Saturday Down South Podcast
715 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★ - 1.1K ratingsThe fastest growing college football podcast out there. Saturday Down South has been the leading voice in SEC football for years, and is now giving college football fans a "go to" podcast for weekly commentary and discussion. It's SEC football, but for your ears.
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Episodes
SDS Special: Every SEC Team As A Character From The Office (ep. 114)
May 30, 2018 11:24 - 1 hourIn this special #offseasoncontent episode, Saturday Down South's Connor O'Gara and Chris Marler merge their passions of SEC football and The Office by likening every SEC football team to a character from The Office. If you love The Office, you'll enjoy this episode. Not a fan of The Office? We'll be back next week with regular SEC football content.
Joe Burrow Expectations, Bama Drama, Cross-Divisional Games (ep. 113)
May 23, 2018 12:01 - 59 minutesSaturday Down South's Connor O'Gara and Chris Marler are back to discuss Joe Burrow expectations at LSU (1:00), the passing of former SEC Commissioner Mike Slive (13:20), the recent Alabama drama (18:55), the Alabama-Texas home-and-home series (33:00), and the best cross-divisional games in the SEC (35:00).
Legalized Gambling, Saban & Transfers, LSU 2018 Expectations (ep. 112)
May 16, 2018 12:15 - 1 hourSaturday Down South's Connor O'Gara and Chris Marler are back to discuss how the legalization of sports gambling might impact college football (1:00), Nick Saban blocking his player's transfer options (9:10), Jalen Hurts working out with the rival (16:45), Chad Kelly's NFL future (25:30), Bret Bielema's job with the New England Patriots (32:30), how many games does Ed Orgeron need to win in 2018?(40:15).
Kirby Smart & The $7 Million Club, Latest National Championship Odds (ep. 111)
May 09, 2018 20:34 - 59 minutesSaturday Down South’s Connor O’Gara and Chris Marler are back to discuss Kirby Smart getting paid and joining the $7 million club (1:30), Jimbo Fisher’s negotiation abilities (4:45), why beating Nick Saban gets you paid (9:45), John Parker Wilson’s bold claim about Tennessee’s future (14:25), the next SEC quarterback target: Ohio State’s Joe Burrows (20:15), the recently released national championship odds (38:35), Roquan Smith’s stolen goods (51:30).
NFL Draft Recap, Alabama Draft Records, Drew Lock (ep. 110)
May 02, 2018 03:05 - 1 hourSaturday Down South's Connor O'Gara and Chris Marler are back to recap the NFL Draft (1:00), 12 years of SEC dominance at the Draft(4:20), the surprise of where Derrius Guice was drafted (12:15), how Antonio Callaway actually got drafted (23:00), the hilarious Danny Etling-Julian Edelman comparison (25:20), why Bo Scarbrough nearly went undrafted (30:00), Alabama's incredible Draft numbers (33:30), the Shaquem Griffin story (38:10), the Josh Allen Twitter controversy(40:20), how Drew Lock is ...
Spring Football Recap, NFL Draft, Trent Dilfer on Tua, Fromm & Fields
April 25, 2018 08:55 - 1 hourSaturday Down South's Connor O'Gara and Chris Marler are back to discuss Jeremy Pruitt's interesting remarks following the Tennessee spring game (1:45), Mississippi State's Keytaon Thompson (7:45), Alabama's continuing Jalen Hurts saga (12:25), Saban's hot mic (13:45), first reactions to Georgia's Justin Fields (19:25), the NFL Draft (33:45), and how Connor's Finebaum appearance and Mississippi State prediction caused a mini uprising on Twitter (46:00). Then, Super Bowl winning quarterback an...
Hugh Freeze Blocked, Spring Football Continues, CFB Rule Changes (ep. 108)
April 18, 2018 10:24 - 1 hourSaturday Down South's Connor O'Gara and Chris Marler are back to discuss Greg Sankey allegedly blocking the hiring of Hugh Freeze (:30), the four spring games from last weekend (6:25), the five spring games this upcoming weekend (19:15), more confusion from Jim McElwain (41:15), the new rule for college football kickoffs (44:45), Reuben Foster's domestic violence incident (47:30).
