Best Pigskin Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 132: And There Were More Holdouts 30:55

2h ago30:55

30:55

It's an all new Pigskin Frenzy coming at you! Today, we talk about the last phase of offseason workouts and that is Mandatory Workouts. We discuss the latest updates on the holdouts of Mandatory Workouts, including Browns WR Amari Cooper, Jets Edge Haason Reddick, and Jets QB Aaron Rodgers. We also discuss the cover of the Madden NFL 25 video game …

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Carioca Drill, Its History and Impact on Football 14:32

1d ago14:32

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Discover the fascinating history of the carioca drill in football and its surprising origin as an exercise and conditioning drill for the gridiron. This video takes an in-depth look at how this unique drill has transitioned from a far-off place to the football practice field, showcasing its evolution and impact on the game. Join us as we unveil the…

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Trivia time 54:09

14h ago54:09

54:09

Enjoy some NFL trivia on Snap the Pigskin! Plus: Brady enters the Patriots Hall of Fame, Aaron Rodgers disappears, and more.By Noah Clark

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Episode 131: 2024 Conference Standing Projections: ACC 39:03

3h ago39:03

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It's an all new Pigskin Frenzy! Today, we go over our next round of Conference Standing Projections for the 2024 College Football season. We continue with the ACC. 17 members and only two can be in the ACC title game in December. Who do we have at 1 and 2? Who do we have winning the ACC? Find out now on this jam packed edition of Pigskin Frenzy!…

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Bury That Pass Rush With a Shovel with Guest Timothy Brown 14:40

1h ago14:40

14:40

Think shovel passes are just for checkdowns? Think again! This episode explodes common misconceptions about the shovel pass and reveals its potential as a weapon against a fierce defensive pass rush. You can find Tim's original Tidbit on this subject complete with images, at Slowing The Pass Rush With A Shovel Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch websit…

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When The New York Giants Got Strong 11:17

20m ago11:17

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Ken Strong's career was a spectacle of unparalleled versatility and dominance, spanning college and professional leagues. His record-breaking college days and championship performance with the New York Giants left an indelible mark on the game, earning him a place in both the College and Pro Football Halls of Fame. His journey wasn't just about foo…

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Unraveling the 1st NFL Controversy: What Really Happened 15:32

15h ago15:32

15:32

In the modern world of sports, controversy always seems to be brewing. Professional football has its share. Some arguments over 100 years old in the NFL are still debated today! Do you know what happened in the NFL's first considerable controversy? Stay tuned, and we will fill you in. Special Thanks to Ken Crippen and Greg Tranter for sharing their…

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Making Money 1:02:15

4d ago1:02:15

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What does Justin Jefferson's historic contract mean for the NFL? What can we expect to see with the Chicago Bears on Hard Knocks? Who are the worst players in the history of the NFL? The Snap the Pigskin crew ponders these questions and more.By Noah Clark

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Episode 130: New Contracts and Holdouts 31:44

1d ago31:44

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It's an all new Pigskin Frenzy! Today, we go over our latest OTA reports in the NFL with the Texans, Packers, and Saints. We also discuss the new deals for Vikings WR Justin Jefferson and 49ers RB Christian McCaffery. We also have the latest contract updates for Bengals WRs Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, as well as Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa, Cowbo…

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Episode 129: 2024 Conference Standing Projections: Group of Five 45:56

6d ago45:56

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It's an all new Pigskin Frenzy! Today, we start our first round of 2024 Conference Standing Projections in College Football. In this edition, we discuss who can be the highest ranked Group of Five champion and can secure the 12th seed in the College Football Playoff. Wanna know who we have at the top of the standings? Find out now on this episode o…

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Stagg's Final Game at Chicago with Guest Timothy Brown 18:11

