The Football Coaching Podcast with Joe Daniel

The Quick Game isn't some new fangled thing in football. In fact, in the passing game, it may be as old as the power/counter combo. However, it is still extremely effective. The quick game can give you a quick strike game plan to take advantage of what your opponent is giving you defensively. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the quick game, what it consists of, why you need it, and how to us...

Power, the backbone of the gap-scheme world. A foundational play for offenses the world around. But, with the evolution of defenses, multiple front teams, and high pressure packages, how can we ensure the Power play stays relevant? On this episode Joe and Daniel are talking variations of Power, what base power is, why you need variations, and how to install it with your team.    

Clinic Season is a FULL GO! But, are you getting the most out of it? Do your coaches disappear to the bar on Friday night and show up to catch the ride home? Are they sitting at the back of the room on their phone? We often take "vacations" for clinics when we should be sharpening our sword for next season. On this episode Joe and Daniel, who was excessively late, are joined by Mike Carter to disc...

Decentralized command is a tenant of leadership for us military members. In football, you just call it hiring a coordinator. But, that task isn't always as simple as "just hiring a coordinator." Sometimes you get to hire someone in, and sometimes you have to promote from the guys you have. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss how to do each of those things, what to do if no one is ready to be th...

As with the Defensive Staff Break Down from two weeks ago, we go through all the ways you can organize your Offensive Staff to get the most efficient coach-to-player coverage. This episode was recorded at the 2024 American Football Coaches Association Convention in Nashville, TN.  

Adding to your staff can be a great thing! Many coaching staffs are short at least one guy, and likely more than one. But, if you aren't getting that new coach ready to be a functioning part of the team, you may find yourself with another fan with a whistle. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss staff additions, how to focus their training to be on your staff, and why you need to be so efficient...

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.

Communication tends to be most Football Coaches' weak spots. In an Alpha dominated world, we just think everyone else around us has our knowledge base or assume they know what needs to be done. Unfortunately, in most cases, our assumptions are wrong. On this episode Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain discuss what a plan of communication, or a Standard Operating Procedure, is as well as why you need...

Another season has come and gone. Unless you're holding the trophy at the end (and maybe even if you're holding the trophy), there's at least one thing you need to fix or update in your system. No system is perfect, and some are just bad.   On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss why you shouldn't throw your system out, how to evaluate it to make some corrections, and what changes you can make with...

Every season we learn lessons as coaches. What are we good at, what are we bad at, what do we need to expand or contract in our playbook and system. This year was no different.   On this episode Joe and Daniel are going through YOUR lessons learned from YOUR season.

Toxicity happens in every profession. It happens on Wall Street, it happens in the military, and it happens in sports. Generally, it's magnified in positions when the rules or positions put a toxic person "in charge" of others. This is especially an issue when that group is made up of kids that can't take a stand against the toxicity.   On this episode, Joe and Daniel discuss what a Toxic Coach lo...

As the off season begins for many across the country, it's time to focus on what you need to improve for next year. Without a doubt, many of you have strength and speed on your improvement list. But, it's not just THAT you hit the weight room. It's HOW you hit the weight room that matters.   On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the importance of using the weight room, why you need to have a prog...

As voted on by the loyal listeners, we bring you a peek into our lives as parents.   On this episode Joe and Daniel are joined by veteran coach Kenny Ridley to talk all things, parenting and coaching.

The Pro Style Offense is an ever evolving system. Originally named after the actual schemes being used in the NFL, it has taken an identity of its own as a balanced offense capable of being used as a Smash Mouth running offense, or an air-it-out passing attack.   On this episode Joe and Daniel are discussing how to take your High School version of this scheme and incorporate a Star Wide Receiver....

With the Wing-T, and its variations, being so popular, and the 4-2-5 being the most used JDFB defensive system, we figured it was time to put the two together. We're talking about defending the Buck Series with the 4-2-5 defense.   On this episode Joe and Daniel will break down the strengths of the 4-2-5, what the weaknesses are, and how to make adjustments to eliminate those weaknesses.

The Tiger Cat Blitz… super solid name (especially if your mascot is a tiger), but even more solid of a scheme. This is the cheat code of all blitzes, by reducing your risks and multiplying your reward.   On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss the Tiger Cat Blitz, how to install it, and how to adjust it to whatever front you want to run.

Having a Star QB can open up a WORLD of opportunity. But, if you aren't prepared to really let him shine, you could find yourself wasting some top tier talent.   On this episode, Joe and Daniel discuss using a Star QB in the Spread system. We talk through what a star looks like, what makes him different in the spread system versus other systems, and how you can expand your system to really let him...

In any defense, you need ALL 11 men to fill their role, "Do your job," if you will. But, on the defensive line, a man amongst boys can make your life much easier. Not all stars look the same, though.   On this episode, Joe Daniel and Daniel Chamberlain discuss the makeup of a Star Defensive Lineman, what a star at each position might look like, what their role is in the 4-2-5 really is, and what e...

Getting help running our schemes is something that EVERY coach struggles with. Having someone else point out our flaws isn't an easy thing to do. But, it could be one of the most beneficial things you can do for your team and your development.   On this episode, we discuss the importance of using Game Film Analysis, why you need to get an outsider's eyes on your film, what the pros are seeing when...

Lots of teams are "multiple" on Defense. You'll get a little odd front, a little even. Maybe they'll play a quarter in attack mode, and then one just playing base. But, being multiple on offense is a fairly new concept and is even breaking into the NFL. Go check out the Detroit Lions and their complete Wing-T package they ran in week 2.   On this episode, Daniel Chamberlain is joined by Beau Colli...

As football defenses continue to trend… as they will do… we're seeing more 4-2-5 on friday nights. If you're running an "old school" offense, like the wing-t, you're probably thanking the football gods that you get to block up an even front once again. For the rest of us, we're trying to block up a traditional front with a modern offensive scheme. On this episode, Joe and Daniel discuss the weakne...

Gap Scheme and odd fronts CAN seem like a mismatch for the defense at face value. But, knowing your defense and using your advantages in your favor can lead to some great outcomes. On this episode Joe and Daniel discuss what exactly constitutes "Buck Series", what the advantages of running the 3-4 truly are, and what the disadvantages can be if you aren't prepared to solve them.