In episode 165 of the Takeover Sports Podcast, host Ryan Sieckert is joined by special guest James Ferguson-Reynolds, a former Boise State and Oregon Ducks punter, to discuss his journey from Australia to becoming a top college football punter. Ferguson shares anecdotes about challenges adapting to American culture, the transfer portal experience, and his time at two major college programs. He also opens up about his decision to declare for the NFL draft and what it means to leave college football behind. This episode offers a deeper look into the life of a punter and the highs and lows of the college football experience.
00:53 Meet the Hosts: Ryan and Sean
02:11 James Ferguson Reynolds intro
03:28 James' Journey from Australia to American Football
05:25 The Punting Academy and Pro Kick
06:44 Cultural Adjustments in the USA
09:00 Top 5 CFB Single Season All-time record holder
10:26 Mastering the Art of Fake Punts
11:10 Fake punt in CFP vs. Texas Tech
18:40 Transfer Portal Experience
15:20 Dan Lanning
16:55 Spencer Danielson vs Dan Lanning
18:20 Transfer Portal experience
21:07 Joining the Oregon Ducks
23:30 Kenyon Sadiq
27:00 Australian Film and American Stereotype song
30:36 Declaring for the NFL Draft
35:23 Eugene vs. Boise: A Fun Comparison
43:41 Heartfelt Messages to Boise & Oregon Fans
46:36 Wrapping Up and Best Wishes
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