Leadership Blueprints is a podcast dedicated to helping leaders align teams, navigate chaos, and accomplish the mission. Hosted by BJ Kraemer—West Point graduate, combat veteran, and President & CEO of MCFA—this show dives into the principles, stories, and strategies behind effective leadership. With a background in military service and experience leading teams in business, infrastructure, and complex projects, BJ understands that success comes down to execution, adaptability, and leading pe ...
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Former NFL scouts Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks break down the latest news and action around the league from a scout’s perspective. The duo are regularly joined by top NFL player personnel executives to bring you the in-depth analysis that you can only get from NFL Media.
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Is Love the Missing Metric of High-Performance Leadership?
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40:11Joining BJ on the show today to discuss the finance side of real estate is Ward Fitzgerald. He is the former CEO and Senior Managing Principal of Exeter Property Group, which was acquired by EQT in 2021. Ward is now the current CEO of ExCorde Capital, a real estate investment platform that delivers unprecedented value creation with a strong focus o…
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Giants Bench Wilson for Dart, MNF Recap, Rookie Draft + Coordinator of the Week!
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34:42Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks kick things off with a discussion on the Giants’ decision to bench Russell Wilson in favor of Jaxson Dart ahead of their Week 4 match up against the Chargers.(0:50) Then, the duo recap the Lions win over the Ravens on Monday night (5:33) and run through the leftovers from Week 3. (12:27) Finally, the guys make their…
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Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks, and Brian Baldinger break down the biggest games from Week 3 of the 2025 season. DJ opens up the show with a tribute to his longtime friend and former Appalachian State teammate, Shawn Clark. Then, the guys break down the NFC Divisional Round rematch between the Rams and Eagles (02:35), before diving into Broncos-Char…
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Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks return with a new episode of Move the Sticks. They break down every 0-2 team, analyzing the likelihood of each turning their season around. (01:38) Then, DJ and Bucky shift to the undefeated squads, explaining which teams look like legitimate Super Bowl contenders and which ones might be fool’s gold. Move the Sticks…
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Operating Instructions for Backup QB’s in 2025
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24:46Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks dissect the evolving value of the backup quarterback position in today’s NFL. (00:00) With five teams set to start their No. 2 in Week 3, the guys go beyond the surface to examine how their coaching staffs can adjust game plans, manage protections, and structure the passing game to give their backups the best chance…
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Week 3 Rookie Draft, Rookie Check-In + NFC Super Bowl Contenders!
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19:19On the latest Move the Sticks, Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks and Rhett Lewis make their Week 3 Rookie Draft picks before checking in on how the rookie draft class has fared through two weeks of the NFL season. Plus, they analyze the biggest Super Bowl contenders in the NFC. Move the Sticks is part of the NFL Podcasts Network. NOTE: Timecodes approx…
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What If the Most Underrated Leadership Tool Was Simply… Get More Sleep?
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56:02Listening to people is the most powerful tool a leader has! Today on Leadership Blueprints, we head back to the high seas with another Navy guest, Dr. John Cordle. In this conversation, you’ll hear about John’s fascinating career from active duty in the Navy to writing to coaching other writers. We delve into John’s transition from active duty to w…
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MNF Double-header Recap, Coordinator of the Week + the Rest of Week 2
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34:55Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks, and Rhett Lewis kick things off recapping Monday night double-header, which saw the Chargers clamp down on the Raiders offense (0:54) and the Buccaneers snatch a comeback victory over the Texans. (6:20) Then, the trio break down the rest of the games from the Week 2 slate including Bears-Lions (9:36), Browns-Ravens (1…
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Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks, and Brian Baldinger break down the biggest games from Week 2 of the 2025 season. The guys start with the Super Bowl rematch between the Eagles and Chiefs (1:24), then dive into Jaguars-Bengals (9:24), Giants-Cowboys (16:18), Seahawks-Steelers, (26:00), Broncos-Colts (34:14) and Falcons-Vikings. (40:30) Move the Sticks…
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Week 2 NFL Preview + Why Jon Gruden Belongs in College Football
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20:16Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks are back with a new episode of Move the Sticks. Throughout the show, the guys preview Week 2 of the NFL regular season by looking at the most intriguing matchups and the key factors that could decide each game. (01:20) Then, DJ and Bucky weigh in on whether or not Jon Gruden would be a good fit to be a head coach in…
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Chiefs - Eagles Preview and Roster Building Trends with Mike Mayock
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38:46Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks welcome former colleague and Raiders GM Mike Mayock onto the show to preview the highly-anticipated Super Bowl LIX rematch between the Chiefs and Eagles. Together, they analyze the keys to victory for both teams and explain which factors will mean the most when the teams meet on Sunday. Then, Mike shares his thought…
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How Do Innovation and Risk Shape the Next Era of Infrastructure?
