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Saturday Down South Podcast

Saturday Down Southwww.saturdaydownsouth.com
The 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. Hosted by Connor O'Gara and co-hosted by Will Ogburn. College Town Series, Out Now - https://www.saturdaydownsouth.com/college-town/
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Episodes

It Just Meant More: 2021 Arkansas vs. Ole Miss (ep. 453)

Let’s throw it all the way back to…last October. Connor and Chris looked back on the 2021 thriller between Arkansas and Ole Miss. Who are the A-listers? The best lines from the broadcast? What would’ve happened if the result flipped? The guys recap it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 08, 20221 hr 50 min

Decreased NFL Combine significance, Sam Pittman on his Year 2, KJ's growth & Kirby texts (ep. 452)

Yessssssirrrrr!!! The Boss Hog rejoins the pod. Connor broke down the decreased significance of the NFL Combine. Arkansas coach Sam Pittman joined the pod to discuss a bunch of topics, including how Arkansas bought in during 2021, KJ Jefferson's growth, Treylon Burks' NFL potential, what he texted Kirby Smart after the National Championship and much more. The guys closed with hosting out-of-town guests in #FiguringItOut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 04, 20221 hr 20 min

What the coaching carousel taught us, talkin' Hogs & Bobby Petrino stories w/ John Nabors (ep. 451)

Connor has some thoughts about the coaching carousel and what it really taught us both at the college level and at the NFL level. Host of "Out of Bounds" and elite karaoke singer John Nabors joined the show to discuss Arkansas' hoops momentum, KJ Jefferson, Jadon Haselwood and some Bobby Petrino stories. Connor and Dan close with gas station food in #FiguringItOut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 01, 20221 hr 33 min

Predicting each SEC starting QB, Peter Burns on LSU expectations & the SEC's golden era (ep. 450)

The guys have a quarterback-filled pod ahead of spring camp. Who wins each SEC battle? The guys answer that with some way-too-early predictions. Also, SEC Network's Peter Burns joined the show to discuss his hole-in-one pursuit, LSU expectations and the SEC's golden era. The guys closed the pod with "Southerners in snow" in #FiguringItOut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 25, 20221 hr 37 min

Liam Coen's departure, Mike Elko talks A&M experience, Jimbo & new chapter at Duke (ep. 449)

The guys are back with a significant development in the SEC. Connor, AKA Liam Coen, is leaving for the Los Angeles Rams. The guys dig into the implications of that both with Kentucky and within the SEC East. With Playoff expansion now stalled, the guys break that down. Former Texas A&M defensive coordinator and current Duke head coach Mike Elko joined the show to discuss his experience in College Station. The guys closed with leaving jobs in #FiguringItOut. Learn more about your ad choices. ...

Feb 22, 20221 hr 21 min

Anthony Richardson sequel, Chris Fowler talks GameDay stories & broadcast transition (ep. 448)

HUGE show all around. The guys discuss Anthony Richardson and why he's the ultimate X-factor in the SEC East. Will Billy Napier unlock his potential? Plus, ESPN's Chris Fowler joined the show to discuss a variety of topics, including the famous Katy Perry day at Ole Miss and the time Lee Corso dropped an F-bomb on College GameDay. The guys close out with disappointing seasons in #FiguringItOut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 18, 20221 hr 38 min

What's next for Bryan Harsin? Alyssa Lang talks SEC hoops & her wild viral year (ep. 447)

Things have finally settled on The Plains. Bryan Harsin has kept his job. Is he out of the woods? Or is he still a dead man walking? The guys dig into all of that, along with a potential move he should make and what type of season he'll need to keep his job. SEC Network's Alyssa Lang joined the show to discuss a bunch of topics, including how she tracked down Eric Musselman to deliver that postgame interview in the tunnel after Arkansas beat Auburn. She also discussed her viral year on the sidel...

Feb 15, 20221 hr 31 min

SEC reactions to mock drafts, Urban Meyer’s future and USC vs. Miami w/ Matt Hayes (ep. 446)

We're still waiting on another potential Bryan Harsin development, but in the meantime, there's plenty to talk about in college football. The guys discuss the SEC-specific thoughts to mock drafts, including who might be getting enough love and who is getting too much love. Matt Hayes joined the show to discuss a variety of topics. We've got the latest on Auburn and how it got to this bizarre point. Plus, the guys discuss Urban Meyer's potential next role, Miami vs. USC for the next 3 years, the ...

