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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan take a look at Auburn basketball's home and road splits for next season's SEC schedule, which turns into an impromptu look at the rest of the rosters in the league before some Top 4s. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:* why Ole Miss, not Georgia, stayed on as Auburn's second permanent home-and-home …

Justin and Dan take a look at the previous school year for each of Auburn's varsity sports — with more time going to their areas of expertise — and project where the programs stand before the next campaign. Topics include:* Auburn's back-to-back top-five finishes in men's track and a pair of event national titles * Jackson Koivun's weekend at the U.S. Open and the continued success for Auburn golf* the work that Butch Thompson and Auburn baseball did to get back to contention* a solid debut season for the Malveauxs and Auburn softball* looking at Larry Vickers and the job ahead of him with women's basketball* the 2024-25 season and Johni Broome in the GOAT discussions for the men's basketball program* how Tahaad Pettiford's return feels like the biggest offseason win in a long time* why you should buy the potential of both gymnastics and volleyball next season* the new coach in charge of Auburn soccer and why it was a major hire* the backwards-ness of Auburn football's rebuild under Hugh Freeze so far* where the Tigers have to put it all together this fall on the gridiron* how Jackson Arnold stacks up to the rest of the transfer quarterbacks in this cycle* a Top Four of sports Justin and Dan would like to see Auburn add, including two that aren't Division I offerings… as of right now* a Top Four of comfort rewatch movies* M&M loreIf you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan aren't in the Wings 94.3 studio for this episode, but they've still got a lot to discuss when it comes to Auburn men's basketball and Auburn football. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:* Ian Borders' promotion to assistant coach for Auburn basketball * the importance of continuity for Bruce Pearl's staff over the years* looking a…

Justin and Dan break down the House v. NCAA settlement that was finalized over the weekend and Auburn athletics' response to it before a couple of fun offseason Top Fours. Topics in this episode include:* the fact that there is a lost recording of this particular podcast* how Auburn is committed to maxing out its revenue-sharing salary cap* what this means for On To Victory and the future of NIL* John Cohen's statement on the new era of Auburn athletics* a sport-by-sport breakdown of how many scholarships might be added* why Auburn baseball and softball might benefit the most from this move* a Top Four from subscriber Vince (not McMahon) of the Auburn football and basketball players that Justin and Dan predicted to be stars before they blew up* a Top Four from Justin on the must-do beach trip activities* Dan's announcement to run for the future mayorship of Destin, FloridaIf you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comAdam Cole of the Montgomery Advertiser checks in as the Observer's official Auburn baseball correspondent to preview the Tigers' first-ever home Super Regional against a dangerous Coastal Carolina team. This episode includes:* a breakdown of how clutch Sam Dutton and Auburn's pitching staff were during the regional round* the top-t…

Jordan Hill from Dawgs247 makes his annual post-spring meetings stop on the podcast to talk to Justin and Dan about what he learned from the SEC's power players in Destin. Topics in this episode include:* where the SEC stands in the College Football Playoff expansion debate* why coaches and ADs are split on the format moving forward* how Greg Sankey managed to make a lot of people mad last week* why Jordan thinks the SEC will go to a 9-game conference schedule soon* how Auburn-Georgia could continue if the league stays at eight games* the SEC vs. Big Ten scheduling idea* Justin's dumb idea for an outlaw college football (or basketball) team* Dan's question about the SEC teams that already play a power-conference rival* Jordan's outlook on Georgia football and Georgia basketball this offseason* revisiting a couple of baseball-themed Pick Fours* Jordan and Dan reviewing a Robert Altman movie, something we guarantee you won't hear on any other sports podcastNote: Later this week, Adam Cole of the Opelika-Auburn News will return to the podcast to preview Auburn baseball's first-ever Super Regional at Plainsman Park. That will be a subscribers-only episode, so sign up now if you want it Friday morning.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Jordan (@JordanDavisHill), Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comIt's a mega-sized episode with a ton of Auburn basketball discussion and this week's mailbag questions from Observer subscribers. In this premium pod, Justin and Dan talk:* Tahaad Pettiford's decision to return to Auburn for a sophomore season* the potential for Pettiford in a second year on the Plains* how the Tigers could change with Pettiford as the focal …

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan send you into Memorial Day Weekend with another free-wheeling offseason episode. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:* Dan's thoughts on Auburn's linebackers heading into the fall* Justin's concerns about the position and the defensive front as a whole* the College Football Playoff seeding changes* a co…

