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Justin and Dan break down what caught their eye in Week 1 of Auburn football fall camp and talk basketball’s exhibition win in Greece. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• Dan visits practice and shares his thoughts

• why Jeremiah Cobb seems primed for a big season

• extra “oomph” in the running back room

• rave reviews continue for DeShawn Spencer

• AU has a tight end room full of Terminators

• defensive players making a push for playing time

• thoughts on the box score from Mykonos

• Kevin Overton’s blistering hot streak

• important Grubserver updates

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Justin and Dan break down the start of Auburn football fall camp — from Alex Golesh’s old-school style to some new-school players turning heads. Topics for this episode include:

• the potential benefits of spending fall camp away from home

• alternate names for Pat Dye’s Training Table

• the impact of Tai Buster’s injury

• Omar comin’

• Spencer’s Gifts

• a tight end room full of Dan’s Kinda Guys

• the significance of the Class of ‘25ers on Auburn’s defense

• making your own waffles for breakfast at a hotel

• Dan mentions Mack the Knife again

• gamma rays

• Spirit Halloween

• Spider-Man

• Paul Giamatti is so, so great in The Holdovers

• Dan wants to play Horst in the live-action adaptation of Ratatouille

• a classic Who’s Older? showdown (the supercut is coming)

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Justin and Dan talk Florida and Tennessee being back on the schedule for Auburn football — and look ahead to those massive early games. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• getting 12% better at podcasting

• a salute to Courtney Taylor

• the opportunity Auburn has against Florida

• the opportunity Florida has against Auburn

• wait, Florida hasn’t been t…

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Justin throws a four-pack of ObservFours at Dan: football concerns, basketball predictions, favorite trivia topics and ice cream treats. Topics for this episode include:

• important Grubserver information

• Dan promises a Who’s Older supercut

• lingering questions about Auburn’s 2026 roster and schedule

• caveats and disclaimers galore

• positions where Auburn is practically starting over

• good news and bad news about Byrum Brown

• everything’s coming up Mantas

• another Ella Langley Billboard update

• The Guys list some of their esoteric interests

• a bombshell from Dan during the sweet treat chat

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Justin and Dan discuss players who got serious summer buzz at SEC Media Days this week in Tampa and play some more Who’s Older? Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• A Pirate Looks at The Rest of the Secondary

• Golesh’s enthusiasm for the tight end room

• potential starters on the offensive line

• Byrum Brown’s effectiveness in the red zone

• Grubserver news

• Justin tried one of Dan’s favorite pizza places

• a six-pack of Who’s Older?

• the end of this episode is a backdoor pilot for future spinoff podcast “Chart Chat: Fellas talkin’ Ella”

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Justin checks in from SEC Media Days in Tampa to discuss with Dan what he heard from a confident Alex Golesh and his players. Topics for this episode include:

• a brief history of the Electronic Media Room at SEC Media Days

• Golesh’s talent for speaking extemporaneously

• Byrum Brown impressing everyone he meets

• plot a course and set sail with “The Pirate” Champ Anthony

• “Return of the Mack”

• players who have been singled out by Golesh or one of their teammates

• why The Guys have doubts about one SEC team in particular

• the Disney Vault

• Who’s More Older?: Tampa Bay Edition

• early Oscar buzz for Chalamet as Manziel?

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Justin and Dan talk Auburn basketball’s summer and what they expect to see different from the Tigers next season. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• a few rounds of Who’s More Older???

• Justin’s takeaways from basketball practice

• similarities between the makeup of this roster and the best Auburn teams of the last decade

• can Tahaad and Kevin become Auburn’s next legendary double act?

• Dan says both “Dowdzilla” and “Narcisse and Desist”

• thoughts on Auburn baseball’s new hitting coach

• mailbag questions about soundtracks, depictions of real people in movies, and ways that the musical taste of The Guys was influenced by their parents

• vital Grubserver info

• and so much more!

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Dan takes over this landmark episode and leads Justin through their Big Four topics: Auburn football, basketball, music and movies. Specifically, the topics are:

• forecasting the chances that Auburn’s football team overachieves this season

• analyzing the weaknesses of Auburn’s newly renovated men’s basketball roster

• The Guys recommend each other some bands/artists from outside their respective comfort zones

• a shockingly popular 90s film on Letterboxd

• a whole lot more!

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Justin and Dan answer your mailbag questions about Auburn football, Auburn basketball, BBQ sides and movies that are 20-40 years old. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• football position groups that intrigue and concern

• our favorite football assistant coaches ever

• the point where microtransactions reflect contemptible greed

• the benefits of AU basketball going overseas

• unlikely rivals

• Auburn athletes who could have picked soccer and thrived

• BBQ sides

• beverage and cough medicine sponsorships we’d consider

• Emily Blunt

• movies from 1986-2006 that will endure as classics

• a rousing rendition of Who’s More Senior?

• and a whole lot more!

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Justin and Dan reunite on the mic to rank Auburn football’s 10 power-conference games for 2026 from easiest to toughest. Topics for this episode include:

• Justin’s back from vacation

• Dan’s not a Lakers fan (but wishes Walker Kessler all the best)

• hey, that Narcisse Ngoy thing was weird, huh?

• why the guys are unanimous about the weakest SEC opponent for the Tigers

• how much does having a returning quarterback carry you in these rankings?

• is DJ Lagway getting the Jackson Arnold treatment?

• Mississippi State might be sneaky

• trying to split the Florida and Vanderbilt back-to-back

• will Tennessee or Ole Miss be a tougher road test?

• a prediction about the Auburn-LSU day game

• a surprisingly tough question about Alabama

• the missing piece for Georgia’s machine

• Justin and Dan recap the World Cup so far

• who is older: Lionel Messi or Kodi Burns?

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With Justin on leave, Dan Peck pilots an episode featuring chats with Adam Cole of the Montgomery Advertiser and Jordan Hill of Dawgs247.

Among the topics discussed:

• Jason Alexander’s performance as George Costanza on Seinfeld

• Lessons from the end of the season for Auburn’s baseball team

• Reasons to believe AU will be a trendy pick going into the 2027 baseball season

• Butch Thompson’s success developing young players into contributors

• Auburn football players who have improved their standing since arriving on campus

• “Not into it”

• Movie chatter with Jordan Hill

• Wait, did Dan say “quabserver”

• 1% movie fandom

• The best movies of 1995

• the cinema of the 1970s

• And a whole lot more!

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Nicole Auerbach of NBC Sports returns to discuss the Protect College Sports Act, the 2026 CFB season and how Auburn can follow Indiana’s example. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:

• what Nicole learned from her first visit to SEC meetings in Destin

• why the SEC and the Big Ten are teaming up vs. the Protect College Sports Act

• what things shoul…

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Justin and Dan take a spin through the SEC opponents Auburn basketball will face next season and talk heavily hyped events on the Plains. Topics for this episode include:

• some early housekeeping notes, including a farewell to the Wings studio

• how it’s hard to predict anything about LSU, Auburn’s third home-and-home foe

• why Justin thinks Auburn is in a large second tier in the SEC for next season

• who could unseat Florida for a title?

• Dan’s favorite SEC rosters outside of the superpower in Gainesville

• some fortunate home draws for the Tigers next season

• a clear bottom tier in the conference, at least on paper

• Justin’s SEC teams (including Auburn) he expects to exceed their projections

• Auburn football stays hot on the recruiting trail

• how do you drive from Auburn to Troy?

• ObservFour: most anticipated Auburn games of the past

• Ella Langley’s homecoming concerts on the Plains

• Dan debuts a new game to close the show

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The Justins (Ferguson & Lee, Observer & Torch) take the summer break to go through all 17 of Auburn’s varsity sports teams. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• Year 2 for soccer in a new era

• Alex Golesh “getting it” and defining success in Year 1 for football

• a Torch guarantee about volleyball

• somewhat unfamiliar territory for equestrian

• was that a Year -1 for women’s basketball?

• men’s basketball’s potential step before the leap

• a new coach but a familiar roster in gymnastics

• the age-old swimming and diving talk

• men’s tennis’ youth movement and women’s tennis’ encore

• what can baseball do to get back to Omaha and become an S-tier program?

• the make-or-break season ahead for softball

• women’s golf getting back to title contention and the men’s golf powerhouse

• why you need to pay more attention to track

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Justin and Dan roll out an ObservFour episode, covering Auburn football All-SEC picks, basketball players they were wrong about and more. Topics for this show include:

• maybe Xavier Atkins isn’t done improving

• you don’t want offense that’s “easy to defend”

• the Return of the Mack(pherson)

• Dylan, Dylan, Dylan, Dylan, and Dylan

• Dan is brave enough to admit he doubted Walker Kessler at first

• The Guys advocate for a blockbuster friendly at JHS next summer

• quasi-obscure movie recommendations

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Christian “Chip” Clemente of Auburn247 joins Justin and Dan to talk Auburn football’s massive recruiting surge and Auburn golf’s national title. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• Alex Golesh’s approach to recruiting and why it is resonating

• what Christian sees in Auburn’s 2027 commitments

• Auburn’s remarkable success recruiting running backs

• Jackson Koivun’s place in Auburn history

• the bright future for Auburn men’s golf

• NIL’s role in keeping superstar golfers in college

• by popular demand, The Guys try to go 82-0

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Ahead of Argentina-Iceland, Justin and Dan discuss Jordan-Hare Stadium and Alex Golesh’s efforts to make the crowds truly matter again. Topics for this show include:

• a quick look back at Auburn baseball’s exit and a look ahead to what’s next

• the magnitude of the Argentina-Iceland friendly inside Jordan-Hare Stadium

• Alex Golesh making JHS a major emphasis from Day 1

• how Auburn can get back to winning home games that matter again

• why the Tigers’ fan support in football is different from so many schools

• the importance of taking full advantage of an all-in fan base

• an early peek at Florida and LSU coming to the Plains this fall

• Justin’s take on how Auburn could use JHS to speed up its rebuild

• Dan’s continued stance against AI and sports gambling influence

• World Cup hype

• a round of 82-0 and a call to action

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Justin and Dan do another mailbag episode that ranges from Alex Golesh vibes and basketball expectations all the way to cinnamon rolls. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:

• potential adjustments to Alex Golesh’s offense at AU

• expectations for AUMBB next season

• unbreakable rushing records

• memorable weather

• more nons…

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Adam Cole and Henry Patton return to go deep on Auburn baseball’s wild regional win and preview supers vs. Ole Miss with Justin and Dan. Topics for this episode include:

• how Auburn fought back to win four straight elimination games

• memorable moments and performances of the weekend, starring Chase Fralick

• the role that a record crowd at Plainsman Park played in the proceedings

• the “carnage” of Regionals

• what Auburn should expect from Ole Miss

• a Summer Movie Preview

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Adam Cole and Henry Patton join Justin and Dan to preview all things Auburn baseball ahead of this weekend’s regional at Plainsman Park. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• the role coaching plays in Auburn’s success on the baseball diamond

• how the pitching staff went from question mark to exclamation point

• why big bets on young position players are paying off again

• x-factors who could step up in the postseason

• the biggest obstacles on Auburn’s path to Omaha

• keeping Barry Bonds on your team when the rest of the roster wants him gone

• standout directorial debuts

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Justin and Dan bring back The ObservFours — top fours for Auburn football, Auburn basketball, the SEC and late-night TV hosts. Topics for this offseason episode include:

• the consequences of an expanded College Football Playoff

• cherished Auburn football seasons

• unsung heroes of the Bruce Pearl era

• the best cities in the SEC

• a tribute to Stephen Colbert as The Guys remember their favorite late-night hosts

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Justin and Dan talk Mantas Rubštavičius’ commitment for Auburn basketball and a pair of Big Cat Weekend-adjacent pickups for Auburn football. Topics for this episode include:

• why Justin believes Mantas fits perfectly onto this team

• why Dan forecasts lots of threes

• realistic expectations for a renovated Auburn MBB roster

• why SEC MBB should have more contenders in 2026

• notes on Alex Golesh’s newest commitments after Big Cat Weekend

• Golesh’s embrace of “what makes Auburn Auburn”

• the significance of Auburn winning a battle for a top high school OT

• a music-heavy Nonsense Segment, as Dan reconsiders a pair of the biggest bands of the 90s/2000s and Justin offers thoughts about Emo Night promotions

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This week’s mailbag is a podcast episode. Justin and Dan answer your Auburn football and basketball questions, plus some nonsense. Topics include:

• the RB rotation beyond Jeremiah Cobb

• under-the-radar contributors to Auburn’s offense in 2026

• reasons to believe AU MBB will play better defense next season

• standout opposing player…

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Justin and Dan go deep on a group of Auburn football players who weren’t talked about as much this spring: returning veterans. Topics for this podcast include:

• the significance of Jeremiah Cobb’s decision to stay at Auburn

• reasons to think Xavier Atkins could be even better in 2026

• why The Guys are so happy for Alex McPherson

• compelling battles for playing time at wide receiver

• thoughts on Rayshawn Pleasant, Dallas Walker, Kaleb Harris, Sylvester Smith-Reed, and more

• Justin recommends a pair of shows on HBO

• by popular demand: Dan Talks Tubi

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The award-winning Adam Cole joins Justin and Dan to talk all things Alex Golesh, Year 1 expectations, tight ends and Ted Turner. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• initial impressions of Alex Golesh after his first spring on the job

• why Golesh emphasizes the importance of team chemistry so heavily

• “the power of friendship”

• Adam’s research into the coaches who mentored Alex Golesh

• why the success of Auburn’s tight end room might not be measured in catches and yards

• an Auburn Baseball breakdown from Adam

• remembering Ted Turner, a true original

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Continuing an annual tradition, Justin and Dan go head-to-head in picking full offenses and defenses from the Tigers’ current roster. Topics for this episode include:

• why Dan felt that the first overall pick was a clear choice

• the “leaders” who Justin targeted with his early picks

• which players seem positioned to take a significant jump forward in 2026

• Dan’s propensity for drafting “1-2 punches”

• the strategy of “building Monopoly hotels” at different positions during the draft

• hints about exciting offseason projects

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Justin and Dan talk Auburn basketball’s roster, NCAA Tournament expansion, the north end zone project and some mailbag questions. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• the latest on Auburn’s targets in the transfer portal

• the benefits of rim protection

• why Justin believes Auburn is still in position to add a player

• why The Guys don’t like the i…

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Justin and Dan pick their spring breakouts for Auburn football — the players who raised their stocks the most during practices. Topics for this episode include:

• Auburn’s buzzworthiest players from Spring 2026

• which stellar performances from A-Day didn’t surprise The Guys?

• the importance of the “it factor” at receiver

• the relief of a “boring” situation at quarterback

• the position battles that will continue into the summer

• Nonsense, featuring discussion of a classic 2000s comedy and the best game show ever

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Justin and Dan go deep on the four newest additions to Steven Pearl’s Auburn basketball roster from a no-holds-barred transfer portal. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• what happened during a busy week

• the “vision” Justin sees for the roster

• where Auburn’s new pieces fit on the team

• Dan’s familiarity with the Sun Belt Boys and why he thinks they’re destined to become fan favorites

• the “lottery tickets” Auburn added to the roster that could hit big

• a showstopping Grubserver segment featuring a recap of Justin’s vacation and a salute to an Auburn cheeseburger institution

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Justin and Dan share what they saw at the A-Day Game for Auburn football and break down the Bukky Oboye pickup in basketball. Topics for this episode include:

• position-by-position analysis of the action from the A-Day Game (featuring Dan’s view from the sideline)

• reactions (and overreactions) to Byrum Brown’s debut

• standout performances on both sides of the ball

• The Guys identify players who improved their stock over the last few weeks

• the significance of Bukky Oboye’s commitment to AU MBB (and what could be next)

• Justin’s going on vacation

• why Dan was moments away from destroying a TV during the postgame press conference

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Justin and Dan preview Auburn’s first A-Day under Alex Golesh, from Byrum Brown’s unofficial debut to young players to watch. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• Everything to look for on Saturday at Jordan-Hare

• Alex Golesh’s willingness to embrace notable figures from Auburn’s past

• Dan explains why the competit…

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn bringing back Tahaad Pettiford, Sebastian Williams-Adams and Kevin Overton for next season. Topics for this episode include:

• the luxury of returning production in modern college basketball

• why Tahaad’s decision makes such a difference

• what was impressive about Sebastian’s freshman season

• the versatility of Auburn’s returning players and why it could be valuable

• the impact of Elyjah Freeman’s entrance into the portal

• hypothetical music headliners for Jordan-Hare

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Justin and Dan talk Lionel Messi and Argentina in Jordan-Hare before a position-by-position breakdown of Auburn spring football. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:

• Donahue Drive is on the Road to 26

• just how famous is this Messi fella?

• why Byrum Brown stood out immediately

• the buzzworthiest players on both sides of the ball

• the most intriguin…

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Justin returns from Indianapolis to talk with Dan about the NIT title, Kevin Overton’s return, Filip Jović’s transfer and some spring football. Topics for this episode include:

• one final rollercoaster ride to end the season

• big shots Auburn had to have

• why the NIT could serve as a springboard to success

• difficult questions about Auburn’s roster that will be answered in the offseason

• Kevin Overton’s performance in the tournament and what it means moving forward

• an offensive line breakdown from Justin

• Dan’s observations about Byrum Brown and Alex Golesh

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Justin and Dan recap Auburn basketball’s NIT semifinal win over Illinois State and look ahead to Sunday night’s final vs. Tulsa. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:

• why this was one of Auburn’s most complete games of the entire season

• how Auburn’s defense made the Redbirds so uncomfortable

• standout performances from several Auburn players

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Justin and Dan talk Auburn football’s offense during spring practices and preview the Illinois State game in the NIT semis. Topics for this episode include:

• initial impressions of Byrum Brown (and some fun comparisons)

• a breakdown of the competition along the offensive line

• wide receivers that have impressed The Guys so far

• Alex Golesh’s early emphasis on the Iron Bowl

• what to expect from the Redbirds in Indianapolis

• Auburn’s newest basketball signee

• Dan thinks rings are printed instead of engraved?

• nu-metal songs that belong on the playlist at JHS

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Justin and Dan recap Auburn’s win over Nevada, discuss the new GM, answer a couple of reader questions and talk about football vibes. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• how Auburn beat Nevada with defense and toughness

• a monster night for Filip Jovic

• what advancing to the NIT Semifinal could mean for Auburn’s program moving forward

• why the NI…

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Justin and Dan are back in the studio together to talk Auburn basketball’s NIT run, some spring football and all-you-can-eat wings. Topics for this episode include:

• how to make lemonade after missing the NCAA Tournament

• why inefficient games from both Pettiford & Hall didn’t sink Auburn against Seattle U

• Elyjah Freeman’s outstanding game & what his emergence could mean for the future

• “Bombs Away” Kevin Overton

• mid-major programs being particular about what they like (and don’t like) to be called

• memories of Steve and Bryce Alford at UCLA

• Auburn Football storylines to watch

• seafood restaurants on the Gulf

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Adam Cole tags in for Dan to talk (at length) with Justin about Auburn spring football, NIT basketball and some red-hot baseball. Topics for this episode include:

• why the first day of spring practice under Alex Golesh felt different

• the importance of culture-building in the early days

• Byrum Brown making the most early of his elevated platform

• Tree Newsom, Da’Shawn Womack and other gigantic Auburn football players

• Adam makes a point about Shamar Arnoux

• Justin buys more Jeremiah Koger stock

• how Auburn basketball shook off a slow start to beat South Alabama

• Ke’Shawn Murphy’s surprising opt-out

• Keyshawn Hall’s surprising performance

• why Auburn kept shooting all those 3s — and why they started falling

• Kaden Magwood staying right and staying ready, against the odds

• Kevin Overton’s “diplomatic honesty” and some better defense in the second half

• a brief look ahead to the Seattle game in the second round

• Adam’s breakdown of why Auburn baseball has gotten off to a crazy start

• the Tigers’ elite pitching staff and top-to-bottom offense

• Hot Dog Math

• Justin’s review of the new limited edition M&M flavors

• Adam’s story involving a five-pound Reese’s Cup

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Dan calls Justin from an airport to discuss Auburn falling short of the NCAA Tournament — but still accepting an NIT bid. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:

• an explanation of why this podcast sounds different

• the Selection Committee’s decision to pick Texas over Auburn

• why the Tigers’ fate was mostly in their contro…

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Justin and Dan look back at Auburn basketball’s road loss at Alabama and look ahead to a Mississippi State rematch in the SEC Tournament. Topics for this episode include:

• how things went so catastrophically wrong in the paint and on the boards

• why Justin asked Steven Pearl about effort

• what’s behind Auburn’s new turnover problems

• why this game didn’t hinge on Alabama’s three-point shooting

• the pressure on Pearl to improve the team as the offseason draws near

• another season-on-the-line matchup with Josh Hubbard and Mississippi State

• a thrilling edition of the Wings 94.3

• Dan eats a hilarious amount of seafood and Troy WBB (and MBB!) advances to the Sun Belt Tournament finals

• Pensacola: maybe Florida’s first city?