7d ago18:11

18:11

Welcome back to Gridiron Ghosts! Today, we're turning the pages of college football history and heading back to a pivotal moment - the final game coached by the legendary Amos Alonzo Stagg at the helm of the University of Chicago Maroons. Stagg, a pioneer of the game, a man who literally wrote the rulebook, was at the reins for an incredible 41 sea…

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Celebrating Hap Moran an NFL NY Giants Legend 23:09

5d ago23:09

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Hap Moran was a force to be reckoned with on the gridiron. This video explores the life and career of the versatile halfback who left his mark on the New York Giants and the NFL. Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch website and the Sports Jersey Dispatch to see even more Positive football news! Sign up to get daily football history headlines in your ema…

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Worst coaches of all time 1:00:48

8d ago1:00:48

1:00:48

Noah and Sam make their cases for the worst coaches in the history of the NFL. Plus: overreactions from OTAs, the epidemic of Fanatics, and more.By Noah Clark

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Episode 128: Bengals, We Have Decisions To Make 31:25

8d ago31:25

31:25

It's an all new Pigskin Frenzy! Today, we discuss more OTAS with the latest on the Eagles, Falcons, and Titans. We also discuss the situation surrounding Jaguars K Brandon McManus. Also, the latest on the contract talks regarding Bengals WRs Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. You are not going to want to miss this exciting episode of Pigskin Frenzy!…

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Miracle! From a Crippling Childhood Accident to Running the Ball in the NFL, Leroy Collins 41:17

9d ago41:17

41:17

Welcome back, everyone, to another episode of Pigskin Dispatch! Today, we have a truly inspiring guest joining us. He's a former NFL running back, a motivational speaker, and a man who defied all odds. From facing a childhood where he was told he'd never walk again to overcoming that adversity and making it onto the professional football field, Ler…

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Episode 127: 2024 Spring Results: Arizona, Washington, Colorado, & Nebraska 44:20

11d ago44:20

44:20

It's an all new Pigskin Frenzy! Today, we conclude our Spring Football coverage in College Football with our last round of spring results. We talk about the springs of Arizona, Washington, Colorado, and Nebraska. You are not going to want to miss this jam packed edition of Pigskin Frenzy!By Joel Norris

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The Gridiron Draw Play Origin with Timothy Brown 19:46

11d ago19:46

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The Draw Play in football is still used as an element of surprise at all levels of football. It is also quite a common play choice when a team is in the unenviable position of third and really long as a way to garner some cheap, safe, and easy field position to set up the punting unit, Timothy Brown joins us to talk about the origins and the purpos…

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How The Giants Survived the Great Depression By Helping Others 15:29

12d ago15:29

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The Great Depression, a period of devastating economic hardship, began in the United States in 1929. Though its roots were complex, the stock market crash on Black Thursday (October 24, 1929) served as a grim trigger. This crash wiped out fortunes, leading to bank failures as people rushed to withdraw their savings. A silver lining came out of the …

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Episode 126: Leave It On The Field 35:52

20d ago35:52

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All new Pigskin Frenzy is coming at you! Today, we discuss the next phase of offseason workouts in the NFL with OTAs. We discuss the OTAs of the Chiefs, Lions, Bengals, Vikings, Jets, Jaguars, Dolphins, and Buccaneers. We talk about the contract status of QBs Trevor Lawrence and Tua Tagovailoa, OL Tristan Wirfs, and WR Justin Jefferson. We also dis…

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Remembering the Tuck Rule and the Play That Made It Infamous 16:57

16d ago16:57

16:57

The term "Tuck Rule games" evokes a singular moment in NFL history: the 2001 AFC Divisional Playoff game between the New England Patriots and the Oakland Raiders. A controversial officiating decision involving quarterback Tom Brady's Fumble, later known as the "Tuck Rule," significantly impacted the outcome, propelling the Patriots to victory and t…

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Episode 125: 2024 Spring Results: Texas, Oklahoma, USC, & Notre Dame 41:20

