Prep Pigskin Report Podcast

At first glance, Caleb Davis could pass for one of San Diego State's 40-thousand students on campus. But don't be fooled by his youthful appearance. Caleb is one of the most important figures in the SDSU sports department. The former Notre Dame Director of Recruiting is the Aztecs first ever General Manager hire. And just like in professional sports, getting the right G-M is as critical as hiring the right Head Coach or recruiting the right Quarterback.  That was just one of the topics in P-P-R podcast #281.   You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-3:20 Intro3:47-4:30 Importance of Attitude6:00-7:30 Retaining Talent8:56-9:30 Leveling the Playing Field12:19-13:00 Why is SDSU struggling at the gate?14:45-19:00 Recruiting Process in 202621:25-23:30 Chris Johnson & Tre White23:10-24:00 "Don't Ever Waste a Day"27:41-28:00 Sugar Daddy's WantedTRT: 30:09

Born and raised in Mexico, Mario Luna crossed the border to play youth football in San Diego. And he's played it well, earning a Trinity League scholarship to Orange Lutheran. Did we mention Mario is only 14 years old?  His cross-border story has earned him over 70 thousand Instagram followers, and an invitation to PPR podcast #280. You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro1:19-3:00 Mario's Amazing Story4:48-4:50 How did he accumulate 70K Instagram followers4:55-5:30 Border Commute Routine7:30-8:00 Why Orange Lutheran9:20-10:00 Almost St. Augustine13:13-14:00 The decision to Reclassify15:23-16:00 Dreaming of USC16:20-19:38 Social Media Management24:00-25:00 Prep Pigskin Report in SpanishTRT: 25:35

If you think Lincoln High School, you quickly think David Dunn. Few coaches are as connected to their schools as Coach Dunn. Along with assistant Head Coach Jason Coach, Coach Dunn has built the Hornet's football program into one of the best in the state California, often receiving national attention.  But with Coach Carter leaving the Hive for a head coaching spot at Valhalla,  change is buzzing at Lincoln. Coach Dunn re-joining the PPR Podcast with a look back and more importantly a look ahead.  You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro:30-1:30 King Dunn Foundation3:54-9:40 Jason Carter leaves the Hive14:27-15:55 Nobody likes change17:30-18:45 New Coaching Faces18:45-19:30 D1 Conversations with Parents21:00 -23:00 Lincoln is Builds Players for Saturdays21:38-24:00 Best Offensive & Defensive Players in Lincoln HistoryTRT: 28:50

Helix 2-way starter Jeremy Davis made national headlines with his fight against cancer. His amazing story of perseverance understandably overshadowing the fact that he's one of the county's top linebackers. Now with a clean bill of health, and 3 recruiting stars next to his name,  we decided to invite Jeremy back to the PPR Podcast #278, this time to focus on his football future. You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro1:13 -1:35  Football Offers Coming In1:35-4:47 What does it take to be a good linebacker?7:09-8:00 Beating Cancer8:45-9:45 SDSU Junior Day11:27-12:00 Coach Sean Lewis13:30-14:00 Can Helix be Helix Again?15:00-16:00 Helix Team GPA 3.519:10 -19:50 High School Sweetheart19:50-21:30 Coach Damaja JonesTRT: 24:34

When the pre-season "Iron Hog Watchlist" is published this summer, Mission Bay's Nereo Kraft will definitely garner attention to be on it. The Buccaneer senior is only 16 years of age, but if the 2-way starter continues to pile up accolades,  D1 offers are surely in his future. Especially after taking the center seat in PPR Podcast #277.You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro2:25-3:00 Visits to West Virginia & Pitt5:19-6:00 Trey Arnold on Nereo's Weight8:11-9:00 Lesson from Burt Grossman13:15-14:00 The Get Off20:01-21:00 Best Prep Moment So Far21:00-22:00 Wearing #120:55-21:45 Salt Water Fishing/Blue FinTRT: 25:10

