The Savage Pads Podcast (UGA Football)

In this episode, we recap the 2020 season by revisit some of our favorite segments before looking ahead to the Chic-Fil-A Peach Bowl. ESPN's Mark Schlabach shares his predictions for UGA's 2020 season. JT Daniels' High School Head Coach gives Dawg Fans the inside scoop on JT ahead of JT's first start.Former Georgia Bulldog and Detroit Lion Kris Durham discusses playing for pizza in Italy.Hall of Fame Head Coach Vince Dooley discusses whether he regretted leading Auburn to Pat Dye.ESPN's David Pollack breaks down Georgia's matchup with Alabama. Bart Starr Award-winner Benjamin Watson shares on his chase-down tackle of Champ Bailey in an NFL Playoff game.  

This episode features highlights from a few of our favorite interviews this season as well as a preview of UGA vs. Mizzou. In this episode, Lou Groza Award winner Rodrigo Blankenship discusses his love for Star Wars LEGOs and how he turned down a Florida scholarship to walk on at UGA. College Football Hall of Fame Head Coach Vince Dooley discusses the Deep South's Oldest Rivalry as well as what he calls the "underground railroad" between Georgia and Auburn. Record-setting UGA kicker Billy Bennett discusses the kick that brought Georgia it's first win in Bryant-Denny Stadium as well as his acting debut alongside Matthew McConaughey. Former NFL Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion tackle Jon Stinchcomb shares his outlook on Todd Monken's UGA offense as well as Matt Luke's offensive line. And longtime UGA PA announcer Brook Whitmire urges Dawg fans to rally around this group of Dawgs through thick and thin as he describes what it means to be a true Georgia Bulldog.

Former UGA wide receiver great Michael Bennett joins the show to discuss his thoughts on JT Daniels and what he believes is a special group of wide receivers for Georgia. Michael also looks ahead to next season's quarterback situation involving JT Daniels and incoming five star Brock Vandagriff. Then Cory Amick returns for the weekly pick six segment and my personal favorite part of the episode - his Name of The Week candidates. We want as many Dawg fans as possible to hear this episode, so we're giving away a few Chick-Fil-A meal gift cards on Twitter. Simply follow @savagepads and RT our tweet highlighting this episode for your chance to win. 

In this episode, Davin Bellamy returns to discuss his thoughts on JT Daniels, UGA's recent struggles on defense, the temptation to transfer as an underutilized underclassman at Georgia, and his decision to forgo the NFL Draft for a Rose Bowl run in 2017. Frequent show correspondent Cory Amick then returns for his Pick Six and Extra Point segments. Cory and Doug conclude their segment together with a preview of Georgia - South Carolina. We want as many Dawg fans as possible to hear this episode, so we're giving away a few Chick-Fil-A meal gift cards on Twitter. Simply follow @savagepads and RT our tweet highlighting this episode for your chance to win. Ratings & reviews are much appreciated as well.  

The Voice of Sanford Stadium Brook Whitmire returns to the show with a challenge for Dawg fans. Amidst a season of turmoil, Brook acknowledges the reality of what has become a disappointing season and expresses the pain that coincides with such disappointment for DGDs like himself. However, Brook urges Dawg fans to rally around this group of Dawgs through thick and thin as he describes what it means to be a true Georgia Bulldog. Frequent show correspondent Cory Amick then returns for his Pick Six and Extra Point segments with a 2020 twist. Cory and Doug conclude their segment together with a preview of Georgia - Mississippi State. We want as many Dawg fans as possible to hear this episode, so we're giving away a few Chick-Fil-A meal gift cards on Twitter. Simply follow @savagepads and RT our tweet highlighting this episode for your chance to win. Ratings & reviews are much appreciated as well.  

Former UGA Tight End Jeb Blazevich returns to the podcast as the show's first guest to appear 3 times across its 3 seasons. In Jeb's junior year at UGA, a 24-10 loss to Florida cemented the 2016 season as a loss in the minds of Dawg fans. One year later, Jeb and his teammates leveraged the lessons learned from 2016 to reach the National Championship. In this episode, Jeb discusses how the Dawgs were able to keep an eye on the prize throughout the ups and downs of his playing career. In our next segment, Doug Battle and correspondent Cory Amick make their picks for the biggest matchups in college football this week. The Savage Pads Podcast is giving away a few Chick-Fil-A meal gift cards to our listeners who follow the show on Twitter. Simply follow @savagepads and RT our tweet highlighting this episode for your chance to win. Ratings & reviews are much appreciated. 

