The 3rd Down Conversation | College Football News, Sports Talk and Honest Conversations
A podcast hosted by D Turnipseed and delves into the ins and outs of sports. The show features authentic discussions on topics such as the College football, basketball, NBA, and NFL. Providing listeners with insightful perspectives and proper context.
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Episodes
33 episodes
Formula For CFP | Jayden Daniels Over Joe Burrow? | SEC Falling Behind?
The CFP committee keeps telling us “schedule matters,” but the selections rarely prove it, and that gap is exactly where fan trust goes to die. I open with a blunt problem: a nine-win team without a conference title hasn’t been clearly shown a ...
SEC or Big 10 | NIL Ruined College Sports | Golesh & Sumrall Linked
The loudest college football argument isn’t going anywhere: is the SEC actually better than the Big Ten? I take Nick Saban’s comments head-on and separate “best team” from “best conference,” because a national title can’t be the only proof poin...
DeBoer Fits Bama | Alabama Prediction | SEC Breaks Away
Alabama doesn’t do rebuilding years, so when a national voice questions whether Kalen DeBoer is the right fit, I have to answer it head-on. I ook past the clip wars and ask the only question that matters in Tuscaloosa: if the standard is winnin...
Auburn’s 2020s Abyss | 7 wins for Auburn unacceptable? | Year 1 Golesh wins 7 or more?
Auburn fans know the feeling: you watch a game for three quarters, you start to believe, and then something breaks late. A muffed punt. A blown coverage. A baffling three-man rush. Stack that on top of five straight losing seasons, multiple coa...
Chris Lowe’s SEC Lists Needed A Rethink (I Fixed them)
List season turns college football into a debate sport, so I grabbed two of the loudest SEC lists and put them under a microscope. We react to Chris Lowe’s On3 rankings for the top SEC quarterbacks and SEC head coaches, then rebuild both lists ...
Brendan Sorsby, Conference Alignment, Saban on CFB, SEC Power Rankings
I break down how a Texas Tech lawsuit keeps Brandon Soreby eligible despite a major sports betting scandal, and why that moment exposes the NCAA’s fading power. I also look at how this chaos could impact CFB positively in regards to unity...
LeBron Failed?, Lakers National Brand, NBA to Pretty, Appreciate LeBron
One championship, years of hype, and somehow the loudest take is still “failure.” I break down why LeBron James’ Lakers tenure triggers such extreme reactions, and why the truth sits in a more uncomfortable place: LA isn’t Milwaukee and it isn’...
Lebron Negativity, Replace KD with MJ, NBA 65 Game Rule, Hurts Leadership, Top 5 SEC QBs
Lebron negativity, fair or foul?Isiah Thomas believes KD could replace MJ on the Bulls and still win 6 rings. True?NBA 65 game ruleJalen Hurts leads like Mike and Kobe. Good or bad?Top 5 SEC QBs heading into 2026...
Lebron Chasing Stats, NBA Ready for New Face, Bam's 83, MJ Bigger than the Game, Auburn's QB throwing Motion
Why is Lebron still playing?Is the NBA ready for life after Lebron?Bam's 83 points legitimate?Is Michael Jordan bigger than basketball?Should Auburn fans be worried about Brown's throwing motion?Tap in!
NCAA Eligibility Explained
Why can international players compete in pro leagues and still remain eligible in the NCAA? Are the rules fair to American players?Let's talk about it!
Steph Curry's GOAT Argument
Steph Curry didn't just win championships, he changed the way basketball is played. In this episode, let's dive into one of the most debated topics: does Steph belong in the GOAT debate?
Chaos, Cash, and Championships: The State of College Football
In this episode, let's take a step back and examine the current state of the sport as chaos reigns, money drives decisions, and championships can be bought for the right price. Lets talk about it!
Kobe vs Duncan: Who Had the Greater Career?
Kobe or Duncan?Two legends. Same era. But who really had the better career?Tap in!
The Transfer Portal: Pros, Cons, & Long - Term Impact
The transfer portal has changed college football forever but is it actually making the sport better? Love it, hate it, or feel conflicted, the sport and the players could be gaining and losing at the same time.Tap In!
CFP: Two Group of 5 Teams & Irish Eyes Rolling
Playoff System sucks?Notre Dame over Bama?Sherrone MooreTap In!
Kiffin Bolts, Freeze Reflects, and Auburn Finds Golesh
Kiffin may have a pointFreeze blames Jackson Arnold?Auburn = GoleshTap In!
Tigers, Tide, & Broken Dreams
Keys to victory for Auburn and Alabama What if DeBoer misses the playoffs againPicking Key Rivalry GamesTap In!
Kiffin Chaos and the Coach Auburn Really Needs
Lane to Florida?Jon Sumrall or Eli Drinkwitz a better fit at Auburn?Tap In!
The Coaching Search: Like Online Dating, but with Buyouts
Proven WinnerCoordinator ready to be the manUp and comer ready to prove themselves The Redemption storyAthletics Directors have to make the right selection with limited information, much like online dating!<...
The Autopsy of Hugh Freeze/CFP Rankings Reaction
Was Hugh Freeze tenure at Auburn a failure?Who could replace Hugh Freeze?What did the playoff committee reveal with the initial rankings?Tap in!
Freeze Warning: Auburn's Momentum & Officiating Madness
What will Auburn beating Kentucky mean for Hugh Freeze?Pete Nakos ranks the top 10 worse officiated calls. How many include Auburn?Let's talk about it!
Retain or Fire: Curious Case of Hugh Freeze
Hugh Freeze is in the middle of 3 year at Auburn.14-18 overall record5-15 in conference play9-10 in home gamesShould Auburn pull the plug or believe they are close?Lets talk about it!
Fouls, Feuds & CFP Futures
In this episode, I breakdown free throw merchant claims around SGA. Then I dive into the WNBA's hottest rivalry, Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese and how it could have a positive impact on the league. And finally, the college football playoff is c...