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Southern Sports Today presents the Chuck Oliver Show

680 The Fan


    • Jan 27, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
    • daily NEW EPISODES
    • 43m AVG DURATION
    • 3,143 EPISODES

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    The Southern Sports Today podcast is undeniably the single greatest college football podcast out there. With an outstanding daily, year-round digest of what's happening in the sport, it is an absolute must-listen for any college football fan, especially those in the southeast. Hosted by Chuck and featuring insightful guests like Travis Reier, this podcast provides a comprehensive and engaging analysis of all things college football.

    One of the best aspects of The Southern Sports Today podcast is its dedication to providing daily coverage of college football. Whether it's offseason updates, game previews, or post-game analysis, this podcast ensures that fans stay informed and engaged throughout the year. The hosts and guests bring extensive knowledge and expertise to every episode, discussing everything from players and coaches to business and history. Furthermore, their strong focus on the SEC conference allows fans in that region to get a closer look at the teams they support.

    While The Southern Sports Today podcast has numerous strengths, there are some aspects that could be improved upon. Some listeners have noted that there is a bias towards certain teams, particularly the University of Georgia (UGA). While it may not bother everyone, those who are not UGA fans may feel that there is an excessive amount of coverage given to this team. However, despite this minor flaw, the overall quality and depth of analysis provided by Chuck and his guests make up for any potential biases.

    In conclusion, The Southern Sports Today podcast is a must-listen for any college football fan looking for comprehensive coverage throughout the year. While there may be some minor biases towards certain teams like UGA, the overall quality of analysis and breadth of topics covered make it one of the best college football podcasts available. Whether you're interested in game previews or deeper insights into players and coaches, this podcast delivers it all with enthusiasm and expertise. Don't miss out on this exceptional source of college football content!



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    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-27 TUESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 43:35


    Chuck and Heath discuss Duke settling their lawsuit with Darian Mensah and the potential fallout. Jake Wimberly of ESPN 105.9 The Zone in Central Mississippi looks at multiple topics with Mississippi State and Ole Miss. Clint Lamb of Cover Crimson analyzes Alabama changing offensive line coaches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-27 TUESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 43:34


    Chuck reacts to the ACC Championship game moving to the noon slot on Championship Saturday. Chuck and Heath discuss possible changes to the targeting rule. Dave Bartoo of CFB Matrix joins for his weekly visit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-26 MONDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 43:31


    Chuck kicks off hour 2 looking at the Dabo-Ole Miss situation with Will Vandervort from The Clemson Insider, and other CFB topics. We then look at what’s happening in Oklahoma with Parker Thune from KREF Radio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-26 MONDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 43:40


    Chuck opens today’s show with Clemson’s accusations of Ole Miss tampering with a player, and how the presence of talent isn’t enough in the SEC. We then look at Ohio State and their new OC hire with Spencer Holbrook from Letterman Row. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-23 FRIDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 43:32


    Chuck starts hour 2 talking with Jake Crain from Crain and Cone on his early top 25, and Damon Wilson committing to Miami after leaving Mizzou. We then talk Tennessee with Russell Smith from Fox Sports Knoxville. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-23 FRIDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 43:36


    Chuck’s opening monologue. Chuck then looks at the playoffs staying at twelve games for now before talking USC with Ryan Abraham of USCFootball.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-22 THURSDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 43:33


    Chuck starts hour 2 talking with Bryce Koon from The Bengal Tiger about what’s happening in LSU, and a new trend in college football starting in Oxford. We then look at Georgia Tech with Kelly Quinlan from Jackets Online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-22 THURSDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 43:34


    Chuck opens the show wondering why Dave Doeren is back at NC State, and where CJ Bailey ranks among the QBs in the ACC. We then look at the Georgia Bulldogs with Jordan Hill from Dawgs247. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-21 WEDNESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 43:35


    Miami beat writer Adam Lichtenstein of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel looks at what's next for the Hurricanes after their loss in the CFP title game. Chuck and Heath discuss the increased difficulty of trying to project "way too early" top 25s. Ben Garrett of the Ole Miss Spirit looks at their various portal acquisitions and departures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-21 WEDNESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 43:35


    Chuck reacts to Darian Mensah being sued by Duke to try and prevent him leaving. Chuck and Heath discuss one play that could have changed the outcome of the CFP title game. David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network analyzes the merits of Duke's lawsuit and what happens now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-20 TUESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 43:31