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47:54In the infrastructure world, uncertainty is a growth killer. When projects stall, the entire industry feels the pain. Today, we're diving into this issue with a special guest, Jill Jamieson. Jill, the CEO of Illuminati Infrastructure and an amateur endurance athlete, knows a thing or two about pushing through challenges. Join their conversation as …
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Week 2 Rookie Draft, Coordinator of the Week and TNF Preview
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22:14On the latest Move the Sticks, Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks and Rhett Lewis make their Week 2 Rookie Draft picks (03:49) before introducing a new segment, Coordinator of the Week (09:17). The guys spotlight Jets OC Tanner Engstrand after an impressive debut against the Steelers, then wrap up with a preview of Thursday Night Football between the Co…
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Move The Sticks 2025 Season Podcast Schedule
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2:29DJ and Bucky discuss what to expect from the podcast during the 2025 season, including a new segment and guest announcements. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NFL
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Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks, and Rhett Lewis kick things off recapping the Vikings’ win over the Bears on Monday Night Football, analyzing J.J. McCarthy’s impressive 4th quarter and Ben Johnson’s questionable decision-making at the end of the game (2:30). Then, the trio break down the rest of the games from the Week 1 slate including Bengals-Brow…
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Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks, and Brian Baldinger break down all the action from a loaded Week 1 on Move the Sticks. The guys start with the instant-classic between the Ravens and Bills (01:43), then dive into Steelers-Jets (11:25), Giants-Commanders (18:25), Lions-Packers (27:55), Buccaneers-Falcons (37:32), Dolphins-Colts (41:29), Titans-Broncos…
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Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks are back with a new episode of Move the Sticks. Throughout the show, the guys preview Week 1 of the NFL regular season by sharing the one thing they want to learn from each game. Find out what the guys are looking forward to in every game from Week 1 in this episode. Move the Sticks is a part of the NFL Podcasts Net…
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Week 1 Kickoff Games Preview: Cowboys at Eagles, Chiefs at Chargers (from Sao Paulo, Brazil)
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24:16Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks and Rhett Lewis kick off the show previewing the first game of the 2025 NFL season as the Cowboys take on the Super Bowl champion Eagles. They analyze how the loss of Micah Parsons will impact Dallas’ chances of slowing down the Eagles dynamic offense and break down what the next step of Vic Fangio’s defense will look …
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From Summer Sand to Fall Focus- How Do We Embrace the Change of Seasons?
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12:34During this solo episode, BJ Kraemer reflects on the transition from summer to fall - a season that naturally invites change, renewal, and a re-centering of priorities. Drawing from personal experiences and leadership lessons, BJ explores how leaders can embrace shifts in rhythm, energy, and focus to better serve their teams and organizations. Join…
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Week 1 Rookie Draft and College Football Week 1 Recap
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21:48Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks and Rhett Lewis recap the first week of college football and analyze the diverse offenses seen across the college level. Bucky laments his Tar Heels after Bill Belichick’s debut as UNC head coach resulted in a tough loss to TCU. (00:40) Then, the guys weigh in on Arch Manning’s disappointing debut as starting quarterba…
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40s and Free Agents: Drafting The NFC's Super Bowl Winner
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39:10Gregg Rosenthal and Daniel Jeremiah look ahead to the 2025 NFL season and draft who they think has the best chance at winning in the Super Bowl in the AFC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NFL
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40s and Free Agents: Drafting The AFC's Super Bowl Winner
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34:15Gregg Rosenthal and Daniel Jeremiah look ahead to the 2025 NFL season and draft who they think has the best chance at winning in the Super Bowl in the AFC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NFL
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Panini Senior Bowl Executive Director Drew Fabianich on Building a Great College Football Program
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24:14Panini Senior Bowl Executive Director Drew Fabianich joins Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks to share his journey from longtime Cowboys scout to his new role leading the Senior Bowl. He shares his concern with the state of college football, details the 2026 Senior Bowl Top 300 List and breaks down what it takes to thrive as a college GM in today’s g…
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40s and Free Agents: The AFC East's 5 Impact Additions and Rookies
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33:25The AFC East is the topic of discussion on the latest episode of 40s and Free Agents, as Gregg Rosenthal and Daniel Jeremiah cover major additions and rookies for the New England Patriots, Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins and New York Jets. The duo has analysis on players including Miami's Ollie Gordon II & Minkah Fitzpatrick, New England's Milton Wil…
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40s and Free Agents: Micah Parsons Traded to the Packers Reaction!
