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April 22, 2025 41 mins

Michael Silver from The Athletic joins Christian Fauria to discuss his unique Hall of Fame induction, his latest book 'The Why is Everything: A Story of Football and Revolution,' and the upcoming 2025 NFL draft. Silver shares stories about coaching legends like Mike and Kyle Shanahan, insights into NFL draft strategy, and the significance of coaching trees stemming from Bill Walsh. The episode also delves into player development, the evolution of football coaching, and personal anecdotes from Silver's career and experiences.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Hall of Fame Credentials

01:11 High School Memories with Steve Kerr

02:27 Discussing the Book: The Why is Everything

03:31 Mike Shanahan's Influence and Coaching Philosophy

07:13 Innovations in Coaching and Player Treatment

10:06 The Rise of Young Coaches and Their Unique Approaches

14:55 Adapting NFL Schemes to Player Strengths

20:21 The Evolution of Mobile Quarterbacks in the NFL

22:55 The Impact of Coaching Trees on the NFL

27:16 The NFL Draft: Hype vs. Reality

35:08 Traits for Success in Coaching

37:45 Anecdotes from the Field: TC McCartney's Story

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