Locked On Pac-12 - Daily College Football and Basketball Podcast

An Old PAC-12 rivalry heats up as Washington Huskies prepare to defend the Apple Cup against Washington State Cougars—now as new-look rivals on a standalone Sunday. Can Kirby Moore, the new head coach and a Washington native, lead the Cougars to an upset at Husky Stadium, or will Demond Williams Jr. and the Huskies’ revamped defense shut down Washington State’s hyped running game? Christian Rauh a...

Texas State faces recruiting chaos as four-star running back Daylon Gordon’s commitment comes under threat following the sudden departure of running backs coach Barrick Neely. With power conference programs circling and Gordon’s ties to Coach Nealy under scrutiny, speculation mounts: can Texas State hang on to its prized recruit, or is a high-profile flip imminent? Christian Rau and Brian Smith br...

Fresno State seize their moment as new PAC 12 contenders with a high-stakes matchup against USC. Can Matt Entz’s Bulldogs make a statement and upset the Trojans under the Friday night lights at the LA Coliseum? Christian Rauh and Marc Kulkin spotlights Fresno State’s formidable run game—led by Rayshawn Luke and Bryson Donaldson—against a USC defense aiming for redemption. The conversation covers k...

PAC-12 faces a critical revenue question: should they follow the Big 12’s lead and add a high-profile jersey patch sponsor? Christian Rauh and Andy Patton break down Monster Energy’s $20 million annual jersey patch deal with the Big 12, spotlighting how Kansas and Washington State are leveraging sponsorships to boost athletic department coffers. Could PAC-12 lock in a bigger deal and what brands a...

PAC-12 stirs controversy by skipping football media day—does it matter, or is the digital age changing the game? Rivalries heat up as Washington State and Boise State prepare for a high-stakes Snake River showdown, while the new-look Apple Cup promises drama with Kirby Moore leading the Cougars against Washington’s Demond Williams Jr. The conversation focused on the implications of no official PAC...

Oregon State Beavers ignite a fierce quarterback battle as Malik Murphy returns amidst high expectations and stiff competition from Braden Atkinson and Brady Jones. Can Murphy reclaim his Duke-level form and transform Oregon State into a Pac-12 contender, or does a new face under center await? Christian Rauh and Ryan Harlan break down Murphy's stats, the challenges facing the offense, and how Jama...

Can San Diego State compete for a Pac-12 Championship in its first season back in the conference? On today's episode of Locked On Pac-12, we break down why Sean Lewis has completely transformed the Aztecs into one of the most intriguing teams entering the 2026 college football season. After an impressive turnaround, San Diego State returns an explosive offense led by quarterback Jaden Denegal, sta...

San Diego State continues to prove it belongs in the new Pac-12. In this Locked On College Crossover, Christian Rauh is joined by national recruiting analyst Brian Smith to break down why Sean Lewis is winning key recruiting battles across California, including landing 2027 defensive back Xavior Jones over several Pac-12 rivals. The conversation also dives into several of the conference's top quar...

The Pac-12 Tournament will take place at MGM Garden Grand in Las Vegas for 2027 and 2028! In this special Locked On College Crossover, Christian Rauh and Andy Patton break down the biggest news surrounding the conference's official launch, including the announcement that the Pac-12 Men's Basketball Tournament will return to Las Vegas beginning in 2027. They discuss the new tournament format, why r...

The new Pac-12 has officially arrived, and with it comes one of college football's newest rivalries. Washington State and Boise State are set to launch what many are already calling the Snake River Rivalry, a matchup that could become one of the premier games in the rebuilt Pac-12 Conference. From the history between the programs to Kirby Moore's Boise State ties and the importance of their first...

The Pac-12 officially returns, but the biggest questions are only beginning. In this crossover episode of Locked On Pac-12 and Locked On College Football, Christian Rauh and Spencer McLaughlin break down what the future of the conference could look like following its official relaunch. From conference expansion and potential future members to the race for the 2026 football championship, every majo...

Fresno State enters the inaugural season of the new Pac-12 with one of the conference's deepest offensive backfields, and the Bulldogs' running back room could quickly become one of the league's biggest strengths. Christian Rauh is joined by Jackson Moore of BarkBoard.com and Al Scott of Fresno Sports Magazine to break down why Bryson Donelson and Rayshon Luke form one of the most dynamic running...