Spurrier's Back, SEC Football Win Projections, More Spring Football (ep. 107)
April 11, 2018 11:04 - 1 hourSaturday Down South's Connor O'Gara and Chris Marler discuss Steve Spurrier's return to football (1:00), ESPN's FPI win projections for the SEC football teams (8:45), last weekend's Spring games (20:00), the ridiculous Joey Gatewood-Cam Newton comparisons (20:30), whether Ole Miss's offense could be the best in the SEC (29:00), Kentucky's offense and the Cats' upcoming spring game (35:00), Drew Lock and Derek Dooley (38:00), the next Florida Gators quarterback battle (41:30), if coaching at T...
Tennessee Expectations, More SEC Spring Games, Sports Bucket List(ep. 106)
April 04, 2018 14:21 - 1 hourSaturday Down South's Connor O'Gara and Chris Marler are back to discuss Lane Kiffin's comments about Tennessee and how early we can expect success in Knoxville (:30), South Carolina's spring game this past Saturday (8:40), Auburn's injuries and upcoming spring game (16:30), Arkansas and Ole Miss spring games (21:20), Les Miles' acting career (27:00), Herm Edwards's continued learning of college football (31:05), where The Masters falls on the sports bucket list (37:30), leaving college footb...
Tennessee's Lost Texts, Alabama-Notre Dame, South Carolina Spring Game (ep. 105)
March 28, 2018 14:03 - 58 minutesSaturday Down South's Connor O'Gara and Chris Marler discuss the now public text messages from the Tennessee hiring debacle (:30), the potential scheduling of Alabama-Notre Dame in the future (14:20), home-and-home series scheduling compared to kickoff games (20:30), Chris's day of reckoning with regards to his Michigan-Final Four prediction (26:45), his run-in with Sister Jean (27:00), South Carolina's upcoming spring game and what's next for Jake Bentley (31:55), Jimbo Fisher welcoming John...
Tua’s Injury, Georgia Spring Practice Preview, March Madness (ep. 104)
March 21, 2018 05:38 - 1 hour(0:00) The world’s on fire as Tua Tagovailoa went down with a thumb injury and the Alabama QB competition may be open again. But without very many healthy bodies, could this be an area of concern for Bama? (22:19) After putting out that fire, we whip around the conference for some updates from around spring, including Georgia reloading and Joe Moorhead’s “Chipotle Offense.” Of course, we had to power rank the best fast foot restaurants of all time. (32:32) Then the guys tackle March Madnes...
March Madness, Is the SEC Getting Unfair Draws?, BamaButch, Shurmur/Cutler Bromance (ep. 103)
March 14, 2018 05:19 - 53 minutes(0:00) BUTCH JONES TO ALABAMA AT PRO DAY -Nick Saban wouldn’t confirm it. -If you could have three wishes granted for Butch Jones’ time in Tuscaloosa, what would they be? (11:00) ED ORGERON SAYS LSU DOESN’T HAVE A FIRST-TEAM QUARTERBACK -Uhhhhh…duh -Myles Brennan and Lowell Narcisse competing for the starting job -Fun LSU QB stats -The last time an LSU QB… -Threw for 20 touchdown passes… -Threw for 3,000 yards… -The last time LSU scored 25 points against Alabama… (17:47) KYLE SHU...
NCAA Tourney Preview with Adam Spencer (ep. 102)
March 12, 2018 07:43 - 48 minutesThe NCAA Tourney is here, and the guys are joined by resident hoops expert Adam Spencer to break it all down. From the championship picks to the likely first-round upsets, they have you covered. Which SEC team has the hardest path in the tourney? Who got fairly seeded and who did the selection committee get wrong? Also, who could be the biggest letdown? We all have some fun filling out our brackets, but who are the worst people in every bracket group? All this and more on this week’s pod.
Is God An Auburn Fan?, Combine Results, Jimbo's Fake Trophy, Spring Football Update (ep. 101)
March 07, 2018 06:06 - 48 minutesIt’s time for your football fix in the middle of basketball season, and the guys have you covered: COMBINE SZN (00:00) -Donte Jackson fails to break John Ross’ record, still puts up 4.32 -Tony Brown curses on live television, guy wrongly made him stop his 40 -Davin Bellamy says Georgia didn’t prepare for someone who could throw -Lamar Jackson says he’s a quarterback, doesn’t run the 40 -Josh Allen threw a ball really far in shorts BUTCH JONES TO ALABAMA/BILLBOARD COMES DOWN (13:36) -Tennes...
The SEC Basketball Tournament Pod (ep. 100)
March 05, 2018 20:25 - 48 minutesIt’s SEC Tournament week in St. Louis, and the guys are here to break it down. On the line to help them is SDS’s own Joe Cox (not the Georgia quarterback), who is our resident SEC basketball expert, as well as a long-time Kentucky insider. We start off with the wide open SEC (0:00) and who has the best chance to come out of it, including comparing the preseason odds to win the SEC with the current tournament odds (8:13). Joe then joins the show (13:08) to share his expertise, and discuss i...
Butch to Bama, Spring Football, Starkel's Bieber Obsession, Combine, Cowherd's Wrong Again (ep. 99)
February 28, 2018 06:38 - 1 hourIt’s spring practice season in the SEC, but the news cycle is full of ridiculousness off the field. First off, Butch Jones is talking about coming to Bama, which has gotten many Bammers like Marler pretty mad. Is Saban trying for the first-ever sweep of the national championship and championship of life? (0:00) It’s time to talk spring football, as the guys talk about expectations and players to watch from teams across the league. (10:27) And of course, along with that come some cliche sp...
Tebow to the Bigs, Mac to Michigan, Fergie's Anthem Fail, #FreeMcCarron (ep. 98)
February 21, 2018 06:47 - 59 minutesIt’s a surprisingly busy week in SEC football news, as the guys break down some coaching changes, including Jim McElwain joining Jim Harbaugh at Michigan (00:46), and Alabama picking up the legendary Coach Cool (Craig Kuligowski) of Mizzou fame (9:11). Speaking of people changing jobs, former Alabama QB AJ McCarron is now free from the Bengals’ pit of misery and he can finally get a chance to start (16:20). For some reason, Connor decided to celebrate this by writing him a poem, so…enjoy th...
SEC Valentines, Manziel SZN, Mullen, Dropping Football Attendance (ep. 97)
February 14, 2018 07:26 - 50 minutesIt’s the season of love in the SEC, and that means it’s #comebackszn for Johnny Manziel (00:00). Where will he play next? Is there a worse mentor than Josh McCown, or a better place to fail than Cleveland? In an ultimate power move, Dan Mullen threw some shade at Georgia (10:39) for wins that McElwain earned. This is either the beginning of a great rivalry between two coaches, or the biggest running joke for years to come. Let’s take a two-car ride on the Lane Train (17:25), as Lane Kiffin ...
National Signing Day Aftermath with Corey Long (ep. 96)
February 08, 2018 05:18 - 1 hourIt’s National Signing Day, the last gasp of football before the long, cold offseason. The guys break down Georgia’s historic day and what it’s like to be an Alabama fan after years of being told “If you’re not first, you’re last” (0:00). This NSD was one for the ages, including the mic drop by Jacob Copeland’s mom (6:22), and several decisions that went against Tennessee in the most hilarious way possible(10:07) – did the trash can on the sideline curse them forever? We learned something ...
Recruitin' Down South: NSD Prep with Corey Long (ep. 95)
February 06, 2018 01:20 - 41 minutesThe latest episode of the Recruitin’ Down South once again features SDS recruiting insider Corey Long -- @CoreyLong on Twitter. We discuss the importance of official visits and why schools aim to get the last official visit with key targets and what National Signing Day will look like following the first ever early signing period. Corey then gives his predictions for some of the highest ranked uncommitted prospects left on the board for SEC programs.
