AU Wishbone: Auburn Sports

AU Wishbone: Auburn Sports episodes:

• 05.28.2024

  28 May 2024: New Money Rules! Which SEC teams lost the most starters to the portal? Greatest WR groups! And more!

  Van and John sort through the new money-related rules coming to college football and try to make sense of it all. Then they break down all the SEC teams in terms of starters who have transferred away. Plus a look...

  
• 05.21.2024

  21 May 2024: Looking at SEC Week One!

  Van and John take a quick look at Week Zero and Week One of the SEC this fall, as well as comparing the strength of schedule of all 16 SEC teams. How tough is Auburn's schedule--and who has it the...

  
• 05.14.2024

  14 May 2024: AU Football Hot Takes!!

  Van and John run through some "hot takes" about the upcoming Auburn football team and season, rating them on a scale of 1 (Crystal Hot Sauce) to 5 (Reaper Madness Sauce). They look at some remarkable stats about Auburn Wide...

  
• 05.07.2024

  7 May 2024: COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS MASSIVE DISCUSSION

  John and Van dive deep into the upcoming new College Football Playoffs with an in-depth discussion of how it evolved into this form, how it will work, who will play whom, and what it will likely mean for the sport...

  
• 04.30.2024

  30 April 2024: #1 Auburn Golf Dominates SEC as Football & Hoops Squads Come into Focus

  Boris the Tiger joins the guys to celebrate the SEC Tournament Championship won by the AU Golf team. Then they cover comings and goings in the football and hoops portal before Jarrod's Guess-the-Game and Listener Questions. Be a part of the AU...

  
• 04.23.2024

  23 Apr 2024: Fireworks in the Portal!

  Van and John look at the new transfers coming in for the Defensive Line, other portal visitors, and the changes to the hoops team. Plus Guess-the-Game, listener questions and more! Be a part of the AU Wishbone Family by becoming a patron of the shows:  https://www.patreon.com/vanallenplexico Contact the...

  
• 04.16.2024

  16 Apr 2024: Recruits, Portals & Coaching Changes

  Van and John look at the new OL commit, the upcoming portal re-opening in football and basketball, coaching changes in the SEC--and a particularly devious Guess-the-Game from Jarrod! All this, plus John ends the show without saying, "War Eagle, Van,"...

  
• 04.09.2024

  9 April 2024: Cam Goes Off and Towns Gets His Kicks at A-Day

  John and Van break down everything from A-Day, then check out the rapidly-evolving situation with the hoops squad before turning their attention to Listener Questions--plus a very conspiracy-laden "Guess-the-Game," SEC hoops coaches' carousel, and more! Be a part of the AU Wishbone...

  
• 04.02.2024

  2 April 2024: A-Day Approaches!

  Van and John check in on spring practice and all the new players (including the new WRs!) as we get ready for A-Day! Plus transitions in the hoops program and elsewhere. And Guess-the-Game, Listener Questions and more! Be a part of...

  
• 03.26.2024

  26 March 2024: Moving On

  Van and John bid a fond farewell to the 2024 SEC Tournament Champions, and discuss and debate what went wrong and why. They look at the claim that Auburn should refuse to accept losing, and what that actually means. And...

  
• 03.19.2024

  19 March 2024: SEC TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONS SPECTACULAR

  Van and John celebrate the big SEC Tournament championship by looking back at the three games in Nashville. Then they look ahead to what lies in store for the Tigers in the NCAA Tournament. Plus some recruiting updates, a new...

  
• 03.12.2024

  12 March 2024: Live from Casa Ringer in Auburn!

  Van and John are comin' at ya straight from the Plains this week, as they recorded the show IN THE SAME ROOM for the first time in a long time! They were in Auburn for the basketball game and the...

  
• 03.05.2024

  5 March 2024: We're Coming Home

  Van and John talk about the close call at Tennessee, the huge revenge win over Miss State, Spring Practice underway, plus their upcoming visit to Bham and Auburn for book signings, and much more! Be a part of the AU Wishbone Family by becoming...

