Craig Stutzmann on the Origins of the ‘Spread & Shred,’ the Aloha Spirit & His Journey to SJSU

This week on The Preferred Walk-On Show, host Seth Saunders welcomes Craig Stutzmann, Offensive Coordinator at San Jose State, for a deep and heartfelt conversation about football, faith, and growth.Coach Stutzmann shares:🌺 The Aloha Spirit in Coaching — how Hawaii’s values of respect, humility, and community shape his leadership🏈 The Journey — from Hawaii to Emory & Henry and beyond, with lessons learned along the way⚡ The ‘Spread & Shred’ Offense — a perfect marriage of offensive concepts built on tempo, creativity, and trust, and the "North Shore in the Appalachian Mountains" that helped it happen🧠 Mentors & Influences — the coaches and experiences that molded his philosophy💬 Communication & Integrity — why positivity and resilience are central to his program💭 Advice to His Younger Self — pursuing passion, embracing growth, and living with no regrets🎧 It’s part storytelling, part masterclass — a reminder that great football starts with great people.Support Coach Stutzmann and the Spartans in every way you can:Coach Stutzmann on Twitter/XSan Jose State Football on Twitter/XSan Jose State Football on InstagramSan Jose State Spartans FootballPlus: We’re on the hunt for College Football's Tailgate All-Americans. From Athens to Ann Arbor, Madison to Baton Rouge — we want to see whose the cream of the tailgate crop from coast-to-coast.🎧 Give Preferred Walk-On a follow on social media:Preferred Walk-On YouTubePreferred Walk-On InstagramPreferred Walk-On FacebookPreferred Walk-On TikTokPreferred Walk-On XIf you believe in Saturdays:✅ Tap Follow/Subscribe⭐️ Drop a 5-star review to grow the Congregation🍻 Share this episode with your tailgate crew