The Depth Chart Podcast with Freddie Maggard

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Early Look at SEC East Football May 28, 2021

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Less than 100 days from the start of the 2021 Kentucky football season, Freddie Maggard is fired up. With the help of Nick Roush, the former Wildcat quarterback looks ahead to see what the SEC East is bringing to the table this fall and why it should benefit Mark Stoops' squad. Highlights:

-- Records Chris Rodriguez could break.

-- It's a good year for running backs in the SEC.

-- Is it finally Georgia's year?

-- Big changes to Florida's roster.

-- Inexperienced coaches on UK's schedule.

Game Changers May 12, 2021

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Freddie Maggard focuses his attention on a few game changers, both for better and for worse, in this week's Depth Chart Podcast. Steve Clinkscale leaves a large void on the coaching staff shortly after the team lost six defensive starters to the NFL. Freddie breaks down how the program will be impacted by the significant moves and more. Highlights:

-- Mobility outweighed stability for Clinkscale.

-- Stoops' impressive track record with defensive assistants.

-- Alex Afari fits the bill.

-- Ranking the difficulty of replacing outgoing Wildcats.

-- Quick kick!

-- Underrated Rose.

NFL Draft Aftermath May 03, 2021

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The dust has settled following the 2021 NFL Draft where six Wildcats were selected. In the latest Depth Chart Podcast, Freddie Maggard breaks down the significance of the historic draft and what it means for UK's football program moving forward. He's also briefly joined by UK Director of Player Development, Courtney Love. Highlights:

-- How UK football is getting a head start on NIL.

-- The Mark Stoops-Steelers culture fit.

-- What do you call someone who plays for the Washington Football Team?

-- How many gators will Landon Young wrassle in the Louisiana bayous?

-- Why Freddie missed the Derby.

2021 NFL Draft Preview Apr 27, 2021

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The 2021 NFL Draft could be a record year for Kentucky Wildcats. The school's modern era record for selections is five in 2019 and that could be usurped by the end of the draft on Saturday. Freddie Maggard and Nick Roush predict when each player will be picked and more. Highlights:

-- Grabbing attention of scouts by playing well vs. SEC talent.

-- Kelvin Joseph's up and down draft stock.

-- What NFL scouts value in Davis' game.

-- Why Drake's position hurts his draft stock.

-- Spring practice leftovers.

Previewing HUGE Recruiting Announcements Apr 16, 2021

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As the spring practice finale approaches, Kentucky is closing in on three significant commitments. Freddie Maggard and Nick Roush have everything you need to know about Kiyaunta Goodwin and the Wade Twins before they announce their college decisions this weekend. They also talk about...

-- Elite Youngstown athletes.

-- Offensive improvements in spring practice.

-- If only there was a spring game to preview.

-- There are no arrows needed to spot Keaten Wade in his highlights.

-- Destin Wade does just about everything on a football field.

-- Goodwin could be UK's most talented commitment since Tim Couch.

Jackson Smith "feels great to wake up a Wildcat" Apr 09, 2021

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There's a new kicker in town. Shortly after Jackson Smith committed to the Kentucky Wildcats, America's top-ranked punter and placekicker in the 2022 recruiting class joined Freddie Maggard and Nick Roush to talk about his decision on the Depth Chart Podcast. Highlights:

-- Significance of keeping legacy recruits at UK.

-- Every week there's a new commitment. Who could be next?

-- Ohio State fans are big mad.

-- Power lifting, breaking helmets and property damage.

-- The art of picking a spot before blasting a football.

Slow Cooking at UK Pro Day Apr 02, 2021

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After a busy week in the world of UK Football, Freddie Maggard and Nick Roush discuss the exciting developments on the recruiting front and what we learned about the Wildcats at UK Pro Day on the latest edition of the Depth Chart Podcast. Highlights:

-- Why Grant Bingham is such an enormous addition.

-- A big guy that's so swift on his feet, Bingham also stars on the tennis court.

-- What recruiting momentum in the state of KY can do for the 2022 class.

-- The messages Pro Day sent to current and future Cats.

-- Different success stories apply to different kinds of recruits.

-- Who secured NFL roster spots at UK Pro Day.

-- How many Wildcats could get drafted in 2022.

29 of 34 Mar 25, 2021

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Shortly after Mark Stoops shared good news from Kentucky Football Spring Practice with Matt Jones, Freddie Maggard and Nick Roush discussed what the recent developments in the passing game mean for the Wildcats' offense. There's no clarity at the quarterback competition, but the level of play has increased by the passers and the catchers. Highlights:

-- Talented young athletes to watch for around the state.

-- UK is placing a premium on speed at wide receiver.

-- What competition says about culture Stoops created and Coen reinvigorated.

-- Freddie's pet-peeves in the huddle and at the line of scrimmage.

-- Matt Campbell's "innovative" new spring practice.

Crazy Competition at UK Spring Practice Mar 18, 2021

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Spring Practice is finally here and Freddie Maggard can hardly contain his excitement. After hearing rave reviews from Brad White and watching Liam Coen bounce around all over the field, there's a LOT to discuss on the latest edition of the Depth Chart Podcast, like...

Champions from East Kentucky.
Brad White is the most valuable defensive coordinator in the SEC.
How the new offense is making the defense better.
Coaches are conditioning with their players.
Sorry, Stephen Johnson. Freddie has a new favorite UK football player.
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Tattoo Time and a Depth Chart Deep Dive Mar 03, 2021

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You can't tell we're in the doldrums of the offseason by listening to today's Depth Chart Podcast. Freddie Maggard and Nick Roush go into the thickest of weeds to talk about the latest developments on Kentucky's football roster, after Freddie revealed he's definitely not in a midlife crisis. Mr. Maggard is getting his first tattoo and he's willing to take suggestions. Buckle up and prepare to enjoy a wild ride on the Depth Chart Podcast. Highlights:

-- Freddie's first and last bet.

-- Why the Jack linebacker is the most important position vacancy.

-- The hidden gem of the south.

-- Potential transfer portal steal of the season?

-- Additions outweigh transfer portal subtractions.