It takes a special athlete to play cornerback. You have to me fast enough to run with the speediest wide receivers, strong enough to take on the blocks of much bigger lineman and tough enough to bring down hard-nosed running backs.  And you must have the mental resilience to forget about the evitable plays that go against you.  Meet Mission Hills Xavier St. John. The senior to-be- Grizzly checks all those boxes and more. That's why Xavier is invited to the middle seat in PPR Podcast #276.  You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics::00-30 Intro/Coach Altieri1:30-2:30  Motivation 2:30-3:30 Troy Huhn brought National Attention5:30 vs 6:30  Cook vs Honor6:30-7:30 Cornerback Tough Position to Play12:46-13:30 Recruiting Advice16:00-17:00 Growl Crowd17:15-17:45 De'Mariye Stephens18:56-19:30 Best Advice TRT: 21:28

The college football recruiting landscape has undergone major changes. The advent of the transfer portal has drastically altered where college coaches recruit.  And while major programs seemingly "fish" of the portal pier, smaller college programs have become an option, sometimes the only option, for graduating high school athletes. In PPR podcast #275, we discuss this phenomenon with Whittier College Head Coach Cory White.  You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro2:19-3:15   NIL Changing College Recruiting5:06-6:15 Starting from Scratch7:46-8:30 College Football & College Enrollment11:47-12:45 Selling Whittier to Recruits15:47-17:00 Coaching for Dale Lindsey24:30-26:00 Coach White & KUSI Viewership!26:18-27:00 Best Advice ReceivedTRT: 28:48  (Last Question Clipped off by Mistake)

The PPR podcast is returning to the Cave this Week. San Diego High Senior-to-be" Kye Cooper taking the middle seat for PPR Podcast #274. The son of former Chargers linebacker Stephen Cooper, Kye has the advantage of a guiding hand as he deals with the D-1 recruiting landscape.                      You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro:43-2:00 7 0n 7 in Atlanta & Texas3:05-4:00 Recruiting Visits5:22-6:00 Being Part of the Super Team at St. Augustine6:22-7:00 Kye's on Defense9:22-10:00 Workout Regime13:10-14:00 Playing with Honor18:00-19:00 Talent vs Hard Work20:08-21:00 Keep an Eye on Xavier WilsonTRT: 23:55

Mention Cathedral Catholic's football program and it' s understandable that first thing comes to mind is 2025 Silver Pigskin Champion Honor Fa'laave Johnson, and his bid to become the 1st repeat winner.  But there is more going on at Cathedral than just honor. The Dons also feature the county's premier wide receiver in Issac Cook.  And sure enough that's whats "Cooking" in PPR Podcast #273.                       You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:20 Intro:25-1:00 Honor's Exposure Helps3:30-4:30 Carlsbad Halftime Speech8:48-9:20 Cathedral Expectations9:26-10:30 The Crucible15:27-16:30 Playing for Coach Doyle18:30-19:30 Cooking with Cook20:35-21:30 7 on 7 vs Running Track22:42-23:15 Advice for YoungstersTRT: 26:30

When you consider all the turmoil the Mission Hills football program endured last season, and yet the Grizzlies still made a strong bid for the Open Division Final,  you really have to credit the longtime assistant coaches for keeping a steady hand on the reins. So, when it came time to name Coach Hauser's official successor, it surprised no one that Mission Hills stayed in the family.  Defensive Coordinator Thomas Altieri  now has the big office,  but not before joining Paul & Burt  in PPR Podcast #272.                          You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-:50 Intro:56-2:45 How did the Grizzlies Keep the Train on the Tracks last year?3:40-4:30 Former Vista Panther8:22-11:00 New Offensive Coordinator Braxton Burmeister13:22-14;00 Recruiting vs Portal15:42-17:00 Production vs Potential18:45-19:30 Xavier St. John25:32-27:00 The Growl CrowdTRT: 30:54

It was bound to happen one day and sure enough this fall history will be made when Stefan McClure becomes the first Silver Pigskin Winner to lead a San Diego Football program.  The 2010 Player of the Year succeeds Mike Hobbs as the new Head Coach at El Camino High.  Coach McClure explaining the decision  in PPR Podcast #271.           You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-1:30 Intro1:16:2:15 Why El Camino2:16-2:45  Cal Jersey on eBay3:50-4:40 Cat with Different Stripes6:19-7:00 Kids are more talented Now10:04-11:30 Moms & Dads need to Catch Up13:54-14:50 NIL & Money Offers16:30-17:00 How To Build a Recruiting Reel27:39-28:30 Play call Terminology31:56-33:00  PPR MemoriesTRT: 37:09 

