Breaking Down the 'Dores: Vandy podcast
by USA TODAY NETWORK - Tennessee
The Tennessean's Adam Sparks, Vanderbilt Commodores beat reporter, and former Vanderbilt beat writer, Mike Organ, give you the latest news on all things Vandy sports. The Tennessean, Nashville Tennessee
Episodes
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Talking sports with Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and AD Candice Lee
Vanderbilt granted The Tennessean exclusive access to Chancellor Daniel Diermeier and athletics director Candice Lee on a Zoom call to talk about the football coach search and other plans for athletics.
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Derek Mason is out; what's next for Vanderbilt football?
After the firing of Derek Mason, the Commodores are trying to find a coach who can pump excitement into the program, be competitive in the SEC, bring an exciting style to West End and fit the culture of the most unique university in the conference.
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Why did Vanderbilt change attendance policy late in football season?
On this week's episode of "Breaking Down the 'Dores," Vanderbilt beat reporter Adam Sparks and former beat reporter Mike Organ discuss the attendance policy and point out some misconceptions about it.
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Previewing Jerry Stackhouse's second basketball season at Vanderbilt
Second-year coach Jerry Stackhouse is preparing Vanderbilt for the upcoming season with some promising sophomores, returning role players and a few transfers.
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Can Derek Mason's job be saved?
As Vanderbilt football fans' apathy and losses mount during a difficult season, has Derek Mason's tenure passed the point of no return?
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Judging Derek Mason, planning facilities and hiring athletics staff amid COVID-19 pandemic
Should the COVID-19 pandemic impact how those challenges are handled? And should Lee feel any heat from the hiring of deputy athletics directors Kristene Kelly and Tommy McClelland, who was a rising star as Louisiana Tech's AD? Or could their hires be a sign of progress? Host Mike Organ and...
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How did COVID-19 postpone Vanderbilt game?
Vanderbilt's football season, Derek Mason's future and struggles this season are viewed through the lens of COVID-19's impact. This week's podcast focuses on the impact.
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Was Vanderbilt too cautious in attendance policy?
Vanderbilt students were admitted to the first home football game, but not other fans or even players' families. Should Vanderbilt adjust that approach?
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First game was good enough to create curiosity about Commodores
Adam Sparks and Mike Organ break down Vanderbilt's first game against Texas A&M, and wonder if it's possible to build on that when they face the defending champs in LSU this week.
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Could Vanderbilt really go 0-10 against SEC?
The Commodores head into Saturday's opener at No. 11 Texas A&M without at least 15 players, including six COVID-19 opt-outs, five transfers since spring practice, three injuries and one quarantine. And that's only what we know.
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Remembering Woody Widenhofer, and when will Commodores return?
Woody Widenhofer, who died Sunday, was a defensive guru who never quite got the winning season he pursued as Vanderbilt football coach. But he left quite a legacy and some looming questions about what kind of coach and philosophy best fits the Commodores.
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Reacting to cancellation of the SEC Tournament
The SEC played two games in its men's conference basketball tournament, but on Thursday morning, before any more games could be played, the league called it quits.
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Judging Jerry Stackhouse and the future of Vanderbilt basketball program
How will Vanderbilt basketball improve next season under Jerry Stackhouse? And will it be with Aaron Nesmith or Clevon Brown on the roster?
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Here's what's wrong with Vanderbilt's Athletics Strategic Plan
Vanderbilt released its Athletics Strategic Plan recently, but what exactly is it? We dive into all the flowery verbs, general language and obvious goals.
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Vanderbilt's search for new QB starts in spring practice
Vanderbilt started spring football practice this week with lots of new faces. Freshman Ken Seals is getting the most reps at quarterback by default as new coordinator Todd Fitch installs his offense. Defense has all its contributors back from last season but also has a new coordinator in Ted Roof.
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Should Vanderbilt search for new athletics director or stick with Candice Storey Lee?
Vanderbilt hasn't announced a search for a new athletics director, but it hasn't taken the interim tag off Candice Storey Lee, either. Where should Vanderbilt turn for its next AD?
