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Division 1 Rejects

Division 1 Rejects
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A show FOR the players, BY the players. D2, D3 & NAIA Football content year-round with live gameday shows on campus.

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Back with more guests, more topics, more rankings, more FUN! Thanks for tuning in and be sure to download the Small School HQ app!

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4:40 Reece Deitrick - Southwestern Oklahoma State

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From conquering bone cancer to Pike's Peak... this episode has IT ALL!!! So great to be back and joined by two phenomenal guests from places like Texas Lutheran and Indiana Wesleyan. Keep chatting small school football!

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This episode is a GREAT ONE! An inspirational story from double-amputee quarterback Calder Hodge followed by another QB from Mount Union in Mikey Maloney who has an AWESOME mindset to leading the Purple Raiders this fall. Tim and Kobe recap a big rec... more

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Washington & Jefferson Head Coach Mike Sirianni is the MAN. So excited to share this conversation with you all as we talk about the President's trip overseas and outlook on the 2026 season through his eyes with some hilarious stories mixed in.

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Recent Guests

Reece Deitrick
D3 to D2 quarterback, Southwestern Oklahoma State
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Episode: D1R 237 - Reece Deitrick & Dakota Ridgeway, D3 Top 25, Gagliardi Watchlist
Dakota Ridgeway
Wide receivers coach at Azusa Pacific, relaunching program
Azusa Pacific University
Episode: D1R 237 - Reece Deitrick & Dakota Ridgeway, D3 Top 25, Gagliardi Watchlist
Cam Ross
Offensive lineman who played at Texas Lutheran and moved up to East Texas A&M after overcoming cancer
East Texas A&M
Episode: D1R 236 - Cam Ross & Arjun Lothe, WILD NAIA Matchups
Arjun Lothe
Quarterback for Indiana Wesleyan, NAIA leading program
Indiana Wesleyan
Episode: D1R 236 - Cam Ross & Arjun Lothe, WILD NAIA Matchups
Calder Hodge
William Woods quarterback with a rare birth condition
William Woods University
Episode: D1R 235 - Calder Hodge & Mikey Maloney, Saint Francis 2026 preview, D2 NIL, New NAIA Team
Mikey Maloney
Mount Union quarterback
University of Mount Union
Episode: D1R 235 - Calder Hodge & Mikey Maloney, Saint Francis 2026 preview, D2 NIL, New NAIA Team
Mike Sirianni
Head football coach, Washington & Jefferson College
Washington & Jefferson College
Episode: D1R 234 - Mike Sirianni, 5-Year Eligibility, New Playoff Hack, Big Time Transfers
Diego Ryland
Associate Head Coach, Special Teams Coordinator, Running Back Coach at Virginia Union University
Virginia Union University
Episode: D1R 232 - Diego Ryland & Chris Stutzriem, Crazy Top 25 Rankings, NAIA vs D1
Chris Stutzriem
Head Coach at Bismarck State College
Bismarck State College
Episode: D1R 232 - Diego Ryland & Chris Stutzriem, Crazy Top 25 Rankings, NAIA vs D1

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Core on-air personalities with roots in smaller-program football, sharing coaching and player-development perspectives.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Hunter Chambers kills it

    Love this guy and his takes! They’re just too hot!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Littleguy2000
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many appreciate the emphasis on player pathways and real-world career journeys.
Fans value behind-the-scenes context on transfers and NIL in non-Power 5 environments.
Listeners praise practical coaching insights and stories from small programs.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

D1R 235 - Calder Hodge & Mikey Maloney, Saint Francis 2026 preview, D2 NIL, New NAIA Team
Q: How did Calder approach coaches during recruitment given his unique situation?
He was upfront about competing for a starting role, emphasized his desire to earn respect through performance, and avoided portraying himself as a charity case, which helped him secure opportunities.
D1R 209 - Tony Annese & Ferris State Dominance, NSIC 2025 Preview, TOP D3 Defenses
Q: How do you manage player development and the portal dynamics with your program?
Annese talks about balancing loyalty with reality, keeping relationships strong with players who transfer, and turning portal departures into teachable moments while maintaining a pipeline of talent through development and recruiting.
D1R 209 - Tony Annese & Ferris State Dominance, NSIC 2025 Preview, TOP D3 Defenses
Q: What's the status on Ferris State's indoor facility and how did it come about?
Coach Annese explains the project's phase approach, crediting the university president and the enrollment of a new president who saw the need to upgrade facilities, and describes the broader plan to include support facilities for other sports.
D1R 212 - Week 0 Reactions, Alex Bueno & Trent Grotjan
Q: How did Ferris State adapt after the quarterback change, and what does this mean for their ceiling this season?
Drew and Tim discussed Bauer's performance, suggesting the team might be deeper than expected at QB and that the offense has more weapons which could boost their ceiling.
D1R 212 - Week 0 Reactions, Alex Bueno & Trent Grotjan
Q: What was it like stepping into your first start and managing the game in an upset?
Alex Bueno described the nerves and preparation, emphasizing the 'no flinch' mentality and the belief that the game plan could be executed despite the pressure.

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What is Division 1 Rejects about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show focuses on football at smaller programs across D2, D3, and NAIA, with a heavy emphasis on coaching philosophies, program-building, recruiting realities, player development, and life after college football. Episodes frequently explore transfer dynamics, NIL implications for non-Power Five schools, and pathways to the pros through D2/D3/NAIA routes, all grounded in real-world coaching stories, locker-room culture, and the business side of running small programs. A notable edge is the blend of scouting insight, behind-the-scenes program turnover, and personal journeys from players and coaches who navigate limited resources to achieve visibility and success. For prospective guests and sponsors, the show offers access to a dedicated au... more

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Recent guests on Division 1 Rejects include:

1. Reece Deitrick
2. Dakota Ridgeway
3. Cam Ross
4. Arjun Lothe
5. Calder Hodge
6. Mikey Maloney
7. Mike Sirianni
8. Diego Ryland

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