ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Building the future of Division III football requires more than winning games—it requires vision, leadership, and a willingness to embrace change.
In this episode of DingoTalk: From the Sidelines, we’re joined by three highly respected veteran head coaches for a thought-provoking roundtable discussion on the future of the Division III game.
🏈 Sherman Wood – Salisbury University
🏈 Ralph Isernia – Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI)
🏈 Ray DeFrisco – Illinois College
Together, they tackle one of the biggest questions facing Division III football today:
👉 How Do We Build the Next Version of Division III Football?
From roster management and player retention to redshirts, playoff expansion, and the future of the sport, these coaches provide honest perspectives on the opportunities and challenges shaping the next era of Division III football.
🏆 Transfer Portal, Retention & Roster Management
• How has roster management changed in today’s college football landscape?
• Why are players leaving programs?
• How do coaches keep players engaged and invested?
• Has retention become more difficult than recruiting?
🏆 Redshirts, Player Development & The Student-Athlete Experience
• Were coaches surprised the Division III redshirt proposal didn’t pass?
• Would redshirts improve player development and retention?
• Are student-athletes getting enough developmental opportunities today?
• How would redshirts change the Division III experience?
🏆 Playoffs, Access & The Future of D3 Football
• Should the Division III playoff field expand?
• Are the right teams earning postseason opportunities?
• How can Division III continue to grow without losing its identity?
• What structural changes could strengthen the future of the game?
Plus, don’t miss our Lightning Round, where each coach weighs in on:
⚡ Redshirts—yes or no?
⚡ Should the playoffs expand?
⚡ Recruiting or retention—which is the bigger challenge?
⚡ One change they’d make to Division III football tomorrow
⚡ One word that describes the future of #d3fb
Whether you’re a coach, player, recruit, parent, administrator, or passionate #d3fb fan, this conversation offers valuable insight into where Division III football is headed—and what it will take to build a stronger future.
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