Player 54 Podcast
121 episodes - English - Latest episode: 14 days ago - ★★★★ - 6 ratingsWelcome football fans! Buckle up for another hard-hitting episode of "Player 54 Podcast", a show dedicated to the XFL. From a sunny southwest Florida Studio, here is your host Michael Lathrop.
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Episodes
Episode 118 "2024 UFL Week One Review & Week Two Preview"
April 05, 2024 20:10 - 1 hour - 104 MBThis week Mike provides an update on UFL developments, as well as a week one review and previews week two match ups. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave a UFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 117 "UFL Week One Preview and Ighofose’s Story"
March 29, 2024 19:23 - 1 hour - 80.3 MBThis week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments and previews the week one matchups. Retired offensive lineman Jordan Ighofose joins the show to discuss his football journey, time with the Orlando Guardians, decision to retire and more. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave a UFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 116 "Roster Cuts, Under Armour and more"
March 11, 2024 18:45 - 10 minutes - 9.99 MBThis week Michael provides and update on United Football League developments. No guest this week. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave a UFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 115 "Blood, Sweat, Respect"
February 29, 2024 18:59 - 8 minutes - 8.03 MBThis week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments. No Guest this week. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave a UFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 114 "More UFL Announcements"
February 22, 2024 18:55 - 9 minutes - 8.9 MBThis week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments. No guest this week. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave a UFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 113 "Schedule, Rulebook and More"
February 15, 2024 19:44 - 9 minutes - 8.63 MBThis week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments. No guest this week. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave a UFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 112 "Roster and Staff Changes"
February 05, 2024 16:56 - 8 minutes - 7.55 MBThis week Michael provides an update on UFL developments. Show episode with no guest. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave a UFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 111 "Dispersal Process Completed"
January 20, 2024 04:40 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBThis week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments and joined by guest: The Garage founder and host XFL Jim discusses the recent UFL Dispersal Process and more! Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) 825-5935 To leave an UFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 110 "Rosters Are Changing"
January 12, 2024 23:30 - 6 minutes - 6.15 MBThis week Michael provides an update of United Football League developments. Unfortunately, there is no guest this week. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an UFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 109 "A New Year, A New League"
January 04, 2024 23:00 - 1 hour - 85.7 MBThis week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments and joined by guest: The EndZone founder and host Sean Fredella discusses recent United Football League announcements and more! Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 108 "Happy Holidays and a New Horizon"
December 27, 2023 20:50 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments. Due to the holidays, there is no guest. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 107 "More Letter of Intent Signings and Releases"
December 18, 2023 18:50 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Arlington Renegades wide receiver Juwan Manigo discusses his football journey and joining the defending champions. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory FAN LINE: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 106 "News and Tre Watson Sr."
December 12, 2023 18:35 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Former Dallas Renegades and St. Louis Battlehawks linebacker Tre Watson Sr discusses his XFL experience and more! Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 105 "An Official Statement"
December 04, 2023 17:40 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: The XFL Insider Podcast's host Matthew Tyler joins the show to discuss this week's USFL-XFL merger news and more. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 104 "Calm Before The Storm"
November 27, 2023 16:40 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments. Due to the holiday, there is not a guest. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave a XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 103 "Still Waiting On Formal Announcement"
November 20, 2023 23:25 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Defensive Back Robbie Williamson discusses his football journey and XFL Showcase experience. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 102 "Short and Sweet"
November 13, 2023 15:00 - 7 minutes - 6.62 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments. Due to illness, there is not a guest. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 101 "More Signed Letter of Intents & Reports"
November 06, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Defensive Back David Haney joins the show to discuss his football journey and XFL Showcase experience. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 100 "A Milestone Celebration"
October 30, 2023 14:35 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Former DC Defenders tight end Bernard McCall discusses his football journey and XFL Showcase experience. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 99 "Final Showcases of 2023 & More"
October 23, 2023 16:10 - 37 minutes - 34 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Quarterback Kory Curtis joins the show to discuss his football journey and XFL Showcase experience. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory FAN LINE: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 98 "More Staff Departures"
October 16, 2023 16:45 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBThis week Michael is provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Offensive Lineman Hunter Kelly joins the show to discuss his football journey and XFL Combine experience. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave a XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 97 "Orlando Showcase and More"
October 09, 2023 15:35 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Quarterback Ivory Durham IV joins the show to discuss his football journey, Showcase and Combine experience. Orlando Showcase Interviews: Orlando Guardians head coach Terrell Buckley, former Houston Roughnecks defensive back David Tolentino and former Houston Roughnecks defensive lineman Nick James. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, ...
