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| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 137 "The Dukes Join CoFL" | 11 Nov 2025 | 00:42:06 | |
This week, Michael welcomes Cincinnati Dukes President and Owner LeVar Berry to discuss his team, joining the Continental Football League and more! | |||
| Episode 136 "Kick and Punt Like a Byrd" | 01 Nov 2025 | 00:58:32 | |
This week, Michael sits down with Arena Football One's Washington Wolfpack kicker and punter Evan Byrd to discuss his football journey and more! | |||
| Episode 135 "The Return of the Toros" | 27 Oct 2025 | 01:06:40 | |
This week, Michael sits down with Continental Football League's San Antonio Toros president and co-owner Joshua Mair to discuss his team, joining the Continental Football League and more! | |||
| Episode 134 "PIFL: A Galaxy Near You" | 25 Oct 2025 | 01:13:53 | |
This week, Michael sits down with Professional Independent Football League's Northeast Arkansas Galaxy owner and general manager Kristopher Moss to discuss his team, joining the PIFL and more! | |||
| Episode 133 "Syndicate Have Their Man" | 23 Oct 2025 | 01:05:15 | |
This week, Michael sits down with Continental Football League's Texas Syndicate head coach Michael Coleman to discuss his team role, mindset, COFL and more! | |||
| Episode 132 "Bold CFL Changes" | 03 Oct 2025 | 00:36:39 | |
This week, Michael sits down with CJME/CKOM reporter and The Green Zone "The Blitz" cohost Britton Gray to discuss the Canadian Football League's announcement of "Bold" rule changes and more! | |||
| Episode 131 "Syndicate Joins COFL" | 23 Sep 2025 | 00:44:46 | |
This week, in a Player 54 Podcast & Pro Football Newsroom EXCLUSIVE Interview with Texas Syndicate CEO Quincy Workman, we discuss the Syndicate joining the Continental Football League and more! | |||
| Episode 130 "A Life of Football" | 19 Sep 2025 | 00:50:20 | |
This week, in a Player 54 Podcast & Pro Football Newsroom EXCLUSIVE Interview with quarterback Justin Arth, we catch up on his career, discuss his IFA Showcase experience and more! | |||
| Episode: 129 "Ironmen Are Going Continental" | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:37:37 | |
This week, in a Player 54 Podcast & Pro Football Newsroom EXCLUSIVE Interview with Ohio Valley Ironmen head coach & general manager Manny Matsakis, we discuss his team's decision to join the Continental Football League and more! | |||
| Episode 128 "Continental Football League" | 09 Sep 2025 | 00:27:32 | |
This week, in a Player 54 Podcast & Pro Football Newsroom EXCLUSIVE Interview with Continental Football League commissioner Mike Kelly. Discussing the reintroduction of the COFL, how it plans to fit into the football ecosystem and more! | |||
| Episode: 127 "Uniquely Ahmad Lyons" | 27 Jan 2025 | 00:44:43 | |
This week Michael provides an update on alternative football news and joined by guest: Former Tucson Sugar Skulls (IFL) Defensive Back and Alabama Beavers (IFA) camp invitee discusses his football journey and more! You can support the show and its partners by using the code: PLAYER54 at any of the following websites: | |||
| Episode: 126 "Full Steam Ahead" | 17 Jan 2025 | 00:54:17 | |
This week Michael provides an update on alternative football news and joined by guest: International Football Alliance director of operations Jason Adams discusses league developments and more! You can support the show and its partners by using the code: PLAYER54 at any of the following websites: | |||
| Episode: 125 "Football and Holiday Seasons Collide" | 08 Jan 2025 | 00:39:31 | |
This week Michael provides an update on alternative football (AF1, IFA, NAL, PAIA) news and joined by guest: Indoor Football League's Vegas Knight Hawks head coach and general manager Mike Davis discusses the league, team and more! Michael also goes over upcoming alternative and opportunity football events. You can support the show and its partners by using the code: PLAYER54 at any of the following websites: BuckedUp.com (20% OFF) | |||
| Episode 124 "Professional Arena Football Coming To Arkansas" | 16 Dec 2024 | 00:31:56 | |
This week Michael provides an update on alternative football news (AF1, IFA, PAIA, TAL, UFL) and joined by guest: The Arena League's Hot Springs Wise Guys general manager Chris Goodman discusses the league, launching the team and more! Michael also goes over upcoming alternative and opportunity football events. You can support the show and its partners by using the code: PLAYER54 at any of the following websites: | |||
| Episode 123 "Tryptophan Hangover" | 07 Dec 2024 | 00:44:50 | |
This week Michael provides an update on alternative football news (AF1, IFA, NAL, PAIA, UFL) and joined by guest: Wilkes-Barre Football head coach Shawn Liotta discusses team developments and more! You can support the show and its partners by using the code: PLAYER54 at any of the following websites: | |||
| Episode 122 "Thankful for Football" | 27 Nov 2024 | 00:54:17 | |
This week Michael provides an update on alternative football (AF1, IFA, UFL) news and joined by guest: Professional Arena Independent Association commissioner Terence Fowler Sr discusses the league, its membership and more! You can support the show and its partners by using the code: PLAYER54 at any of the following websites: | |||
