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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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