Group of Five Focus
by Bryan Doppel
On the Group of Five Focus Podcast, we showcase the power of Group of 5 football. During the regular season, expect weekly episodes with analysis, predictions, and shenanigans. In the offseason (if such a thing exists), check out some deep-dives into the G5 football programs that we all know and love.
Episodes
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2022 Week 11 Recap//Week 12 Preview: A Sun Belt Showdown in the Deep South
In this episode, I recap the action from week 11 and look forward to Week 12, including several rivalry games and my game of the week! Check out my LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to keep the conversation going! Special thanks to Jamie Arrington from To The Top Talk and...
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2022 Week 10 Recap//Week 11 Preview: Seven Rivalry Games. SEVEN!
In this episode, I recap the action from week 10 and look forward to Week 11, including all seven rivalry games this week! Check out my LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to keep the conversation going! Special thanks to Gary Williams from the ODU Monarchists and Michael...
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2022 Week 8 Recap//Week 9 Preview: Mountain West Rivalries and a Fight in Florida
In this episode, I recap the action from week 8 and look forward to Week 9, including two Mountain West rivalries and my game of the week! Check out my LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to keep the conversation going! Special thanks to Justin from the Viva La Cats podcast...
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2022 Week 7 Recap//Week 8 Preview: What is a Mean Green Anyway?
In this episode, I recap the action from week 7 and look forward to Week 8, including several rivalries and my game of the week! Check out my LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to keep the conversation going! Special thanks to Jared Kalmus from Alamodome Audible and Sanoe...
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2022 Week 6 Recap//Week 7 Preview: Geographical Rivalries and a Glass Bowl Gauntlet
In this episode, I recap the action from week 6, provide my G5 Conference performance rankings, and look forward to Week 7, including several geographical rivalries and my game of the week! Check out my LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to keep the conversation going!...
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2022 Week 4 Recap/Week 5 Preview: Wagon Wheels and Trojans-Tops
In this episode, I recap the action from week 4, provide my G5 Conference performance rankings, and look forward to Week 5, including a handful of rivalry games, and some guests join the show to preview my game of the week! Check out my LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram…
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2022 Week 4 Preview: Rivalries on the Bayou and Bulls on Parade
In this episode, I recap Week 3's results, share my Conference Performance Rankings for the week, highlight some big Week 4 matchups, and make a BIG TIME upset prediction. Check out my LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to keep the conversation going!
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2022 Week 3 Preview: Sun Belt Slays, Battle for the Bell, and Revenge Opportunities
In this episode, I review the exciting Week 2 results, share my updated power rankings, highlight some big Week 3 matchups, and make a BIG TIME upset prediction. Check out my LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to keep the conversation going!
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2022 Week 2 Preview: Bulldogs, Huskies, and a Battle in the Borderland
In this episode, I reintroduce myself to new listeners (or to those that have forgotten who I am), recap Week 1, share my Power Rankings, and preview a few key Week 2 matchups. Check out my LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to keep the conversation going!
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2022 Week 1 Preview: Season Predictions and Giants Falling in North Carolina
In this episode, I share my preseason G5 rankings and conference predictions for the year, highlight some big Week 1 matchups, and make a BIG TIME upset prediction. Check out our LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to keep the conversation going!
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Season 2 Trailer
In Season 2 of the Group of Five Focus podcast, I provide recaps and previews from across the country, bring in special guests, highlight historic rivalries, and much much more. Reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @g5fpod to keep the conversation going. What is one thing you can do to...
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Realignment Introduction: New Mexico State to the C-USA, with Colin Deaver
In this episode, Colin Deaver from KTSM joins the show to help introduce the New Mexico State Aggies football program to their new post-realignment home, the C-USA. Check out the pod’s LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to continue the conversation! Connect with Colin:...
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Realignment Introduction: UTSA to the AAC, with Jared Kalmus
In this episode, Jared Kalmus of Alamodome Audible joins the show to help introduce the UTSA Roadrunners football program to their new post-realignment home, the American Athletic Conference. Check out the pod’s LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to continue the...
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Realignment Introduction: Jacksonville State to the C-USA, with Thomas Ashworth
In this episode, Thomas Ashworth from The Chanticleer joins the show to help introduce the Jacksonville State Gamecock football program to their new post-realignment home, the CUSA. Check out the pod’s LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to continue the conversation!…
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Realignment Introduction: Marshall to the Sun Belt, with Aaron Coleman
In this episode, Aaron Coleman from the Runnin' With The Herd Podcast joins the show to help me introduce the Marshall Thundering Herd football program to their new post-realignment home, the Sun Belt East. Check out the pod’s LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to continue...
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Realignment Introduction: Charlotte to the AAC, with Hunter Bailey
In this episode, Hunter Bailey from the Charlotte Observer joins the show to help me introduce the UNC Charlotte football program to their new post-realignment home, the American Athletic Conference. Check out the pod’s LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to continue the...
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2021 Season Wrap... FOR NOW
In this episode, I wrap up the 2021 season of G5 football and look at what’s ahead. And there's PLENTY ahead. Check out our LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to continue the conversation!
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2021 Bowl Game Update
2021 Bowl Game Update! In this episode, I review the G5 bowl games so far and preview a surprise matchup. Check out our LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to continue the conversation!
