614 Headsets

In Episode 55 of the 614 Headsets podcast, join the hosts as they dive into High School Football in Central Ohio. They discuss the excitement of the upcoming season, put together their All-Gas offensive and defensive teams, and highlight the most anticipated games from weeks one through three. Whether it's powerhouse matchups, hidden gems, or intense rivalries, they've got it all covered. Plus, he...

In Episode 54 of 614 Headsets, join your hosts as they dive deep into the Mid Zone run game with Coach Charles Saulter, the head football coach at Twinsburg High School. Coach Saulter shares his insights and experiences, detailing the keys to effectively running the Mid Zone scheme, and how it can benefit high school football teams. Learn about the intricacies of the scheme, the coaching technique...

Coach Evan Crabtree from the University of Tennessee joins the show to discuss “Building a Special Teams Culture.” Discover Coach Crabtree's journey from a walk-on at Miami to becoming a distinguished special teams coach. This episode highlights the philosophy, techniques, and drills essential for succeeding in special teams. Learn beliefs for creating player buy in, kickoff return strategies, lev...

Join the 614 Headsets team for a special episode discussing everything from their recent 7-on-7 event with high school teams Jonathan Alder, Gahanna, and Northland to essential aspects of running a successful high school football program. Dive into their candid conversations about the ups and downs of 7-on-7 tournaments, the strategic benefits, and the common pitfalls. In this episode the boys als...

In this episode of 614 Headsets, join us as we delve deep into Redzone offense strategies with Coach Rich Holzer, Head Football coach at Northern High School in Owings, Maryland. Discover how Coach Holzer prepares his team, from scouting and game planning to practice routines. Get insights into Maryland football culture, the importance of not overthinking, and practical tips for effective offensiv...

Join us for the landmark 50th episode of 614 Headsets, where hosts Kyle, Ryan, and Donovan celebrate with special guest Coach Brad Wilson, Defensive Coordinator / Associate Head Coach from Indiana State University. This episode dives deep into mastering defensive strategies in the red zone, breaking down universal concepts, game planning, and efficient practice methods. Coach Wilson shares his jou...

Episode 49’s special guest is Anthony Carbone, the Head Football Coach of Cleveland Roads High School. In this episode we dive deep into how to create, install, and execute unique packages on both the offensive and defensive side of the ball. Later in the episode, Coach Carbone presents his “spinner package” through film with ideas for implementation. Coach Sayers and Coach Stout also share videos...

On E. 38, Coach Jared Rolfes, the Offensive Coordinator from Oak Grove High School in North Carolina joins the show to talk about how to win on third down. Coach Rolfes shares his unique offensive philosophies, blending old-school triple option principles with modern-day spread offense techniques. We explore how to practice, game plan, and call plays effectively on crucial third downs. Coach Rolfe...

Join the hosts of 614 Headsets as they dive deep into the world of offensive and defensive line play with Coach Jordan Budwig, former FIU offensive lineman and CEO of Five Star Studs. Coach Bud has taken the internet by storm in the last year, and has solidified himself as one of the leading trainers for lineman online. E. 47 pays homage to the “War Daddy,” a player with extraordinary ability and...

In this episode, the hosts welcome back their audience to discuss the latest news in high school football with a focus on Ohio's top talents for 2024. They highlight the recent big week, including a new partnership with FirstDown Playbook. Mick Walker joins the podcast to share insights from various high school football combines and showcases around Ohio. Key topics include standout quarterbacks,...

This episode from 614 Headsets podcast, titled 'Strong Roots', delves into developing player-centered football programs, emphasizing the importance of player development and culture in coaching. Hosted by members of the central Ohio football community, the show features Coach Wade Bartholomew of Olentangy High School, along with Coach Brad Burchfield of Bishop Hartley High School and Murad Hollida...

Episode 44 features special guest Jack Sawyer, a prominent college football player and Ohio State Buckeye. The coaches reminisce about past games, share insights into high school and college football, discuss the importance of adapting coaching strategies, and delve into the concept of tough love in coaching. Jack Sawyer opens up about his journey from high school football to playing for the Ohio...