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After a discussion of the Auburn women’s SECT win, Justin and Dan break down the Auburn men’s victory over LSU and the IBOB rematch. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• the immediate reaction from The Guys to Auburn WBB’s victory in Greenville

• why it all started with defense (again) against LSU

• which players deserve recognition for their defense after the win on Tuesday

• the luxury of continuity when trying to build a program

• what Kevin Overton provides when he’s throwing KO Punches

• speculation about the upcoming off-season’s biggest priorities

• a brief IBOB2 Preview

• Dan shares some of his Pensacola Picks before he goes to the Sun Belt Tournament

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball’s rock-bottom home loss to Ole Miss and try to make sense of the Tigers’ February fall. Topics for this episode include:

• how Saturday was a culmination of issues that were on display all month

• why Auburn’s implosion over the last four weeks deeply wounded its NCAA Tournament hopes

• what kind of heat should be on Steven Pearl

• why every team turns into the 2015 Warriors against Auburn’s defense lately

• what made this such a disappointing stretch for Auburn’s two seniors

• what Auburn needs to do to get on the right side of the bubble

• what kind of questions will be asked this offseason

• meditations on the delicate nature of Auburn’s status as a men’s basketball superpower

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Justin and Dan look at Auburn basketball’s do-or-die bubble situation over the next two home games after a disappointing loss at Oklahoma. Topics for this episode include:

• the sudden urgency of Auburn’s situation

• what’s changed the most over the last month

• the defensive problems that surfaced again in Norman

• why it’s especially disappointing that the team hasn’t gotten better over the course of the year

• the areas where Auburn’s defense needs to improve the most

• the risks of filling a roster with players who are new to D1 (or even SEC) basketball

• why Ole Miss presents a dangerous challenge despite having lost ten straight games

• a Troy Women’s Basketball update from Dan before the final day of the regular season in the Sun Belt

• a jam-packed Grubserver segment featuring Mexican food in Denton, pizza in Norman, and Dan getting a California pizzeria confused with a Juvenile album

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Justin and Dan dissect all the angles of Auburn basketball’s “instant classic” 1-point win over Kentucky on a phenomenal Saturday of hoops. Topics for this podcast include:

• how good things can actually happen sometimes

• why it all started with defense, again

• everything that went into the thrilling final basket

• what Auburn was able to do to get back in the game after Kentucky threatened to stop the show

• why KeShawn Murphy’s big night mattered so much

• Keyshawn Hall playing winning basketball without scoring

• the NCAA Tournament stakes of the win

• a look at the rest of a huge Saturday in college basketball

• an early preview of the two areas that will matter most Tuesday vs. Oklahoma

• RIP Rondale Moore

• your Winter Olympics update

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball’s “devastating” road loss at Mississippi State and answer a couple of mailbag questions. Topics for this episode include:

• why this loss hurts so, so badly

• how Auburn clawed back into (and subsequently lost) a game that seemed over multiple times

• what Justin thinks about the team’s defens…

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball’s road loss at Arkansas and what the Tigers need to do over the final three weeks of the season. Topics for this episode include:

• why the rematch was so different than the first time around

• what we know about Keyshawn Hall’s absence

• the implosion of any Ewing Theory potential

• who needed to step up without Hall in the lineup

• why Arkansas was so effective attacking the rim

• how Tahaad’s play continues to trend upward despite the team’s losing streak

• Auburn’s proximity to Bubbletown

• a preview of Wednesday’s pivotal game in Starkville

• a bountiful Grubserver segment, featuring Justin’s ode to beef ribs and Dan’s penchant for ordering food that attracts attention as it heads to the table

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Justin and Dan pick out the takeaways that matter from Auburn’s loss to Vanderbilt ahead of the Arkansas trip and talk football with Adam Cole of the Montgomery Advertiser. Topics for this episode include:

• why Auburn needed more

• how Auburn trimmed the deficit to 4 in the closing minutes

• what could change before the season ends

• Keyshawn Hall’s rough night at the office and how he could rebound

• why Steven Pearl wanted to single out Elijah Freeman’s game

• some positive signs from Tahaad

• a brief preview of a road game against revenge-minded Arkansas

• the most notable and interesting stuff the guys heard from Auburn’s football coaches this week

• pizza toppings

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Justin and Dan recap Auburn basketball’s missed opportunity of a home loss to Alabama and look ahead to a pivotal week ahead for the Tigers. Topics for this episode include:

• why the Alabama loss is particularly deflating

• why Justin wanted to start the show talking about defense

• how the game changed so dramatically in the final minutes of the first half

• Dan speculates about reasons for Auburn’s second-half struggles in SEC play

• why SWA represented the team at the postgame press conference

• Dan remembers what a Bond villain said about the difference between genius and madness (editor’s note: it’s from TOMORROW NEVER DIES)

• what to expect from Vanderbilt, another team having a rollercoaster season

• “the fickle nature of the jump shot”

• memories from Super Bowl halftime shows of yore

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Justin and Dan preview Auburn basketball’s home showdown with rival Alabama and talk about the importance of running the dang football. Topics for this episode include:

• what needs to go right for Auburn if they’re going to protect their house

• did Tennessee provide a blueprint for Auburn’s next opponents

• a breakdown of Alabama’s pe…

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Justin and Dan pay tribute to the legendary Phillip Marshall before looking back at the lessons Auburn learned in a loss at Tennessee. Topics for this episode include:

• a few of Justin and Dan’s favorite Phillip memories

• how a team finally matched Auburn’s physicality

• playing hard vs. playing hard and playing well

• an excellent defensive strategy by Tennessee

• what to do when your shooting is frostier than the weather

• why Auburn’s off-week arrives at the ideal time

• Dan needs recommendations for Muncie, IN

• Grubserver chatter about Justin’s visit to Botanic

• Dan and Justin share some thoughts about Catherine O’Hara

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Justin and Dan recap Auburn basketball’s massive comeback win against Texas and look ahead to a major challenge ahead at Tennessee. Topics for this episode include:

• how things shifted so dramatically after Auburn’s uneven start

• Auburn’s eye-popping offensive stats from the second half

• Keyshawn Hall’s brilliance and how Auburn utilizes it

• Kevin Overton’s apology and subsequent domination

• Tahaad’s quest for efficiency

• what constitutes a foul inside ECW Arena

• Justin makes a bold prediction about SWA’s future

• a brief preview of the Food City Free-For-All against Tennessee in Knoxville

• a Troy Women’s Basketball update from Dan

• another thrilling installment of audience favorite The Wings 94.3 Game

• Classic Grubserver Nonsense, featuring a pizza place from the 1950s, discontinued fast food menu items, and root beer

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Justin and Dan discuss Auburn basketball’s massive road victory at Florida and what it could mean for the rest of the Tigers’ SEC season. Topics for this episode include:

• how Auburn found a way

• Keyshawn Hall throwing fireballs from his hands

• Dan realizes why this team isn’t what some folks expected going into the season

• Justin explains why this win was so significant for Steven Pearl

• singling out The Moments That Mattered

• Tahaad hitting one of the biggest shots of the season

• Wes Byrum

• a brief Texas preview

• Dan still has nightmares about Tramon Mark’s mid-range jumper

• extended Nonsense with musings about a pizza place from the 1950s near Marshall’s campus, a Carolina Ale House story from Dan, and a salute to Austin’s Cattle Company in Valdosta

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For those who are new to The Observer: Friends of the Program is a freewheeling discussion among three Auburn fans. Their thoughts and opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of Observer management, and some language might not be suitable for all listeners. Enjoy.

In this episode of The Friends of the Program…

• how a morning bet from Painter led to Auburn’s win at Florida

• normalize slamming home a dunk to close a victory

• Steven Pearl vs. Todd Golden

• “a pretty strong slap on the butt there”

• a trip down memory lane back to 2023

• the Charles Bediako situation

• Keyshawn Hall, what a guy

• “Johni Broome actually got me to turn on a G-League game”

• how Dylan Cardwell can turn into Hakeem Olajuwon by his second contract

• what the fellas would do if Auburn tried to bring a pro onto its team

• “you mean, like, the Russian man?”

• a special message to the haters

• “about time we got some talent at The Observer”

• Dave tries to petition to write a newsletter

• why it’s now important to come in second for 5-stars in football

• analysis of how many times a quarterback has been compared to Cam Newton

• “where am I supposed to find an Ole Miss basketball fan to trash talk?”

• an update on egg prices

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Justin and Dan recap Auburn basketball’s crucial road win at Ole Miss and look ahead to a literally gigantic challenge at Florida on Saturday. Topics for this episode include:

• the numerous ways in which Auburn outfought Ole Miss

• how this team continues to score (and win) without hitting from the outside

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Justin and Dan look back at Auburn basketball getting a win it absolutely needed against South Carolina behind Filip Jović’s breakout performance, then they talk about the work Alex Golesh and staff are doing in the transfer portal for Auburn football. Topics for this episode include:

• the benefits of winning when a team needs a win

• the conditions that led to Jović’s massive game

• is Auburn’s frosty three-point shooting a concern?

• how elements of Tahaad Pettiford’s game reversed course after the Missouri loss

• Dan’s reasons to believe the team can improve between now and the end of the season

• a brief preview of Ole Miss before Justin heads to Oxford

• a player-by-player breakdown of Auburn’s latest incoming football transfers

• which positions seem to have clear-cut favorites to start and which positions seem to suggest heavy competition

• Scrap joining a long line of great Auburn names

• an update about Troy Women’s Basketball’s quest for the Sun Belt title

• an ode to watching historic sports moments at bars in airports

• a preview of the CFP National Championship Game

• Dan takes victory laps after predicting success for Dylan Cardwell and Fernando Mendoza

• several failed attempts by Dan to give Jović a nickname, including one that causes Justin audible pain

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Justin and Dan provide a detailed breakdown of Auburn basketball’s deflating loss at Missouri. Topics for this episode include:

• what went wrong

• a rough night at the office for Keyshawn Hall and Tahaad Pettiford

• why Steven Pearl’s postgame remarks about leadership were so illuminating

• Auburn’s lack of depth, where it impacts offense and defense, and where it doesn’t

• the importance of Sebastian Williams-Adams to this team

• the ongoing search for consistency

• a home matchup on Saturday against South Carolina that takes on added importance after the Missouri game

• Meechie? Again?

• Auburn women’s basketball picking up a massive home win against Alabama while the podcast was being recorded

• a thrilling installment of The Wings 94.3 Game

• the hilarious Kyle Tucker news

• Grubserver talk about Pizza Tree, Hawaiian Bros, and In-N-Out Burger

• Dan nominates a few actors who had De Niro-esque 10-year runs

• a formal invitation to appear on the show for one of the Observer’s favorite actor/wrestlers

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Justin and Dan go deep on Auburn basketball’s massive and much-needed home win over Arkansas before discussing the latest big-time pickups in the transfer portal for Auburn football. Topics for this episode include:

• how the Tigers flashed their impressive ceiling once again

• Auburn’s players saying they had to win this one for the fans

• Keyshawn Hall putting himself in Auburn history with another 30-ball

• why Hall’s game was much more than just scoring at an elite level

• Tahaad Pettiford making a huge difference while not hitting many shots

• Auburn’s defensive excellence against one of the nation’s best offenses

• the Tigers’ ability to rebound at a very high rate against bigger teams

• Justin’s take about just how good this Auburn offense can be

• why Blake Muschalek played over Kaden Magwood on Saturday

• a brief preview of a road test against a massive Missouri team

• how much better could Auburn football’s offense be next season?

• landing Keshaun Singleton and the importance of continuity

• the upgrade at quarterback with Byrum Brown

• a look back at the transfer quarterback class in 2025

• Cam Coleman to Texas… and Deuce Knight to Ole Miss

• Baylor transfer Bryson Washington’s potential in an Alex Golesh offense

• the surprise pickup of Jake Johnson at tight end

• Dan’s take on new transfer offensive tackle Jo Simmons

• looking at a few recent pickups on the defensive side and what could be next

• “the West Coast of the Sun Belt”

• check out this up-and-coming film actor: Robert De Niro

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Justin and Dan go long (Byrum Brown term) once again to talk all things Auburn basketball and Auburn football in another loaded week for both sports. Topics include:

• the controversial ending to the Texas A&M game

• why the SEC isn’t interested in transparency with officiating

• how Auburn should have never found itself in that positio…

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Justin and Dan burn some midnight oil back in the Wings 94.3 studio, talking all things Auburn football in the transfer portal before a deep dive into the first two SEC games for Auburn basketball. Topics for this episode include:

• the “latest” on Byrum Brown and Keshaun Singleton, as of Monday night

• why these timelines feel different — and more stressful for some fans

• what Nykahi Davenport could bring to Auburn’s running back room

• how the Tigers are reloading the wide receiver room rather quickly

• some names to watch along the offensive and defensive lines

• holding onto some key young players on the defensive side of the ball

• Justin’s Auburn comp for Fred Gaskin III

• Dan’s love of all things Florida panhandle recruits

• why you shouldn’t get caught up too much in the transfer rankings

• Auburn basketball’s defensive issues and what can be done to fix it

• how the Tigers showed a ton of fight in the comeback in Athens

• why the guards — not the bigs — are the biggest concerns right now

• Filip Jović being an example to follow moving forward

• a breakdown of a brand-new Texas A&M rotation running Bucky Ball

• the Tigers’ keys to success against the Aggies

• how much has your opinion on Auburn basketball’s ceiling changed?

• a shoutout to new Observer contributor Justin Lee and The Auburn Torch

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Justin and Dan are both remote and in-person for this podcast episode, talking all things portal for Auburn football before calling Dawgs247’s Jordan Hill to preview Auburn basketball’s SEC opener at Georgia. Topics include:

• Cam Coleman, Deuce Knight and the negative transfer portal news…

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Justin and Dan are back in the Wings 94.3 studio after a week off for the holidays, and they change it up by talking some Auburn football before diving into football. Topics for this episode include:

• note: this episode was recorded before the Connor Lew news

• the latest outgoing portal movement for Auburn football

• Auburn’s changing NIL and revenue-sharing approach

• how the Xavier Atkins retention is feeling bigger by the week

• increased optimism of Cam Coleman’s return to the Plains

• the Sunk Cost Fallacy and South Carolina

• why Auburn fans shouldn’t freak out too much right now

• Tahaad Pettiford and KeShawn Murphy’s positive injury news

• the real challenge of facing Queens’ offense on Monday night

• the real opportunity in facing Queens’ defense on Monday night

• setting the tone in the final non-conference game before going to Georgia

• The Auburn Observer’s plans for 2026

• Justin accidentally going viral with a tweet about his mother-in-law

• Dan’s review of Marty Supreme

• not The Queens of the Stone Age song you were expecting (or maybe it was)

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Justin checks in from Indianapolis to break down what he saw in Indianapolis in Auburn basketball’s loss to Purdue with Dan. Topics include:

• why this game felt different than the Arizona and Purdue losses

• Steven Pearl’s read of the situation, even if some fans don’t agree with it

• this sport is about getting buckets

• Auburn’s need to do more in the back to counter what it lacks in the front

• the statistical outliers of Purdue’s shooting performance

• how Auburn didn’t get much on offense outside of Kevin Overton

• the injury fears for Tahaad Pettiford and KeShawn Murphy

• has the non-conference schedule changed your opinion of this team?

• looking ahead to a more favorable-looking start to SEC play

• Tahaad Pettiford heading into the second half of the season

• the importance of ratcheting up pressure and finding ways to generate turnovers

• a wild stat about Auburn’s free-throw battles

• can the Tigers find a new big at the last second — and develop another guard?

• Justin’s Grubserver review of two very Indianapolis meals

• Dan’s review of the new Avatar movie

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball’s underwhelming win over Chattanooga in Atlanta and talk a couple of notable football departures. Topics include:

• Auburn’s lack of defensive effort and execution in a favorable matchup

• Dan’s question about if the Tigers can play disruptive defense without numbers

• Justin’s take about the absence of Kevin Overton in this game

• Elyjah Freeman giving up his starting spot to Sebastian Williams-Adams

• Auburn’s improved ball movement and assist rate on offense

• the issues that still creep up for the Tigers’ top-15 attack

• Keyshawn Hall providing more than just points

• Tahaad Pettiford finding his 3-point shot again

• Emeka Opurum’s sudden shutdown

• Auburn needing defensive improvement from the backup guards

• why did Auburn score so much in the final minute?

• Malcolm Simmons’ transfer departure for football

• the Freeze Four Era and how things might change moving forward

• Keldric Faulk heading to the NFL Draft, as expected

• a Dusty Finish in basketball

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Justin and Dan go deep on a number of subjects for Auburn football and basketball as the Tigers nail down their assistant coaches and schedule for 2026 — and get ready for a trip to Atlanta this weekend for Holiday Hoopsgiving. Topics include:

• the mix of Alex Golesh, SEC and even Auburn experience on this new staff

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Justin and Dan are back in studio to record a wide-ranging episode on Alex Golesh’s first week with Auburn football and Auburn basketball’s loss at Arizona. Topics include:

• Golesh saying his top priority is re-recruiting the current roster

• why Golesh could have gone clean slate with the program — but isn’t

• the right approach to retaining talent, given Auburn’s recent situation

• the quarterback situation and the Deuce Knight debate among fans

• putting the importance of recruiting into the proper context

• a reminder of why Auburn decided to hire Alex Golesh in the first place

• why bringing over USF staffers (and maybe talent) makes sense

• building the Year 1 staff of assistants, including a couple of new names

• Beef O’Brady’s?

• what went so wrong for Auburn basketball at Arizona

• why this particular loss isn’t a reason to hit the panic button

• how Auburn basketball didn’t look connected enough on both ends of the floor

• putting Auburn’s 7-3 start in the proper context

• looking ahead to the rest of the schedule, including that Purdue trip next week

• A NOTE FROM DAN: Because of technical difficulties, we had to edit out the original ending of this episode. Justin provided thoughts about his visit to Tucson (he described some delicious Mexican food) and I lamented the looming end of 80s pro wrestling on Peacock and its uncertain streaming future. I vow that we will revisit both subjects in the future on The Auburn Observer Podcast.

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Justin and Dan aren’t in the Wings 94.3 studio for this one, but they try to make up for it by talking a ton of Auburn basketball and football in a short amount of time before the Observer North American Tour continues. Topics include:

• why Auburn turned the ball over so much against NC State

• Kevin Overton playing a nearly perfect game …

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Justin and Dan share all of their thoughts on Auburn football’s hire of Alex Golesh as its new head coach, less than 24 hours after the end of the season. Topics include:

• why it’s important to remember where USF was before Golesh arrived

• Golesh’s work with some of the best-looking offenses in college football

• the details of the Veer-and-Shoot system and what sets Golesh apart there

• Golesh’s Rust Belt football background and how it applies to his offenses

• Auburn’s pursuit of top target Jon Sumrall, who ended up at Florida

• DJ Durkin’s chances of staying on as Golesh’s defensive coordinator

• Kodi Burns and other USF names who could be making the jump to the Plains

• how John Cohen’s first press conference hinted at a Golesh-like hire

• why quarterback play and elite offense have been priorities right now

• the bonus of roster retention — and why it’s not the biggest deal with a change

• what Year 1 under Golesh could look like with the schedule Auburn must face

• a look at the Lane Kiffin-to-LSU chaos, Kentucky’s late move and… whatever Penn State is doing in this carousel?

• Dan asks a question: which Christmas movie would you play 24 straight hours if you owned a cable channel?

• Note: Justin misspoke when he said the Christmas sale was $5 or $50. It’s 25% off an annual sub, for the 25 days. You get it.

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Justin and Dan are still in Las Vegas for this episode, using the power of time travel. They break down all the angles of Auburn football’s shot at a monumental upset of rival Alabama in the 2025 Iron Bowl at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Topics include:

• the parallels between this matchup and past Iron Bowls

• why an Auburn team that has on…

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Justin and Dan break down what they saw from Auburn basketball live in Las Vegas at the Players Era Championship: Two huge second-half surges to beat Oregon and St. John’s, plus a blowout loss to a Michigan team that might be invincible. Topics include:

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Justin and Dan recap Auburn football putting together a mostly complete performance in a win over Mercer before turning their attention to Auburn basketball’s first two games at the Players Era Festival. Topics for this episode include:

• the improved vibes heading into the Iron Bowl

• Deuce Knight putting on a show in his first career start

• again, what was Hugh Freeze doing on offense? Derrick Nix figured it out

• Auburn’s pass defense struggling early — and why that’s a problem

• Cam Coleman’s latest touchdown and his value to the program moving forward

• Keldric Faulk’s early absence and the surprising lack of running back production

• the format of the Players Era Festival, which is pretty out there

• Keyshawn Hall’s injury status

• how Oregon has one of the tallest and most talented rosters you’ll find in Vegas

• the matchup between KeShawn Murphy and Nate Bittle

• Justin’s thoughts on where Auburn’s defense has to be careful against Oregon

• is there pressure on Tahaad Pettiford after a slow shooting start?

• looking ahead to a matchup with another loaded Michigan team

• rebounding, rebounding, rebounding

• a reminder that The Observer will be in Vegas for all the action

• Dan’s guide to Las Vegas

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Justin and Dan recap Auburn basketball nearly pulling off an upset of No. 1 Houston in Birmingham with a virtually brand-new roster. Topics for this episode include:

• how Auburn truly believed it could beat Houston on Sunday

• the resiliency Auburn showed it responding to every punch in this game

• the Tigers’ rebounding holding up in a physical showdown

• Keyshawn Hall buying into the Auburn culture and not just being a scorer

• how Hall’s early injury exit made a difference down the stretch

• KeShawn Murphy proving his immense value again in his return

• Sebastian Williams-Adams and Elyjah Freeman showing that they’re ready now

• Tahaad Pettiford looking more like his old self in this one

• Auburn’s ability to dominate the foul battle…

• …but miss out on a win at the free-throw line

• the defensive issues and the continued work toward consistency on that end

• why Auburn should keep playing these types of games

• Grubserver: a review of Johnny’s Restaurant in Homewood

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Justin and Dan talk a lot of Auburn basketball in this episode, looking back at the Wofford win and previewing a massive showdown with No. 1 Houston in Birmingham before talking DJ Durkin and reviewing a bag of Skittles. Topics include:

• Keyshawn Hall continuing to be a bucket

• Tahaad Pettiford’s shooting slump to start the season

• A…

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Justin and Dan recap Auburn football’s surprising shootout loss to Vanderbilt away from home while looking back at a strong win for basketball against Merrimack. Topics for this show include:

• …what exactly was Hugh Freeze doing with this offense?

• how much better Auburn’s attack looked with actual pace and space

• the Tigers continuing to fight in an increasingly lost season

• why Auburn’s season-long defensive issues looked even larger in this game

• pay Cam Coleman whatever it takes

• Ashton Daniels looking like a winning-quality SEC quarterback

• the return of the penalties and how they might have been the ultimate difference

• Auburn’s offensive line stepping up with a change in personnel

• looking ahead to an Iron Bowl with something actually at stake

• DJ Durkin’s chances at the permanent head coaching job

• Emeka Opurum having a strong Auburn debut against Merrimack

• Dan making a terrible pun with Keyshawn Hall

• Justin having a small victory lap about Sebastian Williams-Adams

• the Tigers’ backcourt contributing well without scoring a ton

• Auburn’s offensive potential once it starts knocking down 3s

• why dominating small teams in rebounding might actually matter

• KeShawn Murphy’s status

• a quick look ahead to Tuesday’s home game against Wofford

• Steven Spielberg Chat

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Justin and Dan go long on a busy last few days on the Plains: John Cohen’s coaching search presser, the Notre Dame series announcement, the Vanderbilt matchup under DJ Durkin and two basketball games. Topics for this subscribers-only show include:

• what stood out the most about John Cohen’s press conference

• why the words “edg…

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Justin and Dan discuss the end of the Hugh Freeze era in Auburn’s 10-3 home loss to Kentucky and what’s next — both with the football program and the basketball team that officially starts this week. Topics for this show include:

• where it all went wrong for Hugh Freeze at Auburn in a high-stakes season

• the most searing indictments of the tenure during the Kentucky game

• the offense somehow getting worse, despite adding more talent

• “we’re close,” asking for patience and other eye-opening quotes from the end

• the common denominator never being the quarterback

• some of the worst stats from the Freeze Era, including a terrible JHS record

• Justin goes through Dan’s categorized early list of coaching candidates

• the Group of Five head coach that makes the most sense as a hire

• the wild card coaches that don’t seem to have any true comparisons

• the thing about DJ Durkin as the interim — and in the permanent job

• a quick ObservFour from Auburn basketball’s 100-71 win over Memphis

• a look at the Bethune Cookman team that will open the season in Neville Arena

• a whole lot more that doesn’t fit into this list

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Justin and Dan preview Auburn basketball’s exhibition against Memphis and football’s home game against Kentucky. Topics for this subscribers-only show include:

• what Auburn basketball should expect from Memphis

• the frontcourt matchup with a limited Ke’Shawn Murphy

• the players we’re watching closest in Atlanta

• Filip Jović’s wild card…

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn football going on the road and rallying for a needed comeback win over Arkansas. Topics for this show include:

• what this win means and doesn’t mean for Auburn moving forward

• Auburn switching from Jackson Arnold to Ashton Daniels at quarterback

• the turnover-heavy fourth quarter to remember from the Tigers’ defense

• Xavier Atkins playing some unreal football at linebacker this season

• why Justin thinks Auburn’s run defense won this game for the Tigers

• Alex McPherson’s redemption story

• the continued failure of Auburn offense to score touchdowns in the red zone

• Cam Coleman’s ridiculous touchdown and return from an ankle sprain

• how everyone should give Hugh Freeze and his team credit for one big thing

• Kail Ellis’ first start at center and Jeremiah Cobb’s surge in the rushing ranks

• Keyron Crawford’s Memphis barbecue recommendation

• roller grill items and the game of “What’s At This Love’s Truck Stop?”

