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Inside the Headset with the AFCA

Inside the Headset with the AFCA

By: American Football Coaches Association
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Summary

Inside the Headset with the AFCA takes you in-depth with interviews, career breakdowns, and coaching development with football coaches around the country.All rights reserved Football (American)
Episodes
  • Tony Dungy, Former Head Coach - Indianapolis Colts
    May 7 2026

    On this week's episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Tony Dungy. In this conversation, Coach Dungy reflects on his journey from collegiate quarterback at the University of Minnesota to Super Bowl-winning NFL head coach.

    Coach Dungy shares lessons learned from legendary coaches like Chuck Noll, Bill Walsh, Marty Schottenheimer, and Dennis Green while discussing leadership, staff building, professional development, and the importance of leading through encouragement. He also opens up about navigating adversity, handling difficult seasons, building championship cultures in Tampa Bay and Indianapolis, and mentoring future coaches and players.

    The conversation also dives into Coach Dungy's experiences as one of the early African American NFL head coaches, what it takes to lead in today's NFL, and the advice that shaped his coaching philosophy throughout his Hall of Fame career.

    Follow Coach Dungy: @TonyDungy

    Be sure to follow Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm on your favorite podcast platform and subscribe for weekly conversations with coaches from across the football profession.

    Find more episodes here: https://linktr.ee/insidetheheadset

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    50 mins
  • Kaz Kazadi, Football & Human Performance Coach
    Apr 30 2026

    On this episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Kaz Kazadi, Football Human Performance Coach and member of the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association Board.

    Coach Kazadi shares his journey from a professional playing career into the strength and conditioning profession, along with the lessons learned through transitions across multiple programs. He discusses the role of energy and presence in coaching, and how those elements influence player development, relationships, and team culture.

    Follow Coach Kazadi: @muadianvita.kazadi

    🎧 Subscribe to Inside the Headset for weekly conversations with coaches across all levels of football.
    🔗 Listen to more episodes: https://linktr.ee/insidetheheadset

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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • Ricky Rahne, Head Coach - Old Dominion
    Apr 23 2026

    On this episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Ricky Rahne, Head Coach at Old Dominion.

    Coach Rahne shares his journey from collegiate quarterback to FBS head coach, including the key moments that shaped his path, the mentors who influenced his development, and the lessons learned through coaching transitions at multiple programs.

    He also discusses building an offensive identity, navigating career growth, and what it means to serve on the AFCA Board of Trustees in today's college football landscape.

    Key Topics:

    • Transition from player to coach
    • Early career opportunities and networking
    • Lessons from coaching transitions
    • Offensive development and leadership
    • Growth through multiple programs
    • Building a program at Old Dominion
    • Role with the AFCA Board of Trustees

    Follow:
    Twitter/X: @RickyRahne | @OldDominionFB

    Subscribe to Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm on your favorite podcast platform for new episodes every week.

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    59 mins
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