22d ago41:20

41:20

It's an all new Pigskin Frenzy! Today, we go over our latest round of Spring Football results, as we inch closer to the 2024 College Football season in a few months. We go over the spring results of Texas, Oklahoma, USC, and Notre Dame. You are not going to want to miss this jam packed episode of Pigskin Frenzy!…

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The Original Football TV Subscription Service with Timothy Brown 22:05

23d ago22:05

22:05

Calling all gridiron gurus! Ever wonder how fans first paid a premium to watch football on TV? Today, we have historian Timothy Brown joining us to delve into the forgotten era of early pay-per-view for America's favorite sport. Buckle up and get ready for a touchdown worth of knowledge! Tim's original Tidbit that generated this discussion is: Foot…

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Reliving the New York Giants Early Seasons Through Memorabilia with Jeff Payne 57:28

19d ago57:28

57:28

The celebration of the New York Football Giants' 100th season rolls on. We are in for a special treat in this 15th part of our series. Collector and Historian Jeff Payne brings some of his favorite NYG pieces to share some awesome gridiron history. Just a guy who loves football Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch website and the Sports Jersey Dispatch …

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On a tight schedule 1:06:58

27d ago1:06:58

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In the Season 2 premiere, the Snap the Pigskin crew discusses the exciting, distressing, and quirky qualities of the NFL schedule for the 2024 season. Which primetime matchups are the most anticipated? Which teams have the most favorable schedules? Which games have the potential to be highly impactful? Plus: Christmas games on Netflix, football tri…

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Episode 124: 2024 NFL Season Schedule Reaction 39:34

27d ago39:34

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It's an all new Pigskin Frenzy! Today, we react to the 2024 NFL season schedule. We discuss some of the key games throughout the season including top Week 1 matchups, Thanksgiving games, and International games. We discuss who has the toughest and easiest roads ahead this season. We also discuss why the Giants get tough outings every season and we …

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Episode 123: 2024 Spring Results: Michigan, Ohio State, Oregon, & Ole Miss 38:40

1M ago38:40

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All new Pigskin Frenzy is coming at you! Today, we continue our latest round of Spring Football results in College Football. We give our results on Michigan, Ohio State, Oregon, and Ole Miss. This episode is jam packed! So do not miss any of the College Football action right here on Pigskin Frenzy!By Joel Norris

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The Otto Graham Comic Books with Timothy Brown 17:29

25d ago17:29

17:29

Ever wonder what it's like to be a champion? To have nerves of steel and a winning arm? Then buckle up, because we're diving into the incredible story of Otto Graham... not just as a football legend, but as a comic book hero! That's right! Today, we're tackling touchdowns and thought bubbles as we explore this rare piece of football history. Was Ot…

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Gridiron Glory in the Shadow of War: Reliving the Unforgettable 1942 College Football Season 20:03

25d ago20:03

20:03

Fast forward to a time overshadowed by World War II, a time when the very soul of America was tested. Yet, amidst the chaos, an unlikely story unfolded on the gridiron – the 1942 college football season. This wasn't your typical year. Join us on this podcast adventure as we delve into a season unlike any other. Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch websi…

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What Happened To The NFL's Defunct Teams? 18:06

27d ago18:06

18:06

Have you ever wondered what happened to NFL teams that seem to have disappeared from memory? Some NFL teams have faded into obscurity despite once being prominent in the league, while others never really made it, though they were there at the beginning of the League. Here a look and quick summary at some of the more famous teams in this category. J…

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Episode 122: If You Think The Offseason Is a Quiet Period, Think Again 34:52

1M ago34:52

34:52

It's an all new Pigskin Frenzy! Today, we discuss the beginning of NFL offseason workouts with updates from the Bengals, Eagles, Bears, and Chiefs workouts. We also provide updates on the status and latest headlines on Chiefs WR Rashee Rice. Also, we talk about why the Titans could be a dark horse team in the AFC and NFL this season. If you think t…

