Punt & Pass Podcast

Drew is joined by Pittsburgh Steelers team captain and NFL All-Pro Cameron Heyward on this episode of the #QuarantineChronicles. Drew gives an update that he received from The White House (yes, really) regarding college football and plans for the 2020 season. Cam Heyward joins to talk about how he is handling this off-season from home and away from the team facility. How is it different from the 2...

Drew is joined by #UGA tastemaker and Poor Man's Game Notes publisher Ryan Scates on this episode of the #QuarantineChronicles. With light seemingly at the end of the sports hiatus tunnel, what does this mean for the return of college football? Can universities have games without fans in the stands? What is their responsibility from a public health standpoint, sending players to play without them...

Drew is joined by prominent football agent Pat Dye Jr., Founder & President of SportsTrust Advisors, on this episode of the #QuarantineChronicles. With the #NFLDraft2020 taking place next week on a "virtual" basis, what will that look like? How has this pre-draft process been different from years past? How is this affecting your draft prospects and veteran players? Will we have football this f...

Drew is joined by Sam Schwartzstein, the Director of Football Operations for the XFL, on this episode of the #QuarantineChronicles. Abruptly suspending operations last week after just 6 weeks of their inaugural season, the League has no plans to return - a direct circumstance of the coronavirus pandemic. Sam was the first "football" employee of the startup league, and was personally responsible fo...

Drew is joined by Los Angeles Dodgers Pitcher and Georgia Bulldog Alex Wood for this episode of the #QuarantineChronicles. Alex was having a great spring training in Arizona when everything was abruptly stopped. How is Alex staying ready for the start of the season? How was spring training going? Are the players getting any information regarding the pandemic that the public isn't? Will players be...

Drew is joined by Arizona Professional Sports Physician Dr. Destin Hill on this episode of the #QuarantineChronicles. Dr. Hill works with the Arizona Cardinals, Arizona Diamondbacks, and the Phoenix Suns as well as many other pro sports teams. What his is professional opinion regarding the possible return of sports? How would the logistics work if a league began play in isolation? Should athletes...

Drew is joined by Colt Knost and Drew Stolz from PGA Tour SiriusXM Radio's "Gravy & The Sleeze" show, and GOLF's "Subpar" podcast, on this episode of the @PuntandPass #QuarantineChronicles. Colt and Drew talk about how they are navigating the golf hiatus while still broadcasting a daily golf radio show, what this week will be like without The Masters, and how they see the tentative schedule pl...

Drew rides solo on this episode of the @PuntandPass #QuarantineChronicles. With golf's announcement of their tentative fall schedule today, is there light at the end of the sports hiatus tunnel? What will CBS do with The Masters being held during college football and NFL seasons? Can you remain optimistic and keep your sanity while understanding the severity of the coronavirus pandemic? Thanks for...

Drew is joined by ESPN's Maria Taylor on this episode of the @PuntandPass #QuarantineChronicles. Maria, a Georgia Bulldog, was supposed to be working the NBA playoffs, the Women's NCAA Basketball Championship, a college football spring game, the NFL Draft, and more. All of that is now either postponed, canceled, or up in the air. In such an unprecedented time, I wanted to check in with someone who...

Drew is joined by Brett Jeffares on this episode of the @PuntandPass #QuarantineChronicles. Brett works for the Dallas Cowboys in their corporate partnerships and marketing division, which has undoubtedly had to adapt amid the current world pandemic. The NFL may be carrying on with "business as usual", but some changes have been necessary. Have marketing and advertising dollars taken a hit? What w...

Drew is joined by Atlanta's own John Kincade on this episode of the @PuntandPass #QuarantineChronicles. Co-host of "Buck & Kincade" on 680 The Fan, Host of "The JK Show" on CBS Sports Radio, and Co-Host of The Big Podcast w/ Shaq - John is no stranger to sports radio and the world of media. How challenging is the industry without any sports to discuss? How do you maintain creativity within thi...

Drew is joined by Onward Reserve Founder & CEO, TJ Callaway, on this episode of the @PuntandPass #QuarantineChronicles. A graduate of the University of Georgia, TJ founded Onward Reserve in 2012 and has created a successful business that now has 12 retail locations across the US. How is TJ navigating these unique times amid the coronavirus outbreak? As a business owner, what challenges is he d...

Drew is joined by ESPN's lead soccer analyst and MLS color commentator Taylor Twellman on this edition of the @PuntandPass #QuarantineChronicles. Drew and Taylor discuss how the MLS will navigate the quarantine as their season was just beginning, the popularity of Atlanta United, and wonder how the sports world will attempt to return to normalcy in the coming weeks. Thanks for listening and please...