Josh Allen is Overrated, the XFL is Back, Bad SEC Tattoos, and Signing Day is Lame (ep. 94)
January 31, 2018 23:11 - 55 minutesAre y'all tired of Josh Allen from Wyoming getting overhyped despite being painfully average? So are we. The guys tackle that (00:00) and much more on today's pod. The XFL is back, and we couldn't be more excited(12:38). What rules need to be implemented? Who would you draft first? Transfer rules are currently set up to let coaches leave their players high and dry. Should players be able to transfer when a coach leaves (31:07)? Plus bad SEC tattoos(36:48), why National Signing Day has ...
The New SDS Pod Season Premiere: Top 50 Moments of 2017 (ep. 93)
January 25, 2018 18:41 - 59 minutesThe SDS Podcast is back and better than ever with new hosts Connor O'Gara and Chris Marler. Join the guys as they fight offseason boredom with their top 50 moments of last season. The list(starts at 4:00) focuses on moments that shaped the college football world. They disagree on a few things, including Feleipe Franks' hail mary pass setting the stage for mediocrity in the SEC. The guys share their hottest takes for 2018 (20:30). Could Jalen Hurts be a kicker? What about Les Miles – is he ...
Recruitin' Down South: UA All-America Game with Corey Long (ep. 92)
January 12, 2018 22:35 - 34 minutesThe latest episode of the Recruitin’ Down South podcast features SDS’ own Corey Long (on Twitter @CoreyLong). Corey was in Orlando for the Under Armour All-American game and we wanted to discuss his thoughts on several of the prospects either headed to the SEC or currently being recruited by SEC programs. The surprise of the event was MVP RB Maurice Washington, he broke several records in the game and earned himself the attention of a few SEC programs coming out of the event. We also discus...
Brian Bosworth AKA The Boz (ep. 91)
January 07, 2018 20:05 - 12 minutesTwo-time Oklahoma All-American linebacker Brian Bosworth, AKA "The Boz" joined host Connor O'Gara on the SDS podcast. The two talked about what the downfall was for Bosworth's Sooners in the Rose Bowl and what he thinks about that Georgia defense. Bosworth also talked about how his swagger was different than Baker Mayfield's, as well as which defense has the advantage on Monday night. And what's the final score for the all-SEC title game? Bosworth gave his thoughts on that. Bosworth joined...
Recruitin' Down South: Andrew Bone of Bama Insider (ep. 90)
January 03, 2018 19:54 - 29 minutesOn the latest edition of Recruitin’ Down South we talked to recruiting reporter Andrew Bone (@AndrewJBone on Twitter) of Bama Insider the Alabama Rivals affiliate. We wanted to get his thoughts on the early signing day period and where the Tide will focus their attention in recruiting as we barrel toward the tradition signing period in February. Among the topics discussed on this episode: How is Alabama currently trending with Under Armour All-American and current commit Quay Walker? Co...
Tim Tebow (ep. 89)
December 31, 2017 17:53 - 17 minutesAhead of the Playoff showdowns on New Year's Day, Heisman Trophy winner and current ESPN/SEC Network analyst Tim Tebow joined the show to break it all down. Tebow and SDS senior national columnist Connor O'Gara talked about all things Playoff, including the keys to victory for Alabama and Georgia. Tebow also shared his thoughts on the public perception of Heisman Trophy winner Baker Mayfield, as well as some additional thoughts on the Benny Snell ejection that had Tebow fired up on Friday. ...
First and 10: Adam Kramer (ep. 88)
December 29, 2017 21:29 - 52 minutesAdam Kramer of Bleacher Report joins Matt Hayes to preview the upcoming CFP Semifinal games. Who is the most dangerous team in the playoff? Who will win the rubber match between Alabama and Clemson? Is Georgia's Jake Fromm a liability? Also..what's the likelyhood of an all-SEC national championship game? All that and much more.
Recruitin' Down South: Barton Simmons (ep. 87)
December 28, 2017 20:14 - 38 minutesHost Michael Bratton is joined by possibly the biggest name in recruiting, Barton Simmons of 247Sports to talk about the ins and outs of the modern recruiting cycle. The conversation (start: 2:34) focuses less on the specificities of the current class and more on the process. 2017 has seen the whole recruiting landscape undergo the most significant change ever; how will it affect not only recruiting, but all of college football going forward?
