Kyler Murray, quarterback at the University of Oklahoma, captures the 2018 Heisman Trophy.  Niagara Falls is an amazing place beyond the Mason-Dixon Line; and Jerry Short has traveled back there for his first December visit.  And the Permian Basin of West Texas has even more value after a new report details the region's oil and gas resources.

The Oak Ridge Boys perform "Amazing Grace" at the Houston funeral of President George H.W. Bush.  Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry ties the NFL record for longest touchdown run with a 99-yard scamper Thursday night against Jacksonville.  General Gridiron predicts the first batch of bowl contests.  Plus, we discuss shrimp and grits...and collard greens.

Southern authors release books for early 2019.  Kirby Smart and Will Muschamp answer questions about Georgia being left at the College Football Playoff altar.  We outline the 11 SEC teams that are going to a bowl.  Plus, cities and attractions across the region have Christmas fun throughout December.

Jake Owen holds a No. 1 party for "I Was Jack (You Were Diane)."  Preshias Harris has the details, as well as info on the "New Faces" concert coming in February.  ACC insider Jonathan Leifheit shares thoughts on former Clemson quarterback Kelly Bryant's decision to play at Missouri.  Plus, the officiant at today's funeral for President George H.W. Bush has an Alabama connection.

Turducken tips from the "Barrister of Bodacious Barbecue" Matt Heermans.  We also get the Southern's cook's expert take on the College Football Playoff selections.  The nation's 44th Vice President Dan Quayle talks about his old boss, President George H.W. Bush.  And a large alligator has been spotted on Kentucky's western border.