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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