Locked On College Football

Locked On celebrates its 10th anniversary & the hosts from around the network look back on what made the No. 1 sports podcast network, with you your team every day. 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s somethi...

Curt Cignetti has orchestrated the best coaching turnaround in college football history over the last two seasons. One college football pundit doesn't think that makes him the best coach in the sport.

Today's episode of Locked On College Football is a crossover with 'Locked On Irish' host Tyler Wojciak. Where does Marcus Freeman rank in college football coaches currently?

Lane Kiffin brings a lot of hype and attention to LSU this year, is he a top 10 coach in college football? Where should Alabama's Kalen DeBoer fit into this discussion?

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When Locked On launched college sports coverage in September 2018, nobody was doing it daily at the program level. Zac Blackerby, Luke Robinson, Isaiah Hole, John Nabors, Matt Moscona, and Jake Hatch embedded themselves inside fanbases across the SEC, Big Ten, Big 12, and beyond and never stopped showing up. In this anniversary special, the original college crew unpacks what it looked like to build hyperlocal coverage for passionate fanbases nobody else was serving every day, how the landscape shifted beneath them through realignment, NIL, the transfer portal, and playoff expansion, and why the commitment to daily coverage never wavered through all...

Texas Tech was lobbying to rationalize their decision to play QB Brendan Sorsby in 2026. The moves were now all for nothing as Sorsby and Texas Tech have decided to part ways.

On this bonus episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin reacts to the news and the saga being, for all intents and purposes, over. Was any irreparable damage done to the sport?

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00:00 Texas Tech statements and reactions

05:10 Local judges and NCAA rules

07:44 College sports and regulation challenges

12:28 Sorsby...

Tristan Smith gets an injunction to play next season and UCLA lands a wide receiver commit in the 2027 class. Nebraska has gone on a hot streak recruiting. #tristansmith #uclabruins #nebraskacornhuskers 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right...

Texas Tech's leadership, including their Athletic Director, President, and Joey McGuire, released a 22 minute video discussing the Brendan Sorsby situation. Their words don't make a ton of sense.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses recent comments from Clemson HC Dabo Swinney. How do those comments land as a WR sought a judge to get more eligibility?

San Diego State enters 2026 with massive expectations at the G6 level in the new-world Pac-12. 'Locked On Pac-12' host Christian Rauh and Spencer discuss the Aztecs' outlook.

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Texas gets a commitment from defensvie lineman Kasi Currie and UCLA hopes to land a five-star commitment to add to its great class. Will Wade faces an investigation. #kasicurrie #willwade #texaslonghorns 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right...

Cody Campbell has put himself at the center of the college football world in recent months. His comments regarding Brendan Sorsby don't make the Red Raiders look good.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the potential actions both sides appear ready to take. The Texas Attorney General is now involved, which could make things messier.

Oregon State's new Athletic Director walks into a new world in Corvallis, and now has a question to face. Should the Beavers join those schools who would boycott Texas Tech and not play the Red...

Big Ten powers rally against Texas Tech over Brendan Sorsby’s controversial eligibility fight. As the Red Raiders attempt to play Sorsby despite NCAA regulations, Big Ten schools refuse all non-conference competition, igniting a heated debate about integrity, NIL chaos, and the role of judges in college football. Is this a Texas Tech scandal, an NCAA crisis, or a sign the sport is spinning out of control? The Locked On Big Ten Squad breaks down why Sorsby’s 9,000 betting violations set off a conference-wide backlash, if conferences—not the NCAA—hold the real power, and how coaches like Joey McGuire...

Texas Tech's A.D. speaks in support of Brendan Sorsby and Auburn stays hot on the recruiting trail. Wisconsin gets a defensive back commitment. #brendansorsby #wisconsinbadgers #auburntigers 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s something...

The Brendan Sorsby saga continues as Big 12 Athletic Directors are reportedly upset about the ruling. Can Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark do anything about it?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin looks at what could come next from this whole situation. Fellow 'Locked On' host Jay Smith joins to discuss.

Spencer concludes today's show talking about the re-scheduling of the Virginia-NC State matchup in Brazil going back to Charlottesville. This type of movement needs to be shut down before it gets started.

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Tennesee has hopes for the College Football Playoff and Washington gets a four-star commit from an edge rusher. Florida has key recruits on campus this weekend. #tennesseevolunteers #floridagators #washingtonhuskies 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s...

Brendan Sorsby's injunction to play this year has rocked the college football world. Could there be any good news that comes from this across the country?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by 'Locked On Buffs' host Kevin Borba. Is there an odd similarity between the Sorsby situation and Deion Sanders' first year in Boulder?

Arizona State Kenny Dillingham is among the most charismatic coaches in all of college football. His legend is continuing to grow by the day in Tempe.

