The Protect U Podcast
Jay and Jake sit down to discuss the evolving world of sports through the athletes, programs, and families of Protection United. The duo will be exploring changes in the athletics sphere through NIL opportunities, personal highlights, and expert analysis. Join live every Tuesday at 12PM CST.
Episodes
Joining Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson inside Studio Triple J is another group of talented members of The Protect U Crew. A group full of commitments, the DB-U title comes true with the duo of Crew members coming into the studio, with College Park defensive backs James Cabarrus and Jordan White.
Another Hot Topic broke over the last week, with recent news that June was the most expensive month in NCAA recruiting history. The wave of r...
Multiple changes were announced over recent weeks that will affect the college football landscape starting in 2027. Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson prepare to discuss the ramifications of the 5 for 5 Eligibility change and the shortening of the transfer portal in a Hot Topic Discussion.
Jay and Jake welcome another wave of Protect U Crew members into Studio Triple J for exclusive interviews about their recruiting, commitments, and pers...
Future Utah Ute and current Grand Oaks Grizzly, Darnell Jackson Jr, joins The Protect U Podcast to discuss his recent commitment. Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson share first-hand experience of their time with Darnell, along with the excitement of another Protect U Crew member making their commitment to the next level.
Also joining The Protect U Podcast is State Champion Brandon Hebert. The North Shore High School talent prepares to mak...
Another very special guest joins The Protection United Podcast to make their announcement live from inside Studio Triple J. This time, it's Ethan Williams, who surged onto the scene to become one of the most sought-after wide receivers in the 2027 class. Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson prepare for another interview and stunning commitment in this week’s episode.
Also joining the PUP is Cayden Williams, the Willis High Schoo...
The Protect U Podcast welcomes another member of The Crew to make their commitment live from Studio Triple J! This time around, Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson bring Joshua Banks into the studio to make his long-awaited decision about where he will take his talents at the collegiate level.
Recent evaluations of Protect U Crew members leads Jay and Jake to celebrate their achievements. Four-star and three-star evaluations, along with a ...
The big announcement of 3-star talent, J’Lynnd Kellow, has come! After many years of hard work and effort on the football field, the time has arrived for J’Lynnd to make his announcement for where he will call home. Join Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson as they prepare for the announcement of Kellow’s commitment live on The Protect U Podcast.
Another flashy wave of offers came in for members of The Protect U Crew, with...
Take a trip down memory lane as Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson discuss some of the best Protect U Podcast moments from the first half of 2026. With insightful interviews, memorable moments, and lots of laughter, the first half of 2026 gave a lot to look back on.
Description: Two big-time additions to The Protect U Crew headline the newest episode of The Protect U Podcast. Jay Mickens, Jake Wilson, and Chase King welcome the pair of stars through their thorough insight and personal excitement, and the opportunities that will surely come.
A successful opportunity to present at Atascocita’s Parent Night in the North Houston area meant that Protection United was able to present its stren...
Recent news out of Florida brings forward an interesting case between legal athlete representation and personal relationships between a coach and player. Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson comb through the details of the story and provide insight as to how the situation went wrong and what parents need to look out for.
An action-packed weekend saw The Protect U Staff spread out to various places, including the DJ Lagway Football Camp host...
A recent arbitration ruling involving The College Sports Commission gave more strength and legislative power over determining whether multimedia partners work as “associated entities.” Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson break down the Breaking News as the headlining act in a loaded episode.
Joining The Protect U Podcast for the first time is Protection United’s Financial Business Consultant, Sanjay Khare. With his knowle...
Yet another wave of offers has come out for the talented members of The Protect U Crew. With a new high of 25 offers to be announced, Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson ready themselves for the biggest round of offers that the podcast has ever seen. If the offers continue to pour in as they have, the offseason will be littered with visits and trips.
A special opportunity to invite Vype’s Matt Malatesta presents a chance to talk with...
A recent trip to Ruston, Louisiana allowed one of The Protect U Crew’s collegiate stars to stand out during LA Tech’s Spring game. Jay Mickens gives his firsthand account of the trip to see his son Jalen ahead of a high-ceiling sophomore season for the Bulldog receiver.
Jay and Jake Wilson welcome returning guest Jason Phillips to The Protect U Podcast, where he tells his story as an underdog Talent from TCU who more th...
The track talents of The Protect U Crew continue to attract the eyes of the nation, with multiple members getting deserving shout-outs in today’s edition of Crew in The News. Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson run through the newest crew members to make their impact outside of football, with an oddball selection thrown in from the farming world.
With the newest member of The Protect U Crew being announced today, Jay and Jake take ti...
Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson hinted at the shift that’s coming down the line with President Trump’s Executive Order to “Save College Sports” that was put in motion ahead of the Easter weekend. Jay and Jake welcome Protect U’s Sports Attorney, Josh Frieser, to get his thoughts on this monumental change to college sports and how the power dynamics in the college athletics world may change drastically.
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Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson continue to work their way through the many talented members of The Protect U Crew, with each bringing their own unique story to the table. This week, Jay and Jake sit down with Itty Henry, standout tight end and team captain for the Abilene Christian Wildcats, ahead of his final season of collegiate football.
Following DJ Lagway’s move to Baylor, Protection United has been working on its fre...
Videos pour in from members of The Protect U Crew as spring practices begin to come into full swing. Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson break down two of the strongest contenders for early spring domination, with Jeremiah McCloud and Jalen Mickens making highlight-worthy plays that demonstrate their athleticism.
Jay and Jake also take time to highlight the multi-sport success of The Protect U Crew. Members like Luke Deanda and Cedric Wils...
A highly anticipated member of The Protect U Crew makes their announcement to the dedicated audience, with hosts Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson ready to roll out the red carpet for the newest member of The Crew. Also headlining the news are commitments and offers that continue to pour in for the talented athletes under the Protection United banner.
Joining the duo in the studio is Sean Cash, a leading figure in the local to Houston, T...
The Class of 2026 was a successful ride for Protection United, with every member of The Protect U Crew finding a home at the collegiate level. Rounding out the 2026 class are Jackson Day and David Brewer IV, who take their basketball and football talents to the next level, respectively. Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson take time to congratulate the talented Protect U Crew Members while sitting down for an interview with David Brewer IV ...
Rivals’ Houston camp took place over the weekend, with many members of The Protect U Crew joining the ranks of those attending to show their stuff in front of nationally accredited scouts. Jay Mickens, Jake Wilson, Chase King, and Logan Mahoney spent Sunday connecting, watching, and filming the talented Protect U Crew members who made the tough cuts while describing their time in the midst of one of the nation’s biggest...
Recent news of Mississippi’s House passing a bill that would offer a tax break on NIL earnings for college athletes has led to debate online. Hosts Jay Mickens and Jake Wilson break down the recent change and how it may lead to other states following suit if they hope to remain competitive in the college sports sphere.
Dillon Micthell continues to light the track and field world on fire, setting a U18 World Record for the 60-...
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