Todd Rohal's 1986 short documentary "Tiger Town" (which seems to be completely unavailable anywhere) offers an earlier look at Massillon and its football culture, and seems a probable inspiration for this film.
To date (2022): both Elery Moore and Dan Studer have returned to Massillon. Moore working as activist and football commentator on Massillon Football. Studer has been working as a strength and conditioning coach for the Massillon Tigers.