Drew is joined by sports psychologist and behavioral change expert Dr. Bhrett McCabe on this edition of the @PuntandPass #QuarantineChronicles. Drew asks Bhrett how his athletes and teams are tackling the self isolation period, how anyone at home can develop good habits during these times of uncertainty, and how embracing adversity can often unveil powerful character traits. This is an episode you...

Drew is finally reunited with co-host Aaron Murray on this episode of the @PuntandPass #QuarantineChronicles. We check in with Aaron about his experience in the #XFL, how it was different from the #AAF, and what his biggest surprises were during his time with the Tampa Bay Vipers. The season may have been shortened by the coronavirus pandemic, but there were plenty of positives to take moving forw...

Drew is joined by renowned Mental Conditioning expert Trevor Moawad on this edition of the @PuntandPass #QuarantineChronicles. Trevor is currently the mental conditioning coach for the University of Georgia football team and the author of the newly published book "It Takes What It Takes" - available now wherever books are sold. How can people "Win the Wait" during this self-quarantine period? How...

Drew is joined by PGA Tour golfer and UGA alumni Keith Mitchell as well as PGA Tour caddie Aaron Flener for this episode of the @PuntandPass #QuarantineChronicles. Keith and Aaron discuss how they are tackling the self isolation, life on tour, and some of their favorite stories from the past year. Obviously, we talked about the (hopefully) upcoming football season and where Georgia should stack up...

Drew is joined by former #UGA kicker Rodrigo Blankenship on this edition of the @PuntandPass #QuarantineChronicles. Drew asks #HotRod about his time in Athens, some of his favorite memories as a #Dawg, and how his preparation for the #NFLDraft has changed with the quarantine in place. Big thanks to Rodrigo for joining, and thank you for listening! Please rate/review/subscribe! #PuntandPass See omn...

Drew is joined by PGA Tour Golfer and UGA alumni Harris English on this episode of the @PuntandPass #QuarantineChronicles. Harris is currently ranked 24th in the FedExCup Standings and having a fantastic start to the 2019-2020 PGA Tour Season...which has now been postponed due to the current world health pandemic. Drew and Harris discuss all things PGA Tour, what he will be up to during the hiatus...

Drew is joined by special guest, Georgia legend, and NFL All-Pro Blair Walsh on this episode of the @PuntandPass #QuarantineChronicles. Drew and Blair discuss the latest news across the NFL, how the business side of the league affects personnel and players, and obviously talk about #UGA football and what to expect in 2020. Thanks for listening and please rate/review/subscribe!! #PuntandPass See om...

Drew is joined by Georgia Bulldog great and 8-year Cincinnati Bengal Clint Boling to break down all of the biggest storylines around the NFL. Free agency has begun, Tom Brady is leaving New England, and a new CBA has been ratified by the NFLPA. Drew and Clint discuss it all to get you through another day of Quarantine. Thanks for listening and please rate/review/subscribe!! #PuntandPass See omnyst...

Drew is joined by Wes Blankenship (@Wes_nship) of #Coffeetown fame and the Back Porch Sports Podcast. As the sports world is put on halt, the guys chat about everything going on from opportunities on social media, the absence of daily sports, and the NFL carrying on with business. Give it a listen and please rate, review, and subscribe!! #PuntandPass @PuntandPass See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Drew Butler recaps the #NationalChampionship game as #LSU defeats #Clemson 42-25. (2:00) Two undefeated teams battled in New Orleans for the #CFBPlayoff National Championship and it was a great game...for about 2.5 quarters. What was the biggest momentum shift? Surprised by anything? Did Joe Burrow have the best season in CFB history? Drew rounds up all of the talking points. (12:10) Hunter Pruitt...

Drew Butler previews the #NationalChampionship game featuring #1 LSU and #3 Clemson. (2:30) A battle is brewing on the bayou as two of the most prolific teams in college football history face-off for a chance to win it all. Which matchup is most important? Will offense prevail over defense? Is recency bias playing a factor in the expectations? Drew gives you his predictions and official pick! (17:...

Drew Butler reacts to the breaking news of Jake Fromm heading to the 2020 #NFLDraft and leaving #UGA early, forgoing his senior season. What will his legacy be? How do the #Dawgs approach the 2020 season at QB? How will Jake Fromm perform during the draft evaluation process? Where will Fromm be drafted? Butler gives you his opinion based on previous experiences and explains how Jake will be rememb...