The fall camp hype train is off and running! The guys discuss all the SEC players who have garnered that type of buzz, and whether any of it actually matters. The Indianapolis Star's Zach Osterman joined the show to discuss IU's title run for the ages that he chronicled in his new book "Unthinkable to Unstoppable," and what we should make of Curt Cignetti's place in the sport, as well as some Auburn talk with a tortured Tigers fan. The guys close with Lad of the Week. Got thoughts on today's episode? Email us at [email protected].

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It's our FINAL Draft of the season. We've got a good one. Connor and Will pick Playoff teams and assign one point for each round that a team advances. Who should be picked No. 1 overall? The guys discuss paths and how that could break down in what could be the last year of the 12-team Playoff. CBS Sports' Brad Crawford joins the guys to talk all things preseason Top 25, Shane Beamer's pivotal year, Will Muschamp at Texas and much more. The guys close with Lad of the Week and an email. Got thoughts on today's episode? Email us at [email protected]!

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The OG Kickoff is back with one more It Just Meant More episode before fall camp, and it's a big one: No. 6 Tennessee's 52-49 win over No. 3 Alabama on the Third Saturday in October in 2022. Connor and Will rewatch the game that snapped a 15-game losing streak to the Tide, ended the "decade of dysfunction" in Knoxville, and sent Neyland Stadium into a cloud of cigar smoke with Dixieland Delight blaring.

We get into why 2022 was the last true old guard season of college football, the biggest moment at Neyland since 1998, Hendon Hooker's masterpiece against Bryce Young and Jahmyr Gibbs, Henry To'o To'o's complicated legacy, angry Nick Saban, the Chase McGrath knuckleball that lifted the curse, and whether that season was a missed opportunity for Tennessee or the one that got away from Alabama.

This is the last rewatch of the offseason. Real football talk is coming soon, with two pods a week on the way.

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Did Lane Kiffin just deliver the strangest press conference in SEC Media Days history?

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Can Kalen DeBoer meet Alabama’s national championship standard—and escape the enormous shadow of Nick Saban?

The OG Kickoff continues its live coverage from Day 3 of SEC Media Days in Tampa, breaking down everything we heard from the Alabama Crimson Tide and Florida Gators. The crew also welcomes former LSU and NFL quarterback Matt Flynn, college football analyst Josh Pate and former Vanderbilt quarterback Jordan Rodgers for three wide-ranging conversations about the SEC and the upcoming college football season.

Alabama enters the season with more uncertainty than usual. Kalen DeBoer faces national championship expectations, the Crimson Tide still has a quarterback competition featuring Austin Mack and Keelon Russell, and 19-year-old wide receiver Ryan Williams must become the leader of a rebuilt offense. Can DeBoer establish his own identity while Nick Saban remains one of the most influential figures in college football?

The conversation then shifts to Gainesville, where new Florida head coach John Sumrall is bringing energy, toughness and brutal honesty to the Gators. The crew discusses Sumrall’s criticism of Florida’s offensive line, his plans to build around star running back Jaden Baugh and why his personality could be exactly what Florida football needs.

Matt Flynn revisits his record-setting performance with the Green Bay Packers, the unforgettable ending of the 2007 LSU-Auburn game and a hilarious encounter with former Auburn defensive coordinator Will Muschamp. Flynn also shares his thoughts on Lane Kiffin at LSU, the transfer portal, NIL and why the current structure of college football makes coaching less appealing.

Josh Pate explains why the joy of college football Saturdays remains untouched by the sport’s off-field chaos. He also identifies teams capable of unexpectedly collapsing and predicts a Texas vs. Georgia SEC Championship Game, with the Longhorns winning the conference.

Finally, Jordan Rodgers breaks down quarterback mechanics, discusses where he would play if he were a highly recruited quarterback today and shares a personal story about the challenges—and unforgettable lessons—of becoming a father.

Who wins the SEC this season? Can Kalen DeBoer deliver another national championship to Alabama? Is John Sumrall the coach who finally gets Florida back into contention?

Leave your predictions in the comments, like the video and subscribe to The Next Round for more SEC football analysis, exclusive interviews and live coverage from SEC Media Days.

