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Justin and Dan dissect Auburn football finding a way to overcome a brutal first half to secure a much-needed win over Arkansas. Topics for this episode include:* what in the world happened from the first half to the second half?* the body blow effect* finishing close games matters* Byrum Brown showing his experience in the face of major adversity* Shadarius Toodle coming out of nowhere for a monster debut* how Auburn’s defense got home and kept the Tigers in the game* Auburn’s crowd showing up and making a difference in a win* the offensive line using yet another arrangement to make something happen* young players and depth pieces showing promise for the future* all the frustrating mistakes for the Tigers that just aren’t getting cleaned up* Alex McPherson getting another game-winning moment* a quick preview of Auburn basketball vs. a tough App State squad* as promised, Sonic talk* El DiabloThis episode was recorded at Hey Day Market — A vibrant, bustling multi-concept food hall in the heart of Auburn, featuring nine restaurants serving thoughtfully creative and delicious menus, plus a full-service bar, coffee roastery and taproom.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 check in from their new podcast home to analyze a must-win matchup for football and look back at a strong basketball opener. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:* welcome to the Hey Day Market era of The Observer podcast* (Justin accidentally makes it so that they only record some of the episode there)* the switch from a brutal October to a promising-looking November* why this Arkansas matchup is a good opportunity on paper* Auburn’s offensive line is once again under the microscope* can the Tigers’ defense show that last month had more to do with the opponents?* you’re not the underdog anymore, so don’t give the other side opportunities* Dan makes a tough point about winning as a sizable home favorite* well, that basketball opener was pretty different!* defense turning back the clock* Auburn went from two guards to potentially four combo options* ball movement, balance and banging home 3-pointers* why these Tigers look better connected on and off the floor* homework: watch an old Jason Alexander commercial This is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.

Justin and Dan break down what’s gone wrong for Auburn after another lopsided loss and look ahead to what must happen in November. Topics for this episode include:* Auburn’s defense being the opposite of clutch on third downs and in the red zone* how the Tigers failed to run the ball again — and how it’s officially a “you problem”* what is the defensive identity in Year 3 under DJ Durkin?* the multiple reasons Auburn failed to affect Trinidad Chambliss* penalties, critical mistakes and other self-inflicted wounds on all three sides* why it’s not just one thing wrong with this Auburn offense* you better hope that fourth quarter was just conditional surrender * the potential turnaround in November — as well as the pitfalls* a big-picture question about talent evaluation and what must come next* a quick look at Auburn basketball’s season-opening opponent* gelato* The Dan Peck Bowl on Monday night in women’s basketball* early scouting on Thanksgiving leftover sandwichesIf 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 break down what Auburn football needs to do to pull off another big road upset when it heads to Ole Miss. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:* one last whack at the pinata* both sides of the chocolate coin* what another massive road upset could mean for Auburn* the importance of keeping the game close early* position groups for Auburn that need to rise from the dead on Halloween* “Byrum Brown is The Thing”* Trinidad’s unique set of skills* why Auburn’s offense can succeed against Ole Miss* gigantic news at the end of the show* apologies in advance to The CultThis is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.

Justin and Dan break down all that went wrong for Auburn in a lopsided loss to LSU in its return home to Jordan-Hare Stadium. Topics for this episode include:* an electric crowd gets unplugged* how the tables turned so quickly* early signs of trouble* a lack of answers* the consequences of consistently coming up short in the biggest home games of the season* evaluating where Auburn needs to improve (and how they can do it)* the preferred nomenclature of Southeastern Louisiana UniversityIf 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 break down what they think will matter the most in Auburn’s return home to face LSU in a huge SEC showdown. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:* a winning streak?* the role that turnovers played in the win over UGA* the challenge of putting last week in the rearview mirror* why Auburn can win this game at the line of scrimmage * Byrum Brown (and Joel Gordon) serving their critics some humble pie * will Auburn revert to its pre-UGA run defense?* progress on the offensive line?* rattling Sam Leavitt’s cage* theme songs for closers * family-friendly (and not so friendly) horror movies* Halloween-themed MST3K talk for the real sickosThis is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comFriends 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. Enjoy.The boys reconvene to share their thoughts on Auburn’s win at Georgia, the …

Justin and Dan go long on one of the biggest Auburn football wins in a very long time: An upset over No. 1 rival Georgia in Athens. Topics for this episode include:* they decided not to cancel the season after two losses!* the historical context of the upset* why this all feels so different — and yet so familiar* Auburn believing in itself for all 60 minutes* Byrum Brown out-performing Gunner Stockton in his own stadium* the Tigers playing clean football and taking advantage of mistakes for a change* Elijah Melendez and Bryce Deas turning into the Super Mario Bros* Auburn fighting back in a huge way in run defense without Xavier Atkins* how the Tigers blocked their tails off, across the board* The Alex McPherson Story* give those Group of Five receivers their due!* could we have seen this coming earlier?* MIDDLE EIGHT ALERT* “So you can see You Can See Everything”* Grubserver: Athens Weekend Edition* Justin and Dan give their top four barbecue sides* yes, this episode is two hours longIf 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 Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry tradition, Jordan Hill of Dawgs247 is here to preview Auburn at Georgia with Justin and Dan. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include:* the importance of a fast start* turnovers* potential vulnerabilities in Georgia’s lineup* “The only way out is through” * how Auburn’s run defense responds after getting hatcheted in Knoxville* screens and draws* Georgia’s secret weapon: depth* Mabsolutely* a little bonus Grubserver chatter* Dan and Jordan review the 1985 film WitnessThis is a premium podcast for Observer subscribers only. You can join by clicking the button below or going to this link.Follow Dan (@dnpck) and Justin (@JFergusonAU) on Twitter.

Justin and Dan go through their annual position-by-position breakdown of the Auburn basketball roster before the season gets rolling. Topics for this episode include:* the preseason SEC outlook* what is at stake for the Tigers in 2026-2027* “Overton and Pettiford” sounds like a singer-songwriter duo* “Le Croque Monstre”* Lobburn?* “He goes like… 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