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2024 Draft Recap 54:25

1M ago54:25

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Which teams had the biggest wins in the 2024 NFL Draft? What were the dumbest decisions made? What can be expected from the quarterbacks taken in the first round? The Snap the Pigskin crew break down all the major storylines of draft weekend.By Noah Clark

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Episode 121: 2024 Spring Results: LSU, South Carolina, UCF, & Georgia Tech 39:12

1M ago39:12

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It's an all new Pigskin Frenzy! Today, we go over our next round of Spring Results for Spring Football in College Football. We go over the Spring Results for LSU, South Carolina, UCF, and Georgia Tech. This is a jam packed episode! You are not going to want to miss anything right here on Pigskin Frenzy!…

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The Impact of the Michigan Punt Return of 1905 with Timothy Brown 15:50

1M ago15:50

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We travel back in time almost 120 years and revel in a phenomenal play that changed the course of history in the gridiron realm. Timothy Brown of Football Archaeology joins us to tell the saga of the 1905 Michigan Wolverines and Michigan's Goal Line Punt Return of 1905. Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch website and the Sports Jersey Dispatch to see e…

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Get in Shape the Football Way Conditioning, Burpees, and Oklahoma Drills 23:43

1M ago23:43

23:43

We are crossing the passion of loving football history with that of the desire to be in better shape, and voila, the inspiration of better health through using principles in football conditioning and the game's rich history. That is exactly what you will get some history behind conditioning of players from yesteryear and today and knowhow, and what…

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Episode 120: Frenzy's 2024 NFL Draft Winners and Losers 46:07

1M ago46:07

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All new Pigskin Frenzy is coming at you! Today, we give our final recap and thoughts of the 2024 NFL Draft. We also dive deep into teams draft classes and picks that seemed to be the right fit. Also, we give out our winners and losers of this year's NFL Draft. Who won and lost? Do not miss this edition of Pigskin Frenzy!…

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Episode 119: 2024 Spring Results: Alabama, Auburn, Clemson, & NC State 39:14

1M ago39:14

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It's an all new Pigskin Frenzy and we are ready to rock n roll with some Spring Football results in the land of College Football! We discuss the spring results for Alabama, Auburn, Clemson, and NC State. How do you think they did? You are not going to want to miss this jam packed edition of Pigskin Frenzy!…

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The History of Giving Out Game Balls with Timothy Brown 22:29

1M ago22:29

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The awarding of game balls to the best players after a contest is a practice that seems to be as old as the game itself. It is close, but it did have an origin after football was well established. Football Archaeology.com's Timothy Brown explains as he tells us about one of his recent Tidbits titled: A History of Game Balls Join us at the Pigskin D…

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The New York Football Giants First NFL Championship Season-1927 16:43

1M ago16:43

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The New York Football Giants' historic first NFL championship will blow your mind - you won't believe how and when they did it! Witness the historic moment when New York secured its FIRST-ever NFL championship win! Join us as we relive the excitement and glory of this monumental achievement in American football. From the thrilling plays to the jubi…

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Episode 118: 2024 NFL Draft Special 49:00

2M ago49:00

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It's an all new Pigskin Frenzy! Today is Draft Day and we got you covered with our 2nd annual Pigskin Frenzy NFL Draft Special! We dive deep in to the latest on top prospects going in to tonight and then we release our annual Round 1 Mock Draft! This is a jam packed special, so do not miss any of the action here on Pigskin Frenzy, before the Chicag…

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2024 Mock Draft Special 1:05:39

2M ago1:05:39

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Andy of NFLOutdated and Kedrick Stumbris of Sconnie Six Pack join Snap the Pigskin to make selections in the Snap the Pigskin Mock Draft for the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. See who gets selected and who gets snubbed!By Noah Clark

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Episode 117: 2024 Spring Outlooks: Arizona, Washington, Colorado, & Nebraska 44:30

