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The OG Kickoff w/ Connor O'Gara and Will Ogburn

Will Ogburn
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Georgia
College Football Playoff
Texas
Texas A&M
Florida
LSU
Ole Miss
Oklahoma
Clemson
Lane Kiffin
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Tennessee
Ohio State
SEC Media Days
Heisman Trophy

Connor O'Gara and Will Ogburn return to the mic for The OG Kickoff - your new home for authentic SEC football talk. We’re bringing you the same chemistry and hard-hitting coverage you’ve followed for years, straight from the source. From the latest news and biggest stories to the game's most interesting players and coaches, we cover the conference with the depth of insiders and the passion of fans... more

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Latest Episodes

It's Week 8! The guys have a full breakdown of the SEC action ahead with previews for Tennessee-South Carolina, LSU-Auburn, Ole Miss-Texas, Bama-A&M, Vandy-Kentucky and Oklahoma-Mississippi State. Geoff Collins joined the show to talk about Tennessee... more

It was the craziest day in the history of college football. Five top-7 teams went down for the first time ever. The guys have a full recap of a bananas day, including Auburn stunning No. 1 Georgia, Florida knocking off Texas with Tramell Jones Jr., T... more

It's already Week 7, but fear not. The guys have a full preview at the midway point of the season. They discuss whether Arch Manning's now-or-never game is coming vs. Florida, the bounce-back battle on the Bayou between Mississippi State and LSU, a l... more

It was a wild, loaded Saturday in the SEC. The guys dig into everything, including Georgia's controversial win at Alabama, Oklahoma stunning Texas, Connor witnessing Kentucky take down LSU, South Carolina's beatdown of reeling Florida, Mizzou sinking... more

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Recent Guests

CJ Baxter
Kentucky Running Back
Kentucky Wildcats
Episode: Now or never for Arch & Austin Simmons revenge? CJ Baxter talks UK's rise & Texas
Mike Wright
Former college quarterback (Vanderbilt, Northwestern, Mississippi State, ECU)
Former college programs, now sports partnerships at Georgia Power
Episode: Georgia-Bama in a hurricane? Red River Ruh-roh? Mike Wright talks wild career & Kamario
Isaiah Sategna
Oklahoma wide receiver
Oklahoma Sooners
Episode: Keelon vs. Kamario, can Florida avoid a letdown? Isaiah Sategna on roots & WR development
Chris Doering
Florida football legend; guest discussing Florida-Ole Miss and related topics
Florida Gators (former player)
Episode: A historic Week 4 awaits! Chris Doering on Florida's offense & Ole Miss showdown
Ari Wasserman
On3 analyst, guest on this episode
On3
Episode: Who wins Lane Kiffin's return to Ole Miss? Ari Wasserman on Texas & LSU-Ole Miss
Dari Nowkhah
College football analyst
SEC Network / ESPN
Episode: Week 1 is here! Lane vs. Dabo, Dari Nowkhah on the wild 2026 that awaits
Jim Dunaway
Sports journalist and Alabama football analyst
The OG Kickoff guest
Episode: Dae'Quan Wright's "history," SEC comebacks, Jim Dunaway on Keelon Russell & Bama
Peter Burns
Sports broadcaster, guest on the show
ESPN/SEC Network (as context from career)
Episode: Mailbag! Brent Venables' new deal, Peter Burns on viral tweet & Year 1 coaches
Fred Segal
Author of Freezing Cold Takes College Football; behind Old Takes Exposed
Old Takes Exposed / Freezing Cold Takes
Episode: Overreacting to the AP Top 25 & the coldest CFB takes w/ Fred Segal

Hosts

Connor O'Gara
Host of The OG Kickoff, noted SEC insider with long-running on-air persona.
Will Ogburn
Co-host known for energetic co-host dynamics and insider commentary.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Timestamps PLEASE

    PLEASE use timestamps in the episode description so we can skip boring segments like a Brian Kelly yap fest

    Apple Podcasts
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    Sasquatch Jones
    United States7 months ago
  • SDS