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn football’s matchup against Arkansas in a Job Anxiety Bowl between two familiar foes. Topics for this subscribers-only show include:

• why Arkansas is unlike any other team that has lost five straight games

• the Razorbacks’ best-in-SEC offense being an extreme outlier

• Auburn appearing to stick with Jackson Arnold at quarterback

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Justin and Dan go deep on what ailed Auburn football once again in a collapse of a home loss to Missouri in double overtime. Topics for this show include:

• how Auburn’s offense has been so fragile in the face of adversity yet again

• why Dan believes that luck has nothing to do with this

• Justin’s take on Jackson Arnold and the need for a change at quarterback

• the lack of mojo on Auburn’s offense, especially through the air

• Auburn not being able to take advantage of good games from Jeremiah Cobb, Cam Coleman and Perry Thompson

• the Tigers coming up with crucial stops on defense…

• …but still having their own issues in critical times during the game

• the dominance of Auburn’s defensive front, even in a spiraling season

• will the dam break for the Tigers soon?

• why the Arkansas trip looks like a perfect storm of trouble for Auburn

• how much the missed field goals really matter

• again, will Hugh Freeze change anything in the face of all this pressure?

• a preemptive apology for this episode quality

• marveling at Shohei Ohtani

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It’s a 2-for-1 episode: A basketball recap and a football preview. Listen fast. Topics for this subscribers-only show include:

• Auburn basketball’s defense being a major work in progress

• why Dan thinks the Tigers have to learn each other on offense, too

• how Justin was impressed with the offense, despite the shooting issues

• Sebastian Williams-Adams, El Hijo d…

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Justin and Dan share their thoughts on Auburn football’s latest missed opportunity: A blown early lead in a loss to rival Georgia. Topics for this recap podcast include:

• Hugh Freeze’s postgame comments about not knowing how to win

• the regression that continues for the Tigers midway through Year 3

• how the fumble call changed the game — but shouldn’t be the reason for the loss

• Jackson Arnold’s continued struggles against quality competition

• should Auburn make a quarterback change now?

• the Tigers’ failure to adjust on offense in the second halves of games

• Auburn squandering another winning performance on defense

• a third straight game of double-digit penalties and why that stands out

• Dan asks if Auburn has any urgency to change right now

• Justin wonders if the loyal support will continue for this football program

• a primetime atmosphere going to waste

• a quick preview of Auburn basketball’s exhibition against Oklahoma State

• the breaking James Franklin news

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Jordan Hill and Ben Wolk make their annual visit to the podcast to preview Auburn vs. Georgia in football with Justin and Dan. Topics for this subscribers-only show include:

• why the guys think the point spread is what it is

• Jordan and Ben’s breakdown of Georgia’s lack of a pass rush

• Justin’s persistence about Auburn running t…

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It’s ‘bout that time. For the sixth straight year, we take the off week from Auburn football to do a subscribers-only podcast on Auburn basketball before the start of a new season — this time, the first one under Steven Pearl. Topics include:

• Keyshawn Hall and Tahaad Pettiford deciding to stay on the Plains

• why offense > defense so far for Auburn basketball

• the Tigers wanting to turn back the clock by playing even faster

• Tahaad Pettiford’s growth as a team leader and top floor general

• why the guys call Kaden Magwood a “sinister” scorer

• Kevin Overton’s two-way impact as a veteran

• what makes Auburn’s staff truly excited about Elyjah Freeman

• a fun player comp for Abdul Bashir

• how Keyshawn Hall is different from the usual power forwards at Auburn

• Sebastian Williams-Adams’ rising stock as a freshman

• explaining why patience is going to be necessary for Filip Jović

• KeShawn Murphy’s return to the floor from an injury scare

• Justin and Dan drafting their starting five of Bruce Pearl Era players

• ObservFours: the best regular season games under BP

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Justin gets back from Texas A&M to break down Auburn football’s close but brutal-looking loss in College Station. Topics for this recap podcast include:

• how this was a historically bad offensive performance from the Tigers

• Hugh Freeze’s pregame comments about rushing not meaning anything in-game

• the lack of offensive identity for Auburn, almost midway through Year 3

• Jackson Arnold’s struggles to throw downfield and the scheme’s limitations

• Auburn defense doing enough to keep the Tigers in the game

• another bad performance along an offensive line that hasn’t improved

• the Tigers going 0-for on third downs and why that happened

• Justin’s sideline view of the body language and lack of energy on offense, again

• Dan’s take on the monumental stakes of the Georgia game after the off week

• a quick look across the rest of college football, including Alabama-Georgia and Oregon-Penn State

• a reminder to buy your stickers

• the plans for the next few podcasts, including the return of Nothing But Net

• spoiler-free endorsements of One Battle After Another and Black Bag

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Justin and Dan go long yet again in a podcast that doesn’t even have the typical weekly preview of the rest of college football. It’s been that busy. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:

• a tribute to the late Rudi Johnson

• how Auburn is getting a second shot at a huge road win

• Horatio Fields’ injury and what that means at wide receiver

• why this Texas A&M matchup is better, on paper, than Oklahoma

• what did the Tigers learn in the passing game from last week?

• the need to #EstablishIt once more

• who can Auburn trust to run the ball?

• self-inflicted mistakes, from penalties to special teams miscues

• Auburn’s secondary vs. another high-powered passing attack

• Justin’s take on early-down defense against this A&M offense

• Dan’s focus on the pass rush against Marcel Reed

• could this be a monster Cam Coleman game?

• Auburn’s next four SEC schedules, including an evil 2028

• Steven Pearl’s introductory press conference on the Plains

• the latest on the hoops roster through the first two days of practice

• the guys’ ObservFours of tearjerking children’s movies

• go watch The Emperor’s New Groove instead

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There’s no more time to waste with a long description. We didn’t even put intro and outro music on this one. Justin and Dan discuss Bruce Pearl’s decision to step down as Auburn head coach and Steven Pearl’s promotion to the job on a permanent basis.

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Justin returns from Oklahoma to discuss Auburn football’s SEC opener road loss with Dan. Topics for this recap podcast include:

• why it’s impossible to talk about this game without discussing the officiating

• the Tigers still having a chance to win — and a lot to correct — with those calls

• the frustrating and familiar from this loss under Hugh Freeze

• Auburn’s lack of a consistent running game after a hot start to the season

• Jackson Arnold’s up-and-down return to Norman

• how Oklahoma took away Arnold’s running and how the Tigers didn’t adapt to it

• dividing up the responsibility for all those sacks

• a day of struggle for the offensive line, especially with penalties

• Auburn’s defense stepping up and giving a winning performance

• all the major special teams miscues and how that’s a bad sign for the staff

• Dan’s questions about some third-down decisions for Auburn’s offense

• Cam Coleman’s explosive performance and how he could’ve gotten more involved

• Eric Singleton’s target-heavy game and his overall efficiency through four games

• a lightning round through the rest of Week 4 in college football, including some upset losses for big-name programs

• an announcement about Observer stickers, which you can order starting Monday

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn football’s SEC opener at Oklahoma and what it might take for the Tigers to come out with an upset road win that they haven’t gotten in years. Topics for this subscribers-only preview include:

• the stakes for Aubu…

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Justin and Dan break down everything they saw and heard from Auburn football’s 31-15 homecoming win over South Alabama. Topics include:

• the various issues for Auburn’s pass defense against South Alabama

• where was the pass rush on Saturday?

• how much the injuries and the youth played a part in the defensive effort

• the dangerous passing attacks the Tigers will face to start SEC play

• Eric Singleton Jr.’s continued hot start at wide receiver

• why Auburn’s offense has been more about efficiency than explosiveness early

• Dan’s thoughts on an improved power running game this season

• Jeremiah Cobb continuing to shine in the absence of Damari Alston

• Auburn’s pass protection answering the challenge from last week

• Keyron Crawford’s interception, Jared Smith’s strip sack and a deepening front

• Justin’s take on the special teams taking a step forward

• a Week 3 tour around college football’s big games, including Georgia’s shootout win on Rocky Top and Texas A&M’s similar heist at Notre Dame

• Dan’s ObservFour of covers that he likes better than the original songs

• late breaking news of two firings in college football

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn football’s first-ever matchup against South Alabama and take an SEC-centric tour of Week 3. Topics for this subscribers-only preview include:

• Auburn breaking out the Stormtroopers for a home game

• why it’s cool that Auburn scheduled South Alabama

• a salute to Tre’ Williams

• an ObservFour of things that are older than the Jags’ football program

• how South Alabama is significantly better than Ball State

• why Auburn’s offensive line must improve this week

• Auburn’s defensive front being the key against South Alabama’s offense

• the matchup between the Tigers’ CBs and the Jaguars’ WRs

• the running back situation with a couple of injury concerns

• long-range kicking and a different take on the special teams

• can Auburn continue to cash in with its red-zone trips?

• Dan’s expectation for the crowd on Saturday

• Justin’s questions about Auburn’s ability to respond to adversity

• an SEC-heavy trip around the Week 3 slate, including Georgia-Tennessee and Florida-LSU

• do you still celebrate homecoming?

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Justin and Dan go through Auburn’s highs and lows from the 42-3 home opener win over Ball State in Week 2. Topics include:

• ranking Ball State with other recent paycheck opponents for Auburn

• how the Tigers’ defensive performance was still impressive

• Sylvester Smith’s night of big hits and big plays

• why Xavier Atkins has emerged as an early-season MVP for Auburn’s defense

• Jeremiah Cobb’s explosive performance on the ground

• the value of Durell Robinson and Omar Mabson behind the vets

• Jackson Arnold taking what the defense gave him, just in a different way

• Auburn’s multiplicity at wide receiver and how it affects everything else

• the continued pass protection concerns for Auburn’s offense

• the Tigers’ special teams needing to improve for the days ahead

• how (almost) everybody in college football has work to do early

• USF’s upset win over a shockingly bland Florida team

• Baylor’s 2OT win at SMU confirming the Auburn game eye test

• the SEC flexing its muscles against everybody else in Week 2

• looking ahead to Oklahoma after a home win over Michigan

• why Vanderbilt looks even more dangerous

• an update to the high school mascot ObservFour from last week

• an ObservFour of dream podcast guests

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Justin and Dan look ahead to Week 2 of the college football season and Auburn’s home opener against Ball State. Topics for this subscribers-only preview include:

• a look at Ball State’s quality compared to recent opponents

• where the Cardinals struggled in Week 1 and where they might attack in Week 2

• why this home opener should be exclusively about Auburn’s own performance

• how the wide receivers could and should get more involved this weekend

• Auburn’s need to tackle and cover better — especially down the middle

• who could the Tigers line up at safety with Champ Anthony out?

• Justin’s focus on the pass protection and cleaning up some issues there

• why Dan believes that “Omar comin” soon

• Damari Alston’s health and Jeremiah Cobb’s big-play ability

• a potential piñata party in the pass rush

• the PB&J package and the Tigers’ tight end usage

• a reasonable goal for the turnover battle

• a journey through the Week 2 schedule across college football

• the SEC-adjacent games that you should watch Saturday

• an ObservFour of Alabama high school football mascots

• THE FIGHTIN’ TATERS

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It’s the third annual Auburn Grubserver podcast episode — but the inaugural awards show. Hundreds of Observer subscribers voted for their favorite restaurants in the Auburn/Opelika area in the following categories, with Justin and Dan guiding you through the selections:

• Barbecue

• Breakfast

• Burgers

• Chicken Fingers

• Chinese

• Fine(r) Dining

• Ice Cream

• Italian

• Japanese

• Korean

• Mexican

• Pizza

• Sports Bar

• Wings

The guys also go through an In Memoriam segment for establishments that are no longer with us, along with the induction of the 2025 Grubserver Hall of Famer — joining Pannie George’s in our list of the ultimate places where you should eat if you’re visiting the Auburn area.

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Justin and Dan are back from Texas, and they decide to record a marathon episode of The Observer podcast to recap what they saw from Auburn’s 38-24 road win at Baylor and what else happened in Week 1 of college football season. Topics include:

• the vibe shift that winning this game provided for Auburn football

• Justin taking a small victory lap about his running game prediction

• why Auburn thrived, for a change, at taking what Baylor’s defense gave it

• Jackson Arnold’s decision-making and how the offense reflected his strengths

• how the Tigers’ defensive front made a big impact in this game

• the surprising struggles against defending Baylor’s passing attack

• Rayshawn Pleasant’s instant impact at kick returner

• why Amaris Williams really caught Dan’s eyes in Waco

• a strong night for Auburn’s tight ends

• how this might have been Connor Lew’s best game at Auburn

• the perfect pairing of Damari Alston and Jeremiah Cobb at running back

• the other areas to improve over the next two home games

• GUS MALZAHN, IN HIS BAG

• Alabama’s continued on-field downturn under Kalen DeBoer

• Arch Madness and everyone needing to calm down

• how Week 1 was all about running the dang ball, everywhere

• keeping an eye on what happened at Kentucky and Texas A&M

• Troy (yikes)! Rice (yay)! New Mexico (cool)! UCLA (oh no)!

• Justin and Dan’s Texas travel recap

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We made it. Let’s talk about an actual football game happening this week. Justin and Dan are previewing Auburn-Baylor. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:

• is Auburn’s defense going to be strong again? (we could find out early)

• why it’s important to look at the context with Baylor’s offense from last season

• who will provide the pass rush for the Tigers?

• can Auburn make its extra depth at running back count?

• Damari Alston’s time to shine after a long wait

• the extra-special importance of a turnover battle in Week 1

• Jackson Arnold taking over for his first start as an Auburn Tiger

• why Auburn needs to make its talent advantage really count in the trenches

• a turnaround in special teams play after a rough season in that department

• Dan’s plans in Waco

• Justin’s barbecue hunt in the Dallas area

• the guys’ top four U.S. states, excluding the ones where they’ve lived

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Before Justin and Dan preview Auburn vs. Baylor later this week, they go deep on some aspects of the Tigers’ roster heading into the 2025 season. Topics for this episode include:

• all the defensive “ORs” on the depth chart and what they mean

• why that Dave Aranda quote makes more sense than some Auburn fans think

• “believe it when you see it” when it comes to Auburn’s offense

• Baylor’s defensive strengths and how Auburn might have to attack them

• the pass protection questions and the commitment to the ground game

• Damari Alston’s first crack at becoming the Tigers’ new lead back

• Horatio Fields’ big preseason camp and chances at starting out wide

• why Dan thinks a sharp performance on either side of the ball could mean big things in SEC play

• why Justin is still focused on one big stat for the Auburn offense in Week 1

• Alex McPherson’s health situation

• Dan’s review of the War Eagle+ series on the 2010 national championship team

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After Justin and Dan talk about the SEC’s move to a 3-6-6 scheduling format in football, Jay Busbee of Yahoo! Sports joins the show to discuss his new book, Iron in the Blood: How the Alabama vs. Auburn Rivalry Shaped the Soul of the South. Topics for this show include:

• Justin’s victory lap for the 3-6-6 Mafia

• Dan’s correct point about how this was the only way to go to nine games

• a discussion of which team Auburn should get as its third permanent opponent

• an interesting note that Notre Dame could be adding Auburn to a future schedule

• why Jay decided to write the definitive book on the Iron Bowl… as an outsider

• Jay’s favorite Auburn wins, players and coaches to discuss

• how Shug Jordan should be a bigger name in college football history

• imagining an alternate universe where the Iron Bowl moved back to neutral sites

• Kick Six stories

• what Jay sees for the future of the Auburn-Alabama rivalry

• Justin and Dan breaking down Week Zero in college football

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Justin and Dan have plenty to talk about from a busy last few days for Auburn football both on and off the practice field. Topics for this episode include:

• why Auburn is claiming those national championships right now

• Cam Newton officially getting his jersey number retired

• how Hugh Freeze’s three-quarterback comments shouldn’t be taken too seriously

• the offensive line’s pass protection issues in the preseason

• could Auburn’s defensive front just be that good?

• the importance of running the dang ball

• Jeremiah Cobb potentially getting snaps in the slot

• injury updates and bubble wrap for key players

• who would be the next man up after Izavion Miller on the offensive line?

• the players who caught our eyes the most at Tuesday’s practice

• a deeper dive into a very versatile secondary

• Justin and Dan’s top stock risers from camp

• The Painter Sharpless Memorial Auburn Observer Subscription Scholarship Fund

• previewing The 2025 Grubserver Awards

• a nonsense finale about energy drinks, discontinued sodas and knockoff brands

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Justin and Dan return from interview sessions with Auburn’s defensive assistants and another busy practice viewing window with their thoughts on the Tigers, mainly on offense. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:

• the rash of injury issues at receiver and how that affected Thursday’s practice

• Jackson Arnold, Hugh Freeze and the Steve Spurrier moment

• why there should still be plenty of caution about Auburn’s offense this season

• running quarterbacks and “going live”

• the continued excellence of Horatio Fields

• a strong practice day for veteran Brandon Frazier

• a report from the big fellas on defense

• under-the-radar defensive players to watch for the rest of camp

• does this preseason remind you of any others at Auburn?

• a final reminder to vote for the Grubserver Awards

• an ObservFour of Naked Gun moments

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Justin and Dan share what they heard from Auburn’s offensive assistant coaches after the first scrimmage of preseason camp and another weekend of practices on the Plains. Topics for this episode include:

• what we heard from Friday’s scrimmage

• how Auburn’s offensive line has still got some work to do in one key area

• why running the dang ball is important for an offense led by Jackson Arnold

• Arnold’s continued progression, including Kent Austin’s thoughts

• the two leaders emerging at wide receiver

• Eric Singleton Jr. living up to the hype so far

• why Preston Howard is the one to watch at tight end

• Damari Alston’s chances of being RB1 to start the season

• what Durell Robinson and Omar Mabson II bring to the room

• the defensive players the guys would love to see on offense

• significant injury news coming out of Baylor

• why Justin thinks the opener will come down to a specific matchup

• why Dan is intrigued by what Dave Aranda is going to bring to the table

• a reminder to vote in the Grubserver Awards

• an announcement about an upcoming bonus episode

• Justin and Dan talk The Naked Gun, Weapons and Hollywood types who cross over from comedy to much more serious genres

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Let’s talk some more Auburn football — along with some Auburn basketball. Justin and Dan discuss what they’ve seen so far in this second week of preseason camp and discuss the new SEC schedule for basketball. Topics for this podcast include:

• juice, energy, effort, etc. and the Perry Thompson moment on Thursday

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Justin and Dan share their thoughts on what they saw from a lengthy Saturday practice for Auburn football at Jordan-Hare Stadium before giving a firsthand report from the athletic department’s Under Armour sale on campus. Topics include:

• Omar Mabson II, Durell Robinson and an interesting running back room

• Jackson Arnold’s up-and-down day, along with the other quarterbacks

• why the defense beating the offense should be expected right now

• what to make of Auburn’s offensive line through the first few days of camp

• Malik Blocton’s big start to his second preseason at Auburn

• Eric Singleton Jr. living up to the hype so far

• great days for Kayin Lee, Raion Strader and a deep Tigers secondary

• the increased speed at linebacker (hello, Bryce Deas) and what that could mean

• Amaris Williams looking more and more like a breakout option

• why Preston Howard’s stock is on the rise

• Dan’s report from the Under Armour sale on campus

• an ObservFour of the guys’ favorite movie theater snacks

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Football is back, y’all. Justin and Dan share what they saw and heard from the first two days of Auburn training camp. Topics for this podcast include:

• how the Baylor game changes the format of camp

• Auburn’s theme of “expectant” — or is it “expecting”

• Malik Blocton and a defensive line that wants to go even deeper this fall

• the running back room, with two i…

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Justin and Dan make one final tuneup before the start of preseason practices for Auburn football by going back and forth with their picks of who they think will break out for the Tigers this fall. Topics on this podcast include:

• Champ Anthony and his return from injury

• Amaris Williams and his much-needed reset after a tough freshman season

• Keyron Crawford and the race to replace Jalen McLeod

• Perry Thompson and the potential for a sophomore surge

• Damari Alston and his chances of becoming the feature back

• Rayshawn Pleasant and his multi-positional ability as a transfer

• Xavier Chaplin, Mason Murphy and the all-important offensive line reload

• Jourdin Crawford and the fast-moving hype train

• Alex McPherson and his return from a serious illness

• Bryce Cain and the dart throw

• the weirdness of the Auburn-Baylor point spread in late July

• the free stuff you get from brands on your birthday

• an ObservFour on breakout performances in film and TV

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Justin and Dan share what they’re wanting to see the most out of Auburn football’s preseason camp, which starts next week. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:

• early returns on the Grubserver Awards ballots

• the Durell Robinson factor in the running back situation

• why Jeremiah Cobb has the potential to be a unique weapon in this offense

• Perry Thompson, Bryce Cain and Sam Turner’s situations at wideout

• is there any room for a shakeup on the offensive line?

• how there shouldn’t be much focus on the QB2 situation

• the race to figure out who will contribute on the defensive front

• Demarcus Riddick’s skill set and how that impacts the linebacker room

• the freshmen vs. the transfers at defensive tackle

• who will become the next wave in the secondary?

• how quickly Jacoby Matthews could emerge as a contributor

• the increasingly interesting races in the return game

• a Top Four of things Justin and Dan have eaten/watched/listened to/read

• what are your four favorite non-sports buildings at Auburn?

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Justin and Dan are discussing freshmen, both current and past, for Auburn football heading into a make-or-break 2025 season. Topics for this episode include:

• Auburn landing 4-star linebacker Jaquez Wilkes right before recording

• the news that the Tigers will play Middle Tennessee State in 2027

• a look back at the freshmen who broke through for Auburn last season

• the position groups that Justin thinks will have the most freshman contributions

• why the secondary is always a position to watch for newcomers

• an eye on the defensive front, particularly Jourdin Crawford and Malik Autry

• Jared Smith’s potential as a true freshman edge rusher, plus linebacker picks

• why the offensive line and the tight ends feel light on freshman involvement

• Sam Turner, the Smith brothers and a redshirt bonus pick of Bryce Cain

• the interesting situation facing the freshman running backs for Auburn in 2025

• Deuce Knight and the art of patience in an era with very little of it

• The Painter Sharpless Memorial Auburn Observer Scholarship Fund

• Vote for The 2025 Auburn Grubserver Awards later this week!

• Justin and Dan’s Top Four Auburn football freshman seasons

• some homework for the listeners on a different Quadserver

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Justin and Dan open the next 500 episodes of the Observer podcast with a gigantic mailbag episode that covers a whole lot of offseason ground. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:

• SEC teams we’re higher on after our time in Atlanta

• the 2025 team’s talent level is the highest for Auburn football since…

• the Jackson Arnold love from non-Auburn figures at SEC Media Days

• Auburn’s play-calling setup on offense

• Top 4 Auburn kick and punt returners

• the Tigers’ running back by committee approach for the fall

• Justin’s Top 4 Truist Park concessions and Dan’s Top 4 ballpark foods

• the guys’ Top 4 favorite stadiums they’ve visited

• outside of the expected starters, which WR are you the highest on?

• Top 4 helmet designs in college football

• the most bizarre (but good) dining experiences

• the SEC’s grandstanding about a 9-game conference schedule

• playoff expansion

• which play-by-play commentators would make the best coaches

• Justin and Dan book an Auburn-centric wrestling show at Beard-Eaves

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It’s the 500th episode (!!!) of The Auburn Observer podcast, with Justin back in Auburn and Dan holding down the fort in Atlanta for the final stretch of SEC Media Days. Topics for this landmark show include:

• the “small room” at SEC Media Days and why it’s important

• Hugh Freeze wanting to shift the narrative around Auburn football this week

• the change from “gotta make a bowl game” to… potential playoff hopes?