Nobody can deny Jason Carter's role in helping build Lincoln High into one of California's premiere high school football programs, that at times has flirted with national prominence. The Hive has become a Pigskin hotbed, attracting the county's top talent on both sides of the ball. So why leave such a successful program to take over a fixer-upper at Valhalla High?  That's the first question to Coach Carter in PPR Podcast #270.                           You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-1:30 Intro1:14-2:00 Why Leave Lincoln?4:15-5:00 Did you know your last game at Lincoln was going to be your last game at lincoln?5:59-6:30 Building a Staff8:43-9:30 Plan to Win Right Away11:9-12:00 Why Valhalla20:20-21:23 Build Your Composite Best Player Ever22:53-23:30  Prepare for the OpportunityTRT: 33:34 

 Dynasty Alert ! Dynasty Alert!  The Oceanside Pop Warner Football program recently sent (3) teams to National's in Florida. 2 came back with 1st place trophies, the 3rd finished runner-up. That sort of success has Oceanside high school coach Fale Poumele drooling in anticipation as he waits for these kids to roll up to campus.  Oside Pop Warner President Andrew Tapuloa joining PPR podcast #269 to discuss the Pirate Pipeline.                          You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-1:30 Intro1:49-2:30 Dominating & Fundraising3:48-4:40 Team Building/Traveling Experiences5:11-6:30 Feeding Both Oceanside & El Camino11:36-12:30  Picking Kids/Attrition Rates14:22-15:30 Searching for a Home Field24:30-25:30   Breed Differently in OsideTRT:26:49 

Honor Fa'alave Johnson is arguably the most highly sought non-quarterback recruit in the country. As a Junior, he was already ranked the best Safety in the country, and that was before becoming only the 3rd underclassman to win the Prestigious Silver Pigskin.  Honor is a national story, but as you're about to see in PPR Podcast #268, he lives life with both feet firmly on the ground.                          You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe buttons.Hot Topics:00-1:30 Intro1:33-2:00 Staying at Cathedral4:15-5:00 Getting Away from the Recruiting Wars6:00-7:00 Playing Both Sides of the Ball8:49-9:30 Typical Training Day13:03-14:15 Fearing a Gala Snub19:478-20:15 Plan B TRT: 22:13

Richard Sanchez has made a career of building football programs. He spent nearly a decade at St. Augustine, winning (2) CIF Titles and remains the Saints all-time wins leader. Now at the University of La Verne, Coach Sanchez is tasked with rebuilding the D-3 school's program.  Coach Sanchez talking past, present and future of football in PPR Podcast #267.                      You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe bTRT: 28:20Hot Topics:00-1:30 Intro2:40-3:30 San Diego High Days3:26-5:00 Future of Small Schools6:56-7:00 Recruit Paul Rudy7:45-9:00 Otto Breitenbach Story13:09-15:00 College Football in 5 Years19:44-15:30 Cone Coaches20:48-21:00 Frank Buncom IV25:36-26:50 Best AdviceTRt:27:53

Former Chargers Linebacker Stephen Cooper has agreed to become the Head Coach at San Diego High.  "Coop" explaining the decision in PPR Podcast #266. You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button. Hot Topics:00:00 -:30 INTRO1:34 - 2:15 Recruiting & Parents3:20-4:00 Get on the Field8:46-9:30 Football ends one day/Education9:40-12:00 Importance of Re-classifying16:42-17:30 The deteriotation of QB Play19:51- 20:30 The Chuck Cecil Story21:01-21:30 Kai Cooper (Coaching his Son)23:00-24:30 Love for the PPRTRT: 28:20

"It's amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit." That quote is "credited" to Harry S. Truman, but it applies to former Castle Park student Adrian Gomez.  Earlier this month, Adrian's ala mater celebrated the opening of their new football field and sports facilities. There was no shortage of dignitaries taking bows for the state of the art venue. And yet the person  most responsible for making it all happen, stood in the crowd largely unacknowledged. Time to correct that mistake,  that's why Adrian was invited back to the  PPR Podcast, episode number  #264.  You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button. Hot Topics:00:00 -:30 INTRO2:20-4:00 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony5:45-7:00 The July 2nd Community Town Hall7:29:10:00 A Story that Refused to Die11:46-13:00 Lack of Credit/No Big Deal17:00-19:00 Mission Accomplished21:10-23:00 Who was the Author of the Instagram Page?26:00-27:45  What's Next? /Tackling the Sewage Crisis?TRT:30:56