Bart Starr Award-Winner and Super Bowl Champion Benjamin Watson returns to the podcast to update Dawg fans on his life and career after retiring from a 15 year stint in the NFL. Benjamin discusses the Why or Why Not podcast that he and his wife recently launched as well as the Divided Hearts of America documentary film the couple recently produced. He also updates listeners on his career aspirations pertaining to politics and sports broadcasting. As the conversation transitions to football, Benjamin takes a trip down memory lane to the time he ran down Champ Bailey in an AFC Playoff Game. Benjamin also updates listeners on his son's dream to one day play for the Georgia Bulldogs and concludes the "Dawg Til I Die" segment with a message for Dawg fans ahead of Georgia-Florida. Frequent show correspondent Cory Amick then returns to the show for the weekly "Pick Six" segment followed by a discussion of The World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party for the "Extra Point." 

Former NFL Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion tackle Jon Stinchcomb joins the show to share his outlook on the Stetson Bennett and the Georgia offense after its second half collapse in Tuscaloosa. Then, frequent show guest Cory Amick returns for a bit of comic relief for Dawg fans followed by a look ahead to the Dawgs upcoming matchup with the Kentucky Wildcats.We want as many Dawg fans as possible to hear this one, so we're giving away a few Chick-Fil-A meal gift cards on Twitter. Simply follow @savagepads and RT our tweet highlighting this episode for your chance to win. Ratings & reviews are much appreciated. 

Record-setting UGA kicker Billy Bennett joins the show to discuss the kick that brought Georgia it's first win in Bryant-Denny Stadium, the time he toured with Grammy-award winning band MGMT, and the time he acted alongside Matthew McConnaughey in We Are Marshall.  Then, Cory Amick returns for this week's Extra Point - where Doug and Cory discuss Georgia's upcoming showdown with Alabama before making score predictions. We want as many Dawg fans as possible to hear this one, so we're giving away a few Chick-Fil-A entree gift cards on Twitter. Simply follow @savagepads and RT our tweet highlighting this episode for your chance to win. Ratings & reviews are much appreciated. 

With ESPN's College Gameday headed to Tuscaloosa for Georgia's game against the Crimson Tide this Saturday, College Football Hall of Famer and ESPN analyst David Pollack joins the show to break down Georgia's matchup with Alabama. Then, frequent show correspondent Cory Amick returns for our weekly pick 6 segment where we make picks for each of this week's biggest games while discussing the college football landscape.We want as many Dawg fans as possible to hear this one so we're giving away a few Chick-Fil-A entree gift cards on Twitter. Simply follow @savagepads on Twitter and RT our tweet highlighting this episode for your chance to win. Also SUBSCRIBE to be notified when Georgia/Alabama Part 3 with releases... featuring the kicker who won UGA their first ever game in Bryant-Denny Stadium. 

Asher Allen led the Dawgs in tackles in their last win at Bryant-Denny Stadium in 2007. He joins the show to discuss memorable moments from the 2007 season as well as his thoughts on Georgia's dominant defense going into this weekend's matchup with Alabama. Then, Cory Amick rejoins the show to break down Ten Stats That Tell The Story of UGA-Tennessee. This Hotworx-sponsored episode is part one of a three-part Alabama week series. SUBSCRIBE to be among the first to hear parts two and three. And follow The Savage Pads Podcast on Twitter & Instagram @savagepads. 

RBU alum and former Washington Football player Keith Marshall joins the show to discuss his career, his relationship with Todd Gurley, and the time the duo called "Gurshall" ran wild against Tennessee in Athens. Then, frequent show correspondent Cory Amick returns to the show for the weekly Pick Six, Extra Point, and Coach Speak of the Week segments. This episode is part two of a two-part Tennessee week special. Stream part one featuring DGD Kris Durham now on the streaming platform of your choice. . This episode was brought to our listeners by DePalma's Italian Café in downtown Athens. Call in your DePalma's game day tray and request your dine-in reservation at at (706) 354-6966. Or simply visit depalmasitaliancafe.com. Follow The Savage Pads Podcast on Twitter & Instagram @savagepads. And please SUBSCRIBE to be among the first to hear our new episodes. 

