In this bonus episode of Row Sixty, we take a trip down memory lane with former UGA linebacker and team captain Ryne Rankin. Ryne reflects on his recruitment journey, special teams legacy, and what it was really like inside the locker room during the pivotal 2015 season. We cover everything from wild SEC environments to the infamous Alabama game, the transition from Richt to Kirby, and how Ryne's experience as a D1 athlete shaped who he is today. Plus, we dive into his current life as a firefighter, hog hunter, and proud UGA ambassador. This is one of our favorite interviews ever—raw, funny, and full of insight. We hope you enjoy this episode, and as always, GO DAWGS!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:54 - Meet Ryne Rankin

00:05:06 - "The Closer"

00:06:14 - Recruitment

00:11:27 - Choosing Georgia

00:13:10 - NIL Then vs Now

00:20:08 - 2015 Season

00:26:01 - Making Spurrier Quit

00:27:34 - Playing in Sanford

00:29:51 - Special Teams

00:32:12 - Team Captain

00:37:10 - Bama Beatdown

00:42:38 - Infamous Holding Call

00:46:00 - Tennessee Game

00:50:42 - Rowdy Environment

00:54:54 - Fight

00:58:50 - GSU & GT

01:02:13 - Mark Richt Legacy

01:04:25 - The Kirby Era

01:09:00 - Lightning Round

01:17:37 - 2025

01:22:52 - Coaching

01:29:45 - Firefighting

01:37:02 - Love Talking Ball!

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