Clare are Offaly's first opponents this weekend.
Midlands 103 commentator Brian Gavin says Offaly should be aiming to progress in the Tailteann Cup this weekend.
The Faithful side travel to Cusack Park in Ennis to take on Clare tomorrow for the opening round, as they aim to get their first competitive win of the season.
Their opponents were beaten by Kerry in the Munster Championship, while Offaly suffered defeat at home to Laois in Leinster.
Victory for either side will put them through to the winner's section.
Gavin says Offaly need to be embrace the competition this year:
Throw in is at 4:00pm from Cusack Park in Ennis tomorrow.
You can listen to the full interview on Ahead Of The Game tonight from 7:00pm on Midlands 103.
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