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It didn’t take Jeff Dantzler long to discover that he would not be the next Herschel Walker. Or Dominique Wilkins. Or Mikael Pernfors. That’s when he decided he wanted to be the next Dan Magill and Larry Munson. Well, no one will ever ... Read More about Jeff Dantzler »
JD’s early Top 10
Posted on 02/25/2013 by Jeff Dantzler
The mighty Southeastern Conference has produced seven consecutive national champions, with three of the last four won by Alabama. The league is loaded again. Oregon and Ohio State figure to be the top two challengers to the SEC’s throne. Spring practice will soon be starting around the country an... Read full story
Five keys for a Bulldog victory
Posted on 12/10/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
1. Dictate with the Run – Todd Gurley is the best tailback in the country. There are a lot of outstanding backs out there, but none are better than the freshman sensation. He was brilliant in the Bulldogs win over Florida, and Georgia’s MVP in the heart-breaking loss to Alabama. He’s fast, strong... Read full story
Nebraska stars
Posted on 12/10/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
Number 8 Ameer Abdullah, IB 5-9, 185 Soph. Homewood, Alabama (Homewood H.S.) Nebraska’s offense is loaded with stars. The “I-Back” duo of Ameer Abdullah and Rex Burkhead is the headlining duo, along with standout quarterback Taylor Martinez, wide receiver Kenny Bell, and All-American guard Spence... Read full story
JD’s Bowl Preview
Posted on 12/10/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
Vanderbilt vs. North Carolina State December 31, High Noon Nashville What a season it has been for the Commodores, who posted an 8-4 record and 5-3 Southeastern Conference mark. Understanding that the two programs are down, but for Vanderbilt to beat Auburn and Tennessee in the same season is an ... Read full story
Alabama- The studs that got them there
Posted on 11/26/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
Alabama #75 Barrett Jones, C The reigning Outland Trophy Award winner as the nation’s premier trench stalwart, Jones is the centerpiece of college football’s most dominant offensive line. He’s been a standout at tackle, guard and now center. Jones is very smart and a great football player. He may... Read full story
Alabama - The road to the Dome
Posted on 11/26/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
September 1 – Arlington, Texas Alabama – 41, Michigan – 14 The defending national champions left no doubt that they would be right in the thick of things again in 2012. Despite losing All-American Heisman Trophy finalist Trent Richardson and four star defenders – all five of whom were amongst the... Read full story
Georgia - The studs that got them there
Posted on 11/26/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
Georgia #3 Todd Gurley, TB When Isaiah Crowell was dismissed from the Georgia team, there was a major concern that the Bulldogs wouldn’t have standout play at tailback. And therefore, wouldn’t have a special season. Well, Georgia upgraded. Big time! Gurley joins Herschel Walker as the only two fr... Read full story
Georgia - The road to the Dome
Posted on 11/26/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
September 1 – Athens Georgia – 45, Buffalo – 23 On a scorching Saturday in Athens, the Bulldogs were far from impressive in a 22-point win over Buffalo. Georgia needed a goal line stand to lead 24-16, instead of 24-19 at the half. But the Bulldogs pulled away in the second half. The highlight of ... Read full story
Jeff Dantzler’s Top 25
Posted on 11/19/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
This past Saturday is a prime reason why college football doesn’t need a playoff. Nights like that lose significance. For all of the pundits who worry about multiple unbeaten in October, well, almost every year it takes care of itself. Since 1998, with Oregon and Kansas State added to the list, 1... Read full story
Five keys for a Bulldog victory
Posted on 11/19/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
1. Stop the Fullback – A lot of these keys are the same ones from last week’s game against Georgia Southern. It’s the flexbone/”Hambone” triple option. And when it comes to stopping any triple option – like with those powerful wishbone attacks at Oklahoma and Alabama in the 1970s, the first “must... Read full story
Georgia Tech stars
Posted on 11/19/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
Number 45 Jeremiah Attaochu, LB 6-3, 240 Jr. Washington, D.C. (Archbishop Carroll H.S.) The Yellow Jackets have had some struggles on defense, but they have a strong linebacking corps that has shined in Tech’s top performances. Attaochu and Jabari Hunt-Days are both top flight players, as is safe... Read full story
Jeff Dantzler’s Top 25
Posted on 11/12/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
It was an incredible day in college football with a slew of fantastic finishes, upsets and near misses. The biggest story of course was Texas A&M’s 29-24 victory at Alabama. Florida got a once-in-a-decade magic win against Louisiana-Lafayette on a blocked punt that landed perfectly. Vandy bea... Read full story
Five keys for a Bulldog victory
Posted on 11/12/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
1. Stop the Fullback – When it comes to stopping the triple option, from the wishbone to the Eagles and Tech’s flexbone (originally named the “Hambone” by the great icon Erk Russell for star quarterback Tracy Ham), everything begins with the fullback. If the fullback is gashing the front, then th... Read full story
Georgia Southern stars
Posted on 11/12/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
Number 6 Dominique Swope, FB 5-11, 221 Soph. Buford, Ga. (Buford H.S.) As dynamic as Georgia Southern’s quarterbacks have been in their years of greatness, the success of the “Hambone” triple option starts with the fullback. The Eagles have had plenty of great ones before, most notably Adrian Pet... Read full story
Donald Heath talks about the Eagles
Posted on 11/12/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
One of the all-time great sportswriters and newspaper men in the history of the state of Georgia is Donald Heath of the Savannah Morning News. He is an old friend and was a great mentor of mine growing up. His writing is always excellent and inciting, and here are Don’s thoughts on Saturday’s gam... Read full story
A remarkable man ... Erk Russell
Posted on 11/12/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
It is very rare in the world of collegiate athletics for someone to be beloved by two schools. The late Erk Russell is an iconic exception to the rule. This giant of a man is one of the great treasures to ever coach at Georgia. Programs, franchises and teams have their Mt. Rushmore’s of legends. ... Read full story
Jeff Dantzler’s Top 25
Posted on 11/05/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
It was an incredible day and night of college football, highlighted by Alabama’s thrilling 21-17 victory over LSU at a raucous Tiger Stadium. Oregon outshot Southern Cal to stay undefeated. Kansas State got a bit of a scare from Oklahoma State and Collin Klein’s wrist. But it was Notre Dame that ... Read full story
Five keys for a Bulldog victory
Posted on 11/05/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
1. Rugged Run Defense – Auburn has a dynamite tailback duo in Onterio McCalebb and Tre Mason. This has been a terrible season for the Tigers, but make no mistake, these two are an elite combo. Georgia’s defense is going to have to turn up that fierce run defense that was on display in the 17-9 vi... Read full story
Auburn University stars
Posted on 11/05/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
Number 55 Corey Lemonier, DE 6-4, 246 Jr. Hialeah, Fla. (Hialeah H.S.) One of the top pass-rushers in the Southeastern Conference, Lemonier is a standout for the Auburn defense. For the Tigers to pull the upset, he’ll have to get a big push, play strong against the run and pressure Georgia quarte... Read full story
A view from Auburn
Posted on 11/05/2012 by Jeff Dantzler
Andy Burcham, longtime Auburn broadcaster, has covered numerous games in this great series between the Bulldogs and Tigers. He’s an excellent broadcaster and one of the great guys in the league. Where has Auburn struggled the most offensively this year? The biggest struggle for Auburn offensively... Read full story
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