Not many analysts in the midsouth have as much football expertise as Doug Mathews brings to the microphone every Saturday morning. It’s Forklift System’s Football Saturday on 104-5 The Zone. Mathews, best known for his 10 seasons as Running Backs Coach and Defensive Coordinator for the University of Tennessee, tells it like it is and lets you take show where you want to go every weekend. Forklift Systems Football Saturday covers all the big games across the nation, including all the action within the Southeastern Conference. It’s the perfect preview before you catch your favorite team play Saturday afternoon. Featuring long-time college football writer Tony Barnhart and NFL analyst Charles Davis.
CBS Sports national college football writer Dennis Dodd and longtime Knoxville sports radio host Jimmy Hyams join Coach Doug Mathews for a wide-ranging discussion on the state of the game. We break down the Heisman Trophy race—is it just a popularity contest?—and debate whether Travis Hunter or Ashton Jeanty truly deserved the hardware.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Blaudschun and Tony Barnhart stop by to debate the College Football Playoff field. Was Alabama's inclusion justified? Is Notre Dame trying to force its way out of the ACC? We break down the playoff snubs, the Fighting Irish's leverage, and why a 16-team bracket is coming sooner than you think.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another edition of FSFS with Coach Doug Mathews! This week, we dive into the shifting landscape of college football, covering the tradition of the Army-Navy game, the Heisman Trophy race, and the impact of a 9-game SEC schedule. We also tackle the sport’s biggest off-field challenges—from the Michigan scandal and NCAA struggles to the push for collective bargaining—and discuss what a future 16-team playoff expansion could look like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Charles Davis of CBS Sports checks in to preview the College Football Playoff, including the massive Alabama vs. Oklahoma showdown. We discuss the SEC's five-team representation, why Jim Knowles was a home-run hire for Tennessee, and the "blue blood" battle between two freshman quarterbacks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is Joined along with guests Tony Barnhart and Dennis Dodd, honoring the legacy of former SEC Commissioner Roy Kramer, who recently passed away. They describe Kramer as a true "visionary" who fundamentally changed college football by creating the SEC Championship game in 1992 and playing a vital behind-the-scenes role in forming the BCS. The discussion moves to Championship Week, noting Friday night victories for Tulane and James Madison, even as head coaches leave winning Group of Five programs for Power Five jobs. They preview the SEC title game, highlighting the continued dominance of Alabama and Georgia, and anticipate the upcoming announcement of the 12-team playoff field.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome back to another edition of Forklift Systems Football Saturday with your host, Coach Doug Mathews. Today, Coach begins by reflecting on the profound influence of college football visionary Roy Kramer. As we approach the excitement of Championship weekend, the discussion shifts to the seismic changes in athletics—from recent coaching hires and transfer portal dynamics to the challenges teams face preparing for the playoffs. They also highlight the continued significance of the SEC in this new era. Joining the conversation to talk all things college football are Tony Barnhart, Charles Davis, Dennis Dodd, Jimmy Hyams, and Mark Blaudschun.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Jimmy Hyams to talk various aspects of college football, focusing on National Signing Day, the impact of the transfer portal, coaching changes, the influence of boosters, and the legal implications of NIL contracts. The speakers discuss the significance of recruiting classes, the necessity of utilizing the transfer portal, and the evolving landscape of college football influenced by financial factors and legal agreements.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Mark Blaudschun to talk the speakers discuss the current landscape of college football, focusing on playoff predictions, the performance of teams like Notre Dame, Miami, and Alabama, and the implications of conference championships on playoff eligibility. They analyze the potential outcomes of upcoming games and the impact of rankings on team selections for the playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach and Tony are joined by Charles Davis of CBS Sports to reflects on the legacy of Coach Kramer, discussing his impact on college football and the personal stories shared by those who knew him. reminiscing about their experiences, the evolution of the game, and the significance of rivalries and fan engagement. They also make predictions for upcoming games, particularly focusing on Indiana's potential upset against Ohio State, while honoring the memory of Coach Kramer and his contributions to the sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dennis Dodd Rejoins coach to further talk about the the impact of Roy Kramer on college football, the coaching changes at Penn State and Iowa State, the rise of Texas Tech, and the complexities of college football recruiting and playoff selection. The speakers discuss the significance of coaching legacies, the influence of NIL deals, and the challenges faced by programs in the current landscape of college football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another edition of FSFS with Coach Doug Mathews! We head into rivalry weekend of CFB as the playoff race ramps up and preview everything for this Saturday slate of games! Coach is joined by Tony Barnhart, Charles Davis, Dennis Dodd, Jimmy Hyams, and Mark Blaudschun to talk all things college football!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Mark Blaudschun to talk Notre Dame and Miami's playoff chances and the ACC Championship scenarios!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Jimmy Hyams to talk all things SEC Football on rivalry weekend and preview Tennessee vs. Vanderbilt!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports to talk all things CFB on rivalry weekend! Dennis talks about the head coaching carousel, big matchups today, and potential College Football Playoff scenarios!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach and Tony are joined by Charles Davis of CBS Sports to talk all things College Football heading into Rivalry Saturday as well as the never-ending Lane Kiffin saga!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Tony Barnhart to talk all things College Football for rivalry weekend as well as the SEC championship scenarios and Georgia's win over Georgia Tech!