4th and Whatever

Coach Evans and Coach Woodard
  • 5.0 (8)
  • Sports
  • Updated Biweekly

Introducing: 4th and Whatever – the podcast where it’s 4th down, and we’re going for it… even if it makes no sense! Whether it’s college football, recruiting madness, Texas high school rivalries, or just arguing about which fast food joint has the best fries – we’re talking about it. Mostly football, but also… whatever. Because why not? Join us each week as we break down the biggest plays, the wildest rumors, and the occasional off-topic rant (you’ve been warned). If you love football with a side of chaos, 4th and Whatever is your new favorite spot. Subscribe now. Listen later. Regret nothing.

Episodes

  1. 12. Klein O-Line Coach Chris Morton Interview

    07/30/2025

    12. Klein O-Line Coach Chris Morton Interview

    We sit down with Klein’s Offensive Line Coach, Chris Morton, to discuss his coaching journey from Fulshear to Klein, and how he helped us successfully transition into a dynamic Wide Zone offense. Hear insights, lessons learned, and behind-the-scenes stories from one of the brightest minds coaching Texas high school football. Merch: https://onsha.us/collections/4th-and-whatever Sponsors: www.onsha.us www.flatlandyouthfund.org

    1h 39m
  2. 11. Summer Grind and Family Time

    07/11/2025

    11. Summer Grind and Family Time

    Summer hits different when you’re a coach. You’re running 7-on-7s, lifting with your guys, doing lineman challenges, and still trying to make it to swim lessons or a backyard cookout without checking Hudl during dinner. In this episode, we talk about what it looks like to stay committed to the grind without losing touch at home. How do we chase growth without burning out our families? What rhythms help? What moments matter most? This one’s for the coaches, dads, husbands, and anyone trying to do both well. No cape, just intentionality. Merch: https://onsha.us/collections/4th-and-whatever Sponsors: www.onsha.us www.flatlandyouthfund.org

    50 min
  3. 10. Wives Takeover Part 2

    07/07/2025

    10. Wives Takeover Part 2

    Here's the second half of our Wives taking over the podcast. We let go of the mic for a second and gave it to the real MVPs—our wives. In this episode, they talk about what it’s actually like being married to a coach. The late nights. The missed dinners. The invisible load. But also the pride, the calling, and the community that comes with it. You’ll hear the laughs, the honesty, and maybe a little roasting too. Whether you’re in this life or love someone who is, this one’s real, funny, and full of love. Merch: https://onsha.us/collections/4th-and-whatever Sponsors: www.onsha.us www.flatlandyouthfund.org

    53 min
  4. 9. Wives Takeover Part 1

    07/01/2025

    9. Wives Takeover Part 1

    We let go of the mic for a second and gave it to the real MVPs—our wives. In this episode, they talk about what it’s actually like being married to a coach. The late nights. The missed dinners. The invisible load. But also the pride, the calling, and the community that comes with it. You’ll hear the laughs, the honesty, and maybe a little roasting too. Whether you’re in this life or love someone who is, this one’s real, funny, and full of love. Merch: https://onsha.us/collections/4th-and-whatever Sponsors: www.onsha.us www.flatlandyouthfund.org

    51 min
  5. 8. College Football 26 Game and Our Nostalgia

    06/24/2025

    8. College Football 26 Game and Our Nostalgia

    It’s finally back. After years of waiting, College Football 26 is here, and we’re hyped. In this episode, we talk about why this game mattered so much to us growing up. The late-night dynasties. The custom rosters. The trash talk that almost ruined friendships. And now that it’s back, we ask the real question—does it live up to the legacy? This one’s part review, part memory lane, and all love for the greatest college football game ever made. If you ever made yourself the five-star QB at a school with no budget, this one’s for you. Merch: https://onsha.us/collections/4th-and-whatever Sponsors: www.onsha.us www.flatlandyouthfund.org

    44 min
  6. 7. Does Size or Mentality Matter More When Getting Recruited to Division 1 Schools

    06/13/2025

    7. Does Size or Mentality Matter More When Getting Recruited to Division 1 Schools

    Everyone talks about size. Height. Weight. Frame. But what about mindset? In this episode, we unpack the real recruiting conversations. Does being 6’3” guarantee a D1 offer, or can being an absolute dawg be enough? We share what we’ve seen from both ends. The freak athletes, the undersized kids who outwork everyone, and the ones who play with heart, grit, and no excuses. If you’re a player, a parent, or a coach trying to guide someone through the recruiting grind, this one’s a must. Because talent opens doors, but mentality decides who walks through. Merch: https://onsha.us/collections/4th-and-whatever Sponsors: www.onsha.us www.flatlandyouthfund.org

