Podcasts about deland mccullough

Under-recruited running back from a collapsed American city — with a single mom and a dream — wins the Super Bowl. Sounds familiar, right? But NFL coach Deland McCullough's story, as told through his book with Sarah Spain, has a twist all its own. (Thanks to a little help from Sir Mix-a-Lot.)(This episode originally aired May 27, 2025.)• Read "Runs in the Family"• Subscribe to Pablo Torre Finds Out on YouTube for more greatest hits• Subscribe to Pablo's newsletter for exclusive access, documents and invites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LEITURA BÍBLICA DO DIA: 1 JOÃO 3:1-3 PLANO DE LEITURA ANUAL: JEREMIAS 34–36; HEBREUS 2  Já fez seu devocional hoje? Aproveite e marque um amigo para fazer junto com você! Confira:  Depois que Sherman Smith recrutou Deland McCullough para jogar futebol americano na universidade, ele acabou tornando-se o pai que McCullough nunca teve. O rapaz tinha grande admiração por seu treinador e desejava ser como ele. Décadas depois, quando McCullough rastreou sua mãe biológica, ela lhe deu a notícia: “O nome do seu pai é Sherman Smith”. Sim, a mesma pessoa. O treinador ficou surpreso ao saber que tinha um filho, e McCullough surpreendeu-se ao saber que essa figura paterna era literalmente seu pai! Ao se encontrarem, abraçaram-se e Smith disse: “Meu filho”. McCullough nunca tinha ouvido isso antes, mas sabia que Smith “dizia isto com orgulho: ‘Este é meu filho'”, e encantou-se com a situação. Nós também devemos nos maravilhar pelo amor perfeito de nosso Pai celestial. João escreveu: “Vejam como é grande o amor do Pai por nós, pois ele nos chama de filhos, o que de fato somos!” (1 JOÃO 3:1). Estamos tão perplexos quanto o jogador, que nunca pensou que alguém como seu treinador poderia ser seu pai. É verdade? João insiste: sim, “o que de fato somos!” (v.1). Se você crê em Jesus, o Pai dele também é seu Pai. Você pode se sentir órfão, sozinho no mundo, mas a verdade é que você tem um Pai, o Único perfeito, e Ele tem orgulho de o chamar de filho Seu. Por: MIKE WITTMER 

RB Coach Deland McCullough spoke amidst the coming bye week, and regarding the loss to KC. Hear what he had to say on the Las Vegas Raiders Insider w/ @HondoCarpenter on PFI, Pro Football Insiders. #LasVegasRaiders #RaiderNation #RaidersNation #NFL #Raiders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Currently the running backs coach for the Las Vegas Raiders, Deland McCullough's life reads like a screenplay — a reminder that God knows our life story before we do. https://www.klove.com/news/god-stories/las-vegas-raiders-coach-deland-mccullough-s-unbelievable-story-of-identity-redemption-and-divine-timing-andpodcast-55481

