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September 25, 2024Bonus Episode: Ben Moore of PantherTalk.com Joins the Show!
Eagle Nation, it's been a long time coming! After a week of online controversy leading into rivalry week versus Georgia State, the Panthers biggest advocate and personality accepted an open invite to come on GATA Talk. Ben Moore of 247 Sports and PantherTalk.com discusses the major differences between Georgia Southern and Georgia State, the state of the rivalry, the new official name, thoughts on Saturday's game and the stereotypes that need to be broken among both schools. He also discusses recent tailgating changes in Atlanta and what Georgia Southern fans need to know if they plan on attending the game.
Show Notes:
No Room for Bigotry on Either Side of Rivalry
Stay Off of Recruits' Social Media Posts Other Than Commitments to Your School!
Breaking Down GS-GS Altercation in 2022
New Name of Rivalry: Does It Matter?
Names of Stadiums: Acceptable to Call it Turner Field?
Ben’s Thoughts on the Upcoming Game
What Happened with GT, Chattanooga and Vandy?
What to Expect from Dell McGee
Game Day Tips and Tricks for Georgia State Home Games
1 hr 37 min
September 24, 2024S7 Ep9: Ole Miss Recap and Georgia State Preview
As expected, Georgia Southern suffered its second loss of the season last week, this time at the hands of a top five Ole Miss Rebels team. Now, with the out-of-conference schedule in the books and the Eagles at 2-2 on the season, the Sun Belt Conference race begins this Saturday in Atlanta as Georgia Southern takes on rival Georgia State. Now known as the Georgia Grown Bowl, will the Eagles rise to the occasion and bring a win and a new rivalry trophy back to Statesboro?
Show Notes:
Ole Miss Went As Expected
Eagles Dominated Up Front on Both Sides
French, Gilmore and Chance Gamble All Bright Spots for GS
Sun Belt 2.0 Preview Now that (Most) OOC Games Are Done
Georgia State Gets Extra Week to Prepare and Hasn't Left Atlanta
'Modern Day Hate' Is No More, Apparently
State Brings Balanced Attack, Will Look to Establish the Run
Our Offense Should Be Able to Score, But How Will the Defense Fare?
Georgia State Tends to Suck the Fun Out of Everything
1 hr 12 min
September 17, 2024S7 Ep8: South Carolina State Recap & Ole Miss Preview
Georgia Southern improved to 2-1 on the young season with a 42-14 win over the South Carolina State Bulldogs last Saturday in Paulson. Now, the Eagles gear up for their final out-of-conference game of the season, and what will likely be their tallest task as they take on an Ole Miss team that has outscored opponents 168-9 in the first three games of the season.
Show Notes:
The Defense Is What It Is: We Must Outscore Teams
Offense Was Solid, But Were All or Nothing at Times
Something Is Off with Jalen White
Shouldn’t Risk Hurting French Up Big Against an FCS Team
Should We Start OJ Arnold Against Ole Miss?
Ole Miss Preview: Tall Task for Eagles
4 Keys That Must Happen for It to Be Close Against Rebels
Need to Come Out of Oxford Injury Free
1 hr 15 min
September 09, 2024S7 Ep7: Nevada Recap and South Carolina State Preview
The Eagles pulled out a close one in Reno with a 20-17 win over Nevada to improve to 1-1 on the young season. Now, Georgia Southern returns home for a tune up game against the FCS South Carolina State Bulldogs. Matt and Cody break down the good and bad on offense and defense, the bright spot of special teams, and what we'd like to see in a must-win game against South Carolina State in Paulson.
Show Notes:
Special Teams the Bright Spot in Reno
Defense Struggles Early, Then Bends but Doesn’t Break
Offense Goes Cold in Second Half
Concerns with Run Game and Play Calling?
Too Many Costly Penalties
South Carolina State Preview: Bulldogs Should be Overmatched
Eagles Need to Smooth Out Run Blocking and Execution This Saturday
1 hr 15 min
September 03, 2024S7 Ep6: Boise State Loss and Nevada Preview
The Boise State Broncos stampeded into Paulson Stadium, putting up over 650 yards of total offense in a 56-45 win over Georgia Southern in the season opener. Matt and Cody discuss what went wrong with the Eagles defense and why they looked so inept, especially rush defense. The guys also preview a Nevada team that will provide a big test on the road and critique the Georgia Southern fan base, specifically those still living in the 80s and 90s eras of Eagles football.
Show Notes:
Broncos Run on Eagles at Will
Defensive Front Seven Needs a Lot of Work
Bad Start to ‘Top 25 Defense’ Claim by Helton
Don’t Panic: The Hype Around Boise and Jeanty Is Real
Secondary Played Decent Other Than One Drive
JC French’s Grade In Debut at QB1
Offense Was Forced to Be One Dimensional
Lot of Options at Wide Receiver
Aplin Did an Excellent Job with Offensive Play Calling
Key Criticism of Offense? Ball Security
Kicking Was Limited But Solid
Nevada Preview: Much Tougher Test Than Originally Thought
Wolfpack Isn’t Boise, But They’ll Test Our Rush Defense
Eagles Have to Find a Way to Win on the Road
Cody Calls Out the ‘Old Guard’ and Unrealistic Expectations
Doing More with Less Doesn’t Exist in FBS Football
Game Day Experience: SXC, Ribbon Board and HEAT
1 hr 50 min
August 27, 2024S7 Ep5: Georgia Southern vs. Boise State Preview
It's finally game week, and it's time for our first opponent preview of 2024! Matt and Cody discuss the QB1 decisions for both Georgia Southern and Boise State, and preview the Broncos' elite running back, experienced defense, their game manager at quarterback and their young and inexperienced head coach. What will it take for the Eagles to pull off the upset as home underdogs? Find out on this jam-packed episode!
