Michael Lombardi

New England Patriots Coach Michael Lombardi and I discuss the four aspects of leadership, high stakes decision making, creating a winning culture at work and at home and much more.   Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, searchable transcripts, member-only episodes, and more. Sign up at: https://fs.blog/membership/   Every Sunday our newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/   Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this engaging conversation, Michael Lombardi, a former NFL executive and now the general manager of UNC's football program, shares insights on building an NFL-style approach in college football. He discusses the challenges of recruiting amid NIL agreements and the transfer portal. Lombardi explains how UNC is allocating its $20.5 million NIL budget and the importance of structured recruitment strategies. He also highlights the significance of player development and resource allocation between sports, revealing the changing dynamics of collegiate athletics.

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons briefly reacts to the Nuggets winning Game 1 of the Western Conference finals over the Lakers (0:39). Then Bill talks with Tate Frazier about the Spurs winning the NBA draft lottery, the Hornets’ second overall pick, and Scoot Henderson vs. Brandon Miller (8:13), before they are joined by Steve Ceruti to discuss some fake trades, draft prospects, and the ceiling for the Spurs’ 2023-24 season (32:04). Then Bill is joined by Michael Lombardi of ViSN and The Daily Coach to discuss the 76ers’ second-round playoff exit, the Sixers firing Doc Rivers, and the lack of team culture in Philadelphia (1:01:57). Later, they discuss some alarming NFL win totals for next season, including the Texans, Bears, Packers, Steelers, and Patriots (1:34:32).Host: Bill SimmonsGuests: Michael Lombardi, Tate Frazier, and Steve CerutiProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Lombardi, a seasoned football analyst and former NFL executive, joins the conversation to dissect the recent James Harden trade to the Clippers. He highlights the impulsive decisions that may haunt the team and critiques their strategy amidst past playoff failures. The discussion shifts to NFL trade dynamics, examining team performances and quarterback challenges. Lombardi also reminisces about classic mob films, critiquing 'The Godfather Part III' while exploring how these narratives resonate with sports themes of loyalty and betrayal.

Bill Simmons chats with Justin Termine about Nikola Jokic's stellar performance and the NFL schedule release. They are later joined by Michael Lombardi to discuss favorite win totals bets and teams poised for a down season in the NFL.

Mike Lombardi discusses the 49ers trading Trey Lance, potential surprise NFL playoff teams, and his new book 'Football Done Right: Setting the Record Straight on the Coaches, Players, and History of the NFL'. They also touch on drafting mistakes, analyzing team performances, and comparing players across eras.

Michael Lombardi is a former NFL coach, GM and front office strategist who is largely responsible for introducing Stoic philosophy to professional sports. In 2014, he read The Obstacle is the Way and spread it around the locker room of the New England Patriots. They went on to win the Super Bowl that year and Stoicism became a favorite of teams not just in football but in the NBA, MLB, the NHL and many other sports. Lombardi spent the last few years writing his own book, and it’s brilliant--a lifetime of wisdom on sports, leadership and life. The book is called Gridiron Genius: A Master Class in Winning Championships and Building Dynasties in the NFL and we were lucky enough to interview him for Daily Stoic about two important Stoic concepts--how to do with winning and losing. As he told us about heartbreaking defeats,"In the NFL most teams exaggerate the wins and forget about the losses. Belichick is the same with both.  He does an autopsy after each game and understands there is a fine line between winning and losing. The outcome is significant, but the process has to be the same after each game. Mentally, physically, and emotionally. Chess champions keep their emotions in check because they are in deep thought. The same deep thinking should happen after a win or loss."And what about when you win?"The best way to win is first not to lose.  How to avoid losing, is the first step to having any success. Great coaches must have a system of checks and balances to assist them in assessing their team. Working in football is much like being in the veterinarian business. The patient cannot speak. Therefore a coach must establish a set of checks and maintain discipline after the good and the bad."That sounds a lot like Stoicism. Absorb the losses--but learn from them. Accept the winning--but don’t let ego creep in. Maintain excellence, always. Mike’s book is great. Check it out: Gridiron Genius: A Master Class in Winning Championships and Building Dynasties in the NFLSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michael Lombardi, a three-time Super Bowl champion and former NFL GM, dives into NFL strategies and the latest news, predicting game outcomes with insight and humor. Kirk Herbstreit, revered college football analyst, discusses the excitement of the upcoming Georgia vs. Texas matchup and previews the Thursday Night clash between the Broncos and Saints. The talk also covers QB strategies, team dynamics, and highlights from recent NFL headlines. A mix of playful banter and deep analysis makes for an engaging conversation!

Michael Lombardi, NFL analyst and former NFL executive, and Femi Abebefe recap NFL Draft Days 2 & 3. They discuss teams' draft strategies, mistakes made, and the Cowboys re-signing Ezekiel Elliott. They also cover the 49ers not trading Aiyuk or Samuel, and a new deal for Patriots DT Christian Barmore.

Michael Lombardi, a former NFL executive, shares insights on Bill Belichick's long tenure with the Patriots and the challenges ahead for his next team. Peter Schrager, an NFL reporter, joins to preview the wild-card weekend while discussing key coaching dynamics. They delve into the coaching carousel and the importance of adaptability in strategies. The duo also explores the impact of loyalty and trust in leadership, using engaging comparisons to famous bands and crucial decisions in NFL history.