Feb 11, 20221 hr 46 min

Auburn is in shambles, Cole Cubelic talks Bryan Harsin, Malik Willis & faking injuries (ep. 445)

Oh boy. Things are wild on The Plains with these Bryan Harsin developments. The guys break all of that down. SEC Network and ESPN analyst Cole Cubelic joined Connor to discuss that whole deal, as well as some takeaways from the Senior Bowl, including Malik Willis' potential. The guys close with student loans in #FiguringItOut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 08, 20221 hr 42 min

The SEC's Signing Day fireworks, Mark Sanchez on Lane Kiffin, Jaxson Dart & USC's future (ep. 444)

National Signing Day is in the books, but not without some interesting back and forth from Jimbo Fisher, Lane Kiffin and Nick Saban. The guys dig into all of that, as well as what this historic class means for A&M. FOX NFL analyst and former USC quarterback Mark Sanchez joined the show on behalf of Papa Johns. He talked all things Lane Kiffin, Jaxson Dart and USC's future with Lincoln Riley. The guys closed out by talking HOA in #FiguringItOut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

Feb 04, 20221 hr 20 min

Brian Kelly's viral ways, Lane's overhaul, Mizzou's Harrison Mevis on all things kicking (ep. 443)

We've got a little bit of everything with Will back. The guys break down Joe Burrow's historic feat at the top. Plus, what should we take from Brian Kelly going viral yet again? The guys discuss short- and long-term outlooks for Lane Kiffin at Ole Miss. Mizzou All-American Harrison Mevis joined the podcast to break down what it means to be clutch as a kicker and he debunks some kicking misconceptions. The guys close with facial hair in #FiguringItOut! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

Feb 01, 20221 hr 29 min

Jimbo's window & Manziel stories w/ Billy Liucci, SEC hoops galore w/ Adam Spencer (ep. 442)

We're mixing things up a little bit today. We've got 2 interviews to send you into the weekend. TexAgs' Billy Liucci joined the show to discuss all things Texas A&M. What's Jimbo Fisher's title window? What are his best Johnny Manziel stories? Connor also got caught up on SEC hoops with SDS' own Adam Spencer. Is Auburn a title team? Are the Jabari Smith comps legit? And which SEC coaches won't survive 2022? They dug into it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 28, 20221 hr 25 min

Bryan Harsin's weird year, Chris Doering talks Jermaine Burton & Billy Napier's start (ep. 441)

A solo pod it is, but never fear, Connor has plenty to discuss. Bryan Harsin's strange Year 1 has been a popular topic of conversation, especially in the wake of the Derek Mason departure. Connor breaks that down. SEC Network analyst and former Florida star Chris Doering joined the show to discuss Jermaine Burton to Alabama, Billy Napier's start at Florida and much more. Connor ends with rooting against your rival in #FiguringItOut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 25, 20221 hr 5 min

Reunion Recap Pod! 5 favorite SEC things from 2021, awards, All-Neighbor Team and more (ep. 440)

The boys are back in town! Connor and Chris take a look back at the 2021 SEC season with their favorite things that happened, awards, an All-Neighbor team and a whole lot more. PLUS, the guys also broke down the Georgia quarterback situation with the news that Stetson Bennett was returning and that JT Daniels was entering the transfer portal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 21, 20221 hr 44 min

CFP expansion stalls, Tony Barnhart on his unique UGA title experience & Kirby's future (ep. 439)

After a mini break, the guys are back with a loaded pod. They discuss why Playoff expansion talks are stalled and how we got to this point. Can anything change that? And why does it make sense that Clemson is avoiding expansion? Also, SEC Network/Sports Illustrated's Tony Barnhart joined the show to discuss his unique UGA title viewing experience and Kirby Smart's future. The guys closed with how to celebrate Georgia's title with Bowl Mania winner/UGA fan Justin Lawniczak in #FiguringItOut. Lear...

