Former Titans G.M. Jon Robinson talks Mike Vrabel, the secret to head coaching interviews, behind-the-scenes working with Bill Belichick and drafting Rob Gronkowski episode artwork

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Former Titans G.M. Jon Robinson talks Mike Vrabel, the secret to head coaching interviews, behind-the-scenes working with Bill Belichick and drafting Rob Gronkowski

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Former Tennessee Titans general manager Jon Robinson joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation on life as a scout and executive during the Patriots dynasty, making tough choices as a general manager, hiring Mike Vrabel and his ongoing work to help head coaching candidates nail their job interviews. Robinson opens with a deep dive on his decade as an integral member of the Patriots dynasty, including taking us behind the curtain working with Bill Belichick. Robinson shares a fun story during the draft process about how the Patriots landed future Hall of Famer Rob Gronkowski. He reveals why he hired Mike Vrabel in 2018 and provides analysis on the current head coach openings around the NFL. Robinson shares the secret for head coaching candidates during the interview process, including an often overlooked element that can pave the way to impress owners and GMs. Robinson's current work includes helping players like Brock Bowers prepare for team interviews in the run-up to the NFL draft and coaching candidates like Liam Coen in the HC hiring process. Robinson continues with the challenges for former GMs to get a second opportunity and the growing trend of GMs for college programs. He also provides analysis on the divisional round playoff matchups and wraps up with a story about his former draft pick -- and future Hall of Famer -- Derrick Henry. An informative and entertaining conversation with a bright NFL mind. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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