It all comes down to this. After months of build-up, training, pressure and behind-the-scenes access to one of the most elite programs in college football – it’s game day.

Joe McGuire takes us inside the Ohio State Buckeyes on game day as they face the mighty Texas Longhorns, in what’s being billed as one of the most anticipated clashes of the entire season.

From the night before nerves, to the roar of the stadium, to the moments that make or break an NCAA blockbuster, and even special reporting on the ground by Dad, Eddie McGuire - this is the behind the scenes story of game day like you’ve never heard it before.

The College Diaries journey reaches its thrilling finale.

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College Diaries release schedule. Subscribe to the Howie Games feed so you don’t miss an episode!

Episode 1 – Monday, July 7 – Not Your Average Joe

Episode 2 – Monday, July 14 - Gold Standard

Episode 3 – Monday, July 21 - Show Me The Money

Episode 4 – Monday, July 28 - Straight A's

Episode 5 – Monday, August 4 - The Woody

Episode 6 – Monday, August 11 - Team Up North

Episode 7 – Monday, August 18 - Fall Camp

Episode 8 - Monday August 25 - Uncertainty

Episode 9 - Monday September 1 - Game Day

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A special treat for your Friday! Fresh from the AFL Awards on Fox Footy where Howie sat down with two of the brightest young stars in the game – Geelong’s Bailey Smith and St Kilda’s Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera.

Courtesy of our great friends at Fox Footy, we’re bringing you these two conversations that made awards night sparkle. These chats are raw, fun and straight from the heart.

If you want the full experience, you can catch the entire AFL Awards on Kayo and Foxtel Now. But right here, right now – enjoy a taste of it with Bailey, Nasiah and Howie.

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From the paddocks of Warrnambool to the bright lights of the AFL, Jonathan Brown’s story is pure sporting gold. A country lad who grew up tough and humble, Browny became one of the most courageous and dominant forwards the game has ever seen. Premierships, All-Australians, captain of the Lions – he did it all with that trademark mix of grit, bravery and country charm.

But Browny’s story doesn’t end when the boots came off. These days, he’s one of the most loved voices in the game, a straight-shooting, sharp-witted commentator and media star with Fox Footy and beyond.

In true Browny fashion, this chat is raw, funny and full of heart. It’s the journey of a good country boy who became a legend of the game.

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From the paddocks of Warrnambool to the bright lights of the AFL, Jonathan Brown’s story is pure sporting gold. A country lad who grew up tough and humble, Browny became one of the most courageous and dominant forwards the game has ever seen. Premierships, All-Australians, captain of the Lions – he did it all with that trademark mix of grit, bravery and country charm.

But Browny’s story doesn’t end when the boots came off. These days, he’s one of the most loved voices in the game, a straight-shooting, sharp-witted commentator and media star with Fox Footy and beyond.

In true Browny fashion, this chat is raw, funny and full of heart. It’s the journey of a good country boy who became a legend of the game.

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The pressure cooker is heating up in Columbus. And we are living inside the obsession with Joe as we countdown to game day. Every kick. Every scrimmage. Every moment counts.

The Buckeyes have made the call on their quarterback, Julian Sayin. But for Joe, and the battle for the number one punting role, the wait continues. Stress builds. Doubts creep in. Obsession takes hold. Six punts at training can feel like six sliding doors moments. It is do or die.

In this bonus, behind-the-scenes episode, Joe reveals what life is like on the edge of the decision. From clearing his head on a world-class golf course, to navigating the delicate relationship with his teammate and rival Nick, to the perks of being a Buckeye—custom Beats headphones and all.

Episode 8 takes us right inside the tension of Fall Camp—where every boot, every bounce, and every conversation matters. The punt. The pressure. The unknown. The dream.

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College Diaries release schedule. Subscribe to the Howie Games feed so you don’t miss an episode!

Episode 1 – Monday, July 7 – Not Your Average Joe

Episode 2 – Monday, July 14 - Gold Standard

Episode 3 – Monday, July 21 - Show Me The Money

Episode 4 – Monday, July 28 - Straight A's

Episode 5 – Monday, August 4 - The Woody

Episode 6 – Monday, August 11 - Team Up North

Episode 7 – Monday, August 18 - Fall Camp

Episode 8 - Monday August 25 - Uncertainty

Episode 9 - Monday September 1 - Game Day

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A Premiership hero. Legendary Lion. Commentator. Podcaster. Media star. All-round ripping bloke.

Browny joins Howie for a Player Profile packed with laughs and stories. From his first car, premiership tattoos with Powderfinger, to a trip to the Super Bowl – nothing is off limits. The big fella brings the charm, the humour, and the honesty.

Get to know Browny like never before ahead of the full episode – it’s a cracking warm-up with one of Australia's favourite sporting legends.

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Pressure, intensity, and even the temperature is rising as competitive football draws near. We meet a key coach setting the standards, while Joe takes us deep inside the world of competitive excellence, effort, and fight at one of the greatest sporting programs on the planet — welcome to Fall Camp.

Meetings. Practice. Pressure. Joe reveals his summer status, moves into hotel life, and battles through the physical and mental toll of endless reps. Alongside his roommate and long snapper, John Ferlmann, we uncover the fine details, the hidden moments, and the brutal grind of Fall Camp.

This is a story of resilience. Of standards. Of finding out whether you’ve got what it takes when the heat is at its peak. This… is Fall Camp.

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College Diaries release schedule. Subscribe to the Howie Games feed so you don’t miss an episode!

Episode 1 – Monday, July 7 – Not Your Average Joe

Episode 2 – Monday, July 14 - Gold Standard

Episode 3 – Monday, July 21 - Show Me The Money

Episode 4 – Monday, July 28 - Straight A's

Episode 5 – Monday, August 4 - The Woody

Episode 6 – Monday, August 11 - Team Up North

Episode 7 – Monday, August 18 - Fall Camp

Episode 8 - Monday August 25 - Uncertainty

Episode 9 - Monday September 1 - Game Day

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A State of Origin hero with one hell of a story. From glory to the most infamous press conference in Australian sport. From rock bottom to a man who now inspires thousands.

Darius Boyd’s journey is as raw as it is remarkable. Darius opens up about the mentorship that shaped his career – and life – under Wayne Bennett.

We revisit that press conference, his struggles behind the scenes despite on-field triumphs, and the turning point that saw him own his story and use it as a strength.

It’s the full Darius Boyd story – unfiltered, inspiring, and unforgettable.

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