by American Football Coaches Association
Inside the Headset with the AFCA takes you in-depth with interviews, career breakdowns, and coaching development with football coaches around the country.
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April 24, 2025
<p class="" data-start="179" data-end="585">In this week’s episode of Inside the Headset, Presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by <strong data-start= "268" data-end="312">Western Michigan Head Coach Lance Taylor</strong>. From his beginnings as a walk-on at Alabama to leading the Broncos to the <strong data-start="388" data-end= "420">2024 Salute to Veterans Bowl</strong>, Coach Taylor shares his journey through the coaching profession, his commitment to building meaningful relationships, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.</p> <p class="" data-start="587" data-end="632">🎙 <strong data-start= "590" data-end="629">In This Episode, You’ll Learn About</strong>:</p> <ul data-start="633" data-end="1026"> <li class="" data-start="633" data-end="725"> <p class="" data-start="635" data-end="725">How a walk-on experience at Alabama shaped Coach Taylor’s approach to life and coaching.</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="726" data-end="791"> <p class="" data-start="728" data-end="791">Key lessons from working with legendary coach <strong data-start="774" data-end= "788">Nick Saban</strong>.</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="792" data-end="852"> <p class="" data-start="794" data-end="852">Transitioning from college football to the NFL and back.</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="853" data-end="947"> <p class="" data-start="855" data-end="947">Developing strong player-coach relationships in both collegiate and professional settings.</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="948" data-end="1026"> <p class="" data-start="950" data-end="1026">Navigating career opportunities and overcoming hardships as a young coach.</p> </li> </ul> <p class="" data-start="1028" data-end="1180">🎖 Coach Taylor was recently named to the <strong data-start="1070" data-end= "1098">AFCA’s Board of Trustees</strong>, and his passion for growth and leadership shines throughout this conversation.</p> <p class="" data-start="1182" data-end="1469">📌 <strong data-start= "1178" data-end="1200">Episode Timestamps</strong>:<br data-start= "1201" data-end="1204" /> 1:15 – When Coach Taylor realized he wanted to coach.<br data-start="1257" data-end="1260" /> 2:54 – Walk-on experience at Alabama.<br data-start="1297" data-end="1300" /> 8:18 – Learning from Nick Saban.<br data-start="1332" data-end= "1335" /> 17:27 – Coaching with the New York Jets.<br data-start="1375" data-end="1378" /> 26:12 – First role with the Carolina Panthers.<br data-start="1424" data-end="1427" /> 28:16 – Coaching RBs at Stanford.<br data-start="1460" data-end= "1463" /> 32:22 – Experience in the interview process.<br data-start="1507" data-end="1510" /> 35:08 – Sharpening your tools as an offensive coach at Stanford.<br data-start="1574" data-end="1577" /> 37:13 – Returning to the Panthers as the WR coach.<br data-start= "1627" data-end="1630" /> 40:01 – Leaving a good impression on the people you work for.<br data-start="1691" data-end="1694" /> 41:58 – Returning to the college game as the RB coach at Notre Dame.<br data-start="1762" data-end="1765" /> 44:27 – Learning lessons from each head coach you work for.<br data-start="1824" data-end="1827" /> 47:31 – First opportunity as an Offensive Coordinator at Louisville.<br data-start="1895" data-end="1898" /> 51:45 – Involvement in the offense as a HC.<br data-start="1941" data-end="1944" /> 53:41 – Differences in interviews for Coordinator jobs.<br data-start="1999" data-end="2002" /> 55:04 – Hiring a staff as a first-time HC.<br data-start="2044" data-end="2047" /> 59:49 – Joining the AFCA’s Board of Trustees.</p> <div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW230574248 BCX0"> </div> <p class="" data-start="1471" data-end="1496">📢 <strong data-start= "1474" data-end="1493">Connect With Coach Taylor & WMU</strong>:</p> <ul data-start="1497" data-end="1763"> <li class="" data-start="1497" data-end="1569"> <p class="" data-start="1499" data-end="1569">Follow <strong data-start="1506" data-end="1522">Lance Taylor</strong>: <a class="" href="https://twitter.com/CoachLT39" target="_new" rel= "noopener" data-start="1524" data-end="1567">@CoachLT39</a></p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1570" data-end="1648"> <p class="" data-start="1572" data-end="1648">Follow <strong data-start="1579" data-end="1595">WMU Football</strong>: <a class="" href="https://twitter.com/WMU_Football" target="_new" rel="noopener" data-start="1597" data-end= "1646">@WMU_Football</a></p> </li> </ul> <p class="" data-start="1765" data-end="1900">💡 <strong data-start= "1768" data-end="1792">New Episodes Weekly!</strong> Follow, rate, and review the podcast to help us reach more listeners. Your support means the world to us.</p>
April 17, 2025
<p class="MsoNormal">This week on Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by Jim Nagy, the General Manager of Oklahoma Football. With 18 years of NFL scouting experience and a tenure as Executive Director of the Senior Bowl (2018–2024), Nagy brings a unique background to the Sooners.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">In this episode, Nagy shares his journey from discovering his passion for football to becoming a leader in the sport. Learn how he broke into the competitive world of NFL scouting, key traits he looked for in players, and how he’s adapting his pro-level experience to college football as Oklahoma’s GM.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';"> 💡</span> <strong>Key Topics Covered:</strong></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">When he knew football was his career path.</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Breaking into the NFL and thriving as a scout.</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Key characteristics of successful players.