 In this era of high school football, it's common place for bigger schools to poach the best players from smaller schools. The selling point always being, you'll get more visibility to college recruiters.  But not every kid bites on that offer. Superior            Garror  stayed true to his neighborhood roots, and the Morse Tiger was rewarded with the school's first State Championship appearance. Superior also landing an invite to PPR Podcast #263.  You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button. Hot Topics:00:00 -:30 INTRO2:24-4:00 Staying in the Neighborhood3:10-4:00 Playing for Coach McNair4:00-5:00 Being Recruited My DeSean Jackson10:22-11:00 A mother's Love11:00-12:30 The Skateboard Accident15:40 -16:10 Morse Football on the Rise20:14-23:00 Favorite Play            TRT:26:37

 Cam Purnell is the 4th Straight Lincoln Hornet to capture Defensive Player of the Year honors at the 2025 Silver Pigskin Gala. Days later, he was making San Diego State football fans happy with a late change in college destinations. Cam discussing these topics and more in PPR Podcast #262. You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button. Hot Topics:00:00 -:30 INTRO2:13 -3:30 cCam the Photographer3:30 -5:30 Granite Hills Game8:30-10:00 Coming to Mesa13:30-15:00 Playing for Dollars18:30-20:30 Gala Moments23:13-24:40 How Will You be RememberedTRT: 25:13 

A well-known national football pundit was watching the Carlsbad Lancers play football a couple weeks ago. He asked about Lancer linebacker Rocky Cummings. The scout was informed that Rocky was committed to play at Cal.  The pundit quickly responded, "not for long". A week later Rocky was re-committing to Texas!  But not before joining Paul and Burt in PPR Podcast #261.                         You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button.

3-Time Union Tribune Sportscaster of the Year Brandon Stone joins the PPR Podcast to discuss The Silver Pigskin Gala Awards process. How does it all work?  And why is it the most stressful period of every high school football season?  Plus, Brandon joins Paul & Burt in a preview of the upcoming Open Division Final. Here's an excerpt from podcast #259. You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we wind down season #27 of the P-P-R.

Scripps Ranch Head Coach Marlon Gardinera is not your typical football coach. He's less concerned about X's & O's and more concerned about grade point averages. But along the way, this "molder of men" has led the falcons to a state title and took on a sitting Governor and won.  In PPR podcast #255, Coach Gardinera looks back on the "let them play" days of Covid and explains why this is his last season leading the Falcons football program.You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we wind down season #27 of the P-P-R.

Dax Labrum is only a junior but he's already turning heads in a county filled with blue chip quarterback talent. Of course, it helps to have a soon to be first ballot pro football hall of fame inductee helping with your fundamentals.  Dax joins Paul & Burt in PPR podcast #253.You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we continue season #27 of the P-P-R.

We've spent so much time focusing on the plethora of D1 quarterback talent in San Diego County, we've ignored other talent rich positions. For example, in the trenches, there is no shortage of lineman moving on to play at the next level.  Take for example Arizona State bound Nathan Allen. The Carlsbad Lancers Nathan Allen agreeing to take the middle seat in PPR Podcast #249.  You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R.

He's leading the county in rushing but often is overlooked when the conversation turns to the best ball carrier in San Diego. PPR podcast #247 aims to change that with           a center seat invitation to Poway's Luke Jorgensen.You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Fox5/ KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R.

Who is putting up the biggest numbers at quarterback in 2025?  Troy Huhn at Mission Hills? Zach Benitez at Granite Hills? Kreet Makihele at San Marcos? All good answers. All wrong. The leading passer, at least statistically speaking, is Mission Bay's Trey Arnold.  And that's why the senior Buccaneer is taking the center seat in PPR Podcast #245.You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we continue season #27 of the P-P-R.

Lou Holtz had an illustrious career spanning many decades that started at William & Mary and took him to stardom at Arkansas and Notre Dame, where he won a National Championship at both programs. Although Holtz is known for his football career, his legacy spans further than the field with countless 'coffee mug' worthy quotes about leading life with purpose and kindness to his non-profit foundation Holtz's Heroes that focuses on bonding teammates like true family and leaving a legacy of greatness for the next generation. So, we're honored that Lou shared his legendary life stories with Burt and Lauren on PPR Podcast #243 You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we continue season #27 of the P-P-R.

