The Auburn Observer

HC Bruce Pearl (South Carolina Athletics) Justin and Painter recap Auburn’s win against South Carolina. They discuss stellar offensive preparation and execution, Sharife Cooper’s first half for the ages and improved play in several problem areas. Follow Justin ( @JFergusonAU ) and Painter ( @paintsharpless ) on Twitter. If you’re receiving this free podcast episode and would like to upgrade to a p...

SG/SF Devan Cambridge (Shanna Lockwood/Auburn Athletics) Justin and Painter recap Auburn’s win against Kentucky. They discuss another strong performance from Allen Flanigan and Devan Cambridge, alongside improved play in the game’s closing moments from Sharife Cooper. They end on football with Bryan Harsin’s hiring of wide receivers coach Cornelius Williams. The Auburn Observer Podcast is availabl...

PG Sharife Cooper (Shanna Lockwood/Auburn Athletics) Justin and Painter review Auburn’s 94-90 loss to Alabama. They discuss Sharife Cooper’s first performance and what it did for Bruce Pearl’s Tigers. Plus, they talk about Bryan Harsin’s staff and where all the money goes. The Auburn Observer Podcast is available wherever you enjoy podcasts — Apple, Spotify, Stitcher and more. Rate, review and sub...

Justin and Painter review a busy week with mixed results for Auburn football and basketball. Plus, the Bryan Harsin era is officially underway. Bruce Pearl builds a team for the future. The Auburn Observer Podcast is available wherever you enjoy podcasts — Apple, Spotify, Stitcher and more. Rate, review and subscribe to support the show. Follow Justin ( @JFergusonAU ) and Painter ( @paintsharpless...

Justin and Painter react to Auburn’s hiring of head coach Bryan Harsin. They talk about a clear shift from past hires, who they believe moved the needle on this program-defining decision and run down Harsin’s career. The Auburn Observer Podcast is available wherever you enjoy podcasts — Apple, Spotify, Stitcher and more. Rate, review and subscribe to support the show. Follow Justin ( @JFergusonAU...

Justin and Painter assess Auburn football’s coaching search to date. Plus, they discuss a variety of paths available to the program and end with tentative optimism about Bruce Pearl’s basketball program. The Auburn Observer Podcast is available wherever you enjoy podcasts — Apple, Spotify, Stitcher and more. Rate, review and subscribe to support the show. Follow Justin ( @JFergusonAU ) and Painter...

(Todd Van Emst/Auburn Athletics) Justin and Painter discuss what’s next now that Auburn has decided to move on from Gus Malzahn after eight seasons. Plus, some previously recorded basketball talk. Apologies for a second email today, as the previous podcast for today was immediately out of date as soon as the Malzahn news dropped. The Auburn Observer Podcast is available wherever you enjoy podcasts...

RB Tank Bigsby (Todd Van Emst/Auburn Athletics) Justin and Painter review Auburn’s loss to No. 5 Texas A&M. Plus, they focus on Auburn’s lackluster run defense, a rough fourth quarter, more red-zone woes, inconsistent offensive play and another major missed opportunity. Auburn basketball provides a glimmer of promise. The Auburn Observer Podcast is available wherever you enjoy podcasts — Apple, Sp...

Justin and Painter review Auburn’s Iron Bowl loss. Plus, they discuss why the Tigers’ performance reaffirmed their beliefs about the current state of the program. In order to back you away from a ledge, the guys finish talking about the promise Auburn basketball has displayed early in the season. The Auburn Observer Podcast is available wherever you enjoy podcasts — Apple, Spotify, Stitcher and mo...

Justin and Painter review Auburn’s 30-17 win against Tennessee. They discuss the Tigers’ self-described “little bit rusty” start, break down they left room for improvement (run defense, red-zone offense, game management) and highlight where they found success (Bo Nix’s performance, timely defensive stops, special teams) ahead of a difficult challenge in the Iron Bowl next Saturday. The Auburn Obse...

Justin and Painter review another weekend of college football, one unlike any other. They discuss the direction of Gus Malzahn’s program and why it is incomparable to South Carolina. Plus, they talk about Ferg’s Film Room, the Tigers’ offensive line surge, another critical win on the recruiting trail for Bruce Pearl —this time over Kansas— and wrap up with with wishful thinking about Auburn golfer...

Justin and Painter review the college football weekend while Auburn took deserved time off. Plus, they discuss a paradox of high expectations for Bruce Pearl, deep conference competition and take a look ahead at the Tigers’ rugged non-conference schedule. The Auburn Observer Podcast is available wherever you enjoy podcasts — Apple, Spotify, Stitcher and more. Rate, review and subscribe to support...