Jan 18, 20221 hr 13 min

Georgia ends the drought! UGA & Bama perspective, Way-Too-Early Top 10 for 2022 (ep. 438)

By George, it happened. The Dawgs are national champs. A game 4 decades in the making finally went UGA's way and the guys have a full breakdown of everything. How did it happen? What does it mean for Kirby? What does it mean for Saban? What should we expect of that power struggle moving forward? The guys have tons and tons of takeaways from the night in Indianapolis. PLUS, way-too-early Top 10 for 2022! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 11, 20221 hr 29 min

The Ultimate National Championship Preview, Josh Pate on natty & CFP expansion issues (ep. 437)

The natty is here and we've got a FULL preview of all things Bama-Georgia Part II. What are the keys to the game? Who wins? What would it mean for Kirby Smart's legacy? The guys break all of that down, plus CBS Sports' Josh Pate joined the program to break down the title game and discuss some bigger issues in college football. The guys close with a national championship edition of Bold and Brash! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 07, 20221 hr 27 min

Alabama-UGA CFP dominance, early natty thoughts, recapping a wild SEC bowl season (ep. 436)

The guys have so, so much to recap from bowl season. Alabama and Georgia dominated their Playoff matchups to set up a rematch in the title game. Connor and Will recap how exactly that happened and if their impressions of either team truly changed. Plus, the guys have a whole bunch of other SEC games to recap after a wild bowl season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 02, 20221 hr 29 min

The Ultimate Playoff Preview and assessing the COVID impact on bowl season (ep. 435)

We're in the midst of a strange bowl season, no doubt. Connor offers up his 90-second takes on bowl losses for Mizzou and Florida. And what impact is COVID having on bowl season? Could we really see Playoff games canceled? The guys dig into that. In terms of actual games being played, Connor and Will offer up the ultimate preview ahead of the Orange and Cotton Bowls. Candler Cook and Perry Dreher join the guys to talk all things UGA fan expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

Dec 28, 20211 hr 16 min

SEC Bowl Previews! Peach Bowl CEO Gary Stokan on bowl opt outs & 2022 UGA-Oregon matchup (ep. 434)

Bowl SZN in the SEC is OFFICIALLY here. We got the news that A&M is unable to play in the Gator Bowl, but ... we've got previews for 7 SEC Bowl games (Auburn, MSU, South Carolina, Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Ole Miss). The guys have their picks and over/unders. Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl president and CEO Gary Stokan joined the show to talk about the bowl opt outs and creative solutions, as well as UGA-Oregon. The guys close with Christmas gifts in #FiguringItOut. Learn more about your ad cho...

Dec 23, 20211 hr 31 min

Previewing Mizzou/Florida bowls, Interviews with Joe Moorhead and Ryan O'Gara (ep. 433)

It's the most wonderful time of the year. We've got bowl games to preview in the SEC with Mizzou and Florida. We've also got All-SEC snubs to break down. Plus, Connor's guy Joe Moorhead joined the show to discuss his new gig at Akron, his MSU exit and his 2-year run at Oregon. Plus, Connor's brother Ryan joined the show to talk all things Michigan ahead of the Orange Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 21, 20211 hr 29 min

Did Deion change the game? Rattler-to-SC, Phillip Fulmer on Peyton, HBC & '98 Vols (ep. 432)

It's a JAMMED pack episode for y'all. The guys recapped a wild Early Signing Period with Deion Sanders' stunning flip of the No. 1 recruit in the country. The guys dig into some of the notable SEC takeaways, as well. Spencer Rattler's stunning transfer to South Carolina had a ton of different layers to it. Tennessee legend Phillip Fulmer joined the podcast to discuss his new venture, Peyton Manning, Steve Spurrier and the 1998 Vols. The guys closed with Christmas travel in #FiguringItOut. Learn ...

Dec 17, 20211 hr 50 min

Heisman reactions, "we're gonna find out a lot," Matt Barrie on coaching changes & ESPN (ep. 431)

The guys are back with their first Monday pod in forever. They dig into the takeaways from Bryce Young's Heisman Trophy victory and what it said about his mindset. Plus, "we're gonna find out a lot" summed up a whole lot of personnel changes in college football. ESPN's Matt Barrie joined the show to discuss his ESPN role, thoughts on coaching changes, a Spurrier story and much more. The guys close with Christmas Songs in #FiguringItOut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...

