Top Shelf Tuesday | Week 6 Recap | Eagles Drama & Cardinals Chaos | Lessons in Leadership from the NFL | Episode 685

In this week’s episode of Lessons in Leadership, we explore the evolving balance between coaching and managing in modern sports, inspired by the CKA SAVE Project. As Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals and the Transfer Portal reshape how teams operate, even top coaches admit they now do more managing than coaching. We break down how true coaching focuses on player development, communication, and empowerment, while managing revolves around results, metrics, and short-term performance goals. This leadership lesson connects directly to what’s happening in today’s NFL headlines — from the Philadelphia Eagles’ “players-only” meeting to the Arizona Cardinals disciplining their head coach. The panel dives into how these moments reflect the ongoing struggle to balance accountability and teamwork in elite sports. We examine the Eagles’ offensive struggles, leadership dynamics between stars like Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley, and A.J. Brown, and the fallout from Jonathan Gannon’s $100,000 fine with the Cardinals. Plus, we look ahead to Week 7 matchups, betting insights, and OCP’s Top 5 power rankings. Whether you’re a football fan, coach, or leader, this episode delivers valuable lessons on communication, discipline, and finding the balance between managing performance and inspiring growth. And more on your #sportspodcast with all your #sportsnews