Justin and Dan open with a discussion of what they heard from Bruce Pearl on Monday at his Fore The Children charity golf event at Lake Martin before getting into some secondary chatter in football. Topics for this episode include:* why Pearl is feeling good this offseason compared to previous ones* how Auburn's NIL game has stepped up after the Final Four run* the Tigers' impending addition of an international player up front* the latest #TahaadWatch* Dan's curiosity about how the Tigers' off-ball guards will click* Justin's observation about Auburn's possible desire to play faster next season* the second edition of Dan's “top four” segment, featuring listener feedback* Dan's favorite four Auburn/Opelika restaurants that are now closed* the guys' favorite Auburn defensive backs from 2005 to present day* a discussion about Auburn's current secondary and why the vibes are strong* Justin (and Dan) pick their four favorite Atlanta Braves of all-timeIf you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comIn a free-wheeling offseason episode, Justin and Dan run through a laundry list of news and notes from the week in Auburn athletics before debuting a new segment. In this subscribers-only episode, they discuss (in no particular order):* Tahaad Pettiford's week at the NBA Draft Combine, starting with his strong Wednesday scrimmage…

Adam Cole of the Montgomery Advertiser makes his listener-requested return to the show to break down Auburn baseball's recent surge ahead of the postseason with Justin and Dan. Topics include:* why Butch Thompson's team has made such a leap after a disappointing 2024* how transfer Sam Dutton has transformed Auburn's pitching staff* where the Tigers could continue to improve on the mound heading into NCAAs* Eric Guevara's absolutely insane, SEC Player of the Week series at the plate* Ike Irish's stardom and impending first-round MLB Draft selection* Auburn's standout freshman class, led by five-tool phenom Bub Terrell* why SEC baseball continues to cannibalize itself* the Tigers' strong chances of hosting a regional — and a super regional* potential postseason opponents to know* why whatever happens in Hoover could look different this year* basketball: Tahaad Pettiford's NBA Draft stock heading into the combine* more basketball: Dylan Cardwell's big weekend at the G League Elite Camp* even more basketball: Chad Baker-Mazara getting cheered at graduation * Adam's Mount Rushmore of Steely Dan songsIf you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Adam (@colereporter), Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comThis show is all about schedules, specifically football ones. In this Observer subscriber-only episode, Justin and Dan discuss:* the news of ESPN offering more money to the SEC for a ninth conference football game in the future* how the growing College Football Playoff might slow down that process* why Justin wishes things could go b…

It's a basketball episode as Justin and Dan talk about the latest surrounding future, present and past Tigers on the hardwood. They open by discussing Louisville transfer James Scott after his recent visit to the Plains and how Auburn has become a true destination for big men wanting to take the next step in their careers.Then they look at the consensus 2025 NBA Draft big board and see where the opinions are right now for both Tahaad Pettiford and Johni Broome. Justin breaks down the economics of Pettiford's decision ahead of the Combine. Dan looks at potential situations that would make the most sense for Broome. After they look at Miles Kelly and Dylan Cardwell's invitations to the G League Elite Camp, the guys close with their thoughts on Jabari Smith's situation with the Houston Rockets after their playoff exit and sing the praises of The Righteous Gemstones series finale.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comAlex Kirshner of Split Zone Duo joins Justin and Dan for his annual offseason episode. The guys pick Alex's brain about the soon-to-be-implemented revenue-sharing model in college athletics and how close it is to coming together. They talk about the changes coming to NIL, the power the NCAA is trying to claw back and the possib…

Justin and Dan start the show by looking back at the NFL Draft destinations for Auburn's three picks from this past weekend. They discuss why the Rams pulled the trigger on Jarquez Hunter, how KeAndre Lambert-Smith fell into a good situation with the Chargers and what the prospects might be for Jalen McLeod with the Jaguars. After that, they look ahead to the 2026 draft class, led by a ton of Keldric Faulk hype.Then the guys switch over to their state of the offense for 2025, headlined by Hugh Freeze tripling down on his style and his staff after a losing campaign. Justin makes a point about Jackson Arnold and where he could make a big impact for the Tigers in an area of need. Dan shares his thoughts on the running back situation and how this could be a step forward for the offensive line.This episode also includes a surprising amount of discussion on musicals and some inadvertent slander of an Alabama literary legend. We know Harper Lee has shooters.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comWith this being NFL Draft weekend, it's a good time for an annual podcast tradition here at The Observer: A head-to-head snake draft of Auburn football players for the upcoming season.Justin and Dan battle it out in this year's edition, drafting a full offense and a full defense with a flex selection on both sides of the ball. Who went first overall? Who pulled the trigger on a quarterback first — and when? Does Justin regret every pick he made? Can anyone make sense of Dan's offensive line?The guys go through their selections and share their thoughts on each pick, looking at their value to both their hypothetical teams and the real 2025 Tigers. Let us know who you thought won the draft and who you thought should have gone earlier in the picks.Here is a head-to-head look at the two teams. This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.