“What story are you living and what story are you leaving.” DeLand McCullough In this powerful Father's Day special of The Pivot Podcast, Ryan, Fred, and Channing sit down with Super Bowl-winning coach DeLand McCullough for one of the most incredible and inspiring conversations about family and faith. Known for his work on the field, DeLand opens up about the deeply personal journey off the field that reshaped his life — discovering his biological father as an adult and learning how that revelation changed his understanding of identity, fatherhood, and destiny. It's the kind of story you'd think was scripted in Hollywood — a man at birth grows up never knowing his biological family, becomes a star athlete and championship coach, and then, in a twist no screenwriter could invent, discovers that the mentor who helped shape his football journey is actually his biological father. It's a full-circle moment filled with fate, family, and rejuvenation — a real-life ‘long-lost father' story that doesn't just tug at your heartstrings, it rewrites them. Through candid reflection and heartfelt honesty, he talks about what it means to be a father — to his own sons, including those following in his football footsteps — and how the lessons he's learned have molded the man he is today. This isn't just a conversation about football — it's about the bonds that define us, the stories we carry, and the choices we make that can break generational cycles and that faith is real if you allow it to lead you. We get into all the hows, the whys and whats but for more detailed perspective, check out DeLand's book- Runs In The Family, for a written adaptation of his story, one that seems fiction but as real as it comes.  Tune in and Pivot with purpose on this day, as we celebrate Father's Day with a story that will move you, inspire you, and remind you of the strength in every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a very special episode, slices. Sarah is joined by Raiders running backs coach Deland McCullough, the co-author and subject of her new book, Runs in the Family: An Incredible True Story of Football, Fatherhood, and Belonging. They discuss the writing process, the sometimes uncomfortable act of excavating your past, reactions from Deland’s friends and family, his emotions ahead of launch day, and the serendipitous circumstances of his new job with the Raiders. Order your copy of Runs in the Family here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! Bluesky: @mishthejrnalist.bsky.social Instagram: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Under-recruited running back from a collapsed American city — with a single mom and a dream — wins the Super Bowl. Sounds familiar, right? But NFL coach Deland McCullough's story, as told through his new book with Sarah Spain, has a twist all its own. (Thanks to a little help from Sir Mix-a-Lot.) P.S. One correction, at the 17:50 mark: Deland McCullough's senior year of college was 1995, not 2005. • Read "Runs in the Family": https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Runs-in-the-Family/Sarah-Spain/9781668036280 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Under-recruited running back from a collapsed American city — with a single mom and a dream — wins the Super Bowl. Sounds familiar, right? But NFL coach Deland McCullough's story, as told through his new book with Sarah Spain, has a twist all its own. (Thanks to a little help from Sir Mix-a-Lot.) • Read "Runs in the Family": https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Runs-in-the-Family/Sarah-Spain/9781668036280 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Under-recruited running back from a collapsed American city — with a single mom and a dream — wins the Super Bowl. Sounds familiar, right? But NFL coach Deland McCullough's story, as told through his new book with Sarah Spain, has a twist all its own. (Thanks to a little help from Sir Mix-a-Lot.)P.S. One correction, at the 17:50 mark: Deland McCullough's senior year of college was 1995, not 2005.• Read "Runs in the Family":https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Runs-in-the-Family/Sarah-Spain/9781668036280 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Under-recruited running back from a collapsed American city — with a single mom and a dream — wins the Super Bowl. Sounds familiar, right? But NFL coach Deland McCullough's story, as told through his new book with Sarah Spain, has a twist all its own. (Thanks to a little help from Sir Mix-a-Lot.) P.S. One correction, at the 17:50 mark: Deland McCullough's senior year of college was 1995, not 2005. • Read "Runs in the Family": https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Runs-in-the-Family/Sarah-Spain/9781668036280 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Irish Breakdown closes the week with a Friday Rapid Fire edition of IB Nation Sports Talk. Today's topics include: * News broke Friday that Notre Dame is set to hire Detroit Lions Director of Scouting Advancement Mike Martin as the football team's new general manager. Martin spent the last four years in Detroit's front office, where he helped turn a perennially losing organization into one of the top teams in the NFL over the last two years. We share our thoughts on Marcus Freeman going the NFL route to fill the vacancy as well as the possibility of Auburn's Kenyatta Watson working with Martin in a recruiting/player personnel role. * We discuss comments from former Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden, who was named the Broyles Award winner as the nation's top college football assistant coach for the 2024 season. * Fill-in the blank...It's BLANK that Golden also said that Irish secondary coach Mike Mickens will be up for the Broyles Award very soon. * Fill-in the blank...We started the week talking about the fact that Penn State running backs coach Ja'Juan Seider is likely to replace Deland McCullough in the same position here at Notre Dame. Nothing's official yet...but it's BLANK that Seider posted a photo of Notre Stadium from an airplane to his IG story yesterday and he also has a picture of Jeremiyah Love as his IG avatar photo. * Eight former Notre Dame players got invites to the NFL Draft Combine: Riley Leonard, Beaux Collins, Howard Cross, Rylie Mills, Benjamin Morrison, Mitchell Evans, Jack Kiser, and Xavier Watts. Who has the most to gain? * We got word this week that Notre Dame's spring football practice will begin on March 18th. We already knew it will end with the Blue-Gold game on April 12th. What do you think? * Fill-in the blank...Olivia Miles and Sonia Citron combining for 12 3-pointers in Thursday's win over Pittsburgh is BLANK. * After USC handed No. 1 UCLA it's first loss of the season, on a scale of 1 to 10...What chance do you give the Irish to be the new No. 1 team when the new polls come out Monday? * This got buried in the Super Bowl last week...The NFL will play its first game in Australia in 2026. There will also be a game in Dublin this season with the Pittsburgh Steelers playing an opponent that will be announced later. Do you Buy or Sell them? Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

