The Football Coaching Podcast with Joe Daniel

Your team is only as good as your staff. But, your staff is only as good as your ability to organize them. You have to get the best coaches coaching the players they’re the best at coaching to maximize your success. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss defensive staff organization, what it should look like, what variable can change it, and how to pick the coaches you’re using.  

Last week we talked about finding the perfect job, so it’s only right to follow it up with HOW to get the job. We invited eightlaces.org founder, Chris Fore, to come shed some light on this topic. On this episode we’re talking all about how to make yourself stand out, what mistakes will hurt your chances, and how to prepare for the interview.  

It’s job hunting season. Many coaches, head and assistant, are moving on from one place to find greener pastures. But, what is the perfect job?  On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss why the job matters, what the red flags are to stay away from, and what things you should target in a job.  

There comes a time in every job when talent must be rearranged. Football Coaching is no different. You could even say, as a Head Coach, talent management is the majority of your job. But, when is the right time to make those changes? On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the reasons a coach should make a change, and what the right way to go about making changes is.

The podcast discusses the importance of clear communication in football coaching, emphasizing the need for a plan of communication or a Standard Operating Procedure. Topics covered include communication in the off-season, adaptable physical therapy, effective communication with parents, the significance of clear communication in coaching, the importance of standard operating procedures, and the need for a written communication plan in football coaching.

The hosts discuss the challenges of coaching with a backup quarterback, the emotional rollercoaster of being a coach, and the importance of reviewing and updating your system in football coaching. They provide advice on evaluating and adjusting the system based on player abilities, focusing on timing and alignment in football plays, and analyzing game film for improvement.

This podcast discusses lessons learned from the 2023 season, including practice scheduling, defensive fronts, coaching technique, and developing a coaching philosophy. They also mention the JDFB Foundations video series and a sponsor.

The podcast discusses the issue of toxic coaching and the need to address it. They explore the challenges of coaching in a small town community and provide advice on handling toxic coaches. The hosts also discuss the features of a coaching program and highlight the versatility of the pistol power offense. Lastly, they mention the availability of a chalkboard forum and introduce a Football Coaching 101 course.

The podcast discusses the importance of the weight room in football training, including building strength and explosiveness. It also covers the benefits of safe weightlifting and injury prevention, as well as the significance of hiring experts. The hosts reflect on their podcast's success and share advice on improving as a coach during the off-season.

Speakers discuss the challenges and benefits of parenting while coaching football, coaching children in a positive environment, and the expertise and benefits of weightlifting coaching.