  
• 02.27.2024

  27 Feb 2024: No Jaylin; No Problem!

  Van and John discuss the epic beatdown of the Georgia Bulldogs in their own dawghouse, then look ahead to the remaining season and Auburn's chances of winning the conference. Plus some football news, Guess-the-Game, an update on the big Book...

  
• 02.20.2024

  20 February 2024: A Blowout and a Letdown

  Van and John celebrate the huge stomping of the Gamecocks, and try to figure out what went wrong against the Wildcats. Plus Cadillac news, Guess-the-Game, Listener Questions--including SEC W/L Over/Unders!! and more! Be a part of the AU Wishbone Family by becoming a patron of the...

  
• 02.13.2024

  13 Sept 2024: The Ups and Downs of Basketball

  Van and John talk about the new D Line coach, the bad day at Gainesville--and the huge win over Alabama! Plus a preview of what's coming up in Neville this week, and the coaching shenanigans at Alabama. All this plus...

  
• 02.06.2024

  6 Feb 2024: Reaching Another Level

  Van and John discuss how the AU hoops team found another level of play in their remarkable comeback win at Ole Miss on Saturday. Plus coaching changes (again!!), Worst Coach in the World, Listener Questions and more! Be a part of...

  
• 01.30.2024

  30 January 2024: A Rough Patch

  Van and John discuss the road game troubles the hoops team faced against Alabama and Miss State, and the upcoming Vandy and Ole Miss rematches. Plus changes happening with the football program and a nice boost to one of our...

  
• 01.23.2024

  Hoops and Chernobyl-oosa

  Van and John revel in the utter joy that is the 2024 Auburn Basketball team, as well as enjoying (from a safe distance) the radioactive meltdown, Chernobyl-style, happening across the state with Coach Kalen DeBacle. All this plus Guess-the-Game and...

  
• 01.16.2024

  16 Jan 2024: Change is in the Air!

  Van and John talk about Nick Saban's retirement and bama hiring some guy from Seattle to replace him; changes on the AU football staff; big wins by the hoops team; plus Worst Coaches in the World, Guess-the-Game, Listener Questions, and...

  
• 01.09.2024

  9 Jan 2024: UnCoordinated

  Van and John talk about the removal of Auburn's OC and DC and possible replacements, along with the huge hoops win at Arkansas, recruiting and portal activity, Guess-the-Game, and much more! Be a part of the AU Wishbone Family by becoming a patron of the shows:  https://www.patreon.com/vanallenplexico Contact...

  
• 01.02.2024

  2 Jan 2024: Bowls, Hoops and Tattered Souls

  Van and John welcome in 2024 with a look back at the bowl games (including Alabama's big loss in the Playoffs!) and the basketball team's current run of dominance. Oh, and also a look at the Music City Bowl, yeah....

  
• 12.26.2023

  26 Dec 2023: The Big Haul

  In the last AU Wishbone episode of 2023, John and Van talk about the big recruiting haul, the upcoming bowl game, the latest with the hoops team, and much more. Plus: Will Jarrod be happy this time around?? Tune in...

  
• 12.19.2023

  19 Dec 2023: The Auburn Effect

  Van and John look back at two big hoops wins (including over Lebron James Jr's USC!) plus recruiting news, the transfer portal, and more. All this plus Boris gives a special performance in Jarrod's old time slot, and much more! Be...

  
• 12.12.2023

  12 Dec 2023: Crushing Indiana, Working the Portal & Recruiting Like Crazy!

  Van and John break down Auburn's big hoops win in ATL over Indiana--gaining revenge for Bobby Knight's 1987 crap cheating win in the NCAAs--plus a look at football recruiting and the PORTAL, and all the usual shenanigans! Also: Join up...

  
• 12.05.2023

  5 Dec 2023: Music City Bowl + CFPlayoffs & More!

  Van and John look at Auburn's upcoming bowl matchup in Nashville with Maryland, discuss the travesty that is the College Football Playoff bracket, and welcome guest co-host Boris the Tiger. Plus lots of Listener Questions and more!  Be a part of...