• why projecting confidence is necessary after four straight losing seasons

• Dan’s insight on what he heard from others about Auburn QB Jackson Arnold

• the decision to send Arnold to SEC Media Days and why that matters

• Connor Lew’s impressive stretch in front of the microphones in Atlanta

• Keldric Faulk’s leadership, both on and off the field

• the Jourdin Crawford hype train

• Justin’s take on the Baylor game and how it could affect “fall” camp

• how the 9-game schedule debate was leverage for something else all along

• which 2025 Auburn opponents stood out at SECMD to Dan

• the guys’ preseason picks for SEC champion and Auburn All-SEC first-teamers

• a tribute to those of you who helped us get to HALF OF A THOUSAND episodes

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• a reminder to send your mailbag questions and Top Four prompts to the1andonlyJF@gmail.com for Friday’s subscribers-only episode

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Justin and Dan gear up for SEC Media Days next week with some deep dives into the player reps for Auburn football. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:

• why Auburn decided to send Jackson Arnold to Media Days

• what that says about his importance to the Tigers in 2025

• where Arnold needs to improve the most — and whe…

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Justin and Dan are talking big men on this podcast, with a breakdown of Auburn football’s 2025 offensive line taking center stage in this episode. Topics include:

• why all the fuss about Auburn football’s recruiting shouldn’t be that big of a deal

• how Xavier Chaplin impacts the Tigers’ offensive line for 2025 and beyond

• a look back at Auburn’s inconsistent offensive line over the past several years

• the underrated success of Dillon Wade and the importance of him at guard

• breaking down Mason Murphy and why he fits the Tigers so well

• Tyler Johnson, Too Tall Miller, DeAndre Carter and other linemen to watch

• how it’s difficult to talk about offensive line play with any sort of expertise

• another quick look at that Week 1 Friday night opener against Baylor

• a Quadserver of Justin and Dan’s favorite Auburn football and basketball names

• a Quadserver of Justin and Dan’s favorite superhero movies

• Dan Peck’s Exotic Bird Emporium

• “Let Jeff Goldblum Cook!”

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NOTE: The Auburn Observer podcast is about to take a quick summer break. The next episode will be a premium one for subscribers on either July 3 or July 4.

Justin and Dan run down some of the latest news involving Auburn football and Auburn basketball in this freewheeling offseason episode. Topics include:

• Auburn football losing three commitments in less than two weeks

• why the Tigers might have cooled off on the recruiting trail

• how Auburn can’t sell early playing time and “potential” anymore

• the very different situation Hugh Freeze and his staff are about to find themselves in this fall, barring a big summer surge on the trail

• the increasing importance of getting it right on offense — specifically at quarterback — this fall

• the Auburn University Marching Band getting a prominent spot in CFB26

• a look back at CFB25 and what we’re hoping from the new game

• a discussion of whether CFB video games can create new fans in this day and age

• Johni Broome’s stock in this week’s NBA Draft

• Jabari Smith being teammates with Kevin Durant in Houston, at least for now

• Dylan Cardwell’s growing NBA hype

• a reader-suggested Top Four of favorite recent Auburn basketball dunks

• another reader-suggested Top Four of Auburn athletes we wished we could have seen in different sports

• Dan’s Top Four of favorite non-Auburn college football quarterbacks

• The New York Times’ ballot of the top 10 movies of the 21st Century

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Justin and Dan take a look at Auburn basketball’s home and road splits for next season’s SEC schedule, which turns into an impromptu look at the rest of the rosters in the league before some Top 4s. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:

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Justin and Dan take a look at the previous school year for each of Auburn’s varsity sports — with more time going to their areas of expertise — and project where the programs stand before the next campaign. Topics include:

• Auburn’s back-to-back top-five finishes in men’s track and a pair of event national titles

• Jackson Koivun’s weekend at the U.S. Open and the continued success for Auburn golf

• the work that Butch Thompson and Auburn baseball did to get back to contention

• a solid debut season for the Malveauxs and Auburn softball

• looking at Larry Vickers and the job ahead of him with women’s basketball

• the 2024-25 season and Johni Broome in the GOAT discussions for the men’s basketball program

• how Tahaad Pettiford’s return feels like the biggest offseason win in a long time

• why you should buy the potential of both gymnastics and volleyball next season

• the new coach in charge of Auburn soccer and why it was a major hire

• the backwards-ness of Auburn football’s rebuild under Hugh Freeze so far

• where the Tigers have to put it all together this fall on the gridiron

• how Jackson Arnold stacks up to the rest of the transfer quarterbacks in this cycle

• a Top Four of sports Justin and Dan would like to see Auburn add, including two that aren’t Division I offerings… as of right now

• a Top Four of comfort rewatch movies

• M&M lore

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Justin and Dan aren’t in the Wings 94.3 studio for this episode, but they’ve still got a lot to discuss when it comes to Auburn men’s basketball and Auburn football. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:

• Ian Borders’ promotion to assistant coach for Auburn basketball

• the importance of continuity for Bruce Pearl’s staff over the years

• looking a…

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Justin and Dan break down the House v. NCAA settlement that was finalized over the weekend and Auburn athletics’ response to it before a couple of fun offseason Top Fours. Topics in this episode include:

• the fact that there is a lost recording of this particular podcast

• how Auburn is committed to maxing out its revenue-sharing salary cap

• what this means for On To Victory and the future of NIL

• John Cohen’s statement on the new era of Auburn athletics

• a sport-by-sport breakdown of how many scholarships might be added

• why Auburn baseball and softball might benefit the most from this move

• a Top Four from subscriber Vince (not McMahon) of the Auburn football and basketball players that Justin and Dan predicted to be stars before they blew up

• a Top Four from Justin on the must-do beach trip activities

• Dan’s announcement to run for the future mayorship of Destin, Florida

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Adam Cole of the Montgomery Advertiser checks in as the Observer’s official Auburn baseball correspondent to preview the Tigers’ first-ever home Super Regional against a dangerous Coastal Carolina team. This episode includes:

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Jordan Hill from Dawgs247 makes his annual post-spring meetings stop on the podcast to talk to Justin and Dan about what he learned from the SEC’s power players in Destin. Topics in this episode include:

• where the SEC stands in the College Football Playoff expansion debate

• why coaches and ADs are split on the format moving forward

• how Greg Sankey managed to make a lot of people mad last week

• why Jordan thinks the SEC will go to a 9-game conference schedule soon

• how Auburn-Georgia could continue if the league stays at eight games

• the SEC vs. Big Ten scheduling idea

• Justin’s dumb idea for an outlaw college football (or basketball) team

• Dan’s question about the SEC teams that already play a power-conference rival

• Jordan’s outlook on Georgia football and Georgia basketball this offseason

• revisiting a couple of baseball-themed Pick Fours

• Jordan and Dan reviewing a Robert Altman movie, something we guarantee you won’t hear on any other sports podcast

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It’s a mega-sized episode with a ton of Auburn basketball discussion and this week’s mailbag questions from Observer subscribers. In this premium pod, Justin and Dan talk:

• Tahaad Pettiford’s decision to return to Auburn for a sophomore season

• the potential for Pettiford in a second year on the Plains

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Alex Kirshner of Split Zone Duo joins Justin and Dan for his annual offseason episode. The guys pick Alex’s brain about the soon-to-be-implemented revenue-sharing model in college athletics and how close it is to coming together. They talk about the changes coming to NIL, the power the NCAA is trying to claw back and the possibility of transfers turning into the professional soccer format.

Then they take a wide-ranging look at a different type of SEC in 2025, headlined by questions at Alabama and Georgia and more confidence at places like Texas and… South Carolina? Alex gives his thoughts on Jackson Arnold’s transfer to Auburn and how it could work out for the Tigers this fall. They also talk hot seats across the conference and why paying players might have affected the coaching carousel.

Towards the end of the episode, the guys talk about the story of the week in college football: The strange and somewhat sad saga of Bill Belichick at North Carolina continuing with a book tour and a CBS feud. They conclude with Alex’s plans to come to Jordan-Hare Stadium for the very first time this season.

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With this being NFL Draft weekend, it’s a good time for an annual podcast tradition here at The Observer: A head-to-head snake draft of Auburn football players for the upcoming season.

Justin and Dan battle it out in this year’s edition, drafting a full offense and a full defense with a flex selection on both sides of the ball. Who went first overall? Who pulled the trigger on a quarterback first — and when? Does Justin regret every pick he made? Can anyone make sense of Dan’s offensive line?

The guys go through their selections and share their thoughts on each pick, looking at their value to both their hypothetical teams and the real 2025 Tigers. Let us know who you thought won the draft and who you thought should have gone earlier in the picks.

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Justin and Dan send you into Memorial Day Weekend with another free-wheeling offseason episode. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:

• Dan’s thoughts on Auburn’s linebackers heading into the fall

• Justin’s concerns about the position and the defensive front as a whole

• the College Football Playoff seeding changes

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Justin and Dan open with a discussion of what they heard from Bruce Pearl on Monday at his Fore The Children charity golf event at Lake Martin before getting into some secondary chatter in football. Topics for this episode include:

• why Pearl is feeling good this offseason compared to previous ones

• how Auburn’s NIL game has stepped up after the Final Four run

• the Tigers’ impending addition of an international player up front

• the latest #TahaadWatch

• Dan’s curiosity about how the Tigers’ off-ball guards will click

• Justin’s observation about Auburn’s possible desire to play faster next season

• the second edition of Dan’s “top four” segment, featuring listener feedback

• Dan’s favorite four Auburn/Opelika restaurants that are now closed

• the guys’ favorite Auburn defensive backs from 2005 to present day

• a discussion about Auburn’s current secondary and why the vibes are strong

• Justin (and Dan) pick their four favorite Atlanta Braves of all-time

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In a free-wheeling offseason episode, Justin and Dan run through a laundry list of news and notes from the week in Auburn athletics before debuting a new segment. In this subscribers-only episode, they discuss (in no particular order):

• Tahaad Pettiford’s week at the NBA Draft Combine, starting with his strong Wednesday scrimmage…

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Adam Cole of the Montgomery Advertiser makes his listener-requested return to the show to break down Auburn baseball’s recent surge ahead of the postseason with Justin and Dan. Topics include:

• why Butch Thompson’s team has made such a leap after a disappointing 2024

• how transfer Sam Dutton has transformed Auburn’s pitching staff

• where the Tigers could continue to improve on the mound heading into NCAAs

• Eric Guevara’s absolutely insane, SEC Player of the Week series at the plate

• Ike Irish’s stardom and impending first-round MLB Draft selection

• Auburn’s standout freshman class, led by five-tool phenom Bub Terrell

• why SEC baseball continues to cannibalize itself

• the Tigers’ strong chances of hosting a regional — and a super regional

• potential postseason opponents to know

• why whatever happens in Hoover could look different this year

• basketball: Tahaad Pettiford’s NBA Draft stock heading into the combine

• more basketball: Dylan Cardwell’s big weekend at the G League Elite Camp

• even more basketball: Chad Baker-Mazara getting cheered at graduation

• Adam’s Mount Rushmore of Steely Dan songs

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This show is all about schedules, specifically football ones. In this Observer subscriber-only episode, Justin and Dan discuss:

• the news of ESPN offering more money to the SEC for a ninth conference football game in the future

• how the growing College Football Playoff might slow down that process

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It’s a basketball episode as Justin and Dan talk about the latest surrounding future, present and past Tigers on the hardwood. They open by discussing Louisville transfer James Scott after his recent visit to the Plains and how Auburn has become a true destination for big men wanting to take the next step in their careers.

Then they look at the consensus 2025 NBA Draft big board and see where the opinions are right now for both Tahaad Pettiford and Johni Broome. Justin breaks down the economics of Pettiford’s decision ahead of the Combine. Dan looks at potential situations that would make the most sense for Broome.

After they look at Miles Kelly and Dylan Cardwell’s invitations to the G League Elite Camp, the guys close with their thoughts on Jabari Smith’s situation with the Houston Rockets after their playoff exit and sing the praises of The Righteous Gemstones series finale.

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Justin and Dan start the show by looking back at the NFL Draft destinations for Auburn’s three picks from this past weekend. They discuss why the Rams pulled the trigger on Jarquez Hunter, how KeAndre Lambert-Smith fell into a good situation with the Chargers and what the prospects might be for Jalen McLeod with the Jaguars. After that, they look ahead to the 2026 draft class, led by a ton of Keldric Faulk hype.

Then the guys switch over to their state of the offense for 2025, headlined by Hugh Freeze tripling down on his style and his staff after a losing campaign. Justin makes a point about Jackson Arnold and where he could make a big impact for the Tigers in an area of need. Dan shares his thoughts on the running back situation and how this could be a step forward for the offensive line.

This episode also includes a surprising amount of discussion on musicals and some inadvertent slander of an Alabama literary legend. We know Harper Lee has shooters.

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Justin and Dan open the show by breaking down the recent trio of transfer portal pickups for Auburn football: Maryland linebacker Caleb Wheatland, returning Liberty defensive lineman Jay Hardy and Florida A&M defensive lineman James Ash. They look at the past production of the three additions and how they might become valuable depth pieces — or better — this fall.

The guys use that news to transition into an overall look at the Auburn football defense at this point in the offseason. They look back at the biggest problem that plagued that side of the ball in 2024 and how it could be fixed in 2025. Dan points out all the youth the Tigers had last year. Justin looks at how Auburn might be somewhat ahead of schedule on defense, judging by DJ Durkin’s past SEC stops.

The episode ends with a look at Auburn basketball’s addition of Elyjah Freeman and how unique his path to the Plains has been. The guys discuss Freeman’s strengths, where he fits in the best on the roster and how he affects the rest of the offseason plans under Bruce Pearl. They close with a discussion of the top TV offerings on the streaming service that will always be known as HBO Max.

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Justin and Dan open the show by discussing the big news of Chad Baker-Mazara’s decision to enter the transfer portal for his final season of eligibility. The guys discuss CBM’s legacy at Auburn and why his time with the Tigers was ultimately a success. They also look at the factors that weigh into this decision and how it affects the roster reloading process moving forward.

After a discussion of Tahaad Pettiford’s NBA Draft decision and where Keyshawn Hall best fits the current lineup, they turn their attention to the three new pickups Auburn added this week in the portal: Texas Tech guard Kevin Overton, Mississippi State big KeShawn Murphy and JUCO center Emeka Opurum.

The guys close the show with a free-wheeling breakdown of movies that somehow starts with Repo Man and ends with the 30 For 30 documentary series. Dan has an interesting pick for his favorite baseball film. Justin hypes one he hasn’t seen yet.

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Justin and Dan recap what they saw and heard from Auburn football during the new-look A-Day open practice at Jordan-Hare Stadium. They talk about the positives of the format and how the changes might be a good thing for everyone involved in the long run.

The guys then go position-by-position to recap what they learned during spring ball for the Tigers. How much did Jackson Arnold and Deuce Knight benefit from practices? Is the wide receiver hype warranted? Where are the concerns on offense?

On defense, they look at a deep secondary room, a linebacker room that had some intriguing developments over the last few weeks, and the reloaded line of scrimmage. They finish by looking at the old and new faces on a special teams unit looking to take a step forward after a shaky 2024.

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Instead of a written Mailbag on this Friday, Justin pivots towards a mailbag version and enlists Dan to help him answer subscriber questions. Topics for this episode include…

• Priorities in the transfer portal for Auburn basketball

• Who the Tigers might go after in the frontcourt and at point guard

• Tahaad Pettiford’s NBA Draft decision

• The biggest differences at practice for both football and basketball

• Why Auburn’s best team ever not winning it all isn’t cause for doom and gloom

• Favorite restaurants from Justin’s NCAA run and Dan’s WNIT run

• The Nice Guys vs. The Other Guys

• The Masters champions dinner

• Springtime in Auburn

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn’s Final Four loss to Florida. The guys look at what changed between the first half and the second half for the Tigers and how Walter Clayton Jr. felt virtually unstoppable for most of the game. They talk about fatigue playing a role in the performance, along with the cooled-off 3-point shooting and the injuries to Johni Broome toward the end of the NCAA Tournament.

Toward the middle of the show, the guys look at all of the outgoing seniors on this season’s team and talk about their journeys in this historic season. Justin makes a point about Broome’s GOAT status. Dan shares his thoughts on Dylan Cardwell’s March Madness run and how it will go down in history.

After talking about Auburn basketball’s potential returners — including Tahaad Pettiford — and the new pickup of Big 12 leading scorer Keyshawn Hall, they close with a large list of thank yous and shoutouts. The episode ends with a discussion of jinxes and, of course, food.

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In this special two-part Final Four episode, Justin and Dan lead off by giving the official Observer podcast preview of Auburn’s rematch with Florida in San Antonio.

Then, in the second half of the show, Dave, Pablo and Painter give you their thoughts in a new edition of Friends of the Program.

Two podcasts, one episode. If there was ever a time to do this, it’s right now. Enjoy.

Note: For those who are new to The Observer: Friends of the Program is a freewheeling discussion among three Auburn fans. Their thoughts and opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of Observer management, and some language might not be suitable for all listeners.

The first half of the show at least pretends to be a professional endeavor.

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Justin settles back home on the Plains briefly as Dan calls in from North Dakota to discuss Auburn basketball’s nearly wire-to-wire Elite Eight win over Michigan State to punch a return trip to the Final Four for the second time in school history.

The guys start by discussing how Auburn was able to win with defense and how it overcame a shaky shooting performance from the field. Dan makes a point about Chaney Johnson and Dylan Cardwell’s performances when Johni Broome went down with an elbow injury. Justin breaks down Broome’s dominance, from the hot start to the dramatic 3-pointer that virtually sealed the victory.

They continue by looking at how Auburn’s guards had their moments of offensive excellence against the Spartans and why that could be a good sign heading toward San Antonio. The episode ends with a salute to the subscribers and Fargo talk. (Not the movie.)

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Justin checks in from Atlanta as Dan gets ready to head to North Dakota. The guys discuss Auburn basketball’s massive comeback win over Michigan in the Sweet 16, led by the outstanding shotmaking from Tahaad Pettiford and Denver Jones.

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Justin and Dan preview Auburn basketball’s Sweet 16 showdown with Michigan. They start by making a point about the success for this team before the second weekend begins and how they’ve positioned themselves strongly with what should be a familiar and favorable atmosphere in Atlanta.

The breakdown starts with a look at Tre Donaldson, who has gone to Michigan to run the show at point guard and has led the Wolverines to a great turnaround season. Justin looks at the matchup between Donaldson and Denver Jones. Dan makes a point about what this game means for the other guards on the floor.

Then the guys take a closer look at the matchup of Johni Broome, Dylan Cardwell and Chaney Johnson against Vlad Goldin and Danny Wolf. They look at what it might take for either frontcourt to have success and the keys to victory for Auburn down low. The episode concludes with a rundown of the rest of the Sweet 16, thoughts on Texas’ new men’s basketball coach and Atlanta restaurants to know.

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn's hard-fought win over Creighton to punch its ticket to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2019. The guys discuss how the Tigers spent the 48 hours after the Alabama State game calling each other out and how they showed from the opening tip that things would be different.

They talk about how Auburn’s defense weathered the storm in the first half and wore Creighton’s offense down in the second half. Dan gives props to Dylan Cardwell for arguably his biggest game in an Auburn uniform. Justin takes a closer look at how Tahaad Pettiford showed he — and the rest of the Tigers’ offense — was built for this moment from the beginning.

The guys also take some time toward the end of the show to discuss the hiring of Larry Vickers, Auburn’s new women’s basketball coach. They close with a discussion of Conan O’Brien, outro songs and Lexington eats.

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball’s underwhelming NCAA Tournament win over Alabama State. The guys start by discussing how the effort and energy just wasn’t consistently there from everybody for the Tigers — and how that prompted Steven Pearl and others to be quite direct with their postgame comments.

They look at why Auburn’s win didn’t do much to ease concerns from fans down the stretch and how this was a missed opportunity for a reset. Justin looks at Johni Broome and Chad Baker-Mazara’s performances. Dan points out how Miles Kelly, Chaney Johnson and Tahaad Pettiford could be great signs moving forward if the Tigers can take advantage of them.

The episode ends with a look at a Creighton squad that torched the nets and took a Louisville team with a clear home-court advantage out of the game Thursday. The guys look at similar opponents that the Tigers have faced this season and what it’s going to take to advance to the Sweet 16.

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Justin and Dan open the show by looking back at Auburn basketball’s SEC Tournament semifinal loss to Tennessee. The guys discuss why there’s no need for the No. 1 overall team in the NCAA Tournament to panic after losing three of its last four — but why the Tigers must get better from their final two weeks of the season.

Justin breaks down the two-edged sword of the free-throw difference against Tennessee and why the Tigers’ guards had a harder time scoring in Nashville. Dan looks at Tahaad Pettiford’s recent struggles and Johni Broome’s continued surge.

The guys then spend the rest of the episode looking at Auburn’s first weekend draw in Lexington for an Atlanta regional that might be analytically — and narratively — difficult but might have some stylistic advantages for the Tigers. They also go through every first-round matchup in the tournament and give some of their upset specials.

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Justin calls in from the media work room at the SEC Tournament in Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena to break down Auburn basketball’s quarterfinal win over Ole Miss.

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Justin and Dan open the show by breaking down a thrilling matchup between Auburn and Alabama in the regular season finale at Neville Arena. The guys look at the final minutes and what ultimately was the difference for the Tigers in a losing effort.

They talk Chad Baker-Mazara’s ejection, Johni Broome’s career offensive day and the recurring issues from earlier in the week. Justin makes a point about how Auburn’s defense has been over the last month of the season. Dan looks at how the Tigers’ depth wasn’t as strong as it usually was down the stretch.

The episode ends with a look at the SEC Tournament bracket and what Auburn needs to do to get back to playing like one of the very best teams in the country. The guys make sleeper picks for Nashville and look at some of the fun in conference tournaments so far with just six days until Selection Sunday. Also: Pizza toppings.

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Justin and Dan break down all the angles from Auburn basketball’s historic, SEC title-clinching win over Kentucky at Rupp Arena. They start by discussing the significance of winning this version of the conference, outright, with a full week of the regular season left to play. Justin explains why he thinks this team can already be called one of the best ever.

Then it’s a breakdown of all the pieces that made this win happen: Miles Kelly’s absurd shooting performance, Auburn’s Denver Jones-less defensive masterclass, Tahaad Pettiford’s phenomenal point guard play and Chad Baker-Mazara’s takeover ability in a game that didn’t feature much from Johni Broome and the frontcourt. Dan makes a great observation about the game where he first saw this team’s potential.

The guys conclude the episode by looking at the rest of a wild Saturday in SEC basketball — particularly Tennessee’s last-second heist over Alabama to gift wrap a championship for Auburn and how Georgia might have played itself into the NCAA Tournament this week. They look ahead to the Texas A&M trip before shouting out some more great performances from the late Gene Hackman.

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Justin and Dan start the show by recapping Auburn basketball’s 30-point beatdown of Ole Miss. They talk about why the Tigers matched up so well against the Rebels, starting with the massive advantage up front with Johni Broome and Chaney Johnson. They discuss Chad Baker-Mazara’s “flu game” and how it triggered the return of Auburn’s 3-point shooting inside Neville Arena.