Chase Izidoro breaks down all the action from Week 5 of the PPR season, and previews all of the action coming up in Week 6.

The 2010 Silver Pigskin Player of the Year podium was one of the most accomplished in PPR history.  Dillon Baxter, the National High School Player of the Year, won the trophy, but that was the Gala when Brenden Clay, Tony Jefferson, and Kenny Stills all announced their committed to play at Oklahoma during the live broadcast. Jefferson is still playing in the NFL; Stills enjoyed a productive 9-year professional career.  The former LCC star agreeing to go down memory lane in PPR Podcast #241.           You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R. Hot Topics:00:00 -:30 INTRO1:05-2:30 starting as a true freshman vs starting as an NFL rookie2:40-4:00 Living in Norman, OK8:02-9:00 Missing out on NIL $$$10:3012:00 17 Wide Receiver drafted13:00-16:00 Kneeling for the Anthem/Cut Years off Career21:45-24:00 Greatest Silver Pigskin Podium Ever/Dillon Baxter26:11- 28:00 Stills New Book

Chase Izidoro recaps all of the action from Week 4 of the High School Football season around San Diego, reveals his Top 9 teams in the county, discusses the top 10 Quarterbacks in San Diego, and previews all of the action coming up in Week 5.

15 years ago, Dillon Baxter appeared to be on a career trajectory that might even eclipse the PPR's first superstar, Reggie Bush. The 2010 Silver Pigskin Winner was also named the California State Player of the Year, as he led Mission Bay to the D-4 title. Just like Reggie, Baxter accepted a scholarship to play at USC, but that is where the story begins to unravel. It's a cautionary tale that every high school athlete should hear. That's why Dillon Baxter is in the middle seat for PPR Podcast #239.You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we continue season #27 of the P-P-R.Check out more PPR content: https://kusi.com/pprListen to the PPR Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PDZxAlListen to the PPR Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QJ0rwV

"Zamar Reese is the most under rated football player in San Diego County".  That was how PPR Co-Host Burt Grossman described the San Marcos Knight's 2-way starter.  Pretty high praise from somebody who sees every high level athlete in action. So it only makes sense that Zamar get an invite to PPR podcast number 237.  You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R.

Chase Izidoro & Nate Tubbs review all the action from Week 2 of the PPR season, and preview all of the action to come in Week 3.

Why are there so many good quarterbacks in San Diego County?  The easiest answer starts with the high quality of coaching available.  Quarterback gurus like Jose Mohler now have national reputations of helping talented, but raw, signal callers take their game to the next level.  It's about time the founder of Left Coast Athletix gets in an invitation into the PPR Podcast.You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we continue season #27 of the P-P-R.

Chase Izidoro and Nate Tubbs breakdown all of the exciting action from Week 1, and preview all the Games of the Week for Week 2 of the PPR.

If you follow the PPR Podcast, you know there are a lot of highly recruited quarterbacks in the San Diego section poised to make a splash at the next level. And the podcast hasn't even touched on all of them yet. University City's Quentyn Demara already has (3) offers in his pocket, and if he keeps playing at his current level, that number will grow, Here is PPR Podcast #233.  You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R.

Chase Izidoro & Nate Tubbs preview the Week 1 games set to air on the PPR on August 22.

Kreet Makihele is the not biggest QB in San Diego, nor is he the fastest. But ask anyone in the know "who is the best quarterback in San Diego County," and Kreet's name always comes up.  The San Marcos Junior is putting up numbers that has him on pace to re-write the section record book.  Which makes the Kreet a perfect guest for PPR Podcast #231. You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R.Check out more PPR content: https://kusi.com/pprListen to the PPR Podcast on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PDZxAlListen to the PPR Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QJ0rwV

Bruce Arians signature statistic is he is the oldest coach to ever win a Super Bowl ring. But that accomplishment shouldn't overshadow the fact that Arians is considered one of the best offensive minds to ever blow a whistle. His famous slogan "no risk it, no biscuit" applying to decision to appear in PPR Podcast #230. You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R.Hot Topics:00:00 -:30 INTRO4:22-6:00 College Football is in a bad place7:55-9:00 No Risk it No Biscuit9:16-10:30 The Legend of Tom Brady11:40-13:00 Peyton vs Luck/Which QB Would you Pick 1st?18:30-19:30 Winning the Super Bowl23:14-25:00 Advice to Prep Player & their Parents26:55 -27:00 Trust. Loyalty. RespectTRT: 28:22 

At last count, there are 6 San Diego quarterbacks who are or will be playing for Big 10 schools.  And that list might grow to (7) if Poway transfer Noah Schuback accepts an offer from Purdue.  The Titan's new signal caller agreeing to take the middle seat in PPR podcast #229.  Titan Head Coach Brandon Harris riding shotgun.You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to download the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R.Hot Topics:00:00 -:30 INTRO3:10-4:00 Why so many good QB's in SD County5:50-7:00 Expectations in 20257:09-8:00 Newcomer as Leader8:01-9:00 Titans Schedule is Murder's Row11:06 Coach Harris Success12:39-13:00 The Recruiting Process has changed21:25-23:00 Poway's Wresting TraditionTRT: 28:19

Brady Palmer is yet another San Diego prep quarterback who has already made his college intentions known. In PPR podcast #228, Brady explains why he chose Cal and lays on his his vision for his final season at Cathedral Catholic.  You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R.Hot Topics:00:00 -:30 INTRO1:30-2:00 Choosing Cal4:32-5:15 Playing in the ACC6:45-7:30 Cathedral Expectations10:15-12:00 Historic Program 11:40-12:40 The Crucible14:10-15:20 Top 3 QB's in the County18:00-19:00 Brady's Open Division Prediction22:50 -23:45 Silver Pigskin DreamingTRT: 24:37

Any follower of the San Diego High School football scene knows our section is blessed with a dozen or so top notched quarterbacks.  Granite Hills Zachary Benitez is always in that "who's the best" conversation.  A starter as a freshman, Benitez has developed a reputation for playing beyond his chronological age,  and is a big reason why Granite Hills is now considered one of the county's elite programs.  The invitation is long overdue, but Zach is finally featured in PPR Podcast #227. You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R.Hot Topics:00:00 1:30  Show us the Rings!2:32-3:00 Big Game Performer5:48-6:15 Who is Steve McNair?6:18-7:00 7 on 7 Outfits8:16-9:45 Troy Huhn on Zach 12:05-134:00 College Plans13:50-14:30 Playing for Coach Cobb17:19-18:00 SDSU Offer22:58-23:30   Mom is a Superhero25-10-26:00 Dad's AdviceTRT: 27:48

It was just 4 years ago that Troy Huhn made his prep debut on KUSI's first ever Saturday night special broadcast. The freshman quarterback looking every bit "the blue chipper". Now 4 years later, the Mission Hills senior is ranked the top passer in the county, and has already committed to play college ball at Penn State.  Troy agreeing to make a 2nd appearance in the PPR podcast. Here's a clip from episode #226. You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R.Hot Topics:00:00 1:30  Intro2:14-3:00 regular contact with Penn State4:00-6:00 No shortage of Big 10 QBs in San Diego7:14-8:00 Open or Bust8:00 - 8:30 Playing for Coach Hauser10:37-11:00 Why is Troy Huhn ranked #112:40-13:20 SKOL!!!!!15:30-16:30 How Firm is the PSU commitment?22:42-23:00 Winning the Silver Pigskin?TRT:23:15

00:00 1:30  Intro1:39-2:30 Washington Commitment4:36-6:00 Seau's Shadow at Oceanside7:30-8:00 Ezaya's "Side Out"10:24-11:05 Return to Pirate Glory11:08-12:45 1 on 1 vs Lincoln14:26-15:30 Washington's Offer Part 220:59-30:45 El Camino Rivalry24:36-26:00 Best AdviceTRT:28:28

Lincoln High School has produced the last (3 ) Silver Pigskin Defensive Player of the Year, and if all goes according to plan, will have a leading candidate to extend that streak of excellence. Returning senior Prince Tavizon has dozens of D1 offers to his name. Which makes him a leading candidate for a guest appearance in PPR Podcast #224. You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R.Hot Topics:00:00 1:30  Intro1:15-2:00 Oregon Commitment3:18-4:00 Coach Dunn7:54-8:30 Hornets 3 Straight Defensive Players of Year11:15- 12:00 Who will wear #213:54-14:00 Hornets New Turf14:05-15:00 Hornets amazing 2024 season21:00-22:30 Best Advice ReceivedTRT:23:47

It is truly a rags to riches sports story. A former Mt. Miguel Matador turned San Diego State Aztec, and eventual NFL walk-on, lasting 13 years in the bigs  as undrafted free agent! Robert Griffith's career path giving one to every high school athlete who doesn't have gold stars in their recruiting BIO. The former Matador, Aztec, and Minnesota Viking  making time for P-P-R podcast Holiday visit. Here's an excerpt from episode #223.You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the KUSI NOW app, or the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R.

Ohio State. Michigan. Texas. Both Arizona schools, Cal and Kentucky. Those are just some of the schools that have offered full rides to Oceanside lineman Lincoln Mageo (Ma-young-O) ... and he's only a sophomore. But when you stand 6-4, tip the scales at 280, and you're still not hold enough to drive a car,  you can bet every college in the land is going to be interested in landing Lincoln. The Pirate still making time for P-P-R podcast   #222.You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R.Hot Topics:00:00 1:30 Just 15 Years Old4:05-6:05 Working with Erik Magnuson5:45-7:00 Staying a Pirate8:05-10:05 Pirate Tradition/Wearing #6713:00-14:00 "I love math"14:40-15:39 Making Unofficial visits16:44-17:45 Weight room strength to Field Strength18:27-19:00 Toughest D-lineman faced22:10- 23:45 "God is Watching"TRT:27:02  

Todd Durkin is best known for conditioning professional athletes, taking them to the "next level" of fitness.  LT, Drew Brees, Jordan Love, and so many more.  But Durkin is so much more. Bestselling author, podcaster, life coach, motivational speaker, not to mention a devoted husband and father.  He's a busy man, but we finally found time to get him in the center seat of PPR Podcast #221.You can watch the entire podcast at any of your favorite podcast gathering spots. We encourage you to visit the Prep Pigskin Report page on YouTube, and click on the like and subscribe button, to help build the podcast as we head into season #27 of the P-P-R.Hot Topics:00:00 1:30 Intro2:22-3:00 Evolution of Workouts8:13-10:00 Training Body vs Training Head10:57-12:00 NIL & the changing landscape of football14:10-15:00 High Performance Habits15:35-17:15 Brees & Silos17:44-19:00 Specializing too Young  (be a well rounded athlete)25:10-26:30 Mad Scientist29:05-31:00 There is always another Level35:33-37:00 Dream BigTRT: 37:52

Jordan Congdon has gotten his share of kicks in life. From St. Augustine to Nebraska to USC, Congdon is one of the best placekickers to split the uprights here in San Diego. But despite all his athletic accomplishments, it's what Jordan is doing now that is really making a difference.   Here is an excerpt from PPR Podcast #220. You can watch, or listen, or both to this PPR podcast, and all the others , at your favorite Podcast gathering spot. Check out the Prep Pigskin Report YouTube page for a complete trip into the PPR world, and while there, do us a favor , hit the "like and subscribe" buttons. Hot Topics: 00:00-1:00 Introduction1:13-2:15 growing up in City Heights2:24-3:20 Serving Others/Family Vocation3:30-6:00 Soccer Dream vs Football Dream7:40-10:00 Talking Faith10:15-13:00 College & USC Days14:00-15:05 Kicks in HS15:10-16:00 Best of Times16:30-18:45 Jordan's Ministry25:11 -25:30 A Mother's Love26:31-27:50 $100,00 KickTRT: 31:54

He played high school ball at Pt. Loma, later starred at San Diego State, and then went on to achieve All Pro status in the NFL. La'Roi Glover put up numbers on the defensive side of ball that has him in the conversation to one day be inducted into the Football Hall of Fame. But his athletic ability is just part of the Glover Story. Here is an excerpt from PPR Podcast #219. You can watch, or listen, or both to this PPR podcast, and all the others , at your favorite Podcast gathering spot. Check out the Prep Pigskin Report YouTube page for a complete trip into the PPR world, and while there, do us a favor , hit the "like and subscribe" buttons. Hot Topics: 00:00-1:00 Introduction1:01-1:30 Working at SeaWorld2:53-3:22 Playing for Benny Edens3:22-5:28 Decision to play at SDSU6:45-7:30 Cut by Raiders11:10-:12:30 NFL: Game vs Show13:00-14:00 Playing Barcelona15:00-16:00 Coaching Goals17:22-18:10 Me vs US19:30-20:30 What are Defensive Line Coaches looking forTRT:26:01