Recruitin' Down South: Early Signing Period Aftermath with Rivals' Mike Farrell (ep. 86)
December 21, 2017 22:59 - 32 minutesGrab your pom-poms and say YESSSSIR as this episode recaps the first day and a half of the nation's first Early Signing Period. The dust has settled, and it appears there's a new king of SEC recruiting: The Georgia Bulldogs. Host Michael Wayne Bratton dishes on his busy day covering recruiting for SDS and then brings in Mike Farrell of Rivals to recap the big picture. Farrell, dubbed "The Godfather of Recruiting," has seen a lot in his 19 years on the beat – how does this year's craziness ...
Early Signing Period, Crowded Quarterback Depth Chart at Georgia (ep. 85)
December 19, 2017 20:02 - 1 hourAmid the Christmas rush, JC and Connor dish on the news around the SEC, including the busy recruiting cycle which has been amped up by the early signing period. From Wednesday to Friday, a three-day window opens up for recruits to sign their letters of intent. No longer do they have to wait until National Signing Day in February. When it's all said and done, will this solve some problems or simply create new ones? Additionally, JC and Connor take a look at the potential Jacob Eason-Jake Fro...
Recruitin' Down South: Early Signing Period Extravaganza (ep. 84)
December 18, 2017 19:08 - 23 minutesWho's ready for some Crootin'? Host Michael Wayne Bratton (@SECMike on Twitter) talks about the ins and outs of the new early signing period from an insider's perspective. He is joined by his friend and fellow recruiting expert Mitch White, who is well-versed in the Southeast in general, as well as the recruiting hotbed of Memphis that he calls home. What is the early signing period, and who does it benefit? These guys have all the answers.
Corey Long on SEC Recruiting (ep. 83)
December 14, 2017 21:13 - 44 minutesCorey Long, SDS's recruiting expert, joins the pod to talk about the whirlwind that will be SEC recruiting during the first early signing period in college football history.We're now less than a week away, so it's about time to prepare for what's coming. How much of an effect does Long think it had on the coaching carousel spinning as wildly as it did? Which coach was the most recruiting-specific hire? Additionally, Long tells a pretty wild story about the eventual signing of one-time Arka...
First and 10: Jimmy Hyams (ep. 82)
December 13, 2017 23:42 - 49 minutesJimmy Hyams of WNML in Knoxville joins the pod to talk about the ins and outs of the Tennessee coaching search, and what's next for the Vols. Was Jeremy Pruitt the right hire(9:05)? Where did Philip Fulmer's beef start with John Currie, and was this whole process sabotaged from the start(3:35)? This and much more, including whether or not future draftees should skip their bowl games (21:10).
Anthony Dasher of UGASports.com (ep. 81)
December 13, 2017 02:21 - 28 minutesAnthony Dasher, the managing editor of UGASports.com on the Rivals network, joins the pod to talk about the Playoff-bound Georgia Bulldogs. Even if Dasher picked Georgia to win the East this season, by how much did the Bulldogs actually exceed his expectations? The Jake Fromm story has been fun to watch unfold, but what does this mean for the future of Jacob Eason? Additionally, Dasher gets into UGA's matchup with Oklahoma in the Rose Bowl. Do the Dawgs have what it takes defensively to slo...
Shea Patterson to Michigan, Coaching Carousel, Future Heisman Candidates (ep. 80)
December 12, 2017 18:55 - 59 minutesConnor joins JC in studio to discuss Shea Patterson leaving Ole Miss to go to Michigan, and other news around the SEC. It's hard to blame Patterson for saying goodbye to the Rebels and hello to the Wolverines, but how great can he be playing for Jim Harbaugh? All of a sudden Jordan Ta'amu is the full-time starter in Oxford. Is he ready for the role? Additionally, JC and Connor take a look into the crystal ball and try to locate some Heisman Trophy candidates from the SEC for 2018.