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23:42Gregg Rosenthal and Daniel Jeremiah give their reactions to the blockbuster trade that sent Micah Parsons from Dallas to the Green Bay Packers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NFL
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Kyle Hamilton’s Historic Deal & Week 1 College Football Preview
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31:45Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks open the show by breaking down Kyle Hamilton’s record-setting extension with the Ravens and discussing the value of the safety position in today’s NFL. The guys then dive into how top offensive coaches are building their rosters and highlight other major roster moves around the league. After the break, they shift to…
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Can "Deep Before Wide" be The Key to Career and Organizational Success?
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22:51During this episode, we're speaking with an owner who oversees a large-scale operation, managing not only the organization's mission but also its extensive facilities and infrastructure. Ashley Johnson is the Senior Manager for 2700 individuals in the command at the Naval Surface Warfare Centre, a large industrial facility with full-spectrum capabi…
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40s and Free Agents: The NFC East's 5 Impact Additions and Rookies + Commanders Extend WR Terry McLaurin
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40:4440s and Free Agents makes it way to the NFC East, where Gregg Rosenthal and Daniel Jeremiah share their favorite additions to the Dallas Cowboys, Washington Commanders, Philadelphia Eagles and New York Giants. The duo starts with the Commanders, where veteran additions like Deebo Samuel, Laremy Tunsil and Von Miller dominate the discussion. Then, D…
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Terry McLaurin Gets Paid, Howie Strikes Again and Overall Preseason Takeaways!
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36:06Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks kick off the show by breaking down Terry McLaurin’s three-year, $96M extension with the Washington Commanders, highlighting how he’s utilized in the offense and what separates him from other elite receivers in the league. Next, the guys dive into Howie Roseman’s latest move, finding value at the quarterback position…
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40s and Free Agents: The NFC South's 5 Impact Additions and Rookies
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34:54The NFC South is the topic of discussion on the latest episode of 40s and Free Agents. Gregg Rosenthal and Daniel Jeremiah share their favorite additions to a division that includes the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers and New Orleans Saints. Players discussed include Bucs rookie wide receiver Emeka Egbuka, Falcons rookie pa…
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Cowboys Doc, Bagent’s Breakthrough & College Football Storylines
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29:19Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks kick off the show with an update on Bucky’s preparation for another season as head football coach at Granada Hills High School, before diving into the new Jerry Jones documentary, America’s Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys. Next, the guys break down recent end-of-roster trades as teams finalize their 53-man rosters…
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40s and Free Agents: The AFC South's 5 Impact Additions and Rookies
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31:27Gregg Rosenthal and Daniel Jeremiah continue their division-by-division series on the key additions around the NFL -- this time with the AFC South. Covering the Jacksonville Jaguars, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts and Tennessee Titans, the duo shares its respective impact players with Rosenthal handling veterans and Jeremiah covering rookies. S…
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What Happens When Schools and Sports Focus on Character First?
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34:32Do you ever wonder how we can help students become their best selves, build positive relationships, and help them see that being ‘good’ is actually cool? In this episode of Leadership Blueprints, we are joined by Jeff Bryan, co-founder of the Positivity Project, an organization that empowers students to build character, take accountability, and str…
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Daniel Jones and Joe Flacco Named Starters + Biggest Takeaways from Preseason Week 2
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37:26Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks kick off the show by analyzing the Browns and Colts' decisions to name their starting quarterbacks, offering insight and advice for the newly appointed backups. (5:48) Next, DJ and Bucky dive into Week 2 of the preseason, highlighting offensive improvements in Chicago and Seattle under new offensive coordinators. Th…
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40s and Free Agents: The AFC North's 5 Impact Additions and Rookies
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34:30Gregg Rosenthal and Daniel Jeremiah give you their five biggest impact additions and rookies for the AFC North. Find out why Gregg and DJ think players like Malaki Starks, Jaire Alexander, Shedeur Sanders, Aaron Rodgers, Jalen Ramsey and more will have a major impact for their teams next season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Second-Year WRs to Watch & the NFL’s Top Defensive Fronts
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32:07On the latest episode of Move the Sticks, Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks kick off the show with a debate over whether teams should play their starters in preseason games and how much that decision impacts getting off to a fast start when the regular season kicks off. From there, they shift focus to the young talent on the rise, breaking down the …
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Can Technical Experts Become Transformational Leaders?
