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The Play Caller's Club

Dan Casey, Rashad Bates, Jake Hubenakcoachdancasey.com
Curating and Highlighting the best of Offensive Football from the NFL, College and High School.
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Jeff Nixon: Pro-Style Offense in the ACC | PCC - 043

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 early inspirations, experiences in the NFL, and the development of his offensive philosophy. He emp...

Mar 18, 202534 minSeason 1Ep. 43

Tim Plough: Developing an Offensive Identity | PCC - 042

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 journey, coaching philosophy, and the legacy of UC Davis football. They explore the importance of creative control in offens...

Mar 05, 202544 minSeason 1Ep. 42

Discussing Situational Football | PCC - 041

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.instagram.com/coachdancasey Chapters 00:00 Situational Football: Chiefs vs. Bills Breakdown 14:57 Ravens...

Nov 20, 202458 minSeason 2Ep. 41

Underrated Offensive Play Callers | PCC - 040

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 innovative strategies and effective player utilization. The conversation emphasizes the importance o...

Nov 06, 202450 min

The Revival of Running the Football | PCC - 039

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 NFL, exploring the balance between elite quarterbacks and building strong rosters.Chapters00:00 Int...

Oct 31, 202457 min

You should release your RB through the B-Gap on a Wheel Route. | PCC - 038

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. Additionally, he mentions the importance of quarterbacks diving instead of sliding for better protection an...

Sep 11, 202433 min

A great Coaching Staff doesn't panic. | PCC - 037

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 immense joy and a sense of catharsis.USC's victory over a physical SEC team showcased their impressiv...

Sep 05, 202448 min

Shifts, Motions and Tempo | PCC - 036

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 motions, as well as the combination of tempo and motion in offensive strategies.Chapters00:00 The...

Aug 26, 202427 min

Transfer QB's and their Play Callers | PCC - 035

In this episode, Coach Dan Casey and Jake Hubenak discuss several transfer quarterbacks and their play-callers for the 2024 season. They start by talking about Cam Ward transferring from Washington State to Miami and how his relationship with play-caller Shannon Dawson will pan out. They also discuss Dillon Gabriel at Oregon and his fit in Will Stein's offense. The conversation then moves to Riley Leonard at Notre Dame and the impact of offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock. Finally, they discu...

Aug 19, 20241 hr 4 min

SMU’s Rhett Lashlee on QB’s & Play Callers | PCC - 034

Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 17,000+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday"The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIlaIf you want more information on "The Ultimate Guide to Empty" you can find it here: https://www.coachdancasey.com/the-ult...Coach Dan Casey: https://www.coachdancasey.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CoachDanCaseyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachdancaseyCoach Rashad Bates:...

Mar 21, 202440 min

Gameplanning with Oregon OC Will Stein | PCC - 033

We sat down with Oregon OC to talk about his journey playing High School football for legendary High School Coaches Bob Beatty and Andrew Coverdale at Trinity High School in Louisville, KY to coaching TXHSFB all the way to becoming the Offensive Coordinator at the University of Oregon.We talked about Gameplanning, scripting plays, Sideline vs. Booth and the QB/Play Caller Dynamic.Hope you enjoy this episode!Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 15,500+ Offensive C...

Feb 27, 202444 min

Should a Head Coach give up Play Calling? | PCC - 032

There is a big debate in Coaching Circles about the “CEO” Head Coach vs. the “Play Caller” Head Coach. We jumped into a discussion about how coaches should handle the question: Should a Head Coach give up Play Calling?Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 15,500+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday"The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIlaIf you want more information on "The Ultimate Guide to Empty" you...

Feb 08, 202458 min

Saban & Belichick: End of an Era | PCC - 031

We sat down to discuss the massive coaching changes in both the NFL and College Football.Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 15,000+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday"The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIlaIf you want more information on "The Ultimate Guide to Empty" you can find it here: https://www.coachdancasey.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-emptyCoach Dan Casey: https://www.coachdancasey.com/ ...

