The Southern Beat with Dan Mathews: Recent Episodes
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It is actually episode 102... I'm just moving scatter brained!
In this episode I talk about the many different ways to motivate players. The initials DPI are used. Auburn picks Payton Thorne. Viva Las Vegas for the B1G.
Guests:
Hunt Palmer, ESPN 104.5 Baton Rouge
Rusty Mansell, DawgsHQ
My thoughts on the Oher/Tuohy Situation.
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In this episode, Dan talks about the SEC's response to the most recent round of college conference expansion. Nick Saban had an interesting guest speak to the Alabama program. Steve Sarkisian might be taking a play out of Kirby Smart's playbook.
Guests:
Jack MacGuire of Barstool Sports
Steve Maltepes, The Philly Godfather.
Plus, what to make of the "training camp fight."
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EPISODE 100! Pop the champagne! We are that much closer to the season! We talk VERY little about conference realignment in this episode. We talk optimism in Tuscaloosa. Hugh Freeze is trying to set the program to his standards. Javon Bullard handled this question very well. But, also why does one group feel a certain way about the situation than the other one?
Michael Bratton from That SEC Podcast joins to preview the 2023 SEC season.
Then yes... I'll talk a little realignment.
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It has been a LONG but GREAT week in Charlotte for ACC Kickoff! Dan Mathews opens the show by talking about some national headlines, like Colorado making the move to the Big 12. What will that mean for the PAC-12? Also, Jim Harbaugh's suspension at Michigan.
GUESTS:
- Florida State QB Jordan Travis
- Former NFL/Virginia Tech WR turned ACC Network analyst Eddie Royal
- Duke QB Riley Leonard
- Louisville HC Jeff Brohm
- Pitt HC Pat Narduzzi
- North Carolina HC Mack Brown
- Wake Forest HC Dave Clawson
- Clemson HC Dabo Swinney
Dan ends the show by giving his pick to win the ACC in 2023.
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SEC Media Days in Nashville is in the rearview mirror! Dan talks about the week from radio row in Nashville. Plus, what he expects from next year in Dallas. We talk to SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey.
GUESTS on This Episode!
- LSU QB Jayden Daniels
- Texas A&M ATH Ainias Smith
- Miss. State QB Will Rogers
- SEC on CBS Analyst Gary Danielson
- Alabama OT JC Latham
- Arkansas RB Rocket Sanders
- Ole Miss RB Quinshon Judkins
- South Carolina QB Spencer Rattler
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Dan is back with this episode of the Southern Beat! He talks Georgia's response to the AJC and his issue with it. Pat Fitzgerald is out at Northwestern. What should we think of Texas A&M in 2023? Is Texas actually back? We talk more of the Aggies with David Nuño of TexAgs.com. Barrett Sallee of CBSSports.com, CBS Sports HQ and SiriusXM joins the show. Plus, this guy will have a good week at SEC Media Days.
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TOPICS:
- LSU wins the Men's College World Series.
- Michigan might have a "Beat Georgia" period in practice. But other things are keeping them from doing it.
- This potential rule change will help those who want it even more.
GUESTS:
- Matt Moscona from ESPN 104.5 (Baton Rouge)
- Trevor MeCue, Maize and Blue Review (Covers the Michigan Wolverines for Rivals)
CLOSE:
- STOP DOING THIS TO NICK SABAN!
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Dan is back on time this week! He talks about Dylan Raiola moving to play his final year of high school football at Buford. Bill Hancock leaves the CFP on top. Dan thinks we're going to follow NFL coaches for a different path. Also Nick Saban takes an approach that he normally doesn't do.
GUESTS:
Graham Coffey, DawgsOutWest.com
Zach Abolverdi Gators Online.
Dan also gives a hat tip to one of the best in the business.
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Topics Covered:
- Prominent AD says I really don't care that much about this rivalry.
- Transfer Portal embraced by some and not all.
- Baby Cronk's Dad
Guests:
Dave Bartoo of College Football Matrix
Chris Gordy of the Locked On SEC podcast
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I'm back! We do talk some college football. But, we'll also get into some college baseball and yes... LIV/PGA Tour merger. Dan gives his thoughts on the SEC deciding to stay at playing eight conference games when Texas and Oklahoma get to the league. Clemson has found recruiting success. Dan also talks the new spring league that is coming in 2024 for top high school prospects in football. Bud Elliott of 247Sports breaks down his Blue-Chip Ratio. Ben Upton from 11Point7.com talks the upcoming NCAA Baseball Super Regional weekend. Peter Burns recaps last week's SEC Spring Meetings in Destin.
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The preview magazines are out! Dan is joined by Braden Gall of Athlon Sports to talk about one of the best periodicals there is in the business. Plus, Bill Connelly of ESPN.com just came out with an interesting list that people either love or hate.
Also, Dan talks more driving troubles in Athens, ACC new money idea and Big Ten TV troubles/struggles.
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The ACC is going through some issues with money. Dan talks about who might be the ones to blame. Georgia picks up a huge commitment in five-star quarterback Dylan Raiola. Dan says this guy needs credit, after getting a lot of guff from Dawg fans. Plus, The Battery Atlanta is coming to a college football stadium nearest you.
Radi Nabulsi of UGASports.com talks Raiola and the 2023 Georgia Bulldogs.
Ross Dellenger fills us in on what is happening with the ACC.
Dan closes out the show by talking about Stetson Bennett not graduating.
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Dan is back to talk some college football with you! Georgia-Florida might be in Athens and Gainesville! Hugh Freeze is bottom line about quarterbacks. Jimbo Fisher yet again is tone deaf. Brad Powers from BradPowersSports.com talks the gambling odds for the 2023 college football season. Jesse Simonton weighs in on who is to buy or pass on this college football season. Dan wraps by talking about Georgia's decision to pass on going to the White House.
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I was excited about this one! I had a chance to catch up with Florida State head coach Mike Norvell. He talks about dealing with expectations and also getting ready for that tough first game of the season against LSU.
I then talk about Alabama's expectations this year and how a couple of roadblocks could be tough on them in 2023. Plus, Tyler Buchner is not in Tuscaloosa by mistake. Plus, the CFP has given us a sense of nostalgia with their announcement this week.
Connor O'Gara from Saturday Down South (@CJOGara) joins the show. It was also fun to bring on Kelley Ford of KFordRatings.com (@KFordRatings) for the first time.
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Dan Mathews is here to get you ready for the NFL Draft. Plus, get a recap of the spring action from around college football. Chris Gordy of the Locked On SEC podcast joins to talk SEC spring practice coming to a close. Mike Detilier of The Big 870, WWL in New Orleans joins to talk NFL Draft .
Plus, Dan talks the new clock rules in CFB, Bear Alexander to USC and the proposed harsh penalties for SEC programs if fans rush the field.
He closes out by talking about Deion Sanders at Colorado.
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Dan is getting you ready this week for the LSU and Alabama spring games. He talks Tigers with Matt Moscona of ESPN 104.5 in Baton Rouge. He talks Crimson Tide with Ryan Fowler of Tide 100.9 in Tuscaloosa.
Plus, he gives his thoughts on the Georgia quarterback situation. Also, he appreciates something Steve Sarkisian did. Then, he takes Jimbo Fisher to task again.
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One coach has another great idea for college football's offseason and Dan Mathews loves the idea. One coach told another fanbase you just weren't pretty enough. One coach might have just gotten insulted. Plus, one coach has found the perfect home. Kelly Quinlan of JacketsOnline.com joins to talk Georgia Tech's White and Gold game. Jordan Hill from Dawgs247 talks Georgia's G-Day. Finally, Dan agrees wholeheartedly with one SEC writer. He finishes by telling people to not follow this line of thinking anymore with the draft.
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BONUS! BONUS BONUS!
You get some Masters talk on this episode! My good buddy Cullen Madden from the 680 The Fan Golf Show joins to preview the weekend at Augusta National!
Dan also talks Auburn's spring game with Justin Hokanson of Auburn Live (On3.com).
Plus, Dan talks Hugh Freeze's spring game idea. He also talks Texas improving at a key spot. Kirby does something different at the quarterback option. One NFL Draft analyst has an interesting take about Jalen Carter.
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Kirby Smart is talking to someone in regards to SEC scheduling... But it's not who you think. Plus, Dan Mathews both criticizes and defends this ACC coach. Lane Kiffin continues to show growth as a coach.
We preview the Final Four with Adam Spencer of Saturday Down South. Blake Toppmeyer of USA Today talks spring practice in the SEC.
Oh yeah... HAPPY OPENING DAY EVERYONE!!!!
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Georgia had an interesting visitor at practice. Nick Saban fired one (with purpose). Jimbo Fisher failed the test. Adam Spencer of Saturday Down South joins to talk March Madness. Mark Passwaters from AggieYell.com talks Texas A&M Aggies spring practice. College football can learn from the World Baseball Classic.
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Happy NCAA Tourney time! We talk Georgia and Georgia Tech spring practice on this episode. I had the chance to catch up with Yellow Jackets coach Brent Key for a few minutes. Plus, Graham Coffey of DawgsCentral.com talks the Dawgs.
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Dan is back! He talks about Nick Saban's recent comments about the SEC future scheduling. Could Florida State be signaling that they're on their way out of the ACC? We talk that and much more with Dennis Dodd of CBSSports.com. Then, we talk draft with Trevor Sikkema of PFF. Plus, a new experience in college football could be in your future.
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Sorry folks! I'm on vacation! Moose out front shoulda told ya! No, just stepping away for a few days! But before I go... I'd like to talk some Todd Monken saying good bye. I'd also like to talk recruit spending working. Alabama loses another guy (for a short time). In this episode, we also welcome Texas and Oklahoma to the SEC. Bob Ballou from KEYE-TV in Austin talks the Texas Longhorns. Tyler McComas from The REF in Oklahoma City talks some OU Sooners. To wrap, I talk about the type of behavior to expect from the Longhorns.
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This is pretty much the Todd Monken/Mike Bobo episode. Dan lays out why Mike Bobo is a strong hire for Kirby Smart. He also gets into Texas and OU officially to the SEC. Plus, Lane Kiffin might be annoyed again. He talks Monken/Bobo with Radi Nabulsi of UGASports.com. He talks what it's like to play for Bobo with former UGA quarterback Aaron Murray. Ross Dellenger of Sports Illustrated talks Texas/OU to SEC and more national headlines. Dan closes out the show by saying he believes that one blue blood football program is doing their head coach wrong.
