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The Deep Ball Podcast

Keenan Curran & Samuel Akem

The Deep Ball Podcast features Samuel Akem and Keenan Curran in conversations with football coaches, players, and true students of the game. From in-depth interviews to solo episodes breaking down the stories and topics we care about most, the show delivers insight, personality, and entertainment for anyone who lives and breathes football. Follow along for thoughtful discussion, behind-the-scenes perspectives, and great football talk every episode.

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  • 28 episodes
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  • Avg 1 hr 7 min
  • English

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  • S1 · E24
    July 31 · 1 hr 43 min

    Bobby Kennedy Talks First Head Coaching Job, Skipping Bad Coordinator Jobs, Connecting With Players

    In this week's Deep Ball Podcast, Bobby Kennedy discusses becoming the First African American Coach in the history of Montana Football. He's had opportunities to become a coordinator in the past, but chose to be patient for the right opportunity to lead the show. He also talks about how he's able to connect with his players as well as the entire Griz community. All of this and more in this week's Deep Ball Podcast. Follow Our Social Media Pages: Twitter/X: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran6 Instagram: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran TikTok: @samuelakem18

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  • S1 · E23
    July 3 · 1 hr 8 min

    Tyler Lucas Talks About Winning Szn 2 of Beast Games, His Football Career, And Life In The Air Force

    In this week's Deep Ball Podcast, Keenan and Samuel are joined by Tyler Lucas. The most recent winner of the Beast Games. Keenan and Tyler's paths originally crossed when Tyler played his final season of college football in Missoula, Montana, for the Montana Grizzlies, which happened to be Keenan's first season in Missoula as well, from his football career to winning the Beast Games to being an Air Force Pilot. Follow along to find out more about Tyler Lucas and his journey to a lucrative payday by way of the Beast Games. Follow Our Social Media Pages: Twitter/X: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran6 Instagram: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran TikTok: @samuelakem18

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  • S1 · E22
    June 26 · 48 min

    Dante Reno Talks Success At Yale In 2025, Transferring After RS Freshman Year, Playoff Success

    In this week's Deep Ball Podcast, Keenan and Samuel are joined by Yale starting QB Dante Reno. He talked about everything from his RS Freshman season at South Carolina and ending up at Yale after that season through the transfer portal. He also discusses the differences and similarities between the SEC and the Ivy League. All of this and more in this week's episode. Stay tuned for the entire episode. Follow Our Social Media Pages: Twitter/X: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran6 Instagram: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran TikTok: @samuelakem18

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  • S1 · E21
    June 12 · 45 min

    Marquis Buchanan Talks About 2025 Season, Staying At Rhode Island For 2026, & His Upcoming Season

    In this week's Deep Ball Podcast, Keenan and Samuel are joined by Marquis Buchanan. The Rhode Island WR who led the FCS in receiving yards during the 2025 season. He returns to Rhode Island for his senior season with history on his mind. He's had quite the journey, and he hopes to add to it in 2026. Stay tuned for the entire episode. Follow Our Social Media Pages: Twitter/X: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran6 Instagram: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran TikTok: @samuelakem18

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  • S1 · E20
    June 5 · 1 hr 20 min

    FSP Owner Tracy Ford Talks Seattle Upbringing, His CFB Career, & Developing The Best Of The Best

    In this week's Deep Ball, we are joined by Tracy Ford, owner of Ford Sports Performance. He runs one of the country's premier training facilities and has helped develop some of the best football players at every level of the game. Follow along as he chronicles his college career and how he got into what he is doing now. Follow Our Social Media Pages: Twitter/X: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran6 Instagram: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran TikTok: @samuelakem18

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  • S1 · E19
    May 29 · 1 hr

    Idaho QB Joshua Wood Talks About Great HS Career, Becoming The Man At Idaho, Fresno State Experience

    In this week's Deep Ball, Keenan & Samuel talk with Idaho starting QB Joshua Wood and discuss all things from his historic high school career to his time at Fresno State. Following 3 years at Fresno State, Wood transferred to Idaho to take on being the man for the first time. What has that looked like, and what does he need to do to get his team over the top? All of this and a whole lot more in this week's episode. Follow Our Social Media Pages: Twitter/X: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran6 Instagram: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran TikTok: @samuelakem18

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  • S1 · E18
    May 23 · 1 hr 2 min

    MONTANA LOOKING TO EXTEND BOBBY KENNEDY, 24-TEAM CFP, NBA PLAYOFFS, HS TRACK HISTORY (NCHSAA DQ)

    Keenan and Samuel had another solo episode this week, and they chatted about Montana looking to extend Bobby Kennedy before the start of the 2026 season and if it's too early. A 24-team CFP has been getting a lot of attention, and we discuss what would make the most sense if they do move in that direction. Both of us have decorated high school track histories, and recently, high school track has been in the news, so we dive deep into it. We get into much more involving Drake's album and the NBA playoffs. So stay tuned for all of it. Follow Our Social Media Pages: Twitter/X: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran6 Instagram: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran TikTok: @samuelakem18

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  • S1 · E17
    May 15 · 45 min

    Cal Poly LB Mikey D’Amato Opens Up: JUCO Journey, Breakout Season, and Making The Right Moves

    This week, Keenan and Sammy are joined by Cal Poly All-American LB Mikey D'Amato! The journey has not always been clear for him, but he's always seemed to make the right decision. From Montana State to Saddleback JUCO back to the Big Sky via Cal Poly. The hard work has always been there, and in 2025, he was able to reap the benefits. Stay tuned for this entire episode as Mikey takes us on his journey to become one of the best LBs in FCS football. Follow Our Social Media Pages: Twitter/X: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran6 Instagram: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran TikTok: @samuelakem18

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  • S1 · E16
    May 8 · 55 min

    KEELAN WHITE TALKS 2ND YEAR W/ THE OTTAWA REDBLACKS, HIS FIRST OFFSEASON, BIGGER ROLE IN YEAR 2

    This week, we are joined by Ottawa Redblacks WR Keelan White just before he begins his 2nd training camp with the team. He got his feet wet in his first season, but he's hoping to make a huge impact in his second year. We get into his expectations for his 2nd season, what he did over the offseason, and much more. Make sure to stay tuned for the entire episode. Like and comment your thoughts down below! Please subscribe to the channel before you leave. Follow Our Social Media Pages: Twitter/X: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran6 Instagram: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran TikTok: @samuelakem18

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  • S1 · E15
    May 1 · 1 hr 7 min

    JAYDON GRANT TALKS ABOUT PLAYING FOR THE CALGARY STAMPEDERS, HIS COLLEGE JOURNEY, AND HIS FAITH

    In this week's Deep Ball, we are joined by Calgary Stampeders DB Jaydon Grant, whose journey wasn't easy by any stretch, but through faith, he was able to push through and build a legacy. Injuries, coaching changes, and even a sport change in high school all could have derailed his journey. But he stuck it out and is now able to share his story with the next generation. What drives it all? His strong faith in God has kept him grounded through it all. Stay tuned for the entire episode. Like and comment your thoughts down below! Make sure to subscribe to the video before you leave!! Follow Our Social Media Pages: Twitter/X: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran6 Instagram: @s_akem18 & @keenancurran TikTok: @samuelakem18

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