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The Deep Ball Podcast

Keenan Curran & Samuel Akem
Junior Bergen
National Football League
Montana
NFL
Montana Grizzlies
NFL Draft
Cal Poly
New Orleans Saints
Missoula, United States
NIL
San Francisco 49ers
Sacramento State
Montana State University
Ottawa Redblacks
CFL
Samori Toure
Bozeman, United States
Big Sky Conference
Tennessee Titans
Mikey D'amato

The Deep Ball Podcast features Samuel Akem and Keenan Curran in conversations with football coaches, players, and true students of the game. From in-depth interviews to solo episodes breaking down the stories and topics we care about most, the show delivers insight, personality, and entertainment for anyone who lives and breathes football. Follow along for thoughtful discussion, behind-the-scenes ... more

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In this week's Deep Ball Podcast, Keenan and Samuel are joined by Marquis Buchanan. The Rhode Island WR who led the FCS in receiving yards during the 2025 season. He returns to Rhode Island for his senior season with history on his mind. He's had qui... more

In this week's Deep Ball, we are joined by Tracy Ford, owner of Ford Sports Performance. He runs one of the country's premier training facilities and has helped develop some of the best football players at every level of the game. Follow along as he ... more

In this week's Deep Ball, Keenan & Samuel talk with Idaho starting QB Joshua Wood and discuss all things from his historic high school career to his time at Fresno State. Following 3 years at Fresno State, Wood transferred to Idaho to take on being t... more

Keenan and Samuel had another solo episode this week, and they chatted about Montana looking to extend Bobby Kennedy before the start of the 2026 season and if it's too early. A 24-team CFP has been getting a lot of attention, and we discuss what wou... more

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Recent Guests

Joshua Wood
Idaho Vandals quarterback
University of Idaho
Episode: Idaho QB Joshua Wood Talks About Great HS Career, Becoming The Man At Idaho, Fresno State Experience
Mikey D'Amato
Cal Poly linebacker, All-American, Big Sky star
Cal Poly
Episode: Cal Poly LB Mikey D’Amato Opens Up: JUCO Journey, Breakout Season, and Making The Right Moves
Keelan White
Grizz receiver, CFL player for Ottawa RedBlacks
Ottawa RedBlacks
Episode: KEELAN WHITE TALKS 2ND YEAR W/ THE OTTAWA REDBLACKS, HIS FIRST OFFSEASON, BIGGER ROLE IN YEAR 2
Jaydon Grant
Professional football player for Calgary Stampeders
Calgary Stampeders
Episode: JAYDON GRANT TALKS ABOUT PLAYING FOR THE CALGARY STAMPEDERS, HIS COLLEGE JOURNEY, AND HIS FAITH
Jackson Slater
Tennessee Titans offensive lineman
Tennessee Titans
Episode: JACKSON SLATER TALKS HIS ROOKIE SEASON IN THE NFL, LEARNING TO BE A PRO, & SAC STATE EXPERIENCES
Junior Bergen
49ers wide receiver, former Montana wide receiver
San Francisco 49ers
Episode: JUNIOR BERGEN DISCUSSES ROOKIE SEASON WITH THE 49ERS, THE DRAFT, MONTANA MEMORIES, & MORE
Lance McCutcheon
Football player, former Montana State and NFL wide receiver
Montana State University, NFL (multiple teams)
Episode: LANCE MCCUTCHEON TALKS NFL CAREER, MONTANA STATE JOURNEY, AND RISE AS A LOCAL BOZEMAN KID
Ty Gregorak
Former Montana/Montana State linebacker coach and current broadcaster
University of Montana / Bobcat radio and Scripps Sports
Episode: TY GREGORAK TALKS HISTORY WITH THE GRIZZLIES AND BOBCATS, CURRENT STATE OF AFFAIRS FOR BOTH, & MORE
Keali'i Ah Yat
Starting quarterback, University of Montana
University of Montana
Episode: KEALI'I AH YAT TALKS HIS 2025 SEASON, BOBBY HAUCK'S DEPARTURE, AND HIS DEVELOPMENT OVER THE YEARS

Hosts

Samuel Akem
Host of The Deep Ball Podcast; co-hosts and leads interviews with football players and coaches.
Keenan Curran
Co-host who contributes insightful analysis, interviews, and discussion on football topics and programs.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Awesome!

    Hearing the human voice behind the decisions and listening to the logic was fascinating. Hats off to both Sammie and Kennan for a top notch show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PDXGrizzly
    United States5 months ago
  • A+ podcast

    A really fun podcast. Sam and Keenan have a lot of fun in breaking down FCS football. Lots of laughs come included. Great perspective from 2 former college football players.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    anthonydavisinc
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate honest conversations and practical football insights.

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#241
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#225
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JACKSON SLATER TALKS HIS ROOKIE SEASON IN THE NFL, LEARNING TO BE A PRO, & SAC STATE EXPERIENCES
Q: What stands out about your NIL-era financials and recruiting experience at Sac State?
He recalls a scholarship boost during the senior year that helped cover living costs, enabling him to focus on football and development rather than financial stress.
JACKSON SLATER TALKS HIS ROOKIE SEASON IN THE NFL, LEARNING TO BE A PRO, & SAC STATE EXPERIENCES
Q: What helped you develop early as a pro despite a successful college career?
An emphasis on self-awareness, mentorship from figures like Marcus Abbott, and daily work to translate technique learned in college into NFL-level execution.
JACKSON SLATER TALKS HIS ROOKIE SEASON IN THE NFL, LEARNING TO BE A PRO, & SAC STATE EXPERIENCES
Q: What was the biggest adjustment from college football to the NFL?
The speed of installs and the grind of learning complex schemes quickly, especially during OTAs when rookies join mid-cycle and must absorb multiple days of new information.
JACKSON SLATER TALKS HIS ROOKIE SEASON IN THE NFL, LEARNING TO BE A PRO, & SAC STATE EXPERIENCES
Q: What was the feel of hearing your name called on draft day?
He describes the moment as special and emotional, with relief and pride after waiting through rounds, realizing how far he'd come from a small-school background to hearing his NFL team on the line.
Cal Poly LB Mikey D’Amato Opens Up: JUCO Journey, Breakout Season, and Making The Right Moves
Q: Can you share a coaching moment or phrase that stands out from Coach Skip?
Coach Skip emphasizes an expect-to-win mindset, pushing players to act with a standard of excellence and belief that hard work should translate into wins, which has shaped the team culture.

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What is The Deep Ball Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show features candid, long-form conversations with football players, coaches, and practitioners, often tracing personal journeys from high school through college, and into professional leagues or coaching careers. Episodes frequently dive into recruitment, transfers, NIL era dynamics, leadership, and the realities of life in pro or semi-pro football, with a focus on mindset, culture, and resilience. A standout thread is the blend of practical football analysis with personal development and faith-driven motivation, plus a clear emphasis on Montana and broader Big Sky/NIL ecosystem discussions. The format is approachable, with strong storytelling, mentorship moments, and actionable takeaways for listeners who crave authentic football stor... more

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Recent guests on The Deep Ball Podcast include:

1. Joshua Wood
2. Mikey D'Amato
3. Keelan White
4. Jaydon Grant
5. Jackson Slater
6. Junior Bergen
7. Lance McCutcheon
8. Ty Gregorak

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