    Chuck and Heath discuss more angles from the CFP. Chuck and Heath discuss the blatant officiating issues from the title game. Chris Doering of the SEC Network discusses the national title game and what the SEC needs to do to get back there.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-20 TUESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 43:31


    Chuck thinks Curt Cignetti's biggest impact will be showing coaches they don't have to move to a "big" program to win a title. Chuck and Heath discuss more from the CFP title game. Dave Bartoo of CFB Matrix joins for his weekly visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-19 MONDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 43:33


    Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews previews the CFP National title game. Chuck and Heath discuss why the number of players leaving early for the NFL Draft has dropped substantially. Conor O'Neill of Devils Illustrated examines the saga around Miami's poaching of Duke QB Darian Mensah and what happens now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-19 MONDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 43:32


    Chuck thinks the CFP title game point spread is overinflated by the public love affair with Indiana. Chuck and Heath discuss the impact of Donald Trump's stance on Army Navy having its own broadcast window guaranteed. Panini Senior Bowl executive director Drew Fabianich looks at some of the CFP title game talent headed to Mobile next week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-16 FRIDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 43:33


    Bill Bender of Sporting News sizes up the national championship game matchup. Chuck and Heath look at multiple portal QB developments. Former Wake Forest coach Dave Clawson will be part of ESPN's coaches film room broadcast Monday night - he discusses that and more with Chuck.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-16 FRIDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 43:36


    Chuck thinks the CFP needs to reduce the length of time it takes to crown the champions. Chuck and Heath discuss continuing NFL rumors about Charlie Weis Jr. JC Shurburtt of Inside the Gamecocks looks at South Carolina's portal activities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-15 THURSDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 43:38


    Chris Lee of Vandy 247 assesses where the Commodores are in a post Diego Pavia world. Chuck and Heath discuss Nielsen's top ten rated markets for college football viewership in 2025. Kolby Crawford of VT Scoop looks at James Franklin's transformation of the Virginia Tech personnel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-15 THURSDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 43:35


    Chuck looks at just how much Miami has to improve in key stats to win against Indiana. Chuck and Heath look at the departure of Bill Belichick's biggest supporter from the UNC board. Nick Shepkowski of Notre Dame on SI looks at the Fighting Irish making a major splash in the portal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-14 WEDNESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 43:34


    Jake Reuse of Dawgs HQ looks at Georgia's portal activity so far. Chuck and Heath discuss the limited remaining QB options in the portal for schools looking for a high end starter. CBS Sports national CFB transfer portal analyst Cooper Petagna sizes up the state of things with two days of potential player entry remaining. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-14 WEDNESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 43:30


    Chuck's opening monologue. Chuck and Heath discuss coaches trying to change the 4 game redshirt rule. Clemson beat reporter Chapel Fowler of the State (Columbia SC) looks at Clemson's new portal aggressiveness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-13 TUESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 43:32


    Chuck and Heath discuss Ohio State looking at selling a jersey patch for revenue. Zach Goodall of Swamp 247 sizes up Florida's portal work under Jon Sumrall so far. Eric Henry of Horns 247 reacts to Texas making a big splash with the acquisitions of Hollywood Smothers and Cam Coleman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-13 TUESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 43:35


    Chuck talks about the scramble that's about to happen for star Colorado offensive tackle Jordan Seaton in the portal. Chuck and Heath discuss multiple portal news items. Dave Bartoo of CFB Matrix joins for his weekly visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-12 MONDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 43:34


    Jeff Cameron of Warchant looks at FSU's significant losses in the transfer portal. Chuck and Heath discuss multiple CFB items. Bill Connelly of ESPN analyzes what numbers say about Indiana's potential place in history with one more win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-12 MONDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 43:34


    Chuck's opening monologue. Chuck and Heath discuss several key new portal announcements. Nick Kelly of AL.com details schools trying to lure Ty Simpson out of the NFL Draft and into a transfer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-9 FRIDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 43:31


    Matt Moscona of 104.5 ESPN Baton Rouge looks at the LSU's pursuit of QBs as well as finally getting their full staff together. Chuck and Heath discuss Oregon's need to break through this season given the amount of change they have coming. Connor O'Gara of Saturday Down South previews the Indiana - Oregon semifinal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-9 FRIDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 43:35


    Chuck reacts to Thursday night's CFP semifinal. Chuck and Heath discuss a major transfer portal pickup for South Carolina. Michael Borkey of Sports Talk Mississippi assesses Ole Miss's loss in the CFP.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-8 THURSDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 43:36


    Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews previews the two CFP semifinals. Chuck and Heath discuss the SEC's lack of top end NFL prospects this season compared to a typical year. CBS Sports National College Reporter John Talty looks at the CFP and other national stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-8 THURSDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 43:38


    Chuck thinks Ole Miss's defense will be their Achilles hell against Miami. Chuck and Heath discuss Jon Sumrall managing to hold onto to five key Florida players when they had big portal options. David Lake of Inside the U previews Miami's CFP game with Ole Miss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-7 WEDNESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 43:35


    Heath starts hour 2 looking at the SEC with Demetri Ravanos from Awful Announcing, and how the Pop Tarts Bowl got more ratings than all but one of Notre Dame’s games. We then talk Louisville and their success in the transfer portal with Mark Ennis from 93.9 The Ville. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-7 WEDNESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 43:35


    Heath Cline starts today’s show with Washington taking legal action against one of their players, and the injury report for the upcoming playoff semi final games. We then look at Friday’s Peach Bowl matchup with Alyssa Lang from the SEC Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-6 TUESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 43:32


    Chuck and Heath discuss assorted transfer portal developments. Patrick Brown of Go Vols 247 looks at Tennessee's movements on their staff and in the portal. Zach Osterman of the Indianapolis Star analyzes how the Hoosiers have gotten to the top of CFB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-6 TUESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 43:37


    Chuck wonders how many guys are costing themself long term money by focusing on short term NIL satisfaction. Chuck and Heath discuss Monday's night's FCS Championship game and UK stealing Nebraska's expected starting QB for 2025. Dave Bartoo of CFB Matrix joins for his weekly visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-5 MONDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 43:35


    Kelly Quinlan of Jackets Online looks at the substantial amount of player and staff turnover at Georgia Tech. Chuck and Heath discuss the wisdom of Alabama's Ty Simpson reportedly leaning toward going pro. Tim Hall of 97.1 the Fan in Columbus analyzes what went wrong for Ohio State against Miami and what's next for them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-5 MONDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 43:35


    Chuck's opening monologue. Chuck and Heath discuss some of the latest portal developments. Steven Willis of the Locked on Ole Miss podcast assesses the Rebels as they prepare for Thursday's CFP semifinal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-2 FRIDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 43:35


    Jed May of UGA Sports analyzes what went wrong for Georgia in their CFP loss. Chuck and Heath discuss the surprising medical report that Joey Aguilar of Tennessee has a surgery to remove a tumor that had been causing arm weakness and pain. Joe Cook of Inside Texas looks at what's next for Texas after their bowl victory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 1-2 FRIDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 43:36


    Chuck hopes Ole Miss fans will live in the moment and enjoy their CFP run rather than focusing on other things. Chuck and Heath discuss Indiana being underestimated by some even as the overall number one team. Drew DeArmond of ESPN 977 the Zone in Huntsville analyzes the disaster for Alabama in the Rose Bowl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 12-31 WEDNESDAY HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 43:34


    Heath starts hour 2 looking at the second round of the playoffs with Brett Ciancia from Pick Six Previews, and the ticket prices for the playoff games being cheaper than we thought. Heath then talks how Todd Grantham has reemerged as a defensive coordinator in college football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 12-31 WEDNESDAY HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 43:37


    Heath Cline starts today’s show with how Ohio State matches up with Miami in tonight’s Cotton Bowl, and the retirement of CBS analyst Gary Danielson. We then look at Ohio State with Cameron Teague from The Athletic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 12-30 HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 42:31


    Heath Cline talks about a wild Transfer Portal event at Tulsa, an interesting College Football Playoff matchup, and What Matters Today. Plus Larry Williams from Tiger Illustrated calls in to talk Clemson football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 12-30 HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 42:28


    Heath Cline talks NFL Draft analysis and the College Football transfer portal. And Dave Bartoo of CFB Matrix calls in for his weekly visit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 12-29 HOUR 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 42:34


    Heath Cline talks Georgia players' key injury updates and breaking Transfer Portal news. Plus Gators Online's Zach Abolverdi calls in to talk Florida football. And Austin Price from VolQuest calls in to talk about Tennessee's Music City Bowl matchup with Illinois in Nashville this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CHUCK OLIVER SHOW 12-29 HOUR 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 42:25


    Heath Cline touches on the Transfer Portal, Dabo Swinney and Clemson, and Kyle Wittingham and Michigan in Hour 1.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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