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Vanderbilt baseball younger, still loaded
Special guest Max Herz stops by to talk Vanderbilt baseball. Herz has served as an SEC Network sideline reporter for Commodores baseball games, and he's currently filling the role of play-by-play announcer for the Vanderbilt Radio Network.
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What should we make of Malcolm Turner's resignation as AD?
Malcolm Turner stepped down on Tuesday after one year on the job at Vanderbilt, and deputy athletics director Candice Storey Lee was named interim athletics director.
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Jerry Stackhouse shares thoughts on Kobe Bryant death
Vanderbilt basketball coach Jerry Stackhouse took time Tuesday to talk about his interactions with Kobe Bryant, who died in a helicopter crash Sunday.
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Should Vanderbilt fans flip out over 3-point streak, quarterback exodus?
Vanderbilt fans are frustrated with Jerry Stackhouse over the historic 3-point streak ending, and they're losing confidence in Derek Mason over the mass exodus of quarterbacks.
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An interview with new Vanderbilt defensive coordinator Ted Roof
New Vanderbilt defensive coordinator Ted Roof was hired from Appalachian State, where his defense ranked in the top 30 nationally.
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An interview with new Vanderbilt offensive coordinator Todd Fitch
New Vanderbilt offensive coordinator Todd Fitch was hired from Louisiana Tech, which scored more than 40 points in six of its 10 victories last season.
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Picking college football bowl games, Part II (Dec. 30-Jan. 13)
We're picking the final 18 bowl games and the national championship.
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Breaking down Vanderbilt football's early signing day class
Did Vanderbilt football get the help it needs in the early signing period?
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Picking college football bowl games, Part I (Dec. 20-28)
We pick the first 22 games on the college football bowl schedule, including the College Football Playoff matchups between LSU vs. Oklahoma in the Peach Bowl and Ohio State vs. Clemson in the Fiesta Bowl.
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Where Vanderbilt football, basketball, baseball programs stand heading into new year
If you're not moving forward, you're moving back. At least that's the thinking. So which of Vanderbilt's four major sports programs are moving forward? Plus, where does the football team stand with signing day just a week away?
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Picks, predictions and betting lines for every conference championship game
Tennessean sports director Tommy Deas, Vanderbilt beat writer Adam Sparks and columnist Gentry Estes are picking every SEC game against the line this season. Last week, Deas went 6-4 and is now 70-47-2. Sparks went 5-5 and is now 64-53-2. Estes, who joined the picks panel after the season began,...
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Why are Vanderbilt sports story lines seen through a political lens?
Emailed inquiries and social media posts directed at The Tennessean staff about all three story lines were saturated with stances on politics and race — even though most seemed out of place. Is there too much politics in sports? Or do some fans inject politics into sports where it's not needed?...
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Can Vanderbilt upset Tennessee?
Vanderbilt has won three in a row over its in-state rival, but this season hasn't gone the way Vanderbilt had hoped. Is a win over Tennessee even remotely possible?
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Picking Week 14 SEC games against the line
This week's schedule: Ole Miss at Mississippi State, Missouri at Arkansas, Clemson at South Carolina, Georgia at Georgia Tech, Louisville at Kentucky, Alabama at Auburn, Vanderbilt at Tennessee, Texas A&M at LSU, Florida State at Florida.
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Picking Week 13 SEC games against the line
This week's schedule: Western Carolina at Alabama, Samford at Auburn, Texas A&M at Georgia, UT Martin at Kentucky, ETSU at Vanderbilt, Arkansas at LSU, Abilene Christian at Mississippi State, Tennessee at Missouri
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Like it or not, Derek Mason is returning as Vanderbilt football coach
Derek Mason's tenure at Vanderbilt isn't over. Or is it? Just because he's be assured of another season on the sideline doesn't mean fans haven't tuned the program out. Can the Commodores be saved?
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Picking Week 12 SEC games against the line
This week's schedule: Alabama at Mississippi State, Florida at Missouri, Georgia at Auburn, Kentucky at Vanderbilt, LSU at Ole Miss, South Carolina at Texas A&M
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How hot is Derek Mason's seat?
Vanderbilt gets a quarterback back this week to face Kentucky, but will it be enough to save Derek Mason's job? Is his future already determined? And why doesn't Jerry Stackhouse want a "Big Three" on his basketball team.
