GATA Talk

Georgia Southern looks to get its seventh win on the 2019 season and go 2-0 in rivalry games this year by beating that suitcase college from Atlanta this Saturday. The Eagles will honor 17 seniors this weekend for their final home game in Paulson Stadium. Matt and Cody discuss why things look promising to get a victory against the Georgia Perimeter Kitty Cats and enter the bowl season on winning note.

Show Notes: 

• Plenty to Still Play for This Saturday 

Georgia Southern rebounded from its letdown against Troy to beat ULM 51-29 last week in dominate fashion at a rainy and cold Paulson Stadium. The Eagles now head to Jonesboro, Arkansas, where they hope to better their bowl game positioning and hold on to the hope of a Sun Belt East division title. To do so, they'll have to have an answer for the Red Wolves' explosive passing attack, led by Omar Bayless, one of the nation's best receivers.  

Show Notes: 

• Winning in All Three Phases

How will Georgia Southern respond after losing big against Troy and hurting their chances at a East Division crown and a spot in the Sun Belt Championship? Matt and Cody discuss what happened with a deja vu moment that was reminiscent of the ULM loss last year after knocking off a ranked App State team. Now, the Eagles are back home in the comfort of Paulson Stadium to face the Warhawks from Monroe, Louisiana. Can they get revenge, become bowl eligible and right the ship with a glimmer of hope at a division title? 

Show Notes: 

• Troy Loss Falls on Coaching 

It is well with our souls! Georgia Southern is in the driver seat now for the East Division and a shot at the Sun Belt championship after a 24-21 win over App State last week. Matt and Cody recap the first victory in Boone since they were students back in 2007 and describe what they think is the blueprint for winning out and taking the Sun Belt crown. They also preview the most important game of the season — the next one — as the Eagles head to Troy, Alabama, to face the struggling Trojans. 

Show Notes: 

• Blueprint for Winning: The Antithesis of the Sun Belt 

It's App State Hate Week! Enough said. Georgia Southern heads to Boone to take on the No. 20 Mountaineers on Halloween night. Our Eagles are on a three-game winning streak after dominating New Mexico State in a rainy Paulson Stadium. Oh, and it looks like we may have our third-straight game in inclement weather. Hear why Matt and Cody thinks we may have a recipe for a huge upset over another ranked App State team. 

Show Notes: 

• New Mexico State Recap

We bring this episode of GATA Talk to you with a heavy heart. After recording, we found out that freshman offensive lineman Jordan Wiggins died Monday, Oct. 21. This episode is dedicated to you, Jordan. Reeling from the loss of one of their brothers, the Eagles prepare to face the winless Aggies of New Mexico State for homecoming. Matt and Cody recap another close victory that puts us in the hunt for a Sun Belt championship and discuss what it will take to get more Ws against tougher conference opponents in the second half of the season.

Show Notes: 

• Tribute to Jordan Wiggins

We are back with a BIG announcement. GATA Talk has entered a partnership with Eagle Sports Insider, the Georgia Southern affiliate for 247Sports! You'll now be able to find our latest episodes on ESI as well at GATATalk.com and anywhere you listen to podcasts. We'll also be providing some unique content to ESI and facilitating some conversations on their forums. Justin Judy, the head man at ESI, will join the podcast periodically to discuss recruiting news and trends. Oh yeah, we're also previewing a huge home game against Coastal Carolina. Buckle up!

Show Notes: 

• Announcing a Partnership with 247 Sports and Eagle Sports Insider

The season hasn't gone the way anyone wanted, but there's still a lot to play for. Matt and Cody address the 1-3 start and why it's too early to hit the panic button or throw in the towel. They also preview the matchup with South Alabama on a short week and what needs to happen to right the ship against a Jaguars team on a nationally televised Thursday night game.

Show Notes: 

• No Need for Panic: A Message to Eagle Nation

Bring on conference play! Following their bye week, Georgia Southern hosts Louisiana to open Sun Belt Conference play this Saturday in the Prettiest Little Stadium in America. Matt and Cody break down keys to a big win, analyze our offensive struggles to this point and preview the Sun Belt as we enter Week 5 of the college football season.

Show Notes: 

• Baby Watch 2019 (Update: Baby Girl Is Here and Healthy)

Matt and Cody recap the heartbreaking loss to Minnesota in the Twin Cities. As the Eagles reset during their bye week, what did the guys see from the loss to the Golden Gophers that have them encouraged moving into conference play? And what areas still need to be addressed if the Eagles are to accomplish their goal of winning the Sun Belt?

Show Notes: 

• Getting Out to a Fast Start