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Touchdowns and tangents chatted with OSU T Dawand Jones, TCU G Steve Avila, Tenn OT Darnell Wright, Tenn DE Byron Young, ND Edge Isaiah Foskey, Louisville QB Malik Cunningham, Kentucky DB Keidron Smith, Coastal Carolina NT Jerrod Clark, BSU S JL Skinner, Oregon DE DJ Johnson, Stanford WR Michael Wilson and Sac St. Defender Marte Mapu and many more in Alabama. Check it out here and on touchdownsandtangents.com.
33 prospects in the 2023 draft were interviewed over the course of the week in Vegas while Kenneth covered the East West Shrine Game. Enjoy their stories & process as these players balance practice, playbooks, meetings with coaches, scouts, agents, family, eating & getting rest on their road to the 2023 NFL Draft. 1. Utah LB Mo Diabate. 2. Louisiana EDGE Andre Jones. 3. EDGE/LB Florida Brenton Cox Jr. 4. Washington OL Jaxson Kirkland. 5. Former USC/Oregon RB Travis Dye. 6. Arizona State RB Xazavian Valladay. 7. North Carolina State LB Drake Thomas. 8. UCLA WR/RB Kazmeir Allen. 9. Tennessee TE Princeton Fant. 10.Appalachian State QB Chase Brice. 11. UCLA WR Jake Bobo. 12. UCLA QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson 13. Boston College receiver Zay Flowers. 14. Jackson State WR Dallas Daniels. 15. TCU CB Tre'Vius Hodges-Tomlinson. 16. Boise State Safety Tyreque Jones. 17. San Jose State D-Lineman Viliami Fehoko. 18. Boise State O-Lineman John Ojukwu. 19. Kansas O-lineman Earl Bostick. 20. Clemson O-Lineman Jordan McFadden. 21. Maryland O-Lineman Spencer Anderson. 22. Fresno State RB Jordan Mims. 23. Tennessee LB Jeremy Banks. 24. Houston FB/DL/LB Derek Parish. 25. Minnesota QB Tanner Morgan. 26. Clemson WR Joseph Ngata. 27. Fresno State WR Jalen Moreno-Cropper. 28. South Carolina State WR Shaq Davis. 29. Arkansas WR Jadon Haselwood. 30. UCLA O-lineman Jon Gaines. 31. Florida WR Justin Shorter. 32. Michigan TE Luke Schoonmaker. 33. Boise State DT Scott Matlock.
We got bonus interviews from the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl week. University of Incarnate Word wide receiver Taylor Grimes had an outstanding career at the small yet incredibly successful Texas college. He spoke on his relationship with QB Lindsey Scott Jr, the NFL concepts of the UIW record-setting offense as well as his stance of Whataburger vs In N Out. UCLA tight Michael Ezeike spoke on what it meant to have one last game in the Rose Bowl, his 3td catch performance against USC, the UCLA tight end lineage and where he resides in the Whataburger vs In N Out debate. Penn State QB Sean Clifford talked about his favorite throw, the back shoulder fade and how well he worked with the receivers while in Pasadena. He also learned a lot from NFLPA teammate in Louisiana running back Chris Smith II. Speaking of Chris Smith II, the Mississippi native is writing a book on his life in Mississippi & Louisiana. He feels everyone has a story to tell whether you make it big or not. He's also spoke with writer of “All American” and former Oregon linebacker Spencer Paysinger. The former Super Bowl-winning linebacker gave Smith II some advice on how to structure his ideas & storytelling process. He was teammates with potential 1st round pick in offensive guard O'Cyrus Torrence. He & Torrence were roommates before the now-Florida Gator and current Gators head coach Billy Napier left. Smith gave his breakdown of Mississippi food options and top options to eat in Louisiana.
Touchdowns and tangents was live from the Rose Bowl for the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl. Checkout their game day and day 3 of practice coverage here. Pete and Nikki chatted with head coach Jeff Fisher, South Dakota Kicker Eddie Ogamba, Oregon DT Jordan Riley and East Carolina QB Holton Ahlers post the 17-19 American team win. They also chatted with Kent St. QB Adrian Martinez, OU DB CJ Colden, Tulane DB Macon Clark, Eastern Michigan OL Sidy Snow, App State OL Cooper Hodges, and FSU TE Camren McDonald leading into the game.