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Picking Week 11 games against the line
This week's schedule: Vanderbilt at Florida, Western Kentucky at Arkansas, LSU at Alabama, New Mexico State at Ole Miss, Missouri at Georgia, Appalachian State at South Carolina, Tennessee at Kentucky v
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Previewing Vanderbilt vs. Florida and college basketball season
The Vanderbilt football team got some bad news on the injury front this week. Two quarterbacks won't be available against Florida because of concussions. The good news? Basketball season under new coach Jerry Stackhouse is starting.
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Can the Commodores keep it up in football and get it going in hoops?
Gentry Estes and Tommy Deas discuss Derek Mason's status and how he kept the football team together, as well as what Jerry Stackhouse needs to do turn the basketball program around in the latest edition of the Breaking Down the 'Dores podcast.
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Picking Week 10 SEC games against the line
This week's schedule: Georgia (8) at Florida (6), Mississippi State at Arkansas, Mississippi at Auburn, Vanderbilt at South Carolina, UTSA at Texas A&M and UAB at Tennessee.
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Picking Week 9 SEC games against the line
This week's schedule: Mississippi State at Texas A&M, Auburn at LSU, South Carolina at Tennessee, Arkansas at Alabama, Missouri at Kentucky
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Decoding Derek Mason's postgame comments; is Mo Hasan for real?
Derek Mason was quite animated after the upset of Missouri, but what was he really trying to say? And can Vanderbilt build an offense around Mo Hasan?
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Can Derek Mason turn around Vanderbilt football season?
Vanderbilt's football season is in a dire situation, and the same might be said for Derek Mason's long-term future as coach. Heading into Saturday's homecoming game against Missouri, the Commodores are 1-5, their worst record since Mason's 2014 debut season. Can he and the Commodores turn the…
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Picking Week 8 SEC games against the line
Tennessean sports director Tommy Deas, Vanderbilt beat writer Adam Sparks and columnist Gentry Estes are picking every SEC game against the line this season. Last week, Deas went 3-5 and is now 37-31-2. Sparks went 1-7 and is now 31-37-2. Estes, who joined the picks panel after the season began,...
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Picking Week 7 SEC games against the line
This week's schedule: South Carolina at Georgia, Mississippi State at Tennessee, Alabama at Texas A&M, UNLV at Vanderbilt, Ole Miss at Missouri, Arkansas at Kentucky, Florida at LSU
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Vanderbilt reopens quarterback competition
Vanderbilt seems to have reopened the quarterback competition heading into its game against UNLV. Coach Derek Mason on Tuesday said Deuce Wallace, who has been backing up Riley Neal this season, "is coming."
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3 questions about Vanderbilt football ahead of Ole Miss game
Vanderbilt is 1-3 after its win over Northern Illinois and heading to Ole Miss this week. But before that, a quick check of the Commodores brings up three questions. Beat writer Adam Sparks answers them.
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Picking Week 6 SEC games against the line
This week's schedule: Utah State at LSU, Auburn at Florida, Troy at Missouri, Georgia at Tennessee, Vanderbilt at Ole Miss
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Picking Week 5 SEC games against the line
This week's schedule: Texas A&M at Arkansas, Northern Illinois at Vanderbilt, Ole Miss at Alabama, Towson at Florida, Mississippi State at Auburn, Kentucky at South Carolina.
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Is the problem Vanderbilt or the competition?
Vanderbilt is 0-3 but has played some pretty hefty opponents. Are the Commodores the problem or is it the tough competition?
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Can Vanderbilt hang with LSU?
Vanderbilt hasn't done itself many favors this season so far. Penalties are killing the 0-2 Commodores. If they want to beat LSU, they'll have to stop beating themselves first.
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Picking Week 4 SEC games against the line
Vanderbilt beat writer Adam Sparks, columnist Gentry Estes and sports director Tommy Deas pick each SEC game against the line.
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The Tennessean's Adam Sparks, Vanderbilt Commodores beat reporter, and former Vanderbilt beat writer, Mike Organ, give you the latest news on all things Vandy sports. The Tennessean, Nashville Tennessee
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