It's been a short but busy offseason for Notre Dame, with the Irish hiring running backs coach Ja'Juan Seider away from Penn State to replace Deland McCullough, and with the search for a new general manager still going, as James Blanchard elected to stay at Texas Tech. What's next for Marcus Freeman and his squad? Matt Fortuna and Pete Sampson are here to break it all down, take your questions and much more, on the latest episode of The Independent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's edition of "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube, Eric Hansen and Tyler James discussed Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman hiring Penn State's Ja'Juan Seider as running backs coach quickly after Deland McCullough's departure for the NFL, ND's search for a general manager, spring priorities and more. They also answered questions live from viewers. Next week's "Football Never Sleeps" will likely be live on Tuesday at 7 p.m. EST. We're offering a 30-day free trial of InsideNDSports.com to our YouTube audience. Use promo code NDYT at the following link: https://notredame.rivals.com/sign_up?promo_code=NDYT Want to watch "Football Never Sleeps" on YouTube? Visit here: www.youtube.com/c/InsideNDSports

Irish Breakdown discusses the news that Notre Dame is set to hire Ja'Juan Seider as its new running backs coach. We talk what it means to get the Penn State assistant after losing Deland McCullough to the Las Vegas Raiders last week. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

The guys from IB Nation Sports Talk break down the loss of Deland McCullough. Sean, Vince and Jesse discuss what they would be looking for to take over and what the loss means for Notre Dame Football moving forward. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

Notre Dame lost another coach this offseason, with RB coach Deland McCullough leaving for the Raiders. Bryan and Trevor discuss the loss and what Notre Dame needs to look for as a replacement. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/ Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter

Greg Flammang and Jamie Uyeyama discuss the loss of running back coach Deland McCullough to the NFL and the Las Vegas Raiders, where Notre Dame might look for a replacement, the quality of the running back room, and other news and notes.

Irish Breakdown answers subscriber submitted "We In or We Out" questions as well. Some of today's topics include: * We In or We Out: Coach Al Golden and Coach Mike Mickens are both on ND staff for the 2025 season? * In or Out: After watching Notre Dame come out rusty from a bye, the Top 4 seeds will experience this in the playoffs after sitting for 3+ weeks and going up against teams that played the week prior. * In or Out: We will see Mike Denbrock employ more 21 Personnel the last three games of the regular season? * In or Out: We will see Denbrock employ more 21 Personnel in the playoffs? * We in or We out: Now that Riley Leonard has discovered that Mitchell Evans is back to full health and up to his old tricks, and that The Great One can take you to the end zone single-handedly if Mr. Leonard continues to throw to Him (2 catches for 30 yards on a 36-yard drive and 2 catches plus a PI for 45 yards on a 65-yard drive, both ending in TDs), Mr. Leonard will continue to throw to them. The added offense will present additional complexity for opposing defenses, elevating the offense to Championship-grade. * The senior day ceremony is cool, because it's fun to cheer for the seniors individually and they have a nice moment, but in a way it's also anticlimactic because they don't actually get to run out of the tunnel “one last time” together with their teammates. We in or we out? * Notre dame needs to win a championship before they start getting the respect they truly deserve from all media outlets. In or Out? * ND will lose both Mickens and RB coach Deland McCullough this offseason. We in or We out? * In or Out: Ohio State gets left out of the playoffs if they lose again. * Virginia's QB has a noodle arm and tends to throw a few interceptions from time to time, are you in or out on the over bet if it was set at 2.5 for Notre Dame's total number of interceptions? * Michigan will become the first team in history not to qualify for a bowl game following an NC championship season. In or Out? * The O-Line continues to quietly grow these last few games of the season until we realize that they aren't really making any major mistakes and have become quite consistent. We in or we out? * Notre Dame will out score their next 3 opponents 110 to 40. We in or We out? * We in/ We out? Since each week brings chaos to the CFP, this week's chaos will be provided by Kansas, and San Jose St. * In or Out: The coaching carousel that occurs after the final game will have a major impact on playoff teams. * More! Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/  Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com  Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: * We each make one bold prediction for Notre Dame for this season. * We do Underrated/Overrated/Properly rated for Irish assistant coaches Al Washington, Deland McCullough, Joe Rudolph, Max Bullough, Mike Mickens, and Mike Brown. * Fill-in the blank...With no Notre Dame football game this Saturday you will be doing BLANK. * Buy or Sell Miami as the team to beat in the ACC?  * Will you stay up for the ACC after dark matchup between Miami and Cal at 10:30 Saturday night? * Start/Bench/Cut these Quentin Tarantino movies: Jackie Brown, Inglorious Basterds, The Hateful Eight. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/  Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com  Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's Rapid Fire topics include: * Fill-in the blank...It's BLANK that Vyper defensive end Jordan Botelho says he's dropped close to 20 pounds and is weighing between 250 and 255. * Notre Dame running backs coach Deland McCullough says freshman linebacker Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa is one of the toughest Irish defenders for his backs to block on blitzes. We hear McCullough's comments on KVA and react accordingly. * Notre Dame defensive lineman Howard Cross shared his thoughts on the importance of "consistency". We hear them and react.  * Notre Dame athletic director Pete Bevacqua recently told The Athletic that despite USC head coach Lincoln Riley's recent doubt about the ND-USC series continuing going forward, the Southern Cal administration is “gung ho” about keeping the series going forward. On a scale of 1 to 10, how confident are you that the series will continue? * Southern Cal has a season over/under win total of 7.5. We predict their record for Lincoln Riley's third season. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/  Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com  Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Thursday, Notre Dame running back commit Justin Thurman joined Irish Illustrated's Tracking the Trail podcast as a special guest. The four-star prospect discussed various topics, including his outlook on fellow commit Deuce Knight, why Notre Dame drew him in, his future running backs coach in Deland McCullough, and much more.