Jan 17, 20241 hr 3 min

Coaching the 2-Minute Drill | PCC - 030

I sat down for a Quick Q&A on a wide range of topics. How we structure 2-Minute Drill Schematically. How I use 90-Day Sprints for Off-Season Productivity. Navigating the new Landscape of QB Recruiting. Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 14,000+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday"The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIlaIf you want more information on "The Ultimate Guide to Empty" you can fi...

Dec 23, 202339 min

A Growth Mindset to improve your Football IQ | PCC - 029

With half of the Quarterbacks in College Football transferring, you find out quickly which guys know football and which guys just learned the system.If you are a HS Quarterback, you need foundational football knowledge!The Terminology changes, but the Concepts are the same.That's a huge part of what we’re trying to provide with everything we do here.Foundational Football Knowledge that you can apply to any context you find yourself in.In the current landscape, you don't get 2-3 years to learn...

Dec 12, 202353 min

Good Coaches get hired. Good Coaches get fired. | PCC - 028

We talk about Mike Elko to Texas A&M and Sean Lewis to San Diego State. We also talk about maintaining your confidence as a coach when things aren’t going well.Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 13,000+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday"The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIlaIf you want more information on "The Ultimate Guide to Empty" you can find it here: https://www.coachdancasey.com/the-u...

Nov 30, 202352 min

What I learned this season. | PCC - 027

We just wrapped up our season and I talk about some of the lessons I learned calling plays this year. I also talk about Michigan sign-stealing and embracing technology in football.Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 11,500+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday"The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIlaIf you want more information on "The Ultimate Guide to Empty" you can find it here: https://www.coachda...

Nov 10, 202341 min

Geoff Collins on Defensive Play Calling | PCC - 026

We sat down with the “Minister of Mayhem” Geoff Collins to talk about his experience calling defensive plays. Hope you enjoy!Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 11,500+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday"The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIlaIf you want more information on "The Ultimate Guide to Empty" you can find it here: https://www.coachdancasey.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-emptyCoach Dan Casey:I...

Oct 23, 202351 min

The Mid-Season Play Caller Draft | PCC - 025

We draft our favorite Play Caller’s from the first half (or quarter) of the College Football and NFL Season!Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 11,500+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday"The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIlaIf you want more information on "The Ultimate Guide to Empty" you can find it here: https://www.coachdancasey.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-emptyCoach Dan Casey:IG: https://www.in...

Oct 12, 20231 hr 29 min

Installing an Offense + Creating a Call Sheet | PCC - 024

Dan does a Q&A Podcast answering questions about installing an offense and building a call sheet for gameday. Let us know what you want more Q&A episodes in the future!Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 11,500+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday"The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIlaIf you want more information on "The Ultimate Guide to Empty" you can find it here: https://www.coachdancas...

Oct 04, 202357 min

Underrated Undefeated Quarterbacks | PCC - 023

Long Show! Welcome to Episode 23 where we run down the week in College Football and the NFL. We talk about how impressed we are with Washington State and Kansas. We also talk about the creativity of Mike McDaniel’s Run Game for the Miami Dolphins. Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 11,500+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday"The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIlaIf you want more information o...

Sep 26, 20231 hr 38 min

Bryan Harsin on becoming a Play Caller at 29-years old | PCC - 022

Welcome to Episode 22 where we sit down with Bryan Harsin. We talk about his journey from Quarterback to Coach. Working for Chris Petersen at Boise State. Working for Mack Brown at Texas. Becoming a first time head Coach at Arkansas State, and on to Boise State and Auburn. He shares his philosophy behind designing and installing an offense as well as the unique game-planning structure he honed with Chris Petersen at Boise State.0:00 - Intro0:54 - Part 1: Breaking in to Coaching11:44 - Part 2:...

Sep 22, 20231 hr 2 min

Who has the most efficient Offense in the NFL? | PCC - 021

Welcome to Episode 21 where we talk about the best things we’re seeing in Offensive Football from the first two weeks of the NFL Season.0:00 - Intro0:43 - Part 1: Dolphins & Patriots6:39 - Part 2: Todd Monkey & the Baltimore Ravens13:43 - Part 3: Tampa Bay Bucs18:18 - Part 4: Philadelphia Eagles26:04 - Part 5: Stats vs. Performance30:20 - Part 6: Washington Commanders35:39 - Part 7: San Francisco 49ers & LA RamsEvery morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 10,...

