Usa Football Coach And Coordinator Podcast

On this episode of Next Move, presented by Coach Portal, Keith Grabowski sits down with Reid Johnson to explore the often-overlooked but essential world of football operations. As the Director of Football Operations (DFO) and Recruiting at the FCS level, Reid shares real-world strategies for building credibility, staying organized, and becoming a trusted leader within a program. The conversation highlights the foundations of operational success—strong relationships, clear communication, and alignment with the head coach’s priorities. Whether you're an aspiring DFO or a coach aiming to better understand the engine behind a successful program, Reid offers a practical and insightful roadmap to making your next move in football operations. Chapters Beginnings and Career Development into the Ops World Planning Ahead Building Credibility and Relationships Advice for New DFOs Connect on X: Keith Grabowski - ⁠@CoachKGrabowski⁠ Reid Johnson - ⁠⁠@reidjohnson512 Get in the Coach Portal: Sign up