Episode 409 of the Sports Media Podcast with Richard Deitsch features a conversation with Sarah Spain, whose new podcast, “Good Game With Sarah Spain,” is part of the partnership between iHeartMedia and Deep Blue Sports + Entertainment. That partnership will bring to market the upcoming Women's Sports Audio Network, a free, ad-supported slate of podcasts. Good Game with Sarah Spain is the inaugural podcast for the partnership and it debuts July 17. In this podcast, Spain discusses the project and the expectations for a women's sports audio network; potential guests; how women's sports is being covered in 2024; the upcoming Paris Olympics; how the U.S. Olympic women's basketball team will be perceived by the American sports public; her upcoming book on Notre Dame Associate head coach & running backs coach Deland McCullough who went searching for his biological parents; and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Irish Breakdown has plenty of Notre Dame Blue-Gold Game to talk about on today's show. Sean Stires, Vince DeDario and Jesse Stires draft teams to see whose players will perform the best in Saturday's game. Other topics include: * Fill-in the blank...The number one thing you need to see in the Blue-Gold Game is BLANK. * Fill-in the blank... The most shocking thing that could happen in the game is BLANK. * Fill-in the blank...The most overrated thing that could happen in the game is BLANK. * Which number will be greater...Jayden Greathouse and Micah Gilbert's total receiving yards or Jeremiyah Love and Gi'Bran Payne's total rushing yards? * Over/Under...4.5 total touchdowns that will be scored in the Blue-Gold Game. * Who wins: Al Washington's Blue Team or Deland McCullough's Gold Team? * The NCAA has approved the use of helmet communications and added a two minute warning for games this season. -Is there any downside to using helmet comms? -Do you Buy or Sell the two minute warning? * There's a lot of talk about Bill Belichick and if he'll ever coach in the NFL again after the story that came out this week. One of our Champions Lounge subscribers asked...what about Belichick coaching in college. Do you Buy or Sell that happening? * The Last Dance premiered four years ago today. How must-see viewing was it for you when it came out? * The Baltimore Orioles debuted their Home Run Hydration station to celebrate home runs. What would be your celebration prop? Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/  Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com  Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rapid Fire topics include:  * Fill-in the blank...Steve Angeli being picked No. 1 overall in the Blue-Gold Draft is BLANK. * Which position would you have drafted first if you had the first pick?  * What Irish player who won't play this Saturday would we most like to see in action? * Which Blue-Gold coach had the best post-draft speech: Al Washington or Deland McCullough? * Fill-in the blank...It's BLANK that Kyngston Viliamu-Asa was the first linebacker picked in the draft. * In an article from ESPN.com a close friend of Bill Belichick is quoted as saying "I don't think Bill Belichick will ever be a head coach again in the National Football League. Unless it's [for] Jerry Jones." What do you think about that? * Fill-in the blank...Toronto Raptors two-way player Jontay Porter getting a lifetime ban from the NBA for betting on his own team and betting unders on his personal over/under game props is BLANK.  Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/  Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com  Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rapid Fire topics include: * We discuss comments from Notre Dame running backs coach Deland McCullough about how he grades the players in his position group.  * We have comments from Irish women's basketball coach Niele Ivey and discuss if her team reached its full potential this year and then make predictions for next year's team.  * Illinois head coach Brad Underwood says the transfer portal shouldn't be open yet. Do we Buy or Sell? * Did the Iowa - LSU rematch of last year's national title game live up to the hype? * Fill-in the blank...Jason Sudeikis AKA Ted Lasso being an Iowa superfan at last night's game was BLANK. * Fill-in the blank...ESPN analyst Rebecca Lobo saying Good Luck finding anything to do in Albany during last night's Elite 8 broadcast in Albany is BLANK. * Christmas falls on a Wednesday this year and the NFL is going to have two games on Christmas Day. Do you Buy or Sell it? * Favorite and least favorite March Madness TV commercials. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/  Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com  Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rapid Fire topics include: * Deland McCullough's comments on if Jadarian Price is ready to be a lead running back.  * Irish special teams coach Marty Biagi's comments on Marshall transfer Jayden Harrison's role beyond returning kickoffs. * Rino Monteforte and Andrew Kros are battling this spring to be Notre Dame's long snapper. On a scale of 1 to 10, how into a spring long snapper battle are you? * Fill-in the blank...It's BLANK that Hannah Hidalgo has 157 steals this season, while Friday's Notre Dame opponent, Oregon State, has 153 as a team. * There's been some chatter this week about the women's tournament moving to neutral sites first and second round NCAA games. Do you Buy or Sell the idea? * At least one men's Sweet 16 game will start after 10 o'clock tonight and tomorrow night. Longtime sports radio host and First Take contributor Chris “Mad Dog” Russo is ticked-off about March Madness games starting after 10pm. Are you with him or against him? * Is there a men's Sweet 16 game you're most interested in today or tomorrow? * Fill-in the blank...Baseball's Opening Day taking place on the same day as the start of the Sweet 16 is BLANK.  Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/  Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com  Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Irish Breakdown has comments from Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love and running back coach Deland McCullough about Love splitting time at wide receiver. IB's Sean Stires is also in Albany, NY with the Notre Dame women's basketball team for their Sweet 16 matchup against Oregon State. Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/  Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com  Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State men's basketball has a new head coach while Ohio State football has an unexpected opening for a running backs coach. Both teams have championship expectations.The Ohio State basketball coaching search ended over the weekend when Jake Diebler was promoted from interim coach to head coach. While Diebler has never been a full-time head coach before, making it anyone's guess how he will ultimately fare as a long-term head coach, Ohio State is projecting nothing but confidence in Diebler, making it clear they believe he can build the Buckeyes back into a championship contender.Ohio State football, meanwhile, had a surprise staff vacancy pop up last Wednesday when Tony Alford left the Buckeyes to become the running backs coach at Michigan. Ryan Day didn't seem too concerned about Alford's exit during his press conference on Tuesday, though, stating that Ohio State has already identified an “excellent” group of candidates and that he believes the Buckeyes can have “the best offensive staff in the country.”Day also showed confidence on Tuesday in several players who are currently competing for starting jobs in spring practice, namely right tackle Josh Fryar, tight end Gee Scott Jr. and wide receiver Brandon Inniss, who all drew considerable praise from Ohio State's head man after the Buckeyes' third spring practice.With spring practice back in full swing for Ohio State football, Ohio State men's basketball looking to make an NIT run with its head coach, Ohio State women's basketball hoping to make a deep NCAA Tournament run and three other Ohio State sports teams having a chance to win national championships this weekend, it's an extremely busy week in Ohio State sports, giving us lots to talk about on this week's episode of Real Pod Wednesdays.The full rundown:1:08: Jake Diebler's hire came a bit sooner than expected, but it had good reason to make a move now5:37: Ross Bjork makes it clear the expectation for Diebler is to win championships7:08: Jake Diebler's authentic passion for Ohio State can help him succeed as OSU's head coach15:12: Rebuilding the coaching staff, adding transfers among Diebler's first tests as head coach25:09: Getting back to the Sweet 16 should be the goal for Diebler's first season26:04: Tony Alford's departure was a surprise, but Ryan Day expects an “excellent” replacement27:25: Ohio State could be trying to pry DeMarco Murray away from his alma mater29:33: It seems like both Day and Alford were ready for a change30:35: Ohio State can afford to take its time with RB coach search because of who it has at RB33:54: Robert Gillespie, Deland McCullough, Stan Drayton also among logical RB coach candidates35:03: Ryan Day is smart to involve the current running backs in the RB coach search37:15: Ohio State's Jim Tressel-inspired special teams coaching plan appears to be a sound one41:21: Buckeyes getting used to helmet communication, which could lead to more creative play calls44:09: Josh Fryar solidifying his status as Ohio State's starting right tackle so far this offseason47:17: Gee Scott Jr. is putting himself in position to be Ohio State's starting tight end50:28: Brandon Inniss showing Ryan Day and us that he can be an impact player this year55:12: Pro Day will give us our first real glimpse at Will Howard vs. Devin Brown56:25: Ohio State women's basketball can beat anyone at its best but faces tough road to Final Four1:01:08: Women's hockey, pistol and synchronized swimming are all on natty watch this weekend1:03:02: Houston and UConn are our NCAA Tournament picks (plus a bonus NIT pick from Andy)