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Brendan Sorsby gets an injunction to play and the country goes mad. Auburn lands a four-star commit and Indiana hopes it can make a strong title defense. #brendansorsby #auburntigers #indianahoosiers 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right...

Brendan Sorsby has received a preliminary injuction from a judge in Texas to become eligible in 2026. The move underscores how powerless the NCAA truly is.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by Thomas Dunn of On3 covering the Cal Golden Bears. Tosh Lupoi is making more noise on the recruiting trail.

Michigan State HC Pat Fitzgerald has made a MASSIVE piece of news on the recruiting trail--well, at least as newsworthy as it feels like the Spartans can be sometimes.

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LSU lands a five-star edge-rusher in K.J. Green and Alabama lands a pair of commits. Kansas adds six commitments over the weekend. #kjgreen #alabamacrimsontide #kansasjayhawks 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s something for every...

During hearings last weekend, Washington State Senator Maria Cantwell indicated that the Pac-12 is now going to receive over $10 million in their media rights distribution. That would be massive, but are we sure that's right?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Longhorns' host Brad Kellner discuss the drama with Texas Tech. What should Texas and Steve Sarkisian do next?

James Franklin reportedly got a $75 million donation from the Virginia Tech fanbase/donor base to support the program. Spencer gives a couple of key takeaways as he enters his...

Vanderbilt gets a four-star offensvie lineman and Michigan State starts slow on the recruiting trail. Syracuse lands a four-star wide receiver. #vanderbiltcommodores #michiganstatespartans #syracuseorange 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s something for everyone, every day...

A variety of impactful people were in Washington D.C. earlier this week to discuss the 'Protect College Sports Act' which is opposed by the Big 10 and the SEC. Pac-12 Commissioner Teresa Gould made 1 particularly imporant point.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by 'Locked On Irish' host Tyler Wojciak. Why did Notre Dame's AD shut down the idea of a super league even though Notre Dame would be included?

Texas Tech was called out by Steve Sarkisian, and others, for their weak schedule this Fall. The Red Raiders...

Miami flips five-star recruit Jaiden Bryant from LSU and Texas tries to keep its five-star wideout. Notre Dame fights to win its biggest recruiting battles. #jaidenbryant #lsutigers #notredamefightingirish 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s somethi...

The Big Ten and SEC unite to push back against Congress’s sweeping plan to overhaul college football, setting up a powerful standoff that could reshape the sport’s future. With player compensation, playoff formats, and media rights on the line, can any legislation succeed without college football’s biggest powerhouses on board? The Big 10 Squad dissects the motives behind congressional intervention in NCAA sports, conference politics, and the relentless pursuit of media power. The crew shifts focus to Wisconsin Badgers football, debating whether Luke Fickell’s squad can clear a six-and-a-half win total and what’s at stake for his jo...

The SEC and Big 10 are now on record opposing the 'Protect College Sports Act' put forward in the United States Senate. Are they likely to work with the senators, as they claim, to address their concerns?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Vols' host Eric Cain discuss the Tennessee QB situation. Is there growing momentum for 5-star freshman Faizon Brandon?

SMU is adding a wide receiver, Jordyn Adams, who was in the same recruiting class as Lions WR Amon-Ra St Brown. What does this say about the state...

Texas A&M lands a pair of key recruits and a judge hears Brendan Sorsby's case. Washington gets a four-star wide receiver. #mikeelko #brendansorsby #washingtonhuskies 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s something for everyone...

Texas Tech wants to "spot the ball" and play Texas on the field in 2026. Steve Sarkisian brought this on himself, but he should not give in to the Red Raiders' request.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Nittany Lions' host Zach Seyko discuss a former Penn State 5-star EDGE. Could Chaz Coleman wind up back with James Franklin?

Utah's Athletic Department saw some 70 employees laid off as a result of their partnership with a private equity firm. Does this spell more bad financial news for the Utes?

Miami's Mario Cristobal had the Hurricanes on the brink of a national championship last year. Has he shaken off the label of being a poor in-game manager as a head coach?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On The Portal' host Brian Smith discuss the best recruiting coaches in the country. Curt Cignetti not being on the list is very telling.

Cal has made recruiting splashes in the ACC as Tosh Lupoi has hit the ground running. Thomas Dunn, an expert on all things Cal Golden Bears, joins to...

Wisconson lands a four-star receiver in Jai Jones and Florida State loses four-star commit Mekhi Williams. Miami lands linebacker Noah Glover. #jaijones #mekhiwilliams #noahglover 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s something for everyone, every day...

2 senators have introduced a potentially revolutionary piece of bipartisan legislation dubbed the 'Protect College Sports Act'. Will the bill do what it claims to intend?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Irish' host Tyler Wojciak discuss the impact the bill could have on Notre Dame. Would it force the Irish to change anything about how they operate?