  
• 11.28.2023

  28 Nov 2023: Getting Through it Together

  Van and John open up the AU Wishbone Therapy Clinic for another round of coming to terms with things no fan base should have to deal with. Yet here we are. And we have tons of great Listener Questions and...

  
• 11.21.2023

  21 Nov 2023: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Iron Bowl...

  Before previewing the IRON BOWL, Van and John break down not just the New Mexico State game but the psychological elements and ramifications of it on the fans and the team. Plus Listener Questions and all the usual shenanigans! Be a...

  
• 11.14.2023

  14 Nov 2023: SMOKEHOUSE LIGHTNING!

  Van and John have returned from Arkansas with tales of victory, barbecue, and pig snot! Plus all the usual features and more. Be a part of the AU Wishbone Family by becoming a patron of the shows:  https://www.patreon.com/vanallenplexico A proud member of the War Eagle Reader family. Brought...

  
• 11.07.2023

  7 Nov 2023: Deconstructing Vandy; Off to the SmokeHouse!

  Van and John break down the road win over Vandy before getting ready to take on Arkansas in the SmokeHouse! Plus the SEC PowerPoll discussion, Worst Coaches in the World, Listener Questions and Around the SEC, and lots more! NEW BOOK!!!  FIRST...

  
• 10.31.2023

  31 Oct 2023: The Offense Puts it Together at Last! ...for a half.

  On a not particularly spooky Halloween edition of the AU Wishbone, Van and John break down the big SEC win over Mississippi State, look ahead to Vanderbilt and Arkansas, hand out "Worst Coaches in the World," answer Listener Questions, and...

  
• 10.24.2023

  24 Oct 2023: Agreeing to Disagree!

  Van and John saw the Auburn-Ole Miss game a little differently, both overall and because John was actually in the stadium! They give their differing views of the game and where the team stands at this point in the season....

  
• 10.17.2023

  17 Oct 2023: Between the Valley and the Lane Train

  Van and John look back at what went wrong and what went right in Baton Rouge, then search for ways the team can bounce back against Lane Kiffin and Ole Miss. They also drop some hints about their upcoming Auburn...

  
• 10.10.2023

  10 Oct 2023: Bye Bye Week, Hello LSU!

  Van and John break down the Auburn-LSU matchups on offense, defense and special teams, as well as a look back at the crazy games of the past weekend. Plus "Worst Coach in the World," Listener Questions and more! Our AU Football book is...

  
• 10.03.2023

  3 Oct 2023: Georgia Escapes--Barely! (And John Returns!)

  John is back! And just in time to thoroughly break down the highs and lows of an amazing game against the number 1-ranked Georgia Bulldogs. Plus a look at the SEC at this moment in time, Listener Questions, Worst Coaches...

  
• 09.26.2023

  26 Sept 2023: The Auburn Countdown: Post-A&M; Pre-UGA

  THIS... IS... COUNTDOWN!!! Van goes it alone this week, while John remains on assignment to Parts Unknown. And Van conducts the entire episode as an installment of COUNTDOWN. Never fear--John returns next week! Our AU Football book is nearly 500 pages including full-page...

  
• 09.19.2023

  18 Sept 2023: Texas A&M Week!! With Guest Host Delvin Williams

  With John away on assignment, Van is joined by longtime podcast family member Delvin Williams to look back at the Samford game and to break down Texas A&M! Plus Listener Questions and Around the SEC! Our AU Football book is nearly 500 pages...

  
• 09.12.2023

  12 Sept 2023: Victory Over Cal / Concerns for the Offense!

  Van and John break down all aspects of the win over California at Berkeley on Saturday I MEAN ON SUNDAY! Zzzzzzz... And what to make of Auburn's offense and defense at this point. Plus Around the SEC and more! Our AU Football book...

