Grant Gardner 12/4/25 Grant Gardner 12/4/25

The John Grass Era Begins Now

Samford officially introduced new head football coach John Grass to the Samford community. The newest era of Samford football begins now.

Grant Gardner 12/3/25 Grant Gardner 12/3/25

Samford Hires Clemson Analyst John Grass as Next Head Football Coach

Samford officially hires Clemson analyst and former Jacksonville State head coach John Grass as Samford’s new head football coach.

Grant Gardner 11/16/25 Grant Gardner 11/16/25

Samford Football Head Coach Hot Board: Who Should Samford Target?

Samford football is looking for a new head coach following the firing of Chris Hatcher. Here is who Samford should contact.

Sam Devaney 11/10/25 Sam Devaney 11/10/25

A Look Back on the Hatcher Era

Coach Hatcher had opportunities to build real momentum but failed to reach a level of sustained success compared to the top of the conference. We were close…but not quite there and really began slipping in 2019.

Grant Gardner 11/9/25 Grant Gardner 11/9/25

Chris Hatcher Out as Samford’s Head Coach

Samford has relieved head football coach Chris Hatcher of his duties on Sunday.

Grant Gardner 11/8/25 Grant Gardner 11/8/25

They Said It: South Carolina State

Lennie Acuff gets his first win as Samford’s head coach. We talked with Coach Acuff, Jadin Booth, and Dylan Faulkner after the victory

Grant Gardner 10/28/25 Grant Gardner 10/28/25

Samford Basketball’s New Era: A Season Preview

It is finally time for Samford basketball. Samford has a new leader in Lennie Acuff and a brand new team for a new era.

Grant Gardner 10/9/25 Grant Gardner 10/9/25

Bucky McMillan’s Final Samford Farewell

Former Samford head basketball coach Bucky McMillan joined the State of the Bulldogs Podcast to relay his gratitude and reminisce.

Grant Gardner 10/2/25 Grant Gardner 10/2/25

Know Your Foe: Mercer Bears

Samford remains in desperation mode looking for their first win of the season. So what can they expect from the Mercer Bears?

Grant Gardner 9/25/25 Grant Gardner 9/25/25

Know Your Foe: Furman Paladins

Samford is still in desperation mode looking for win number one. What should they expect from the Furman Paladins?

Grant Gardner 9/24/25 Grant Gardner 9/24/25

Samford Basketball Releases Non-Conference Schedule

The first schedule for the new era of Samford basketball has officially been released for Lennie Acuff and company.

Grant Gardner 9/19/25 Grant Gardner 9/19/25

Know Your Foe: Western Carolina Catamounts

Samford needs a win…desperately. So what can they expect from an 0-3 Western Carolina Catamounts?

Grant Gardner 9/11/25 Grant Gardner 9/11/25

Know Your Foe: Baylor Bears

What plagued Samford last week and what can they expect from the Baylor Bears from the Big 12?

Grant Gardner 9/5/25 Grant Gardner 9/5/25

Know Your Foe: The Citadel Bulldogs

So what can Samford expect from The Citadel Bulldogs in a must-win week 2 game?

Grant Gardner 8/24/25 Grant Gardner 8/24/25

Samford Football Mega Preview: Time to Bounce Back

Samford football is back in action this week looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2024 season. Our season preview lets you know what they must do to return to form.