DGD and former Detroit Lion, Kris Durham joins the show to discuss his playing career, his quarantine in Italy, and Stetson Bennett IV's emergence as QB1 for Georgia. Then, frequent show correspondent Cory Amick returns to the show to discuss Georgia's dominant performance against Auburn on Saturday. This episode is part one of a two-part Tennessee week special. Part two, featuring RBU alum Keith Marshall, will release on Friday, 10/9. This episode was brought to our listeners by DePalma's Italian Café in downtown Athens. Call in your DePalma's game day tray and request your dine-in reservation at at (706) 354-6966. Or simply visit depalmasitaliancafe.com. Follow The Savage Pads Podcast on Twitter & Instagram @savagepads. And please SUBSCRIBE to be among the first to hear our new episodes. 

In part 2 of our Auburn week special, Vince Dooley returns to the show to discuss the Deep South's Oldest Rivalry as well as what he calls the "underground railroad" between Georgia and Auburn. But first, Mater Dei football coach Bruce Rollinson joins the show to shed light on JT Daniels' abilities at quarterback. Mater Dei is one of the top football high schools in the country, and Coach Bruce Rollinson has coached Heisman winner Matt Leinart, former Heisman finalist Colt Brennan, former USC QB Matt Barkley, and highly touted Alabama freshman Bryce Young. JT Daniels led the school to a National Championship as a junior and has recently been cleared to play for the University of Georgia.  This episode is brought to you by Southern Brewing Company and The Last Resort Grill in Athens, Georgia.Follow The Savage Pads Podcast on Twitter & Instagram @savagepads. 

Mohamed Massaquoi joins the show for a trip down memory lane to the 2007 Georgia-Auburn Blackout Game. Then frequent show correspondent Cory Amick and show host Doug Battle break down Georgia's performance against Arkansas before looking ahead to an early edition of The Deep South's Oldest Rivalry. This episode is brought to you by The Last Resort Grill in Athens, Georgia.Follow The Savage Pads Podcast on Twitter & Instagram @savagepads. Our fourth episode as part of the UGASports.com Rivals Podcast Network releases Friday and will feature Vince Dooley as well as JT Daniels' high school coach. Stay tuned. 

New York Times bestselling author and Senior ESPN College Football writer Mark Schlabach joins the show to discuss his College Football Playoff predictions, expectations for Todd Monken's UGA offense, his thoughts on the quarterback competition, and the time his dog ran onto the field at Sanford Stadium.Then, frequent guest of the show, former Tennessee fan, and future US hero Cory Amick rejoins the podcast for a recap of UGA's offseason, predictions for both the UGA offense and the UGA defense, and the weekly pick 6 segment - where Cory and Doug make their picks for 6 of this week's biggest college football games as well as a score prediction for UGA-Arkansas. This episode is brought to you by The Last Resort Grill in Athens, Georgia. Follow The Savage Pads Podcast on Twitter & Instagram @savagepads. Our third episode as part of the UGASports.com Rivals Podcast Network releases next week. Stay tuned. 

Lou Groza Award winner Rodrigo Blankenship joins show host Doug Battle to kick off season 3. Rod discusses just about everything he can think of in this episode - his transition to the NFL, his love for Star Wars LEGOs, his famed goggles, how he turned down a Florida scholarship to walk on at UGA, how he almost left UGA, his memories from the Rose Bowl, his sports journalism aspirations, his relationship with Quavo, UGAs current kicking battle, and more. Rodrigo also takes a moment to thank Dawg fans for their support over the years. This episode is brought to listeners by Southern Brewing Company. Follow The Savage Pads Podcast on Twitter & Instagram @savagepads. Episode 2 featuring Mark Schlabach releases on Thursday, 9/24. 

2014 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Thomas Davis joins the show to discuss his return to the NFL, the mentality that has enabled him to play some of his best football after 3 ACL surgeries, and his thoughts on this Georgia defense's opportunity to prove that defense wins championships. Then, former UGA and current Carolina Panthers running back Elijah Holyfield calls in to discuss what he expects from the UGA rushing attack against an LSU defense that he averaged 8 yards per carry against just a year ago. In the show's final segment, deadpan college football fanalyst Cory Amick performs his patented Coach O impression and gives his thoughts on Alabama's bowl projections. 

Former UGA wide receiver Michael Bennett joins the show to discuss the 2013 Georgia-LSU classic, the wide receivers who need to step up in this Georgia-LSU showdown, and rumors surrounding his former Offensive Coordinator Mike Bobo. Then, frequent show correspondent Caleb Guinn joins Doug live in studio to discuss Georgia's performance against Tech, predictions for championship week, and what it will take for UGA to silence their doubters in the SEC Championship Game. 