    23 min
  7. 6. What It’s Like to Transition from One District to Another

    06/11/2025

    6. What It’s Like to Transition from One District to Another

    New school. New staff. New system. Same whistle. In this episode, we talk about what it’s like to leave one district and step into another. The challenges, the awkward moments, the unspoken rules you learn fast, and the faith it takes to make a change. Whether you’re chasing growth, escaping burnout, or just answering a calling, you’ll feel this one. From finding your voice in a new locker room to navigating a different community, we’re unpacking the transition with honesty and humor. This one is for the coaches in motion. Merch: https://onsha.us/collections/4th-and-whatever Sponsors: www.onsha.us www.flatlandyouthfund.org

    56 min
  8. 5. How Coaches Deal with Burnout and How We REALLY Feel About PE

    05/27/2025

    5. How Coaches Deal with Burnout and How We REALLY Feel About PE

    Let’s talk about the burnout nobody warns you about. The kind that hits after the big game… or mid-week… or just randomly after another 14-hour day. In this episode, we’re getting honest about the emotional, mental, and physical toll coaching can take and how we’ve learned to rest, reset, and stay rooted. Then we shift to something close to home: PE. Not the dodgeball nostalgia people joke about, but the real deal. What it actually is. What it should be and why we’ve got mixed feelings about how it’s viewed in education today. This one’s raw, reflective, and overdue. Merch: https://onsha.us/collections/4th-and-whatever Sponsors: www.onsha.us www.flatlandyouthfund.org

    1h 4m
  9. 4. How Sports Shape Kids and Favorite Fast Food Restaurants

    05/27/2025

    4. How Sports Shape Kids and Favorite Fast Food Restaurants

    We’re talking beyond touchdowns and trophies—how sports shape kids. From discipline to resilience, teamwork to emotional control, we break down how athletics mold young people in ways the classroom just can’t. Then we pivot (like a perfectly run route) into something just as essential, fast food. What’s the go to after a long day, practice, or game? Who’s got the best fries, the most underrated nuggets, or the top-tier drive-thru menu when you need food and your own kitchen isn't an option? It’s equal parts heart and hunger. Real talk for coaches, parents, and anyone who ever crushed a Whataburger after a win. Merch: https://onsha.us/collections/4th-and-whatever Sponsors: www.onsha.us www.flatlandyouthfund.org

    55 min
  10. 3. Game Day Superstitions and is the NBA Rigged?

    05/15/2025

    3. Game Day Superstitions and is the NBA Rigged?

    From pregame prayers to that one pair of socks you haven’t washed since playoffs… we all got ‘em. In this episode, we dive into the game day rituals, superstitions, and random habits that somehow feel like they control the scoreboard. Then we shift gears and ask the question that sparks group chats and conspiracy theories alike—is the NBA actually rigged? From ref calls to draft lotteries, we’re unpacking the receipts (and the ridiculousness) behind it all. This one’s part humor, part hot take, and all heart. Whether you tape your ankles the same way every week or still think the league wanted the Lakers in the Finals, we got something for you. Merch: https://onsha.us/collections/4th-and-whatever Sponsors: www.onsha.us www.flatlandyouthfund.org

    46 min
  11. 2. What Would You Tell a First Year Coach and What School Did NOT Teach US

    05/15/2025

    2. What Would You Tell a First Year Coach and What School Did NOT Teach US

    We’re talking about what we wish we knew in year one of coaching—beyond the playbook. From identity struggles to leadership lessons school didn’t teach us, this episode is a crash course in what it really takes to coach and stay sane. For the new coaches, the burnt-out vets, and anyone trying to lead people in real life. Merch: https://onsha.us/collections/4th-and-whatever Sponsors: www.onsha.us www.flatlandyouthfund.org

    51 min
  12. 1. Why We Coach and the Pope

    05/10/2025

    1. Why We Coach and the Pope

    In our debut episode, we talk about why we coach—like really coach. Not just the X’s and O’s, but the purpose behind the grind. The calling, the chaos, the character it demands. And somehow, somewhere in the middle of all that, the Pope shows up in the convo. Yeah… that Pope. From Texas high school sidelines to locker room life lessons, this one’s for the coaches who feel more like mentors, the athletes chasing something deeper, and anybody who’s ever wondered why we keep showing up when it’d be easier to tap out. Merch: https://onsha.us/collections/4th-and-whatever Sponsors: www.onsha.us www.flatlandyouthfund.org

    35 min
  • 12 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
8 Ratings

About

Introducing: 4th and Whatever – the podcast where it’s 4th down, and we’re going for it… even if it makes no sense! Whether it’s college football, recruiting madness, Texas high school rivalries, or just arguing about which fast food joint has the best fries – we’re talking about it. Mostly football, but also… whatever. Because why not? Join us each week as we break down the biggest plays, the wildest rumors, and the occasional off-topic rant (you’ve been warned). If you love football with a side of chaos, 4th and Whatever is your new favorite spot. Subscribe now. Listen later. Regret nothing.

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  • Creator
    Coach Evans and Coach Woodard
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Phillip Evans and Preston Woodard
  • Show Website
    4th and Whatever