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The Auburn Observer

Justin Ferguson

Justin Ferguson and friends take you inside the stats, strategies and stories of Auburn basketball and football. www.auburnobserver.com

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Episode 513: Let It Rip (Baylor Preview)

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/08/28

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comWe made it. Let’s talk about an actual football game happening this week. Justin and Dan are previewing Auburn-Baylor. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:* is Auburn’s defense going to be strong again? (we could find out early)* why it’s important to look at the context with Baylor’s offense from last season* who will provide the pass rush for the Tigers?* can Auburn make its extra depth at running back

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65:34

Episode 512: Walk the Talk

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/08/26

Before Justin and Dan preview Auburn vs. Baylor later this week, they go deep on some aspects of the Tigers’ roster heading into the 2025 season. Topics for this episode include:* all the defensive “ORs” on the depth chart and what they mean* why that Dave Aranda quote makes more sense than some Auburn fans think* “believe it when you see it” when it comes to Auburn’s offense* Baylor’s defensive strengths and how Auburn might have to attack them* the pass protection questions and the commitment to

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79:14

Episode 511: Iron Sharpens Iron (feat. Jay Busbee)

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/08/24

After Justin and Dan talk about the SEC’s move to a 3-6-6 scheduling format in football, Jay Busbee of Yahoo! Sports joins the show to discuss his new book, Iron in the Blood: How the Alabama vs. Auburn Rivalry Shaped the Soul of the South. Topics for this show include:* Justin’s victory lap for the 3-6-6 Mafia* Dan’s correct point about how this was the only way to go to nine games* a discussion of which team Auburn should get as its third permanent opponent* an interesting note that Notre Dame

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4:25

The 2025 Auburn Grubserver Awards Show

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/08/22

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comIt’s the third annual Auburn Grubserver podcast episode — but the inaugural awards show. Hundreds of Observer subscribers voted for their favorite restaurants in the Auburn/Opelika area in the following categories, with Justin and Dan guiding you through the selections:* Barbecue* Breakfast* Burgers* Chicken Fingers* Chinese* Fine(r) Dining* Ice Cream* Italian* Japanese* Korean* Mexican* Pizza* Sports Bar* WingsThe

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84:57

Episode 510: Camp Cleanup

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/08/19

Justin and Dan have plenty to talk about from a busy last few days for Auburn football both on and off the practice field. Topics for this episode include:* why Auburn is claiming those national championships right now* Cam Newton officially getting his jersey number retired* how Hugh Freeze’s three-quarterback comments shouldn’t be taken too seriously* the offensive line’s pass protection issues in the preseason* could Auburn’s defensive front just be that good?* the importance of running the dang

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4:36

Episode 509: Reaction Time

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/08/15

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan return from interview sessions with Auburn’s defensive assistants and another busy practice viewing window with their thoughts on the Tigers, mainly on offense. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:* the rash of injury issues at receiver and how that affected Thursday’s practice* Jackson Arnold, Hugh Freeze and the Steve Spurrier moment* why there should still be plenty of caution about

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79:37

Episode 510: Weapons

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/08/12

Justin and Dan share what they heard from Auburn’s offensive assistant coaches after the first scrimmage of preseason camp and another weekend of practices on the Plains. Topics for this episode include:* what we heard from Friday’s scrimmage* how Auburn’s offensive line has still got some work to do in one key area* why running the dang ball is important for an offense led by Jackson Arnold * Arnold’s continued progression, including Kent Austin’s thoughts* the two leaders emerging at wide

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3:28

Episode 507: Drink Up

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/08/08

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comLet’s talk some more Auburn football — along with some Auburn basketball. Justin and Dan discuss what they’ve seen so far in this second week of preseason camp and discuss the new SEC schedule for basketball. Topics for this podcast include:* juice, energy, effort, etc. and the Perry Thompson moment on Thursday* why this felt …

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83:43

Episode 506: The Camper's Dilemma

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/08/03

Justin and Dan share their thoughts on what they saw from a lengthy Saturday practice for Auburn football at Jordan-Hare Stadium before giving a firsthand report from the athletic department’s Under Armour sale on campus. Topics include:* Omar Mabson II, Durell Robinson and an interesting running back room* Jackson Arnold’s up-and-down day, along with the other quarterbacks* why the defense beating the offense should be expected right now* what to make of Auburn’s offensive line through the first

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3:47

Episode 505: Touch Grass

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/08/01

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comFootball is back, y’all. Justin and Dan share what they saw and heard from the first two days of Auburn training camp. Topics for this podcast include:* how the Baylor game changes the format of camp* Auburn’s theme of “expectant” — or is it “expecting”* Malik Blocton and a defensive line that wants to go even deeper this fall* the running back room, with two i…

