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Football Anybody else watched this guy??

He has garnered quite a large following on social media. Basically what he does is go to different schools and try to find his way onto the football fields. He has also started a new series where he tries to see how long he can stay at different sporting events. Seems like some of them are staged, because he finds gates and doors just totally wide open sometimes.

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FB Recruiting Please welcome back Jesse Johnson, who'll help us with recruiting coverage

As many of you know, Jesse last worked here about a decade ago and just moved back to the area this summer. As I've hinted for a couple of weeks, I had been working on tabbing someone to replace Sean Williams (who did a terrific job here, but left us for more pay at another network--we parted on great terms and I wish him the best).

Anyway, Jesse was always my first choice to replace Sean, we both just had to take care of a thing or two first and weren't able to finalize all that until today. And so please join me in officially welcoming him back!

Jesse has a full-time job and some other part-time work on top of that and so there are some parameters around his time, but he's excited about joining us again. He's agreed to work from now until the end of December, at which point we'll re-evaluate that based on how that's working for both parties, so that there's not too much pressure on him as he tries to balance this with the rest of a demanding work life, which was part of the issue in getting him back here.

Anyway, my apologies for the delay in replacing Sean but I wanted to give this some time to see if we could work it out with Jesse first before I closed a door and I'm glad I waited. Thanks for your patience and I look forward to having Jesse back.

Operation Troll Bama Fans

“Operation Troll Bama Fans” was a success. Today’s run took me through campus during pregame festivities and tailgating wearing a Vandy shirt and hat. As I approached Bama fans, I pointed at them, made the “VU” sign with my hand, and said, “Anchor Down!” Many laughed, and some shook their heads, but all smiled and seemed to appreciate a good troll job. One guy just shook his head and said, “I got nothin’.” Tennessee fans also seemed to take great delight in the trolling, and several cheered, “Vandy! Vandy!” Mission accomplished!

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FB Recruiting A patient’s grandson….

Was one of the top players in the state for the 2024 class and signed with another Power 4 school.

His grandmother saw my Vanderbilt ball cap and stated that “my grandson wants to come home and play for them next year.”

I won’t disclose his name but IF Vanderbilt decides to play with the big boys - should have a very nice off-season.

Off topic Favorite college football broadcaster and/or broadcasting team

I actually like Kirk Herbstreit and Chris Fowler, enjoy listening to them broadcast a game. Also a fan of Brad Nessler and Gary Danielson. Surprised by the negative comments directed toward Jordan Rodgers on here sometimes.

Anyway, when it comes to pro football I’m am old case who grew up across the river from Philadelphia. When I was a kid John Facenda delivered the local news on CBS each night. Guy could read the phone book and you would listen to him for 30 minutes without complaint.

But my all-time favorite was Ray Scott.

How about you all?

FB Recruiting Football recruiting update (including weekend visitors)

Official visitors this weekend indulge Ziyyon Redell and Lebron Hill.

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Jack Elliott and Carson Lawrence will also be on campus.

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Other guys on campus this weekend: Evan Hampton (2026), Jayce Johnson (2027) and Abram Eisenhower (2027).

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They are going to go after Jared Curtis. No idea where that's heading.

Basketball CBS Sports: Preseason top 100+1 hoops teams

Yeah, this is just proof that with us having a new staff and a 90% new roster, they have no idea what to do with us. We aren't in the top 100+1.

Football Anchor Impact names Paul Grindstaff executive director

Anchor Impact Names Paul Grindstaff Executive Director

Proven NIL innovator will help Vanderbilt’s collective connect with energized fanbase and empower student-athletes

Online: https://vucommodores.com/anchor-impact-names-paul-grindstaff-executive-director/

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Anchor Impact, the NIL collective dedicated to providing championship opportunities to Vanderbilt student-athletes, today announced the appointment of Paul Grindstaff as Executive Director. Previously, Grindstaff played an integral role in NIL collectives at New Mexico State, The University of Texas at Arlington and Southern Methodist University.

“I applaud Anchor Impact’s appointment, and I’m excited to see what Paul will accomplish on behalf of Vanderbilt student-athletes and supporters,” said Candice Storey Lee, Vanderbilt Vice Chancellor for Athletics and University Affairs and Athletic Director. “Bringing together the best and brightest to discover new solutions in a changing world is a core tenet of Vanderbilt’s mission. Paul is further proof that the same spirit guides Anchor Impact. As a founding member of the SEC, Vanderbilt helped shape college athletics. Taking a position of leadership in 21st century means daring to grow again, whether through our historic Vandy United campaign or Anchor Impact’s dynamic NIL presence.”

Grindstaff will lead Anchor Impact’s efforts to develop innovative ways to engage fans and businesses who support Vanderbilt Athletics and Vanderbilt student-athletes.

“The addition of Paul Grindstaff to Anchor Impact is a big win for our student-athletes and everyone who cares about Vanderbilt athletics,” said Bob Calton, a member of the Anchor Impact Board of Directors. “While NIL has become a foundational building block for successful athletic programs, it is also changing rapidly and begging for creative thinkers like Paul. Again and again, he’s demonstrated that connecting with a fanbase and building a truly collaborative collective energizes passionate supporters, uplifts student-athletes, and provides a winning blueprint.”

“I’m grateful to the Board of Directors for the opportunity to help Anchor Impact grow and reach student-athletes who want to be great,” Grindstaff said. “As a small business owner, I understand the importance of growth-minded thinking that adapts to the times. As someone who has served in numerous professional and philanthropic higher education roles, I also believe that Anchor Impact will help individuals reach their full potential and support their athletic, academic and personal development.”

Grindstaff founded A-Mountain Sports, the NIL collective for New Mexico State, where he helped football coach Jerry Kill, now Vanderbilt’s chief consultant to the head coach and senior offensive advisor, build teams that reached back-to-back bowl games. New Mexico State also notched a first-round NCAA tournament victory over UConn in the collective’s first year. He also served on the Board of Directors for Pony Sports DTX, SMU’s first football-focused collective, and founded and served as Executive Director of Arlington Advantage, the NIL Collective for UT Arlington men’s basketball.

Grindstaff earned his MBA from SMU and Doctor of Chiropractic from Parker University, in addition to a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Administration from Bradley University.

Anchor Impact is the official collective supporting Vanderbilt student-athletes and provides student-athletes resources and opportunities to benefit from their name, image and likeness. Anchor Impact is a third-party organization and operates independently of Vanderbilt University.

To learn more about Anchor Impact’s efforts and to get involved, please visit anchorimpact.com or email Paul Grindstaff at paul@vandyNIL.com.
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