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Scouting the League

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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 t... more

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Hosts

Rodrik David
Host of Scouting the League
Neil Stratton
Co-host of Scouting the League

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • 5 stars all the way

    Huge fan of these dudes and their work to help people. Thanks for keeping us informed

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kyle Stefan
    United States10 months ago
  • Great listen

    In depth scouting information and detail that you can’t find anywhere else, very good listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BigJohn556
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Guests are consistently high-caliber, with a strong emphasis on real-world experience in football operations.
Listeners praise in-depth scouting insights and practical takeaways for front-office decision-making.
Many appreciate the blend of analytics with traditional scouting and industry storytelling.

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Talking Points

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A New Era for the Falcons - Director of College Scouting Shawn Heinlen
Q: What is the vision for developing your scouting staff as you take on leadership?
We will be very intentional about developing everyone, providing opportunities to present, training, and coalescing around a shared process; attrition is expected as teams compete, so we focus on growing internal leaders to sustain success.
A New Era for the Falcons - Director of College Scouting Shawn Heinlen
Q: How do you balance traits with development when deciding which players to pursue?
Traits trump many concerns because they give you a foundation to develop, especially with today's transfer dynamics; you prioritize players with elite traits and the willingness to coach them through development while leveraging analytics to inform decisions.
A New Era for the Falcons - Director of College Scouting Shawn Heinlen
Q: Shawn, how did your road into scouting begin and who helped shape your approach to evaluating players?
My path started from humble playing days, shifting toward scouting after a growth spurt and a chance to observe coaching and development; mentors from early Buffalo days and later executives like Tom Donahoe and Buddy Nix provided guidance on how to stay patient, trust the process, and focus on delivering clear, conviction-filled evaluations.
Grinding your way to an opportunity with guest Kevin Kelly
Q: How do you evaluate injury history and medical fit in the transfer portal era when information is moving quickly?
Injury history and medicals are more critical than ever; when data is sparse, you rely on durable traits and cross-check with multiple sources, recognizing that the NFL season is long and players must withstand a full year of play.
Grinding your way to an opportunity with guest Kevin Kelly
Q: What advice for scouts coming into Clemson, and what best practices should they adopt when gathering information?
Focus on gathering information patiently, immerse yourself in the program's culture, and build relationships across the organization; don't rush to judgment, and understand that every building has its own culture and constraints.

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This show centers on football scouting, player evaluation, and front-office dynamics, blending film analysis with insider perspectives from industry veterans. Episodes typically cover roster construction, analytics versus traditional scouting, and the evolving landscape of NFL drafts, college athletics, and sports business. A notable strength is the depth of domain expertise, with guests ranging from former executives to respected writers, and frequent practical takeaways for talent evaluation, leadership, and career navigation in football operations.

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4. Kevin Kelly
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