On the second day of NFLPA Bowl Collegiate practice I spoke with Fresno State Bulldog EDGE David Perales about how he feels being back in Pasadena after getting a win over UCLA and finishing his career as Jimmy Kimmel Bowl LA Bowl Champions. He jokes about the Boise State rivalry & what school has the right to be called the best Bulldog. Jackson State CB Isaiah Bolden spoke on the impact JSU's rise had on other players here in Pasadena. He also confirmed that Coach Prime's hatred of back flaps on defensive backs is very real which is why he's rocking his now. He's like his production during the week & against the receivers. Boise State defensive lineman Scott Matlock has been noticeably dominant at times & shown a lot of versatility. He spoke on the benefits of having former Boise State Bronco linebacker Andy Avalos as his head coach. Appalachian State OL/OG talked about the lineage of players who have made it to the NFL & different ways coaches teach offensive line play. Rose Bowl-winning QB Sean Clifford has enjoyed his time in Pasadena, can't wait to join his former Nittany Lion teammates in the NFL. He also wasn't surprised LB's Micah Parsons & Odafpe Oweh ran sub 4.3 40s at their pro days. Follow Kenny at @Ozogrande and Touchdowns and Tangents @Tds_Tangents
The National practiced first. Clemson wide receiver Joseph Ngata is a big-bodied vertical threat. He made some great contested catches but felt he could've dominated more. Record-setting Louisville QB Malik Cunningham spoke on his performance at practice, his Louisville legacy, following Lamar Jackson's production & the pro-style concepts of Louisville's offense. Walter Payton Award winner Lindsey Scott Jr set records after transferring from Nicholls State by way of LSU. In his only season at Incarnate word he lead the school on its deepest playoff run ever, one game shy of the FCS National Championship Game. He threw for 60 touchdowns & ran for 11 more. He spoke on the pro style concepts of the UIW offense and how the production isn't due to gimmicks or a multitude of bubble screens. FCS Second-Team All American Linebacker/nickel Marte Mape of Sacramento State is from Hawthrone, Calif, attended Hawthrone high & also won Big Sky Defensive Player of the Year. Mape spoke on what it means to be one of the few players from Hawthorne to make it this far to Pasadena & the NFL in general. He also stated why so many kids from Hawthrone don't go to Hawthrone High & how local kids branch out & go other places. He finished up with a look back on his Sacramento State career & how he's handling defensive adjustments throughout the week.
10th-ranked USC haven't beaten the Stanford Cardinals at Stanford since September 2014. Will that streak end today? Tap in with Touchdowns and Tangents on all streaming platforms, like and subscribe on iTunes and go to our website www.touchdownsandtangents.com
Kenny covered USC's pro day on April 5th & All-American receiver Drake London's individual pro day on April 15th. Drake London didn't run his 40 because he didn't start running until a week before the NFL Combine at about six miles per hour from his fractured ankle in October. He field work was great and he is pretty much guaranteed to be a first round pick. Drake Jackson could go from the first to third round but mostly 1st-2nd is his range due to this being a heavy edge rusher class. 1. Offensive lineman Jalen McKenzie 2. Cornerback Chris Steele 3. Edge rusher Drake Jackson 4. Cornerback Isaac Taylor-Stuart 5. Safety Isaiah Pola-Mao 6. Running Back Keontay Ingram 7. Wide receiver Drake London
Special Guest: Trae Smith, former UCLA wide receiver and current sports agent. https://www.powerhausagency.com/our-services. Trae stops by to talk about what he's been working on since we last talked over a year ago. He represents nine D1 athletes, two of which are preparing for the NFL draft. Current athletes Diamond Harrell, DB: Senior at UConn Anthony Arnou, QB: Redshirt Freshman at Fresno State Jordan Nichols, DB: Sophomore at New Mexico Desmond Hardy, DB: Junior at New Mexico Abdul-Lateef Audu, DB: Junior at Houston Chris Rankins, DB: Junior at Pennsylvania Dallas Taylor, DB: Sophomore at Louisiana Tech Octavius Spencer, DB: Formerly of UTPB; UT Permian Basin Okiki Olorunfunmi, DE/EDGE: Junior at Weber State
Kenny had the chance to interview New York Jets Head Coach Robert Saleh on the pressures of being a minority head coach and how good it feels as a defensive coach to see position-less athletes find a home in the league. Former North Carolina QB Sam Howell speaks on if the success of young QBs puts on him to come into the league fully prepared. Former Cincinnati cornerback Coby Bryant addresses what sets him apart from other corners in his draft class. HBCU, Fayetteville State cornerback Joshua Williams can't wait to show his speed and athleticism to match his college and Senior Bowl tape. Lastly, former USC & Tennessee receiver Velus Jones Jr declares what he says he is to NFL teams Enjoy.