Episode 96 "Announced Intent To Merge"
October 02, 2023 16:05 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Wide Receiver C.J. Windham Jr. discusses his football journey and the San Antonio Brahmas acquiring his rights. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory FAN LINE: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 95 "Advanced Merger Discussions"
September 25, 2023 16:30 - 1 hour - 106 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL Developments and joined by guests: The USFL Podcast cohost Zach Keilman discusses the advanced USFL-XFL merger talks. Tight End/Long Snapper Myles Wright discusses his football journey and XFL Showcase experience. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 94 "Seattle Welcomes New Faces"
September 18, 2023 14:30 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBThis week Michael provides and update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Offensive Lineman Jarvis Courtney Sr. discusses his football journey and XFL Showcase experience. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory FAN LINE: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 93 "June Jones, Say It Ain't So"
September 12, 2023 04:00 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Defensive Back Anthony Cioffi discusses his football journey and the Vegas Vipers acquiring his rights. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 92 "Vipers in search of a new home"
September 07, 2023 03:05 - 2 hours - 148 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests: XFL News Hub writer and Analyze & Educate host Patrick Rifino discusses the XFL quarterbacks that have signed National Football League contracts and what it potentially means for the XFL 2024 season, Contributor Mark Halbach returns to review the XFL 2023 players who have found a home on National Football League rosters, discuss the documentary iXFL: 3 Days at the XFL Combine and more! Code: PLAYER54 True Vict...
Episode 91 "Quiet week, but there is always something going on"
August 28, 2023 18:30 - 1 hour - 79.1 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests: Defensive Back Kordell Jackson discusses his football journey and being assigned to the Orlando Guardians. Gateway City Sports contributor Will Freeman discusses the increasing number of XFL 2023 players signing with National Football League teams and more! Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 90 "XFL, apple of the NFL's eye"
August 21, 2023 18:54 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests: Tight End Tyler Roberts discusses his football journey and the Arlington Renegades acquiring his rights. Pro Football Newsroom journalist James Larsen returns to discuss XFL minicamps, workouts and more! Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 89 "NFL Possibly Adopting XFL Rules"
August 14, 2023 16:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Contributor Brian Roth returns to discuss the NFL considering adopting the XFL kickoff rule. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial 863 - TALK XFL or 863-825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 88 "IFL-XFL Combine"
August 07, 2023 19:40 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: XFL News Hub journalist & Hula Bowl Scout Evan Willsmore discusses the IFL-XFL Combine and more! Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 87 "Combine Discussion"
July 31, 2023 20:15 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests: Vald business development officer Steven Borden discusses their relationship with the XFL. XFL Board writer Greg Parks returns to discuss the XFL Combine and more. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave a XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 86 "Fantasy and Sports Betting"
July 24, 2023 04:00 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Run The Sims founder Justin Freeman discusses the XFL and how its 2023 season performed from a fantasy and sports betting standpoint. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 85 "A Slow, But Interesting Week"
July 17, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 76.5 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests: Front Office Sports staff writer Andrew Cohen joins the show to discuss Disney CEO's willingness of selling an equity stake in ESPN and it could impact its other networks, which broadcast XFL games. Football podcaster Jerzey Tha King discusses his interest in the XFL and shows. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863)825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 84 "New Hires and Something Brewing in Orlando"
July 10, 2023 06:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Orlando Sentinel journalist Matt Murschel discusses the efforts and likelihood of Camping World Stadium renovations and its potential impact on the Orlando Guardians. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory FAN LINE: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 83 "Perspective from Japan"
July 04, 2023 04:35 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Football historian and podcaster Greg James returns to discuss the XFL's awareness in Japan and more. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 82 "Financial Discussion"
June 26, 2023 13:36 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest: Pro Football Newsroom journalist James Larsen discusses financial reporting pertaining to the XFL. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory FAN LINE: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave a XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 81 "A Latin American Perspective"
