Scouting the League

All you need to know about all things football. Former NFL Scout, Rodrik David, along with founder of Inside the League, Neil Stratton, discuss all things football, with those deep in the industry. Scouting, analytics, salary cap, speed training and so much more. We ask the questions that the casual football fan may never think about with those that are and have been in the industry. If you want to know ball - this is the podcast for you.

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Tyrus Wheat - Mississippi State
A versatile piece that will have plenty of eyes watching him through the pre-draft process.  Inside Linebacker, Sam Linebacker, Edge rusher?  Where will he fall?  The Copiah Lincoln transfer to Mississippi State has all sorts of ball production.  #2 Tyrus Wheat is a fun player.
13 min
102
Stetson Bennett - Georgia Bulldogs
From walk-on to Jones CC and back to backup.  Waiting for his chance and taking advantage when he got it - Stetson Bennett is a QB that has proved people wrong every step of the way.  Will the Heisman Finalist become a 2x National Champion? And what does the NFL hold for him?
15 min
103
#6 Taron Vincent - Ohio State
With the pedigree, bloodlines and playtime NFL teams want - DL Taron Vincent will be a guy with eyes on him in the College Football Playoff.
15 min
104
DE #91 Taylor Upshaw - Michigan Wolverines
One of the edge defenders that has helped the Wolverine Defense make it all the way to #2 and into the College Football Playoff.  A 5th year player at Defensive End - Taylor Upshaw
11 min
105
Max Duggan - TCU
After one of the gutsiest performances by a player I can remember, the TCU Horned Frogs were still able to get into the CFP - led my QB Max Duggan who will be looking for redemption vs Michigan.  A QB who will have an NFL future.
11 min
106
Decision MakingTime
Declaring for the NFL Draft, returning to school for another year or entering the transfer portal.  Decision that come with a ton of questions and infinite outcomes.  Make the best decision you can by asking the right questions- questions we discuss here.
15 min
107
Yaya Diaby - Louisville
A versatile defensive lineman that will be heading to Mobile for the 2023 Senior Bowl.  #6 Yaya Diaby is a player with a bright future.
10 min
108
Jack Campbell - Iowa
True 4th year Inside Linebacker out of Cedar Falls, Iowa - a guy that was destined to be a Hawkeye - #31 Jack Campbell
9 min
109
Happy Thanksgiving from The Scouting Report
It can be time of great elation or a time of sobering reality.  No matter where you are at and what your situation is - choose to be thankful.
3 min
110
Wednesday Special - Mike McCartney
One of the most unique backgrounds in the agent world, Mike McCartney has worked as a coach, scout and now agent.  His unique perspective has allowed him to be a top agent in the football world now working with Vayner Sports.  We talk to Mike about his 30+ years in football and all it has encompassed.  Whether you are a coach, scout or agent, there is something here for you.
44 min
111
Andrew Vorhees - Southern California
One of the most experienced offensive lineman in the country headed into the 2023 draft.  A man that has played both guard spots as well as left tackle.  #72 Andrew Vorhees of the Southern California Trojans.
11 min
112
Andre Carter - EDGE/OLB - Army
West Point edge rusher that will play hand up or hand down, #34 Andre Carter.  The Army defensive player has a bright future and is going to have teams lined up for him.
13 min
113
Wednesday Special with Jesse Ackerman
From the college ranks to an NFL Weight Room - Jesse Ackerman has worked with both premier programs and the absolute best athletes.  Pull back the curtain on all things Strength and Conditioning with one someone who has been in the grind.
58 min
114
O’Cyrus Torrence - Florida Gators
A massive man that started his career at Louisiana before following Coach Napier to Florida.  O’Cyrus Torrence OG #54
12 min
115
Brenton Cox Jr. - Edge - Florida/Georgia
A one time top recruit and Georgia Dawg that transferred to Florida and made a name with the Gators there. #1 Brenton Cox Jr, now officially declared for the 2023 NFL Draft.  Where will the EDGE rusher go?
12 min
116
Wednesday Special with Mike Rittelmann
College all star games are fast approaching and the Director of Scouting and Player Personnel, Mike Rittelmann, jumps on to discuss this years game and all the great aspects of the week at the College Gridiron Showcase.  From the Small School Showcase to some of the NFL All-Pro’s that attended the event, there is something in here for everyone.
25 min
117
Luke Schoonmaker - TE - Michigan
5th year TE playing for the Wolverines.  #86 Luke Schoonmaker
11 min
118
NFL Trade Deadline
Whether your team made a move or stood pat - the NFL Trade Deadline is always full of storylines.  But from a team building and scouting perspective - what does the trade deadline really entail.  We discuss some of the big trades that went down this week and how those teams are moving forward.  Russ Bolinger is back on to discuss - you won’t want to miss it.
43 min
119
Ruke Orhorhoro - Clemson Tigers
Big defensive lineman from Clemson - Ruke Orhorhoro
11 min
120
Dee Winters - TCU
Horned Frog LB - #13 Dee Winters
9 min
121
Phil Jurkovec - Boston College
A one time Notre Dame signal caller now wearing a different color gold for Boston College #5 QB Phil Jurkovec
13 min
122
Jaelyn Duncan - Maryland
Long time starting Left Tackle for the Terrapins - #71 Jaelyn Duncan
12 min
123
Wednesday Special - John Pont
A football man through and through, John Pont has worked in coaching, recruiting, strength and conditioning and about anything else you can think of in a football building.  With stops at Akron, Miami of Ohio, Colorado State, North Texas, North Alabama, Florida State, Case Western Reserve, University of Chicago and now Indiana, John has a wide and unique perspective from all aspects of football.  Dive into what it takes to make it in football, what coaches are doing right in the game today, and hear advice if you are wanting to make it in the football world.
29 min
124
Deantre Prince - Ole Miss
From Ole Miss to NE Mississippi CC and back to Oxford- CB Deantre Prince.
11 min
125
Xavier Hutchinson - Iowa State
All he does is catch passes. After 2 years at Blinn CC he transferred to Iowa State where he has been one of the best in the Big 12 at catching passes. #8 Xavier Hutchinson
11 min