Episode 533: Close Encounters

Justin and Dan recap Auburn football’s surprising shootout loss to Vanderbilt away from home while looking back at a strong win for basketball against Merrimack. Topics for this show include: * …what exactly was Hugh Freeze doing with this offense? * how much better Auburn’s attack looked with actual pace and space * the Tigers continuing to fight in an increasingly lost season * why Auburn’s season-long defensive issues looked even larger in this game * pay Cam Coleman whatever it takes * Ashton Daniels looking like a winning-quality SEC quarterback * the return of the penalties and how they might have been the ultimate difference * Auburn’s offensive line stepping up with a change in personnel * looking ahead to an Iron Bowl with something actually at stake * DJ Durkin’s chances at the permanent head coaching job * Emeka Opurum having a strong Auburn debut against Merrimack * Dan making a terrible pun with Keyshawn Hall * Justin having a small victory lap about Sebastian Williams-Adams * the Tigers’ backcourt contributing well without scoring a ton * Auburn’s offensive potential once it starts knocking down 3s * why dominating small teams in rebounding might actually matter * KeShawn Murphy’s status * a quick look ahead to Tuesday’s home game against Wofford * Steven Spielberg Chat 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