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85:49

Episode 504: The 2025 Breakout Draft

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/07/29

Justin and Dan make one final tuneup before the start of preseason practices for Auburn football by going back and forth with their picks of who they think will break out for the Tigers this fall. Topics on this podcast include:* Champ Anthony and his return from injury* Amaris Williams and his much-needed reset after a tough freshman season* Keyron Crawford and the race to replace Jalen McLeod* Perry Thompson and the potential for a sophomore surge* Damari Alston and his chances of becoming the

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3:40

Episode 503: Summer Camp

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/07/25

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan share what they’re wanting to see the most out of Auburn football’s preseason camp, which starts next week. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:* early returns on the Grubserver Awards ballots* the Durell Robinson factor in the running back situation* why Jeremiah Cobb has the potential to be a unique weapon in this offense* Perry Thompson, Bryce Cain and Sam Turner’s situations at

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87:14

Episode 502: Gotta Be Fresh

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/07/22

Justin and Dan are discussing freshmen, both current and past, for Auburn football heading into a make-or-break 2025 season. Topics for this episode include:* Auburn landing 4-star linebacker Jaquez Wilkes right before recording* the news that the Tigers will play Middle Tennessee State in 2027* a look back at the freshmen who broke through for Auburn last season* the position groups that Justin thinks will have the most freshman contributions* why the secondary is always a position to watch for

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3:58

Episode 501: Megamailbagopolis

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/07/18

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan open the next 500 episodes of the Observer podcast with a gigantic mailbag episode that covers a whole lot of offseason ground. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:* SEC teams we’re higher on after our time in Atlanta* the 2025 team’s talent level is the highest for Auburn football since…* the Jackson Arnold love from non-Auburn figures at SEC Media Days* Auburn’s play-calling setup on

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93:59

Episode 500: Electronic Media

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/07/17

It’s the 500th episode (!!!) of The Auburn Observer podcast, with Justin back in Auburn and Dan holding down the fort in Atlanta for the final stretch of SEC Media Days. Topics for this landmark show include:* the “small room” at SEC Media Days and why it’s important* Hugh Freeze wanting to shift the narrative around Auburn football this week* the change from “gotta make a bowl game” to… potential playoff hopes?* why projecting confidence is necessary after four straight losing seasons* Dan’s

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3:28

Episode 499: It Does Matter

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/07/11

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan gear up for SEC Media Days next week with some deep dives into the player reps for Auburn football. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:* why Auburn decided to send Jackson Arnold to Media Days* what that says about his importance to the Tigers in 2025* where Arnold needs to improve the most — and whe…

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78:25

Episode 498: The Biggest, The Largest

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/07/08

Justin and Dan are talking big men on this podcast, with a breakdown of Auburn football’s 2025 offensive line taking center stage in this episode. Topics include:* why all the fuss about Auburn football’s recruiting shouldn’t be that big of a deal* how Xavier Chaplin impacts the Tigers’ offensive line for 2025 and beyond* a look back at Auburn’s inconsistent offensive line over the past several years* the underrated success of Dillon Wade and the importance of him at guard* breaking down Mason

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86:01

Episode 496: Thermometry

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/06/24

NOTE: The Auburn Observer podcast is about to take a quick summer break. The next episode will be a premium one for subscribers on either July 3 or July 4. Justin and Dan run down some of the latest news involving Auburn football and Auburn basketball in this freewheeling offseason episode. Topics include:* Auburn football losing three commitments in less than two weeks* why the Tigers might have cooled off on the recruiting trail* how Auburn can’t sell early playing time and “potential” anymore*

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2:56

Episode 495: Auburn Basketball vs. The World

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/06/20

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.auburnobserver.comJustin and Dan take a look at Auburn basketball’s home and road splits for next season’s SEC schedule, which turns into an impromptu look at the rest of the rosters in the league before some Top 4s. Topics for this subscribers-only podcast include:* why Ole Miss, not Georgia, stayed on as Auburn’s second permanent home-and-home …

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89:20

Episode 494: The States of the Programs

The Auburn Observer ·

2025/06/17

Justin and Dan take a look at the previous school year for each of Auburn’s varsity sports — with more time going to their areas of expertise — and project where the programs stand before the next campaign. Topics include:* Auburn’s back-to-back top-five finishes in men’s track and a pair of event national titles * Jackson Koivun’s weekend at the U.S. Open and the continued success for Auburn golf* the work that Butch Thompson and Auburn baseball did to get back to contention* a solid debut season

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