Clif Marshall
Coach Clif Marshall enters his ninth year as the Performance Director at Ignition where he is responsible for the design and implementation of both the strength and speed programs. Marshall works as a Fitness Ambassador for the NFL. With 15 years of professional experience, Marshall has trained more than 400 pro football players, including first round NFL draft picks, Super Bowl Champions and Pro Bowlers. Luke Kuechly, AJ Green, Geno Atkins and Devin McCourty have been some of Marshall's most notable clients over the years. Under Marshall's Direction Ignition has trained over 40+ NFL Combine Top Performers and a number of NFL Players who hold all time combine records for their position groups. Currently Ignition and Coach Marshall have at least one player that they have trained on all 32 NFL Clubs.
Appears in 30 Episodes
How NFL Players Make the 53-Man Roster | NFL Training Camp Secrets with Sam Acho & Clif Marshall
What separates NFL players who make the final roster from those who don't?Former NFL linebacker Sam Acho and veteran NFL strength coach Cliff Marshall reveal what real...
What If Success Is Not The Most Important Thing You Leave Behind?
In this episode, Sam Acho, Cliff, and Dr. Sonny Acho have an honest conversation about faith, purpose, family, and living a life that truly matters. Dr. Acho shares ho...
Fatherhood is more than a title. It’s a calling.
Fatherhood is more than a title. It’s a calling, a responsibility, and one of the highest forms of leadership.In this powerful Father’s Day conversation, Pastor George...
Gabe Cupps on LeBron James, Bronny, Faith, Leadership, Injury Recovery & College Basketball
Former Indiana and Ohio State guard Gabe Cupps joins Sam Acho and Clif Marshall for a powerful conversation about faith, discipline, leadership, and the lessons he's l...
Pray for your kids constantly. It's a spiritual battle
We need to talk about praying for our kids, not occasionally, but constantly. School. Home. The car. Even when they're sleeping. Because there's a real spiritual battl...
He Missed Every Friday Night Game… and Still Made the NFL
Former NFL linebacker Davion Taylor shares one of the most inspiring journeys in football.Raised in Mississippi as a Commandment Keeper, Davion observed the Sabbath fr...
From Basketball to 11-Year NFL Career: George Fant’s Unbelievable Journey | Sam Acho & Cliff Marshall
George Fant wasn’t supposed to be here at least not by the usual path.Before becoming an 11-year NFL veteran, he was a four-year basketball starter at Western Kentucky...
This is one of the most inspiring underdog stories Of Max Pulley heading into the 2026 NFL Draft.
This is one of the most inspiring underdog stories heading into the 2026 NFL Draft. From walking on with no scholarship to becoming a First-Team All-American at Woffor...
Faith, Family & Football: Clif Marshall on Training NFL Prospects and Life Beyond the Game
In this powerful episode, Sam Acho sits down with renowned strength coach Clif Marshall to talk about life on and off the field. Clif shares insights from training 25 ...
The Power of Discipline and Faith: Insights from Miller Kopp’s Journey
Have you ever wondered what it takes to reach your goals, stay resilient amid setbacks, and maintain unwavering faith through life's challenges? If so, Miller Kopp’s s...
“Born With Erb’s Palsy… Still Played Football (Here’s How)”
Most people will tell you your limitations are excuses.Emmanuel disagrees.He was born with Erb’s palsy, his right arm weaker than normal. For years, it looked like a c...
You Weren’t Invited… Now What? The Unstoppable Journey of Landon Robinson
What does it take to chase the NFL when the odds say no? From First Team All American at the United States Naval Academy to missing an invite to the NFL Scouting Combi...
The secret to true impact? It’s not just about winning on the field.
I’ve watched athletes like Justice Ellison use their platform for something far greater, a legacy rooted in faith, vulnerability, and purpose. From Bible studies on ...
Finding your Calling Beyond the paycheck with Matt Wright
In this episode of the Sam Acho podcast, Sam and Clif Marshall welcome Matt Wright, a former pastor and current executive coach, to discuss his journey in ministry, th...
Defying the Odds: Boomer Hornbeck’s Incredible Journey of Resilience
Meet Boomer Hornbeck — a living testament to resilience, faith, and perseverance. Born with cerebral palsy, Boomer faced challenges from the very beginning of his life...
EVERYBODY NEEDS THERAPY: FAITH, HEALING & MENTAL HEALTH WITH NGOZI ASHIBUOGWU
A powerful conversation with therapist Ngozi Ashibuogwu on faith, mental health, trauma, and the path to true healing. We explore how our beliefs shape our healing j...
FROM CHICAGO'S TOUGH STREETS TO THE NFL SIDELINES: "THE FAITH THAT TRANSFORMED LAMORRIS CRAWFORD"
In this powerful episode of The Sam Acho Podcast, Lamorris Crawford shares his remarkable journey from growing up in the rough streets of Chicago to serving as the tea...
Faith, Friendship, and the Mic: The Dave Pasch Story
ESPN’s own Dave Pasch opens up like never before from calling some of the biggest games in sports to discovering something far greater off the field. He shares his po...
Season 2 Episode 1: Sam Acho with Clif Marshal Podcast show
In this episode of The Sam Acho Podcast, Sam and Clif dive deep into what’s been happening in their lives lately.Sam shares about his recent experiences, his ongoing ...
Kurt Hester on Fighting Cancer, Growing Faith, and Having an Unbreakable Mindset
In this episode, Sam Acho and Clif Marshall are joined by Kurt Hester, the director of strength and performance for the Houston Cougars football team. Kurt opens up ab...