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2021 Bowl Game Preview, PART TWO
In this episode, I recap the first half of the G5 bowl games and preview the rest of them. There’s nothing like bowl season! Check out our LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to continue the conversation! Music by Lesfm from Pixabay and Mary Riddle.
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2021 Bowl Game Preview, PART ONE
In this episode, I preview the first half, or so, of the G5 bowl games. There are a lot of them. Stick with me. Check out our LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to continue the conversation! Music by Lesfm from Pixabay and Mary Riddle.
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2021 Conference Championship Recap
In this episode, I recap each of the G5 Championships and look forward to bowl season! Check out our LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to continue the conversation!
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2021 Conference Championship EXTRAVAGANZA!
In this episode, I recap the last couple of weeks in G5 football and preview each of the upcoming G5 Championships! This week's matchups are: Cincinnati vs. Houston, Western Kentucky vs. UTSA, Kent State vs. NIU, Utah State vs. SDSU App State vs. Louisiana. Check out our LinkTree and reach out on...
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2021 Week 12 Preview: Rifles, Wagon Wheels, and the End of a Streak
In this episode, I recap the last week in G5 football, break down a few upcoming matchups, and make a BOLD upset prediction! This week's matchups are: Southern Miss @ LA Tech, Kent State @ Akron, Wyoming @ Utah State, UAB @ UTSA. Check out our LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and...
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2021 Week 11 Preview: Hurricane, Falcons, Huskies, and Trojans
In this episode, I recap the last week in G5 football, break down a few upcoming matchups, and make a BOLD upset prediction! This week's matchups are: Air Force @ Colorado State, Tulsa @ Tulane, Ball State @ NIU, #24 Louisiana @ Troy. Check out our LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and...
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2021 Week 10 Preview: 100 Miles of Hate, Battle for the Belt, and MORE!
*WEEKNIGHT GAME PREVIEWED* In this episode, I recap the last week in G5 football, break down a few upcoming matchups, and make a BOLD upset prediction! This week's matchups are: MTSU @ Western Kentucky, Northern Illinois @ Kent State, South Alabama @ Troy, Boise State @ #25 Fresno State Check out...
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2021 Week 9 Preview: In-State Rivalries Galore!
In this episode, I recap the last week in G5 football, break down a few upcoming matchups, and make a BOLD upset prediction! This week's matchups are: Georgia State @ Georgia Southern Boise State @ Colorado State Fresno State @ SDSU #19 SMU @ Houston Check out our LinkTree and reach out on…
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2021 Week 8 Preview: Owls and Beach Chickens Flock to the Old North State
*WEEKNIGHT GAMES FEATURED* In this episode, I recap the last week in G5 football, break down a few upcoming matchups, and make a BOLD upset prediction! This week's matchups are: Memphis @ UCF FAU @ Charlotte Nevada @ Fresno State Coastal @ App State Check out our LinkTree and reach out on…
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2021 Week 7: A Plethora of MACtion, plus Trojans and Miners
In this episode, I recap the last week in G5 football, break down a few upcoming matchups, and make a BOLD upset prediction! This week's matchups are: Eastern Michigan vs. Ball State Texas State vs. Troy Central Michigan vs. Toledo UTEP vs. Louisiana Tech Check out our LinkTree and reach out on...
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2021 Week 6: Battle at the Bounce House, No Joke
In this episode, I recap the last week in G5 football, break down a few upcoming matchups, and make a BOLD upset prediction! This week's matchups are: #24 SMU @ Navy Buffalo @ Kent State Wyoming @ Air Force East Carolina @ UCF Check out our LinkTree and reach out on Twitter, Facebook, and…
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2021 Week 5: Coogs, Cajuns, and Close Games
*FRIDAY GAMES FEATURED* In this episode, I recap the last week in G5 football, break down a few upcoming matchups, and make a BOLD upset prediction! Be sure to listen before the games Friday night. This week's matchups are: Rice vs. Southern Miss Tulsa vs. Houston South Alabama vs. Louisiana Utah...
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2021 Week 4: Memphis, WMU, Appalachian State
In this episode, I recap the last week in G5 football, break down a few upcoming matchups, and make a BOLD upset prediction! This week's matchups are: Memphis vs. UTSA Western Michigan vs. San Jose State App State vs. Marshall Iowa vs. Colorado State Check out our LinkTree and reach out on…
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2021 Week 3: Bearcats, Blue Turf, Big Time Upset
Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Group of 5ive Focus podcast! In this episode, I introduce myself and discuss the following matchups: Cincinnati at Indiana UNC Charlotte at Georgia State Oklahoma State at Boise State Tulane at Ole Miss Follow us on Twitter and Facebook and be sure to rate,...
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2021 Season Trailer
Welcome to the Group of Five Focus Podcast, where I usually recap the last week in G5 football, break down a few upcoming matchups, and make a BOLD upset prediction! Here is the trailer for the 2021 Season, which includes a sneak peek at Episode 1. Check out our LinkTree and reach out on Twitter,...
About this show
On the Group of Five Focus Podcast, we showcase the power of Group of 5 football. During the regular season, expect weekly episodes with analysis, predictions, and shenanigans. In the offseason (if such a thing exists), check out some deep-dives into the G5 football programs that we all know and love.
Hosted by
Bryan Doppel