Dec 14, 20211 hr 56 min

A Heisman rant, SEC bowl thoughts, Chris Rodriguez on his underdog roots & NFL decision (ep. 430)

No games to preview? No problem. We've got plenty to talk about. Connor tees off on the Heisman Trophy process and why it needs change. The guys discuss some early bowl thoughts, including a potential solution to LSU's QB problems. Kentucky running back Chris Rodriguez joined the show to discuss his recruiting story, playing in Kentucky's new offense and his pending NFL decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 09, 20211 hr 40 min

Bama destroys UGA, Kirby's blunder, Playoff takeaways & Cincinnati debate w/ Matt Hayes (ep. 429)

Championship Saturday is in the books and wow, what a day it was. Alabama destroyed Georgia in ways that nobody could've predicted. Connor broke all of that down, including what it means for Kirby's legacy and if UGA can bounce back. Matt Hayes joined the program to discuss all of that, including reactions to the Playoff field, why he's anti Cincinnati and much more. Connor closed with some thoughts on Brian Kelly's fake southern accent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...

Dec 05, 202159 min

Kelly to LSU, Bama-UGA Part 4, Brad Crawford on Beamer-to-OU odds & Bowl Projections (ep. 428)

The guys have a million and a half things to break down, including the stunning news that Brian Kelly is off to LSU and Lincoln Riley is off to USC. The guys discuss that, as well as who wins the SEC Championship and what it means for Playoff/Heisman implications. 247sports' Brad Crawford joined the show to discuss Shane Beamer to Oklahoma and SEC bowl projections. The guys finished with Bold and Brash, SEC Championship edition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 02, 20211 hr 41 min

Billy Napier to UF, Bananas Rivalry Week, Iron Bowl thriller, Playoff forecasting (ep. 427)

What a day, what a sport. The guys recapped all the madness from Rivalry Week. Who had the best Saturday? What did Alabama’s late comeback in the Iron Bowl say about the Tide? And Auburn? Georgia earned a Playoff berth. The guys discuss all the rest of the Rivalry Week action, including Lane Kiffin’s historic Year 2, Ed Orgeron’s swan song, Jimbo Fisher vs. Kevin Sumlin, Arkansas’ rivalry domination, Kentucky’s offensive turnaround and much more. The guys closed by predicting the CFP Top 10 and ...

Nov 28, 20211 hr 41 min

Rivalry Week! Florida vs. LSU job, Bear Fallica on Heisman/title bets & Miami's future (ep. 426)

Rivalry Week is here. The guys have a FULL preview of all the matchups ahead with that. Also, the guys dig into whether Florida or LSU is the better job with some key caveats. College GameDay's Chris "Bear" Fallica joined the pod to talk all things Georgia, Heisman/national championship bets and Miami's next step. The guys close with some Bold and Brash: RIvalry Week Edition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 24, 20211 hr 58 min

Dan Mullen fired at Florida, silly Lane Kiffin-to-Miami rumor, Ty Storey Interview (ep. 425)

UPDATE: Dan Mullen has been let go at Florida. It's a solo Cake Week pod! With Will on the shelf, Connor breaks down the 4 SEC vs. SEC games in Cake Week, including what happened with Arkansas hanging with Alabama, Mizzou's walk-off winner, South Carolina's bizarre win and Ole Miss' slow Senior Day, plus a rant on why Lane Kiffin isn't going to Miami. Former Arkansas QB Ty Storey discussed the shortcomings of the Chad Morris era and how he ended his time in Fayetteville. Connor closed with predi...

Nov 21, 20211 hr 29 min

Cake Week! Playoff takes, South Carolina's Jason Brown talks epic debut, SEC speed & more (ep. 424)

It's Cake Week! That's right. Cake Week, not Cupcake Week. The guys have a full breakdown of all 4 SEC vs. SEC games this week, plus a reaction to the Playoff poll and what it could mean ahead of a statement weekend for contenders. South Carolina quarterback Jason Brown joined the show and talked about his viral Adam Sandler imitation, life in the transfer portal, dealing with the success of the Florida game and much, much more. The guys ended with adult rec leagues in #FiguringItOut! Learn more...

Nov 18, 20211 hr 44 min
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