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Football 360 Show Notes - Kickoff Week Special

• Kickoff Week Excitement
• • • Discussing the anticipation of the football season, emphasizing the excitement around kickoff week.
    • Mention of the summer flying by and how football is now a year-round sport.

• High School Football

  • Thursday night marks the beginning of the high school football season.
  • Emphasis on how quickly a program can become relevant with new coaches and the transfer portal.

• College Football

  • Recap of last week's college football games, including Florida State's disappointing performance and Georgia Tech's rise.
  • Impact of the transfer portal and NIL on college football's landscape.
  • Discussion on how schools like Mizzou and Murray State are preparing with new rosters and coaching staff.

• Local College Teams

  • Lindenwood vs. Kansas game preview; excitement around Lindenwood's growth and talent recruitment.
  • SEMO’s FCS kickoff against North Alabama; highlighting the standout performance of Peyton Brown, a rising freshman star.

• Player Spotlights

  • In-depth discussion on Peyton Brown’s early success and his future potential.
  • Comparison between Peyton and his brother Preston, noting the potential for future recruitment by bigger programs.

• High School to College Transition

  • Advice for high school players on how to prepare and make the most of their opportunities.
  • Importance of relationships with opposing coaches and how they can impact college recruitment.

• Social Media and Player Perception

  • Discussion on the social media culture among high school players, focusing on the importance of performance over appearance.
  • Warning against putting too much emphasis on "drip" and not enough on performance.

• Game Week Observations

  • Reflections on players' preparations seen during recent jamborees.
  • Commentary on the difference between players who are truly ready and those who are more focused on appearance.

• Closing Thoughts

  • Encouragement to players to make the most of their final high school season.
  • Reminder that it’s never too late to put in the work, but also recognizing the challenges of getting noticed by colleges in the senior year.
  • Positive note on second chances and the potential for late bloomers to succeed.

• Sign-Off

  • Teasing upcoming segments on specific high school games and players to watch this season.
  • Thanking viewers for tuning in and encouraging them to stay connected throughout the season.