Notre Dame spring football practice is underway and Irish Breakdown has plenty of comments from Irish head coach Marcus Freeman's Thursday press conference. Hear what Freeman has to say about Riley Leonard and the Irish quarterbacks, special teams coach Marty Biagi coaching safeties, Devyn Ford moving from running back to safety, Deland McCullough's future and more! Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/  Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com  Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's Rapid Fire edition of IB Nation Sports Talk starts with Sean Stires and Vince DeDario discussing the news that Notre Dame has signed defensive coordinator Al Golden to a four-year contract extension. Other topics include: * Irish running back coach Deland McCullough's promotion to Associate Head Coach * The growing trend of the sons of former NFL players who are playing at Notre Dame.  * How does the fact that this year is the 100-year anniversary of Grantland Rice's famous "Four Horsemen" affect your opinion of Notre Dame playing Army at Yankee Stadium this season? * After ESPN and the College Football Playoff agreed to a six-year $7.8 billion dollar contract to televise the entire 12-team playoff through the 2031 season, do you Buy or Sell ESPN having the entire playoff inventory rather than splitting it up with other networks being good for college football? * What does Notre Dame women's basketball's 59-43 loss to NC State mean to the big picture of this season for the Irish? * Iowa's Caitlyn Clark became the NCAA women's all-time scoring leader when she broke the record in the first two minutes of last night's win over Michigan. It was a home game but they didn't stop the game to recognize Clark. Is that Fair or Foul? Shop for Irish Breakdown gear at our online store: https://ibstore.irishbreakdown.com/  Join the Irish Breakdown premium message board: https://boards.irishbreakdown.com  Stay locked into Irish Breakdown for all the latest news and analysis about Notre Dame: https://www.irishbreakdown.com​ Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/irish-breakdown/id1485286986 Like and follow Irish Breakdown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/irishbreakdown Sign up for the FREE Irish Breakdown daily newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/irish-breakdown-newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Deland McCullough, former Chiefs RB coach, joined The Drive to tell stories from the last time KC and SF matched up in the Super Bowl.