Justin and Dan open the show by breaking down the recent trio of transfer portal pickups for Auburn football: Maryland linebacker Caleb Wheatland, returning Liberty defensive lineman Jay Hardy and Florida A&M defensive lineman James Ash. They look at the past production of the three additions and how they might become valuable depth pieces — or better — this fall.The guys use that news to transition into an overall look at the Auburn football defense at this point in the offseason. They look back at the biggest problem that plagued that side of the ball in 2024 and how it could be fixed in 2025. Dan points out all the youth the Tigers had last year. Justin looks at how Auburn might be somewhat ahead of schedule on defense, judging by DJ Durkin's past SEC stops.The episode ends with a look at Auburn basketball's addition of Elyjah Freeman and how unique his path to the Plains has been. The guys discuss Freeman's strengths, where he fits in the best on the roster and how he affects the rest of the offseason plans under Bruce Pearl. They close with a discussion of the top TV offerings on the streaming service that will always be known as HBO Max.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan open the show by discussing the big news of Chad Baker-Mazara's decision to enter the transfer portal for his final season of eligibility. The guys discuss CBM's legacy at Auburn and why his time with the Tigers was ultimately a success. They also look at the factors that weigh into this decision and how it affects the roster reloading process moving forward.After a discussion of Tahaad Pettiford's NBA Draft decision and where Keyshawn Hall best fits the current lineup, they turn their attention to the three new pickups Auburn added this week in the portal: Texas Tech guard Kevin Overton, Mississippi State big KeShawn Murphy and JUCO center Emeka Opurum.The guys close the show with a free-wheeling breakdown of movies that somehow starts with Repo Man and ends with the 30 For 30 documentary series. Dan has an interesting pick for his favorite baseball film. Justin hypes one he hasn't seen yet.This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.

Justin and Dan recap what they saw and heard from Auburn football during the new-look A-Day open practice at Jordan-Hare Stadium. They talk about the positives of the format and how the changes might be a good thing for everyone involved in the long run.The guys then go position-by-position to recap what they learned during spring ball for the Tigers. How much did Jackson Arnold and Deuce Knight benefit from practices? Is the wide receiver hype warranted? Where are the concerns on offense?On defense, they look at a deep secondary room, a linebacker room that had some intriguing developments over the last few weeks, and the reloaded line of scrimmage. They finish by looking at the old and new faces on a special teams unit looking to take a step forward after a shaky 2024.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comInstead of a written Mailbag on this Friday, Justin pivots towards a mailbag version and enlists Dan to help him answer subscriber questions. Topics for this episode include…* Priorities in the transfer portal for Auburn basketball* Who the Tigers might go after in the frontcourt and at point guard* Tahaad Pettiford's NBA Draft decision* The biggest differences at practice for both football and basketball* Why Auburn's best team ever not winning it all isn't cause for doom and gloom* Favorite restaurants from Justin's NCAA run and Dan's WNIT run* The Nice Guys vs. The Other Guys* The Masters champions dinner* Springtime in AuburnThis is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.

Justin and Dan break down Auburn's Final Four loss to Florida. The guys look at what changed between the first half and the second half for the Tigers and how Walter Clayton Jr. felt virtually unstoppable for most of the game. They talk about fatigue playing a role in the performance, along with the cooled-off 3-point shooting and the injuries to Johni Broome toward the end of the NCAA Tournament. Toward the middle of the show, the guys look at all of the outgoing seniors on this season's team and talk about their journeys in this historic season. Justin makes a point about Broome's GOAT status. Dan shares his thoughts on Dylan Cardwell's March Madness run and how it will go down in history. After talking about Auburn basketball's potential returners — including Tahaad Pettiford — and the new pickup of Big 12 leading scorer Keyshawn Hall, they close with a large list of thank yous and shoutouts. The episode ends with a discussion of jinxes and, of course, food. If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comIn this special two-part Final Four episode, Justin and Dan lead off by giving the official Observer podcast preview of Auburn's rematch with Florida in San Antonio.Then, in the second half of the show, Dave, Pablo and Painter give you their thoughts in a new edition of Friends of the Program.Two podcasts, one episode. If there was ever a time to do this, it's right now. Enjoy.Note: For those who are new to The Observer: Friends of the Program is a freewheeling discussion among three Auburn fans. Their thoughts and opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of Observer management, and some language might not be suitable for all listeners.The first half of the show at least pretends to be a professional endeavor.This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link. We're running a special: Your first full year of the Observer for just $40 — that's 33% off the regular price.

