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Scouting the League
All you need to know about all things football. Former NFL Scout, Rodrik David, along with founder of Inside the League, Neil Stratton, discuss all things football, with those deep in the industry. Scouting, analytics, salary cap, speed training and so much more. We ask the questions that the casual football fan may never think about with those that are and have been in the industry. If you want to know ball - this is the podcast for you.
Episodes
- Scouting the League
The Draft Room - Offensive Tackles
Dane Vandernat steps back into the Draft Room to talk Spencer Fano of Utah, Austin Barber of Florida and Isaiah World of Oregon. Who has the chance to ascend…
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Getting Better - No "Wasted Talent" with guest Sam Caucci
"Wasted Talent: How Greed, Exploitation and Promise of Future Work Failed Workers" Author Sam Caucci joins Neil and I to talk a changing of the work world…
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Get on the same page - the Scouting and Coaching Disconnect
Tell scouts what to scout and the good ones will be good. But when there is vagueness, changes or lack of communication coming from the Head Coach and GM -…
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The Title Problem- Who do I call?
Like much of the known world -AWS issues threw a wrench into plans yesterday. So enjoy the first of 2 episodes here today. I dive into the Title dilemma facing…
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The Draft Room - Wide Receivers
Brian Zeches is into the Draft Room to talk 3 receivers whom we may see in the 2026 NFL Draft Carnell Tate - Ohio State Antonio Williams - Clemson Denzel…
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That look in your eye - Keeping WKU at the top of the game with Zach Kramme
In the era of portal, NIL and keeping up with the changes - Western Kentucky continues to be a pipeline. How do they do it? Neil and I sit down with Director…
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What to do with my backup QB
32 ways to do things, which means debate no matter what you do. But what should teams be considering as they answer a question you never want to - what should…
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Crown 'em or Fire 'em - not so fast my friend
Whether you are ready to crown Liam Coen as a homerun hire or fire Aaron Glenn as a 1 and done coach - stop and take a breath. What signs should you be looking…
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The Faith and Friday Wrap - October 19th, 2025
Preview Neil Stratton and Inside the League's Friday Wrap and jumpstart your weekend with a faith segment on John 10 - Jesus, the Good Shepherd. @NFL @NFLDraft…
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Player to Packer - A Scouting Journey with Brandian Ross
Player to Scout - a more and more common route into the NFL - and running through the Packer Pipeline is a great way to go. Neil Stratton sits down with…
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Personality and Culture - does your team have it?
A culture is more than a saying - more often than not, a culture is a direct reflection of the Head Coaches Personality. So, is your team's personality…
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The Faith and Friday Wrap - October 3rd, 2025
Yes....I know I said September..... 1 Peter Chapter 4 @NFL @NFLDraft @FansFirstSN @Pro_FB_Insiders @Jaguars @Texans @Titans @Colts @Raiders @Chiefs @Broncos…
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The answer to Diversity and Nepotism Hires
The answer to solving a problem that should not be there is much more simple than you think..... @NFL @NFLDraft @FansFirstSN @Pro_FB_Insiders @Jaguars @Texans…
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The Transformation of College Football - more than a great book title with Ethan Young
Whether we like it or now, College Football is changing. Those programs that change with it will certainly have an advantage. Ethan Young of the 33rd Team…
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Hire the best people! - Full Stop - End the Diversity Programs
The growing number of diversity hiring programs across the NFL (and corporate America) is only leading to a less able work staff. No NFL Team has ever built…
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Own the Program - QB's please step up + Faith from Friday
Coach to QB communication is awesome for the game of football, but when it is completely relied on, it makes QB's less able to handle the most intense moments…
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Soapbox Thursday - too much noise!
