Agree. And about his respect for Dan M. and wanting to continue to bring him in for talks/mentoring.
PODCAST: CW & TJ Otzelberger
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Great listen as always. The chemistry between CW and TJ on the podcast can challenge the chemistry between CW and Blum.
I really like TJ's approach to the transfer players (in and out), which is to think on their behalf, be honest from the start, don't force them to do things that are not in their best interest with life lessons or false promises, and most importantly, do your best to make the program better and earn their trust. This way TJ can build a much stronger foundation with players who want to be here.
I really like TJ's approach to the transfer players (in and out), which is to think on their behalf, be honest from the start, don't force them to do things that are not in their best interest with life lessons or false promises, and most importantly, do your best to make the program better and earn their trust. This way TJ can build a much stronger foundation with players who want to be here.
This morning I watched the George Niang piece the Cyclone Network did on his career and I gotta say, I'd be happy to get back there, having those types of players, with Niangs type of attitude and winning big games again.
I chuckled to myself by how taken aback TJ was when CW dropped the KJ Bluford name reference. Probably a name TJ hasn't heard in close to a decade and not one you'd ever expect to hear again.
Great listen - loved how informal it was, but I felt like that led to some real answers and not just generic "coach speak" like you often get. Good stuff
Great listen - loved how informal it was, but I felt like that led to some real answers and not just generic "coach speak" like you often get. Good stuff
Hah that was great--I can definitely tell why recruits like him.
Double points for busting WC's balls, lol
Double points for busting WC's balls, lol
Pretty much sold me with this podcast. I've been very impressed with TJ.
I hold TJ retires here so he can entertain us taking the piss out of the central Iowa sports media for a long time.
I’ve never really listened to him before. Firstly, he seems great. Secondly, his Voice surprised me.
It's just a matter of time. I'm waiting for a good Johnny Orr-esque type quote from TJ. He's got it in him. He's just a little less 'rough-around-the-edges' than Johnny was.
The comments about Robert jones get me excited. I have flashbacks of McKay/Lard in their prime
If he succeeds we have a lifer. If he fails, well...it can’t be worse than 0-18. Everything he’s done so far has been about as good as you can ask for. Really hope this works out.
Yup, I wasn't completely thrilled with how the hiring "process" played out, but was excited for TJ for that reason only. IF he is successful here (could be a big if), he will be here til he retires and it'll be sweet to finally have that at ISU. I'm rooting hard for him, seems like a great guy