NOTE: The original version of this podcast had some technical difficulties. Those have been fixed in the new file. Justin settles back home on the Plains briefly as Dan calls in from North Dakota to discuss Auburn basketball's nearly wire-to-wire Elite Eight win over Michigan State to punch a return trip to the Final Four for the second time in school history.The guys start by discussing how Auburn was able to win with defense and how it overcame a shaky shooting performance from the field. Dan makes a point about Chaney Johnson and Dylan Cardwell's performances when Johni Broome went down with an elbow injury. Justin breaks down Broome's dominance, from the hot start to the dramatic 3-pointer that virtually sealed the victory.They continue by looking at how Auburn's guards had their moments of offensive excellence against the Spartans and why that could be a good sign heading toward San Antonio. The episode ends with a salute to the subscribers and Fargo talk. (Not the movie.)If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe for a special discounted $40 price using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin checks in from Atlanta as Dan gets ready to head to North Dakota. The guys discuss Auburn basketball's massive comeback win over Michigan in the Sweet 16, led by the outstanding shotmaking from Tahaad Pettiford and Denver Jones.They start by looking at why things were going so poorly for Auburn's offense for most of the game — and why Johni Broom…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan preview Auburn basketball's Sweet 16 showdown with Michigan. They start by making a point about the success for this team before the second weekend begins and how they've positioned themselves strongly with what should be a familiar and favorable atmosphere in Atlanta. The breakdown starts with a look at Tre Donaldson, who has gone to Michigan to run the show at point guard and has led the Wolverines to a great turnaround season. Justin looks at the matchup between Donaldson and Denver Jones. Dan makes a point about what this game means for the other guards on the floor. Then the guys take a closer look at the matchup of Johni Broome, Dylan Cardwell and Chaney Johnson against Vlad Goldin and Danny Wolf. They look at what it might take for either frontcourt to have success and the keys to victory for Auburn down low. The episode concludes with a rundown of the rest of the Sweet 16, thoughts on Texas' new men's basketball coach and Atlanta restaurants to know.This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link. We're running a special: Your first full year of the Observer for just $40 — that's 33% off the regular price.

Justin and Dan break down Auburn's hard-fought win over Creighton to punch its ticket to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2019. The guys discuss how the Tigers spent the 48 hours after the Alabama State game calling each other out and how they showed from the opening tip that things would be different.They talk about how Auburn's defense weathered the storm in the first half and wore Creighton's offense down in the second half. Dan gives props to Dylan Cardwell for arguably his biggest game in an Auburn uniform. Justin takes a closer look at how Tahaad Pettiford showed he — and the rest of the Tigers' offense — was built for this moment from the beginning.The guys also take some time toward the end of the show to discuss the hiring of Larry Vickers, Auburn's new women's basketball coach. They close with a discussion of Conan O'Brien, outro songs and Lexington eats.f you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe for a special discounted $40 price using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan break down Auburn basketball's underwhelming NCAA Tournament win over Alabama State. The guys start by discussing how the effort and energy just wasn't consistently there from everybody for the Tigers — and how that prompted Steven Pearl and others to be quite direct with their postgame comments.They look at why Auburn's win didn't do much to ease concerns from fans down the stretch and how this was a missed opportunity for a reset. Justin looks at Johni Broome and Chad Baker-Mazara's performances. Dan points out how Miles Kelly, Chaney Johnson and Tahaad Pettiford could be great signs moving forward if the Tigers can take advantage of them.The episode ends with a look at a Creighton squad that torched the nets and took a Louisville team with a clear home-court advantage out of the game Thursday. The guys look at similar opponents that the Tigers have faced this season and what it's going to take to advance to the Sweet 16. This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link. We're running a special: Your first full year of the Observer for just $40 — that's 33% off the regular price.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers

Justin and Dan open the show by looking back at Auburn basketball's SEC Tournament semifinal loss to Tennessee. The guys discuss why there's no need for the No. 1 overall team in the NCAA Tournament to panic after losing three of its last four — but why the Tigers must get better from their final two weeks of the season.Justin breaks down the two-edged sword of the free-throw difference against Tennessee and why the Tigers' guards had a harder time scoring in Nashville. Dan looks at Tahaad Pettiford's recent struggles and Johni Broome's continued surge.The guys then spend the rest of the episode looking at Auburn's first weekend draw in Lexington for an Atlanta regional that might be analytically — and narratively — difficult but might have some stylistic advantages for the Tigers. They also go through every first-round matchup in the tournament and give some of their upset specials.Observer subscribers can join our official Bracket Challenge at CBS Sports here. The winner will get a free lifetime subscription. There will be other prizes, too.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe for a special discounted $40 price using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Auburn Basketball/Twitter This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin calls in from the media work room at the SEC Tournament in Nashville's Bridgestone Arena to break down Auburn basketball's quarterfinal win over Ole Miss.The guys talk about how the Tigers were able to win with defense and clutch playmaking late from a number of key guys — most of all, National Player of the Year winner Johni Broome. Justin wonde…

Justin and Dan open the show by breaking down a thrilling matchup between Auburn and Alabama in the regular season finale at Neville Arena. The guys look at the final minutes and what ultimately was the difference for the Tigers in a losing effort. They talk Chad Baker-Mazara's ejection, Johni Broome's career offensive day and the recurring issues from earlier in the week. Justin makes a point about how Auburn's defense has been over the last month of the season. Dan looks at how the Tigers' depth wasn't as strong as it usually was down the stretch.The episode ends with a look at the SEC Tournament bracket and what Auburn needs to do to get back to playing like one of the very best teams in the country. The guys make sleeper picks for Nashville and look at some of the fun in conference tournaments so far with just six days until Selection Sunday. Also: Pizza toppings.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe for a special discounted $40 price using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan break down all the angles from Auburn basketball's historic, SEC title-clinching win over Kentucky at Rupp Arena. They start by discussing the significance of winning this version of the conference, outright, with a full week of the regular season left to play. Justin explains why he thinks this team can already be called one of the best ever.Then it's a breakdown of all the pieces that made this win happen: Miles Kelly's absurd shooting performance, Auburn's Denver Jones-less defensive masterclass, Tahaad Pettiford's phenomenal point guard play and Chad Baker-Mazara's takeover ability in a game that didn't feature much from Johni Broome and the frontcourt. Dan makes a great observation about the game where he first saw this team's potential. The guys conclude the episode by looking at the rest of a wild Saturday in SEC basketball — particularly Tennessee's last-second heist over Alabama to gift wrap a championship for Auburn and how Georgia might have played itself into the NCAA Tournament this week. They look ahead to the Texas A&M trip before shouting out some more great performances from the late Gene Hackman.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes — including the Observations from Saturday's title-clinching win — subscribe for a special discounted $40 price using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan start the show by recapping Auburn basketball's 30-point beatdown of Ole Miss. They talk about why the Tigers matched up so well against the Rebels, starting with the massive advantage up front with Johni Broome and Chaney Johnson. They discuss Chad Baker-Mazara's “flu game” and how it triggered the return of Auburn's 3-point shooting inside Neville Arena.The guys then look at the state of the SEC with three games to play, starting with the midweek recap and a look at the championship implications down the stretch. Justin makes his pitch for the All-SEC squad this season. Dan wonders about the teams that could make some noise on the bubble.The episode concludes with a preview of Auburn's trip to Kentucky, where a drought-ending win and a title-clinching moment could await the Tigers inside Rupp Arena. The guys break down the Wildcats on both ends of the floor and how the Tigers might match up with them in this Saturday showdown. Then they pay tribute to the late Gene Hackman and give their picks for his best performances.This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.Photo Credit: David Gray/Auburn Tigers

