Miami Shakes U Like A Hurricane: A Miami Hurricanes Podcast

To blitz or not to blitz? That's the question we're asking on today's Call Sheet podcast, as we examine the blitz rates of some prominent defensive coordinators in Week 1 of the NFL season, and the philosophy behind their strategies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this season's first installment of Monday Morning Game Balls at The Call Sheet, we honor Chicago's unstoppable offense, T.J. Watt's big day, Brian Flores and his blitz schemes, and the Jets and Giants honoring New York on an emotional weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Atlanta Falcons visit Pittsburgh for the 2026 season-opener on Sunday, and their starting quarterback will be... Cooper Rush? How does the late QB change in Atlanta affect Pittsburgh's game plan, and what are some of the keys to victory versus the Falcons? We discuss on this week's Chalk Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Hot Route episode of The Call Sheet, former NFL player Gordon Hill, who now serves as a financial advisor to college football players, joins me to discuss the inner-workings of NIL. Where does the money come from? How is it allotted? What's the difference between NIL and pay-to-play? Great show on one of the most interesting issues effecting the game today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NFL returns to action tonight, and Coach Smith kicks it off on today's Call Sheet podcast with five fearless predictions on what we're likely to see throughout the league in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet podcast, we examine the clock controversy that saved the University of Michigan an embarrassing home defeat over the weekend, and how the lack of transparency in football is eroding the public's trust in the credibility of the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike McCarthy has determined his initial 53-man roster as head coach of the Steelers. There were some interesting additions, some surprising departures and an emphasis on versatility. What does McCarthy's roster tell us about the schemes we'll see on the field this season? Join us on this week's Chalk Talk as we dive in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Hot Route episode of The Call Sheet podcast, tight ends coach Chris Armstrong of Kutztown University -- the #3 ranked team in Division II -- joins me to discuss the life of a college coach, and how winning football games at the college level is a product of the daily grind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the first time since 2013, three NFL teams kept four quarterbacks on their final 53-man roster this year. Is that an outlier in roster construction or the dawn of a new reality? On today's Call Sheet podcast, we look at why the Falcons, Eagles and Steelers each kept four QBs, and at whether that may become a trend in coming years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Steelers, Eagles and Falcons all kept four quarterbacks on their active rosters. The Jets kept just two. OBJ survived the cut in New York, while Aaron Donald returned to LA. The Chiefs are young again. Join me as we discuss these moves -- and other interesting news from cutdown day -- on today's Call Sheet pod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our follow-up to Thursday's preview show breaks down the Steelers' offense in the pre-season finale in Buffalo, and offers some thoughts on this weekend's impending roster cuts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Hot Route episode of The Call Sheet podcast, Pez from Pez's Picks returns to discuss ten "Buy or Sell" items related to the 2026 NFL season -- including Baker Mayfield's revenge prospects, Jalen Hurts silencing his critics and whether Mike McCarthy can end the Steelers playoff win drought. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone who's ever coached football knows the first game of the season can be terrifying. So many unknowns. Have you prepared properly? How will your players respond? Will their practice habits translate? It's nerve-wracking. On today's Call Sheet podcast, we discuss why the first game of the season is the scariest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of The Call Sheet podcast, we discuss the case of several current NFL players who have petitioned the NCAA to return to college to play their fifth season of eligibility. Where does the case stand in the court system? And if it goes through -- as expected -- what are the ramifications for college football? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Steelers' Chalk Talk podcast, we dive into the struggles of quarterbacks Will Howard and Drew Allar in Friday night's pre-season game against the Jets. After disappointing outings from both QBs, one thing is clear: the big winner at quarterback for the Steelers was Mason Rudolph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet pod, we revisit our conversation with Joe Callahan, an undrafted free agent from Wesley College who made the Packers roster in 2017. Joe discusses his unlikely road to Green Bay's roster, the uphill climb so many UFA's face during training camp, and his experience backing up a legend in Aaron Rodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet podcast, we dive into the nature of NFL play calls. Why are some so long and verbose, while others are as short as one word? What is actually in those play calls? What do they tell players? And what determines a coach's play-naming philosophy? Interesting show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NFL drew 7.7 million viewers for its Hall of Fame game last week, and ratings for the Week 1 of the pre-season were high. Why the intrigue? On today's Call Sheet podcast, we discuss the value of the NFL pre-season, and give listeners five reasons why it matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Chalk Talk podcast, we examine how the systems Mike McCarthy and Patrick Graham have installed in Pittsburgh produced a football team that was well-prepared for its Week 1 pre-season contest against the Green Bay Packers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Hot Route episode of The Call Sheet podcast, Coach Paul Callahan rejoins the show to discuss how to train quarterbacks to handle the complexity of modern defense. Progression reads or coverage reads? Speeding up processing ability. How to use film study to prepare, and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Week 1 of the NFL pre-season kicks off on Thursday, and a host of rookie quarterbacks will make their pro debuts. What should we look for from them? On what should they be evaluated? What makes for a good outing at this point? We dive in on today's episode of The Call Sheet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Arizona Cardinals were the latest NFL team to trot out a Sean McVay-style offense when new head coach Mike LaFleur debuted it in the Hall of Fame game last Thursday. Today's Call Sheet podcast looks at the elements of the McVay system, and why it's so popular throughout the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of Steelers' Chalk Talk, we take a deep dive into the run scheme Mike McCarthy has emphasized more than any other at training camp -- outside zone. How does it work, what makes it effective, and why will McCarthy use it so much this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet podcast, we revisit our conversation with former Raiders GM and NFL Network analyst Mike Mayock, who takes us through some of the lessons he's learned in his unique football journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet podcast, we finish our swing through the NFL by asking one key question each NFC team must answer to find success in 2026. Can Jalen Hurts thrive in a pro-style offense? Will Carson Beck be QB1 in Arizona? Can the Rams handle expectations? Join us for a fun show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet podcast, we look at the different styles and philosophies of various head football coaches, and at why the profession is by no means a one-size-fits-all proposition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Coach Kevin Smith for a special episode of Steelers' Chalk Talk, as he breaks down the sights and sounds from Friday's training camp practice in Latrobe. One thing is certain about this camp: there's a new sheriff in town in Mike McCarthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of The Call Sheet, we re-visit our conversation with legendary southern NJ high school football coach Sal Marchese, winner of 11 sectional and state championships at Delsea Regional. Sal sits with Paul Callahan and me to discuss his signature offense -- the option-based Wing-T attack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Football 101 episode of The Call Sheet podcast, we forecast some of the biggest scheme trends you can expect on NFL playing fields in 2026. Here's a hint: it's all about matchups and disguise... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NFL training camps are open at last, and on today's Call Sheet podcast we are asking one key question each team in the AFC must answer before the regular season starts in September. Tune in for an AFC training camp primer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Steelers have made significant upgrades to their offense this off-season. On this week's Chalk Talk pod, we look at three improvements those upgrades could lead to that will yield a better product on the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet podcast, we revisit our conversation with Rancocas Valley (NJ) High School head football coach Garrett Lucas on the merits of building an effective screen game in your offense, and why screens are so valuable to protecting core play concepts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Football 101 episode of The Call Sheet podcast, we dive in on the no-huddle offense and its success rate in the NFL. Is the no-huddle a gimmick, or can you run a steady diet of it and succeed? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The World Cup is in the books, and there were some interesting elements to it both on and off the field. On today's episode of The Call Sheet podcast, Coach Smith pitches three ideas the NFL should consider after watching soccer's premier event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of Steelers Chalk Talk, we examine new defensive coordinator Patrick Graham's blitz habits as DC in Las Vegas. What are Graham's favorite blitz concepts, and how might he reinvent the blitz in Pittsburgh? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Hot Route episode at The Call Sheet, Rowan University head football coach Pat Ruley discusses the values he emphasizes in his program, and how a "culture over scheme" mentality has allowed him to turn Rowan into a playoff contender again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Football 101 episode of The Call Sheet, Coach Smith dives in on the differences in the primary blocking schemes used in modern football. Why did man, gap and zone schemes emerge? How do they work? What are the benefits of each? It's a great tutorial on the origins of your favorite run plays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On our latest "Inside the Numbers" episode of The Call Sheet, we dive into the importance of 1st downs, and the impact they have on a football game. Whether on offense or defense, the numbers don't lie. If you want to succeed in the NFL, be great on 1st down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Steelers have struggled to score points since Ben Roethlisberger retired. New head coach and pay-caller Mike McCarthy's offenses in Dallas led the league in points-per-game between 2021-2023. Can he bring similar success to Pittsburgh? We dive in on this week's Chalk Talk podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're re-running some of our most popular shows on Fridays this summer at The Call Sheet. Today, we re-visit our conversation with Jim Melody of Cedar Creek High School in New Jersey, who won the Group 3 state championship last season. Coach Melody joins us to discuss how to create explosive plays in your offense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Football 101 episode of The Call Sheet, we look at the highest-scoring offenses in the NFL and what allows them to score so many points. What did teams like the Rams, Patriots, Seahawks and Bills do better than everyone else last season? The answers are interesting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet podcast, we look at the strange saga of Brandon Aiyuk and his estrangement from the 49ers. Has Aiyuk played his last down in the NFL? And if so, where does he stack up with some of the most notable acts of self-sabotage in league history? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Steelers threw the ball often to their tight ends the past few seasons, but the efficiency of their tight end passing game was low. On this week's Steelers Chalk Talk, we explain why that was, and whether it can improve under Mike McCarthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Hot Route episode at The Call Sheet, Pez from Pez's Picks returns to talk about the state of America on its 250th anniversary, and to share some thoughts on an exciting World Cup tournament here in the U.S.A. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Football 101 episode of The Call Sheet, we look at how offenses are countering the "nickel revolution" on defense by putting more tight ends on the field. What advantages are 12-personnel sets providing offenses, and why have tight ends become their most valuable chess piece? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Call Sheet podcast, we draw upon some notable song lyrics to explain the state of six NFL players and teams. How do musicians like Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen and Led Zeppelin relate to Myles Garrett, Joey Porter Jr and the Vikings and Bills? Tune in to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode #5 of Steelers Chalk Talk, we dive into Patrick Graham's desire to "live in nickel" this season, and why that may make Jalen Ramsey the most important player on the team's defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Hot Route episode at The Call Sheet, critically-acclaimed author, coach and football analyst Cody Alexander of MatchQuarters.com joins me to discuss the evolution of defensive football in the 21st century, and how nickel packages are changing the modern landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Wednesdays throughout the summer, I'll be doing a "Football 101" segment on The Call Sheet where we answer questions on the intricacies of the game. Today's subject addresses whether defenses run "plays," and if so, how they're called and communicated on the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the Knicks finally quieting their critics by winning their first NBA title in over 50 years, today's Call Sheet podcast looks at which NFL players face similar scrutiny in 2026. Which players have the highest expectations and the most to prove? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices