9 Yards Deep

WTVM Sports Director Tony Reese, sports anchor Drew Pavan and Jeremy Hayes discuss high school and NCAA football playoffs. 

In this episode of the 9 Yards Deep Sports Podcast, the Jeremy, Drew, and Tony discuss the latest developments in high school and college football, focusing on playoff implications, standout performances, and coaching changes. They highlight key matchups in high school football, including Spencer's playoff-clinching victory and the challenges facing Columbus High. The conversation shifts to the GIAA and GHSA leagues, examining the impact of coaching on team performance. As the college football landscape evolves with coaching changes, the hosts analyze the SEC's competitive nature and the implications for teams like LSU and Auburn. The episode concludes with predictions for upcoming playoff games and reflections on the season's progress. The conversation delves into the complexities of coaching decisions in college football, particularly focusing on quarterback controversies, team dynamics, and the pressures faced by coaches and players. The discussion highlights Auburn's struggles, Alabama's recent performances, and the significance of winning in the SEC. The rivalry between Georgia and Florida is also examined, emphasizing the unpredictability of college football and the impact of coaching changes on team performance.

Sports Leader 9's Tony Reese, Drew Pavan and Jeremy Hayes discuss impactful end-of-season high school matchups and make-or-break college football scenarios. 

The conversation covers various aspects of high school and college football, focusing on recent games, coaching decisions, and upcoming matchups. The speakers discuss the significance of high school games, the Alabama vs. Georgia rivalry, Auburn's struggles, and Georgia's resilience. They also look ahead to key matchups and predictions for the upcoming games.

Join Sports Leader 9's Tony Reese, Drew Pavan and Jeremy Hayes as they discuss area high school football and upcoming SEC football matchups. 

Join us on 9 Yards Deep as we explore the latest in high school and college football. This episode highlights the standout performances of local teams like Calvary and Auburn, and dives into the intense college matchups featuring Georgia Tech and Georgia. We discuss key players, potential Heisman contenders, and the electrifying atmosphere of SEC and ACC games. 

Jeremy and Drew dive into the latest happenings in high school and college football. They discuss thrilling high school matchups, including the rivalry between Auburn and Opelika, and highlight the impressive performances of teams like Central Phenix City and Glenwood. The conversation shifts to college football, where they analyze the SEC landscape, recap week two's games, and preview upcoming matchups, particularly the highly anticipated Georgia vs. Tennessee game. The hosts also touch on the AP Top 25 rankings and the implications for teams moving forward.

The conversation covers recent college football games, focusing on key matchups, player performances, and coaching strategies. Highlights include the impressive showing of Callaway against Opelika, Auburn's Jackson Arnold making an impact, Arch Manning's debut under pressure against Ohio State, and a surprising upset of Alabama by Florida State. The discussion also touches on the defensive strengths of LSU and Clemson, as well as Georgia's promising young talent. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the transition from Nick Saban's era at Alabama to the new leadership under DeBoer, emphasizing the need for a new coaching identity. They analyze Alabama's performance and the adjustments needed moving forward, while also evaluating the current college football landscape, including top rankings and Heisman candidates. The conversation wraps up with a look ahead to upcoming matchups in college football.

Tony Reese, Drew Pavan and Jeremy Hayes discuss takeways from SEC Media Days ahead of the 2025 college football season.

Sports Leader 9's Tony Reese, Drew Pavan and Jeremy Hayes discuss the top teams to watch across East Alabama and West Georgia ahead of the 2025 high school football season.