Oxford’s Own JJ Pegues: From Anchoring the Ole Miss Defensive Line to Honorary Mayor! Oxford native JJ Pegues a force on the Ole Miss Football defensive line and a true hometown hero, has officially been named the City of Oxford’s honorary mayor for November 29th—the date of the highly anticipated Egg Bowl clash with Mississippi State.Known affectionately as “The Mayor of Oxford” by his teammates, Pegues has earned his title through his standout play on the field, unwavering community involvement, and undeniable status as a fan favorite. Lately, his nickname has been generating buzz, and we explored its origin and meaning during our June taping of "Audibles with Jason Scarborough." Want to hear JJ’s take on what being “The Mayor” means to him? Check out the clip and join the conversation! 👔 🏈
Oxford’s Own JJ Pegues: From Anchoring the Ole Miss Defensive Line to Honorary Mayor!
Oxford native JJ Pegues a force on the Ole Miss Football defensive line and a true hometown hero, has officially been named the City of Oxford’s honorary mayor for November 29th—the date of the highly anticipated Egg Bowl clash with Mississippi State.
Known affectionately as “The Mayor of Oxford” by his teammates, Pegues has earned his title through his standout play on the field, unwavering community involvement, and undeniable status as a fan favorite. Lately, his nickname has been generating buzz, and we explored its origin and meaning during our June taping of "Audibles with Jason Scarborough."
Want to hear JJ’s take on what being “The Mayor” means to him? Check out the clip and join the conversation! 🏈👔
The Season 7 finale of Audibles with Jason Scarborough airs this weekend across Mississippi, showcasing the incredible journey of legendary former Southern Miss Football head football coach, Jeff Bower.
Born in the Northeast, Jeff Bower’s path to greatness was shaped by his family’s move to the South, eventually settling in Roswell, Georgia. A gifted athlete, Bower was recruited to play quarterback at the University of Georgia. But when things didn’t go as planned, fate led him to Southern Miss. One visit was all it took—Bower “fell in love” with the university that would forever be a part of his story.
As the starting quarterback for three seasons and later as head coach, Bower’s bond with the Golden Eagles grew stronger. His coaching career at USM became the most celebrated era in the school’s football history, marked by unmatched success, personal challenges, and triumphs that revealed his resilience and strength.
Join us for an inspiring look at Coach Bower’s journey of determination, perseverance, and passion. From overcoming life’s toughest adversities to building a legacy on and off the field, his story is a testament to the power of grit and heart. Off the gridiron, we explore the simple joys that keep him grounded—time with family, his grandkids’ lively energy, and favorite ways to relax.
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Season 7 of "Audibles with Jason Scarborough" continues this weekend with Episode 12, featuring Eli Acker, offensive lineman for the Ole Miss Football team.
Growing up as a passionate Ole Miss fan in Columbus, Mississippi—home to in-state rival Mississippi State—was no easy feat. For Eli, football was deeply personal. His father, John Acker, a former player and devoted Ole Miss fan, was his hero. Tragically, John passed away in 2020 during Eli's recruitment process. Despite the heartbreak, Eli remained determined to fulfill his dream of playing for the Rebels. Now a senior, Eli not only dons the same uniform but also walks the legendary Walk of Champions—a path he once traveled on his father’s shoulders as a child to catch a glimpse of his beloved team.
Catch a sneak peek into Eli’s inspiring journey of resilience and determination, as he becomes a key leader on the Ole Miss Football team. The episode also dives into his life off the field, exploring his favorite Oxford dining spots, go-to playlists, personal aspirations, team goals, and much more.
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Season 7 of "Audibles with Jason Scarborough"continues this weekend with Episode 11, featuring Marchant Kenney, a former standout football player at Southern Miss Football.
Growing up in New Orleans, Marchant faced adversity early on with his father being imprisoned and his mother tragically passing away. Raised by his grandmother and later by a caring nun, Sister Francis, Marchant found solace and guidance that eventually led him to a successful football career at Southern Miss.
Tune in to hear Marchant's inspiring journey from a troubled youth to a respected professional, as well as his interests in 80's and 90's entertainment, thoughts on NIL in college sports, favorite dining spots in Hattiesburg, and much more.
Don't miss this captivating episode featuring Marchant Kenney, airing this weekend across Mississippi and the Deep South! Listen to a sneak peek now.
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🚨🚨🚨Season 7 of Audibles with Jason Scarborough" 🚨🚨🚨 continues this weekend with Episode 10, featuring Dr. Kevin Chandler. Dr. Chandler, a general and thoracic surgeon for Lakeland Surgical Associates, is a Jackson-area surgeon and Madison, MS native with experience in all areas of surgery and care.
Dr. Chandler grew up in Madison, MS and was a high school athlete under coaches such as current Ole Miss chancellor Dr. Glenn Boyce, former high school football coaching legend Jack Carlisle and current MRA basketball legendary coach Richard Duease. Dr. Chandler took those lessons from three highly successful and impactful men and channeled those lessons into his time in medical school and surgical training.
Today, Dr. Chandler is a sought after surgeon specializing in surgical endoscopy, trauma and critical care, colorectal, vascular and thoracic surgery. He is a member of the Breast Cancer Society, the Society of Breast Surgery, and is a master surgeon in the practice of robotic surgery. A graduate of Ole Miss and the University of Mississippi School of Medicine, Dr. Chandler details his journey as a doctor and surgeon in this candid conversation for Audubles.