2M ago44:30

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It's an all new Pigskin Frenzy! We go over our final round of Spring Outlooks for the 2024 Spring Football season in College Football. We give our outlooks on Arizona, Washington, Colorado, and Nebraska. You are not going to want to miss this jam packed edition of Pigskin Frenzy!By Joel Norris

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When Did the Football Huddle First Appear? Timothy Brown Explains 23:39

2M ago23:39

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The huddle, a ubiquitous feature of modern football, serves a crucial purpose: concealing play calls from the opposing team. But its origin story is far from today's high-tech headsets and complex plays. It's a tale of innovation born from necessity, showcasing the ingenuity of American football players in the early days. Timothy Brown of Football …

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The Football Legacy of Steve Owen 12:21

2M ago12:21

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Steve Owen's career in professional football spanned nearly three decades, leaving an indelible mark on the New York Giants and the game itself. He carved out a successful path as a player before transitioning into a legendary coach, forever etching his name in Giants' lore. Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch website and the Sports Jersey Dispatch to …

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2024 Draft Preview 1:15:34

2M ago1:15:34

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The Snap the Pigskin crew break down all the biggest stories of the upcoming NFL draft. How many quarterbacks will be drafted in the first round? Which teams will go for the big-name offensive linemen? Who will be the highest drafted player on the defensive side of the ball? Plus: worst Bears and Packers moments in our lifetime, NFL Trivia, and mor…

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Episode 116: Everything You Need, Should be Everything You Want 50:47

2M ago50:47

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It's an all new Pigskin Frenzy! We are one week away from the 2024 NFL Draft and we are going to discuss the needs for all 32 teams in this upcoming Draft. We also discuss the latest on extensions and signings, holdouts from voluntary workouts, and the latest on Chiefs WR Rashee Rice. It's a jam packed episode. So do not miss any of the action on P…

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Heisman to Hero or Bust? The NFL Fate of Top Overall Draft Picks Who Won the Heisman 21:30

2M ago21:30

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The Heisman Trophy recognizes the most outstanding college football player, while the NFL Draft's top overall pick signifies a team's belief in a player's future dominance. So, expectations soar when a Heisman winner becomes the number one pick. But does this translate to NFL greatness? Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch website and the Sports Jersey …

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Episode 115: 2024 Spring Outlooks: Texas, Oklahoma, USC & Notre Dame 41:08

2M ago41:08

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All new Pigskin Frenzy is coming at you! We are continuing with another round of Spring Outlooks for 2024 Spring Football in College Football. Today, we provide our outlooks on Texas, Oklahoma, USC, and Notre Dame as they gear up for their spring games this week. You are not going to want to miss this edition of Pigskin Frenzy!…

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Why Intentional Grounding was created? The Answer comes from Guest Timothy Brown 17:30

2M ago17:30

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Intentional Grounding is not something you see every game, especially in the NFL, where once a QB leaves the pocket, the foul becomes non-existent. The history of the foul is almost as old as the forward pas itself, and our Guest Timothy Brown has written about this football no-no in a recent Tibit titled: How Intentional Grounding Came to Pass Joi…

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The NFL's 1st Modern QB, Benny Friedman with Guest Larry Schmitt 47:25

2M ago47:25

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We have spoken about the history of early NFL Quarterback Benny Friedman and his impact on the Giants in the past. Today, we amp this up as Larry Schmitt shares the history of this player, his impact on the NFL, and the offensive style we see in the modern game. New York Giants historian. Writes/ research for Big Blue Interactive as well as the Gri…

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Pug Lund blurring the lines between dedication and devotion on the path to gridiron 8:54

2M ago8:54

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1930s University of Minnesota halfback Pug Lund may have been one of the toughest players in college football history. He was an efficient runner and willing to serve out crushing blocks to keep defenders away from offensive teammates, too. Pug once had a body part chopped off to improve his ability to help his team! His story is truly unique. Join…

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