| Episode 121 "More Football in San Antonio" | 22 Nov 2024 | 01:20:14 | |
This week Michael provides an update on alternative football news and joined by guest: IFA's San Antonio Caballeros assistant general manager and offensive coordinator Stan Bedwell discusses team developments and more! You can support the show and its partners by using the code: PLAYER54 at any of the following websites: | |||
| Episode 120 "Forging A New Path" | 15 Nov 2024 | 00:55:58 | |
This week Michael provides an update on alternative football news and joined by guest: IFA's Ohio Valley Ironmen general manager and head coach Manny Matsakis to discuss team developments and more! You can support the show and its partners by using the code: PLAYER54 at any of the following websites: | |||
| Episode 119 "The Return" | 08 Nov 2024 | 00:37:39 | |
This week Michael ends a 6-month hiatus. He shares the show's new direction. Quarterback Ivory Durham IV returns to the show to discuss his career and his International Football Alliance/Alabama Beavers experience. You can support the show and its partners by using the code: PLAYER54 at any of the following websites: | |||
| Episode 118 "2024 UFL Week One Review & Week Two Preview" | 05 Apr 2024 | 01:53:52 | |
This week Mike provides an update on UFL developments, as well as a week one review and previews week two match ups. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave a UFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 117 "UFL Week One Preview and Ighofose’s Story" | 29 Mar 2024 | 01:27:44 | |
This week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments and previews the week one matchups. Retired offensive lineman Jordan Ighofose joins the show to discuss his football journey, time with the Orlando Guardians, decision to retire and more. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave a UFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 116 "Roster Cuts, Under Armour and more" | 11 Mar 2024 | 00:10:54 | |
This week Michael provides and update on United Football League developments. No guest this week. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave a UFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 115 "Blood, Sweat, Respect" | 29 Feb 2024 | 00:08:46 | |
This week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments. No Guest this week. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave a UFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 114 "More UFL Announcements" | 22 Feb 2024 | 00:09:43 | |
This week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments. No guest this week. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave a UFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 113 "Schedule, Rulebook and More" | 15 Feb 2024 | 00:09:25 | |
This week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments. No guest this week. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave a UFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 112 "Roster and Staff Changes" | 05 Feb 2024 | 00:08:14 | |
This week Michael provides an update on UFL developments. Show episode with no guest. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave a UFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 111 "Dispersal Process Completed" | 20 Jan 2024 | 00:54:10 | |
This week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments and joined by guest: The Garage founder and host XFL Jim discusses the recent UFL Dispersal Process and more! Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave an UFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 110 "Rosters Are Changing" | 12 Jan 2024 | 00:06:42 | |
This week Michael provides an update of United Football League developments. Unfortunately, there is no guest this week. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an UFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 109 "A New Year, A New League" | 04 Jan 2024 | 01:33:34 | |
This week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments and joined by guest: The EndZone founder and host Sean Fredella discusses recent United Football League announcements and more! Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 108 "Happy Holidays and a New Horizon" | 27 Dec 2023 | 00:11:42 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments. Due to the holidays, there is no guest. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 107 "More Letter of Intent Signings and Releases" | 18 Dec 2023 | 00:45:30 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Arlington Renegades wide receiver Juwan Manigo discusses his football journey and joining the defending champions. Code: PLAYER54 FAN LINE: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 106 "News and Tre Watson Sr." | 12 Dec 2023 | 00:57:11 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Former Dallas Renegades and St. Louis Battlehawks linebacker Tre Watson Sr discusses his XFL experience and more! Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 105 "An Official Statement" | 04 Dec 2023 | 00:39:23 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: The XFL Insider Podcast's host Matthew Tyler joins the show to discuss this week's USFL-XFL merger news and more. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 104 "Calm Before The Storm" | 27 Nov 2023 | 00:12:21 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments. Due to the holiday, there is not a guest. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave a XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 103 "Still Waiting On Formal Announcement" | 20 Nov 2023 | 00:35:07 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Defensive Back Robbie Williamson discusses his football journey and XFL Showcase experience. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 102 "Short and Sweet" | 13 Nov 2023 | 00:07:13 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments. Due to illness, there is not a guest. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 101 "More Signed Letter of Intents & Reports" | 06 Nov 2023 | 00:32:56 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Defensive Back David Haney joins the show to discuss his football journey and XFL Showcase experience. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 100 "A Milestone Celebration" | 30 Oct 2023 | 00:55:28 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Former DC Defenders tight end Bernard McCall discusses his football journey and XFL Showcase experience. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 99 "Final Showcases of 2023 & More" | 23 Oct 2023 | 00:37:11 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Quarterback Kory Curtis joins the show to discuss his football journey and XFL Showcase experience. Code: PLAYER54 FAN LINE: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 98 "More Staff Departures" | 16 Oct 2023 | 00:47:51 | |
This week Michael is provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Offensive Lineman Hunter Kelly joins the show to discuss his football journey and XFL Combine experience. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave a XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 97 "Orlando Showcase and More" | 09 Oct 2023 | 00:44:50 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Quarterback Ivory Durham IV joins the show to discuss his football journey, Showcase and Combine experience. Orlando Showcase Interviews: Orlando Guardians head coach Terrell Buckley, former Houston Roughnecks defensive back David Tolentino and former Houston Roughnecks defensive lineman Nick James. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 96 "Announced Intent To Merge" | 02 Oct 2023 | 00:37:27 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Wide Receiver C.J. Windham Jr. discusses his football journey and the San Antonio Brahmas acquiring his rights. Code: PLAYER54 FAN LINE: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 95 "Advanced Merger Discussions" | 25 Sep 2023 | 01:55:35 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL Developments and joined by guests: The USFL Podcast cohost Zach Keilman discusses the advanced USFL-XFL merger talks. Tight End/Long Snapper Myles Wright discusses his football journey and XFL Showcase experience. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 94 "Seattle Welcomes New Faces" | 18 Sep 2023 | 00:34:17 | |
This week Michael provides and update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Offensive Lineman Jarvis Courtney Sr. discusses his football journey and XFL Showcase experience. Code: PLAYER54 FAN LINE: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 93 "June Jones, Say It Ain't So" | 12 Sep 2023 | 00:31:00 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Defensive Back Anthony Cioffi discusses his football journey and the Vegas Vipers acquiring his rights. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 92 "Vipers in search of a new home" | 07 Sep 2023 | 02:41:48 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests: XFL News Hub writer and Analyze & Educate host Patrick Rifino discusses the XFL quarterbacks that have signed National Football League contracts and what it potentially means for the XFL 2024 season, Contributor Mark Halbach returns to review the XFL 2023 players who have found a home on National Football League rosters, discuss the documentary iXFL: 3 Days at the XFL Combine and more! Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 91 "Quiet week, but there is always something going on" | 28 Aug 2023 | 01:26:26 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests:
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| Episode 90 "XFL, apple of the NFL's eye" | 21 Aug 2023 | 00:53:24 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests:
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| Episode 89 "NFL Possibly Adopting XFL Rules" | 14 Aug 2023 | 00:30:31 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Contributor Brian Roth returns to discuss the NFL considering adopting the XFL kickoff rule. Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial 863 - TALK XFL or 863-825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||
| Episode 88 "IFL-XFL Combine" | 07 Aug 2023 | 00:57:33 | |
This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: XFL News Hub journalist & Hula Bowl Scout Evan Willsmore discusses the IFL-XFL Combine and more! Code: PLAYER54 Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take. | |||