Brook Whitmire (the voice of Sanford Stadium) joins the show to discuss "Clean, Old Fashioned Hate" in an episode centered around Georgia's upcoming matchup with Georgia Tech. Brook breaks down his thoughts on UGA's performance against Texas A&M, negativity amongst Dawg Nation, and the Dawgs' chances at a playoff birth. Then, college football fanalyst Caleb Guinn rejoins the show to discuss standout performers against A&M and predictions for rivalry week. 

In an episode brought to listeners by Graduate Athens, former UGA tight end Isaac Nauta joins the show to discuss Jacob Eason, Matthew Stafford, and the 2019 UGA team.Then, Cory Amick returns for a roast of Gus Malzahn and his Auburn Tigers following Saturday's loss to the Dawgs. In the show's final segment, expert fanalyst Caleb Guinn breaks down Georgia's performance against Auburn and previews Texas A&M. 

In an episode brought to our listeners by HOTWORX, former Georgia Bulldogs and current Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Terry Godwin joins the show to discuss the Deep South's Oldest Rivalry as well as the Georgia-Auburn games he took part in. Then, show regular Cory Amick returns to break down his thoughts on how LSU's victory over Alabama impacts Georgia. The first female president of the UGA Spike Squad, Katelyn Caudill, then joins the show to discuss her Spike Squad experience as well as a few memories from The Deep South's Oldest Rivalry. And in the show's final segment, college football fanalyst Caleb Guinn reviews Georgia's performance against Mizzou, evaluates this Auburn team, and makes predictions for a big week coming up in college football. 

Former UGA running back Brendan Douglas joins the show to discuss his flip from Georgia Tech to UGA, his flip against Mizzou in 2013, and the key for this Georgia offense coming off a great performance against Florida. Then, Cory Amick returns and so does the Savage Pads Savagery segment. Show host Doug Battle and Cory roast Florida before looking ahead to Georgia-Missouri. Frequent show correspondent Caleb Guinn recaps the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly from the World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party. And in the show's final segment, Caleb and Doug make their picks for this week's biggest games before discussing their expectations for Georgia in their upcoming showdown with Missouri. 

Former UGA running back Richard Samuel joins the show to discuss his legendary performance against Florida in 2011. Richard breaks down his mindset ahead of that game as well as the offensive changes that enabled the 2011 team to right the ship after a tough home loss to South CarolinaThen,  Cory Amick returns for a special SEC Spooky Season segment which involves roasts of Florida, Tennessee, Georgia Tech, Alabama, and Auburn.  And in a more serious segment, Cory and Doug breakdown each team's advantages going into the World's largest Outdoor Cocktail Party. 

In an episode brought to you by Mama Jewel's Kitchen, Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman Jr. joins the show to discuss his transition to the NFL.  Mecole shares about his chemistry with NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes, breaks down the underutilized receivers on Georgia's team, and details what it will take for Georgia to win in Jacksonville. Then, Caleb Guinn joins the show for a Pick 6 segment that features a cameo from former UGA safety Jonah Guinn. In the Extra Point segment, Caleb and Doug make predictions for the World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party. 

In part 2 of our Georgia/Florida special, former UGA and Miami Dolphins tight end Arthur Lynch joins the show to discuss his unique journey to the US Army. Arthur also breaks down how his 2012 Georgia team overcame an early season loss to South Carolina to make the SEC Championship game, and he discusses what it will take for this Georgia team to turn their season around ahead of a pivotal matchup with Florida in Jacksonville. Following the Dawg Til I Die segment, frequent show correspondent Cory Amick rejoins the show to evaluate Georgia's offense against Kentucky. Then, Cory and show host Doug Battle look ahead to their expectations for Georgia's offense coming out of the bye week. 

In an episode brought to listeners by The Red Zone, two time Walter Payton Man of the Year finalist and Bart Starr Award winner Benjamin Watson joins the show to discuss his heart for serving others and how UGA helped shape him into the man that he is today. Then Caleb Guinn joins the show for The Savage Pads Player of the Week, Smash Mouth All Star of the Week, and Pick Six segments. This is part one of what will likely be a four part Georgia-Florida special. 

In an episode brought to you by Tailgate Georgia, Robert Edwards joins the show to discuss his historic performance against South Carolina in '95, his experience playing alongside Kirby Smart, and how Running Back U has allowed him to impact the lives and careers of recent Georgia running backs. Then, college football fanalyst Cory Amick joins the show to discuss what went wrong on Saturday and what absolutely has to change if Georgia is to right the ship and contend for a college football playoff spot. In the show's final bit, Caleb Guinn returns for his weekly pick 6 segment as well as a look ahead at Georgia's upcoming battle with Kentucky.