The guys then look at the state of the SEC with three games to play, starting with the midweek recap and a look at the championship implications down the stretch. Justin makes his pitch for the All-SEC squad this season. Dan wonders about the teams that could make some noise on the bubble.

The episode concludes with a preview of Auburn’s trip to Kentucky, where a drought-ending win and a title-clinching moment could await the Tigers inside Rupp Arena. The guys break down the Wildcats on both ends of the floor and how the Tigers might match up with them in this Saturday showdown. Then they pay tribute to the late Gene Hackman and give their picks for his best performances.

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Justin and Dan start the show by breaking down Johni Broome’s season-best performance in Auburn’s 12-point win over Georgia at home. They discuss the Broome vs. Flagg debate in the National Player of the Year race and dissect what was a virtually perfect second half to spark the Tigers’ offense to elite efficiency.

The guys also talk about all the similarities between Auburn’s win over Georgia and the win over Arkansas this week, starting with the game flow and the lack of outside shooting inside Neville Arena. Justin shares why the Tigers’ second-half defense shouldn’t be cause for concern. Dan highlights the Turtle Hudson minutes.

After shouting out some non-Observer sports that are standing out for Auburn in recent days, the guys take a look around the rest of SEC basketball’s Saturday action and set the stage for the final two weeks. They preview Auburn’s rematch against Ole Miss on Wednesday night and give some Grubserver thoughts to close it out.

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball’s escape of a home win over Arkansas to take a two-game lead over the pack in the SEC title race while looking ahead to the rematch against Georgia on Saturday.

The guys start by looking how Auburn has proven, once again, that it can win an ugly, low-scoring game. Dan highlights the rebounding differential and the play of Chaney Johnson. Justin talks about what he learned from John Calipari in the postgame press conference and what went wrong for the Tigers on offense.

After a run through a busy midweek of SEC basketball action, the guys preview Auburn’s home game against Georgia and highlight why they think it could be a bounce-back opportunity for the Tigers’ offense. They also salute Charles Barkley on his birthday while Dan reviews Conclave.

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Justin and Dan recap Auburn basketball’s historic No. 1 vs. No. 2 victory over Alabama in Coleman Coliseum. They start by looking at Aden Holloway and Mark Sears’ performances against Denver Jones and Tahaad Pettiford — who both made a huge difference in the win for the Tigers.

The guys point out how Johni Broome continues to put in National Player of the Year type of performances, even through injury. They look at how Auburn got balance and depth from almost everywhere on the roster, from Chaney Johnson to Chris Moore, and how Auburn was able to overcome the late foul-outs by Chad Baker-Mazara and Dylan Cardwell.

Towards the end of the episode, there’s a run through all the Saturday action in the SEC and an early preview of Wednesday night’s home matchup against Arkansas. Dan closes out with thoughts on some of his favorite Saturday Night Live performers.

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Justin and Dan break down what went wrong for Auburn basketball in its home loss at Florida. The guys take a look at how the Tigers fell short of their usual standards against a balanced and deep Gators team — even without one of their key players.

Justin makes a point about Auburn’s effort level and how Bruce Pearl predicted something like this throughout the regular season. Dan wants to know what’s going wrong with the Tigers’ inside scoring. Auburn’s inability to string together enough good plays to make a comeback in the second half and a look at how this could just be a bad outlier for the Tigers are also discussed.

Towards the end of the episode, the guys preview Auburn basketball’s tricky Tuesday road trip to face a Vanderbilt team that is small but fearless, especially at home. They also look at the rest of the weekend in the SEC and discuss Super Bowl snacks.

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Justin and Dan are back in the Wings 94.3 studio after their respective tours through the Gulf Coast-ish region. The guys start the episode by breaking down Auburn basketball’s second straight double-digit road win in SEC play: A 10-point victory over Ole Miss in Oxford.

Dan makes a point about how this Auburn basketball team shows its championship DNA through its ability to answer opponents’ runs. Justin looks at the two-headed monster of Johni Broome and Dylan Cardwell and where the Tigers still showed some room for improvement after yet another Quad 1 victory.

The second half of the episode tackles an upset-filled weekend in the SEC and around college football, an early preview of Tuesday’s visit from a resurgent Oklahoma team and a failed attempt at making since of the Luka Doncic trade.

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Justin and Dan check in from various locations in the greater Gulf Coast area. They start the show by recapping what they saw from Auburn basketball’s 13-point road win at LSU. They talk about Johni Broome’s monster night, the frontcourt’s impact, the dirty work on both ends of the floor and the areas where the Tigers need to show improvement — even as the nation’s top team.

Then they switch over to football, where they talk about what Hugh Freeze had to say at the Senior Bowl practices in Mobile earlier this week. Justin shares what he heard from Freeze on Jackson Arnold, Deuce Knight, Eric Singleton and the Auburn offense. Dan is interested in the state of the offensive line. They also break down a new-look spring practice schedule and how it makes sense for the Tigers to shake things up.

The episode concludes with a preview of Auburn basketball’s trip to Ole Miss for a major road game in Oxford. The guys break down what makes Ole Miss such a dangerous defense, despite its lack of size. They look at the guards for the Rebels and where the Tigers might be able to take advantage down low. And, to close it out, they talk about their recent eats and O Brother, Where Art Thou?

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Justin and Dan open the show by looking at the magnitude of Auburn basketball’s last-second win over Tennessee — including the stakes, the stage and the stylistic significance of the victory.

They look at how Johni Broome returned to being the best player on the floor, even on a less-than-100% ankle, and made a huge difference in the final result. They also talk Miles Kelly’s heroics, Tahaad Pettiford’s spark, Chaney Johnson’s big night and how several Tigers managed to keep their elite defense up in spite of rough shooting.

Towards the end of the episode, the guys take a tour of what else happened on Saturday in SEC basketball and look ahead to Auburn basketball’s upcoming road trips to face LSU and Ole Miss. They also discuss regional cuisine and the Oscar nominations.

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Justin and Dan preview Auburn basketball’s massive matchup against Tennessee on Saturday, with College GameDay in attendance and ESPN sending their best crew for a primetime game.

The guys open with a discussion on Johni Broome’s health and how much he could impact the game if he’s able to play in any sort of capacity. They then look at what makes the Volunteers so good on defense year in and year out and what the Tigers might have to do to crack that unit. Justin makes a point about Zakai Zeigler and Tennessee’s offense. Dan shares his thoughts on Chaz Lanier.

The episode ends with a brief look around the rest of the SEC, and it includes a discussion of both snow days and po’boys.

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After a nine-month hiatus, the Friends of the Program get back together to discuss Auburn basketball’s meteoric rise to No. 1 in the country and set the stage for this weekend’s epic matchup against Tennessee inside Neville Arena.

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball's close win at Georgia and what was a wild weekend in the SEC — and across the country.

The guys start with what caused the last-minute chaos for an Auburn team that looked like it had the game already won. They then switch over to yet another big-game performance from Tahaad Pettiford and the bounce-back effort from Chad Baker-Mazara. Justin diagnoses the absence of Johni Broome and what it means to the Tigers’ offense. Dan makes a point about Turtle Hudson.

Towards the end of the episode, the guys go through the results from Saturday in SEC basketball — including Alabama’s road win at Kentucky and Vanderbilt’s upset over Tennessee. They close by paying tribute to Bob Uecker and David Lynch.

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Justin and Dan open the show with a couple of special podcast announcements, including the release of the second Peck Pack Exclusive — which is in Observer subscribers’ podcast feeds now. Then they look at Auburn basketball’s impressive win over Mississippi State in the Tigers’ first game without Johni Broome.

The guys talk about Chad Baker-Mazara’s hot start and elite efficiency as a scorer. They look at how Auburn’s defense dominated against Mississippi State and how Chaney Johnson continues to step up whenever the Tigers need him the most. They also give Miles Kelly, Tahaad Pettiford and Denver Jones their deserved flowers for their two-way performances against the Bulldogs.

Towards the end of the episode, they look ahead to Auburn basketball’s road trip at Georgia — a team with a strong frontcourt and a fearsome defense this season. They close with thoughts on Girl Scout cookies and The Blues Brothers.

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Justin and Dan open the show by looking at Johni Broome’s ankle sprain against South Carolina and what it might mean for Auburn basketball moving forward in SEC play. The guys break down why the Tigers were able to rally to a victory without Broome, starting with the defensive excellence of an undermanned frontcourt.

Tahaad Pettiford’s late-game heroics and Miles Kelly’s continued success in true road games take center stage later in the episode, along with a breakdown of what has gone wrong for Auburn’s defense early in SEC play. The guys also look at the rest of the results from Saturday across the league, including Alabama and Kentucky getting huge wins away from home with their stellar offenses.

The episode ends with a preview of what Mississippi State will bring to Neville Arena on Tuesday night, particularly in the two-man game of Josh Hubbard and Cameron Matthews. The guys also talk about killing time in hotel rooms and what to do when you’re snowed inside them.

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Justin and Dan open the show by looking at how Auburn was able to build a big lead and narrowly hold onto it for a road win at Texas. Justin looks at how the Tigers’ defense started well and finished much differently. Dan points out the continued excellence of Johni Broome and the much-needed surge from Miles Kelly.

The guys then talk about Bruce Pearl getting his record-breaking win at Auburn and what he’s meant to the program — and college basketball as a whole — during his tenure on the Plains. They switch over to preview Saturday’s matchup at South Carolina, which has struggled against Auburn recently and struggled to start SEC play.

They close out by looking at some new additions to both the Auburn football roster and coaching staff and what the early outlook might be for the Tigers in 2025. Justin then gives his brisket and basketball breakdown of his first trip to Austin.

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Justin and Dan break down what they learned from Auburn basketball’s comfortable victory in the SEC opener against Missouri. They look at how well the host Tigers shot the ball, why their issues during the game didn’t about to much and where this team could get even better moving forward. Dan makes some historical comparisons to this squad. Justin shares why Auburn’s defense was very impressive in the win.

The guys then take a trip around the SEC to look at all the games from an opening Saturday in the conference, starting with the high-scoring thriller in Rupp Arena between Florida and Kentucky. They look at a team that isn’t getting nearly enough love in the league and a few programs that got a stiff reality check.

The episode ends with a preview of Auburn’s first-ever trip to face Texas in SEC play. The guys look at what makes this Texas roster so unique and where Auburn might be able to take advantage with its battle-tested experience on the road.

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Justin and Dan open the show with some random nonsense before diving into Auburn basketball’s non-conference finale victory over Monmouth. The guys discuss the late first-half surge from Chaney Johnson, the excellent play of Chad Baker-Mazara and the utter dominance from the Tigers’ centers.

Then the freshman duo of Jahki Howard and Tahaad Pettiford get their own segment after their all-timer alley-oops. The guys also look ahead to just how incredibly tough the SEC will be this season and how it measures up to conferences of the past.

The episode ends with a discussion of what Auburn football has been able to do in the transfer portal, what it all means for 2025, the potential return of Jeffrey M’ba to the Plains and — somehow — the name “Wow Platinum.” Happy New Year, y’all.

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Justin and Dan recap Auburn basketball’s comfortable win over yet another NCAA Tournament hopeful away from home in a Quad 1 game. They start by looking at how impressive the Tigers have been in a non-conference slate that was by far the toughest in program history and how far ahead the team is from the pack right now.

The guys break down Johni Broome’s remarkable double-double less than 100 hours from a rough-looking shoulder injury, Auburn’s suffocating defense against a great Purdue offense and the standout performances of Chad Baker-Mazara, Tahaad Pettiford and Johni Broome.

Towards the end of the episode, they talk about Charles Kelly’s departure to become Jacksonville State’s new head coach and the irritating discourse around the first round of the College Football Playoff. Dan makes his pitch for The War for the Wiregrass. Justin gives his top nine albums of the year. Merry Christmas.

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Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball’s ultra-dominant performance in Atlanta against Ohio State in this year’s Holiday Hoopsgiving.

The guys start by looking at what made this victory so impressive and why the Tigers have cemented themselves as the nation’s current No. 1 team — no matter what the human polls might say. They look at Johni Broome’s 20/20 game and marvel at how it could have been even better. Then they go into all the elements of what made Auburn’s backcourt so successful against Ohio State’s loaded guard lineup.

Then it’s a switch over to football, where Auburn football has picked up a new quarterback in Oklahoma’s Jackson Arnold. They discuss the pros and the cons of this transfer pickup for the Tigers and look at a pair of further additions to the roster. (Note: This was recorded before Auburn landed offensive tackle Xavier Chaplin.)

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Justin and Dan preview Auburn basketball’s Atlanta matchup against Ohio State in the annual Holiday Hoopsgiving event at State Farm Arena. The guys start by looking at how the Buckeyes line up offensively — particularly with their strong backcourt — and where the Tigers need to focus the most on the defensive side.

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Christian Clemente of Auburn247 becomes the first third mic in the studio era of The Auburn Observer podcast. He joins Justin and Dan to talk about Auburn football’s top-10 class in the 2025 recruiting cycle, headlined by 5-star quarterback Deuce Knight and a large number of blue-chippers the Tigers had to hold onto down the stretch.

How did Auburn sign such a strong class in a losing season? And how much does the recruiting pitch change heading into a pressure-packed 2026 cycle for the program? Christian breaks it all down and gives his thoughts on each individual signee in the 2025 haul for the Tigers.

Later in the episode, Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball’s 45-point beatdown of Richmond from Sunday. The guys talk about Johni Broome and Chad Baker-Mazara’s unselfishness, the Tigers’ great team defense and the breakout performance of Jahki Howard. The show ends with a lightning round of topics that include Christmas watches, child actor performances and Juan Soto.

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Justin and Dan are both back in the Wings 94.3 studio after extended travel. They open the show with a look at Auburn basketball’s tough road loss at Duke, starting with how the Tigers should feel after not playing nearly their best but still coming close against an ultra-talented team of Blue Devils.

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Justin and Dan are both back in Auburn after their travels, and they open the show with a breakdown of the Iron Bowl loss to Alabama. The guys look at why the Tigers’ offense just couldn’t finish their chances throughout the season and how it really hurt them against the Crimson Tide in Tuscaloosa.

Then it’s a pivot over to the defensive side of the ball, where the results were a mixed bag overall — but the youth movement gives some more hope for the 2025 season. They also look ahead to what could be happening on signing day this Wednesday and why there’s a limit to how much an elite recruiting class means right now.

The episode ends with a preview of Auburn basketball’s massive road trip to face Duke. The guys discuss Johni Broome vs. Cooper Flagg and why there’s one particular aspect of this matchup in Cameron Indoor Stadium that might favor the visiting Tigers.

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Justin and Dan recap Auburn basketball's wild comeback win over Iowa State and look ahead to the semifinal vs. UNC in Maui.

The episode begins with a breakdown of how the Tigers were able to rally in the second half. The guys look at the individual performances of Chad Baker-Mazara, Johni Broome and Tahaad Pettiford — but they also salute the big plays o…

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Dan is still in Alaska. Justin is in Vegas and on his way to Hawaii. Adam Cole is still in Auburn, but he has a new job.

Dan and Adam break down Auburn football’s thrilling 4OT win over Texas A&M. They discuss how the Tigers were finally able to break through against a quality opponent and what that could mean for the program moving forward.

Justin gives a few thoughts at the end of the episode. Keep your eyes and ears out for more coverage from The Observer at this week’s Maui Invitational.

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Dan joins Justin live from Anchorage, Alaska — where his first meal was reindeer fried rice. The guys spend the bulk of the show previewing Auburn football’s home finale against Texas A&M.

Justin points out the two key stats that he’s watching for this game and how Jarquez Hunter could be a major factor in his final game inside Jordan-Hare Stadium. Dan l…

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Justin holds down the fort in Auburn and Dan calls in from the road to discuss the football program’s 48-14 home win over ULM. The guys talk about how the defense continues to impress in the second half of the season, why this Cam Coleman performance was different and where the Tigers could build on this one moving forward in a tough season.

Then they switch over to basketball, where they open with a breakdown of new 4-star power forward commitment Sebastian Williams-Adams. Then it’s a preview of Auburn’s home matchup on Monday night with UNA — the last tuneup before the Tigers take off for the Maui Invitational.

The episode ends with a beginner’s guide to Mystery Science Theater 3000. You’ve all been warned.

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After their long travels, Justin and Dan are back in the Wings studio to share their many thoughts on Auburn basketball’s statement comeback win at Houston. (They don’t have nearly as many thoughts on the whole plane incident, though.)

The guys open with a look at how it took everybody for the Tigers to rally against the Cougars — and how Tahaad Pettiford and Johni Broome had superstar-level performances in the Toyota Center. Justin shares his insight from what he saw and heard from being in Houston on Saturday night, while Dan points out the historical significance of what Bruce Pearl’s team did in this game.

Later in the episode, they look at what this win means in the big picture for an Auburn basketball program looking to win a championship. They also share their recent experiences away from the Plains and make a startling discovery about “Mr. Brightside.”

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Justin and Dan share their thoughts on one of the most impressive wins in recent Auburn basketball history: the Tigers’ 51-point throttling of Vermont on Opening Night.

The guys look at how Auburn was able to throw Vermont off so much, from the deep detail in the scouting report to the nature of the matchup in the halfcourt. They discuss Miles Kelly’s nu…

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Justin and Dan open the show by breaking down how Auburn football continues to go backwards — especially in home games — in Year 2 under Hugh Freeze. They look at what the Tigers were unable to do against Vanderbilt, including the puzzling lack of carries for Jarquez Hunter and the failure to capitalize on an outstanding defensive performance against Diego Pavia and company.

Then it’s a switch over to basketball, where they look at where Auburn improved from the first to second exhibition. Dan gives his thoughts on strong debuts from true freshmen Tahaad Pettiford and Jahki Howard. Justin shows how the Tigers rose to Bruce Pearl’s challenges on offense and where they can improve on defense.

The episode ends with a quick look at Wednesday night’s season opener against a tricky Vermont team that’s been a regular in the NCAA Tournament for years. The guys also discuss their basketball travel in the upcoming days, which will mean an end to regular studio episodes for a while. Don’t worry, though. They’ll still deliver the podcast, from coast to coast.

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For the second straight week, Justin and Dan preview not one, but two games for the upcoming weekend.

They start by breaking down Auburn football’s return home against Vanderbilt, led by familiar foe Diego Pavia. They look at how the Tigers’ refocused offensive strategy from the win over Kentucky should carry over to this matchup and they discuss what Au…

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Justin and Dan open the show by breaking down Auburn football’s 24-10 road win at Kentucky. They start with the resilient play of the Tigers’ defense, which won big at the line of scrimmage and played well on the back end down the stretch. Dan projects what Auburn’s secondary might look like in 2025 after throwing so many young players into the fire.

The guys then switch over to the offensive performance. Justin explains why Auburn went so pass-heavy early and how the Tigers finally made the adjustment they needed to dominate the game. They rave over Jarquez Hunter’s historic rushing performance and how he deserved a moment like this.

In the second half of the episode, Henry Patton of Auburn Rivals calls in from South Carolina to share what he saw in the basketball exhibition win over Furman. Henry explains why Auburn’s defense was so successful, how fans shouldn’t overreact to individual performances and where the two true freshmen stood out the most. The show ends with a discussion of Stanley Kubrick and Halloween movies.

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Justin and Dan open the show by previewing Auburn football’s road trip to Kentucky. The guys look at how this is a gettable matchup for the Tigers, even though they haven’t been able to take advantage of their previous opportunities this season. Justin has a theory about how this game might go. Dan shares what he wants to see on both sides of the ball.

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Justin and Dan stay up to break down Auburn football’s latest loss in a very winnable game — a blown 14-point lead on the road at Missouri.

The guys open with their thoughts on how the Tigers’ offense problems have gone well beyond turnovers and into crippling amounts of inefficiency. Dan makes a point about what might happen if things could turn around toward the end of the season. Justin wonders if Auburn just is what it is at this point in the campaign.

They also discuss the recurring woes on defense and special teams and how they played roles in the meltdown, even if scoring only 10 offensive points in an SEC game was the ultimate killer. They look at what might happen moving forward with the young players and why improved recruiting isn’t a guarantee of anything. The episode ends with a lightning round of Hallmark movies, Kansas City barbecue and North by Northwest.

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Justin and Dan are back after Auburn football’s off weekend. They start by talking about what Justin learned at SEC Basketball Media Days in Mountain Brook this week and how Bruce Pearl’s Tigers aren’t going to sneak up on anybody this season with all the hype they’ve gotten already.

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For the fifth straight year, the Observer podcast takes a break during football season and uses the off week to preview Auburn basketball’s upcoming campaign.

This year, Justin and Dan take a player-by-player look through the Tigers’ heavily hyped 2024-25 roster, from the returning All-American presence of Johni Broome through the deep frontcourt and into a reloaded backcourt. They give their thoughts on each member of the squad and how they fit into the plan.

They discuss the preseason hype surrounding the Tigers, reasons to believe they could be even better this season, areas of improvement to watch and how the blend of depth, experience and a little bit of youth should make for an exciting time for Bruce Pearl and Co. Then, they close the show by ranking world cuisines.

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Justin and Dan break down what they both saw from the Sanford Stadium press box on Saturday as Auburn football fell once again on the road at rival Georgia, 31-13.

The guys talk about how the Tigers statistically fared better in Athens than in seasons past, but that should be talked about in the full context of what’s gone on this year. They look at the lack of efficiency from the offense, Payton Thorne’s doomed fourth-and-1 run and how Auburn needs to reengineer its attack during the off week.

Toward the end of the show, Justin gives an honest review of Auburn’s defensive performance against Georgia while Dan looks at the number of young players lining up for the Tigers. They also take a trip through the wild, upset-heavy Week 6 in college football before paying tribute to some anniversary albums.

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Justin and Dan open the show by discussing the big news of the midweek: 5-star quarterback Deuce Knight’s long-awaited flip from Notre Dame to Auburn. The guys talk about what makes Knight such an intriguing prospect, how he fits into the Tigers’ system and why they will likely be in the market for a transfer rental in 2025.

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Justin and Dan break down what all went wrong for Auburn football in its disastrous fourth quarter against Oklahoma on Saturday.

They look at the inexplicable decision-making on offense that opened the door for the Sooners to make their improbable comeback and how the Tigers continue to find ways to lose winnable games. Justin makes a point about how it felt like Auburn got too tense down the stretch. Dan looks back at the first-half missed opportunities.

The guys also look at the positives from the performance, including a youth movement on defense and Auburn’s ability to actually move the ball well against a strong opponent. They also point to the special teams errors throughout the game before wrapping up with a recap of a wild Week 5 in college football.

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Justin and Dan open the show by looking at what’s at stake for Auburn football at the end of what has been a disappointing stretch of home games to start the 2024 season. They look at how the visit from Oklahoma could be make or break when it comes to having any chance at an improved record this fall.

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Justin and Dan open the show with their big-picture view of Auburn football’s 24-14 loss to Arkansas — the second time this month that the Tigers have lost to a team they beat on the road last season. Justin makes a point about recruiting. Dan looks at the lack of forward progress.

Then the guys do their usual offense and defense breakdowns, starting with an attack that turned the ball over five times and made a switch from Hank Brown back to Payton Thorne at quarterback. Then it’s a look at a defense that played well enough to win in a lot of areas, with the gigantic exception of the most important downs.

The episode ends with a journey through the Week 4 results across college football and a discussion of bands that were more than just their one or two well-known hits. Basketball practice starts this week, by the way.

