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On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews former NDSU quarterback great and three-time national champion Brock Jensen. The pair discuss what post-football life looks like and why he named his dog Frisco, how he went from education major to financial planner, and why he determined it was time to hang up the pads. Jensen shares how difficult leaving football is, why he recommends putting your identity in something beyond just your sport, and reminisces on his most memorable games at NDSU. Jensen talks about the pinch-me moment of being a guest picker on College Game Day, what makes the culture of NDSU Football so unique, and the intangibles of a good quarterback. He reveals why NDSU has developed a reputation of being ‘Quarterback U’, his advice to Trey Lance on navigating the pre-draft process, and the importance of accountability partners. Jensen analyzes  Valley Football alums making a big impact in the NFL, the financial advice he would give to all college football players, and jokes about finally getting to go to Bison tailgates, including whether the tailgates live up to the hype. The post MVFC First & Goal Podcast with former Bison standout quarterback Brock Jensen appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

  On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews Missouri Valley Football Commissioner Patty Viverito about the state of college football in Covid-19. Patty talks about her work on the NCAA Football Oversight Committee, answers whether she thinks we’ll play college football, and reveals what testing standards may look like in order to play. Patty speaks to the potential costs and challenges of testing, what the NCAA Chief Medical Officer is telling Division I commissioners, why we may see face shields for every player, and how the broadcasts will look different. She also shares which FBS conferences the MVFC is modeling, the financial burden on league institutions and their athletic departments, and the circumstances that would shut down a college football season, plus much more. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts The post MVFC First & Goal Podcast with MVFC Commissioner Patty Viverito appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews UND Head Football Coach Bubba Schweigert. The pair discuss how UND is getting creative in this time of Coronavirus, the takeaways from 7 spring football practices, and how being a former UND assistant has benefitted him now as UND's head coach. Schweigert shared why he’s looking forward to joining Valley Football, how the MVFC style of play has evolved since his time as SIU defensive coordinator, teaching beyond football, and the backstory behind his nickname ‘Bubba.’ The duo also visit about takeaways from UND’s playoff loss, the fighting hawks Netherlands recruiting pipeline, and how UND TE Hunter Pinke is inspiring his teammates and coaches. Schweigert also reflects on mentoring formers players turned assistants, how UND is addressing their road struggles, his love of onion sandwiches, and Schweigert's specialty on the grill. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts The post MVFC First & Goal Podcast with UND Head Football Coach Bubba Schweigert appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews new Missouri State Football Coach Bobby Petrino. The pair discuss improvising in the time of Coronavirus, the appeal of the MSU job, the biggest opportunity for offensive growth and breaking down each position group. Petrino shares the impact of growing up in a football family, on coaching with his son and son-in-law’s, and what he learned in his 14 months away from the game. Petrino reveals what he saw in Lamar Jackson that NFL critics did not, how he transforms programs into winners, how he faces life’s difficult moments, and why he’s a fun grandpa. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts The post MVFC First & Goal Podcast with MSU Head Football Coach Bobby Petrino appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews Doug Phillips, the new head football coach at Youngstown State. The duo discuss thriving in adversity and how the Penguins are handling Coronavirus. Phillips talks about his full-circle journey back to YSU, how the Penguins will differentiate themselves from other Valley teams, and the takeaways from coaching in three national championship games. Phillips shares the lessons he learned from Jim Tressel and on being out of football for 6+ years. Plus, he reveals some of his little known jobs, like driving a school bus and explains the power of relationships. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts The post MVFC First & Goal Podcast with YSU Head Football Coach Doug Phillips appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews longtime Valley official Roger Quinlan to discuss all things replay. Quinlan shares his recruitment to the replay booth, the requirements to be a replay official, the roles a replay booth consists of, the challenge and pressure of replay, and the biggest difference between a replay official and on-field official. The pair discuss the biggest misconceptions about replay, the difficulty of preparing for a high-tempo offense, the weekly preparation that goes into an upcoming game, what plays are considered reviewable, what equipment the Valley requires for replay, and how replay continues to grow. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts The post MVFC First & Goal Podcast w/replay official Roger Quinlan appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews Missouri State Athletic Director Kyle Moats about his role on the FCS Playoff Committee and process for deciding the 24-team FCS playoff field. Moats shares the FCS selection criteria, seeding process, the behind the scenes of evaluating teams from the start of the season to the final weekend, and the amount of games he watches. The pair discuss the balance of fighting for Valley football teams while being fair to other conferences, whether the final weekend of the regular season affects a bubble team, and the possibility of the Valley getting 5 teams into the postseason. Moats explains how the FCS playoff committee is emphasizing transparency, the learning curve for a first year committee member, on Frisco being a good home for the FCS title game, and what the  national championship game being moved to ABC means for the state of FCS football. Burke & Moats also discuss his 11 years as athletic director in Springfield, on what fans don’t see behind the scenes with Missouri State football, the Lady Bears Sweet 16 run, the process for finding & hiring coaches, and his straightforward approach to leadership. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts The post MVFC First & Goal Podcast w/FCS Playoff Committee Member & Missouri State Athletic Director Kyle Moats appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews first year Saluki Defensive Line Coach Chuka Ndulue. The two discuss his Nigerian heritage, convincing his Mom to let him play football, why SIU was the right fit, and finding success as a first-year defensive staff. Ndulue reminisces on his Oklahoma playing career and shares why he did not google SIU Head Coach Nick Hill for his job interview. The former Sooners standout reveals what he likes better about FCS football, how he connects with his players, and the intangibles he learned at Oklahoma and Nebraska that he’s brought to coaching in Carbondale. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts The post MVFC First & Goal Podcast w/SIU Defensive Line Coach Chuka Ndulue appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke and Bison 1660 radio host Keith Brake discuss the Valley Football race, following opening weekend of conference play. The pair weigh in on the biggest surprise, underestimating NDSU, the impact of freshman on the league, which Valley defense is most improved, whether Austin Simmons is a possible Walter Payton Award candidate, and who is the best running back in the MVFC. The duo look ahead to week two, share the biggest coordinator impact of the off-season, playoff implications for the Valley, and what position is most important to the success of a MVFC team, along with much more. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts The post Breaking Down the Valley Football Race w/Bison 1660 Host Keith Brake appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews SDSU Head Coach John Stiegelmeier, who talks about the role faith plays in his life, embracing individuality as a coach, the backstory behind his Twitter handle ‘holy nutmeg,’ and the 18 questions the SDSU staff asks recruits. Coach Stig also shares more on the weekly non-football meetings and family atmosphere the Jackrabbits have built, the program’s annual coaches-sons trip, his friendship with Illinois State Head Coach Brock Spack and the reason he makes lunch for his coaching staff every week. The duo also discuss proactive leadership, getting jump-hugs from his grandson, the mottos Coach Stig lives by, plus much more. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with South Dakota State Head Football Coach John Stiegelmeier appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke sits down with long-time NDSU Assistant A.D. for Athletic Performance Jim Kramer. Kramer is considered the training czar of NDSU’s football program and elaborates on his football training philosophy, the focus of NDSU summer workouts, and developing toughness. Kramer also shares how NDSU training benefits from long postseason runs, the Bison’s race to maturity, the role of flexibility and yoga, and why NDSU players have developed an edge late in games. Please note, this interview was recorded in June, as Bison players were beginning their summer workouts. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts About the show: Subscribe to First and Goal on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Podbean, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Go to https://youtu.be/sgA5PV-W8aA to watch today’s discussion on video! Get more information and content from the Missouri Valley Football Conference – just go to MVCPodcast.com to find the best subscribe option for you! Brought to you by LineupMedia.fm. The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with NDSU Assistant A.D. for Athletic Performance Jim Kramer appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews Illinois State all-conference long snapper Paul Monaco. The pair discuss playing college football, while serving on ISU’s Army ROTC unit. Monaco breaks down the nuances of being a long snapper, why the position is misunderstood, and why he decided to enlist in the military after his freshman year. Monaco shares his experience participating in the Bataan Death Memorial March and why it’s the toughest thing he’s ever been through, how playing football has helped his leadership skills in the military and vice versa, plus much more. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts About the show: Subscribe to First and Goal on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Podbean, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Go to https://youtu.be/IrdunR-r_oQ to watch today’s discussion on video! Get more information and content from the Missouri Valley Football Conference – just go to MVCPodcast.com to find the best subscribe option for you! Brought to you by LineupMedia.fm. The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with Illinois State All-MVFC Long Snapper & Army ROTC cadet Paul Monaco appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews new North Dakota State Head Football Coach Matt Entz. The two discuss his biggest eye-opening moment, integrating his new staff, developing deeper relationship with his offensive players, and the team’s biggest area of growth this spring. Entz also shares what Chris Klieman taught him about running a successful program, why the Bison’s practice structure is unique, the X-factor in NDSU’s on-going success, why vulnerability matters in coaching, and the impactful coaches in his development.  Entz talks about how he measures success as a husband and father, the importance of NDSU players being comfortable being uncomfortable, and the three traits the Bison coaching staff looks for in recruits, plus much more. About the show: Subscribe to First and Goal on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Podbean, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. G0 to https://youtu.be/VNUTvdrmdCg to watch today’s discussion on video! Get more information and content from the Missouri Valley Football Conference – just go to MVCPodcast.com to find the best subscribe option for you! The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with NDSU Head Football Coach Matt Entz appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews former WIU All-American DT Khalen Saunders. The pair discuss his preparations for the NFL Draft, how the NFL Combine lived up to his dream, becoming a first-time father, the influence of his Mom and how growing up in St. Louis shaped him. Saunders also shares where NFL teams plan to use him, the strangest question he’s been asked in the NFL interview process, how he got the nickname ‘Fat Kyrie’, how playing for 3 different college head coaches helped him, plus much more. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts About the show: Subscribe to First and Goal on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Podbean, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. G0 to https://youtu.be/rHnvECI0kM4 to watch today’s discussion on video! Get more information and content from the Missouri Valley Football Conference – just go to MVCPodcast.com to find the best subscribe option for you! The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with NFL Draft Prospect & WIU All-American Khalen Saunders appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews ASU Player Personnel Assistant Kyle Morgan. The duo discuss his role as a scout for the Sun Devils, how he evaluates talent, his week at the Senior Bowl, the importance of relationships, and his advice to NFL draft prospects and FCS players looking to get a chance at the next level. Kyle also shares why the pro model ASU football built with Herm Edwards has worked, the Sun Devils priorities for spring football,  how he turned his passion for football into a job, why he became a foster parent, and how he balances multiple jobs with seven kids. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts About the show: Subscribe to First and Goal on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Podbean, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Go to https://youtu.be/W5b5V5IhTVc to watch today’s discussion on video! Get more information and content from the Missouri Valley Football Conference – just go to MVCPodcast.com to find the best subscribe option for you! The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with ASU Player Personnel Assistant Kyle Morgan appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews former South Dakota QB turned CFL Winnipeg Blue Bombers rookie Chris Streveler. The duo discuss the adjustment to 12 man football and why the CFL was a good fit, keeping up with USD & Valley Football, and his personal insights playing for USD Coach Bob Nielson. Streveler also shares what he would change about the Walter Payton award process, his experience interning at the Sioux Falls Zoo and his next planned internship, the mental side of football, his advice to college seniors with pro football hopes, plus much more. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts About the show: Subscribe to First and Goal on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Podbean, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Go to https://youtu.be/ieQSHBmW1Gk to watch today’s discussion on video! Get more information and content from the Missouri Valley Football Conference – just go to MVCPodcast.com to find the best subscribe option for you! The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with CFL Quarterback Chris Streveler appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews Indiana State play-by-play voice and Digital Media Coordinator, Luke Martin. The pair discuss the frustration of Sycamore Football being left out of the playoffs, the team’s remarkable turnaround and belief factor, and Martin’s memorable end-of-the game call vs Western Illinois. Martin shares his influential broadcasting mentors, the different approaches he uses for calling multiple sports, what’s impressed him about Vicki Hall and the women's basketball staff, his unique coverage plans for the 40th anniversary basketball celebration of the 1978-79 team, navigating tough situations as a broadcaster, the keys to developing your own style, plus much more. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts About the show: Subscribe to First and Goal on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Podbean, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Go to https://youtu.be/TfPzTVFbxnI to watch today’s discussion on video! Get more information and content from the Missouri Valley Football Conference – just go to MVCPodcast.com to find the best subscribe option for you!   The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with Indiana State Play-by-Play Voice and Digital Media Coordinator Luke Martin appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews Milwaukee Brewers broadcaster Lane Grindle. The pair discuss Grindle’s upcoming Valley Football play-by-play debut, the Brewers NLCS run, iconic baseball broadcaster Bob Uecker's influence and the biggest lesson he’s learned from working with him, and making the transition from college sports to Major League Baseball. Grindle also shares how Husker fans made him a better broadcaster, his preparation for games, his Valley Football ties, and how his college track career and broadcasting opportunities at South Dakota helped his career. Grindle also opens up about balancing baseball with being a husband and father of four, as well as the role faith plays in his life. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts About the show: Subscribe to First and Goal on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Podbean, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Go to https://youtu.be/yP7BJlK1hww to watch today’s discussion on video! Get more information and content from the Missouri Valley Football Conference – just go to MVCPodcast.com to find the best subscribe option for you! The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with Milwaukee Brewers broadcaster Lane Grindle appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews retired coach and UNI Hall of Famer, Terry Allen. The all-time winningest Gateway Conference coach reflects on his recent UNI Hall of Fame induction and why his UNI teams were so successful, his relationship with former UNI and NFL QB Kurt Warner, his time at Missouri State football and decision to get out of coaching, and his new role with the Big 12. Allen elaborates on being one of the first teams to go to the tempo offense, why he got into the restaurant industry, what it’s like to have three Division I student-athlete children, his decision to forgo a medical career for coaching, his secret to a good marriage, his long-time friendship with Valley Football Commissioner Patty Viverito, and much more. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts About the show: Subscribe to First and Goal on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Podbean, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Go to https://youtu.be/tiqVa2siyCE to watch today’s discussion on video! Get more information and content from the Missouri Valley Football Conference – just go to MVCPodcast.com to find the best subscribe option for you! The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with retired coach and UNI Hall of Famer Terry Allen appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, Kelly Burke talks with SIU senior wide receiver Ralph Leonard. The two discuss growing up in SEC country, his winding journey to SIU, being a part of the Netflix series ‘Last Chance U,' his breakout game at Ole Miss and ensuing touchdown celebration mishap, gone viral. Ralph also shares his tips for being coachable, his relationship with former high school teammate turned Illinois State QB Brady Davis, how he's changing the narrative and much more. MVFC Football: @ValleyFootball Kelly Burke: @KellyBurkeSprts About the show: Subscribe to First and Goal on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Podbean, or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Go to https://youtu.be/hSa62Dz8v5o to watch today’s discussion on video! Get more information and content from the Missouri Valley Football Conference – just go to MVCPodcast.com to find the best subscribe option for you! The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with SIU Wide Receiver Ralph Leonard appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.