When Sherman Smith recruited Deland McCullough to play American football for Miami University, he loved Deland and became the father Deland never had. Deland had great admiration for Sherman and aimed to become the man he was. Decades later, when Deland tracked down his birth mom, she shocked him with the news, “Your father’s name is Sherman Smith.” Yes, that Sherman Smith. Coach Smith was stunned to learn he had a son, and Deland was stunned that his father figure was literally his father! The next time they met, Sherman hugged Deland and said, “My son.” Deland had never heard that from a father. He knew Sherman “was saying it from a place of ‘I’m proud. This is my son,’ ” and he was overwhelmed. We too should be overwhelmed by the perfect love of our heavenly Father. John writes, “See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God!” We are as dumbfounded as Deland, who didn’t dare think someone like Sherman could be his dad. Is it really true? John insists, Yes, “And that is what we are!” (1 John 3:1). If you believe in Jesus, His Father is also your Dad. You may feel orphaned, alone in the world. But the truth is you have a Father—the only perfect One—and He’s proud to call you His child.

Notre Dame has a very talented starting RB in junior Audric Estime, who could prove to be one of the best backs in the country in 2023. But should fans be concerned about the depth behind him? Tyler Wojciak does a deep dive on how Notre Dame has recruited the RB position over the past five years and evaluates the results on the field. Then, Tyler looks at the future of RB recruiting at Notre Dame with Deland McCullough in charge of the room. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciakFollow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrishFollow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=enSubscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BirddogsToday's episode is brought to you by Birddogs. Go to birddogs.com/lockedoncollege and when you enter promo code, LOCKEDONCOLLEGE, they'll throw in a free custom birddogs Yeti-style tumbler with every order.Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet to get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in Free Bets – win or lose! Visit Fanduel.com/LockedOn today to get startedFANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Notre Dame has a very talented starting RB in junior Audric Estime, who could prove to be one of the best backs in the country in 2023. But should fans be concerned about the depth behind him? Tyler Wojciak does a deep dive on how Notre Dame has recruited the RB position over the past five years and evaluates the results on the field. Then, Tyler looks at the future of RB recruiting at Notre Dame with Deland McCullough in charge of the room.  Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Birddogs Today's episode is brought to you by Birddogs. Go to birddogs.com/lockedoncollege and when you enter promo code, LOCKEDONCOLLEGE, they'll throw in a free custom birddogs Yeti-style tumbler with every order. Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet to get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in Free Bets – win or lose! Visit Fanduel.com/LockedOn today to get started FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Notre Dame running backs coach and run game coordinator, DeLand McCullough, had high praise for his group when asked about their potential this past Thursday. ‘I believe I've got the best running back room in the country,' McCullough said. Tyler Wojciak does a deep dive on the Notre Dame running backs and compares them to some of the best in college football, including the Michigan Wolverines, Ohio State Buckeyes, Wisconsin Badgers, Ole Miss Rebels, Penn State Nittany Lions, and more. Finally, Tyler gives shoutouts to the Notre Dame men's lacrosse team, baseball, and softball teams.Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciakFollow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrishFollow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=enSubscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet to get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in Free Bets – win or lose! Visit Fanduel.com/LockedOn today to get startedFANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Notre Dame running backs coach and run game coordinator, DeLand McCullough, had high praise for his group when asked about their potential this past Thursday. ‘I believe I've got the best running back room in the country,' McCullough said. Tyler Wojciak does a deep dive on the Notre Dame running backs and compares them to some of the best in college football, including the Michigan Wolverines, Ohio State Buckeyes, Wisconsin Badgers, Ole Miss Rebels, Penn State Nittany Lions, and more. Finally, Tyler gives shoutouts to the Notre Dame men's lacrosse team, baseball, and softball teams. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet to get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in Free Bets – win or lose! Visit Fanduel.com/LockedOn today to get started FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Malik Zaire and Shaun Davis discuss: Notre Dame RB Depth Chart Deland McCullough presser Deland McCullough formula for success Last big game Notre Dame RB Subscribe on YouTube: Full Show: https://youtu.be/mzAScyyvuzI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Malik Zaire and Shaun Davis discuss: Notre Dame RB Depth Chart Deland McCullough presser Deland McCullough formula for success Last big game Notre Dame RB Subscribe on YouTube: Full Show: https://youtu.be/mzAScyyvuzI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Notre Dame special teams coordinator Brian Mason is expected to leave for the same position at the Indianapolis Colts. Who will Marcus Freeman hire to replace him? Multiple reports indicate that Ole Miss STC Marty Biagi will officially interview for the job in South Bend on Monday, and he is expected to be hired in the near future. Notre Dame RB coach DeLand McCullough, WR coach Chansi Stuckey, and Safeties coach Chris O'Leary also received interest from multiple NFL teams but decided to stay at Notre Dame. Tyler Wojciak explains what went down, what it means for Notre Dame, and where the program goes from here. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet to get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in Free Bets – win or lose! Visit Fanduel.com/LockedOn today to get startedFANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Notre Dame special teams coordinator Brian Mason is expected to leave for the same position at the Indianapolis Colts. Who will Marcus Freeman hire to replace him? Multiple reports indicate that Ole Miss STC Marty Biagi will officially interview for the job in South Bend on Monday, and he is expected to be hired in the near future. Notre Dame RB coach DeLand McCullough, WR coach Chansi Stuckey, and Safeties coach Chris O'Leary also received interest from multiple NFL teams but decided to stay at Notre Dame. Tyler Wojciak explains what went down, what it means for Notre Dame, and where the program goes from here.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet to get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in Free Bets – win or lose! Visit Fanduel.com/LockedOn today to get started FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As we looked back at the year, we found some ridiculous updates to some romances that just won't quit. Turns out Meirivone and her Rag Doll husband are having fidelity issues, and the magic is gone between Erica Eiffel and her towering Parisian lover! Plus, people are taking their Replikas a little TOO seriously. But don't worry, Amenhotep and Tiye are still making headlines, Oscar Wilde along with Hadrian and Antinous are still inspiring LGBT communities to stay strong, and Deland McCullough's family continues to impress!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Notre Dame special teams coordinator Brian Mason made a bold statement about Irish special teams. We discuss that as well as memories of the late Mississippi State coach Mike Leach. Other topics include: *ND running backs coach Deland McCullough's sons committing to Oklahoma *When should the transfer portal open for football players? *Tom Brady signing autographs for a player who intercepted him *Missouri coach Eli Drinkwitz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sherman Smith is a former NFL player and coach that holds a powerful story. Drafted in the 2nd round of the 1976 NFL Draft by the Seattle Seahawks, Sherman would play eight seasons in the league before starting a coaching career that spanned over 30+ years. During that time , Sherman won Super Bowls and created close bonds with the players he mentored, including his son Deland McCullough. Today on the show, Eric and Sherman discuss the mysterious ways God can impact your life, what separates elite NFL players from the rest and other lessons in humility and leadership. Topics include: (2:40-5:30) - Being drafted by the Seahawks, Sherman's transition from QB to WR to RB. (5:30-14:00) - Advice to rookies for a successful NFL career. What separates elite NFL players from the rest. Stories of Marshawn Lynch and Eddie George. (14:00-18:50) - Why Sherman got into coaching. Attending the 'Cradle of Coaching' Miami (OH). (18:50-21:40) - Sherman's mindset while coaching. Impacting lives. (21:40-29:00) - The story of Sherman Smith and his son Deland McCullough. (29:00-39:30) - How Sherman was introduced to Christianity. How his faith impacts him today. And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today! Link to Sherman's E60 story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7WrNmnOgKd8 Preorder Eric's new book "Tackle What's Next" today: https://ericwoodmedia.com/book/