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After a brief discussion of Auburn basketball’s newly announced charity exhibition game in November against a new-look Florida Atlantic squad, Justin and Dan break down a crucial SEC football opener for the Tigers against some familiar visitors in the Arkansas Razorbacks.

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Justin and Dan break down what they saw from a down-and-up Auburn football homecoming win over New Mexico in Week 3.

The guys open with a look at Hugh Freeze’s decision to go with Hank Brown over Payton Thorne and how they felt the redshirt freshman played in his first career start. They discuss why the Tigers had such a hard time running the ball early against the Lobos and how they were able to fight through it after halftime. Justin cautions everyone on going overboard about this offensive performance. Dan gives his thoughts on the o-line shuffle.

In the second half of the show, the guys look at what was a rough overall night from an Auburn defense that had too many penalties and mental mistakes. They talk about the continued issues in a thin secondary, a surprising showing from the run defense and the players who still found ways to stand out with their performances. Justin wonders about the future at punt returner.

The episode concludes with a SEC-centric look at what else went on in college football during Week 3, including some truly surprising results and a couple of hot seats in the Sunshine State.

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Adam Cole of the Opelika-Auburn News tags in for Justin and joins Dan to preview Auburn football’s Week 3 bounce-back opportunity against New Mexico.

The fellas discuss the ongoing debate at quarterback: Should the Tigers stick with Payton Thorne, or is it time to switch to Hank Brown? They also discuss Auburn’s desire to run the ball more, the younger d…

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Justin and Dan spend the majority of the show breaking down Auburn football’s continued offensive woes with Hugh Freeze and Payton Thorne against bowl-quality opponents. They look at how the Tigers’ problems in the 21-14 loss go beyond just one player or position group — and how it’s on the staff to make fixes ASAP.

The guys also look at how Auburn’s defense struggled early and made the necessary adjustments, especially in the secondary and in the pass rush. They discuss how the defensive turnaround is a sign for improvement for the team as a whole, but there’s a lot of work to do after another home loss as a double-digit favorite.

The episode concludes with a look at what else happened in a wild Week 2 of college football, with a few programs — including ones on Auburn’s schedule — sharing in some relative misery this weekend. Justin also breaks some music news to Dan.

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Justin and Dan get you ready for Auburn football’s rematch with Cal in Jordan-Hare Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

The guys start by discussing uniform rules, conference realignment and time zones. Then it’s a breakdown of the matchups on both sides of the ball, starting with Auburn’s defense against a new-look Cal offense — that may or may not have its s…

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Justin and Dan recap Auburn football’s 73-3 win over Alabama A&M to open the 2024 season. They start with a deep dive on the Tigers’ new wide receivers and why things looked different Saturday night — even when compared to other paycheck blowouts.

The guys also discuss Payton Thorne’s many highs and noticeable lows from the big win, a dominant defensive performance that could have been better, a strong night from the special teams and what appeared to be an injury-free contest for an Auburn team that went quite deep in all three phases.

The episode ends with a journey around the games that caught their eye in Week 1, a Mount Rushmore discussion of villain performances in superhero films and a salute to redneck caviar.

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Justin and Dan open the show by discussing the Alabama A&M matchup and why they think it’s important to play as many paycheck games against in-state teams as possible. Then they take a look at the visiting Bulldogs’ recent history and why the Tigers should be able to take care of business Saturday night.

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Justin and Dan take a position-by-position look at Auburn’s 2024 roster heading into Week 1 against Alabama A&M — the top names, the younger players to watch and the breakout picks.

The guys look at the continued shuffling on the left side of the offensive line and why the Tigers might take some extra time to figure it out. They make their predictions for the main rotation at both wide receiver and defensive tackle while also looking at some areas of concern in the secondary. Some special teams chatter rounds it all out.

The closing segment goes deep on Oasis and UK bands that made a successful jump over to the US at different points in time. Dan also gives his review of the original Beetlejuice.

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If you’re coming to Auburn for a game, you need to know where you eat. For the second year in a row, we’ve got you covered with a bonus episode, just for Observer subscribers.

This time, we asked our readers and listeners for their picks for the best restaurants in the area. The result is a list of more than 50 recommendations, starting with our top vot…

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With Auburn football season starting next week, Justin and Dan decide to pivot (basketball term) and do 2/3 of this episode on Bruce Pearl’s Tigers.

The guys break down Auburn basketball’s 2025 SEC schedule, from the double Saturday draw against Alabama and the road-heavy start to the three straight home games and the make-or-break stretch to close the …

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Nathan King of Auburn Undercover makes his return to the podcast to join Justin and Dan for a final wrap-up of the Tigers’ 2024 football fall camp.

The guys discuss the developing situation along the offensive line and why that could be an issue for the Tigers early in the season. They also look at Amaris Williams, Malik Blocton and a very productive defensive front — along with the news that Hank Brown is the new backup quarterback behind Payton Thorne on the Plains.

Towards the end of the episode, Nathan gives his thoughts on Auburn’s Maui Invitational draw and the 2024-25 schedule before getting a pitch to watch Jerry Maguire from Dan.

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In a fall camp filled with optimism, Justin and Dan break down some areas that could be concerns for Auburn football this season — a “brake check,” if you will, for the 2024 Tigers.

The guys discuss what we still don’t know about Payton Thorne and the Auburn passing offense, which somehow leads to a metaphor from a Gwyneth Paltrow movie. They also look a…

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Justin and Dan break down what they saw inside Jordan-Hare Stadium on Saturday during Auburn football’s first scrimmage of fall camp.

The guys open with plenty of praise for Malcolm Simmons and an impressive group of freshman wide receivers, followed by a breakdown of what was a mixed bag kind of day for Payton Thorne and the first-team offense. They also discuss what stood out on an impressive defensive front, the players who caught their eye and some special teams updates.

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Justin and Dan break down a busy first week of Auburn football fall camp, with a focus on the Tigers’ offense — after talking to all five assistants on that side of the ball.

The guys discuss Payton Thorne and where they could see the most improvement from him that doesn’t have anything to do with the new weapons. They talk diva receivers and Auburn’s ve…

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Justin and Dan open the show with a traditional vibe check on the first few days of Auburn football fall camp. They look at how things could be different for the Tigers on the field in 2024 and how the recruiting success has put the coaching staff ahead of the curve.

Later in the episode, the guys discuss Auburn basketball officially announcing its neutral site matchup in Atlanta against Ohio State and how a crazy non-conference schedule is getting even crazier. Switching back to football, they look at the players with the most buzz so far in practices.

Be sure to check out Monday’s practice newsletter here, and look for observations from camp on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons.

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Justin and Dan break down what they learned from the first day of Auburn football’s 2024 fall camp. They open with a discussion of the familiar feeling for the program and how much different it is from this time last year.

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Justin and Dan run through all the massive recruiting news from Auburn’s Big Cat Weekend — including the commitments of Anquon “Newboy” Fegans, Derick Smith, Antonio Coleman, Blake Woodby, John Alan Maguire, Hezekiah “Hezi” Harris, Shadarius Toodle and JaMichael Garrett.

They discuss how the Tigers have been able to capitalize on the coaching change on the other side of the state in one big way and how all of this recruiting success is just part of the equation. The guys also preview fall camp and look back at fantasy football busts. Painter gives his Final Thoughts for the final time as an on-air producer.

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Dave and Pablo join Ferg, Dan and Painter for another round of trivia. Final Four levels of controversy ensues.

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The show opens with an important announcement regarding the future of The Auburn Observer.

Justin, Dan and Painter then talk where Auburn was slotted in the preseason SEC predicted order of finish. They explain why they think the Tigers’ spot is quite fair and how the league’s balance of power shows just how thin the margins might be in 2024.

The guys also discuss the All-SEC teams, including a surprise omission from all three for Auburn tight end Rivaldo Fairweather. The episode concludes with a salute to JT Thor against Team USA ahead of Olympic basketball and an important question: What’s the best part of your day?

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In a very special episode, Dan calls in on his road trip back to Auburn from Dallas to recap 2024 SEC Media Days with Justin and Painter.

The guys talk about what they heard from Hugh Freeze, Payton Thorne, Eugene Asante and Keldric Faulk. Topics include Freeze’s comfort level heading into Year 2, the pressure on Thorne to improve, Asante’s infectious en…

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Jordan Hill of Dawgs247 tags in from SEC Media Days in Dallas. He talks to Justin and Painter about several football topics, but they start with the news of Auburn basketball scheduling a two-game series with Purdue.

After that and some #NameChat, the guys turn their attention to Greg Sankey’s comments on the 16-team conference and why further expansion isn’t a priority right now.

Dan surprisingly arrives for the fourth quarter of the episode, where the discussion turns to a recurring issue at Georgia. Justin and Jordan also give their first impressions of EA CFB 25.

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At long last, EA Sports College Football 25 released via Early Access on Monday afternoon — giving Auburn fans their first opportunity to play with the Tigers in an official video game in 11 years.

With friend of the newsletter Justin Lee joining (after a little technical difficulty), Ferg went through the entire Auburn 2024 roster on Twitch. Here is a 30ish-minute video looking at all the Tigers on the game, from established stars like Jarquez Hunter and Rivaldo Fairweather to new talents such as Cam Coleman and Amaris Williams.

The guys went position-by-position through the roster, so you can see all the overall ratings and some of the individual skills for each player on this video. Enjoy!

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Justin and Dan open the show by breaking down the news of Auburn’s latest transfer portal pickup: Maryland linebacker Fa’Najae Gotay, who is entering his seventh season of college football.

Then the guys discuss the cancelation of the UCLA series and how wild conference realignment is, ironically, going to cut down on these rare coast-to-coast matchups. …

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Justin is back from his two-week podcast absence. Painter is on a well-deserved vacation. Dan is in the driver’s seat yet again.

Justin and Dan discuss Auburn’s player picks for next week‘s SEC Media Days in Dallas. They talk about Keldric Faulk’s surprise selection and why it’s so important. They also look at the Tigers choosing to send Payton Thorne after what happened in his first season on the Plains.

The guys also talk the latest player health news involving Auburn football — specifically Tyler Scott and Alex McPherson — before a wide-ranging movie segment to close the show.

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Justin Lee and Dan start the show with a discussion about Suni Lee, Deadpool and Dr. Britt Baker.

Then Bill Cameron tags in to talk about Jim Fyffe, fantasy baseball and concerts.

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Adam Cole of the Opelika-Auburn News joins Dan and Painter. They discuss roster management and continuity. They ask Adam about baseball and Steely Dan.

The show ends with a 1999 movie discussion.

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Dave and Pablo join Dan and Painter. They discuss a busy offseason for Auburn football. Dave and Pablo talk about the propaganda machines at work for some other SEC programs.

The show ends with a brief film discussion.

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In another offseason free-for-all episode, Dan and Painter share their own answers to questions from Justin’s recent Aubserver Mailbags.

These questions include: Are you buying the hype for Auburn basketball in 2024-25?

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Justin and Dan open the show talking about their psychotic fantasy baseball league. The actual sports conversation starts at 15:07, as the guys talk about Auburn basketball’s SEC/ACC Challenge matchup at Duke. They look at what the game means for the program and what a showdown between two very different rosters might look like in December.

Then they switch over to football, where Eric Winters’ commitment leads off a conversation about the hot summer for recruiting. They talk about the local flavor of the top of the class, how Auburn is taking advantage of the changes at Alabama and why the rebuild is more than just talent acquisition.

The episode ends with Justin wanting to talk about peanuts and Painter putting out one of his best closing questions to date.

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Alex Kirshner of Split Zone Duo makes his usual summer return to the podcast. He chats with Justin about a wide range of college football topics, starting with the hot seat chatter in the SEC and how timing is everything when it comes to rebuilds.

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The guys open the show by going through some listener feedback on the latest Auburn football trivia episode. Then they look at how the Tigers took home a national title in track and field and nearly grabbed another before looking at how the athletic program did from top to bottom in 2023-24.

They also dissect the big basketball news of Dan Hurley turning down the Lakers — which means that, yes, Bruce Pearl will not be the next head coach at UConn. There’s also a discussion of Auburn and Alabama’s basketball rosters for next season, how much respect the rivalry should get on the hardwood and the confidence levels coming out of both camps.

Towards the end of the episode, the guys talk about Jabari Smith coming back to Lee County for his youth basketball camp and his pitch to Auburn’s top recruits. Dan also starts casting his new FX original miniseries “JetGate.”

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In The Observer’s first — and hopefully not last — trivia showdown episode, Painter tags Pablo in to face Dan in Justin’s journey through Auburn football facts.

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Justin, Dan and Painter open the show with a look back at early 2000s music that somehow becomes kinda relevant to the theme of the day.

They start by talking about Auburn football’s past weekend of official visits, headlined by 5-star wide receiver Caleb Cunningham. The guys talk about the Tigers’ ability to recruit elite wideouts early in Hugh Freeze’s tenure, despite not having the big on-field results just yet. How much pressure do the Tigers have to produce through the air in 2024?

After a salute to the most interesting recruit in the 2025 class, they turn their attention to Auburn basketball and the recruiting efforts to land Carmelo Anthony’s son — more than 20 years after the fateful Sweet 16 showdown.

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Matt Cohen of AL.com makes his first and last appearance on the Observer podcast. He joins Justin and Dan to talk about Auburn men’s golf winning the national championship and his insight from John Cohen (no relation) on the Nike deal.

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With Dan on vacation, Rich Silva of the Montgomery Advertiser tags in to talk Miles Kelly’s transfer to Auburn basketball and preview SEC Spring Meetings in Destin.

The guys break down Kelly’s game and how he fits into Auburn’s plans for next season. They look at how the Tigers were able to add a proven scorer from a power conference and continue to add more versatility for the SEC championship push.

Rich talks about what he wants to hear from Auburn’s leaders during spring meetings, and Painter holds him accountable for his controversial food opinions.

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Justin, Dan and Painter discuss the news of a landmark college sports settlement that will pave the way toward schools directly paying athletes.

The guys talk about the importance of the news and why they believe it’s the right thing to do — even if this is just the beginning of legal hoops to jump through for all parties involved.

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Justin, Dan and Painter discuss a wide range of Auburn basketball topics, headlined by the signing of transfer Ja'Heim Hudson. They talk about Hudson’s reptilian nickname, what he brings to the table for the Tigers and why Bruce Pearl went with fit over numbers in the frontcourt.

The second half of the episode tackles the topics of Auburn’s hunt for another guard in the transfer portal, the talk of the toughest non-conference schedule in the Pearl Era and how Johni Broome never considered the transfer portal.

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Christian Clemente of Auburn Undercover makes his return to the show to break down Auburn football’s recruiting in the Class of 2025.

Christian gives his insight on the Tigers’ chances at 5-star quarterback Julian Lewis, the other big-name recruits on the board, the in-state targets to watch and Auburn’s plans at several key positions in this cycle.

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Blake Lovell of Southeastern 14 (soon to be 16) joins the show for his annual offseason tour through SEC basketball.

The guys talk about JP Pegues, Johni Broome’s return and the returning player Blake thinks could be in for a huge season. They also look at the roster overhauls at Kentucky, Arkansas and elsewhere in the conference while looking ahead to Texas and Oklahoma’s additions. Painter asks an important question.

The episode concludes with an early look at Auburn basketball’s SEC opponent breakdown and a petition to visit the Houston County Farm Center.

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Max Olson of The Athletic makes his return to the show to talk with Justin and Dan. They start with Max’s expertise of all things college football transfer portal — what stood out about the spring window, how Auburn did and why Hugh Freeze’s recent comments about quarterbacks made a lot of sense.

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Adam Cole of the Opelika-Auburn News tags in for a traveling Painter to talk a wide range of Auburn topics with Justin and Dan.

The guys discuss the newest transfer addition for Auburn football, which leads into a deep dive into the offensive line heading into the 2024 season.

Then they switch over to basketball for a look at potential transfer additions Achor Achor and Jordan Ivy-Curry. Adam also gives his thoughts on an Auburn baseball season that has fallen short of expectations and what could be next.

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Justin, Painter and Dan open the show by discussing the latest news surrounding Auburn basketball transfer target Duke Miles. The guys talk about Miles’ potential fit, the late surge from Oklahoma on the recruiting trail and how the frontcourt is facing a similar situation when it comes to completing the roster.

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After a brief discussion about birds, Justin, Painter and Dan come together to take an early look at Auburn football’s 2024 season by ranking the opponents from easiest to toughest.

Are there any SEC teams ranked lower than Cal? How do you separate the Texas A&M and Oklahoma home games? And just how surprising is the consensus No. 3 pick here?

The answers to all of those questions, plus a tribute to Movie Gallery, are in this episode.

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Justin and Dan open the show by talking about the NFL Draft — including a live reaction to that one Atlanta Falcons pick — and then discuss Auburn’s signing of Penn State WR1 KeAndre Lambert-Smith.

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A whole lot happened in the portal for Auburn over the last several days, and Justin, Painter and Dan are here to talk about it.

The guys open with a look at the trio of Tigers signed to the football team on Monday: Philip Blidi, Isaiah Raikes and Keyron Crawford. They talk about what exactly they bring to the table, why they address such important needs for the roster and how much they could affect Auburn’s fortunes in 2024.

Then it’s a switch over to basketball, where they discuss Aden Holloway’s surprising decision (and ensuing comments) to transfer to Alabama and the fits for Tre Donaldson and K.D. Johnson at their new homes.

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Justin, Dan, Pablo and Painter join forces to discuss the massive news of the week for Auburn basketball: Johni Broome’s return for a final season on the Plains.

The guys talk about how rare it is for a player of Broome’s caliber to come back to school, how Auburn had to hold off a lot of outside forces in order to make this happen and what this could mean for the rest of the Tigers’ roster as they push for a championship in 2025.

While this is a Broome-centric podcast, other topics of discussion include: MLB jersey aesthetics, SMU boosters, Coachella and Squirtle playing the saxophone.

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After Painter leads a discussion of the gang’s favorite Pixar movies, the episode opens with a conversation about Auburn basketball landing Furman transfer point guard JP Pegues. The guys talk about why Pegues was such an important pickup and how the roster is gearing up for what could be a huge 2024-25 season.

Then it’s a switch to football, where the Tigers’ top needs in the second transfer portal window are discussed. That’s followed by a fun look back at the home-and-home series with Kansas State that wrapped up with a memorable Thursday night game in the Little Apple.

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The guys open the show with a discussion of Aden Holloway’s entrance into the transfer portal and where Auburn basketball could go next when it comes to the point guard position.

Then they switch over to the blockbuster move of John Calipari from Kentucky to Arkansas and wonder who the Wildcats will get as their next head coach.

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Justin, Dan and Painter recap Auburn football’s 2024 A-Day Game. The guys talk about the excellent Jordan-Hare Stadium debuts for several Tigers — especially local standouts Cam Coleman and Towns McGough.

They discuss how Coleman and McGough were both surprise additions to the freshman class in their own unique ways and how that could change the Tigers moving forward. Justin and Dan run through their other top performers from the spring game and talk about their biggest storylines of the day. Painter shares a dream.

The episode ends with some (now very dated) thoughts on who Arkansas should hire for basketball, as this was recorded hours before the John Calipari news broke. The actor bracket also comes to a thrilling conclusion.

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Justin, Dan and Painter open the show by discussing John Cohen’s comments on Auburn’s apparel deal. They talk about how Nike has emerged as the new favorite to get the contract, why it’s more about style than substance and how 90s aesthetics are coming back around these days.

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Justin Lee of the Opelika-Auburn News makes his return to the podcast to help the guys answer a simple question: What can we do to bring the juice back to spring football? Also, why have things changed so much for A-Day in the last decade?

Then they switch gears to look back at what Johnnie Harris and Auburn women’s basketball did to crack the NCAA Tournament field this past season and why the future looks bright for the Tigers. After that, Lee gives his annual preview of Auburn gymnastics ahead of nationals and explains how Jeff Graba’s squad could get hot at the right time.

The episode concludes with the biggest rout to date in Painter’s actor bracket.

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Justin, Dan and Painter look back at what all they heard from Bruce Pearl’s end-of-season press conference on Thursday, starting with his passionate defense of Chad Baker-Mazara and his 2023-24 Auburn basketball team as a whole.

The guys then discuss K.D. Johnson’s transfer away from the Plains and how Tahaad Pettiford fits into the future of an evolvin…

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Justin, Painter and Dan open the show by discussing Auburn basketball’s abrupt end to the 2023-24 season and the reaction from the fan base in the following days. They talk about the varying definitions of success in the college game and share why the Yale loss shouldn’t overshadow an entire season.

The guys talk about what Auburn might do this offseason to try to take the next step as a program and take a look at who the Tigers are contacting early in the transfer portal window.

The episode ends with Justin and Dan complaining about the SEC continuing to kick the can down the road when it comes to football scheduling. Painter brings back the actor bracket in a truly chaotic way.

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Justin and Dan are joined by Friend of the Program Pablo to recap Auburn basketball’s shocking first-round NCAA Tournament loss to Yale in Spokane.

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Justin Ferguson of the Auburn Observer joins the show.

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Justin, Dan and Painter break down Auburn basketball’s SEC Tournament triumph over Florida in Nashville. The guys discuss how the Tigers were able to go wire-to-wire over a Gators team that they struggled with last month and why this team deserved to go down in history on the Plains.

Then they switch over to the NCAA Tournament, where they look at Auburn’s brutal draw — Spokane, a potential second-round game with San Diego State or UAB and a likely Sweet 16 showdown with defending national champion UConn. The guys also give some thoughts on the overall bracket, including a few upset picks.

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Justin, Dan and Painter recap Auburn basketball’s gritty win over Mississippi State in the semifinals of the SEC Tournament and preview the championship game against Florida on Sunday.

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Justin, Dan and Painter recap Auburn basketball’s rout of South Carolina in the SEC Tournament and preview the Mississippi State semifinal.

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Justin, Painter and Dan recap Auburn basketball’s comfortable wire-to-wire win over rival Georgia to finish the regular season. The guys discuss the Tigers’ continued hot streak on offense, the Denver Jones breakout performance, Jaylin Williams’ massive dunk and, of course, the 94-foot putt for a new car.

Then they look ahead to the SEC Tournament, breaking down the potential early matchups for Auburn on Friday and explaining why the 4 seed might have been better than the 3 seed in the long run.

After a look at the state of the SEC and some potential openings in college basketball, they close with a discussion on their most hated foods.

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With Dan and Painter on day job duties, Justin calls up Henry Patton of AuburnSports.com and Rich Silva of the Montgomery Advertiser to fill in for an all-basketball episode ahead of the regular season finale.

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Justin, Dan and Painter break down Auburn basketball’s 78-63 win over Mississippi State on Saturday. The guys talk about how impressive it was for the Tigers to avoid a letdown and win wire-to-wire against one of the toughest opponents to come to Neville Arena all year.

They look at the important of shot-making in March, take stock of the NCAA Tournament projections and marvel at just how impressive the Tigers were on the defensive end of the floor against the Bulldogs.

In the second half of the show, they preview a peculiar game against Missouri on Tuesday night and look at what might happen in SEC basketball during the final week of the regular season.

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Justin, Dan and Painter open the show by recapping Auburn basketball’s road loss at Tennessee. They talk about the Tigers falling to the Vols and the red-hot Dalton Knecht in the second half, why the offense continued to show a high ceiling and where the Quad 1 narrative doesn’t tell the entire story.

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Justin, Dan and Painter break down what went well for the Tigers in a road trip to Athens on Saturday. They discuss Chad Baker-Mazara’s impressive performance, Auburn’s great defense and Aden Holloway’s productive night. Then they look ahead to Auburn’s game against Tennessee.