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00:00 – The OG Kickoff begins
01:43 – Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama standard
04:14 – Can DeBoer escape Nick Saban’s shadow?
08:03 – Ryan Williams and Alabama’s All-America candidates
13:31 – John Sumrall brings new energy to Florida
17:06 – Matt Flynn joins The OG Kickoff
24:00 – Flynn remembers the legendary 2007 LSU-Auburn finish
30:00 – Lane Kiffin, LSU and the chaos of college football
37:41 – Florida builds its offense around Jaden Baugh
42:22 – Josh Pate joins the show
51:00 – Which preseason contender could collapse?
57:00 – Josh Pate predicts the SEC Championship Game
01:01:01 – Jordan Rodgers joins The OG Kickoff
01:07:00 – How Rodgers evaluates quarterback mechanics
01:14:00 – Jordan Rodgers discusses fatherhood
01:20:08 – Day 3 sign-off and Day 4 preview

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Can Mike Elko turn Texas A&M into a legitimate national championship contender? On this SEC Media Days edition of The OG Kickoff, Connor O’Gara and the crew break down the Aggies’ rapid rise, Marcel Reed’s development, Georgia’s offensive concerns and major athletic department news involving Michigan, Tennessee and Alabama.

Billy Liucci of TexAgs joins the show to discuss Mike Elko’s impressive start at Texas A&M, the Aggies’ College Football Playoff breakthrough and whether the program is ready to compete for a national championship. Liucci also evaluates offensive coordinator Collin Klein, quarterback Marcel Reed and the importance of Texas A&M developing a dominant rushing attack.

Is this the year Texas A&M finishes the job—or is next season the true championship window in College Station?

Trey Wallace of OutKick joins the conversation to examine the uncertainty surrounding Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel and the potential candidates Michigan could pursue. Could Tennessee athletic director Danny White or Alabama athletic director Greg Byrne become a target? Wallace explains how an athletic director’s departure can create major ripple effects for coaches such as Josh Heupel and Kalen DeBoer.

The discussion then turns to Kirby Smart’s defense of Georgia offensive coordinator Mike Bobo. Despite Bobo becoming a Broyles Award finalist, the Bulldogs struggled to consistently create explosive passing plays. Can Georgia improve its downfield offense enough to win another national championship?

Legendary college football reporter Tony Barnhart—“Mr. College Football”—also joins the show to share stories from his 50 years covering the SEC. Barnhart discusses Herschel Walker, Bo Jackson, Vince Dooley, the famous Skywriters Tour and his upcoming book chronicling the history and unforgettable personalities of SEC football.

Connor and the crew close the show with their reactions to Auburn head coach Alex Golesh and quarterback Byrum Brown, including why Brown made such a strong impression at SEC Media Days.

Topics include:

🏈 Texas A&M’s national championship timeline

🏈 Mike Elko’s success in College Station

🏈 Marcel Reed and the Aggies’ offense

🏈 Collin Klein’s offensive system

🏈 Michigan’s athletic director situation

🏈 Could Michigan target Danny White or Greg Byrne?

🏈 Josh Heupel and Kalen DeBoer’s futures

🏈 Kirby Smart’s defense of Mike Bobo

🏈 Georgia’s lack of explosive passing plays

🏈 Tony Barnhart’s greatest SEC memories

🏈 Herschel Walker vs. Bo Jackson

🏈 Alex Golesh and Byrum Brown at Auburn

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The OG Kickoff guys are live from SEC Media Days. It's a loaded Day 1 from SEC Media Days with takeaways from Greg Sankey, an update on Mizzou star Ahmad Hardy and the conference strength of schedule discussion. Brooks Austin and JD Pickell joined the show to discuss everything from quarterbacks, play-calling duties, caffeine pills and much more (including a brief power outage). Got thoughts on today's episode? Email us at [email protected].

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It's a loaded episode of The OG Kickoff. With it being talkin' SZN, Connor outlined his 7 upsets that'll define the 2026 season. Who can pull off a stunner? And what will that mean for the Playoff picture? National championship-winning coach and current SEC Network analyst Gene Chizik joined the show to discuss his life lately, the 2010 Auburn team, modern offenses, and much more. The guys close with Home Run Derby love in Lad of the Week.

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It's rankings SZN! Connor and Will ranked SEC head coaches. Who were they furthest apart on? Did they agree at the top? And who were they surprisingly low on? The guys discuss that and how that list could change after 2026. On3's Ben Garrett joined the show to discuss his viral Lane Kiffin moment, Pete Golding and what Ole Miss will look like in 2026. The guys close with Lad of the Week! Got thoughts on today's episode? Email us at [email protected].

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It's Draft Day! Connor and Will are drafting SEC wide receivers. Who should be taken No. 1 overall? And who didn't make the cut? The guys debate that. ESPN's Roddy Jones joined the show to discuss Arch Manning, the Buster Faulkner offense, his career and much more. The guys close with Lad of the Week!

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