Derek Boyd II carries a 4.0 gpa, the Lawndale offense on his back and the weight of the South Bay's pain on his back & in his heart. That pain and responsibility only fuels him to be the best player & man he can be as he commits to play football at the University of Hawaii under the guidance of Hawaii legend and new head coach Timmy Chang. His story is the reason this platform exists. We hope you enjoy this interview as much as we enjoyed bringing it to you.
Pete brings coverage live from The 97th annual Shrine Bowl. We talk to prospects about their trials and tribulations through the Shrine game's first stop at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. We also highlight key prospects and storylines from the actual game, media day and the second practice. Shoutout to the East squad for winning.
Kenny interviewed 16 players and two coaches from the 2022 NFLPA Collegiate Bowl during the practice and game week. Some of the players received East/West Shrine game and Senior Bowl invites. You can chat with Kenny on Twitter @OzoGrande
We are back on Anchor to let you know passwords were forgotten but we never forgot about you Anchor audience. Urban Meyer is scum of the Earth-level dirtbag and Kenny told y'all seven years ago. Listen to Touchdown and Tangents every Thursday at 8:30 p.m. on the Good News Radio app in the TGN sports section. Stream our entire archives at www.touchdownsandtangents.com
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The Los Angeles Wildcats got their first ever XFL win after dominating the formerly undefeated DC Defenders 39-9 at home in Carson. Defenders quarterback Cardale Jones went 13-26 for 103 yards and four interceptions. Wildcats running back Martez Carter had a career game with almost 80 total yards and three total touchdowns. He flipped into the end zone dove for the pylon on all three tries. Running back Larry Rose had a one-yard score. Wildcats quarterback Josh Johnson went 18-25 for 278 yards and three touchdowns and receiver Tre McBride who was traded from DC had five catches for 109 yards and two touchdowns. The Wildcats are now 1-2 and eight in the thick of the playoff race as they go on the road to play the New York Guardians.
Kenny covered the XFL’s Los Angeles Wildcats first ever home game at Digital Health Sports Park against the Dallas Renegades. Both teams had quarterbacks who were coming off injuries in Landry Jones of Dallas and Josh Johnson of L.A. The Renegades closed the door on the Wildcats chances with a late touchdown from Dallas running back Cameron Artis-Payne. Final score was 25-18 with the 0-2 Wildcats welcoming in the undefeated DC Defenders next Sunday, February 23rd at 3 p.m.
Kenny and Pete interviewed the top Quarterbacks, running backs, tight ends, receivers, versatile defenders, and offensive lineman in the Senior bowl the entire week leading up to the game in Mobile, Alabama. Listen in on the journey and fellowship of football.
Liberty wide receiver Antonio Gandy-Golden dominated all week and did so in a shower cap. It was impressive. He goes into detail about his progression through Liberty and facing elite level competition at the Senior Bowl.
Baylor Receiver Denzel Mims talked with Kenny after the second Senior Bowl practice on his performance throughout the week, handling adversity and coming to Mobile, Alabama to dispel the dreaded Baylor receiver stigma of not being able to run pro style routes or handle complex NFL terminology. He also speaks heavily on the impact new Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Ruele had on him on and off the field.
Utah Utes All-time sack leader Bradlee Anae talks about the importance and impact of the Polynesian lineage at Utah and other schools and whatnot means to him as well as his versatility as a defensive lineman.
Winning Coach Marvin Lewis and 2020 NFLPA Collegiate Bowl Game MVP, quarterback Nick Tiano of the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga talked about what this game and week meant to them in the current stage of their careers as well as where the momentum of this game takes them and all the participants.
The National team held off a furious comeback from the American team for a 30-20 victory in the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl on Saturday, January 18th at the Rose Bowl. Wide Recievers Omar Bayless, (Arkansas State) J.J. Koski, (Cal Poly) linebackers Shaun Bradley, (Temple) Leo Lewis III, (Mississippi State) Cole Chrisitiansen, (Army) and cornerback Levonta Taylor (Florida State) stop by TDT Overtime with Pete Camarillo and Kenneth Berry to reflect on the week and game that was.