Aaron Suttles of The Tuscaloosa News (ep. 79)
December 08, 2017 01:04 - 30 minutesAaron Suttles of the Tuscaloosa News joins the pod to talk about the Playoff-bound Alabama Crimson Tide. While the Crimson Tide were ultimately included in the College Football Playoff, how confident were the players and coaches that they'd make it ahead of Ohio State? Suttles shares the perspective that he had. It might surprise you. Additionally, Suttles comments on the trials and tribulations of covering Nick Saban professionally. What kind of relationship do the two of them have these d...
Danny Kanell (ep. 78)
December 07, 2017 19:18 - 29 minutesDanny Kanell of FSU and ESPN fame joins the pod to settle his perceived beef with the SEC and talk about all things college football. Far from afraid to voice his displeasure with the College Football Playoff, Kanell weighs in on Alabama getting the benefit of the doubt over Ohio State. Even if they didn't deserve it, does he at least think the Crimson Tide are one of the best four teams in America? Additionally, Kanell opens up about his surprising divorce from ESPN earlier this year. What...
First And 10: Brett McMurphy (ep. 77)
December 06, 2017 19:19 - 48 minutesCollege football insider Brett McMurphy joins to break down the wild coaching carousel season and the College Football Playoff. As possibly the most connected man in college football, McMurphy shares his unique perspective. What's next for Tennessee, and who's really calling the shots in Knoxville? How did Florida land Dan Mullen, and what's going on up the road in Tallahassee? McMurphy has the answers. Also, Matt goes coast to coast with news around the SEC.
SEC Championship Review, Alabama vs. Ohio State Debate, All-SEC Team (ep. 76)
December 05, 2017 20:00 - 58 minutesJC and Connor discuss the wild results of championship weekend in college football and how the SEC Championship shaped the Alabama vs. Ohio State coversation. It was a complete flip of the script from what we saw the first time when the Bulldogs played the Tigers. Now Georgia is battling Oklahoma in the College Football Playoff, while Auburn has to find motivation for UCF in the Peach Bowl. Additionally, JC and Connor break down some of the selections for the various All-SEC teams and grade...
Matt Stinchcomb (ep. 75)
December 01, 2017 13:36 - 23 minutesFormer Georgia All-American and current SEC Network analyst Matt Stinchcomb joins the pod to talk aboout the SEC Championship Game in Atlanta, Stinchcomb broke down the previous Auburn-Georgia matchup, whether the Dawgs can contain Auburn's pass-rushers and what Kerryon Johnson's presence means on Saturday. He also gives his prediction for the conference title game. Ahead of the SEC Championship this weekend, Stinchcomb joined forces with the All Hands in Event in Atlanta, where he voluntee...
Bobby Hebert (ep. 74)
November 30, 2017 20:23 - 32 minutesBobby Hebert, a Saints and Falcons QB known as "The Cajun Cannon," joins the pod to talk about his longtime friend Ed Orgeron and the temperate on the bayou after the Tigers' up and down season. Now a sports talk radio host in the Crescent City, Hebert spends a lot of his time talking LSU and has a relationship with coach Ed Orgeron going back 40 years. How should the Tigers feel about their 9-3 performance during the regular season? Additionally, Hebert shares his opinion on what the Bayou...
Kirk Herbstreit (ep. 73)
November 30, 2017 16:44 - 13 minutesThe voice of college football, Kirk Herbstreit, joined the SDS Podcast to talk about this weekend's SEC Championship. The ESPN college football analyst offered his insights on what figures to be a thrilling rematch on Saturday in Atlanta. Can Auburn survive without Kerryon Johnson at 100 percent? Is Georgia capable of rallying back from a two-score deficit late? Will this be a completely different ballgame than the one we saw at Jordan-Hare? Herbstreit gave his take on all of those questions...
First And 10: Tony Barnhart (ep. 72)
November 30, 2017 00:05 - 48 minutesTony Barnhart of the SEC Network joins the Matt Hayes to discuss the wild week that has been in the SEC, as well as to preview the upcoming conference championship matchups. Tony knows college football as well as anyone, and he says that this slate of conference championships could be the most exciting he's ever seen. What kind of chaos will ensue with this many teams jockeying for position in the four-team playoff? Also, Matt gives his weekly breakdowns, as well as the picks that you've co...
