The Play Caller's Club

Vanderbilt offensive coordinator Tim Beck joins The Left Hash Call to talk through one of the most unique coaching journeys in college football. Coach Beck’s story runs from playing defensive back at Pittsburg State, to becoming a Division II national championship head coach, to working with Gary Patterson and Jerry Kill, to helping engineer major turnarounds at New Mexico State and Vanderbilt. In...

Minnesota Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach Greg Harbaugh Jr. joins The Left Hash Call to break down his coaching journey, the evolution of the Golden Gophers offense, and what it takes to build a quarterback-friendly system in the Big Ten. Harbaugh dives into his path from Division III football to Western Michigan, working under P.J. Fleck, studying NFL offenses, developing Max Brosmer...

On this episode of The Left Hash Call, Seth Howard and Coach Dan Casey sit down with Drew Cronic, Offensive Coordinator at the United States Naval Academy, to talk through one of the most unique offensive systems in college football. Coach Cronic shares how his football journey started in a Wing-T family, how his father’s influence shaped his offensive philosophy, and how stops at Reinhardt, Furma...

This week on The Left Hash Call, Iowa State Offensive Coordinator Tyler Roehl joins the show for a deep dive into toughness, offensive identity, and what it takes to build a championship-level football culture. Coach Roehl’s résumé speaks for itself: All-American running back at North Dakota State, seven FCS National Championships as a coach, two national titles as NDSU’s offensive coordinator, a...

Morgan Scalley joins The Left Hash Call to talk about taking over as the head coach at the University of Utah, continuing the standard built under Kyle Whittingham, and leading the program into its next chapter. A Salt Lake City native, former Utah defensive back, and longtime assistant, Scalley has seen the Utes from nearly every angle — player, staffer, coordinator, and now head coach. In this e...

In this episode of The Left Hash Call, Seth Howard and Coach Dan Casey are joined by Keenan Bailey, the Co-Offensive Coordinator and Tight Ends Coach at Ohio State. Bailey’s rise through the Buckeye program is one of patience, detail, and relentless work — from arriving in Columbus as an offensive intern to coaching multiple position groups and eventually earning a coordinator role inside one of c...

In this episode of The Left Hash Call, Seth Howard and Coach Dan Casey sit down with Taylor Mouser, Penn State’s Offensive Coordinator and Tight Ends Coach, for a wide-ranging conversation on his path through the coaching profession, his offensive philosophy, and what Penn State fans can expect from this new era of Nittany Lion football. Coach Mouser shares how he went from playing defensive line...

In this episode, Dan and Seth sit down with the Oklahoma State Cowboys football Offensive Coordinator and Quarterbacks Coach to break down his rapid rise through the coaching ranks—starting as a quarterback at Incarnate Word, developing elite talent like Cam Ward, and building a top-tier passing attack at North Texas before making the jump to the Power 4 level. From grinding as a free quality cont...

We sit down with Will Stein to break down what it really takes to build an elite football program—from developing quarterbacks to creating a culture players genuinely believe in. Stein dives into his philosophy of “high IQ, high character”, explaining why intelligence, discipline, and authenticity matter more than résumés or logos. We get into how he evaluates coaches and players, what makes a gre...

we sit down with Texas Tech offensive coordinator Matt — one of the fastest-rising offensive minds in college football — alongside quarterback Lindsey Scott. From humble beginnings coaching high school football and teaching geometry, to building explosive offenses at Incarnate Word and Texas State, and now leading a high-powered attack in Lubbock, this conversation dives deep into the evolution of...

On this episode, we sit down with Texas Tech offensive coordinator Matt — one of the fastest-rising offensive minds in college football — alongside quarterback Lindsey Scott. From humble beginnings coaching high school football and teaching geometry, to building explosive offenses at Incarnate Word and Texas State, and now leading a high-powered attack in Lubbock, this conversation dives deep into...

Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 31,000+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday You can find Bobby Peters on Substack: https://alertthepost.substack.com/ "Trends in Offensive Football: Volume 2" - https://amzn.to/43loCsR "The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIla Coach Dan Casey: ht...

Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 30,000+ Football Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayadayChapters00:00 The Identity of Quarterbacks02:25 The Ecosystem Surrounding Young Quarterbacks05:32 The Pressure of Early Specialization08:48 The Importance of Adversity in Development11:39 The Role of Relationships in Success14:41 The Evolution o...

Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 30,000+ Football Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:56 Situational Football and Coaching Decisions 16:09 Playing From Behind and Handling Adversity 20:30 Preparing for Unlikely Scenarios 29:55 College vs NFL Styles 33:13 The Quarterback and His Coach

Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 30,000+ Football Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:55 Cowboys and Eagles 09:50 The MVP Showdown: Josh Allen vs. Lamar Jackson 19:34 Jared Goff and New OC - John Morton 25:58 A New Era in Minnesota - JJ McCarthy 33:22 Play Caller of the Week: Joe Sloan, LSU

Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:50 The Rookies 07:48 Weapons on the Field: Key Players to Watch 09:54 Defensive Gameplans 12:30 Final Thoughts: Texas vs. Ohio State 18:19 Clemson vs. LSU: Veteran Battle 20:42 Veteran QB's and their Coordinators 25:52 Final Thoughts: Clemson vs LSU 30:02 Wrap-Up: Play Caller of the Week

Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 29,000+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday"Trends in Offensive Football": https://amzn.to/43loCsR

Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 29,000+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday "Trends in Offensive Football": https://amzn.to/3Mcru2U "The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIla In this episode, Coach Jeff Nixon, the offensive coordinator at Syracuse University, shares his coaching journey, discussing his...

Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 29,000+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday "Trends in Offensive Football": https://amzn.to/3Mcru2U "The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIla In this episode, Coach Dan Casey interviews Tim Plough, head coach of UC Davis football, discussing his...

Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 25,000+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday NEW BOOK! "Trends in Offensive Football": https://amzn.to/3Mcru2U "The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIla Coach Dan Casey: https://www.coachdancasey.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CoachDanCasey Instagram: https://www.inst...

SummaryIn this episode of the Play Callers Club, Coaches Dan Casey and Jake Hubenak discuss some of the most underrated offensive play callers in college football and the NFL. They highlight Rhett Lashlee at SMU, Mike Shanahan at Indiana, Joe Brady with the Buffalo Bills, and Zac Robinson with the Atlanta Falcons. Each coach has made significant impacts on their respective offenses, showcasing inn...

In this episode, Coach Dan Casey and Jake Hubenak conduct a midseason review of college football offenses, highlighting standout teams like Boise State, Iowa State, Clemson, and Penn State. They discuss the evolution of the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions' offenses, emphasizing the importance of coaching and team dynamics. The conversation also touches on the future of quarterbacking in the NF...

In this episode, Coach Dan Casey discusses the offensive trends he observed in Week 1 of the NFL season and Week 2 of college football. He highlights the creative play designs and concepts used by teams like the Kansas City Chiefs and the Baltimore Ravens. He also talks about the effectiveness of the GH counter bluff reverse play and the resurgence of dropback passing from under center. Additional...

TakeawaysGreat coaching staffs don't panic and develop their players throughout the season. Coaches Shannon Dawson and Andy Kotelnicki showcased effective strategies. It's important not to overreact to Week 1 results. Vanderbilt's victory over Virginia Tech was a surprise. Quarterback Diego Pavia had a significant impact on Vanderbilt's performance. Unexpected wins in college football bring immens...

Coach Dan Casey discusses the importance of controlling possession and converting third downs in order to win games. He analyzes the anatomy of an upset and how underdog teams can approach games against favored opponents. He also explores the impact of rule changes on play style in college football and the potential rise of tempo offenses in the NFL. Coach Casey emphasizes the value of shifts and...