In this bonus episode of Row Sixty, we take a trip down memory lane with former UGA linebacker and team captain Ryne Rankin. Ryne reflects on his recruitment journey, special teams legacy, and what it was really like inside the locker room during the pivotal 2015 season. We cover everything from wild SEC environments to the infamous Alabama game, the transition from Richt to Kirby, and how Ryne's experience as a D1 athlete shaped who he is today. Plus, we dive into his current life as a firefighter, hog hunter, and proud UGA ambassador. This is one of our favorite interviews ever—raw, funny, and full of insight. We hope you enjoy this episode, and as always, GO DAWGS!
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:54 - Meet Ryne Rankin
00:05:06 - "The Closer"
00:06:14 - Recruitment
00:11:27 - Choosing Georgia
00:13:10 - NIL Then vs Now
00:20:08 - 2015 Season
00:26:01 - Making Spurrier Quit
00:27:34 - Playing in Sanford
00:29:51 - Special Teams
00:32:12 - Team Captain
00:37:10 - Bama Beatdown
00:42:38 - Infamous Holding Call
00:46:00 - Tennessee Game
00:50:42 - Rowdy Environment
00:54:54 - Fight
00:58:50 - GSU & GT
01:02:13 - Mark Richt Legacy
01:04:25 - The Kirby Era
01:09:00 - Lightning Round
01:17:37 - 2025
01:22:52 - Coaching
01:29:45 - Firefighting
01:37:02 - Love Talking Ball!
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