Yellowhammer Sports Podcast – S2E8: Quentin Riggins

On this episode of the Yellowhammer Sports Podcast (S2E8), host CJ Duncan welcomes special guest Quentin Riggins, a former Auburn University linebacker, current senior vice president at Alabama Power and a member of the Auburn University Board of Trustees.

The duo review last week’s games, including South Carolina vs. Alabama and LSU’s upset of Ole Miss, before turning to Quentin’s extensive background in Auburn athletics and his professional career after football.

Quentin opens up about his journey to Auburn after a standout high school game and the influence Bo Jackson had on his decision to play for the Tigers. He discusses his playing days under legendary coach Pat Dye. The two also discuss the evolution of the sport, the influence of dual-sport athletes like Bo Jackson and Frank Thomas and how Auburn can return to its championship winning ways by focusing on building strong offensive and defensive lines.

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