Chris Stutzriem, Head Coach - Rocky Mountain College

Inside the Headset with the AFCA

In this episode of Inside the Headset – Presented by CoachComm, we’re joined by Chris Stutzreim, Head Football Coach at Rocky Mountain College. Coach Stutzreim shares his coaching journey from player to graduate assistant and eventually head coach, offering valuable insights into program building, leadership development, and the importance of genuine relationships in football.

We discuss how he navigated the transfer portal, secured his first coaching position, adapted to new offensive systems, and prepared to lead his own program. He also reflects on personal growth as a coach and the impact of the AFCA 35 Under 35 program.

⏱️ Episode Timestamps: 01:12 – Intro 01:55 – When did you know you wanted to coach? 03:35 – Personal transfer portal experience 05:50 – Landing a GA role at William Penn 07:28 – Transitioning from player to coach 13:24 – Reconnecting with a former coach to start a career 17:34 – Preparing to be an offensive coordinator 20:00 – Adapting to new positions and offensive systems 26:10 – Taking over the offense at Rocky Mountain 28:30 – Flexibility and recruiting strategies 32:22 – Brief stop at Southwestern Oklahoma State 34:33 – Did leaving and returning help secure the head coach role? 37:00 – Building relationships with the athletic department 38:53 – Personal growth as a head coach 43:30 – The value of the AFCA 35 Under 35 program 45:39 – Final thoughts and conclusion

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