The Board Drill Podcast

This week on The Board Drill Podcast, we dive into the heart of the Flexbone offense with special guest Coach Jose Licon, OC at Hugeton High School in Kansas. Coach Licon brings an authentic, no-nonsense look at midline concepts out of the Flexbone, and how they’re applying it to attack defenses. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intros & How This Episode Came Together 01:20 – The Triple Option Cult & K...

Coach Preston Troyer joins Kyle on this episode of the Board Drill Podcast to unpack what it really means to build a system on offense. The Tonganoxie HS head coach and author of Coaching Football Insight shares lessons from 17 years in the profession, including how to refine your scheme, evolve your identity, and stay grounded in player development. Whether you're a new OC or a vet reworking your...

In this episode of the Board Drill Podcast, we catch up with Cody Gardner, the Defensive Coordinator at Corner Canyon High School (UT), to dive deep into what it really takes to build and sustain a defensive identity at the high school level. We talk foundational philosophy, how to reset your structure when needed, and how Cody blends system, player personality, and coaching staff dynamics into a...

The Board Drill Podcast – S2E30 | Dan Blackbourn: Building a Standalone Quick Game In this episode, Kyle and Matt sit down with Coach Dan Blackbourn, OC at Brooks County (GA), to break down the fundamentals of quick game passing. Coach Blackbourn takes us through his step-based teaching philosophy, the importance of treating quick game as more than just an RPO extension, and how he installs and ev...

In this episode of the Board Drill Podcast, Kyle and Matt are joined by Tom Elder, Associate Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator at Chaminade High School (NY), to break down one of the most versatile and effective defensive tools in high school football—5-Man Pressure Systems. Coach Elder dives deep into how Chaminade utilizes a simple yet adaptable pressure philosophy based on four core blitz pa...

The Dash Passing Concept with Coach Wakely Bergener | Board Drill Podcast Ep. 28 In this episode of The Board Drill Podcast, we're joined by Coach Wakely Bergener, Offensive Coordinator at Pauls Valley High School (OK), to break down the Dash Passing Concept — one of the most quarterback-friendly protection schemes in football. Despite some tech hiccups (this is our third attempt to record it!...

Board Drill Podcast – Ep. 27 | Sprint-Based Football with Coach Shane Kinnee What happens when a football program builds its entire structure—offseason, practice, culture—around speed? Coach Shane Kinnee joins us to break down how sprint-based training is transforming high school football. From reducing injuries to maximizing performance, this episode is packed with insights for coaches ready to t...

Board Drill Podcast – Ep. 27 | Bobby Bowring on Building a 3x1 Defensive Toolbox In this episode, we’re joined by Bobby Bowring, DC at a San Juan HS in Utah, for a deep dive into defending 3x1 formations with clarity, confidence, and a practical system. In this episode we chat about run fits and coverages for 3x1 sets out of a 3-4 base defense. 🏈 Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:45 - Why 3x1 is so hard...

Welcome back to the Board Drill Podcast! In Season 2, Episode 25, we’re diving into the foundation of gap scheme football with one of the best in the trenches—Coach Ian Tatum, Assistant Head Coach, OC, and OL coach at Walkertown High School in North Carolina. Coach Tatum breaks down the ins and outs of Power—from install day to adjustments, including QB power, power read, and the toss read series....

In this episode of the Board Drill Podcast, we welcome Mitch Wieland, offensive coordinator at Iowa City Liberty High School, to break down the most common quarterback mistakes and how to fix them. From footwork disasters to bad pocket habits, Coach Wieland gives a clinic on practical drills, quarterback development, and how to coach up any QB, regardless of arm talent. We also talk about how to i...

Welcome back to another deep dive on The Board Drill Podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, Kyle Bradburn sits down with Coach Jeff Comfort, Defensive Coordinator at Lincoln Christian High School (Tulsa, OK), to break down One High Coverage Variations from the 3-3-5. Coach Comfort walks through his teaching philosophy, alignment rules, and how he adapts concepts to fit his players’ skill sets. If you coach...

In this episode, Kyle and Matt sit down with Coach Will Cockerill, DC at powerhouse Denton Ryan (TX), to break down his approach to defensive structure, in-season adjustments, and leadership in the face of adversity. Coach shares how his team battled through the tragic mid-season loss of their DC and still finished as one of the top defenses in Texas 5A. From efficiency metrics to blitz philosophy...