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Alabama's new coordinator hires has people feeling a certain way. Mike Norvell gets some job security. the NFLization of CFB only continues. Plus, we talk all things CFB with Josh Pate of 247Sports/CBS Sports HQ. Also, Senior Bowl/draft with Cam Mellor of College Football Network. We close with this coming to your favorite CFB stadium near you.
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Dan Mathews is back for another episode! He talks about the Stetson Bennett IV arrest. What's the latest with Todd Monken? What is happening at Alabama with the coordinator searches?
Guests:
- Robert Linnehan of XL Media talks sports betting in Georgia.
- Jake Rowe of DawgsHQ talks NSD & UGA.
- Chris Gordy of Locked On SEC talks Senior Bowl and more.
Then, I get into Ryan Day comments... Hi Georgia fans!
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Alabama needs new coordinators plural! Bill O'Brien is gone. But Dan wants to caution Crimson Tide fans to slow down a little on celebration too hard. LSU is doing this by necessity right now. But, Dan says they might not need to do this in the very near future. Then, he talks about Florida State and Tennessee both trying to sustain success. Things have been interesting at Florida for Billy Napier, as he heads into year two on the job. Dan catches up with Andrew Spivey of GatorCountry.com to talk the Gators. Clint Lamb of Bama Insider has some insight into who could be the Tide's next offensive and defensive coordinators. Plus, former Auburn quarterback Jason Campbell talks about his newest job on the Tigers radio network. Dan finishes the show by talking about Stetson Bennett IV's decision to skip the Senior Bowl.
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Dan is here to help guide us through the offseason. He starts by talking about the horrible tragedy that struck the Georgia program, with the car accident claiming the lives of offensive lineman Devin Willock and recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy. He then talks about AD Mitchell transferring out of the program. Plus, he gets into Pete Golding moving on to Ole Miss, Nick Saban having to make more hires at Alabama and how players look at rivalries now in the transfer portal age. We get to hear interviews from Drew DeArmond, Dave Bartoo and Bobby Carpenter. He closes out by talking about Stetson Bennett IV's parade behavior.
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The Georgia Bulldogs are champs for the second straight year. Dan Mathews breaks down the game, from what he saw in Los Angeles. He talks the game and the future of UGA with Jed May of UGASports.com. Connor O'Gara of Saturday Down South talks the Bulldogs national title win and the future outlook of the SEC.
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CFP Natty Week is here! Dan talks the Georgia-TCU matchup with a couple really greats guests. He talks UGA with Mike Griffith of DawgNation.com and the AJC. We talk Horned Frogs with Ari Temkin of SiriusXM's Big 12 Radio. Plus, Dan talks Bobby Petrino to Texas A&M, Jim Harbaugh, Ohio State and how fans should handle the current times.
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HUGE EPISODE HERE!
Dan was at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl's media day on Thursday and caught up with a ton of guests!
Guests Include:
- Georgia co-Defensive Coordinator/ Inside Linebackers Coach Glenn Schumann
- Ohio State Defensive Coordinator Jim Knowles
- Georgia Passing Game Coordinator/ Wide Receivers Coach Bryan McClendon
- Ohio State Defensive End JT Tuimolaloau
- Ohio State Left Tackle Paris Johnson Jr.
- Georgia Outside Linebacker Nolan Smith
- CBSSports.com's Barrett Sallee
- SEC Network Analyst Roman Harper
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Dan Mathews had the chance to catch up for a couple minutes with Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett IV. He talks about his path to this point of his playing career. He also talks about how he's dealt with critics of him.
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Dan was able to catch up with Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka for a couple of minutes on Tuesday at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl media availability in downtown Atlanta. Egbuka talks about trying to bounce back from a tough loss, the Buckeyes being counted out and rekindling previous matchups with a key UGA defensive back that he grew up with in Washington.
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Dan Mathews was able to catch up with Georgia All-American safety Christopher Smith. He talks about his decision to come back for the 2022 season, moving on from the SEC Championship Game win and facing a motivated Ohio State team.
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It is that time! We're ready to preview the College Football Playoff. We'll let you hear from all four head coaches leading you towards New Years Eve. Here to preview the games are the following...
Ohio State - Dan Hope from Eleven Warriors
Georgia - Jordan Hill from Dawgs247.com
TCU - Mac Engel of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Michigan - Trevor McCue from the Maize and Blue Review
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Dan Mathews is back for another episode! Bobby Petrino is back in major college football! Drew Brees is a coach now. College stars might start getting treated like NFL players. Dan also gives some more thoughts on Mike Leach. You get to hear from Andrew Spivey of GatorCountry.com to talk Florida Gators. Chris Hummer of 247Sports.com talks transfer portal and coaching carousel. Also, Dan says one SEC coach broke two rules.
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He was truly a treasure and we lost him way too soon. Mississippi State coach Mike Leach passes away at the age of 61. Dan Mathews goes back to remember the life and times of "The Pirate." We also get the chance to hear some of the coach's greatest quotes.
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Only one show this week, because Dan was having too much fun in Las Vegas. The College Football Playoff is set. Dan believes that one team is the only program who controls how these next two games go. Dan then gets into the Heisman Trophy finalists and cannot understand why people are in their feelings about Stetson Bennett IV getting the invite to New York City. He also goes over some of the coaching hires. Plus, you get to hear this week from Chris Gordy of the Locked On SEC podcast and Rivals.com recruiting analyst Woody Wommack. He finishes by going over how the transfer portal should be used by teams.
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Dan Mathews is here to get you ready for a great weekend of conference championship games. He starts by talking about Hugh Freeze taking over at Auburn. He also talks about whether or not Name, Image and Likeness could make CFB even better? We preview championship weekend and more with gambling expert Brad Powers and Josh Pate of 247Sports. He closes by talking about what not to do after a tough loss.
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Dan Mathews is back to recap the weekend that was in college football. He also gets you ready for conference championship weekend. Georgia looked sloppy at times and strong at others against Georgia Tech. He discusses what is next for Georgia Tech in regards to Brent Key's future on The Flats. He gets into the Ohio State/Michigan game. Plus, Texas A&M might have found some magic that can carry them over to 2023. He explains why LSU fans should still be very proud of this team. Also, he gives his likely scenarios for the College Football Playoff.
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Dan Mathews dives further into the Lane Kiffin rumors. We get the 247Sports report that Deion Sanders has been talking to South Florida and Colorado. He thinks people might be looking at this flirtation all wrong. Andy Staples of The Athletic and SiriusXM joins the show. We talk all things SEC with Cole cubelic of the SEC Network. Dan closes out the game by talking about what he's thankful for this college football season.
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Dan Mathews is here and drops the latest Lane Kiffin to Auburn rumor on us all. We'll have to see how that all plays out. Georgia had to grind one out during this "survival weekend" of action. Tennessee's hopes are done. Texas A&M is in need of some serious changes. Plus, we get set up for this weekend.
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The season is almost over :(. But, Dan Mathews is here to get you ready for this weekend of college football action! He asks why Stetson Bennett still has to sing for his supper with certain members of the UGA fanbase. Plus, he talks the most recent College Football Playoff rankings. He also talks Jeff Sims at Georgia Tech and the job Mike Norvell has done this season at Florida State.
He catches up this week with Chris Doering of the SEC Network. He also talks college football with Barrett Sallee of CBS Sports.
Finally, he gives his take on the Lane Kiffin to Auburn rumors.
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Raise your hand if you had Georgia-LSU for the SEC Championship Game? No many of us! Brian Kelly has been spinning gold this year in Baton Rouge. Harold Perkins is unreal. But, he does have some explaining to do! Georgia pulls off a win in second half dominant fashion. Kudos to Alabama for not mailing it in. Lane Kiffin strikes the right tune with his fanbase. What a mess Texas A&M is... Plus, the CFP picture is getting even more clear as the weekends go by us.
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Dan Mathews is back to get you ready for the 11th week of the college football season. He is here to talk to the Alabama fans who are in their feelings. He thinks that this Power Five coach has the right idea. Also, Georgia is prepared to deal with a landmine. John Talty of AL.com talks Alabama and Auburn. Bill Connelly of ESPN.com talks the most recent College Football Playoff rankings. Then, Dan gets in to some of the games that we'll be watching this weekend in CFB.
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Georgia kicked Tennessee's ass in every form and fashion. No excuses! That's just what happened! LSU is way ahead of schedule. Alabama fans need to put things in perspective. Dabo needs to make some changes at Clemson. Also, the mind of a championship fan.
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JAM-PACKED show today! Dan Mathews starts by talking about the Auburn coaching opening and what to look out for. Eric Cain of VolQuest.com/LockedOnVols talks Tennessee Volunteers. Jake Rowe of Dawgs HQ talks Georgia Bulldogs. Jesse Simonton of On3.com talks all of college football. Ross Dellenger from Sports Illustrated talks LSU-Alabama, He finishes by telling people to chill about the College Football Playoff initial rankings.
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Dan remembers the life of Vince Dooley. He then talks about Lane Kiffin's scorching of Jimbo Fisher after Ole Miss beat Texas A&M. Kirby Smart says the win over Florida was a good one. Bryan Harsin has been fired at Auburn.
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WEEK 9! We start by talking about Ole Miss and Texas A&M both needing a huge win this weekend. Lane Kiffin decides to go off the top rope against the Aggies. Jimbo Fisher is not helping his case in Aggieland. Ohio State shouldn't have any issues against Penn State. Tennessee is trying to not look past Kentucky. Georgia shouldn't worry about the Jacksonville scares against Florida. Drew Butler of the Punt & Pass podcast jumps on to talk Cocktail Party. Brian Edwards of Vegas Insider breaks down the gabling action. I drop my College Football Playoff top four, ahead of Tuesday's first committee rankings of the season.
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Dan Mathews opens by talking about LSU's second half dominance in Baton Rouge over Ole Miss. Jimbo Fisher and Texas A&M look to have hit rock bottom. Clemson got it done and does have a true quarterback controversy on their hands. Finally, Georgia/Florida, Florida/Georgia needs a new twist.
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Dan Mathews is here to get you ready for Week Eight in college football. One of the huge games of the weekend, is LSU hosting Ole Miss. We’ll talk what the Tigers need to do in order to pull off the upset. Clemson is still having to prove themselves. One ACC program is proving themselves. He talks to Matt Barrie of ESPN College Football. Plus, we get into the gambling side of this weekend’s action with Brad Powers of Bet The Board podcast. We finish up with Alabama fan conspiracy theories.
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Wow! What a win by Tennessee! What a scene that was at Neyland Stadium for that one. Unreal performance by Hendon Hooker and that offense. Dan Mathews talks about this game. Plus, he also tells Alabama fans that they're blaming the wrong guy. LSU and Kentucky both had very nice wins over the weekend. Also, Georgia showed some very encouraging signs of improvement to their offense on Saturday. Dan finishes by taking a brief look at the week ahead.
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Dan Mathews recorded this episode of The Southern Beat from the Caesars Sports Book at Harrah's Cherokee Casino in North Carolina. He talks about the time being now for Tennessee to act against Alabama. Georgia injuries are coming at a time where you can come back from them. This program might be the second best in the SEC West. We talk the huge Big 12 matchups with Ari Temkin of Sirius XM. Longtime college football reporter Brad Edwards talks the Third Saturday in October. Dan closes by saying it's time for this coach to make things happen at this prestigious program.
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Tennessee was unreal good. LSU was... Gross. Alabama narrowly escapes again. Georgia gets back to their dominant ways. You need to look out for this SEC West program. There's a new coaching name who is looking for a job or is he?
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Dan Mathews gets you ready for Week Six of the CFB season. He opens by talking about Georgia's recent struggles and them now needing to have their "Alabama moment." He also talks Alabama having no issue taking down Texas A&M this weekend. Plus, pay attention to what Clemson is doing. We get to hear his recent interviews with Brad Nessler of the SEC on CBS and Josh Neighbors of the Locked On Big 12 podcast. He closes out by talking about what season is the most important for new coaches at a program.
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Dan reacts to Georgia's close win over Mizzou on the road. Cause for concern? Dan lets you know what he thinks. He also talks Alabama's dominant win, even without Bryce Young in the second half. He also talks Ole Miss and Clemson getting nice wins. Plus, there's trouble at Texas A&M. Also, you get to hear from Georgia Tech interim head coach Brent Key's visit with Chuck and Chernoff on 680 The Fan in Atlanta.
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We have an AMAZING weekend of games coming up! Seriously great games all throughout the weekend! I talk Lane Kiffin calling out his fans at Ole Miss. The Piper is coming for Kirby Smart and honestly I think he understands this being the case. In the South, Ohio State and programs like it are a cuss word. But, DO NOT turn your back on this team. Also, credit goes to DJ Uiagalelei. We talk all things ACC with my good buddy Roddy Jones of the ACC Network. Plus, another good buddy Josh Pate of 247Sports talks some SEC action. We wrap by a coach REALLY feeling himself. Then, a former SEC quarterback learned a hard lesson in trying to break news.
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Dan Mathews is here to recap the weekend that was in college football. He opens by talking about reports that Geoff Collins and Georgia Tech athletic director Todd Stansbury are both out. The Yellow Jackets have some names to consider for their next head coach. Georgia had an interesting weekend. Tennessee might just be back. Clemson with an impressive road win. The Aggies have a huge bounce back against Arkansas.
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Week four is here... It moves faster and faster every year. Dan Mathews is here to talk Stetson Bennett IV finally getting the love. Plus, Greg Sankey is college football's good guy. Also, this rising star college football coach might need to think long and hard about his next move. Dan had a chance this week to catch up and talk Tennessee Volunteers with Ryan Callahan of GoVols247.com. Plus, he catches up with former LSU receivers coach and current Nebraska interim head coach Mickey Joseph. Also, Jake Crain of The Daily Wire's Crain and Co. joins the show. Finally, Dan doesn't understand people getting upset over this ACC quarterback's comments about a rival school.
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Dan is here to recap the Georgia-South Carolina, Georgia Tech-Ole Miss, LSU-Mississippi State and Auburn-Penn State games. He gives his thoughts on the Arizona State opening. Plus, he talks about Notre Dame Fighting Irish offensive coordinator Tommy Rees getting caught on camera yelling at quarterback Drew Pyne.
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Dan is back to get you ready for week three. He previews the Auburn-Penn State, LSU-Mississippi State, Georgia-South Carolina, Texas A&M-Miami and Ole Miss-Georgia Tech games. We talk the Hurricanes at Aggies with John Michaels of 680 The Fan and State of the U podcast. Plus, Neal McCready of Rebel Grove talks Ole Miss. Dan finishes the show by talking about the coach-media relationship. Plus, some news on Texas and Oklahoma to the SEC.
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Scott Frost is out. Dan believes that Nebraska can win again. Plus, he recaps Alabama-Texas, Tennessee-Pittsburgh and Kentucky-Florida. Plus, the FUN BELT has some fun!
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Week two of the college football season is here! Dan Mathews starts by breaking down what the largest challenge will be for either Alabama or Texas after Saturday. Billy Napier's challenge doesn't end after last weekend. Stetson Bennett IV is now loved and that's fine. Plus, Geoff Collins just doesn't have the answers. We talk Texas Longhorns with Landry Locker of SportsRadio 610 in Houston. Tony Tsoukalas of Tide Illustrated talks Alabama Crimson Tide. He finishes by talking about Dabo Swinney's contract extension and Dan Mullen living the life.
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What a weekend it was in week one of the college football season! Dan was outside of The Southern Beat this weekend. He took in the Ohio State-Notre Dame game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus. The atmosphere was ELECTRIC in Columbus. He was amazed by how unprepared LSU looked in Brian Kelly's debut. But also, hats off to Florida State for how they played for Mike Norvell. Georgia, Alabama and Florida were all very impressive this weekend in their 2022 debuts. Also, he tips the hat to some other SEC programs who were impressive.
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GAME WEEK! The FULL game week is here! We get you ready for Georgia-Oregon, LSU-Florida State, Georgia Tech- Clemson and Ohio State-Notre Dame. We get you ready for the SEC season with Matt Stinchcomb of the SEC Network. Tim Hall of The Buckeye Show on 97.1 The Fan in Columbus is here to preview Ohio State. Plus, we talk all things college football with Ben Mintz of Barstool Sports. Dan closes out the show by talking CFP expansion and additions to your favorite college football stadium.
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Dan does a quick recap of this weekend's (soft) opening of college football. He gives us a quick look at the games coming up this weekend. LSU makes a quarterback decision, but we don't know. Jimbo's giving a second chance.
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It's GAME WEEK! We talk the season as a whole with Josh Pate of Late Kick Live and the Late Kick Podcast. He has an interesting final four to end the 2022 CFB SZN. Brendan Sonnone of Noles247 previews the 2022 Florida State Seminoles. Plus, we talk more preseason accolades, a new job for someone, remembering a man from our childhood and Nick Saban is making everyone money.
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Kirby Smart could have an issue on his hands this season, due to a former player. Kentucky drama! Atlanta just found out they're getting the College Football Playoff National Championship Game in 2025. We'll talk this great news with Dan Corso of the Atlanta Sports Council. LSU was in the news this week and we talk all things Tigers with Wilson Alexander of The Advocate. Plus, THIS is what you're supposed to use NIL for!
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We have college football coming our way in two weeks! In the meantime, Dan Mathews talks the reported new media rights deal for the Big Ten. Plus, Nick Saban is now trusted with offensive football. Lane Kiffin is living in the new world of quarterback play. We preview the 2022 Clemson Tigers with Brad Senkiw of 105.5 The Roar. Also, Gary Stokan of the Peach Bowl joins to talk the bowl game and their annual Kickoff Game(s). Finally, Brian Kelly is enjoying this right now.
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CAMP SZN is here! We preview Georgia with Drew Butler of the Punt and Pass Podcast. We look at Alabama with Charlie Potter of BamaOnline (247Sports). Billy Napier at Florida had some comments about his program. At the end, I remember the legend that was... Vin Scully.
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Lane Kiffin makes a ton of sense on this new adjustment in college football. We talk SEC with Tom Hart of ESPN and SEC Network. Spenser Davis from Saturday Road talks ACC. Then, Alex Hickey of Saturday Tradition recaps Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis. Finally, Dan says. that the SEC remains in the catbird seat for this arms race.
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What a week! It was awesome to be in both Atlanta and Charlotte for SEC Media Days and ACC Kickoff. Dan had the chance to talk with Heisman Trophy winning quarterback Bryce Young of Alabama. Plus, he caught up with LSU edge rusher BJ Ojulari. In Charlotte, he talked to Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney and Mario Cristobal from Miami. Plus, you'll get to hear his conversation with Florida State head coach Mike Norvell. He wraps by getting a recap of the week from 247Sports' Bud Elliott. Like Dan, Bud was at both sites. Also, Dan quickly goes through the SEC media's picks for the 2022 season.
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More conference realignment talk! We do that with Matt Hayes of Saturday Down South and 1010 XL in Jacksonville. Plus, Ari Temkin joins to talk Big 12 Media Days in North Texas. Also, LSU is crushing now. Nick Saban speaks. Do we want certain schools to win this year, because it makes us feel younger?
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Conference realignment talk just does not end! Dan Mathews is back to react to the news that has passed since USC and UCLA announced they would be moving to the Big Ten. He believes the ACC could be in trouble, if they don't try to fix things revenue wise for the conference. He does a season preview for all of CFB, with Phil Steele of Phil Steele's College Football Preview Magazine. He gives a look at the Florida Gators with Zach Abolverdi of Gator Country.
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MONSTER NEWS broken by Jon Wilner of the Bay Area News Group. USC and UCLA could join the Big Ten as early as 2024. Dan talks this news and what could be next in college football's conference superpowers world. He believes one Power Five conference is especially on notice today. He talks gambling for the season w/ Brad Powers of Covers and BradPowersSports.com. Plus, Matt Brown of Extra Points and D1Ticker gives us the latest on the return of EA Sports' NCAA Football video game! Plus, a message to LSU and Florida fans. Finally, a tribute to two great guys.
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It's a one topic show about... Arch Manning! Why did Georgia lose out on him? I discuss that and more with Radi Nabulsi of UGASports.com. Plus, we get the Texas side of things with Bob Ballou of KEYE-TV in Austin.
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Back home in Omaha! It's College World Series time! We talk the eight teams in Omaha with Ben Upton of the 11 Point 7 Podcast. Plus, we get into an ACC AD saying how he really feels, how Arch Manning will make his decision and Marcus Freeman's comments about Ohio State.
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There's still stuff happening with college football! We talk about it with Mike Griffith of DawgNation. Plus, it's SUPER REGIONAL time in college baseball! Keep an eye on the teams who have been hot in May until now!
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We recap the SEC Spring Meetings and get you ready for some college baseball this weekend. John Talty of AL.com drops by to talk about his new book, 'The Leadership Secrets of Nick Saban: How Alabama's Coach Became The Greatest Ever.' Plus, Tom Hart of the SEC Network and ESPN previews the college baseball regional slate this weekend and beyond.
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A little recruiting talk for ya! We get the latest on Arch Manning's recruitment and what potential domino might have fallen this week. We do both of those things with Woody Wommack of Rivals. Then, we get into Jimbo-Saban, SEC Spring Meetings and more with Barrett Sallee of CBS Sports and SiriusXM. Plus, the SEC might be crazy enough to pull this off! Have a great Memorial Day weekend!
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Did you think that Dan was going to talk about anything else? You got it! Dan talks about the beef between Nick Saban and Jimbo Fisher. Dave Bartoo of College Football Matrix joins the show. Same with Brad Crawford of 247Sports.
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This week Dan catches up with Joe Cowart of 1010 XL in Jacksonville, to recap the ACC Meetings in Amelia Island, Florida. Plus, John Garcia Jr. of Sports Illustrated gives us an update on Arch Manning's recruitment and how major programs are doing.
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Dan hits up Miami, Texas and Texas A&M this week! He talks Hurricanes with David Lake of InsideTheU.com. Taylor Gaspar Estes from Horns247 talks the challenges ahead for Steve Sarkisian in his second year with the Longhorns. David Nuño of TexAgs.com talks Jimbo Fisher's task ahead now in College Station. Dan closes the show by saying the current climate in college football is because of this reason.
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Dan Mathews is here with the pre-draft edition of The Southern Beat! Mark Ingram decided to fire up Georgia fans. Lane Kiffin shows maturity. Jimbo Fisher brings receipts. Plus, OU fan still cannot let it go. Dan talks pass rush with Chuck Smith. He also talks draft as a whole with veteran analyst Mike Detillier.
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One more weekend of spring games in the SEC and beyond! Georgia and Alabama had their games last weekend. Dan talks about what he saw in Athens. He also reacts to the Crimson Tide's offensive line issues. Barrett Sallee from CBS Sports and Sirius XM goes around the SEC. Brent Rollins from Rivals talks NFL Draft. Dan closes out the show by going after a prominent head coach.
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Dan Mathews is back for this week's episode! Georgia and Alabama are about to have their spring games. He talk all things SEC with Michael Bratton of That SEC Podcast. Then, he talks Florida State with Ingram Smith of The Nolecast.
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Dan Mathews is back with another episode! Today he previews the Texas A&M spring game with Mark Passwaters of AggieYell.com. Then, he dives into another plan he believes Greg Sankey has up his sleeve for the SEC.
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Dan is back! He is here to talk the latest with the Georgia Bulldogs during spring practice. He heard something interesting from Lane Kiffin at Ole Miss. Plus, Billy Napier is trying to change the culture at Florida. Wes Blankenship of DawgsHQ and the Marty Smith Podcast joins to talk UGA, Braves and Masters. Then, we talk Alabama Crimson Tide with Charlie Potter of Bama Online.
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Dan Mathews is back for another episode of The Southern Beat! He owed you one from last week and he pays up! We talk LSU starting spring practice with Matt Moscona of ESPN 104.5 in Baton Rouge. We talk ACC with Chris Cotter of ACC Network. Then, he wraps by going around college football with Braden Gall of 440 Sports and Athlon Sports.
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Dan Mathews checks in on spring practice happenings at Georgia, Alabama and Ole Miss. He talks Rebels with Neal McCready of RebelGrove.com and the Oxford Exxon Podcast. Woody Wommack of Rivals joins to update us on the latest with Arch Manning's recruitment and more. Dan ends the show by talking about how you need to look at spring practice.
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Dan Mathews is back for another episode! He talks about Georgia's dominance at the NFL Scouting Combine. He also talks about Jayden Daniels' surprise decision to transfer to LSU. Plus, Jim Harbaugh has his eyes on a national title at Michigan. Lance Zierlein of NFL.com to recap the action from Indianapolis. Also, we get a preview of Arkansas Razorbacks spring practice with John Nabors of 103.7 The Buzz in Arkansas. Dan closes out the show by talking about a pretty nice flex by Nick Saban at Alabama.
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Dan Mathews is here with the latest in college football! SEC Media Days 2022's schedule is out and Dan is pumped! He believes the league might have put out their best work yet. He makes sense of the Georgia coaching hire of Stacy Searels. Plus, he is a huge fan of something this ACC coach just pulled off. Brad Senkiw of 105.5 The Roar in Clemson joins to talk Clemson going through spring practice. Jake Wimberly of ESPN 105.9 in Jackson joins up to talk Mississippi State Bulldogs and Ole Miss Rebels.
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Dan Mathews talks about the Georgia Bulldogs adding new defensive backs coach Fran Brown to the staff. Also, what could be next for the Dawgs in trying to find a new offensive line coach. He is also to spend a few minutes talking with Florida State head coach Mike Norvell. Plus, an idea that he would love to see become a reality in college football.
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Dan Mathews is here for episode 11 of The Southern Beat. He opens by talking about Nick Saban warning us of what would happen in the free transfer era of college football. Bryan Harsin is staying at Auburn. Might he have some help on the way? Also, Dan talks Notre Dame Fighting Irish with Tim O'Malley of Irish Illustrated. Plus, we get a preview of college baseball season with Kendall Rogers of D1Baseball.com.
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Dan Mathews is back! He gets into the drama that is Bryan Harsin and the Auburn Tigers. He talks about this with Zac Blackerby of the Locked On Auburn podcast. He also talks Lincoln Riley's comments about using the transfer portal. Plus, he believes that this ACC program might have finally put crucial pieces in place for them to have large scale success in college football.
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Wow Jimbo Fisher! Tell us how you really feel! Dan Mathews breaks down the Texas A&M head coach's war of words with Ole Miss' Lane Kiffin. Why is this happening? Dan thinks he's got a good idea. He also catches up with Chad Simmons of On3.com. Plus, he also talks to new Duke head coach Mike Elko. Also, hear how Kirby Smart addresses NIL with prospects. Plus, how did the newer SEC coaches do in their first chances to sign players at new spots?
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Dan is back! He opens the show by talking about what has been going on coaching additions at Georgia. Also, how one of those additions could be a product of a player leaving the program. He talks those moves with Graham Coffey of DawgSports.com. Dan also gets into another coordinator leaving Bryan Harsin's Auburn program. Plus, we talk Florida Gators with Andrew Spivey of GatorCountry.com.
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Dan Mathews is back for another episode of The Southern Beat. He talks about the news that broke of Stetson Bennett's return to Georgia and the outrage of this decision for some. He also talks about what could be the start of a bad thing for this current SEC head coach. Plus, Dabo Swinney needs to change. He talks Brian Kelly's start to the LSU tenure and more with Chris Gordy of the Locked On SEC podcast.
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They finally did it! The Georgia Bulldogs are the College Football Playoff National Champion! Dan Mathews is here to recap Monday night's special 33-18 win over the Crimson Tide. He talks about it with former UGA letterman/ESPN analyst David Pollack. Plus, he takes a visit to Coffeetown to talk the win with their proudest alum, Wes Blankenship. Dan ends by talking to the Georgia fans who couldn't enjoy this one with the ones the love the most.
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It is NATTY TIME! It's time to breakdown Georgia Bulldogs against the Alabama Crimson Tide for the College Football Playoff National Championship Game. Dan
Mathews looks back at their path to this game through the semifinals. He talks Alabama with former Crimson Tide national title winning quarterback Greg McElroy. He talks Georgia with Josh Pate of 247Sports.com/CBSSportsHQ. Then, Dan closes the show by talking about his belief in South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer and the job he's doing in Columbia.
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Dan is down in South Florida to cover the Orange Bowl, but he still has an eye on the Cotton Bowl as well. Last week, he talked Cincinnati Bearcats and Michigan Wolverines. This week he will talk the Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide. He talks College Football playoff and beyond with Barrett Sallee of CBSSports.com and CBSSportsHQ. Plus, he talks UGA with Brandon Adams of Dawg Nation Daily. Then, we get a look at Alabama with Travis Reier of BamaOnline.com.
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The college football world continues to deal with COVID-19 and Dan Mathews talks about this bit of news. He talks about the huge news of former Georgia Tech running back Jahmyr Gibbs heading to Alabama. He covers other major transfers as well. Plus, we get into the previews of the College Football Playoff by looking this week at Michigan and Cincinnati. Ryan O'Gara of Saturday Tradition breaks down the Wolverines. Mo Egger of ESPN 1530 in Cincinnati looks at the Bearcats. Dan also remembers the life of a Georgia high school football star and why Nick Saban just won't go away anytime soon.
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National Signing Day has come and gone. Wow! It was a wild one. Travis Hunter shocked the country, with his decision to go to Jackson State. Dan Mathews talks the winners of NSD. Plus, the ever changing landscape of Name, Image and Likeness. Dan talks all things college football with former Georgia quarterback turned broadcaster Aaron Murray. We recap signing day with Rusty Mansell of 247Sports.com.
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Introducing The Southern Beat with Dan Mathews! Each week I will get you caught up on the latest in college football throughout the south. I'm also going to give you the latest from some of the most familiar voices both in the media and with the programs, Today, I react to Alabama's surprising performance against Georgia in the SEC Championship Game. I talk that, College Football Playoff and more with Connor O'Gara of Saturday Down South. Plus, we get the latest on LSU from Hunt Palmer of ESPN 104.5 in Baton Rouge and the pre/postgame show on the LSU Sports Radio Network.
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If you watch the reality show 'Southern Charm' on Bravo, then you know today's guest. John Pringle joined the show this season and was quite the star. But, John is also a HUGE Georgia Bulldogs football fan. Growing up in Atlanta, John has spent years watching the Dawgs play on Saturday's. Now, he's in Charleston and still has his love for the program. We talk about the general game of college football. Plus, John shares his favorite moment as a UGA fan. Also, we need to be ready for the reunion episode for this season of the show.
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Dan chats with former Ohio State and NFL Linebacker Bobby Carpenter about the upcoming National Championship game between Alabama & Ohio State, playing in the NFL, and his current position as an analyst for ESPN.
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