The video summarizes a panel discussion with two offensive coordinators (OCs): Josh Christian, formerly the OC at May Pearl, and Edgar Vasquez, formerly the OC at Carrollton Creek View and currently the passing game coordinator at New K*Y. The discussion focuses on their processes for taking a new OC job, preparing for opponents, keeping players motivated, and structuring their week and practice plans. The speaker mentions they need to wrap up soon so the audience can get lunch.

Selecting an OC Job and Interview Preparation

• Research: Both OCs emphasize the importance of doing thorough research.
  • Know where you are going, what you are entering into, and what the previous head coach or OC was running to understand the context.
  • Maximize your value to the program and head coach.
  • Statistical Deep Dive (Edgar Vasquez): Use mentors' advice to look at key statistics. His mentor advised looking for a team that averages 21 or more points per game, as this suggests a personnel base they can work with. Winning is possible with 21 points a game, solid defense, and good special teams.
  • Historical Research (Edgar Vasquez): Investigate the school's history using resources like "Texas high school football history.com" to check all-time wins, playoff wins, and records from the past five years to see trends. Also, consider the local community structure, such as whether it's a "one-horse town" or a multi-high school district, which can impact talent. Research should also include looking at junior high records and social media.

Engaging Players and Weekend Preparation

• Player Motivation:
  • Edgar Vasquez: Use extrinsic motivators like stickers, decals, turnover chains, and touchdown chains. Other rewards include t-shirts and awards like "Gatorade player of the day/game". Additionally, show kids how their in-game success (e.g., winning on third down or in the red zone) translates to wins. He also stresses teaching the game to kids because "kids want to be taught".
  • Josh Christian: Uses "informal" rewards, such as buying two boxes of donuts for the offensive line if they score 50 points. He emphasizes acknowledging the offensive line as much as possible, focusing on them as the core unit. He believes coaches get what they emphasize, so acknowledging the O-line promotes servant leadership. He also suggests using social media and graphic design to promote the team's brand.
• Weekend Game Planning (Saturday):
  • Edgar Vasquez: The team does not practice on Saturdays to allow the players' central nervous system to recover. Coaches meet to review and tag the previous game's film, compile stats, and discuss numbers. Then they break down the opponent's film, tagging formations, blitzes, and coverages. He focuses on the opponent's 80% tendencies (e.g., fronts and coverages) to prepare, then focuses on coaching the remaining 20%. When planning plays, the OC suggests three plays, and assistant coaches each suggest two plays to increase ownership.
  • Josh Christian: Emphasizes that Saturday's process is based on the relationship with the head coach and their needs. His approach is structured and efficient; he is "not a grinder" and focuses on getting the work done quickly to return to family. The process includes:
    1. Grading the film so every kid gets feedback on their performance. He aims for the grades to be in the players' lockers by Monday.
    2. Splitting the film for tagging.
    3. Self-scouting (e.g., run-pass ratio, formation trends).
    4. Game planning, which comes from his Air Raid background, focusing on the team's philosophy and execution rather than over-worrying about the defense.

Installation and Game Planning

• Installation (Josh Christian): He uses a "true form" three-day install that repeats. The philosophy is disciplined and avoids adding plays outside the system. The three-day install includes:
  • Six run concepts (though he notes this may be too many for a 3A school).
  • Two run plays per day, run one particular way to build confidence (e.g., running trap only to the left).
  • Two screens.
  • One quick game play.
  • Mesh (run every day).
  • Two to three drop-back passes every day.
• Trick Plays (Edgar Vasquez): He loves trick plays, carries no more than three per week, and uses them to take advantage of aggressive or over-pursuing defenses. Examples include misdirection, reverses, double passes (off a quick hitch screen), and flea-flickers.
• Practice Structure (Monday-Thursday) and Play Calling (Friday):
  • Josh Christian: Practices focus on the script, which is set for field geography (e.g., between the minus 30 and plus 20 yard lines).
    • Monday (Day 1 of Install): Works on "meat and potatoes" open field plays (about 12 plays).
    • Tuesday: Situational calls, such as second and long (5–6 plays) and red zone (no more than 5 plays). Many of the calls are transferable between scripts.
    • Wednesday: Focuses on "going in and coming out" portions, which usually don't change. This is also an opportunity to "condition" the defense with routine looks before throwing in a big play.
    • Bandit Drill: Run every day, this is a four-play sprint drive (run and screen game only) focusing on tempo, which has been valuable for the program.
    • Friday: Confidently calls plays that the kids have repped all week.
  • Edgar Vasquez: Uses a situational approach, integrating concepts from the Air Raid philosophy. The staff determines which situations are most important based on their identity.
    • Monday: Focuses on first and 10, as well as screens, as they are considered "glorified runs on the perimeter".
    • Tuesday: Red zone and backed-up situations.
    • Wednesday: Goal line and third and short situations.
    • Thursday (Kick the Field): More third-down work and the "Kick the Field" segment, which covers situations like backed up, red zone, two-minute drill, and trick plays like the "Q-tip" (quarterback punt from shotgun). This segment is run like a game with kids hustling from the sideline.

Coaching Profession Concerns

The speaker voices concern about the coaching profession, noting that many young people struggle to justify getting into a job that cannot be done from home. Statistics show a high number of older coaches (33% over 40) and a high attrition rate for young coaches (50-60% getting out before age 25). He encourages finding creative and innovative ways to recruit and serve young coaches.