</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Leading the Senior Bowl and navigating leadership transitions.</li> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Vision and goals for Oklahoma Football.</li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';"> ⏱️</span> <strong>Episode Highlights:</strong><br /> 1:16 – Introduction<br /> 1:40 – Discovering a football career path<br /> 3:10 – Getting started in NFL scouting<br /> 7:44 – Early days as a scout<br /> 15:59 – Leading the Senior Bowl<br /> 22:19 – Becoming Oklahoma Football GM<br /> 26:00 – Adapting NFL experience to college football</p> <div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;" align="center"> <hr align="center" size="2" width="100%" /></div> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style= "font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';"> 📢</span> Follow Us for More:</strong><br /> Subscribe to Inside the Headset on your favorite podcast platform for weekly episodes featuring top names in coaching, scouting, and football leadership.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';"> 💬</span> <strong>Connect with Coach Nagy:</strong></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;"><strong>Jim Nagy:</strong> <a href="https://twitter.com/JimNagy_Sooners" target="_new">@JimNagy_Sooners</a></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style= "mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;"><strong>Oklahoma Football:</strong> <a href="https://twitter.com/OU_Football" target="_new">@OU_Football</a></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji';"> 📥</span> <strong>Don’t Forget:</strong> If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review and share it with your network—it helps more listeners discover our show!</p>
April 10, 2025
<p class="" data-start="220" data-end="560">This week on Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by <strong data-start="296" data-end="311">Tim Polasek</strong>, Head Coach of North Dakota State University Football. From his early days in coaching to leading the Bison to a <strong data-start="425" data-end="455">2024 National Championship</strong>, Coach Polasek shares his journey, lessons learned, and insights into building a championship culture.</p> <p class="" data-start="562" data-end="601">🔑 <strong data-start= "565" data-end="599">In This Episode, You’ll Learn:</strong></p> <ul data-start="602" data-end="832"> <li class="" data-start="602" data-end="651"> <p class="" data-start="604" data-end="651">How Coach Polasek started his coaching career</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="652" data-end="714"> <p class="" data-start="654" data-end="714">The challenges and rewards of coaching at different levels</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="715" data-end="772"> <p class="" data-start="717" data-end="772">The importance of balancing tradition with innovation</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="773" data-end="832"> <p class="" data-start="775" data-end="832">Key leadership lessons for aspiring coaches and players</p> </li> </ul> <p class="" data-start="834" data-end="1101">🏆 <strong data-start= "837" data-end="865">About Coach Tim Polasek:</strong><br data-start="865" data-end="868" /> Coach Polasek’s leadership earned him the <strong data-start="910" data-end="963">2024 AFCA FCS Region 4 Regional Coach of the Year</strong> honor after an incredible season at NDSU. His career is a masterclass in perseverance, adaptability, and creating a culture of success.</p> <p class="" data-start="1103" data-end="1131">📌 <strong data-start= "1106" data-end="1129">Episode Highlights:</strong></p> <ul data-start="1132" data-end="1405"> <li class="" data-start="1132" data-end="1188"> <p class="" data-start="1134" data-end="1188">3:27: Why Coach Polasek chose coaching as his career</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1189" data-end="1239"> <p class="" data-start="1191" data-end="1239">15:37: Building a championship culture at NDSU</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1240" data-end="1284"> <p class="" data-start="1242" data-end="1284">29:37: Balancing tradition with progress</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1285" data-end="1344"> <p class="" data-start="1287" data-end="1344">42:24: Navigating challenges as a first-time head coach</p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1345" data-end="1405"> <p class="" data-start="1347" data-end="1405">1:06: Reflecting on national success and personal growth</p> </li> </ul> <p class="" data-start="1407" data-end="1454">🔗 <strong data-start= "1410" data-end="1452">Follow Coach Polasek and NDSU Football</strong></p> <ul data-start="1455" data-end="1580"> <li class="" data-start="1455" data-end="1517"> <p class="" data-start="1457" data-end="1517">Twitter: <a class="" href="https://twitter.com/CoachTimNDSU" target="_new" rel= "noopener" data-start="1466" data-end="1515">@CoachTimNDSU</a></p> </li> <li class="" data-start="1518" data-end="1580"> <p class="" data-start="1520" data-end="1580">Twitter: <a class="" href="https://twitter.com/NDSUfootball" target="_new" rel= "noopener" data-start="1529" data-end="1578">@NDSUfootball</a></p> </li> </ul> <p class="" data-start="1582" data-end="1722">💬 <strong data-start= "1585" data-end="1611">Join the Conversation:</strong><br data-start="1611" data-end="1614" /> What’s your biggest takeaway from Coach Polasek’s journey? Share your thoughts and tag us on social media!</p> <p class="" data-start="1724" data-end="1938">🔥 <strong data-start= "1727" data-end="1756">Subscribe & Stay Updated:</strong><br data-start="1756" data-end="1759" /> Never miss an episode! Follow Inside the Headset on <a class="" href="#" rel= "noopener" data-start="1813" data-end="1825">Spotify</a>, <a class= "" href="#" rel="noopener" data-start="1827" data-end="1846">Apple Podcasts</a>, or your favorite podcast app. Drop a review or rating—it helps others discover the show.</p>
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