Justin and Dan start the show by breaking down Johni Broome's season-best performance in Auburn's 12-point win over Georgia at home. They discuss the Broome vs. Flagg debate in the National Player of the Year race and dissect what was a virtually perfect second half to spark the Tigers' offense to elite efficiency.The guys also talk about all the similarities between Auburn's win over Georgia and the win over Arkansas this week, starting with the game flow and the lack of outside shooting inside Neville Arena. Justin shares why the Tigers' second-half defense shouldn't be cause for concern. Dan highlights the Turtle Hudson minutes.After shouting out some non-Observer sports that are standing out for Auburn in recent days, the guys take a look around the rest of SEC basketball's Saturday action and set the stage for the final two weeks. They preview Auburn's rematch against Ole Miss on Wednesday night and give some Grubserver thoughts to close it out.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan break down Auburn basketball's escape of a home win over Arkansas to take a two-game lead over the pack in the SEC title race while looking ahead to the rematch against Georgia on Saturday.The guys start by looking how Auburn has proven, once again, that it can win an ugly, low-scoring game. Dan highlights the rebounding differential and the play of Chaney Johnson. Justin talks about what he learned from John Calipari in the postgame press conference and what went wrong for the Tigers on offense.After a run through a busy midweek of SEC basketball action, the guys preview Auburn's home game against Georgia and highlight why they think it could be a bounce-back opportunity for the Tigers' offense. They also salute Charles Barkley on his birthday while Dan reviews Conclave. This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.

Justin and Dan recap Auburn basketball's historic No. 1 vs. No. 2 victory over Alabama in Coleman Coliseum. They start by looking at Aden Holloway and Mark Sears' performances against Denver Jones and Tahaad Pettiford — who both made a huge difference in the win for the Tigers. The guys point out how Johni Broome continues to put in National Player of the Year type of performances, even through injury. They look at how Auburn got balance and depth from almost everywhere on the roster, from Chaney Johnson to Chris Moore, and how Auburn was able to overcome the late foul-outs by Chad Baker-Mazara and Dylan Cardwell.Towards the end of the episode, there's a run through all the Saturday action in the SEC and an early preview of Wednesday night's home matchup against Arkansas. Dan closes out with thoughts on some of his favorite Saturday Night Live performers.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan break down what went wrong for Auburn basketball in its home loss at Florida. The guys take a look at how the Tigers fell short of their usual standards against a balanced and deep Gators team — even without one of their key players.Justin makes a point about Auburn's effort level and how Bruce Pearl predicted something like this throughout the regular season. Dan wants to know what's going wrong with the Tigers' inside scoring. Auburn's inability to string together enough good plays to make a comeback in the second half and a look at how this could just be a bad outlier for the Tigers are also discussed.Towards the end of the episode, the guys preview Auburn basketball's tricky Tuesday road trip to face a Vanderbilt team that is small but fearless, especially at home. They also look at the rest of the weekend in the SEC and discuss Super Bowl snacks. If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan are back in the Wings 94.3 studio after their respective tours through the Gulf Coast-ish region. The guys start the episode by breaking down Auburn basketball's second straight double-digit road win in SEC play: A 10-point victory over Ole Miss in Oxford.Dan makes a point about how this Auburn basketball team shows its championship DNA through its ability to answer opponents' runs. Justin looks at the two-headed monster of Johni Broome and Dylan Cardwell and where the Tigers still showed some room for improvement after yet another Quad 1 victory.The second half of the episode tackles an upset-filled weekend in the SEC and around college football, an early preview of Tuesday's visit from a resurgent Oklahoma team and a failed attempt at making since of the Luka Doncic trade.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan check in from various locations in the greater Gulf Coast area. They start the show by recapping what they saw from Auburn basketball's 13-point road win at LSU. They talk about Johni Broome's monster night, the frontcourt's impact, the dirty work on both ends of the floor and the areas where the Tigers need to show improvement — even as the nation's top team.Then they switch over to football, where they talk about what Hugh Freeze had to say at the Senior Bowl practices in Mobile earlier this week. Justin shares what he heard from Freeze on Jackson Arnold, Deuce Knight, Eric Singleton and the Auburn offense. Dan is interested in the state of the offensive line. They also break down a new-look spring practice schedule and how it makes sense for the Tigers to shake things up.The episode concludes with a preview of Auburn basketball's trip to Ole Miss for a major road game in Oxford. The guys break down what makes Ole Miss such a dangerous defense, despite its lack of size. They look at the guards for the Rebels and where the Tigers might be able to take advantage down low. And, to close it out, they talk about their recent eats and O Brother, Where Art Thou?This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.

