Blazer Victory Podcast
Podcast covering UAB sports. Hosts John Duncan, Darion Smith, and Jimmy Marion. Not produced or affiliated with the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
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UAB loses to Illinois and ULM Preview (9/7/26) (opens the original)
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The guys talk about UAB's loss to Illinois and preview the ULM matchup. Help support Blazer Victory by subscribing to our Patreon page HERE. Becoming a Patreon supporter helps support Blazer Victory’s continued coverage of UAB athletics and gives you access to exclusive podcast episodes each month. We also offer an annual Patreon membership for a discount.
Mark Ingram Is Out at UAB: Was It the Right Move & What Comes Next? (8/19/26) (opens the original)
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Mark Ingram’s 11-year tenure as UAB’s Director of Athletics is over. So, was it the right move — and where does UAB Athletics go from here? Jimmy Marion, John Duncan and Darion Smith break down Ingram’s tenure, separating their personal experiences with him from their evaluation of UAB Athletics under his leadership. They discuss the successes of the Ingram era, the coaching decisions and controversies that accumulated over time, his relationship with Bill Clark, UAB’s struggles with communicati
2026 UAB Position Preview | Ep. 4: Secondary & Special Teams (8/8/26) (opens the original)
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The 2026 UAB Position Preview Series concludes with a look at the secondary and special teams. Can Todd Grantham's secondary provide the coverage needed to unlock an aggressive defensive scheme? And can UAB's special teams quietly become a difference-maker by winning the hidden-yardage battle? In Episode 4, we discuss: Why the secondary may hold the key to Grantham's defensive philosophy. The outlook for UAB's cornerbacks and safeties heading into fall camp. How the pass defense can bounce back
2026 UAB Position Preview | Ep. 3: Defensive Line & Linebackers (8/4/26) (opens the original)
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The 2026 UAB Position Preview Series continues with a look at the Blazers' front seven. Can Todd Grantham's defensive line generate the disruption UAB has been missing? Will the linebacker room provide the leadership, communication, and physicality needed to anchor the defense? In Episode 3, we discuss: Why improving the pass rush may be one of the biggest keys to UAB's season. New additions and returning talent along the defensive line. The outlook for the linebacker room and its role in Granth
2026 UAB Position Preview | Ep. 2: Quarterbacks, Wide Receivers, & Tight Ends (8/1/26) (opens the original)
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Can Ryder Burton and UAB’s passing attack take the next step in 2026? Episode 2 of our 2026 UAB Position Preview Series shifts the focus to the quarterbacks, wide receivers, and tight ends. Jimmy Marion, Darion Smith, and John Duncan break down the players, position battles, returning production, transfer additions, and why the success of UAB’s aerial attack could determine just how high the Blazers can climb this season. 🏈 Topics include: * Ryder Burton’s development entering Year 2 as the star
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