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Justin and Dan break down Auburn football’s loss at Tennessee and takes a look at what could conceivably change during the off week. Topics for this episode include: * the distance between here and there * knowing what you can’t do * surprising defensive problems * how offensive lines get better over time * precision * outsmarting yourself * Omar’s here * 1990s & 2000s alternative rock * the Orthodox SEC 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.com Justin and Dan break down Auburn’s first shot at an upset in this challenging October slate: The first trip to Tennessee since 2013. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include: * hackers * rushing the passer without blitzing * running a “let ‘er rip” offense * why a slow start is a recipe for disaster * Auburn’s secondary * the baby bulls on Auburn’s offensive line * why this feels like a game where special teams could really matter * the oeuvre of Weird Al Yankovic 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 Auburn football finding a way to get a rare SEC home win before heading into a daunting October stretch. Topics for this episode include: * the last time Auburn won an SEC game at home in regulation * winning at the line of scrimmage * massive contributions from special teams * The X(avier Atkins) Factor * avoiding second-and-long * power hitters in Auburn’s lineup * pushing a big “let ‘er rip” button * desperation * “Pass the DDP” 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.com Justin and Dan preview what has become a very critical early-season test for the Tigers as the Commodores come to town. Topics for this subscribers-only episode include: * there’s still time… for now * does Auburn need a bigger boat? * how will the defense respond? * the high cost of a slow start for the offense * where Byrum Brown needs to improve (and how his teammates and coaches can help) * why 3rd and long simply can’t be an issue for the defense * the treacherous road ahead * Johni Broome: come talk movies with us * the best TV shows of the 2000s * Dan went to Dumb Starbucks??? 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 tackle all the angles of what went wrong for Auburn against Florida in another missed opportunity at home. Topics for this episode include: * the “deflating” distance between these two programs * it’s not just one thing on defense, it’s a lot of things * insufficient funds on money downs * a confident performance by Florida’s offense * can Auburn’s secondary board up the windows and batten down the hatches? * offense: good, bad, and ugly * how long will fans keep providing this atmosphere? * a champagne glass full of swamp water * an “existential” Vanderbilt game 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