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38:55After you retire, the most important thing you take from your career is the legacy you leave. In this episode, we’re joined by John Carter, a retired Navy Captain and the Founder of the Leadership Bridge Institute, for a deep dive into the power of leadership and legacy, from the key skills that facilitate organizational impact to the paradox of be…
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40s and Free Agents: The NFC North's 5 Impact Additions and Rookies
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29:26On the latest episode of 40s and Free Agents with Gregg Rosenthal and Daniel Jeremiah, the duo shares their five respective impact additions for the NFC North. In a highly contested division consisting of the Detroit Lions, Minnesota Vikings, Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears, incoming rookies like Matthew Golden, Colston Loveland, Tate Ratledge …
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On the latest episode of the Move the Sticks podcast, Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks share their biggest takeaways from Week 1 of the preseason, from Jaguars kicker Cam Little’s 70-yard field goal to Shedeur Sanders’ debut, and much more! Move the Sticks is part of the NFL Podcast Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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40s and Free Agents: The AFC West’s 5 Impact Additions and Rookies
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33:17Gregg Rosenthal and Daniel Jeremiah are back! On the latest episode of 40s and Free Agents, the duo looks toward the new season and shares their picks for biggest additions to the AFC West. Find out why players like Omarion Hampton, Josh Simmons, Dre Greenlaw, Evan Engram, Ashton Jeanty and more will make a major impact for their new squad next sea…
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Inside Cowboys Camp: Joint Practice with Rams + Will McClay & Malik Hooker Join the Show
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37:47In this special episode of Move the Sticks, Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks are on the ground in Oxnard, California for Cowboys training camp. With the Cowboys hosting a joint practice with the Los Angeles Rams, the guys break down what they saw from both squads and dive into key takeaways. They’re also joined by Cowboys VP of Player Personnel Wil…
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Have you ever paused to consider the real reason you’re not growing- personally, professionally, or as a business? In today’s solo episode of Leadership Blueprints, host BJ Kraemer shares a personal and powerful reflection on the limiting beliefs that often hold us back. From insecurities to self-doubt, BJ explores how these internal narratives can…
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40s and Free Agents: The NFC West’s 5 Impact Additions and Rookies
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34:01Gregg Rosenthal and Daniel Jeremiah are back! On the latest episode of 40s and Free Agents, the duo looks toward the new season and shares their picks for biggest additions to the NFC West. Find out why players like Davante Adams, Tory Horton, Bryce Huff, Josaiah Stewart, Calais Campbell and more will make a major impact for their new squad next se…
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Ben Johnson’s Tough Love for Caleb Williams & NFC Challengers to the Eagles
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35:02On the latest Move the Sticks, Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks break down the top storylines from training camp and decide whether each one deserves real concern. The guys dive into Ben Johnson’s tough coaching approach with QB Caleb Williams, J.J. McCarthy’s development, and whether Jordan Love has enough experience under his belt to make the lea…
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Chargers-Lions HOF Game Reactions + Micah Parsons & Terry McLaurin Request Trades
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29:42On the latest episode of Move the Sticks, Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks share their biggest takeaways from the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game between the Chargers and Lions, including early impressions of rookies, standout performances, and what each team showed in Canton. Then, the guys dive into the contract standoffs brewing across the league…
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What’s the point of reading if it doesn’t improve your life and work? In the second installment of the Pages to Projects summer series, BJ Kraemer explores why reading alone isn't enough; true leadership development requires learning. Drawing from personal experience, business coaching insights, and frameworks like the West Point leadership develop…
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Cam Newton Snubs Jalen Hurts, Russell Wilson Named Starter & Dispute in Dallas
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32:48On the latest episode of Move the Sticks, Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks react to Cam Newton’s viral remarks about Jalen Hurts following the release of the NFL executives’ top 10 quarterback list. With training camps in full swing, the guys dive into the biggest headlines around the league, including Justin Fields’ toe injury, what to expect from…
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All leaders are readers. That’s why we’re kicking off a three-part series on the books and stories that have influenced our leadership philosophy. Whether you’re a reader or an audiobook listener, this series is packed with recommendations that contain essential wisdom you can apply to your life. To kick off our series, BJ shares his thoughts on wh…
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MCFA: Make Chiefs Fun Again + Why Mentorship Matters for Young QBs
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29:50In the latest episode, Daniel Jeremiah and Bucky Brooks react to the Chiefs and George Karlaftis agreeing to a four-year, $93 million contract extension. That leads DJ to introduce a new acronym, MCFA: Make Chiefs Fun Again, as the guys break how dominance in the backfield is crucial for becoming more vertical and explosive Then, they discuss Vikin…
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Jets Lock In Stars, Execs’ Top 10 QBs, and the 2nd-Round Contract Standoff
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44:10In the latest episode, Bucky Brooks is joined by draft analyst Lance Zierlein for a deep dive into some of the biggest storylines across the NFL. The duo kicks things off with the New York Jets’ bold moves, securing their core by making Sauce Gardner the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history and locking in Garrett Wilson with a new extension. Buck…
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