Rodrik steps up onto a soapbox to try and quiet some of the noise (not sure it will help) of this in the football space that are getting out a little over…
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Shining a light on early season football, scouting visits, agents and more
Neil and Rodrik go 1 on 1 today to discuss where we are at with early season NFL and NCAA action - surprises and expectations. Plus, the portal changes and…
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The Buckets List - a tool in the evaluation toolbox
Using buckets to help narrow in on, differentiate and evaluate players is a growing trend among NFL teams. So, do as the teams do - and use buckets to help…
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Things are never......trendlines and patience
Things are never as bad, or as good, as they may seem at the moment. Practice patience, evaluate everything and follow your trendlines before you overreact or…
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The Faith and Friday Wrap - September 19th, 2025
Preview Neil Stratton's Inside the League Friday Wrap and get a quick shot of faith and a word from the Book of Acts. @NFL @NFLDraft @FansFirstSN…
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Improve Performance, Sleep Better - The Inactive Company
Burning the candle at both ends is a badge of honor, part of the culture that is football at the highest levels. So when you do sleep, it has to be of the…
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People are currency, checks and balances and Roll Tide with Eron Hodges
It does not matter where you have been, or where you are planning on going, the people you meet along the way. Neil and I sit down with Associate Director of…
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Cap considerations, narrowing the analytics gap and QB play with Sports Info Solutions
Neil Stratton takes the reins for today's conversation with Matt Manocherian and Bruce Rossler of Sports Info Solutions. They dive into conversations on rookie…
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Head Coaching traits, Hot Seats and QB controversy
Here on Scouting the League, Neil and I have talked about those traits that are more and more coveted for high level front office hires; but, what traits…
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The Faith and Friday Wrap - September 12, 2025
Neil brings you the preview of his must-have Inside the League Friday Wrap from the road and Rodrik dives into faith in a week where it is much needed. @NFL…
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The Draft Room - Corners - w/ Fran Duffy
Pass rushers are sexy to talk about - but you still need some dudes to cover. Today we jump into the Draft Room with Fran Duffy of All City to talk top players…
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A GM in an analytics world - w/ John Idzik
The role of a GM, at the college and NFL, has certainly evolved. From players, to coaches, media and expectations. Among the many reasons is analytics. Neil…
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Sunday to Sunday - A week in an NFL building
The intensity of a week in an NFL building is hard to quantify; routine is good, comfort is not. But what goes into each day and how does a scout get through?…
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Unacceptable in Chapel Hill, scouting restrictions and week 1 NFL
Scouts have a job to do, let them do it. What the GOAT of a HC is doing in Chapel Hill is far from that. So today, I dive in on scouting restrictions, the…
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The Faith and Friday Wrap - September 5th, 2025
The Friday Wrap preview brought to you this week by Rodrik David. Get the inside scoop on the NFL Agent exam and more in Neil Stratton's Full Friday Wrap. Make…
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NFL Kickoff - Storylines for days
There is never a Sunday in the NFL without a plethora of storylines - and week 1 is storylines on steroids. From the Thursday Night opener to the Monday night…
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The NFL Draft - an early look at 2026 with Jordan Reid
While the overreactions are going to come with week 1 (and Zero) performances, the real scouts are going to take their time evaluating. And one of those who…
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The Draft Room - Edges - with Dane Vandernat
Premium positions get paid - and go high in the NFL Draft. Dane Vandernat joins me to discuss edge rushers Derrick Moore of Michigan, Joshua Josephs of…
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Pump the brakes and let them play - College Scouting Kickoff
Week 1 (and Zero) are almost in the books and with games in 2025 now done, the opinions come flying out. Whether is is Texas, LSU, Clemson or any single player…
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The Friday Wrap - August 29th, 2025
Neil previews his Inside the League Friday Wrap. @NFL @NFLDraft @FansFirstSN @Pro_FB_Insiders @Jaguars @Texans @Titans @Colts @Raiders @Chiefs @Broncos…
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Critical Thinking Roster Decisions and Workout Time
Even when you may not agree with a roster decision, critically thinking about the decision will probably help you understand the why. So instead of getting mad…
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Make Better Decisions - in the Draft and every day life - with guest Annie Duke
Every decision you make has consequences, some big and some small. But outcome bias, luck and so many other factors can cloud whether each decision is the best…
