The Depth Chart Podcast with Freddie Maggard

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Daisy the Cat and Classic Uniforms Feb 25, 2021

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We're still waiting on the start of Kentucky's spring practice, a.k.a the perfect time to look back at old Kentucky football uniforms. The helmets are no longer covered in cat paws, but Freddie Maggard is after adopting Daisy from the Humane Society. He talks about his new feline friend and much more, like...

The kind of film he refuses to evaluate.
What he's looking forward to seeing from the offense during spring practice.
The time is now for wide receivers to separate from the pack.
Why this spring is going to be tough on the old guys.
Freddie's annual "Chris Chenault needs to be in the UK Hall of Fame" speech.
What player hit so hard, your mother wouldn't make biscuits for you the next morning.

Picking the Right Amusement Park Feb 18, 2021

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What in the world do Orlando amusement parks have anything to do with Kentucky football? Freddie Maggard explains the parallels in a lengthy conversation with Nick Roush on the latest Depth Chart Podcast. They look ahead to the NFL Draft, dish on what Wan'Dale Robinson will do at UK, and...

People aren't giving Ruffolo enough praise for his strong finish.
How the transfer portal has changed college football.
"Nobody's following Dan Mullen."
The reasons behind wild variance in early draft boards.
Coen's influence on Wandale's game
"Wan'Dale Robinson is not a running back."
Freddie is still scared of Melvin Johnson.
Is Mike Edwards the best safety to ever play at UK?
College basketball STINKS.

Processing Kentucky's QB Competition Feb 11, 2021

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Will Levis' addition to the Kentucky football program threw a wrench into the BBN's expectations for the upcoming highly anticipated quarterback competition. Now there are three players involved. Each player brings something different to the table, giving Freddie Maggard and Nick Roush plenty to discuss. They also talk about...

-- The passing of a Louisville football coaching legend, Ty Scroggins, and his impact on the community.

-- Kentucky gets in instant impact player in the red zone from Michigan State.

-- There's only one guarantee amid the QB competition's uncertainty.

-- Why Freddie believes you gotta throw out Allen and Gatewood's 2020 film.

-- How fans evaluate a QB is different than how coaches evaluate their play.

-- Scott Woodward gives Liam Coen much-needed familiarity in Lexington.

Trevin Wallace Provides NSD Exclamation Point Feb 04, 2021

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Kentucky's 2021 football recruiting class ended with a bang. Jon Sumrall secured a signature from four-star linebacker Trevin Wallace to close out the class with an elite athlete that WOWed Freddie Maggard like none of his predecessors. Joined by Nick Roush, the two football guys also answered your questions, like...

Who will be the breakout returning players on offense and defense?
Parachute pants or hammer pants?
Next center up.
What pops from Wallace's film.
Wallace's growth will not be so different than Lynn Bowden's.
The importance of Vince Marrow and Jon Sumrall.
Freddie's Super Bowl snack of choice.

2021 Schedule, Tennessee's New Regime and more Jan 28, 2021

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It was a surprisingly eventful week for SEC football. Each team has a schedule and Tennessee poached UCF's athletic director and head football coach. Freddie Maggard is here to talk about it all, sprinkled in with some snow day shenanigans. Highlights:

Freddie and fifth grade math go together like lamb and tuna fish.
The best purchase of Freddie's life.
Spring tryouts at WR.
Does the new AD know he's in Knoxville, not Orlando?
Trevin Wallace could be Jon Sumrall's biggest recruiting win yet.
The difference between NFL and college offensive installs.

Diets and Photoshoots Jan 21, 2021

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The UK Football offseason continues and Freddie Maggard is smiling ear to ear; not because he's happy football is over. Freddie is now a KSR model. He reminisces with Nick Roush on missed photoshooting opportunities from days' past before the two discuss the latest from the world of UK football. Highlights:

Does diet and exercise actually work?
Tennessee's troubles aren't going anywhere anytime soon.
Some UT fans are so angry they're quoting Bible verses as retribution.
How the talented UK tight ends can help the wide receivers in Liam Coen's offense.
Why the outside zone running scheme helps play-action pass and bootlegs.
NFL Championship weekend predictions.

Wan'Dale Robinson is a Wildcat Jan 15, 2021

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It feels good to say, "Wan'Dale Robinson is a Kentucky Wildcat." Freddie Maggard and Nick Roush break down what Wan'Dale's homecoming means for the Cats this fall and much, much more. Highlights:

Vince Marrow's role in Robinson's return to Kentucky.
Offseason recruiting wins off the trail that will directly lead to wins.
A memorable moment when Freddie first met Wan'Dale.
Freddie compares the National Championship game to the movie Friday.
The Browns win over the Steelers felt like UK's win over Tennessee.
Jamin Davis departs, concerns about depth next fall?
How Wan'Dale will help UK's talented 2021 pass-catching recruiting class.

New Year's in Jacksonville Dec 30, 2020

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Freddie Maggard is ready to start a new year with a Kentucky football win in Jacksonville. Will it happen? He doesn't feel too great about how Kentucky matches up with NC State. He explains why in the latest Depth Chart Podcast. Highlights:

Freddie can't figure out how to work his Christmas gifts.
NC State does two things well in particular that hurts UK.
Lessons learned from high school state championship games.
The Gator Bowl is a tryout of sorts for the new offensive coordinator.
Kentucky passes the "give a crap" test.

Season-Ending Q&A Dec 10, 2020

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Kentucky's 2020 regular football season has come to a close and the Wildcats are searching for a new offensive coordinator as signing day approaches. Freddie Maggard is joined by Nick Roush to answer all of your Kentucky football questions and also discuss....

Which superhero would be the best offensive coordinator?
How long will it take for the offense match the new OC's vision?
Which players will leave and who could return?
Dr. Cool is BACK.
Where UK's offense went wrong.
Kentucky's defense (once again) played good enough to win football games.

Embrace the Cold Dec 03, 2020

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Football wins in December are determined by the team who does not run away from the cold. If Kentucky can embrace the elements, the Wildcats can end the season on a high note with a win on Senior Day vs. South Carolina. Freddie Maggard shares his experience with the cold, what South Carolina brings to the table, and...