Bearing Down The Gridiron

Dive into the excitement of the latest games, player highlights, and all things football. Join us weekly for thrilling breakdowns and insights that celebrate the passion of the sport. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the game, there’s something for everyone.Sharp Takes, Smarter Debates, All College FootballMusic by Shadow2Real

Bearing Down The Gridiron is a sports podcast hosted by Darnell "Playmaker" Sallins, with 76 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Darnell "Playmaker" Sallins hosts Bearing Down The Gridiron, a sports show with 76 episodes published.

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  Episode #7

  Ohio State Collapses in Austin, LSU–Ole Miss Gets Personal

  Sep 17, 20261h 14mS5

  <p>Texas delivered a fourth-quarter comeback for the ages against Ohio State, while the tension surrounding LSU–Ole Miss intensified before kickoff. </p><p>The Playmaker and Cole Johnson break down Week 2’s biggest results, tackle the latest college football headlines and preview the must-watch matchups ahead on the Bear Down Tour. </p><p>Sharp Takes. Smarter Debates. All College Football.</p><p>#CollegeFootball #CFBPlayoff #BDTG #ThePlaymakerzNetwork </p><p>Fanatics: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/playmakerz </p><p>Lids: https://lids.7q8j.net/play </p><p>Music provided by Shadow2Real.</p>

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  Episode #6

  Week 1 Fallout: LSU Dominates, Michigan Escapes & Ohio State–Texas Awaits

  Sep 12, 20262h 12mS5

  <p>Week 1 is in the books, and Bear Down the Gridiron is breaking down the results that matter. </p><p>The Gridiron Roundup revisits LSU’s 51–10 embarrassment of Clemson, Michigan’s controversial escape against Western Michigan—and the overwhelming fan verdict—and Ole Miss’s thriller over Louisville. </p><p>Then previewing Week 2’s biggest matchups, led by Ohio State vs. Texas. Darnell “The Playmaker” Sallins and Cole Johnson will also make their Week 2 Bear Down Pick’Em selections. </p><p>Sharp Takes. Smarter Debates. All College Football. </p><p>#CollegeFootball #CFBPlayoff #BDTG #ThePlaymakerzNetwork </p><p>Fanatics: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/playmakerz <...

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  Episode #5

  College Football Is Back: Opening Week + CFP Predictions

  Sep 3, 20261h 39mS5

  <p>College football is back, and Season 5 of Bearing Down the Gridiron enters the regular season! The Playmaker and Cole Johnson preview Opening Week, break down the biggest games on the Bear Down Tour. </p><p>Which teams are built to reach the CFP—and who could shake up the race before it even begins? </p><p>Join the debate, share your predictions, and tell us which Opening Week matchup you are watching. Like the video and subscribe to The Playmakerz Network for weekly college football coverage. </p><p>#CollegeFootball #CFBPlayoff #BDTG #ThePlaymakerzNetwork Sharp Takes. Smarter Debates. All College Football.</p>

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  Episode #4

  Big Ten Preview | The Rulers of College Sports

  Aug 27, 20261h 30mS5

  <p>🏈 The Big Ten takes center stage as college football officially gets underway on Bearing Down the Gridiron! </p><p>The Playmaker and Cole Johnson break down the biggest storylines and games in the Big Ten. </p><p>Plus, The No Huddle tackles the growing eligibility battle after the Big Ten and SEC moved to block former professional athletes from returning to college competition, and we turn our attention to Week 0 as the first games of the 2026 season finally arrive. </p><p>Who takes the Big Ten—and what should we be watching as college football kicks off? </p><p>#BDTG...

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  Episode #3

  SEC Preview: Who Rules College Football’s Toughest Conference?

  Aug 20, 20262h 33mS5

  <p>The SEC takes center stage on Bearing Down the Gridiron! </p><p>The Playmaker and Cole Johnson break down the 2025 SEC season, the biggest storylines entering 2026, conference contenders, dark horses, teams under pressure, and the must-watch games that could shape the race. </p><p>Plus, The No Huddle covers the latest headlines around college football, including the newly released AP Preseason Top 25. 🏈 Question of the Day: The SEC has 9 teams in the AP Preseason Top 25. </p><p>Is the conference still college football’s standard — or is its reputation carrying more weight than its results? </p><p>Bearing Down the Gri...

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