Sep 20, 202350 min

Finding your Offensive Identity in the SEC | PCC - 020

Welcome to Episode 20 where we talk about the ups and downs of SEC offenses and what to expect moving forward.0:00 - Intro0:43 - Part 1: A quick SEC Rundown8:50 - Part 2: The “Dash Concept”13:20 - Part 3: Pre-Snap Shifts & Motions24:26 - Part 4: Changing your Offense Mid-Season30:26 - Part 5: Coaching is Problem Solving32:46 - Part 6: The Renaissance of the Tight End38:06 - Part 7: The Alabama QB Battle46:36 - Part 8: Shoutouts!Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” ema...

Sep 19, 202353 min

PAC-12 Dominance + NFL Week 1 | PCC - 019

0:00 - Intro0:43 - Part 1: The Pac-12 is so good this year12:10 - Part 2: Chargers vs. Dolphins20:47 - Part 3: Rams & 49ers look strong25:31 - Part 4: Anthony Richardson’s Debut30:30 - Part 5: Press Taylor is calling plays for the JaguarsEvery morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 10,800+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday"The Play Caller's Club" Notebook: https://amzn.to/3JUEIlaIf you want more information on "The Ulti...

Sep 12, 202343 min

Texas & Miami are back? | PCC - 018

Welcome to Episode 18 where we talk about the Play Calling at Texas leading to a huge win in Tuscaloosa. We also talk about the new look Miami Hurricanes with Play Caller Shannon Dawson. 0:00 - Intro1:15 - Part 1: Texas vs. Alabama14:20 - Part 2: Tulane vs. Ole Miss14:41 - Part 3: Is the clock forcing coaches to change their strategy?29:50- Part 4: Texas A&M vs. MiamiEvery morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 10,800+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join...

Sep 11, 202349 min

Good Offense and Bad Offense from Week 1 | PCC - 017

Welcome to Episode 17 where we talk about disappointing offensive performances from Clemson and Texas Tech. We also talk about Head Coach/Play Caller Dynamics. We finish it up by previewing Week 2! 0:00 - Intro0:43 - Part 1: Round up of Week 1 Offense25:45 - Part 2: Head Coach/Play Caller Dynamics (Dabo & Garrett Riley)33:54 - Part 3: Tulane looks GOOD39:00- Part 4: Who are we watching Week 2?Every morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 10,800+ Offensive Coaches...

Sep 08, 202349 min

Transfer QB’s are the Kings of Week 1 | PCC - 016

Welcome to Episode 16 where we talk about Colorado and Texas State pulling off massive upsets on the road. We also talk about our love affair with Washington’s Pass Game and how good the Pac-12 is on Offense this year! 0:00 - Intro1:16 - Part 1: Colorado and Texas State19:40 - Part 2: Washington’s Offense with Michael Penix Jr.30:00 - Part 3: Florida State/LSU - Alex Atkins has them rolling!40:05 - Part 4: Formation Trends we’re seeing Nub Trips & TE/WingEvery morning at 5:29am CST I...

Sep 07, 202349 min

USC & Notre Dame have good Quarterbacks | PCC - 015

Welcome to Episode 15 where we talk about what USC and Notre Dame are doing offensively to kick off the 2023 Season. 0:00 - Intro2:23 - Part 1: Sam Hartman and Notre Dame’s Offense under Gerard Parker16:42 - Part 2: Caleb Williams and USC’s Offense under Lincoln Riley38:12 - Part 3: Preview of Week 1 MatchupsEvery morning at 5:29am CST I send out a “One Play a Day” email to 10,800+ Offensive Coaches & Educated Fans. Join here: https://tinyurl.com/oneplayaday"The Play Caller's Club" N...

Aug 29, 202357 min
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