In this episode of Locked on Auburn, Zac Blackerby and Jake Crain discuss the growing optimism around the Auburn Tigers for the 2024 season. They highlight the national media's shift in perception, noting Auburn's improved schedule and key roster additions. The conversation covers potential outcomes for the season, including the importance of early home games and the pivotal matchup against Oklahoma. They also speculate on which players should represent Auburn at SEC Media Days, emphasizing the significance of bringing team leaders like Peyton Thorne and Eugene Asante. The episode wraps up with insights into Auburn's strategic approach to media interactions.

00:00:00: Introduction and Welcome
00:01:24: National Media's Changing Perspective on Auburn
00:03:16: Last Year's Performance and This Year's Schedule
00:05:21: Potential Start to the Season and Key Games
00:07:05: Oklahoma Game Analysis
00:09:58: Oklahoma's Challenges and Auburn's Opportunities
00:11:20: SEC Media Days Representation
00:12:33: Sponsor Message - eBay Motors
00:13:10: Potential Players to Represent Auburn at SEC Media Days
00:15:49: Media Strategy and Player Selection
00:17:00: Closing Remarks and How to Follow Jake Crain

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