Trinidad Chambliss carried Ole Miss to the brink of the national title game in 2025. Will he be viewed as the top QB in college football in 2026? Spencer and Tyler discuss.

Hidden amidst a flurry of SEC comments at their Spring meetings this week was a remark from Florida HC Jon Sumrall. The comment coming from him should worry G6 fans.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the push from Texas Tech to play the Texas Longhorns in 2026. The game would be an outstanding spectacle for the sport.

There have been discussions about the Big 10 and SEC scheduling a partnership for the leagues to play each other in football. Would the cons outweigh the pros in that scenario?

00:00 Group...

Brendan Sorsby will appeal his denial to return to Texas Tech and Notre Dame lands four-star edge rusher Jackson Vaughn. Alabama has a big recruiting weekend coming. #brendansorsby #jacksonvaughn #alabamacrimsontide 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right...

Big Ten football faces a seismic shift as talk of a 70-school “Super Mega Conference” heats up. Could college athletics see relegation like the Premier League, or will tradition—with teams like Ohio State, Michigan, and UCLA—hold firm amidst swirling changes? The panel breaks down the latest bipartisan Congressional proposal that targets NIL regulation, transfer portal chaos, and the Lane Kiffin rule for mid-season coaching exits—all set to upend the college sports landscape. The Big 10 Squad leads a spirited debate featuring bold super conference visions, calls for NIL salary caps, and challenges to schools: “stop being poor” and keep pace...

Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell are attempting to move forward a bill allowing the NCAA a form of antitrust exemption. The bill could radically change college sports.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the Pac-12 scheduling plan in the coming years. Oregon State under new HC JaMarcus Shephard will get a taste of the 'Civil War' in the coming years.

Wake Forest was one of the most surprising teams in the country last year, going 9-4 including their bowl game. Will Jake Dickert have the Demon Decons in the...

Miami has some of its top recruits coming to campus this weekend and Kansas lands an offensive line commit. Illinois lands a junior college defensive lineman. #miamihurricanes #kansasjayhawks #illinoisfightingillini 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s...

The SEC meetings continue and there is not yet a distinction on whether or not they'll cave on the idea of a 24-team Playoff. We should listen to Texas A&M's Mike Elko.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the idea of an SEC/B1G breakaway--if it ever happened. Which teams would they want to have in a 40-team "Super League"?

Texas Tech's Brendan Sorsby was denied a waiver by the NCAA to become exempt to play in the 2026 season. Will a court appearance change his fate, which currently  l...

"Michigan flips a former Alabama commit and a five-star recruit cancels his visit to Texas. Oklahoma hopes it's improved its offense. #michiganwolverines #texaslonghorns #oklahomasooners 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s something for everyone, every day...

There has been widespread speculation that the SEC, and maybe the Big 10, could seek to ditch NCAA governance and set their own rules for things like NIL. Would they ever actually leave the other conferences on the field as well?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On SEC' host Chris Gordy discuss the first day of the league's Spring Meetings. Will Greg Sankey take advantage of being the only holdout on the 24-team Playoff?

Penn State has one of the easiest schedules in all of the power four conferences...

Ole Miss flips a defensive back commit from Michigan and Oregon lands a commitment in the 2027 class. Penn State fans have questions about Matt Campbell's recruiting #olemissrebels #michiganwolverines #oregonducks 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s...

The Pac-12 and Mountain West reportedly reached a settlement, one that would favor the Pac-12 from a financial standpoint. Will this make any MW programs get jumpy?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the potential for Stanford to rise in the recruiting landscape. Can the Cardinal become relevant in the ACC?

Tulane was the highest-ranked G6 team from the 2025 season and lost HC Jon Sumrall to Tulane for their trouble. The Green Wave might be in a tough spot in 2026.

00:00 PAC12's potential Mountain West expansion

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Ed Orgeron returns to LSU on Lane Kiffin's staff and Miami lands a pair of four-star recruits. Florida basketball gets Rueben Chinyelu back next season. #edorgeron #lanekiffin #ruebenchinyelu 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s somethi...

Texas HC Steve Sarkisian took a shot, without naming them, at Texas Tech and their schedule in 2026. The move was telling about where Sark's head is at right now.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On LSU' host Matt Moscona discuss the return of Ed Orgeron. What is the reason behind hiring him to Lane Kiffin's staff?

The '5 in 5' eligibility rule has been tabled by the D1 council until the end of June. The rule change isn't dead, and is a good idea that needs to be...

SEC coaches speak anonymously in the offseason and Oregon battles with Washington for recruits. Nebraska looks at the impact of a 24-team playoff. #oklahomasooners #oregonducks #nebraskacornhuskers 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s something for every...