Valley Football First and Goal - Official MVC Podcast

  On this edition of the MVFC First & Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews Boomer Grigsby, the most decorated football player in Illinois State history. It's been 10 plus years since Grigsby retired from the NFL, and he shares the hardest part of leaving the game of football. Grigsby discusses making the switch from ILB... The post MVFC First & Goal Podcast with former Illinois State All-American Linebacker Boomer Grigsby appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

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... 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... 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... 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... 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,... 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... 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 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... 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... 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... 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... 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 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... 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.... 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... 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... 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... 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... 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,... 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... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with SIU Wide Receiver Ralph Leonard appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

This edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast features Danan Hughes, analyst for Missouri Valley Football. Kelly Burke interviews Hughes about his NFL career with the Kansas City Chiefs, being a two-sport start at Iowa and being drafted in both sports. The pair preview the MVFC football season, the model NDSU has set in... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with NFL player turned broadcaster Danan Hughes appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

This edition of the MVFC First and Goal features Kimberly Eck- South Dakota State football coach’s wife, mom of four, and blogger. Host Kelly Burke interviews Eck about her blog, Beauty, Babes, and Ball, the biggest misconceptions of being a coach’s wife, who takes losses harder, and how she learned to love football. Eck also... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with South Dakota State Football coach’s wife, Kimberly Eck appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

This edition of the MVFC First and Goal features Keith Brake, radio host and program director for Bison 1660. Brake is also the pre-game, halftime, and post-game host for Bison football and play-by-play voice for a variety of other NDSU sports. Kelly Burke talks to Keith about the 3 biggest storylines heading into NDSU fall... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with Bison 1660 Radio Host Keith Brake appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, Kelly Burke visits with Brian McLaughlin, FCS coordinator and lead writer for HERO Sports.  McLaughlin breaks down the 3 biggest storylines in Valley football this season, the challenge of previewing every FCS football team, and the growing interest in the sport. He also shares his... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with HERO Sports’ Brian McLaughlin appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, Kelly Burke visits with Ole Miss Offensive Coordinator and former Missouri Valley football assistant Phil Longo.   The pair discuss Phil’s coaching style, Mike Leach’s offensive influence, keeping it simple, what makes a good quarterback, the and the biggest difference at the SEC level.   Phil also... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with Ole Miss Offensive Coordinator Phil Longo appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, Kelly Burke visits with Indiana State Linebackers Coach and former NDSU All-American Grant Olson.    The pair discuss how to change a losing culture, the impact of being on past NDSU championship teams, and communicating with today’s student-athlete.  Olson also shared his ‘aha’ moment going from... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with Indiana St Linebackers Coach & former NDSU All-American Grant Olson appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, Kelly Burke chats with NFL Draft prospects and former Valley football standouts Brett Taylor and Jake Wieneke. In a joint interview, the pair discuss going from conference opponents to close friends, training for the NFL draft and managing projections, working on their mental game and... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with Draft Diamonds Jake Wieneke & Brett Taylor appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, Kelly Burke interviews new Western Illinois Head Football Coach Jared Elliott.  Topics include creating a culture of competition, former WIU coach Charlie Fisher’s impact on Jared, why the early signing period helps FCS programs, Western’s tough 2018 non-conference schedule, playing with Ben Roethlisberger, the power of... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with Western Illinois Head Football Coach Jared Elliott appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, host Kelly Burke interviews SIU football recruiting coordinator and running backs coach Nate Griffin. The two discuss the Salukis’ recruiting philosophy and the staff’s opinion on the early December signing period. Griffin also breaks down the Salukis heralded signing class, details a typical recruiting weekend,... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with SIU Recruiting Coordinator & Running Backs Coach Nate Griffin appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, host Kelly Burke interviews former Buffalo Bills and NDSU standout defensive end turned Bison radio analyst, Phil Hansen.  The pair break down the FCS national championship matchup between NDSU and JMU, his preparation for the title game, and his impressions of this year’s NDSU team.  The two... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with NDSU’s Phil Hansen – former NFL & Bison Defensive End appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, host Kelly Burke interviews Detroit Lions running back and former South Dakota State standout Zach Zenner. The two discuss the blessings & challenges of playing in the NFL, his weekly football routine, South Dakota State’s playoff run, Zach’s interest in medicine & future plans to... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with Detroit Lions Running Back Zach Zenner appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

  On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, host Kelly Burke sits down with longtime college football coach Don Patterson.  The two discuss his 20 year run at Iowa under legendary coach Hayden Fry, his successful tenure at Western Illinois and Nick Saban’s compliment to him after playing LSU, plus why he gave... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with Coach Don Patterson appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

Director of Football Operations, Alicia Mays On this edition of the Missouri Valley Football First and Goal podcast, host Kelly Burke interviews Alicia Mays, daughter of Illinois State head football coach Brock Spack and one of the few female director of football operations in college football.  The pair discuss growing up in a football family and... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with Illinois State’s Director of Football Operations, Alicia Mays appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

YSU President and former longtime college football coach On this edition of the Missouri Valley Football First and Goal podcast, host Kelly Burke sits down one-on-one with Youngstown State President and former longtime college football coach Jim Tressel.  The two discuss his tenure so far as YSU President, his first stint at YSU and the challenges... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with Jim Tressel appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

We welcome Jeremy Jorgenson to the Show! On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, Kelly Burke chats with NDSU Asst. A.D. of Strategic Partnerships, radio host, sideline reporter, and analyst Jeremy Jorgenson. The two discuss this year’s Bison football team, reasons behind their road success and comparisons to championship squads of years... The post MVFC First & Goal with NDSU’s Jeremy Jorgenson appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