June 19, 2023 04:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments, and joined by guest: Claro Sports football analyst Oscar Cleriga discusses the XFL and its awareness in Mexico. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 80 "British and Canadian Feedback"
June 12, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 89.6 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests: The Franchise Tag's Gareth Smith to discuss the XFL's awareness in the United Kingdom. CJME News and CKOM News reporter Britton Gray to discuss the Colin Kelly situation and the XFL's awareness in Canada. Code: PLAYER54 True Victory Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 79 "Brace Yourself For A Long Offseason"
June 04, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 60 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments, also XFL Board's Greg Parks returns to discuss his article on XFL broadcast ratings and more. Code: LETSTALKXFL Royal Retros by 503 Sports Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave a XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 78 "Renegades Crowned Champions, Rookie Draft & Roster Rules"
May 22, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by contributor Mark Halbach to discuss the XFL Championship Game; XFL News Hub journalist Anthony Miller returns to discuss the Arlington Renegades Championship run. Code: LETSTALKXFL Royal Retros by 503 Sports Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave a XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 77 "2023: Championship Preview & More"
May 12, 2023 14:31 - 1 hour - 98.1 MBThis week Michael provides an update of XFL developments and joined by guests: NeuroSync Chairman, CEO and President Gary Gregory discusses their partnership with the XFL. Contributor Mark Halbach returns to preview the Championship game, discuss Offensive Player of the Year and All-XFL Teams. Code: LETSTALKXFL Royal Retros by 503 Sports Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 76 "2023: Divisional Championship Reviews & Award Discussion"
May 08, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBThis week Michael provides an update on the latest XFL developments and is joined by contributor Mark Halbach to discuss the Regional Championship Reviews and league award winners. Code: LETSTALKXFL Royal Retros by 503 Sports Fan Line: Dial (825) TALK XFL or (825) 863-5935 To leave a XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 75 "2023: Week 10 Recap; Divisional Championships Preview"
April 29, 2023 18:20 - 2 hours - 143 MBThis week Michael provides update of XFL developments and is joined by three guests: Orlando Guardians punter Mac Brown discusses his XFL experience. Contributor Mark Halbach returns to review Week 10 game and preview the Divisional Championship matchups. ESPN analyst Tom Luginbill returns to discuss the XFL 2023 regular season and more. Code: LETSTALKXFL Royal Retros by 503 Sports Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 74 "2023: Week 9 Recap, Week 10 Preview"
April 22, 2023 15:40 - 1 hour - 87.1 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL Developments and contributor Mark Halbach returns to review Week 9 games and preview Week 10 matchups. Code: LETSTALKXFL Royal Retros by 503 Sports Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave a XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 73 "2023: Week 8 Recap; Week 9 Preview"
April 14, 2023 03:50 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and contributor Mark Halbach returns to discuss Week 8 review and preview the upcoming matchups. Code: LETSTALKXFL Royal Retros by 503 Sports Fan Line Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave an XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 72 "2023 Week 7 Recap, Week 8 Preview"
April 08, 2023 02:10 - 2 hours - 148 MBThis week Michael provides update of XFL developments: Brahmas claim Paxton Lynch Renegades sign Kelly Bryant XFL Championship Tickets On Sale XFL Semifinals Contributor Mark Halbach returns to discuss Week 7 Games and preview Week 8 Matchups. XFL News Hub's Anthony Miller joins to discuss the Arlington Renegades. XFL Newsroom's James Laren returns to discuss the Playoff Landscape. Code: LETSTALKXFL Royal Retros by 503 Sports Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To lea...
Episode 71 "2023 Week Six Recap, Week Seven Preview"
April 01, 2023 02:00 - 2 hours - 119 MBThis week Michael provides an update of XFL developments: Renegades Release QB Kyle Sloter Renegades & Vipers Trade XFL Fan Zone's David Taylor joins the show to discuss the state of the league. Contributor Mark Halbach returns to discuss Week Six games and preview Week Seven matchups. Code; LETSTALKXFL Royal Retros by 503 Sports Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave a XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 70 "2023: Week Five Recap, Week Six Preview"
March 24, 2023 04:10 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and contributor Mark Halbach returns to review week five games and preview the week six matchups. Code: LETSTALKXFL Royal Retros by 503 Sports Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave a XFL related comment, question or hot take.
Episode 69 "2023 Week Four Recap, Week Five Preview"
March 16, 2023 11:25 - 1 hour - 73.8 MBThis week Michael provides an update on XFL developments. Contributor Mark Halbach returns to review the week four games and preview week five matchups. Code: LETSTALKXFL Royal Retros by 503 Sports Fan Line: Dial (863) TALK XFL or (863) 825-5935 To leave a XFL related comment, question or hot take.