The show ends with a brief conversation about what to watch for during Auburn football’s spring practices as well as film appreciation.

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First-ballot Observer podcast Hall of Fame member Jordan Hill of Dawgs247 makes his return to preview Auburn basketball’s road trip to Georgia with Justin and Dan.

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Dave, Pablo and Painter catch up by looking at inconsistent polling. They discuss taking time to use encrypted messages while name dropping the recipient and address laughing at your own team.

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Justin, Dan and Painter break down what went wrong for the Tigers in their surprising home loss to Kentucky on Saturday. They look at the cold shooting performance, the rough guard play and the inability to capitalize on solid defense.

Then they switch gears to the future, including the rotation after Williams’ injury and the rest of SEC play after a late midweek break.

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Justin, Dan and Painter break down just how Auburn basketball was able to hang a historic 40-point rout on South Carolina to stay on pace in the SEC championship race. They talk about Johni Broome and Jaylin Williams going nuclear from deep and how the Denver Jones + K.D. Johnson backcourt could be a difference-maker moving forward.

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Justin, Dan and Painter recap Auburn basketball’s latest loss to Florida in Gainesville. The guys break down what went wrong for the Tigers early, why the Gators were a completely different type of matchup and how the extra rest for the home team played an impact on how the game went down.

Then they switch over to the next tests for Auburn, which will be huge towards its chances of staying in the SEC title race. They preview a red-hot South Carolina team and how it might try to challenge the Tigers in similar ways to Florida. There’s also talk of yet another visit from College GameDay this upcoming weekend.

The episode ends with a free-wheeling discussion of the overrated chant, Horns Down and Super Bowl halftime shows.

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Adam Cole of the Opelika-Auburn News pinch hits (baseball term) for Painter and joins Justin and Dan for a wide-ranging episode.

The guys open by breaking down Auburn basketball’s huge win over Alabama, including the frontcourt’s dominance and the incredible atmosphere inside Neville Arena. They look ahead to the Tigers’ challenging trip to Florida.

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Justin, Dan and Painter recap Auburn basketball’s win at Ole Miss — what went well for the Tigers and why Bruce Pearl called this the best win of the season.

The guys end the show with a quick conversation about another staff change for Hugh Freeze heading into year 2 at Auburn.

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Justin and Dan open the show with some thoughts on the passing of Auburn football legend Terry Beasley, his unique place in program history and the battle he fought after his playing days were done.

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Justin, Dan and Painter recap Auburn basketball’s loss at Mississippi State — what went wrong for the Tigers again away from home and why it’s not time to push the panic button on this team.

The guys look at Auburn’s rebounding and offensive struggles in a second straight road loss. They discuss what’s been so off about the attack recently and how that can be fixed moving forward.

Toward the end of the episode, they talk about the Auburn football players headed to the Senior Bowl this week and give their picks for the NFL conference championship games.

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Justin, Dan and Painter break down Auburn basketball’s streak-snapping loss at Alabama. They look at what went wrong for the Tigers in the first half, what changed in the second half and why this loss — despite its rivalry status — is ultimately a learning experience more than a big blow for the season.

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Justin, Painter and Dan break down Auburn basketball’s latest big win in SEC play and look ahead to a massive showdown with Alabama in a few days.

The guys talk about how Auburn’s defense put up one of its most impressive performances of the season against Allen Flanigan and a talented Ole Miss offense. They look at how that can set the tone ahead of the rivalry game and where the team’s chemistry is really shining on the floor.

Toward the end of the episode, it’s a switch over to women’s basketball — as Auburn followed up a huge upset over LSU with a memorable weekend victory against Alabama.

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After a brief music discussion, Justin, Dan and Painter open the show with a breakdown of Auburn basketball’s 15-point road win over Vanderbilt.

The guys discuss why the Tigers still haven’t come close to their ceiling and how the trip to Nashville was proof. They also talk about Ole Miss and the Flanigans’ return to the Plains this weekend.

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Justin, Dan and Painter open the show by breaking down Auburn basketball’s latest double-digit win — a 15-point victory over LSU at home to improve to 3-0 in conference play.

The guys talk about how the Tigers’ continued winning streak is particularly impressive in the context of what went down in college basketball this week. They look at how the Auburn defense paved the way to a victory, what happened in a second-half slump that briefly made the game interesting and why Vanderbilt remains a challenging road matchup, no matter the record.

Then it’s a switch over to football, where they discuss the departures of Cadillac Williams and Zac Etheridge from the staff and who might replace them. They also talk about Jarquez Hunter returning to the program for the 2024 season and share their thoughts on Alabama’s hire to replace Nick Saban.

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Nathan King of Auburn Undercover returns to the podcast for a loaded episode alongside Justin, Painter and Dan.

The guys open with the bombshell news of Nick Saban retiring at Alabama and how that affects the next steps for Hugh Freeze and the Auburn football program. They discuss potential replacements for the other side of the Iron Bowl rivalry and the…

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Justin, Dan and Painter break down Auburn basketball’s historic 32-point rout of Arkansas at Bud Walton Arena.

The guys talk about how the bench came through for the starters once again, what got into Johni Broome in the second half, why Chad Baker-Mazara is built for this and where these Tigers have been better than expected in their rise to a top-10 status in the computer ratings.

Then it’s a switch over to football, where they discuss what Auburn might do next after the firing of Philip Montgomery and why the Keionte Scott news was such a surprise.

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Dave, Pablo and Painter check in for the first time since Auburn football’s win against Arkansas.

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Justin, Dan and Painter discuss Auburn basketball’s run through nonconference play and then turn their attention to league play.

Later in the show they discuss some potential roster moves for Auburn football, including Kaidon Salter’s plans to enter the transfer portal. They end with a brief conversation about preparing bacon .

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Justin and Dan recap a busy Saturday for Auburn — football’s flat finish in the Music City Bowl against Maryland and basketball’s big performance in a blowout win over Chattanooga back at home.

The guys look at how the Tigers struggled to do much of anything on offense against a quality opponent and why that should prompt Hugh Freeze and Co. to consider a lot of different changes for 2024. They look at Hank Brown’s surprising cameo, the defense’s uneven performance and all the chatter about culture after the loss.

Then it’s a switch over to basketball, where Auburn had one of its best-looking wins of the season in a 35-point rout of Chattanooga. They break down Jaylin Williams’ unreal tear, the big-play balance across the board and how the Tigers are putting themselves in a great position ahead of SEC play.

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Justin, Dan and Painter are back after the holiday break — even though they’re scattered across these United States — to preview Auburn football’s Music City Bowl matchup against Maryland.

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Christian Clemente of Auburn Undercover joins Justin and Painter to give you everything you need to know about the Tigers’ highly rated 2024 signing class and look ahead to the future of recruiting on the Plains.

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With Painter off-mic for this episode, Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball’s commanding victory over USC from Sunday afternoon and talk the latest roster moves for Auburn football.

Justin and Dan open with their thoughts on the Tigers’ impressive performance over the Trojans — from the continued excellence of Auburn’s point guards to a career day for Dylan Cardwell. They look at the Tigers through 10 games and what could make this team special come SEC play.

Then it’s a switch over to football, where the latest incoming and outgoing transfers are discussed before a big-picture look at what Hugh Freeze had to say about his roster at the start of bowl practices. The episode concludes with picks for certified Christmas music classics.

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Justin, Dan and Painter open the show by breaking down Auburn basketball’s 25-point win over UNC Asheville in Huntsville. They talk about the Tigers’ ultra-balanced attack and how defense once again set the tone for a huge run.

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Justin, Dan and Painter break down Auburn basketball’s dominant win over Indiana in Atlanta.

The guys talk about how the 100-point performance was actually started on the defensive end of the floor. They salute the several standout performances from the game and talk about what the win means moving forward for the Tigers.

Later in the episode, they preview the UNC Asheville game in Huntsville, talk the latest in recruiting and the transfer portal in football and discuss Zac Etheridge potentially being a candidate for a head coaching job.

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Justin, Dan and Painter spend the first segment of the show previewing Auburn basketball’s Atlanta matchup against Indiana. They talk about how the Hoosiers are a unique opponent and where the Tigers might be able to take advantage in a rebound opportunity.

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Justin, Dan and Painter run down the lows and highs from Auburn’s weekend — the loss to App State in basketball, the Cam Coleman commitment, the Music City Bowl draw and the College Football Playoff selection fallout.

The guys start with a look at what happened in Boone. They discuss what Auburn has to do to snap out of a cold spell on offense and how the Tigers’ defense almost was enough to get another quality win again.

Then it’s a switch over to football to talk about all the ways Coleman is a seismic commitment for the Auburn football program — which will now face Maryland in the Music City Bowl later this month.

The episode concludes with several rants about what happened to Florida State in the final College Football Playoff decision of the four-team era.

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Justin, Dan and Painter break down Auburn basketball’s commanding win over Virginia Tech in the inaugural ACC/SEC Challenge.

Justin shares his thoughts on the Tigers’ great defensive showing. Painter makes an observation on what makes this Auburn team look so different. Dan reps his Sun Belt ties as the guys preview the App State matchup this weekend.

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Justin, Dan and Painter share all of their thoughts on Auburn football’s heartbreaking late loss to Alabama in the 2023 Iron Bowl.

The guys spend the first hour looking back at what went down in Jordan-Hare Stadium, from the fourth-and-31 defensive call and the muffed punt return to the ways the Tigers showed they were up for a real test with the Crimson Tide. They look at how Auburn’s rushing attack soared and how the passing game needs to make some much-needed improvements this offseason.

The last half-hour of the show is a lookahead to Auburn basketball’s SEC/ACC Challenge matchup against a strong Virginia Tech team and a quick spin around an already-wild coaching carousel in college football.

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Justin, Dan and Painter preview the 2023 Iron Bowl inside Jordan-Hare Stadium.

The guys talk about how the loss to New Mexico State has cast a very different light on this game than where it would have been a week ago. They discuss why the Tigers should still have some optimism, some must-dos for a competitive game with Alabama and where this game will b…

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Justin, Dan and Painter recap Auburn football’s shocking 21-point loss to New Mexico State and Auburn basketball’s back-to-back double-digit wins at the Legends Classic in Brooklyn.

The guys discuss how the Tigers were thoroughly beaten in all three phases against the fearless Aggies. They talk about how the embarrassing loss might not mean much in the long-term picture of the program — but it could, depending on how Auburn responds this week in the Iron Bowl and how it enters a huge offseason.

Justin and Painter close the episode with their thoughts on Auburn basketball’s wins over Notre Dame and Saint Bonaventure at Barclays Center. Justin shares his perspective from the action in NYC, while Painter explains why the first two weeks have shifted his view of the team.

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Justin, Dan and Painter open a preview-heavy show by looking at Auburn basketball’s first-time ever matchup against Notre Dame. The guys look at how the Tigers will line up against the Fighting Irish and what they need to do to take advantage early.

Then it’s a switch over to football to preview Auburn’s home game against New Mexico State. They talk abou…

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Justin, Painter and Dan break down what they saw from Auburn football’s 48-10 rout of Arkansas in Fayetteville. Justin gives his view from the stadium. Dan watched on tape delay. Painter held it down in the bunker.

The guys talk about how the Tigers absolutely dominated the Razorbacks on the ground and how it felt like a classic Auburn over Arkansas win. They break down another unstoppable showing for the defense and give props to a strong special teams unit.

Towards the end of the show, they talk about Jimbo Fisher’s firing at Texas A&M, how much the Tigers could have benefited from a different schedule and basketball’s high-scoring but uneven win over SELA.

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Justin, Dan and Painter open the show with a preview of Auburn football’s road test against Arkansas — including the Holden Geriner news from this week at practice. They discuss how the Razorbacks found some new life last week, how the Tigers match up on both sides of the ball and where Auburn needs to play well in order to walk out of Fayetteville with…

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Dave, Pablo and Painter talk about why a frustrating end to the Baylor game still leaves plenty of room for excitement this season.

They also discuss the upcoming Arkansas road trip, look back at some games from this series and quiz Dave on his Arkansan roots.

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Justin, Painter and Dan break down what they saw in Auburn football’s two-touchdown road win at Vanderbilt.

The guys start with a look at a truly dominant defensive performance led by a season-best showing from the front and more standout play in the secondary. Justin and Dan run through the most impressive numbers from that side of the ball.

They switch over to the offensive side, where Auburn overcame a rough success rate showing by racking up some points through explosive plays. Painter gives his take on Payton Thorne and the near-future of the Tigers at quarterback.

The episode ends with a shoutout to Auburn fans’ takeover of Vanderbilt’s under-construction stadium and a small preview of the basketball opener against Baylor.

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Justin, Dan and Painter burn the midnight oil to bring you the first two-sport episode of the 2023 crossover season at The Observer: An Auburn basketball recap and an Auburn football preview.

Justin and Dan start by breaking down what they saw from Auburn basketball’s 102-66 exhibition win over AUM. They look at how the Tigers performed without Aden Holl…

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Justin, Dan and Painter break down Auburn football’s 27-13 win over Mississippi State. They start with a look at a very different-looking performance from Payton Thorne, Philip Montgomery and the rest of Auburn’s offense in a game that the Tigers needed to help their bowl chances.

The guys look at what’s gotten into Jarquez Hunter over the last couple of weeks and project how sustainable this offense could look over the next several games. They also give their thoughts on Auburn playing a much more conservative brand of football in the second half and how it’s not as huge of the deal as fans might think.

The episode ends with a look at an Auburn defense that keeps finding ways to string together stops, even when things aren’t always clicking on that side of the ball. Happy early Halloween, everyone.

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Justin, Dan and Painter break down both sides of the ball for Auburn's potentially season-shifting matchup against Mississippi State on Saturday.

The guys look at how the Tigers’ struggling offense matches up against the Bulldogs’ defense and why Auburn really needs to have true balance in a game like this. They look at the two-quarterback system with Pa…

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Justin, Painter and Dan try to make sense of Auburn’s offense after the 28-21 loss to Ole Miss on Saturday night. They look at the ineffective quarterback carousel and ask if the Tigers could benefit from some tempo on offense moving forward.

The guys also break down what they saw from Auburn’s defense, which rallied from a slow start to give the offense chance after chance to succeed. They look ahead to the next four games and look at what the Tigers need to do to still put together a convincing proof of concept in Year 1 under Hugh Freeze.

The episode ends with some takeaways from Auburn basketball’s open scrimmage on Saturday and Justin and Dan’s spoiler-free review of Killers of the Flower Moon.

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Justin, Painter and Dan preview Auburn’s home matchup against Ole Miss. They talk about the return to the practice field for Keionte Scott and Austin Keys and why getting back into Jordan-Hare Stadium could be just what the Tigers need on defense.

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The boys discuss a tough three-game stretch for Auburn. They talk about where things have been most frustrating and what, if anything, might be done at quarterback. Plus, why there is still room for optimism, starting with a massive opportunity inside Jordan-Hare Stadium …

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Justin and Painter check in from Baton Rouge to give their in-person view of what happened in Auburn’s 30-point loss to LSU in Death Valley. Dan brings his perspective from back on the Plains.

The guys break down another rough offensive performance away from home and how it feels like Auburn has been unable to figure out who it is on that side of the ball. They look at the Payton Thorne vs. Robby Ashford discussion and why there need to be changes of some kind.

They also talk about a disappointing defensive showing, particularly in the areas that Auburn could control. The episode concludes with a brief discussion of the recent Pro Day scrimmage for basketball and a salute to our Louisiana friends.

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Justin, Painter and Dan return from the off weekend to preview Auburn at LSU. Painter might have inadvertently given away his location in the intro.

The guys break down what looks so off about LSU’s defense so far this season — but why Auburn isn’t guaranteed to enjoy the same amount of success against the Bayou Bengals. They also look at a red-hot Jayde…

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As is tradition during Auburn football’s off week, this premium podcast episode is dedicated to Auburn basketball talk and previews the Tigers’ upcoming 2023-24 season — which starts in just a month.

The guys look at reasonable expectations for the new-look roster and what offensive upgrades might be in store after a grind-it-out 2022-23 campaign on that…

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Justin, Dan and Painter talk about how Hugh Freeze and his team gave Kirby Smart and Georgia everything they wanted despite Auburn not playing particularly well in several areas.

They discuss the gap in the passing game, acknowledge that Brock Bowers might be the best player in college football and once again point out that this team can lean on its defense for the foreseeable future.

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Former Auburn reporters Jordan Hill and Ben Wolk, now of Dawgs247, make their annual return to the podcast to preview the Auburn-Georgia game.

Jordan and Ben break down what they’ve seen from the Bulldogs during their first four games of the season — from the play of new starting quarterback Carson Beck to some surprisingly underwhelming areas for the ba…

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Justin, Dan and Painter recap Auburn football’s 27-10 loss at Texas A&M in College Station. Most of the episode is spent dissecting the woeful offensive performance from the Tigers, who looked overmatched at quarterback and couldn’t seem to get anything going consistently — even in a better-than-expected running game.

The guys talk about why Auburn’s talent gap with Texas A&M only explains some of the bad loss on the road and how the Tigers didn’t do themselves any favors with their mistakes. They make sure to take time out to commend Auburn’s defense, which had a few errors but overall played well enough to keep Auburn in the game for a while.

The episode concludes with Painter taking everyone on a journey through a loaded Week 4 in college football and a weekend food update.

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Justin, Painter and Dan preview Auburn football’s SEC opener at Texas A&M. They talk about the massive “second quarter” the Tigers are about to face and Hugh Freeze’s brutal honesty when it comes to what his team is up against over the next few weeks.

The guys break down what Auburn needs to do to pull off the upset — first on defense, then on offense. T…

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The boys look back at a fun first three weeks of college football and turn their attention to a loaded weekend that could provide some clarity about who is actually good.

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Justin, Dan and Painter discuss what they learned from Auburn football’s 44-13 Homecoming win over Samford to close the first quarter of the 2023 season.

The guys look at Payton Thorne bouncing back from a rough start to put up some big numbers on the ground and through the air. They discuss the receiving threats who stepped up Saturday night, break down what went wrong with the rest of the running game and salute another strong defensive performance from the Tigers.

Toward the end of the episode, they discuss the SEC’s weird start to the season — from the underwhelming performances from projected contenders to the lack of strong quarterback play across the league.

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Justin, Dan and an invisible Painter get you ready for Auburn football’s homecoming matchup against in-state FCS opponent Samford. The guys open by discussing what the Bulldogs will bring to the table, why there’s much more potential on one side of the ball and how Auburn can get a lot of things right on offense this week.

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Justin, Dan and Painter recap Auburn football’s 14-10 heist of a win against Cal. The guys praise the defense for a surprising and game-winning performance before switching over to a brutal offensive showing — save for the late, go-ahead touchdown drive in the fourth quarter.

They discuss what made things look so rough for Auburn on offense and what might need to change for the Tigers to have any chance at survival in SEC play. Justin asks a pressing question about the scheme. Dan keeps finding parallels to 2017. Painter keeps the faith in one particular area of the offense.

Toward the end of the episode, Dan gives his report from Texas’ win over Alabama in Tuscaloosa. The guys then look at a rough weekend of SEC football, from Texas A&M’s high-scoring loss at Miami to some near-disasters in paycheck games.

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Justin, Painter and Dan preview Auburn football’s Week 2 trip to Cal. They discuss how Cal’s offense looked much better than expected in Week 1, where the Bears might want to attack and why the Tigers need to improve in one big way on the defensive side of the ball.

Then the guys look at Auburn’s offensive matchup with Justin Wilcox’s Cal defense. They l…

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Justin, Painter and Dan break down what they saw from Auburn’s 59-14 season-opening win over UMass.

The guys talk about how impressive it was for Auburn to cover the spread on a day when plenty of first-year coaches — and other clear-cut favorites — struggled. They look at Robby Ashford and Payton Thorne playing off of each other in their first game together, how effective the Tigers were at rotating pretty much everybody on both sides of the ball and the areas of concern that still very much remain.

They also pick their winners for the 5-star review contest on Apple Podcast, take a quick run through the rest of the first big Saturday in college football and play “Free Bird.”

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Justin, Dan and Painter celebrate the start of the Observer’s fourth football season. Painter wonders if he’s seen an excitement level to a season opener quite like this one, which prompt Justin and Dan to dig into the history books.

The guys spend the majority of the episode looking at what UMass will want to do to make this a frustratingly close(r) gam…

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The most frequent non-sports question we get at The Auburn Observer goes something like this: “I’m coming to Auburn for the first time in a while. Where should I eat?”

Justin and Dan are here to answer that question with their official recommendations that span a dozen categories:

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Justin, Dan and Painter discuss the newly released Week 1 depth chart for Auburn football — and Hugh Freeze’s comments about the value of said depth chart. Justin tries to give proper context to what the two-deep represents. Dan makes a point about why Freeze said what he said.

The guys then run through each position group on the depth chart and look at the final questions for the units ahead of the opener against UMass. Which spots stand out the most? And what about the rise of Griffin Speaks?

The episode ends with a look at some very honest Freeze comments about the Tigers’ 2023 team and what that means for win-loss expectations. Also, for some reason, Dan wants to discuss 1999 in film.

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Nathan King of Auburn Undercover joins Justin and Dan to discuss a long list of Tigers football topics with just one week to go until the start of the season.

The guys give their takes on Payton Thorne and his first interview session since arriving on the Plains. They explore some parallels to Bo Nix and what makes the Michigan State transfer tick.

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Justin and Dan give their thoughts on what they heard from Auburn football’s second scrimmage of fall camp inside Jordan-Hare Stadium. Painter makes a good point about the popularity of SportsCenter these days.

The guys talk about Shane Hooks’ big day, Robby Ashford’s role in the offense, a potential massive change on the offensive line, the dilemma for coaches when the one side really clicks in a scrimmage, the updated injury report and what kind of jelly/jam goes best on a peanut butter sandwich.

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Justin, Dan and Painter open the show by discussing Auburn’s decision to name Payton Thorne as the new starting quarterback. They talk about the timing of the move, why Thorne stayed in front the whole way and what Robby Ashford and Holden Geriner can still do for the Tigers in 2023.

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Justin, Dan and Painter open the show with a discussion of Flory Bidunga’s unpredictable recruitment and decision to go to Kansas instead of Auburn. They discuss what this means for Auburn basketball moving forward and break down the newly finalized non-conference schedule for this upcoming season.

The bulk of the show is spent discussing Auburn football’s first scrimmage of fall camp and the “mixed bag” of results on both sides of the ball. Justin shares his interpretation of the quarterback situation. Dan highlights some players who are on the rise with less than three weeks to go.

The episode wraps up with a look at new 4-star Auburn defensive line commitment TJ Lindsey and an open question: Who is the most famous person you’ve taken a picture with?

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Justin, Dan and Painter open the show talking about tunnels and obeying the rules. Then they discuss what they learned from Auburn football’s defensive assistants and a busy sixth practice day of fall camp.

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Dan gets a too-powerful microphone and gets his hand size compared to one of Auburn’s new transfer wide receivers. Painter wonders about Tom Hardy. Justin remembers Mad Max.

The guys review the first few days of Auburn football fall camp and what they learned from talking to offensive coordinator Philip Montgomery and defensive coordinator Ron Roberts. Justin and Dan pick out their biggest surprises so far and try to come up with Roberts’ 15 trustworthy defenders at this point in the preseason.

Other topics include offensive pace, the quarterback battle, an early look at the first scrimmage of fall camp, Lache Seastrunk and the music of Wang Chung.