Baylor Berry chats with Chris Miller about his time at Baylor and prospects in the league live from the NFLPA.
Former Browns head coach Hue Jackson is back in coaching at the NFLPA game. He gave his thoughts on the week's practice, future coaching plans and more live from the Rose Bowl
Jonathan Ward shares who he models his game after, representing the MAC and venturing out to the West Coast for the first time. Ward is rising up draft boards and he models his game after Alvin Kamara.
Kobe Williams shares what it was like playing at ASU and one more chance to play in the Rose Bowl live from the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl.
The Cal Poly prospect shares a bit about the experience playing in the Rose Bowl, prepping for the Pro Day and how his speed translates to the next level with Kenny at the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl practice games.
Calais shares where he stacks up in the running back class, what he makes of LSU winning the title and more live from the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl practice.
The rising punt returner and receiver really surprised Kenny by not dropping a single pass in practice so Kenny asked him about his journey to the NFLPA Collegia Bowl including a strong push from agent, hoops in HS and JC football. Green also shares his inspirations from the league.
The former Seminole talks about prepping for the combine, Pro Days and all the Draft opportunities at the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl. A year after not leaving school to finish business, Taylor shares his experience with multiple coaches and playing multiple positions at FSU.
Tweener defensive lineman Christian Rector joins Kenny of Troy at the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl to talk about pro prospects, owning UCLA, being an elder statesman at USC through instability and more.
Live from the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl practices at the Rose Bowl, Kenneth Berry brings the usual Touchdowns and Tangents conversational style when talking to the Iowa St. and El Camino college prospect. Lima shares his journey to playing in Cali again as well as what sets him a part in the DT class.
Kenny talks the latest NFL Draft news and gives his prediction on who will win the National Championship game. Prediction: LSU wins 42-38. KEYS: 1. Shut down the other teams starting running backs early. 2. LSU secondary has the edge on Clemson's secondary. 3. Whose special teams will play better? The kicking game is crucial.
Pete breaks down some All Pro takes he did not get to, shares some good news and tells why you should listen to the latest episode featuring Nick Hamilton.
Kenny comes back to Anchor after a long layoff & Pete talks about his cousin Andy Avalos, Oregon Ducks defensive winning the Rose Bowl and what that tailgate was like. They speak on the National Championship Game between Clemson & LSU & the putrid state of USC football.
New music Friday, College Football closing up, NBA, philanthropy and more overtime from touchdowns and tangents.
Chasing dreams ain't easy, how do you maintain? Plus, RIP pops and more before Halloween and the post trade deadline issue of Touchdowns and Tangents on touchdownsandtangents.com.
This podcast is like the perfect ratio of sauce to guac at your favorite Mexican spot. Pete breaksdown whats going on outside of the NFL plus RIP Willie Brown
RIP CEDRIC BENSON & all the recently departed. More interviews to come. Check out touchdownsandtangents.com
Kenny gives a post episode recap of the week that was an what's next. Make sure to listen to the interview of the Division 2A CIF State & Regional Champion Lawndale Cardinals
High school football content is coming, Kenny's review of Lynch: History film drops Thursday and NFL players got paid. Who gets paid next?
Poll results, LSU Honey Badger praise & sneak peaks for episode 134.
Kenny gives some info on the rundown, the return of Ryan Mancini, Madden ratings backlash, College football media days and so much more.
NFL news, plane talk & the itus from hood burger spots. Don't drink Sprite with no ice fam.
Kenny apologizes for tweeting that peanut butter goes in the refrigerator...for any amount of time. Also he lowkey got stalked after leaving work an really needs to stop doing the Stevie from "Malcolm in the Middle" impersonation cuz we can't tell if he's losing the fat boy battle. Pete thinks he has a form of diabetes-induced asthma.
The Board Podcast gets plays, OJ gets on Twitter, the Lakers get AD and happy BDay Kendrick
Kenny gives a quick College Football update and congratulates all the high schoolers graduating today or this month. Enjoy your moment and don't be in a rush to plan every last second of your life out.
What should the Lions do about Calvin Johnson? And no Gerald McCoy isn’t a contender. Plus 2000s LBs.