Sean Stires opens the show with comments from Marcus Freeman, Deland McCullough and Jadarian Price. Ryan Roberts talks NFL Draft and ND football recruiting, and Vince DeDario comes aboard for Rapid Fire topics, including the draft and

Sean Stires opens the show with comments from Notre Dame running back coach Deland McCullough as well as thoughts on the men's and women's Final Fours. Bryan Driskell stops by to talk more Notre Dame football and

Darin Pritchett hosts Sportsbeat AM weekday mornings from 6-to-9am(ET) on Sports Radio 960am WSBT.  On Wednesday's show, Notre Dame spring football talk as the Deland McCullough prepares the running back room to fill the shoes of Kyren

In the latest segment with WSBT Sportsbeat I join host Sean Stires to talk about George Takacs leaving the Notre Dame program. We then talk about Deland McCullough being pursued by the Giants, and the interest in Tommy Rees from Miami and possibly from NFL teams. We also talk a bit about Rees' future and why the NFL might ultimately be appealing to him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Notre Dame will have a much different looking coaching staff in 2022, especially on offense. The Irish will return just one offensive coach from last season's staff, and that is offensive coordinator Tommy Rees. In our latest podcast we discuss the offensive coaching changes, including the addition of running backs coach Deland McCullough. Following our discussion about McCullough, which included his amazing life story, we spent time talking about the offensive staff as a whole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices