Saturday2Sunday Football Podcast

In the eight part of our Skill Acquisition Seminar Series, Matt is joined by (@TBoggsOLP). Taylor is a Coach at Offensive Line Performance (OLP). Taylor as played offensive line at both collegiate and NFL level. In this episode we discuss how the principles of skill acquisition have impacted the coaching and evaluation of the offensive lineman. To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)

In the seventh part of our Skill Acquisition Seminar Series, Matt is joined by Rich Bartel (@CoachRichBartel). Rich is a nationally-known Quarterback trainer. Rich has played the quarterback position at the high school, collegiate and NFL levels. In this episode we discuss how the principles of skill acquisition have impacted the coaching and evaluation of the quarterback position. To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)

In the sixth part of our Skill Acquisition Seminar Series, Matt is joined by Andy Ryland (@USAFootballMT). Andy is the Sr. Manager of Football Development at USA Football and Skills Coach in Tackle Technique. Andy is also a former Penn State University Linebacker, Rugby All-American, USA Eagle and Bucknell OLB Coach. In this episode we discuss the Vision-Decision-Action (VDA) Cycle and how this paradigm can help us better understand the behaviors of players on the field as a coaches and evaluators.   To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)

In the fifth part of our Skill Acquisition Seminar Series, Matt is joined by Scott Salwasser (@TTU_CoachSal ). Scott is the Director of Speed & Power Development at Texas Tech University. In this episode we discuss the applications of the principles of skill acquisition in American Footbll. We examine a variety of topics including play speed and the role of astrength and conditioning coach. To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)

In the fourth part of our Skill Acquisition Seminar Series, Matt is joined by Michael Zweifel (@BBAPerformance). Michael Zweifel is a Sports Performance Coach. NCAA Record Holder. Former NFL. Wisconsinite. Michael is the Owner and Head of Sports Performance at Building Better Athletes (BBA).In this episode we discuss how to apply the principles of skill acquisition within the coaching and evaluation of American football. Michael's unique journey offers tremendous insights. To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)

In the third part of our Skill Acquisition Seminar Series, Matt is joined by Dr. Fergus Connollyy (@Fergus_Connolly). Connolly is a performance expert who has applied performance science with leading sports, military, and business teams. He has worked with professional teams in soccer (Liverpool, Bolton Wanderers), the NFL and college football (San Francisco 49s and University of Michigan) and rugby (Welsh national team). Dr. Connolly is the author of 'Game Changer' and you can find can find his work at fergusconnolly.com. In this episode, they discuss the principled nature of "the game" and how the methods and practices of movement science and skill acquisition are impacting coaching and evaluation. To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)

In the second part of our Skill Acquisition Seminar Series, Matt is joined by Rob Gray (@ShakeyWaits ). Rob is an Experimental Psychologist at Arizona State University, sports scientist, driving researcher and training consultant. Rob is also the host of the Perception & Action Podcast.  In this episode we discuss the meaning of functional movement and the importance of movement variability in sport with many examples pertaining to American football. To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)

In the first part of our Skill Acquisition Seminar Series, Matt is joined by Shawn Myszka (@MovementMiyagi) of Movement Mastery. Shawn is a performance advisor for NFL players, a sport movement specialist, an educator & presenter. Shawn is also the author of the website entitled Football Beyond The Stats:Breaking Down On-Field Movement of the Game's Best. In this episode we discuss many of the foundational principles of skill acquisition and how these principles can impact coaches and evaluators of American football. To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)

Paul and Matt were joined special guest, Mike Clay (@MikeClayNFL) of ESPN. The first discussion is how Mike utilizes his 2018 projections for the rookies when determining his dynasty rankings of them. Next, they discuss the rookie running backs and how first round rookie running backs often produce very high end relevant fantasy seasons.  In this conversation, Clay discusses his thoughts on Saquon Barkley and Rashaad Penny and the impact they could have in year one. After talking about some more of the rookie running backs and their year one opportunity and long term upside, the discussion shifted the rookie wide receivers. Clay discusses that while he likes some of the long term upside of the class, he is not looking to actively buy any in dynasty if the cost is too high. Clay discusses his thoughts on Tre'Quan Smith and D.J. Chark and why he thinks they are being undervalued in rookie drafts. He also discusses his feelings on the Green Bay Packers wide receiver group and how one of the rookie receivers could emerge and become fantasy viable. In the next segments, Clay gives his thoughts on the rookie tight end class and his top six rookie quarterbacks rankings for dynasty leagues. In the final question of the night, Clay gives three sleepers that he is looking to possibly acquire in rookie drafts that could pay off big dividends if they are given the opportunity at some point in the future. To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)

Paul and Matt are joined by special guest, Christopher Harris (@HarrisFootball) of HarrisFootball. They start the show by discussing the running back position and how it is evolving in the NFL. Chris discusses Saquon Barkley and how he rates to any other rookie running backs over the last 10 years. Next, Chris discusses some of his thoughts on the other top rookie running backs and also how they rate compared to the 2017 class. Following the running back talk, they discuss why so many first round rookie wide receivers have struggled since the 2014. Next, Chris discusses his feelings on some of the top wide receivers from the 2018 class and why he does not see a lot of star power from the group. In the final segment, they discuss the tight end and quarterback positions. Chris discusses his feelings on a few of the 2018 rookies at each position and his thoughts on some of the 2017 rookies like Deshaun Watson, O.J. Howard, and David Njoku. To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)

Paul and Matt are joined by special guest, Sigmund Bloom (@sigmundbloom) of  Football Guys. The three of them start the show by discussing some of the the 2018 Running Backs and their landing spots. Bloom discusses why Rashaad Penny will not be on any of his dynasty or redraft teams. Next, Bloom discusses how he has the the top 8 rookie running backs ranked and his thoughts on some of the guys in the next tier(s) such as Nyheim Hines, Kalen Ballage, John Kelly and Boston Scott. In the next segment, the three of them talk 2018 WR prospects. Bloom discusses how many running backs he would take in rookie drafts before pivoting to the WR position. Bloom also discusses why he likes Christian Kirk, what wide receivers make up his top 7 at the position, his love of Keke Coutee, his feelings on Dante Pettis, Jordan Lasley and his thoughts on the Colts and Packers rookie receivers. Next, the three of them discuss some of the 2018 Tight Ends. Bloom discusses where he would be willing to invest in each of the top prospects at the position and why he prefers the value of picking some some late round tight ends such as Jordan Akins and Tyler Conklin. In the final segment of the night, Bloom discusses the 2018 Quarterback class and why he loves Lamar Jackson as his clear QB1 from the class and the order of the remaining top five at the position. To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)

Paul is joined by Doug Green (@bigboardIDP) of Dynasty League Football to discuss IDP Rookie Rankings. Doug gives his top 10 rookie linebackers for Dynasty IDP leagues, plus a discussion on a bunch of sleepers and prospects to have on your radar late in drafts. Next, they discuss some of the pass rushing linebackers to target if people play in big play IDP leagues. In the next segment, Doug gives his top five rankings for the defensive line and also discusses some defensive tackles that intrigue him for deep leagues and why he is not that high on Marcus Davenport. In the final segment of the show, Doug discusses his top five defensive backs and some sleepers that may be more valuable in certain league scoring settings. To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)

Paul is joined by special guest Matt Waldman, author of the Rookie Scouting Portfolio. The  two of them start out discussing some of the landing spots of the 2018 running backs, including a lengthy discussion on Rashaad Penny and Nick Chubb and Matt's thoughts on many of the other top running backs and some sleepers from day three. Next, the two discuss the 2018 wide receiver class. The discussion focuses on Dante Pettis and Calvin Ridley, with thoughts on many of the other top receivers in the class. To end the show, Matt discusses his quick thoughts on where some of the tight ends landed and some of the top quarterbacks as well. To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)

Paul and Matt are joined by special guest, Eliot Christ @EliotCrist) of 4For4 Football and host of the Daily Draft podcast. The three of the discuss landing spots, dynasty rookie rankings and some sleepers from the 2018 NFL Draft. To close out the show, the three of them do a one round, Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft. To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)

Paul and Matt are joined by special guest, Matt Williamson (@WilliamsonNFL) of Williamsonfootball.com and cohost of the Dynasty Blueprint Podcast. The three of them discuss Matt's dynasty rookie rankings, landing spots of many of the top offensive prospects and overall takes on many of the top rookies from the 2018 NFL Draft class. To Purchase the Premium Content which includes the 2018 Scouting Notebook (Draft Guide), Rankings/Tiers Notebook, Freshman Notebook, and Draft Projections notebook, click here. Sponsor: Scouting Academy Hosts: Matt Caraccio (@matty_S2S) Paul Perdichizzi (@paulie23ny) Editor: David Nakano (@kawikaNakano) Website: Saturday2SundayFootball (@s2sfootball)