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Jimmy Hyams discussing the historical rivalry between Tennessee and Florida, focusing on Tennessee's struggles in road games against Florida. It highlights the long losing streak and the peculiar circumstances surrounding their matchups, including Florida's ability to perform well despite having losing seasons and coaching changes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another edition of Forklift Systems Football Saturday with Coach Doug Mathews! Coach recaps college football's Week 12 and previews exciting Week 13 storylines alongside guests Tom Ritter, Tony Barnhart , Charles Davis, Mark Blaudschun and Jimmy Hyams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Mark Blaudschun to talk about the to talk about the top storylines in the college football game, heading into Week 13! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Charles Davis of CBS Sports to talk the latest on the Baltimore Ravens, the intricacies of college football polls, and the evolving landscape of national championshipsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Former SEC Referee Tom Ritter And Tony Barnhart to talk about the top storylines as they are related to officiating in the college football game, heading into Week 13!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another edition of Forklift Systems Football Saturday with Coach Doug Mathews! Coach recaps college football's Week 11 and previews exciting Week 12 storylines alongside guests Dennis Dodd, Jimmy Hyams, Mark Blaudschun, Charles Davis And Tom Ritter! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Jimmy Hyams discussing coaching controversies, the state of the Tennessee Volunteers, and the career decision facing Ole Miss Coach Lane Kiffin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports breaking down the confusing scenarios of the 12-team College Football Playoff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Charles Davis of CBS Sports to talk the top storylines in College Football heading into Week 12See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Mark Blaudschun to talk about the top storylines in the college football game, heading into Week 12!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Jimmy Hyams to explore the current state of the SEC in college football, discussing its potential to secure multiple playoff spots and the perceptions surrounding its performance this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Charles Davis of CBS Sports to talk the top storylines in College Football heading into Week 11See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports to talk all the top College Football storylines heading into Week 11 as well as a deeper dive into the Big 12.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Former SEC Referee Tom Ritter And Mark Blaudschun to talk about the top storylines as they are related to officiating in the college football game, heading into Week 11!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another edition of Forklift Systems Football Saturday with Coach Doug Mathews! Coach recaps college football's Week 10 and previews exciting Week 11 storylines alongside guests Dennis Dodd, Jimmy Hyams, Mark Blaudschun, Charles Davis And Tom Ritter! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Former SEC Referee Tom Ritter to talk about the top storylines as they are related to officiating in the college football game, heading into Week 11!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Mark Blaudschun to talk Big Ten storylines and key games heading into Week 11 and talks about the current state of the Big Ten Conference, highlighting the disparity in team performance, particularly focusing on the underperforming teams like UCLA and Rutgers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Jimmy Hyams highlights the impressive performance of Texas A&M's offense and the coaching success of Lane Kiffin at Ole Miss, emphasizing their potential in the college football landscape. And the top SEC storylines heading into Week 11See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Charles Davis and Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports to talk the top storylines in College Football heading into Week 11See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another edition of Forklift Systems Football Saturday with Coach Doug Mathews! Coach recaps college football's Week 10 and previews exciting Week 11 storylines alongside guests Dennis Dodd, Jimmy Hyams, Mark Blaudschun, Charles Davis And Tom Ritter! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Mark Blaudschun to talk Big Ten storylines and key games heading into Week 9 as well as Notre Dame and Miami!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Jimmy Hyams to talk the top SEC storylines heading into Week 9See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports to talk all the top College Football storylines heading into Week 9 as well as a deeper dive into the Big 12.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another edition of Forklift Systems Football Saturday with Coach Doug Mathews! Coach recaps college football's Week 8 and previews exciting Week 9 storylines alongside guests Tony Barnhart, Dennis Dodd, Jimmy Hyams, Mark Blaudschun, And Charles Davis! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Charles Davis of CBS Sports to talk the top storylines in College Football heading into Week 9See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another edition of Forklift Systems Football Saturday with Coach Doug Mathews! Coach recaps college football's Week 7 and previews exciting Week 8 storylines alongside guests Tony Barnhart, Dennis Dodd, Jimmy Hyams, Mark Blaudschun, and Tom Ritter!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Jimmy Hyams to talk the top SEC storylines heading into Week 8 and preview Tenn Vs Alabama See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Mark Blaudschun to talk Big Ten storylines and key games heading into Week 8 as well as Notre Dame and Miami!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports to talk all the top College Football storylines heading into Week 8 as well as a deeper dive into the Big 12.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by former SEC Football Referee Tom Ritter to discuss some of the top recent calls in college football games!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another edition of Forklift Systems Football Saturday with Coach Doug Mathews! Coach recaps college football's Week 6 and previews exciting Week 7 storylines alongside guests Tony Barnhart, Dennis Dodd, Jimmy Hyams, Mark Blaudschun, Charles Davis, and Tom Ritter!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by former SEC Football Referee Tom Ritter to discuss some of the top recent calls in college football games!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Mark Blaudschun to talk Big Ten storylines and key games heading into Week 7 as well as Notre Dame and Miami!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports to talk all the top College Football storylines heading into Week 7 as well as a deeper dive into the Big 12.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach is joined by Jimmy Hyams to talk the top SEC storylines heading into Week 7!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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