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GATA Talk is a podcast dedicated to all things Georgia Southern Eagles football. Hosted by Georgia Southern University alums Matt Mauney and Cody Anderson, GATA Talk will give you weekly insight into GS football, including game recaps and previews, hot takes and armchair quarterback analysis. This podcast is for Georgia Southern football fans, created by two dudes who bleed blue and white.
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Wednesday Sep 16, 2020
Wednesday Sep 16, 2020
So the Campbell game didn't go as planned for several reasons, but we escaped with a win. Now Georgia Southern prepares for a much tougher opponent in 2019 C-USA champion Florida Atlantic. How many of the 33 inactive players from the Campbell game will be back? How will we bounce back and respond after a lackluster showing against an FCS team? Matt and Cody try to make sense of a disappointing Week 1 and look ahead to our matchup with FAU.
Show Notes:
- Disappointing Showing Against Campbell
- Unanswered Questions About COVID Contact Tracing
- Did the Players Know So Many Wouldn't Play?
- Defensive Backfield Looked Lost All Game
- Grading the Offense in Week 1 After More Passing
- Previewing FAU with a New Coach and QB
Monday Sep 07, 2020
Monday Sep 07, 2020
It’s FINALLY game week! After what has been a turbulent and uncertain offseason, Georgia Southern is set to play its first actual football game in a matter of a few days! Matt and Cody preview the newly revamped 2020 season and Georgia Southern’s opener against the Campbell University Fighting Camels.
Show Notes:
- Scheduling Changes: BIG TIME Exposure Ahead
- Season Outlook: How Will the Season Play out?
- Measure of Success for 2020 Schedule
- It’s a Trap! GS Has Several Trap Games
- Previewing the Campbell Camels
Thursday Sep 03, 2020
Thursday Sep 03, 2020
It's time to preview the Georgia Southern offense! The Eagles successfully navigated their first COVID outbreak and is set to face Campbell Sept. 12. In our second season preview episode, Matt and Cody break down the offense, including a loaded backfield and a healthy and experienced offensive line.
Show Notes:
- First COVID Outbreak Among Football Program
- Protest to Raise Awareness of Racial Injustice
- How Will We Balance Wright, King and Kennedy in the Backfield?
- Is This the Year We Evolve Our Passing Game?
- Tight End Play Should Improve Under Ruse
- Offense Line Unit Healthy, Experienced and Talented
- Overall Outlook About Georgia Southern's Offense
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
We're inching closer to the 2020 season, folks, and that means one thing: It's time to kick off our preview episodes! After discussing the latest happenings of the state of college football in a global pandemic, Matt and Cody break down the Georgia Southern defense and special teams unit.
Show Notes:
- Georgia Southern Announces 25% Capacity at Paulson
- Other Notable Policies: Yes Tailgating, No Freedom's Flight or Eagle Walk
- Triple Option Season Ticket Plans
- Benko Press Conference and Details of Army Game
- Special Teams Preview: Life Without Tyler Bass
- Defensive Preview: Front Seven Are SOLID
- A Moment of Perspective
Wednesday Aug 19, 2020
Wednesday Aug 19, 2020
So much has changed in just a week and a half. Georgia Southern has gone from a 10-game schedule to an 11-game schedule with the addition of Army on Nov. 21. FBS football now consists of six conferences — three from the Power 5 and three from the Group of 5. Matt and Cody discuss the season as it stands, the debate on whether a season should take place and why it could be a special season for Georgia Southern if games are played.
Show Notes:
- Georgia Southern Adds Army for Nov. 21 Game
- 11-Game Season and Opener Against Campbell Likely
- Conflicting Info: Experts Disagree on Safety of College Football
- NCAA Proposed Eligibility Changes and Potential Impact
- Should Be a Fun Year for Georgia Southern If Season Happens
- Expanded Passing Game: Could We See It Against Campbell?