Justin and Dan open the show by looking at the magnitude of Auburn basketball's last-second win over Tennessee — including the stakes, the stage and the stylistic significance of the victory.They look at how Johni Broome returned to being the best player on the floor, even on a less-than-100% ankle, and made a huge difference in the final result. They also talk Miles Kelly's heroics, Tahaad Pettiford's spark, Chaney Johnson's big night and how several Tigers managed to keep their elite defense up in spite of rough shooting.Towards the end of the episode, the guys take a tour of what else happened on Saturday in SEC basketball and look ahead to Auburn basketball's upcoming road trips to face LSU and Ole Miss. They also discuss regional cuisine and the Oscar nominations.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Grayson Belanger/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan preview Auburn basketball's massive matchup against Tennessee on Saturday, with College GameDay in attendance and ESPN sending their best crew for a primetime game.The guys open with a discussion on Johni Broome's health and how much he could impact the game if he's able to play in any sort of capacity. They then look at what makes the Volunteers so good on defense year in and year out and what the Tigers might have to do to crack that unit. Justin makes a point about Zakai Zeigler and Tennessee's offense. Dan shares his thoughts on Chaz Lanier.The episode ends with a brief look around the rest of the SEC, and it includes a discussion of both snow days and po'boys.This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comAfter a nine-month hiatus, the Friends of the Program get back together to discuss Auburn basketball's meteoric rise to No. 1 in the country and set the stage for this weekend's epic matchup against Tennessee inside Neville Arena.Dave, Pablo and Painter talk all things Auburn basketball, from what makes this team so special and where they see the Tigers…

Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball's close win at Georgia and what was a wild weekend in the SEC — and across the country.The guys start with what caused the last-minute chaos for an Auburn team that looked like it had the game already won. They then switch over to yet another big-game performance from Tahaad Pettiford and the bounce-back effort from Chad Baker-Mazara. Justin diagnoses the absence of Johni Broome and what it means to the Tigers' offense. Dan makes a point about Turtle Hudson.Towards the end of the episode, the guys go through the results from Saturday in SEC basketball — including Alabama's road win at Kentucky and Vanderbilt's upset over Tennessee. They close by paying tribute to Bob Uecker and David Lynch.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan open the show with a couple of special podcast announcements, including the release of the second Peck Pack Exclusive — which is in Observer subscribers' podcast feeds now. Then they look at Auburn basketball's impressive win over Mississippi State in the Tigers' first game without Johni Broome.The guys talk about Chad Baker-Mazara's hot start and elite efficiency as a scorer. They look at how Auburn's defense dominated against Mississippi State and how Chaney Johnson continues to step up whenever the Tigers need him the most. They also give Miles Kelly, Tahaad Pettiford and Denver Jones their deserved flowers for their two-way performances against the Bulldogs.Towards the end of the episode, they look ahead to Auburn basketball's road trip at Georgia — a team with a strong frontcourt and a fearsome defense this season. They close with thoughts on Girl Scout cookies and The Blues Brothers.This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers

Justin and Dan open the show by looking at Johni Broome's ankle sprain against South Carolina and what it might mean for Auburn basketball moving forward in SEC play. The guys break down why the Tigers were able to rally to a victory without Broome, starting with the defensive excellence of an undermanned frontcourt.Tahaad Pettiford's late-game heroics and Miles Kelly's continued success in true road games take center stage later in the episode, along with a breakdown of what has gone wrong for Auburn's defense early in SEC play. The guys also look at the rest of the results from Saturday across the league, including Alabama and Kentucky getting huge wins away from home with their stellar offenses.The episode ends with a preview of what Mississippi State will bring to Neville Arena on Tuesday night, particularly in the two-man game of Josh Hubbard and Cameron Matthews. The guys also talk about killing time in hotel rooms and what to do when you're snowed inside them. If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan open the show by looking at how Auburn was able to build a big lead and narrowly hold onto it for a road win at Texas. Justin looks at how the Tigers' defense started well and finished much differently. Dan points out the continued excellence of Johni Broome and the much-needed surge from Miles Kelly.The guys then talk about Bruce Pearl getting his record-breaking win at Auburn and what he's meant to the program — and college basketball as a whole — during his tenure on the Plains. They switch over to preview Saturday's matchup at South Carolina, which has struggled against Auburn recently and struggled to start SEC play.They close out by looking at some new additions to both the Auburn football roster and coaching staff and what the early outlook might be for the Tigers in 2025. Justin then gives his brisket and basketball breakdown of his first trip to Austin.This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.