Justin and Painter review Auburn’s 48-11 win against LSU. They discuss an offensive explosion, dominant defense and even some good tackling on special teams, which culminated in the program’s most impressive win since 2017. The Auburn Observer Podcast is available wherever you enjoy podcasts — Apple, Spotify, Stitcher and more. Rate, review and subscribe to support the show. Follow Justin ( @JFerg...

Justin and Painter review Auburn’s 35-28 win against Ole Miss. Plus, they look at how the Tigers reversed their fortunes from one week ago, discuss the brilliance of Kevin Steele’s game plan and wonder aloud if Chad Morris’ offense found its identity. The guys also share a special 20 percent off promo code for you to buy awesome Auburn shirts at  Homefield Apparel . The Auburn Observer Podcast is...

Justin and Painter review Auburn’s 30-22 loss against South Carolina. Plus, they discuss the next step for Gus Malzahn, Bo Nix and the Tigers after another inconsistent offensive output. They talk about what went wrong for the 2-2 squad, where Chad Morris’ offense found success and why promises of potential are not enough. On a positive note, basketball is near, as Bruce Pearl spoke to media membe...

Justin and Painter review Auburn’s 30-28 win against Arkansas. Plus, they re-examine expectations for 2020 while discussing the Tigers’ biggest flaw. In much brighter conversations, they wrap up with talk about Auburn hoops and the latest pickup of 5-star Jabari Smith Jr. The guys also share a special 20 percent off promo code for you to buy awesome Auburn shirts at  Homefield Apparel . The Auburn...

Justin and Painter review Auburn’s 27-6 loss against Georgia. Plus, they discuss another woeful offensive performance in Athens, the Tigers’ struggles in the trenches and a path ahead as Gus Malzahn tries to refocus his team ahead of the Arkansas game. The guys also share a special 20 percent off promo code for you to buy awesome Auburn shirts at  Homefield Apparel . The Auburn Observer Podcast is...

Justin and Painter review Auburn’s 29-16 win against Kentucky. Plus, they discuss Bo Nix and Seth Williams’ stellar performances, impressive adjustments, the Tigers’ clean play and — yeah — Roger McCreary is an NFL-caliber corner. The guys also share a special 20 percent off promo code for you to buy awesome Auburn shirts at  Homefield Apparel . The Auburn Observer Podcast is available wherever yo...

Justin and Painter discuss two surprises on Auburn’s 2020 depth chart. Plus, what Auburn’s offense looks like built around Bo Nix’s strengths and how Kentucky’s effective but potentially one-dimensional attack will be limited by the Tigers’ defense. The guys also share a special 20 percent off promo code for you to buy awesome Auburn shirts at  Homefield Apparel . (Note: For some reason, the audio...

Justin and Painter preview Auburn’s schedule and a strength vs. strength matchup that could decide the Tigers’ opener against UK. Plus, they discuss an another impressive weekend for former Tigers in the NFL — including Cam Newton’s monster SNF performance. The guys also share a special 20 percent off promo code for you to buy awesome Auburn shirts at  Homefield Apparel . The Auburn Observer Podca...

Justin and Painter discuss the case for Shaun Shivers as running back No. 1. Plus, they project Auburn’s moving 2020 depth chart, revisit Darius Slayton’s Auburn career and have a brief discussion about a looming game week against Kentucky. The guys also share a special 20 percent off promo code for you to buy awesome Auburn shirts at Homefield Apparel . The Auburn Observer Podcast is available wh...

On this edition of The Auburn Observer Podcast, Justin and Painter talk about what we learned from the Tigers’ week of practices and the third fall scrimmage. Plus, they break down Auburn’s current wide receivers and take a look at past and present defensive tackles. How confident can Auburn fans be that Gus Malzahn’s program has proper depth to contend for an SEC title in 2020? The Auburn Observe...

On this edition of The Auburn Observer Podcast, Justin and Painter break down what we learned from Auburn’s coordinators: He Who Must Not Be Named and Kevin Steele. Plus, the biggest thing keeping Auburn from joining college football's elite tier, an increased focus on explosive offense, as well as a look at past and present tight ends and H-backs. Also, a discussion of the defense's warranted con...

On this edition of The Auburn Observer Podcast, Justin and Painter talk about what we learned from the Tigers’ week of practices and the second fall scrimmage. Plus, a breakdown of Bo Nix’s progression and a deep dive into the Auburn linebacker corps’ evolution under Gus Malzahn and Kevin Steele. The Auburn Observer Podcast is available wherever you enjoy podcasts — Apple, Spotify, Stitcher and mo...

Josh Vitale of the Montgomery Advertiser joins Justin and Painter to talk about his story on rising preseason camp star Mark-Antony Richards . Plus, they discuss Auburn’s new top cornerback , the 11 a.m. kickoff fallacy and the evolution of the Tigers’ running back room under Gus Malzahn. The Auburn Observer Podcast is now available wherever you enjoy podcasts — Apple, Spotify, Stitcher and more....