Building the Quarterback Run Game with Coach Justin Roberts

Board Drill Podcast | Coach Justin Roberts (Eagles Landing Christian Academy)

In this episode of the Board Drill Podcast, Kyle and Matt sit down with Coach Justin Roberts, Head Football Coach at Eagles Landing Christian Academy.

We kick things off by revisiting one of the wildest games we’ve ever been a part of (42–14 at half 👀), and then dive into what really matters — building a program, handling momentum swings, and the lessons you only learn the hard way.

Coach Roberts shares insight on in-game adversity, player belief, program standards, and how perspective changes when you’ve been on both sides of a comeback. This one is loaded with practical takeaways for high school and college coaches alike.

⚠️ Heads up: We had a little trouble with screen sharing throughout the episode, so you’ll notice that as a recurring theme. It makes a few segments a bit choppy — but the coaching content absolutely delivers.

⏱️ Timestamps

0:00 – Welcome back + Introducing Coach Justin Roberts
1:45 – The 42–14 halftime story (and the comeback)
5:30 – Momentum swings and “Superman can bleed” moments
10:15 – Lessons learned from being on both sides of wild games
15:40 – Building belief in players who don’t believe in themselves
22:10 – Handling turnovers and sudden change situations
29:30 – Coaching through adversity without flinching
36:45 – Program culture: grit, accountability, and response
44:20 – Perspective as a head coach vs. position coach
51:00 – Film reflection years later — what you see differently
58:10 – Final thoughts + advice for young coaches

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