Justin and Dan break down what they learned from Auburn basketball's comfortable victory in the SEC opener against Missouri. They look at how well the host Tigers shot the ball, why their issues during the game didn't about to much and where this team could get even better moving forward. Dan makes some historical comparisons to this squad. Justin shares why Auburn's defense was very impressive in the win.The guys then take a trip around the SEC to look at all the games from an opening Saturday in the conference, starting with the high-scoring thriller in Rupp Arena between Florida and Kentucky. They look at a team that isn't getting nearly enough love in the league and a few programs that got a stiff reality check.The episode ends with a preview of Auburn's first-ever trip to face Texas in SEC play. The guys look at what makes this Texas roster so unique and where Auburn might be able to take advantage with its battle-tested experience on the road.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan open the show with some random nonsense before diving into Auburn basketball's non-conference finale victory over Monmouth. The guys discuss the late first-half surge from Chaney Johnson, the excellent play of Chad Baker-Mazara and the utter dominance from the Tigers' centers.Then the freshman duo of Jahki Howard and Tahaad Pettiford get their own segment after their all-timer alley-oops. The guys also look ahead to just how incredibly tough the SEC will be this season and how it measures up to conferences of the past.The episode ends with a discussion of what Auburn football has been able to do in the transfer portal, what it all means for 2025, the potential return of Jeffrey M'ba to the Plains and — somehow — the name “Wow Platinum.” Happy New Year, y'all.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan recap Auburn basketball's comfortable win over yet another NCAA Tournament hopeful away from home in a Quad 1 game. They start by looking at how impressive the Tigers have been in a non-conference slate that was by far the toughest in program history and how far ahead the team is from the pack right now.The guys break down Johni Broome's remarkable double-double less than 100 hours from a rough-looking shoulder injury, Auburn's suffocating defense against a great Purdue offense and the standout performances of Chad Baker-Mazara, Tahaad Pettiford and Johni Broome.Towards the end of the episode, they talk about Charles Kelly's departure to become Jacksonville State's new head coach and the irritating discourse around the first round of the College Football Playoff. Dan makes his pitch for The War for the Wiregrass. Justin gives his top nine albums of the year. Merry Christmas.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription — at our special discounted rate for the holidays — that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball's ultra-dominant performance in Atlanta against Ohio State in this year's Holiday Hoopsgiving. The guys start by looking at what made this victory so impressive and why the Tigers have cemented themselves as the nation's current No. 1 team — no matter what the human polls might say. They look at Johni Broome's 20/20 game and marvel at how it could have been even better. Then they go into all the elements of what made Auburn's backcourt so successful against Ohio State's loaded guard lineup.Then it's a switch over to football, where Auburn football has picked up a new quarterback in Oklahoma's Jackson Arnold. They discuss the pros and the cons of this transfer pickup for the Tigers and look at a pair of further additions to the roster. (Note: This was recorded before Auburn landed offensive tackle Xavier Chaplin.)If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription — at our special discounted rate for the holidays — that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Zach Bland/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan preview Auburn basketball's Atlanta matchup against Ohio State in the annual Holiday Hoopsgiving event at State Farm Arena. The guys start by looking at how the Buckeyes line up offensively — particularly with their strong backcourt — and where the Tigers need to focus the most on the defensive side.Then it's a switch over to Auburn's hig…

Christian Clemente of Auburn247 becomes the first third mic in the studio era of The Auburn Observer podcast. He joins Justin and Dan to talk about Auburn football's top-10 class in the 2025 recruiting cycle, headlined by 5-star quarterback Deuce Knight and a large number of blue-chippers the Tigers had to hold onto down the stretch.How did Auburn sign such a strong class in a losing season? And how much does the recruiting pitch change heading into a pressure-packed 2026 cycle for the program? Christian breaks it all down and gives his thoughts on each individual signee in the 2025 haul for the Tigers.Later in the episode, Justin and Dan break down Auburn basketball's 45-point beatdown of Richmond from Sunday. The guys talk about Johni Broome and Chad Baker-Mazara's unselfishness, the Tigers' great team defense and the breakout performance of Jahki Howard. The show ends with a lightning round of topics that include Christmas watches, child actor performances and Juan Soto.If you're receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a paid subscription that gives you access to all stories and premium podcast episodes, subscribe using the button below or clicking this link.Follow Christian (@CClemente247), Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.Photo Credit: Austin Perryman/Auburn Tigers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.auburnobserver.com/subscribe