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Justin and Dan share their thoughts on what they saw and heard from the offense on Auburn football’s first day of fall camp.

The guys discuss the absence of Jarquez Hunter and how the rest of the running back room looked Thursday. Dan continues to sound the horn for Holden Geriner. Justin talks about the skill position players who stood out the most.

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Justin, Dan and Painter talk all things recruiting after Auburn football’s massive Big Cat Weekend.

The guys break down Perry Thompson and his flip from Alabama. They discuss what he means for the Tigers both on and off the field, as well as the massive reaction to the big recruiting win.

Auburn also got a commitment from 4-star local area athlete Malcolm Simmons this weekend, which the fellas discuss. They also talk about K.J. Bolden’s upcoming decision and the other visitors who could commit to the Tigers soon.

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The guys open the show with a discussion of Colorado’s move back to the Big 12 and the domino effect that it could have on Auburn and the rest of the SEC.

Then they take a closer look at the commitment of 5-star linebacker Demarcus Riddick and what it means for the Tigers’ 2024 class.

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Dave, Pablo and Painter draft Auburn’s worst losses since 2010. They bend their rules at their convenience.

Disappointed with his draft, Painter enters the spin zone. Dave can’t stop rigging the draft order while Pablo looks to get in the win column after — what some are c…

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Justin, Dan and Painter open the show by talking about the Auburn offensive line’s recent trip to Mikata and that picture of Garner Langlo’s arms. Painter invents a new genre of restaurant, while Dan and Justin reminisce about Movie Gallery.

After a discussion of 5-star linebacker Demarcus Riddick’s upcoming announcement, the guys each pick out a non-quarterback storyline they’re interested in the most heading into Auburn football fall camp. They also talk about the quarterbacks, of course.

At the end of the episode, Justin and Dan give their non-spoiler reviews of the Barbie and Oppenheimer double feature that took the country by storm this past weekend.

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Justin and Dan record a podcast as the last people left on Radio Row at Media Days on Tuesday evening in Nashville. Painter checks in and almost makes it a full episode before the SEC’s Internet connection kicks him out.

The guys talk about the big-picture vision from Hugh Freeze and the Tigers’ player representatives on Tuesday. They run down Auburn’s b…

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Ryan Nanni of the Shutdown Fullcast continues his quest to be on every possible podcast in 2023 by joining The Observer crew for the first time. Ryan gives a live report from the buzzing streets of Nashville ahead of this week’s SEC Media Days.

The guys cover the entire conference in a deeply serious way. Justin offers a scenario that ends in “Permanent Texas A&M head coach Bobby Petrino.” Ryan explains the mindset of the Florida fan in an already weird Billy Napier Era. Dan continues the streak of shouting out Northwest Florida State Community College. Painter disappears and becomes a ghost.

The crew also discuss the eternal combined chaos of Auburn and Florida and the best places to eat in Nashville. Keep an ear out for Ryan’s new podcast, which debuts soon.

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The guys preview Auburn‘s upcoming SEC Media Days appearances by each coming up with one burning questions they’d want to ask the Tigers’ reps: Luke Deal, Kameron Stutts, Elijah McAllister and Hugh Freeze.

Then it’s a switch over to basketball, where they discuss where Auburn’s new-look roster sits in an increasingly tough SEC landscape. Justin has posit…

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Justin, Painter and Dan open the show by discussing Auburn’s player representatives for next week’s SEC Media Days in Nashville. They talk about why this trio is both surprising and on-point with what the Tigers will want to project heading into Year 1.

After a breakdown of new 2024 commitment Malik Blocton and a plan to have some special food-based bonus podcasts in the future — by listener request — the guys create their own confidence meters for Auburn football’s 2023 SEC schedule. They each assign points, from 1 to 8, on how confident they are in the Tigers’ chances of winning for each conference matchup.

Feel free to play along by commenting or tweeting your own picks. We’ll see which ones of us have the best results by season’s end.

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Christian Clemente of Auburn Undercover returns for his quarterly podcast appearance to talk all things Auburn football recruiting with Justin, Dan and Painter.

Christian shares his thoughts on Cam Coleman’s stunning commitment to Texas A&M and Auburn’s attempt to flip 5-star wide receiver Perry Thompson from Alabama. He runs through a list of top-tier r…

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Rich Silva of the Montgomery Advertiser makes his Observer podcast debut. He opens the show by discussing the most chaotic first week of covering Auburn sports possible and looking forward to his first full football season on the Plains.

The guys talk with Rich about his article on Doctor Bo Wallace and what it takes to be a transfer quarterback under Hugh Freeze. Rich gives his take on Payton Thorne and the quarterback battle. Dan makes a good point about Holden Geriner. The Auburn-USF upset from 2007 is referenced.

Later in the episode, Rich talks about his research findings on Aden Holloway and what could be expected from the 5-star true freshman this season. Meanwhile, Painter checks in from a new Undisclosed Location.

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It’s time for the annual Auburn football snake draft — with Dan making his debut.

Justin and Dan each snake-draft a starting offense and a starting defense from the Tigers’ 2023 roster, with a few tweaks. They agree to share quarterbacks in the name of maximizing draft intrigue and add a flex player on each side of the ball.

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Justin, Dan and Painter run through the newly announced list of Auburn basketball’s SEC basketball opponents for the 2023-24 season. Dan tries to sidetrack everyone with random questions and makes his pitch for K.D. Johnson to become a professional wrestler.

The guys then discuss Jabari Smith’s number change in the NBA and use it to transition to the finalized jersey numbers for Auburn football’s 2023 roster. Justin makes a bold statement about Jeremiah Cobb and embarrasses himself while trying to remember famous running backs.

The episode ends with a tribute to the late Terry Price — one of the most beloved and highly regarded former Auburn football assistants ever.

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Justin and Dan open the show talking about being tall and their hottest takes on the 2023 NBA Draft.

Then they switch over to the main topic of the show: players who almost came to Auburn — such as Scoot Henderson, Lamar Jackson, Stefon Diggs and Philip Rivers — and how they could’ve changed the course of Tigers history.

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Alex Kirshner of Split Zone Duo returns to the podcast for a wide-ranging discussion of all things Auburn, SEC and college football.

The guys open the show talking about the transfer portal overhaul and how programs might rely on it even more moving forward. Then they look at the SEC scheduling debate and how expansion will affect the league.

Alex shares his insights on Cal and several of Auburn’s 2023 opponents before pitching his biggest storylines to watch this fall.

Painter fails to name a movie.

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Justin is back. The guys open the show by addressing a scathing review of Dan’s mailbag. (The football talk starts at the 11-minute mark.)

Painter and Dan give their thoughts on Auburn’s 2024 SEC opponents and what the league did with the entire schedule. They reflect on what is lost with the end of the LSU game as an annual matchup and what is gained in…

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Justin Lee of the Opelika-Auburn News joins Dan and Painter. After opening the show with Zack Snyder films and a missed opportunity, the guys discuss SEC scheduling and holding on to rivalries. They also talk about Derrian Gobourne’s NIL deal with WWE’s ‘Next In Line’ program and the most impactful move for Hugh Freeze and his staff this offseason.

Lee talks about what is expected in the next four or so seasons of Auburn football. Dan suggests that Auburn consider hosting a special basketball game at Beard–Eaves Memorial Coliseum.

The show closes with a discussion around Transformers and Christopher Walken impressions.

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With Ferg taking a much-deserved break, Blake Lovell of Southeastern 14 makes his annual summer appearance with Dan and Painter.

Dan opens the show by posing an upper tier of coaches. Blake talks about the changes teams have made to their rosters and what the SEC hierarchy looks like as the dust begins to settle from a busy transfer portal cycle.

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Justin, Painter and Dan open the show by discussing Auburn baseball’s sudden departure from the postseason and why “success” should be more of a spectrum instead of a binary when it comes to breaking down seasons.

Then the guys turn their attention to the SEC’s decision to stay at eight conference football games for the 2024 season. They talk about Auburn’s role in the delay and attempt to craft the best possible schedule for the Tigers next season.

After a discussion of new Auburn defensive back Champ Anthony — who indeed committed to the Tigers after this podcast was recorded Sunday — they end the show with a look at the basketball team scheduling Baylor in South Dakota for a really intriguing season opener.

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Justin, Painter and Dan return from the holiday weekend to talk about some major news for Auburn basketball — the return of Johni Broome from the NBA Draft process. They discuss why Broome’s decision was so important, where he might rank among SEC big men next season and what this means for the rest of the team.

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Justin gets distracted by the official Auburn football recruiting graphic for Buc-ee’s. Painter and Dan talk about more draft episode ideas. Horace Spencer is saluted.

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Blame for this week’s show goes at the feet of David McKinney.

The boys draft their favorite Auburn wins since 2010 — categorized by Dave, rules also by Dave — they change one of those rules.

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Justin, Painter and Dan discuss the three newest transfer additions from the past weekend for Auburn — Liberty defensive end Stephen Sings V and Jackson State wide receiver Shane Hooks in football, plus JUCO star and former Mountain West Sixth Man of the Year winner Chad Baker-Mazara in basketball.

The guys talk about why the recent run of short-term rentals through the transfer portal for the football team makes sense for the 2023 season. They also look at how Baker-Mazara represents an interesting shift back to the good ol’ days for Auburn hoops.

Towards the end of the episode, Dan compares pretzel buns to Phillip Seymour Hoffman, Painter waxes poetic about Waffle House once more and Justin gives you the recipe for chicken finger sauce.

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Painter is back on the podcast. The guys discuss downtown Auburn aesthetics and local Asian cuisine. It’s peak offseason content, as the first 10 minutes have nothing to do with sports.

Then it’s a switch to a busy Wednesday evening on the Ambush tour, where Hugh Freeze, Bruce Pearl and John Cohen spoke to the media.

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Justin and Dan open the show by running through the news of the weekend, headlined by Johni Broome’s big performance at the G League Elite Camp, baseball’s sweep of Ole Miss and softball’s brutal draw in the NCAAs.

The rest of this (massive) episode is spent breaking down Auburn football’s projected win total of 6.5 for the 2023 regular season. Justin gives his three “tone-setter” games of the schedule. Dan wonders aloud about the Alabama quarterback situation and Jimbo Fisher’s future at Texas A&M.

And do not fret: Painter will be back in your ear canals on Thursday’s show.

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With Painter on the road, Adam Cole of the Opelika-Auburn News joins Justin and Dan to talk about what he heard from Hugh Freeze at the Regions Tradition Pro-Am in Hoover on Wednesday morning.

The guys discuss Payton Thorne’s experience, how the quarterback battle will be talked about at Auburn for the rest of the preseason and how Robby Ashford fits int…

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Justin, Painter and Dan discuss Payton Thorne’s decision to transfer to Auburn and what he’ll bring to the Tigers’ quarterback room. Painter talks about the positive direction for the program this offseason. Justin shares some of his stat findings. And Dan has several historical Auburn quarterback comparisons for Thorne.

The guys also talk about Caleb Burton’s signing over the weekend and how he’s a big upside pick in a wide receiver group that needed an infusion of talent. They look at Burton’s recruiting pedigree and discuss whether 5-foot-11 is actually “short” in football.

Towards the end of the episode, the guys look at Matthew Cleveland’s decision to transfer to Miami and where Bruce Pearl’s program might go next in a continuing roster transformation. They also shout out the big weekend the Tigers had in both softball and baseball.

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Justin and Dan handle this episode without Painter’s supervision, and it goes just as you might have predicted. The final 20 to 30 minutes of this podcast has nothing to do with sports and very little to do with Auburn. You were warned.

Most of the episode, though, spans both Tigers football and basketball: the signing of Appalachian State edge rusher Ja…

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Justin, Painter and Dan open the show by breaking down the latest developments in the quarterback transfer portal, led by the entries for Nebraska’s Casey Thompson and Michigan State’s Payton Thorne. They take a look at what the two Big Ten quarterbacks bring to the table and why the Tigers might get involved.

Then the guys look at the latest transfer portal defections for Auburn and how the 2021 recruiting class is almost completely gone on the Plains. Now that the portal is closed, how will the Tigers try to finish off their 2023 roster?

The episode wraps up with a look at this past weekend’s NFL Draft — where several former Tigers landed, what stood out from an interesting first round and how RUNNING BACKS ARE BACK, Y’ALL.

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Justin, Painter and Dan run through a busy weekend for Auburn basketball in this edition of the podcast — from the de-commitment of Labaron Philon to the hire of new assistant coach Corey Williams and the transfer of Division II star Chaney Johnson.

The guys look at how much Bruce Pearl’s Tigers are changing this offseason and take the temperature of the program in a rapidly improving SEC landscape. They also talk about a pair of noteworthy transfer targets still out there and where Auburn can continue to revamp its roster.

There’s also a decent amount of Disney World and Skybar talk in here. Welcome to the offseason, baby.

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Dan and Painter talk to Christian about the latest in transfer portal and recruiting news.

They discuss how active Hugh Freeze and his staff have been making inroads with prospects and where the staff is focusing its recruiting efforts.

Dan and Painter close out the show with a brief discussion about copywritten music and Auburn’s status as quarterback.

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Dave, Pablo and Painter talk about AI, Devan Cambridge and Under Armour. Dave struggles to keep his laptop on and again gets defensive about Entourage.

They end the episode discussing Jimbo Fisher interactions and decide how other coaches feel about Eric Musselman.

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Justin, Painter and Dan open the show by discussing the departures of defensive lineman Jeffrey M’ba and wide receiver Tar’Varish Dawson Jr. on the first weekend of the reopened transfer portal.

Then the guys look at who the Tigers might target in this second transfer window, discuss what kind of quarterbacks make the most sense and break down a few other positions where you can expect some movement.

They also talk about their personal best and worst sports predictions and take a look at the upcoming NFL Draft from an Auburn perspective.

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After a discussion on corporate mergers and controversial renaming strategies, Justin, Painter and Dan talk the latest on Auburn basketball’s roster overhaul — the decisions left to be made, the new crop of transfer portal targets and how the Tigers can get back to being a contender for the SEC title next season.

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Former recurring guest and ESPN 106.7 host Dan Peck makes his debut as a new regular co-host of The Auburn Observer podcast with Justin and Painter.

Dan picks a loaded episode to start with, as the guys start by breaking down what they learned from a cold and rainy A-Day Game at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Where do things stand at quarterback? What position groups caught their eyes the most? And what about that decision to play for the tie at the end?

Later on in the episode, the guys discuss two huge stories from Saturday in Auburn basketball: the commitment of FIU transfer guard Denver Jones and the reported departure of assistant coach Wes Flanigan to another SEC school.

There’s also some guerrilla marketing from a radio sponsor, Dan’s preferred Waffle House order, some love to the new throwback stuff from Homefield Apparel and an impromptu discussion of old-school candies. Fire up that Brass Bonanza.

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Justin and Painter take stock of the final week of Auburn football spring practices — the positive trends on the offensive side of the ball, the rotating competition at quarterback, the recent breakout candidates and an idea for spring games that is so good that there’s no chance the NCAA lets it happen.

Then it’s a discussion of Wendell Green Jr.’s decision to leave Auburn and declare for the NBA Draft. The guys talk about Green’s two seasons on the Plains and where the Tigers will go from here at point guard.

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In an all-basketball episode, Justin and Painter discuss the recent transfer portal decisions for Yohan Traore and Chance Westry. They talk about why the freshmen might be moving on from the Plains and how that puts the Tigers’ roster in an interesting situation moving forward.

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Justin and Painter open the show with an important discussion on Little Italy, Waffle House and other late-night food options around downtown Auburn.

Then they transition into a wide-ranging talk about several freshmen who are turning heads so far in spring practices, including Holden Geriner, Connor Lew, Kayin Lee and Keldric Faulk. Painter makes a great observation about what this youth movement could mean for a crucial Year 1 under Hugh Freeze.

The last stretch of the episode is all about college basketball and the wild Final Four that will be in Houston this weekend. Justin makes a point about the teams remaining — plus the upset-heavy tournament in general — and what it says about Bruce Pearl and the Auburn program.

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Justin and Painter put a bow on the 2022-23 Auburn basketball season. They start by looking back at the Tigers’ second-round NCAA Tournament exit at the hands of No. 1 Houston — and why the loss felt very representative of the campaign as a whole for Bruce Pearl’s squad.

Then the guys take a big-picture look at the Auburn program and where it could be headed in relation to the rest of the SEC. They talk about what might be coming in terms of roster reconstruction and how Pearl sent a clear message with his postgame press conference Saturday night.

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The boys bicker about theme songs and they discuss Auburn’s tournament chances. They also do some bracket watching.

Dave and Pablo shut down a counterfactual and they talk about the difference between the SEC’s depth and talent.

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Justin and Painter preview Auburn basketball’s NCAA Tournament matchup against Iowa. The guys talk about the Hawkeyes’ elite offense, their susceptible defense and how much these Tigers’ legacies would be affected by a run in March Madness. They also tackle the age-old question: 280 or 85/65 to Birmingham?

After a spin through the rest of the bracket, they switch over to football. Justin talks about what he saw in an extended practice viewing window Monday. Painter finds himself agreeing with a wise saying from the podium.

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Justin and Painter look back at Auburn's SEC Tournament heartbreaker against Arkansas from Thursday. The guys discuss where the Tigers struggled the most, what propelled them to that big comeback and how things shook out in a dramatic final minute.

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Justin and Painter preview Auburn basketball’s SEC Tournament opener against Arkansas. The guys discuss what all has changed for both teams since their first meeting, why the Tigers have an advantage in the all-important “vibes” department and what they expect to see from Bruce Pearl in his latest chess match with Eric Musselman.

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Justin and Painter break down Auburn basketball’s critical 79-70 victory over Tennessee. They look at why the Tigers were able to take advantage of Zakai Ziegler’s absence on both ends of the floor, how Wendell Green Jr. got his groove back, why the rest of the starters were so important and just how loud it got in the Arena when Lior Berman dunked.

Then the guys take a quick look ahead to the SEC Tournament matchup against Arkansas and the latest round of Bracketology. How much can Auburn help its seeding in Nashville — or has the Selection Committee taught us that the postseason isn’t canon?

The episode ends with some football talk, including a trip through a few big topics from the first week of spring ball and the impressive performances by several former Tigers during the NFL Combine in Indianapolis.

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Justin and Painter recap Auburn basketball’s overtime loss at Alabama. They discuss why the Tigers were able to build such a big lead, what recurring issues tripped them up in the “fourth quarter,” what happened on that long foul review and more from a near-upset in Tuscaloosa.

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Justin and Painter open the show by recapping Auburn’s 32-point loss at Kentucky. They talk about why things went so poorly for the Tigers after the first 15 minutes, why the Wildcats were a particularly difficult matchup for them and how Auburn looked different in a tough road environment for the first time all season.

The guys then look at what Auburn has to do to make it to the NCAA Tournament, thanks to a fresh update of the NET rankings and other projections.

The episode ends with a preview of spring football, which starts Monday in Auburn. Painter specifically wants to talk about two position groups that will catch his eye the most over the next few weeks.

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Justin and Painter open the show by talking about buying gum from a baseball stadium, prepaid wireless cell phones and creating a petition to bring back Movie Gallery. You know, the usual.

The episode gets back on track with a breakdown of Auburn basketball’s 78-74 win over Ole Miss. The guys talk about how the Tigers were finally able to pull off a clos…

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Justin and Painter open the show with a look back at Auburn basketball’s last-second loss to Vanderbilt. They talk about the biggest issue for the Tigers at the moment and discuss why they’re still firmly in the NCAA Tournament picture with four games left to play.

Then it’s a switch to football for the third annual Spring Breakout draft. The guys go back and forth picking five non-returning starters they think will be the talk of spring practices, which start next Monday on the Plains.

Thanks to everyone for their patience with this later-than-usual release. The podcast should be back on a regular schedule for the foreseeable future.

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Justin and Painter unveil their secret agenda behind the newsletter and podcast before breaking down Auburn basketball’s 33-point rout of Missouri on Tuesday night. They talk about why Bruce Pearl’s Tigers were able to nail this specific matchup, what aspects of the win might be replicable moving forward and who stood out the most.

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Justin and Painter break down Auburn basketball’s 77-69 loss to Alabama from the weekend. The guys talk about how the Tigers were able to lead for most of the game and where the Tide took advantage to come away with the win down the stretch.

Then they look ahead to the next three games that really feel like must-win ones for Auburn, starting with a home meeting against a Missouri team that is capable of putting up some of the best offensive numbers in the country.

The episode concludes with a further discussion of which teams Auburn football should play permanently once Oklahoma and Texas join the SEC — and which current conference schools they would trade for new ones.

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Justin and Painter open the show with a big-picture look at where Auburn basketball stands with seven games left in the regular season. They explain why the Tigers are firmly in the NCAA Tournament picture and break down some of the areas where Auburn can turn it around down the stretch.

Then they switch over to a preview of Auburn’s massive home matchup…

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Justin and Painter break down the historically rough shooting, the incredibly impressive defense and the highly controversial ending in Auburn basketball’s low-scoring close loss at a top-five Tennessee team. They look at all the aspects of what went down in Knoxville, from the offensive execution to the final no-call, before looking ahead to the Tigers’ trip to face Texas A&M on Tuesday.

The guys also talk about Auburn’s red-hot week of recruiting both in football and basketball with the commitments of Walker White, Jayden Lewis, Malik Autry, Tahaad Pettiford and Labaron Philon. They discuss how Auburn’s new football staff is trying to set the tone in a cutthroat SEC landscape and how the 2024 class is shaping up to be exactly what the basketball program needs for the future.

The episode ends with a loving tribute to Syracuse head coach Jim Boeheim. (Not really. He’s the worst.)

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Justin and Painter open a packed show by looking back at Auburn basketball’s extremely efficient revenge win over rival Georgia and looking ahead at a brutal second half of the SEC schedule that starts with a trip to face Tennessee’s elite defense in Knoxville this weekend.

The guys also discuss the recent commitment of Tahaad Pettiford in basketball — p…

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Justin and Painter open the show with a tribute to journeyman football players, from NFC Championship Game active quarterback Josh Johnson — recorded before his injury — to Auburn national champions Josh Bynes and Josh Harris.

Then the guys switch over to Auburn basketball’s 80-77 loss at West Virginia. They talk about how the loss will go down more as a big missed opportunity than a crushing blow for the season, what lessons can be learned ahead of the final five weeks of the regular season and how Georgia becomes a real must-win game.

They close with a discussion of Hugh Freeze’s time at the Alabama Football Coaches Association’s clinic over the weekend and Nick Saban’s secondhand comments about the wild world of NIL.

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Justin proposes that Painter should become the new voice of the Atlanta Braves. That, somehow, turns into a discussion about what coaches wear on the sidelines and which football head man should bravely start wearing full suits this fall.

The guys recap Auburn basketball’s loss to Texas A&M and look at the recurring problems in defeats for Bruce Pearl’s …

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Justin and Painter recap Auburn basketball’s 15-point road win over South Carolina. They discuss the Tigers’ ever-improving balance among their veterans and how Wendell Green Jr. is playing some of the best ball in the SEC right now. The guys talk about the best way to view a winning streak in a favorable stretch of schedule and what all this could mean moving forward.

Then it’s a switch over to football, where the hot topic is Auburn’s quarterback situation at the conclusion of the first transfer portal window. What should be expected out of Robby Ashford? Can Holden Geriner get in the mix? And who could the Tigers target in the spring window?

Also: Is it smart to bring a baked potato to a sporting event?

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