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The OG Kickoff w/ Connor O'Gara and Will Ogburn
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Connor O'Gara and Will Ogburn return to the mic for The OG Kickoff - your new home for authentic SEC football talk.
We’re bringing you the same chemistry and hard-hitting coverage you’ve followed for years, straight from the source. From the latest news and biggest stories to the game's most interesting players and coaches, we cover the conference with the depth of insiders and the passion of fans.
365 days a year, we talk about the past present and future of the SEC in a way that nobody else does.
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Can Kalen DeBoer Escape Nick Saban’s Shadow at Alabama? | The OG Kickoff
Today01:26:32Summary readyCan 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. The OG Kickoff is presented by Culver’s. 00:00 – The OG Kickoff begins01:43 – Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama standard04:14 – Can DeBoer escape Nick Saban’s shadow?08:03 – Ryan Williams and Alabama’s All-America candidates13:31 – John Sumrall brings new energy to Florida17:06 – Matt Flynn joins The OG Kickoff24:00 – Flynn remembers the legendary 2007 LSU-Auburn finish30:00 – Lane Kiffin, LSU and the chaos of college football37:41 – Florida builds its offense around Jaden Baugh42:22 – Josh Pate joins the show51:00 – Which preseason contender could collapse?57:00 – Josh Pate predicts the SEC Championship Game01:01:01 – Jordan Rodgers joins The OG Kickoff01:07:00 – How Rodgers evaluates quarterback mechanics01:14:00 – Jordan Rodgers discusses fatherhood01:20:08 – Day 3 sign-off and Day 4 preview #SEC #CollegeFootball #AlabamaFootball #FloridaGators #SECMediaDays SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The OG Kickoff | SEC Media Day 2 with Billy Liucci, Trey Wallace & Tony Barnhart
Yesterday01:03:11Summary readyCan 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 The OG Kickoff’s SEC Media Days coverage is presented by Culver’s. 👍 Like the video if you enjoy in-depth SEC football discussion. 🔔 Subscribe to The Next Round for more college football interviews, analysis and daily coverage from around the SEC. #TexasAMFootball #MikeElko #MarcelReed #GeorgiaFootball #KirbySmart #SECFootball #SECMediaDays #CollegeFootball #CFBPlayoff #TheOGKickoff #TheNextRound SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryLive from SEC Media Days! Frustrated Greg Sankey & Ahmad Hardy update
2d ago00:56:30Summary readyThe 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 TheOGKickoff@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The 7 SEC upsets that'll define 2026, Gene Chizik talks 2010 Auburn & life lately
1w ago01:52:28Summary readyIt'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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ranking SEC coaches, Ben Garrett talks viral Lane Kiffin moment & 2026 Ole Miss
2w ago02:08:12Summary readyIt'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 TheOGKickoff@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Drafting SEC WRs for 2026, Roddy Jones talks ACC, Buster Faulkner & career
3w ago02:05:07Summary readyIt'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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Who is having the worst time in the 2020s? Polarizing A&M with Tony Catalina
4w ago02:09:24Summary readyIt's a question that we in college football need to ask more often — who is having the worst time in the 2020s? Connor and Will dig into roughly a dozen teams and make the arguments for who is in the lead for "Dud of the Decade" status. 247sports' Tony Catalina joined the show to discuss all things Texas A&M ahead of Year 3 for Mike Elko. The guys close with Lad of the Week! Got thoughts on this episode? Email us at TheOGKickoff@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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7 Chaos Scenarios for 2026, Matt Barrie talks new SEC Nation gig, Leavitt & Mullen
Jun 1802:13:02Summary readyIt's a stacked episode of The OG Kickoff. We finally got a resolution on the Brendan Sosrby saga. The guys discuss that, as well as 7 Chaos Scenarios for the 2026 season. What would send the college football world into a frenzy? ESPN's Matt Barrie joined the show to discuss his new SEC Nation hosting gig, Sam Leavitt expectations, the Big Ten-SEC debate, Dan Mullen and much more. The guys close with Lad of the Week and a promo for the new Connor O'Gara Show. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - We Bullied Brendan Sorsby Out of College Football 02:44 - Does Sorsby Have an NFL Supplemental Draft Future? 06:48 - 2026 Chaos Scenarios: The Ground Rules 12:27 - #1: Will Hammond Balls Out for Texas Tech 19:30 - #2: Sam Leavitt Makes LSU a Real Contender 24:32 - #3: Marcus Freeman Wins It All, Then Bolts for the NFL 36:18 - #4: A Fourth Straight Big Ten National Champ 41:16 - #5: A First-Year SEC Coach Crashes Atlanta 47:26 - #6: A 6-6 Year Puts Josh Heupel on the Hot Seat 55:53 - #7: "Arch Madness" — Arch Manning Becomes The Guy 1:03:35 - Bonus Chaos: Pete Golding, Oxford Hotels & "Is Clemson Back?" 1:10:08 - Matt Barrie on Taking Over SEC Nation for Laura Rutledge 1:28:06 - Sam Leavitt to LSU & Arizona State's Roster Drain 1:33:30 - Best Jobs in CFB + The SEC vs. Big Ten Debate 1:54:07 - Lad of the Week: Falling in Love With the Knicks 2:02:22 - World Cup Fever: Team USA & Messi 2:05:44 - New Friday Show + Sign-Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Drafting coaches who'll be fired & the Brendan Sorsby mess w/ Shehan Jeyarajah
Jun 1101:51:18Summary readyLet's talk fired coaches. Or rather, coaches who WILL be fired. Connor and Will draft Power Conference coaches that they think will be fired. Who makes the cut? Who had the better draft? CBS Sports' Shehan Jeyarajah joined the show to break down the stunning Brendan Sorsby ruling and the fallout across college football. The guys closed with Lad of the Week! Got thoughts on this episode? Email us at TheOGKickoff@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The 2014 time capsule, David Hale talks sinking Sankey & Miami's ACC to lose
Jun 401:07:57Summary readyLet's go back in time. A simpler time, in fact. Back when the first year of the College Football Playoff was all the rage and hope was everywhere. Connor traveled back in time to 2014 to tell/warn a person from 2014 what awaits in 2026. ESPN's David Hale joined the show to discuss all things SEC Spring Meetings and why Greg Sankey's power position has shifted, as well as the Miami-or-bust notion for the ACC. Connor closed with a recap of his eventful weekend in Indianapolis in Lad of the Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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