On today’s episode of The Phillip Jordan Show, I’m joined by Josh Boutwell, the managing editor and sports editor for The Troy Messenger, to dive deep into the state of Troy Trojans football as we head into the 2025 season.
We start by breaking down what went wrong for the Trojans in 2024 — a year that didn’t quite meet expectations — and how new leadership and returning talent could lead to a bounce-back year. One of the biggest storylines heading into this season is the return of quarterback Goose Crowder, who’s looking to rebound from injury and provide much-needed stability and playmaking at the position.
Josh also shares his insight into why the front seven on defense could be one of the best in the Sun Belt, and how that unit might set the tone for the Trojans all season long. We take a look at the full 2025 schedule, identifying key matchups, potential trap games, and what Troy needs to do to compete for a conference title.
But that’s not all — we also pivot to some spring football talk and dive into the future of the Birmingham Stallions. With relocation rumors swirling and the possibility of the team returning to Protective Stadium in 2026, Josh and I discuss what the franchise can do to reignite local fan interest and improve attendance in a competitive sports market.
Programming Note: Before the interview begins, I open the show with a quick message on the breaking news that Troy athletics director Brent Jones is leaving the university to take a new position at Georgia Tech. The interview with Josh was recorded prior to this announcement, so we didn’t have a chance to cover it during our conversation.
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