This episode celebrates the one-year anniversary of “614 Headsets," a sports podcast created by three high school football coaches from Columbus, Ohio. It provides a comprehensive look into their personal and professional lives, emphasizing the significant impact football and the podcast have had on them. On this special episode the coaches discuss their favorite episodes from the first year, shar...

This episode of 614 Headsets features Mike Bath, the current OC/QB coach for Indiana State University. Legendary coach Bill Walsh famously said: “The establishing of your openers is the single most valuable thing that a coach can do as far as the game plan is concerned.” In the Art of Openers , coach Bath shares his expertise on creating a successful opening game script, emphasizing the importance...

In this episode of 614 Headsets, we are joined by Coach Logan Plumley from the University of Indianapolis. Coach Plumley is the CO-DC and secondary coach, and in “From Film to Field” he shares his strategies for game planning and player preparation. The discussion covers key aspects of football coaching such as self-scouting, developing scouting reports, adapting game plans based on opponent analy...

On this special episode, the hosts of 614 Headsets are joined by a special co-host, Coach Ward from Gahanna Lincoln High School, and Bob Gecewich from Perry High School. Coach Gecewich is fresh off of leading his team to a 16-0 State Championship last season, and also marks his third state championship as a coach. On “Crafting Championships” we discuss the fundamentals of creating a winning cultur...

Special guest and former quarterback turned coach, Parker Carmichael, shares his journey from high school legend to coaching at various levels, including his current role at USF. The episode dives into the importance of special teams in football, discussing strategies for generating excitement among players, the role of creativity in coaching, and the impact of special teams on game outcomes. It a...

In this episode of 614 Headsets, we dive into the intricacies of building a powerful defense with Ryan Manalac from the University of Pittsburgh. Coach Manalac shares insights on cultivating relationships within the team, having a clear and exciting vision, focusing on fundamentals, the importance of blitzing, and the significance of takeaways in supercharging a defense. He also touches on his jou...

In this special episode, the crew from 614 Headsets sits down with Joe Nemith III (Wittenberg University) and Jim Cordle (Ashland University), live from the OHSFCA Coaches Clinic. Hosts Kyle Stout, Ryan Sayers, and Donovan White go through a special segment titled Four Quarters with both coaches. They delve into insights from Wittenberg University and Ashland's coaching staff, discussing challenge...

In this episode of the 614 Headsets Podcast, three high school football coaches from Columbus, Ohio, discuss the intricacies of the air raid offense with coach Stan Bedwell, a noted expert with over 25 years of experience. The discussion covers the history of the Air Raid offense, key concepts, its application at different levels of football, and tips for coaches looking to incorporate Air Raid pr...

This episode features an in-depth interview with Coach Josh Franke, the new Head Football Coach of Westerville Central High School. In this episode Coach Franke shares his journey through various coaching roles, his recent move to Westerville Central, and his philosophies on building successful football programs. Franke recounts pivotal moments in his coaching career, emphasizing the importance of...

In this episode of the 614 Headsets podcast, live from the OHSFCA clinic, hosts dive deep into the world of high school football, discussing its impact and the lifestyle surrounding it. They spotlight Coach Eric Calland, the newly appointed head coach at Westerville South High School, his journey, excitement, and the significance of taking charge of his alma mater. Special segments include anecdot...

In this special episode, the crew from 614 Headsets sits down with Doug Geiser, the Head Football Coach of Ashland University, live from the OHSFCA Coaches Clinic. Hosts Kyle Stout, Ryan Sayers, and Donovan White go through a special segment titled Four Quarters with coach. Join us for a discussion on Doug’s coaching style, his journey to becoming the head coach, and the specifics of working with...

Today, 614 Headsets hosts Coach Joel Rodriguez, offensive line coach and run game coordinator of Akron University. Rodriguez shares insights into the fundamental strategies of building a successful football program including understanding the 'Why' behind every action, creating environments that players don't want to leave and being demanding but not demeaning. The discussion also delves into adap...

In this special episode, the crew from 614 Headsets sits down with Coach Brad Burchfield of Bishop Hartley, live from the OHSFCA Coaches Clinic. Hosts Kyle Stout, Ryan Sayers, and Donovan White go through a special segment titled Four Quarters with coach. Touching on topics from the challenges of recruiting, to the exhilarating pursuit of championships, Coach Burchfield also shares anecdotes from...