In this episode of the Coach and Coordinator podcast, Keith Grabowski is joined by Morningside College (Iowa) defensive coordinator Casey Jacobsen. Coach Jacobsen has been a part of the Mustangs’ staff for 15 years. In 2018, the Mustangs capped off an undefeated season by winning the NAIA National Championship. Coach Jacobsen reflects on the Mustangs’ season, his development as a coach and defensive preparation and execution.

:00 Kick off

04:55 Grabowski and Coach Jacobsen’s connection

05:36 NAIA champions

06:50 In-season adjustments

08:58 Working with the linebackers

10:15 Game plan adjustments

12:19 Spring ball installation and adjustments

14:46 Factors to a championship season

17:10 Professional development

19:02 What has Coach Jacobsen learned from other coaches?

20:45 Offensive schemes to prepare for

22:25 Situational football

24:56 Personnel

26:45 Morningside’s defense

29:15 Defensive game planning

32:06 Coach Jacobsen’s coaching make-up

34:04 Grading relentlessness

35:46 Goals are the same in practice and games

36:55 Tangible goals in practice

38:13 Winning edge

39:57 Connect with coach: Email: jacobsen@morningside.edu

Twitter: @CoachCJake

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