Hear Dr. Chandler's story, as a decorated and heralded surgeon, a father, a son, a husband-and how he juggles all of those distinctions and responsibilities. And of course, we cover the fun stuff too, like what music does he listen to preparing for surgery, what he likes to listen to while jogging, and so so much more!
Don't miss this incredible episode featuring Dr. Kevin Chandler, general and thoracic surgeon for Lakeland Surgical Associates, this weekend, all across MS and the Deep South! Listen to a sneak peek right here!
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🚨Season 7 of "Audibles with Jason Scarborough" 🚨continues this weekend with Episode 9, featuring Ole Miss Football tight end Caden Prieskorn.
Caden's journey from high school quarterback to college tight end is filled with challenges and triumphs, including military school, changing positions, and personal loss. Tune in this weekend to hear about his path to success on and off the field, as well as some fun insights into his time at Ole Miss Football
Don't miss this inspiring episode with Caden Prieskorn, airing this weekend in MS and the Deep South!
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Season 7 of "Audibles with Jason Scarborough" continues this weekend with our latest episode featuring former Ole Miss Football standout and Jackson, MS native Walker Jones, who played a key role in building Under Armour into the successful company it is today.
Jones, a multisport athlete in high school, helped lead the Jackson Academy Raiders to a state boys basketball championship before following in his father's footsteps to play football at Ole Miss. Despite facing challenges during his college career, Jones became a standout player and team captain, earning accolades for his on-field performance and community activism.
After graduating from Ole Miss, Jones had a successful tenure as Senior Director of Global Sports Marketing at Under Armour, where he played a significant role in the company's growth and success. He now serves as the Executive Director of The Grove Collective a name, image, and likeness collective for University of Mississippi student athletes.
In this weekend's episode, Jones shares insights from his playing days and experiences in the sports industry. Don't miss this fascinating conversation with Walker Jones, airing across MS and the Deep South. Listen to a sneak peek here!
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Join us this weekend for the latest episode of "Audibles with Jason Scarborough" as we continue Season 7 with special guest Jalen Williams, defensive lineman for the Southern Miss Football Golden Eagles. Originally from Tylertown, MS, Williams was a standout player in high school before making the decision to play for Arkansas Razorback Football. However, he ultimately returned to Mississippi to join the Southern Miss team under coach Will Hall.
Tune in to hear about Jalen's college football journey, including the challenges, setbacks, and tough decisions he has faced. Learn about his experiences as a leader on and off the field, how he has navigated unexpected twists in life, his team's tribute to fallen teammate MJ Daniels, his goals for the 2024 season and beyond, and more. Plus, get insights into Jalen's off-field activities, favorite spots in Hattiesburg, musical playlist suggestions, and much more!
Don't miss this exciting episode featuring Jalen Williams, airing this weekend across Mississippi and the Deep South. Listen to a sneak peek now!
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Season 7 of "Audibles with Jason Scarborough" continues this weekend with our latest episode, featuring Ole Miss Football wide receiver Tre Harris. Harris, a native of Lafayette, Louisiana, played quarterback for his high school football team before being asked to make the switch to wide receiver at Louisiana Tech, where his college football journey began.
After initially beginning his college football career with Louisiana Tech, Harris found it tough in the beginning in his new position on the field. But after continuing to work at his craft, he improved each year, eventually garnering Conference USA honors. At that moment, Harris felt his college football experience needed a change of location.
Upon entering the transfer portal, Harris found his way to Ole Miss Football for an official visit with Rebel head coach Lane Kiffin. Kiffin, who's known for his recruiting prowess as much as his offensive ingenuity, told Harris he could make him a 1st round NFL pick. Harris made his way to Oxford not long after that meeting and settled in to a "homey, comfortable fit" that has seen he and QB Jaxson Dart assault the Ole Miss offensive record books the last two seasons, with promises to shatter many more records in 2024.
Hear what Tre has to say about his life, his college football journey, Oxford, his time at Ole Miss, and how he's learning to become a leader for his younger teammates on and off the field, his expectations for himself and Ole Miss in 2024--and of course, fun questions about Tre's favorite dining stops and songs on his playlist any given gameday-and so much more!
Don't miss this incredible episode featuring Tre Harris, Ole Miss Football wide receiver, this weekend, all across MS and the Deep South! Listen to a sneak peek right here!
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Season 7 of "Audibles with Jason Scarborough" continues this weekend with a new episode, featuring Southern Miss Football linebacker Jalil Clemons. Clemons, a native of Starkville, led his hometown team to a state football championship appearance in 2017, before becoming one of the nation's most sought after recruits.
After initially choosing to play for Memphis, Clemons ultimately returned to the Magnolia State, landing in Hattiesburg as a Golden Eagle linebacker for Will Hall and Southern Miss Football, becoming a key member of the Black and Gold defense. Hear what Jalil has learned in his college football journey, not without its share of challenges and tough decisions, including how to become a leader on and off the field, how to cope with unexpected turns and twists in life, what his goals are for this 2024 season and beyond-and of course, fun questions about Jalil's off the field activities, his favorite culinary spots in Hattiesburg, what his musical playlist suggestions are for Jason and the crew-and so much more!
Don't miss this incredible episode featuring Jalil Clemons, linebacker for the Southern Miss Football team, this weekend, all across MS and the Deep South! Listen to a sneak peek right here!
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