    I can’t even think of a word to describe how insanely stupid of a decision it was to layoff O’Gara. I’ve been watching college football my entire life and following SDS since its inception. O’Gara made SDS what it was. He was their top talent by a long shot. Clearly, that company is bound for failure. On the bright side, I think this could turn out really well for O’Gara. So many journalists seem to be going independent these days. Plus, I gotta think companies like Barstool or The Ringer would ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Monda 859
    United States8 months ago
  • Welcome back

    Good luck!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🍰🍰🍊🍊🍉🍉
    United States8 months ago
  • Favorite Football Podcast

    I have listened to Connor and Will for years now. My go to breakdown of SEC games also including other relevant

    conference teams. Excited for the future of your channel and this podcast! God bless you both!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GA Dawg Lady
    United States8 months ago
  • OG congrats

    Forget SDS. New opportunities 👍

    🇹🇹🦈

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OxMS Reb
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience feedback often notes biased co-host dynamics and calls for balance.
Hosts deliver deep SEC breakdowns with entertaining banter.
Listeners appreciate fresh formats and insider perspectives since the SDS shift.
Show is seen as a go-to for SEC-centric news and analysis with strong host chemistry.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Georgia-Bama in a hurricane? Red River Ruh-roh? Mike Wright talks wild career & Kamario
Q: Now that you're not in college, which game do you want to attend the most? If I could just say, attend any game as a fan this year.
Mike Wright picks a marquee in-state rivalry (the Egg Bowl context is discussed) and expresses interest in experiencing a competitive, high-energy SEC atmosphere as a fan, highlighting the appeal of watching two strong programs with deep histories compete in a dramatic setting.
Georgia-Bama in a hurricane? Red River Ruh-roh? Mike Wright talks wild career & Kamario
Q: What have your thoughts been on watching Kamario so far and seeing what he's done in the Lebby offense? It just kind of feels like he's just such a perfect fit.
Wright explains that the air raid offense is hard to install for any quarterback, but Kamario Taylor has benefitted from a staged, long-term development process under Lebby, gaining confidence and maturity, and Wright emphasizes Kamario's physical tools, leadership, and potential to grow into a premier college signal-caller.
Georgia-Bama in a hurricane? Red River Ruh-roh? Mike Wright talks wild career & Kamario
Q: Tell us what you've been up to because you go from being able to play college football at a high level, I'm sure you'd like an opportunity just to be able to play football somewhere else, but figuring out what that is, even in this landscape where there's a lot more options than what there was even 10, 15 years ago, just what's your football journey up to these days?
Mike Wright discusses his post-college path, including a year at East Carolina where he played multiple positions, a stint in Seattle, and his current role in sports partnerships at Georgia Power, which keeps him close to football through NIL work and local teams in Atlanta, while enjoying a different perspective away from the field.
A historic Week 4 awaits! Chris Doering on Florida's offense & Ole Miss showdown
Q: What makes Florida's offense work so well this season?
Doering points to a physical, unselfish philosophy rooted in Faulkner's scheme, complemented by a capable quarterback play and strong line play, which together create balance and efficiency even under pressure.
Who wins Lane Kiffin's return to Ole Miss? Ari Wasserman on Texas & LSU-Ole Miss
Q: What did Ari make of Arch Manning's performance against Ohio State and its impact on Texas' trajectory?
Ari argued that Arch's clutch, long drives and late comeback against Ohio State marked a watershed moment for Texas, signaling a new era of quarterback composure and credibility for Sark's program, while acknowledging there are still big questions about Texas' path through a tough schedule.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The OG Kickoff

What is The OG Kickoff about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A seasoned SEC-focused show that blends in-depth game analysis with insider storytelling and humorous banter. Featured topics include conference power dynamics, coaching moves, media-day moments, and playoff/realignment chatter, all through the lens of two hosts who mix data-driven breakdowns with personality-driven debate. Notably, guests frequently come from major college football media and insider circles, providing cross-network perspectives while the hosts maintain a fan-friendly, transparent approach that helps listeners decide which programs or narratives to watch this season. The show stands out for its consistent SEC-centric coverage, long-running chemistry, and willingness to rank, draft, and argue through hot-take style debates w... more

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4. Chris Doering
5. Ari Wasserman
6. Dari Nowkhah
7. Jim Dunaway
8. Peter Burns

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