Oregon State enters the 2026 college football season with plenty of questions surrounding its defense, but one position group stands above the rest: linebacker. Christian Rauh is joined by Ryan Harlan of BeaversEdge.com to break down why Oregon State's linebacker room could become the foundation of Mike MacIntyre's new defensive system. The discussion examines returning leader Aidan Sullivan, Idah...

Texas State may be the most underrated team entering the new Pac-12, and it's time to start paying attention. Christian Rauh is joined by Win Now or Get Bent host Keff Ciardello to break down why the Bobcats deserve far more national attention heading into the 2026 college football season. The discussion covers quarterback Brad Jackson's breakout campaign, the return of two 1,000-yard receivers, o...

The NCAA has officially approved the new 5-for-5 eligibility rule, marking one of the biggest changes in college athletics in decades. Redshirts are effectively gone, every athlete now receives five years to compete within a five-year window, and the decision could reshape roster construction, recruiting, player development, NIL, the transfer portal, and even future lawsuits. In this episode, we b...

Texas State's Recruiting Is Becoming a REAL Problem for Everyone Else | Pac-12 Texas State isn't just winning recruiting battles anymore—they're changing expectations. In this episode of Locked On Pac-12, we break down why G.J. Kinne and the Bobcats are quickly becoming one of the biggest recruiting stories in college football after landing elite running back Daylon Gordon, one of the nation's top...

Washington State football enters the 2026 season with one of the most fascinating quarterback battles in the new Pac-12. New head coach Kirby Moore must choose between UC Davis transfer Caden Pinnick, returning quarterback Julian Duggar, and rising young talent Owen Eshleman as the Cougars prepare for fall camp. In this episode of Locked On Pac-12, Christian Rauh and Gavin Hite break down the stre...

The College Football Playoff is heading toward another major expansion, but does a 24-team format actually make sense? On this episode of Locked On Pac-12, Christian Rauh joins Spencer McLaughlin of Locked On College Football to break down the growing concerns surrounding CFP expansion, scheduling challenges, conference championship games, and what the future of postseason college football could l...

Boise State head coach Spencer Danielson has once again been overlooked, and the latest Group of 6 head coach rankings prove it. Despite leading Boise State to multiple winning seasons, a College Football Playoff appearance, and dominating UNLV during his tenure, Danielson was ranked behind UNLV head coach Dan Mullen in On3's latest Group of 6 coaching rankings. The decision has sparked major deba...

A new proposal from Major League Baseball could completely reshape the future of college baseball, and the Pac-12 may be one of the biggest winners. MLB owners have proposed eliminating high school players from entering the MLB Draft while also reducing the draft from 20 rounds to 12. If approved, top prospects would be required to spend at least two seasons in college before becoming draft eligib...

Congress has made significant changes to the Protect College Sports Act, and those adjustments could have major implications for the future of college athletics, conference realignment, and the Pac-12 Conference. In this episode of Locked On Pac-12, Christian Rauh breaks down the latest developments surrounding the Protect College Sports Act, including new provisions that could prevent the SEC, Bi...

Washington State enters the new Pac-12 era with plenty of questions, but there may be more reasons for optimism than many realize. New head coach Kirby Moore has quickly energized the program following a turbulent coaching transition. After spending the past several seasons helping build one of college football's most productive offenses at Missouri, Moore arrives in Pullman with a clear vision, s...

The new PAC-12 officially launches in less than two weeks, but can the conference compete with programs like Oregon, USC, UCLA and Arizona State on the recruiting trail? On this special Locked On College Crossover, Christian Rauh is joined by recruiting expert Brian Smith of Locked On The Portal to break down the future of PAC-12 recruiting, why San Diego State is emerging as an early recruiting w...

Is Fresno State becoming the sleeping giant of the new Pac-12? On this episode of Locked On Pac-12, Christian Rauh is joined by Al Scott of Fresno Sports Magazine to break down why Matt Entz and the Bulldogs are generating serious momentum heading into the 2026 college football season. The conversation starts with Fresno State winning key recruiting battles over conference rivals Boise State and S...

Oregon State is entering a completely new era. The Beavers have a new athletic director in Kevin Griffin, a new football coach in DeMarcus Shepard, a new men's basketball coach in Justin Joyner, and a new Pac-12 Conference set to launch on July 1st. But can all of those changes help Oregon State return to national relevance? On today's episode of Locked On Pac-12, Christian Rauh is joined by Ryan...