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The Draft Room - Defensive Line - With Brian Zeches
Jump into the Draft Room and talk Defensive Linemen with former scout Brian Zeches. Today we talk Tyreak Sapp of Florida, Mikail Kamara of Indiana and Gracen…
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The Senior Bowl Spotlight with new Executive Director Drew Fabianich
The new Executive Director of the Panini Senior Bowl joins Neil and I to talk his background, scouting, being a College GM and now running the premier all star…
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The Friday Wrap - August 22nd, 2025
Get an early preview of Neil Stratton's Friday Wrap - the football newsletter you need to get. @NFL @NFLDraft @FansFirstSN @Pro_FB_Insiders @Jaguars @Texans…
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Keep good notes - scout better
Keeping good notes on the road, in the building and in everything you do will keep you ahead of the game. How you keep those notes is up to you - but - you…
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East-West Shrine Bowl and the push for #1 with Eric Galko
The East West Shrine Bowl continues to make its mark on the NFL scouting community as not just the players make the game so good, but everything leading up to…
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1 week to cutdowns - how NFL Teams get to 53
Perhaps the most brutal few days for scouts in the NFL, going from 90 to 53. Whether you are a scout in the building making the phone calls or you are a scout…
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Evaluating Rookie QB's - Sanders, Gabriel, Brosmer and more
Get REAL Scouting insight on how some of these Rookie NFL QB's have looked this pre-season. @NFL @NFLDraft @FansFirstSN @Pro_FB_Insiders @Jaguars @Texans…
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The Friday Wrap - August 15th, 2025
When life gets in the way, you adjust and keep going. So on today's Friday wrap, get ready for adjustment and keep on scouting. @NFL @NFLDraft @FansFirstSN…
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NFL Practice Squads - what you need to know
Getting the 53 right is one thing, getting into the weeds of the practice squad is where real NFL evaluation begins. I break down the ins and outs of practice…
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Symposium, networking, preseason - all football all the time
1 week removed from the 2025 Recruiting and Personnel Symposium gives Neil and I a chance to digest every element of Nashville. From best practices for…
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College Rosters and draftable talent
Whether your roster has 1 NFL draft pick or 14, trying to get through the weeds to find them is what scouting is all about. @NFL @NFLDraft @FansFirstSN…
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Pre-season plans change - so now what?
Injuries during practice and lost reps when a game ends early. Decisions come fast and furious during the NFL pre-season, so what do you have to consider. @NFL…
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The Friday Wrap - August 8th, 2025
Neil Stratton recaps the 2025 Recruiting and Personnel Symposium alongside everything else in the football world you need to know. @NFL @NFLDraft @FansFirstSN…
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Symposium Wrap Up - Now the real work begins
The 2025 Personnel and Recruiting Symposium was a massive success. Now the real work begins. Whether it is now networking, putting into practice new things…
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Improving performance from the ground up - w/ guest Stuart Jenkins
It does not matter the major sport, NFL, MLB, NBA, MLS - performance starts from your feet and goes from there. Getting the right shoes is important - but…
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Day 2 Wrap at the 2025 Personnel and Recruiting Symposium
Neil and I wrap a packed Day 2 from Nashville. @NFL @NFLDraft @FansFirstSN @Pro_FB_Insiders @Jaguars @Texans @Titans @Colts @Raiders @Chiefs @Broncos @Chargers…
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Live from Nashville - 2025 Recruitng and Personnel Symposium
Live from Nashville and the 2025 Recruiting and Personnel Symposium. Catch up on all the happenings at the Symposium as well as highlights from speakers Ryan…
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The Friday Wrap - August 1st, 2025
Neil Stratton previews his full Friday Wrap with what you need to know. Sign up for the free newsletter at Neil's X Page. @NFL @NFLDraft @FansFirstSN…
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NFL Hall of Fame Game - What to really look for
Football is back, well, sort of. The 2025 NFL HOF game is tonight between the Lions and Chargers and there will be plenty of scouting happening. But, do not…
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NFLPA Hot Water and the spigot is still on - guest Kalyn Kahler
Unless you have been under a rock, you have likely heard, and perhaps even read, that the NFLPA has a few issues to deal with. NFL Training Camps kicking off…
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Networking, Relationships and Finding a way in
It is not always what you know - but who you know. So, get ready to expand your network as we talk Recruiting and Personnel Symposium and what you should do as…
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Pre-Season Snaps and Some Big Names Coming soon
The Chargers may be playing coy, but I am not expecting any starters to play. Why does that matter? Plus, big names and big guests changing the game coming…