  
• 09.06.2023

  6 Sept 2023: California Hate Week 2023!

  John and Van look back at the first game of the Freeze Era at Auburn, then preview the late-night matchup that is Auburn-Cal! Plus all the great features you know and love. It's California Golden Bears Hate Week 2023!! Our AU Football book...

  
• 08.29.2023

  29 Aug 2023: UMass Hate Week 2023!!

  Van and John prepare you for the upcoming massive college football opening weekend, including breaking down Auburn's first game of the Freeze Era against UMass! Plus Listener Questions, Guess-the-Game, Around the SEC and more! Our AU Football book is nearly 500 pages including...

  
• 08.22.2023

  The 2023 AU Wishbone SEC BBQ Special!

  Once again, the AU Wishbone hosts eat the magical barbecue and it allows them to predict the W/L records of every SEC team, including AUBURN!! Special guest star: Boris the Tiger!! Our AUBURN BASKETBALL BOOK is now on sale!!  David Housel has called it...

  
• 08.15.2023

  15 August 2023: Scrimmage Talk & Position Preview-Palooza

  Van and John look back at the first scrimmage of the Fall, as well as some recruiting news, before digging into position evaluations across the offense and defense. All this plus Guess-the-Game, Listener Questions, and some news about the upcoming...

  
• 08.08.2023

  8 August 2023: Fall Camp! QB Battle! Borges Book Talk! And More!

  Van and John talk about the opening days of Fall Camp on the Plains, including the situation at running back and quarterback. They review former OC Al Borges's book, DENY OF THE TIGER, about the 2004 team. And they discuss...

  
• 08.01.2023

  1 Aug 2023: Let the Big Cat Eat!

  Van and John celebrate Big Cat Weekend and the amazing recruiting results of the last few days! Plus another installment of the team position reviews, a Guess-the-Game, Listener Questions, and more. Our AUBURN BASKETBALL BOOK is now on sale!!  David Housel has called it...

  
• 07.25.2023

  25 July 2023: SEC Media Dog Days of Summer

  Van and John look back at SEC Media Days, review the safeties for 2023, and answer some interesting Listener Questions. Plus it's episode 101 of Jarrod's Guess-the-Game! And more. Our AUBURN BASKETBALL BOOK is now on sale!!  David Housel has called it "The Best...

  
• 07.18.2023

  18 July 2023: SEC Media Days Kick Off + More!

  Van and John talk SEC Media Days, recruiting, transfers in and out, Tennessee getting hit by the NCAA, and much more. Plus: The 100th ediiton of Jarrod's Guess-the-Game!! Our AUBURN BASKETBALL BOOK is now on sale!!  David Housel has called it "The Best and...

  
• 07.11.2023

  11 July 2023: The Depths of Summer

  Van and John talk about the latest recruiting news, continue to look at special teams for 2023, prepare for SEC Media Days, and answer some great Listener Questions. All this plus Guess-the-Game number 99, more Hate Week bits, and more! Our AUBURN BASKETBALL BOOK...

  
• 07.04.2023

  4 July 2023: Fireworks on the Recruiting Trail Coming??

  Van and John check in on recruiting--will Auburn swipe a big one from Alabama?? Plus lots of other AU & SEC news, a Guess-the-Game, Listener Questions and more! Our AUBURN BASKETBALL BOOK is now on sale!!  David Housel has called it "The Best and...

  
• 06.27.2023

  27 June 2023: Auburn Position Reviews Begin

  Van and John start their annual series of reviewing the different positions on the AU football team, plus a bunch of football-related news to discuss, and more. Our AUBURN BASKETBALL BOOK is now on sale!!  David Housel has called it "The Best and Most...

  
• 06.20.2023

  20 June 2023: Does the New 2024 SEC Schedule Help or Hurt Auburn?

  Van and John dig into the 2024 SEC football schedule: Whom does it hurt, and whom does it help? They also look at the recent recruiting boom, answer listener questions, and more! (Also: Van enjoys cookies.) Our AUBURN BASKETBALL BOOK is now on sale!! ...