Former UGA team captain Brandon Kublanow joins the show to break down Georgia's offensive line play this year under Sam Pittman, the strength staff that has quietly transformed Georgia football, and the Dawgs' claim to Center U. Then, deadpan humor specialist Cory Amick returns to roast Auburn and the fashion in which they lost to Florida on Saturday. In the show's final segment, expert analyst Caleb Guinn gives his take on Georgia's performance against Tennessee and makes a few predictions for a big week coming up in college football including a matchup between the Georgia Bulldogs and the South Carolina Gamecocks. 

Former First Team All-SEC kicker Marshall Morgan joins the show to discuss his game-winning overtime field goal against Tennessee in 2013. Marshall also discusses his relationship with Rodrigo Blankenship and what makes Hot Rod special both as a player and a person. Then, former Tennessee fan Cory Amick returns for a not-so-serious preview of UGA vs. Tennessee in the show's recurring Savage Pads Savagery segment. In the show's final segment, Caleb Guinn dives deep into last week's Notre Dame game and looks ahead to UGA's second SEC road test in Knoxville. 

In an episode brought to Dawg fans by Wright Photo, Rose Bowl Champion Davin Bellamy joins the show to break down the play that saved Georgia's 2018 season against Notre Dame. Davin discusses how Georgia's road crowd impacted that team in what was one of the greatest games in Georgia football history and makes his prediction for this year's matchup. Then, College Football Hall of Fame safety Scott Woerner joins to discuss his National Championship-sealing interception against Notre Dame in 1980, his nephew Charlie Woerner who starts for the Dawgs on offense, and more. Frequent show correspondents Cory Amick and Caleb Guinn return to roast Georgia Tech, break down Georgia's performance against Arkansas State, and look ahead to the biggest home game of the season. 

Former UGA Tight End and William V. Campbell Trophy semi-finalist Jackson Harris joins the show to catch Dawg fans up on his NFL pursuit and discuss how James Coley has opened up the offense for UGA's current tight ends. Then, Cory Amick returns with another epic roast of Tennessee before several members of the UGA Spike Squad join the show in the first ever Savage Pads Super Fan Segment. In the show's final segment, guest analyst Caleb Guinn returns to break down UGA's performance against Murray State before looking ahead to Arkansas State. 

Radio host and New York Times best-selling author Rick Burgess joins the show to discuss his most recent conversations with Kirby Smart, Nick Saban, and the President of the United States. Rick and Doug discuss the hype surrounding Bo Nix at Auburn, and Rick's alter-ego Dicky Nadmire makes a special visit. Cory Amick returns from his roasting of Feleipe Franks to burn Tennessee football to the ground with his unique brand of sarcasm. In the show's final segment, recurring guest Caleb Guinn breaks down the good, the bad, and the ugly from Georgia's performance against Vanderbilt before looking ahead to a big week 2 in college football. 

UGA's all time leading receiver Terrence Edwards returns to the show to discuss his part in one of the greatest plays in UGA history. Terrence also breaks down the current group of wide receivers going into the 2019 season. Former UGA tight end and current Nashville resident Jeb Blazevich shares his favorite spots in Nashville for Dawg fans who are Tennessee-bound this weekend and details expectations for tight end Charlie Woerner. Frequent show correspondent Caleb Guinn joins host Doug Battle to make preseason predictions for the 2019 Georgia team, and Cory Amick returns to the show for a roast of Feleipe Franks. 

To kick off Season 2 of The Savage Pads Podcast, we look back on some of our favorite interviews from Season 1. The Voice of Sanford Stadium Brook Whitmire recalls one of his greatest memories in his years of attending every game. College Football Hall of Fame / ESPN College Football Analyst Matt Stinchcomb details what Kirby Smart was like as a player and gives an impression of his former teammate. NFL linebacker Davin Bellamy explains the origins of his trademark "ice in my veins" celebration from the 2018 Georgia-Notre Dame game. Former UGA defensive back Aaron Davis details how he became an integral part of Georgia's 2018 Rose Bowl team after walking on to the team years before. Former UGA Head Coach, Athletic Director, and National Champion Vince Dooley explains what separates Jake Fromm from other five star quarterbacks.