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The Tailgate Replay

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Former Gator Pitcher Jeff Cardozo, Gainesville Sun columnist Pat Dooley talk Gators and what else is happening in the world of sports M-F 4pm - 6 pm

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On Friday's show, Graham Hall joined Zach Abolverdi for the final day before FLAGA. They discussed with callers the importance of this game for Jon Sumrall, as well as the discussion of Aaron Philo being named the starter. Additionally, Graham broke ... more

On Thursday's episode of The Tailgate, Jeff Cardozo and Zach Abolverdi continued the countdown to Florida Football's showdown against Georgia. They spoke to Jeff Dantzler, the voice of the Georgia Bulldogs, and discussed the the Brewers winning the W... more

On Wednesday’s show, Jeff Cardozo and Zach Abolverdi previewed Florida football’s Saturday matchup against Georgia and discussed their takeaways from the Gators men’s basketball team’s performance against Stetson.

Zach Abolverdi and special guest Paul Gardner discuss Florida's matchup this weekend against the Georgia Bulldogs, going through the latest news on the Gators quarterback situation.

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Recent Guests

Jack DeLongchamps
D1 Baseball contributor and former college baseball player
D1Baseball
Episode: The Tailgate 10/22/2026
John Lieberger
Associate Director of Clinical Research, UF Health, Department of Neurosurgery
UF Health
Episode: The Tailgate: 10/15/26
Shane Matthews
Former Gator quarterback
Episode: The Tailgate: 10/09/26
Kevin Farmer
UF Health Orthopedics and Sports Medicine physician
UF Health
Episode: Tailgate Rewind (09/17/2026)
Aaron Filo
Gators quarterback/player
Florida Gators
Episode: The Tailgate Rewind 9/14/2026
John Somerall
Gator Talk guest coach
Florida Gators Football
Episode: The Tailgate Rewind 9/14/2026
Miles Graham
Gators defender/player
Florida Gators
Episode: The Tailgate Rewind 9/14/2026
Kyle Cohan
Leonardo's restaurant owner, guest on air
Leonardo's
Episode: The Tailgate Rewind (09/10/26)
Mark Whittemore
Buholtz football coach
Buholtz High School
Episode: The Tailgate (9/3/26)

Hosts

Jeff Cardozo
Host of The Tailgate; longtime Gainesville sports broadcaster with UF affiliation.
Zach Abolverdi
Co-host; sports writer with UF Gator sports network ties.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • I Miss Pat & Robbie

    This is like listening to fm morning radio on a country station.

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    2
    Zapp426623
    United States5 months ago
  • Review

    Show is much better without Dooley Jeff actually knows sports as does Steve Russell

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Gator’65
    United States2 years ago
  • Pat is a legend

    Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zapp426623
    United States4 years ago
  • Duuuuvaaal

    Actually Pat, alachua county among other counties are bigger then duval. The city or Jacksonville was the biggest city until two cities in Alaska combined. And we’ve said duuuvvaall like this since the early 90’s.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    904🐊
    United States6 years ago
  • Thank You!

    That was great hanging up on that guy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    904🐊
    United States6 years ago

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A few critiques mention nostalgia-heavy segments can overshadow current events.
Listeners value guest variety and depth on UF sports topics.
Some feedback notes strong host banter and live caller engagement.
Fans appreciate the local Gainesville energy and insider access.

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The Tailgate 10/20/2026
Q: How might the expanded playoff determine which teams host games when teams have the same record?
Jeff says the committee would rank the teams based on their resumes, so the higher-ranked team would host.
The Tailgate 10/20/2026
Q: What can Florida learn from Auburn's win over Georgia to prepare for the Bulldogs?
The hosts say Florida should pressure and rattle the quarterback, force turnovers, and protect its own quarterback by limiting sacks.
The Tailgate 10/19/2026
Q: What are your thoughts on the quarterback? Do you think it totally depends on Filo's health, or do you think the coaches have a hard decision to make or play two of them?
Zach Abolverdi says the decision may depend on Aaron Filo's availability for Georgia. If Filo is healthy, he expects him to start; if Tramell Jones starts and wins again, especially against Georgia, the coaches could face a more complicated choice.
The Tailgate 10/19/2026
Q: Did Florida win this game or did Texas lose it?
The hosts say both teams contributed: Florida adjusted its offense and defense effectively after halftime, while Texas failed to respond and made costly decisions.
The Tailgate (10/21/2026)
Q: Does Pat McAfee seem to be anti-Gator?
Cardozo says he would not characterize McAfee as anti-Gator, describing him instead as an animated college football fan who works to energize crowds and learn teams' traditions.

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Two Gainesville-area sports hosts deliver a fast-paced mix of Florida Gators football analysis, local college sports chatter, and fan interaction, often interleaving sponsor reads and community updates. Episodes span quarterback debates, coaching moves, NIL and roster talk, plus behind-the-scenes looks at facilities, recruiting ecosystems, and regional sports business. A standout is the hyper-local focus on Gainesville and UF, with strong listener engagement, live calls, and a format that blends nostalgia with current sports discourse and sponsor partnerships. This show is likely to appeal to die-hard college football fans, regional sports enthusiasts, and people who enjoy candid, banter-heavy sports radio with tight sponsor integration.

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1. Jack DeLongchamps
2. John Lieberger
3. Shane Matthews
4. Kevin Farmer
5. Aaron Filo
6. John Somerall
7. Miles Graham
8. Kyle Cohan

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