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Is Flag Planting Going Too Far?! Disrespect During Rivalry Weekend

Dec 2, 2024
52:37

Rece Davis, Pete Thamel and Ryan McGee, host of "Marty & McGee" on SEC Network, discuss flag planting being insulting, why it became a trend this year and what to do about it. They also get into Ohio State's collapse to Michigan, why their $20 million roster couldn't pull in a win and their missing key factor. Then they talk about Syracuse quarterback Kyle McCord and his sweet revenge, not just on Miami but on Ohio State. Lastly, the guys get into playoff bids and the decision to choose between an SEC three-loss team or Miami.

0:00 - Welcome

1:14 - Ohio State scoreless in second half against Michigan

7:39 - Beating Michigan: What Ohio State is missing

17:10 - Flag planting is insulting, invites conflict

22:18 - Why is flag planting a rivalry week theme this year?

24:12 - Flag planting calls one's character into question

30:11 - Best In Game: Syracuse Quarterback Kyle McCord

34:28 - Miami's questionable strategy against Syracuse

35:47 - Throwback to the final play of the 2013 Iron Bowl (Kick Six lore)

39:09 - College Football Playoff decisions: SEC three-loss team or Miami?

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