every game. On this episode, Joe and Daniel are talking how to get your O-Line to improve by simplifying your communication, simplifying your scheme, and getting your players to love their craft!

Aug 7, 2025 • 1h 7min
I Feel Like I’m Coaching Alone
We often hear, “Your players won’t be as passionate and committed as you are.” What we don’t hear as often is that your coaches may not be on your level either. Sometimes you’re going to get a guy, or multiple guys, that you have to win games with, but may not be on the same level of football coaching as you. On this episode Joe and Daniel are discussing ways to prevent the feeling of coaching alone. They discuss the need to develop your philosophy and systems, communicating with your staff, and getting buy-in from everyone in the program.

Jul 31, 2025 • 1h 12min
Our Players Don’t Execute on Game Day
Practice doesn’t always equal performance. You can dominate the practice field all week, but if it doesn’t show up under the lights on Friday night… something’s missing. Maybe practice wasn’t hard enough. Maybe the scout team didn’t look anything like your opponent. Or maybe your kids just didn’t buy in. In this episode, Joe and Daniel dive into how to turn practice success into real game-day results. They break down how to make practice tougher than the game, why specific drills lead to better buy-in, and what to do when your scout team can’t replicate your opponent. They also share stories from their own coaching experience, discuss highlights from the Texas High School Coaches Association Clinic, and even drop a few book recommendations for coaches who want to think deeper about football—and probability.