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

Will Ogburn
SEC Football
SEC
College Football
Alabama
Georgia
College Football Playoff
Texas
Texas A&M
LSU
Florida
Ole Miss
Clemson
Oklahoma
Lane Kiffin
Auburn
NFL Draft
NCAA
Tennessee
SEC Championship
Ohio State

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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We have a phenomenal Week 2 slate in the SEC. Connor and Will preview all the Power Conference action with picks for Mizzou-Kansas, Arizona State-Texas A&M, Oklahoma-Michigan, Alabama-Kentucky, Mississippi State-Minnesota, Tennessee-Georgia Tech, Ohi... more

LSU did the unthinkable. It made us think even less of Chad Morris! Connor and Will recap a Bayou beatdown of Clemson and what the real takeaways should be from the historically lopsided showdown in Baton Rouge. The guys break down Auburn's thrilling... more

We made it. Week 1 is HERE. Connor and Will have a full rundown of the SEC action, including previews for Auburn-Baylor, Clemson-LSU and Louisville-Ole Miss, as well as some big-picture questions for the SEC. SEC Network anchor Dari Nowkhah joined th... more

We have quarterback battles decided! In an interview-less pod, Connor and Will go five-wide and discuss all the decided QB battles in the SEC. Is Keelon Russell's emergence going to give Alabama a cheat code at quarterback? Does Faizon Brandon starti... more

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Recent Guests

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
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
Zach Osterman
Indiana University insider and Indy Star reporter, author
Indy Star
Episode: The SEC Fall Camp Hype Train! Zach Osterman talks IU title & Auburn
Billy Liucci
Mr. TexAgs, Texas A&M insider
TexAgs
Episode: The OG Kickoff | SEC Media Day 2 with Billy Liucci, Trey Wallace & Tony Barnhart
Brooks Austin
Guest reporter, joined live on air
On3
Episode: Live from SEC Media Days! Frustrated Greg Sankey & Ahmad Hardy update
JD Pickell
Guest, discussed live show dynamics
On3 / Independent
Episode: Live from SEC Media Days! Frustrated Greg Sankey & Ahmad Hardy update
Tony Barnhart
Scheduled guest for tomorrow
Mr. College Football
Episode: Live from SEC Media Days! Frustrated Greg Sankey & Ahmad Hardy update
Trey Wallace
Scheduled guest for tomorrow
Trae Wallace / College Football News
Episode: Live from SEC Media Days! Frustrated Greg Sankey & Ahmad Hardy update

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 States6 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 States7 months ago
  • Welcome back

    Good luck!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🍰🍰🍊🍊🍉🍉
    United States7 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 States7 months ago
  • OG congrats

    Forget SDS. New opportunities 👍

    🇹🇹🦈

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OxMS Reb
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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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.

The SEC Fall Camp Hype Train! Zach Osterman talks IU title & Auburn
Q: What made Indiana's resurgence possible according to Zach Osterman?
Osterman points to pivot moments like the Iowa and Oregon games, the leadership of Curt Cignetti, a strong, experienced coaching staff, and a culture built around deliberate process and accountable details.
Mailbag! Brent Venables' new deal, Peter Burns on viral tweet & Year 1 coaches
Q: What was your take on international college football games?
The hosts discuss the appeal of neutral-site and international games, weighing fan experience against home-campus logistics, with a preference for more campus-based games but acknowledging the potential revenue and exposure benefits of international matchups.
Drafting SEC WRs for 2026, Roddy Jones talks ACC, Buster Faulkner & career
Q: That included last week discussing my SEC quarterback rankings. When you saw Arch Manning at three, how irate were you?
Roddy explains he wasn't irate; he wanted the reasoning behind the ranking and appreciated the logic behind the evaluation, while acknowledging Arch's strong finish and development during the season.
Ranking SEC coaches, Ben Garrett talks viral Lane Kiffin moment & 2026 Ole Miss
Q: What makes Lane Kiffin a top coach in the SEC today despite not having a playoff appearance?
His track record at Ole Miss shows multiple double-digit win seasons, ability to rebuild a struggling program, and success in recruiting and player acquisition that translates to competitive performance on big stages and in conference play, even if a national playoff appearance hasn't materialized yet.
Who is having the worst time in the 2020s? Polarizing A&M with Tony Catalina
Q: Who has had the worst time in the 2020s, Auburn, Nebraska, or Washington State?
The hosts conclude that Auburn has a strong claim to the top spot early in the decade, but Nebraska and Washington State are also in the running due to long droughts, coaching instability, and conference realignment fallout; by the end of the discussion, Nebraska is positioned as the leading candidate for the worst time, given ongoing struggles and the combination of performance and program trajectory.

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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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1. Dari Nowkhah
2. Jim Dunaway
3. Fred Segal
4. Zach Osterman
5. Billy Liucci
6. Brooks Austin
7. JD Pickell
8. Tony Barnhart

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