Tennessee Disaster, Dan Mullen to Florida, Auburn-Georgia Rematch for SEC title (ep. 71)
November 28, 2017 22:03 - 59 minutes - 108 MBThe whole SEC has gone crazy, and it's up to JC and Connor to figure it all out. According to JC, the Volunteers might have the most delusional fan base in all of college football. They still think they're a destination job, yet so many coaches keep saying no. Just how far down the list was Tee Martin when the search first started? Additionally, the pair looks ahead to Auburn-Georgia 2.0 in the SEC Championship Game and makes their picks.
Dan Wolken (ep. 70)
November 28, 2017 18:19 - 27 minutes - 51.1 MBDan Wolken of USA Today joins the pod to talk about the Thanksgiving chaos that overwhelmed the SEC. From Tennessee to Texas A&M, nearly every team faced a bit of mayhem over the weekend. So where do we go from here? The coaching search at Tennessee has gotten totally out of control. What happened in the wake of the potential hiring of Greg Schiano was simply incredible to watch unfold. Who in their right mind wants to go to Rocky Top now? Additionally, Wolken gives his two cents worth on J...
Cupcake Week, Chip Kelly vs. Jon Gruden, Iron Bowl Preview (ep. 69)
November 22, 2017 18:01 - 57 minutes - 105 MBIt's the season of turkey and dressing across America, and the season of cupcakes in the SEC. But could cupcake week actually be good for college football? JC and Connor break it down. On one hand, it's a complete waste of time to see Alabama pull starters as early as the second quarter in a 56-0 whitewashing of Mercer. But on the other, some FCS teams might be able to have athletics at all if not for those payday games. Additionally, the pair breaks down the Iron Bowl and the impact it wil...
Chris Davis (ep. 68)
November 21, 2017 19:02 - 27 minutes - 51 MBIt's the most wonderful time in the SEC: Iron Bowl season! We're kicking it off with Chris Davis, of "Kick Six" fame. Believe it or not, Davis grew up an Alabama fan. However, he never got an offer from the Crimson Tide, so he became a Tiger and eventually authored perhaps the most memorable play in Iron Bowl history. What does he see ahead of Saturday's matchup? Additionally, Davis talks about going through a coaching change from Gene Chizik to Gus Malzahn during his time on The Plains.
First And 10: Tommy Deas of The Tuscaloosa News (ep. 67)
November 20, 2017 22:15 - 59 minutes - 110 MBTuscaloosa News executive sports editor Tommy Deas, who grew up in Tuscaloosa, joins Matt Hayes to break down all things Iron Bowl. When is Nick Saban at his best? When he tells his off-the-field anecdotes like his recent tangent about kids wearing cut off jeans. The pair of longtime SEC reporters talks about their favorite Saban stories. Also, these two teams may be more similar than we realize, but it appears to be the same old Alabama. Do the Tigers have a real shot at an upset? Plus, M...
First and 10: John Adams (ep. 66)
November 16, 2017 23:33 - 54 minutes - 99.9 MBJohn Adams of the Knoxville News Sentinel joins Matt Hayes to talk about the recent goings on around Rocky Top. The discussion ranges from where Butch Jones went wrong to where Tennessee goes next and some of the unique challenges that the UT job presents. Matt then shares his thoughts from around the SEC and gives his weekly picks.
Bo Mattingly (ep. 65)
November 16, 2017 18:02 - 32 minutes - 60 MBBo Mattingly joins the pod to talk Arkansas, and the wacky fortunes that have recently befallen the program in Fayetteville. Athletic director Jeff Long was just relieved of his duties Wednesday, so what does that mean for the future of coach Bret Bielema? If Bielema is indeed on his way out of Fayetteville, who may the Razorbacks target for the potential opening? Also, Mattingly goes into detail on Hogs quarterback Austin Allen. Why didn't he have the big senior season so many expected?