In this episode of The Board Drill Podcast, Kyle sits down with Coach Clayton Cason, Defensive Coordinator at Mandarin High School, to talk all things defensive line play. Coach Cason dives deep into his core teaching progressions, how he builds violence into strike technique, and how Mandarin teaches their D-linemen to dominate one-on-one matchups. From laws of D-line play to dealing with double...

Welcome back to another episode of The Board Drill Podcast! In this episode, Kyle sits down with Coach Tyler Richins, head coach at Sugar-Salem HS in Idaho, to take a deep dive into the Wing-T's inside run game—specifically belly, trap, and iso variations that don’t always get the spotlight. If you've ever been gashed by a team in the Wing-T or are looking to evolve your own scheme with mo...

In this episode, Coach Eric Tilson from North Green High School joins us to break down Pull Rules in gap scheme football. We dive into the evolution of his run game philosophy, including the origins of his pin-and-pull system, coaching points for OL execution, and how these rules have shaped his identity as a play-caller. Coach Tilson brings real-world game stories, clinic-level detail, and practi...

Welcome back to The Board Drill Podcast ! In this episode, Coach Kyle sits down with Coach Jacob Boldin — Run Game Coordinator and OL Coach at Cambridge High School (GA) — to talk all things practice efficiency , building culture, coaching growth, and samurai-level discipline. Whether you're an aspiring young coach or a vet looking to sharpen your edge, this one’s packed with actionable insigh...

In this episode of The Board Drill Podcast, Kyle and Matt sit down with Coach Dan Gonzalez—former Texas Longhorn WR and creator of ReadAndShoot.com—for an absolute masterclass in offensive game planning. Coach Gonzalez breaks down his unique "axiom-based" approach to game plans, showing how to streamline your weekly install, maximize practice reps, and make smarter play calls under press...

In this episode of The Board Drill Podcast, Kyle sits down with Coach Brian Wille , Offensive Coordinator at Fairmont High School (MN) , to dive deep into Seam Reads — what they are, why you need them, and how they can unlock explosive plays in your passing game. Coach Wille walks us through how his offense evolved after facing elite match coverage in the 2023 playoffs, and how he adapted by study...

Welcome back to The Board Drill Podcast! In this episode, Kyle and Matt sit down with Coach Cory Quinn, head coach at Tishomingo County in Mississippi, to talk all things Gun-T offense, Buck Sweep, and building a winning program. Coach Quinn shares his journey from running spread-based systems to fully committing to the Gun-T, breaking down the philosophy, adjustments, and results that led to the...

In this episode, we dive deep into pass protection fundamentals, slide protection strategies, and in-game O-line adjustments with Coach Marshall Hart . From inside-out protection philosophy to adapting against defensive pressures, this episode is packed with valuable coaching insights for offensive line play. 🔽 Timestamps: ⏱ 0:00 – Intro & Setting the Stage ⏱ 5:30 – Building an O-Line: Teachi...

This week on The Board Drill Podcast, we welcome Coach Connor Floden, Offensive Coordinator and O-Line Coach at William Penn University. Coach Floden takes us deep into Wide Zone & Guard Wrap (Dart), breaking down the philosophy, techniques, and key adjustments that make these run concepts so effective. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: • The difference between wide zone and outside zone (03:...

In this episode, host Kyle Bradburn is joined by Coach Kevin Sullivan, a North Florida coaching legend with nearly four decades of experience. Together, they explore the complexities of developing young coaches, including finding the right fit, building trust, and preparing them for play-calling responsibilities. Coach Sullivan shares timeless wisdom on leadership, film study, and how coaching has...

In this episode of The Board Drill Podcast , hosts Kyle Bradburn and Matt Dixon sit down with Coach Irsik, the defensive coordinator at Folsom High School in California, to break down run fits in modern defenses . Coach Irsik dives deep into multiple front structures, pressure families, and innovative run-fit techniques that allow defenses to handle everything from power-heavy teams to spread offe...

In this episode, Coach Kyle Bradburn and Matt Dixon sit down with Rockmart High School's Coach Tracy Malone, back by popular demand, to dive deep into quarterback development. 🏈 Coach Malone breaks down his comprehensive QB progression system, covering everything from weight room prep to on-field drills. Learn about: ✅ His unique no-ball warmup routines ✅ The science behind modern QB mechanics...

In this episode of The Board Drill Podcast, Kyle Bradburn sits down with Father Ryan defensive coordinator Coach Chad Broadrick to break down Cover 1 Creepers, simulated pressures, and how to effectively stress offensive protections without bringing heavy blitzes. If you're looking for ways to affect the quarterback while staying sound in coverage, this one's for you! 🔗 Subscribe for more...