Tailgate on the Quad

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All football all the time... except when we get into some shenanigans. Join hosts Kev and Ciarnan as they break down the hottest news in college football, and a bunch of random things along the way.
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James Franklin is a Hokie
Episode 78
Tuesday, 18 November, 2025

This week, Kevin is joined by Kelcey from High Low Sports to break down James Franklin’s move to Virginia Tech, debate Lane Kiffin’s future at Ole Miss, and rank the best coaching jobs in the SEC. The Iron Bowl preview brings predictions and angst, while Alabama’s kicking struggles and Maryland’s commitment to Mike Locksley get their share of attention. Follow our socials: https://linktr.ee/QuadGate 0:00:10 Episode Introduction, Guest Introduction, James Franklin Coaching News Teased 0:06:45 James Franklin to Virginia Tech Discussion: Fit, Program Expectations, Recruiting Impact 0:13:08 Lane Kiffin & Ole Miss Coaching Drama, SEC Job Rankings, Lane’s Fit Speculation 0:19:10 Next Coaching Dominoes: Speculation on Brian Kelly, Ed Orgeron, and Jon Gruden 0:26:47 Auburn Coaching Scene: DJ Durkin Opinions, Auburn Booster Culture, Lane Kiffin at Auburn Hypothetical 0:29:54 Early Iron Bowl Preview & Alabama’s Recent Losses Breakdown (Oklahoma, Florida State) 0:38:15 Iron Bowl Emotional Fallout: Auburn Fan Perspective, Offensive Line Concerns, Auburn-Alabama Rivalry Realities 0:43:02 Maryland & Mike Locksley Segment: AD Endorsement, Program Culture, Recruiting, Coach Tier Reality 0:48:36 Week 12 Bets Recap and New Picks: Moneylines, Spreads, Miscellaneous, Weather Report, Luke Fickle Shopping List 0:57:40 Proof of Life from Ciarnan, His Take on Franklin Leaving, Closing Segment 1:00:22 Kelcey & Kevin Plugs, Show Outro, Socials, Final Thoughts