Bill O’Boyle talks MVC football on this episode of MVFC First and Goal! On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, host Kelly Burke interviews USD offensive line coach and run game coordinator Bill O’Boyle.  The pair discuss the Coyotes fast start, why quarterback Chris Streveler is a coach’s dream, nuances of college... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with USD Assistant Coach Bill O’Boyle appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

Dan Verdun talks MVC football on this episode of MVFC First and Goal! On this episode of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, host Kelly Burke interviews author, sports historian, and journalist Dan Verdun.  Dan is the author of the recently released Southern Illinois Salukis Football book, as well as previous books on Illinois State (2016)... The post MVFC First & Goal with Dan Verdun – Author, Sports Historian, and Journalist appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

Bill Carollo talks officiating on this episode of MVFC First and Goal! This edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast is part 2 of our officiating and video review series. Host Kelly Burke interviews Bill Carollo, the Director of Officials for the Big Ten and Missouri Valley Football Conference about how officials prepare for games, why officials... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with Bill Carollo – Director of Officials for the Big Ten & Missouri Valley Football Conference appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

Tony Buyinski gives us an inside look at the Big Ten video command center on this episode of MVFC First and Goal! On this episode of the MVFC First and Goal, host Kelly Burke sits down with the Big Ten’s Director of Video Services, Tony Buyinski. This edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast... The post MVFC First and Goal with Tony Buyniski – Big Ten Director of Video Services appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

Colton Underwood joins Kelly Burke to discuss the NFL and ISU predictions on this episode of MVFC First and Goal! On this episode of the MVFC First and Goal, host Kelly Burke interviews former NFL player and ISU All-American, Colton Underwood. The pair chats about Underwood’s decision to retire from the NFL, his foundation and giving... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast Former ISU All-American, Colton Underwood! appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

Sam Herder joins Kelly Burke for a preview of the 2017 FCS football season! On this episode of the MVFC First and Goal, host Kelly Burke previews the upcoming 2017 FCS football season with HERO Sports lead FCS writer, Sam Herder. Sam and Kelly discuss storylines in the MVFC and nationally, being an NDSU alum, what... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with HERO Sports Sam Herder! appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

Schult’s stock has risen thanks to a dominant performance at the East-West Shrine Game. On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal, Kelly Burke chats with NFL Draft prospect, UNI graduate, and STATS Buck Buchanan winner, Karter Schult. Schult tells Kelly about his small-town roots, playing 8-man football, developing a winning mindset, and his intense training regimen leading... The post MVFC First and Goal Podcast with NFL Draft Prospect, Karter Schult appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

Mallory was named the 21st head football coach at Indiana State on January 23rd. On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal, Kelly Burke gets to know the Sycamores’ new head coach, Curt Mallory.  The pair visit for an extended conversation about Curt’s coaching philosophy and what it was like growing up in a... The post MVFC First and Goal with NEW Indiana State Football Coach, Curt Mallory appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal, Kelly Burke chats with the second year head football coach of SIU, Nick Hill.  The pair revisit Nick’s first season at the helm, his welcome to coaching moment, the play call he’d like to have back, and the advice he’d give himself now. Nick also talks... The post MVFC First and Goal with SIU Head Football Coach, Nick Hill appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal, Kelly Burke chats with Craig Haley, STATS FCS Senior Editor. The pair preview the FCS quarterfinal match-ups, Craig talks about his passion for FCS football, and he shares his sleeper pick to win it all (hint: it is from the Valley), plus much more. Join us... The post Kelly welcomes Craig Haley, STATS FCS Senior Editor appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, host Kelly Burke goes behind the mic with the first-year voice of the Bison, Jeff Culhane. The pair chat about coming to NDSU after working at Nebraska and West Virginia, Jeff’s unconventional path in sports broadcasting, an NDSU homecoming prank, and his game-winning call in... The post ‘Behind the Mic’ with Voice of the North Dakota State Bison, Jeff Culhane appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, Kelly Burke sits down with the long-time commissioner of the Missouri Valley Football Conference, Patty Viverito. The pair discuss being a pioneer for women in college football, league expansion, why she hopes the Big Ten reconsiders their scheduling ban, her hobby of flying trapeze, and... The post ‘Behind the Mic’ with Commissioner of the Missouri Valley Football Conference, Patty Viverito appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal podcast, Kelly Burke sits down with the long-time voice of the Northern Iowa Panthers, Gary Rima. The pair discuss Game 7 of the World Series and Rima’s love of the Chicago Cubs, his signature, ‘Oh baby!’ call, what it’s like to call his grandson’s college football... The post ‘Behind the Mic’ with Voice of the Northern Iowa Panthers, Gary Rima appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the Missouri Valley Football First and Goal, Kelly Burke chats with the long-time voice of Indiana State, Brian Fritz. The pair discuss some memorable moments in the Sycamore’s football and basketball history, being a diehard St. Louis Cardinals fan and who he’s rooting for in the World Series, giving KMOX broadcaster... The post ‘Behind the Mic’ with Indiana State’s Brian Fritz appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.

On this edition of the MVFC First and Goal, Kelly Burke chats with the long-time voice of Youngstown State football, Bob Hannon. The pair discuss the Penguins’ stellar start, Bob’s work with the United Way, and his relationship with Jim Tressel, among other topics. Subscribe to First and Goal on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Podbean,... The post ‘Behind the Mic’ with the Voice of Youngstown State Football, Bob Hannon appeared first on Missouri Valley Football Conference: First and Goal.