Show Notes:
GATA Talk Meet-and-Greet Coming This Saturday!
QB1 Decision: We (and many others) Were Wrong
Boise Goes with 5-10 Game Manager Over Former 5-Star
Boise State’s RB Is the Real Deal
WR: Many New Faces at Wideout for the Broncos
Defense: Front Seven Strong, Secondary Questionable
Special Teams Could be the Difference in Boise’s Favor
Coaches: Can a Young Head Coach Keep the Magic Alive?
Outcome Likely to Be Razor Thin
Atmosphere: Sellouts and Student Crowds on Holiday Weekend?
Send Us Your Tailgate Info!
1 hr 37 min
August 20, 2024S7 Ep4: Georgia Southern Football 2024 Season Expectations
It's the episode Eagle Nation has been waiting for — season expectations! How many games will Georgia Southern win in 2024? What's the ceiling? What's the floor? Matt and Cody break down the recent scrimmages, the schedule game-by-game, and the Sun Belt East and West in this jam-packed episode!
Show Notes:
Two Scrimmages in the Books: Thoughts?
QB1 Battle: Now a Two-Person Race?
What Will Being ‘More Balanced’ Look Like?
Sun Belt East Preview: Wide Open with Parity
Sun Belt West Preview: Texas State’s to Lose?
24th Hardest Schedule: Absolutely Brutal Start to Finish
Expectations: Matt and Cody’s Floor and Ceiling
Do Bowl Games Matter in the Group of Five?
Our Reality: Future Schedules Won’t Be Any Easier
How Will Results Play Into 2025 Expectations?
2 hr 26 min
August 13, 2024S7 Ep3: Georgia Southern 2024 Season Preview - Offense
Part 2 of our Georgia Southern football preview is here, and we're talking about the offense! Matt and Cody discuss what the offense may look like under new Offensive Coordinator Ryan Aplin, what the run-pass ration may be with a young quarterback and who that QB1 might be. Can the offense surpass 2023 numbers? Who will replace Khaleb Hood as the top wide receiver? Will tight ends and running back be utilized more? And will a revamped offensive line with a new coach give up less sacks than a year ago? We'll answer all this, and more!
Show Notes:
Offense by the Numbers: Better or Worse Than 2022?
How Many Turnovers Is Too Many?
Scaling Down Passing Expectations for Young QB
O-Line Has Experience and Depth, & New Coach
Tight Ends Need to Be Utilized More
Receiving Core Is Filled with Weapons
Running Back Room May be Most Talented Ever
Who Is Going to be the Quarterback?
Weighing the Options at QB
Wrinkles in the Eagles Offense Under Aplin
Great to Have Choice, Depth and Longevity at QB
Tyler Budge: The Future at Quarterback?
QB1 Needs to be a Strong Leader, Not Just Talented
Final Thoughts on Georgia Southern's Offense
1 hr 45 min
August 06, 2024S7 Ep2: Georgia Southern 2024 Season Preview - Defense & Special Teams
We're just weeks away from the start of the 2024 Georgia Southern football season. We kick off our four part Season Preview by breaking down the Eagles' defense and special teams. Head Coach Clay Helton had some high praise for this year's defense. Can they truly be a top 30 or even top 25 defense? What about special teams? A new kicker and new punt returner could have an immediate impact - positive or negative - on how this season goes for the Eagles.
Show Notes:
Bold Claims About Defense at Media Days
What Would It Take to Be a Top 30 Defense?
D-Line: Best Position Group on Defense?
Who Will Carry Linebackers Other Than Watson-Trent
Secondary Needs Big Leap Forward for D to Dominate
Biggest Threats from Opposing Offenses
Special Teams: Question Mark at Kicker
Smith Returns as Punter
Even Without Hood, Returners Should Be Solid
Long-Snapper: Yes, We Discuss the Long-Snapper
Final Thoughts About Defense
1 hr 8 min
July 02, 2024S7 Ep1: Georgia Southern Football Offseason Recap
After our usual hiatus and ghosting after another embarrassing bowl loss to a MAC team, GATA Talk is back baby! Matt and Cody go through all the major storylines of a very eventful offseason for Georgia Southern football, complete with coaching changes, record donations, a fresh crop of transfers, and more.
Show Notes:
Apologies, Not Excuses, for Hiatus
Field Naming Rights Controversy
‘Adapt of Die’ Mentality
New OC: Blessing in Disguise?
O-Line Coach: Biggest Move of the Offseason?
QB Development Is a BIG Need
Under-the-Radar Coaching Hires
Position Group We’re Most Excited About
Coaching Carousel: Dell McGee Back in the Sun Belt
4 p.m. Kickoff for Boise: Advantage?
Little Bit of Baseball Banter
Tease for Season Expectations
1 hr 44 min

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GATA Talk is a podcast dedicated to all things Georgia Southern Eagles football. Hosted by Georgia Southern University alums Matt Mauney and Cody Anderson, GATA Talk will give you weekly insight into…