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The OG Kickoff w/ Connor and Will
Hosted by Will Ogburn · EN
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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7 Chaos Scenarios for 2026, Matt Barrie talks new SEC Nation gig, Leavitt & Mullen
5d ago02:13:02Tap to summarizeIt'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
2w ago01:51:18Tap to summarizeLet'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
3w ago01:07:57Tap to summarizeLet'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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Playoff Predictions! Steve Sarkisian's spicy offseason & Arch Manning's Year 2 w/ Chip Brown
4w ago02:08:37Tap to summarizeIt's Playoff time! Not really. But it is time to discuss what the field will look like in perhaps the last year of the 12-team Playoff. Connor runs through his predictions and bracket for how 2026 will shake out. 247sports' Chip Brown joined the show to discuss all things Texas ahead of a pivotal year for Steve Sarkisian.The guys close with Lad of the Week and an email. Got thoughts? Email us at TheOGKickoff@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2026 All-Bang The Drum Team, Matt Schick talks Colorado issues & Big Ten-SEC
May 2102:11:03Tap to summarizeIt's a fully stacked, drum-worthy pod! The guys discuss the Big Ten not budging with the idea of the 24-team Playoff, and what it means for the future of the sport. They also discuss Connor's 2026 All-Bang The Drum Team, which outlines 1 player from every SEC team who is worthy of going to bat for. ESPN's Matt Schick joined the show to discuss all things Colorado, Nebraska, Big Ten-SEC and much more. The guys close with Lad of the Week and an email. Got thoughts on today's episode? Email us at TheOGKickoff@gmail.com Chapters 0:00 The ridiculous push for an expanded 24-team College Football Playoff. 7:15 Year 6 of the "All-Bang the Drum" Team! Under-the-radar breakout players and hidden gems for Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, LSU, Mississippi State, South Carolina, and Tennessee. 1:28:42 Has Coach Prime Peaked? Matt Schick on Colorado vs. Nebraska's Rebuild 1:50:52 Lad of the Week + Viewer Email Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Ole Miss Hate Week! Kentucky coach Will Stein on play-calling, Oregon & UK's future
May 1401:15:44Tap to summarizeApparently, everyone is taking aim at Ole Miss. The guys dig into the viral Lane Kiffin remarks from the Vanity Fair article, as well as Steve Sarkisian firing a stray at Ole Miss. Kentucky coach Will Stein joined the show and talked about all things play-calling, Oregon, Sissy Cakes, Kentucky's future and more. The guys closed with Lad of the Week. Got a take on today's pod? Email the guys TheOGKickoff@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Drafting the best 2026 games, Geoff Collins on year at SC & defensive trends
May 702:03:43Tap to summarizeIt's Draft Day! The guys are drafting the best games for 2026. Who won the Draft? Former Temple and Georgia Tech coach Geoff Collins joined the show to discuss a variety of topics, including his year on Shane Beamer's staff at South Carolina, defensive trends, his toughest players to coach against, coach fashion and much, much more. The guys close with Lad of the Week and an email from a long-time listener. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The 10 worst contracts in college football for 2026
May 101:47:09Tap to summarizeIt's time to bust out the Iowa notepad ... it's bad contracts time! Connor and Will discuss the 10 worst contracts in college football this season. Who cracked the list? And who was No. 1? The guys break that list down. They close with a call for caffeine-related emails to TheOGKickoff@gmail.com, as well as a question about post-30 birthdays with a family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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SEC Draft Superlatives, Chris Plank talks Oklahoma, Brendan Sorsby ... yikes
Apr 2801:44:33Tap to summarizeJust before the guys started recording, the guys learned that Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby is taking an indefinite leave because of a gambling addiction. The guys discuss that and what it means for Texas Tech, as well as college football as a whole. With the NFL Draft in the books, the guys hand out SEC Superlatives. KREF's Chris Plank joined the show to talk all things Oklahoma. The guys closed with Lad of the Week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The SEC's quiet Round 1, DeBoer's new deal, SDSU associate GM Sam Popper interview
Apr 2401:29:10Tap to summarizeRound 1 of the NFL Draft is in the books! The guys have a recap of a quiet Thursday for the SEC. Plus, they talk about the new Kalen DeBoer deal and what it means for the new Alabama standard. San Diego State associate GM Sam Popper joined the show to discuss his new role and the ins and outs of player evaluation in this era of college football. The guys close with an email with a new SEC tiebreaker simulator! Email us TheOGKickoff@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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