Locked On ACC - Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast

ACC football's opening week promises fireworks. Can North Carolina's revamped roster under Bill Belichick shock TCU? Alex Dono and the ACC Squad break down key matchups, including Clemson vs. LSU's trench warfare and Miami's strategy against Notre Dame's inexperienced QB. Florida State's preparation for Alabama remains shrouded in mystery, while Syracuse eyes a potential upset over Tennessee. The...

ACC football ignites with explosive Week 1 matchups! Can the conference prove its mettle against five AP Top 25 opponents? Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs break down the ACC's high-stakes opening weekend, analyzing key games like Virginia Tech vs South Carolina and Miami Hurricanes vs Notre Dame. The duo dissects quarterback battles, predicts outcomes for NC State, Duke, and Syracuse, and explores pot...

NOTRE DAME and MIAMI clash in a gridiron showdown. Will the HURRICANES' defense stifle the FIGHTING IRISH's potent ground game? Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs break down the crucial matchup between NOTRE DAME and the MIAMI HURRICANES. They analyze Miami's defensive strategy against Notre Dame's dynamic duo of Jeremiah Love and Jadarian Price. The hosts also preview the high-stakes ALABAMA vs. FLORIDA...

ACC football heats up as CLEMSON TIGERS face LSU in a clash of coaching titans. Can Dabo Swinney outmaneuver Brian Kelly? Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs break down the CLEMSON TIGERS' defensive prowess against LSU's revamped offense. The duo analyzes key ACC matchups, including NC STATE WOLFPACK vs East Carolina and SYRACUSE ORANGE vs Tennessee. Stanford's shocking loss to Hawaii raises questions abo...

ACC Football Shakeup: 9-Game Schedule on the Horizon? Notre Dame's Unique Status Sparks Debate Host Alex Donno and former NC State defensive lineman Kenton Gibbs dissect potential changes to ACC football scheduling and Notre Dame's partial membership. They analyze Duke quarterback Dereon Coleman's reported $4 million compensation, comparing it to other high-profile QBs like Miami's Carson Beck. Th...

ACC football's landscape shifts as Clemson eyes another championship. Can any team challenge the Tigers' dominance? Hosts from ACC team podcasts break down conference predictions, analyzing Clemson's high floor and potential challengers. FanDuel win totals spark debate, with Duke's surprising 6.5 line drawing attention. The conversation heats up discussing coaches on the hot seat, including Virgin...

ACC Football Shakeup: Virginia Tech's Surprising Rise and North Carolina's Bold Belichick Move Is Virginia Tech poised for a comeback? Dereon Coleman and Alex Donno analyze the Hokies' unexpected high ranking in ESPN's FPI, questioning their difficult schedule and production concerns. The duo explores potential ACC surprises, including Duke and SMU, before making their championship game prediction...

Is ESPN's FPI rigged against the ACC? The latest rankings spark controversy as Miami HURRICANES and Clemson plummet while SEC teams soar. Former NC State defensive lineman Kenton Gibbs joins host Alex Donno to dissect the perceived SEC bias in ESPN's rankings. They explore the Big Ten's leaked proposal for a 24-28 team College Football Playoff and its potential impact on the ACC. The duo also brea...

NCAA slams Michigan with hefty fines, but no championship loss. Is this a new era of NCAA enforcement or just favoritism? Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs dissect the NCAA's penalties against the Michigan Wolverines football program, exploring the implications for college football's competitive landscape. They analyze Florida State's recruiting coup, landing top 2026 linebacker Izayiah Williams, and di...

Is the ACC getting a raw deal? Conference parity takes center stage as ALEX DONNO and KENTON GIBBS challenge perceptions. The hosts dissect how ACC upsets are viewed differently from SEC surprises, using Oklahoma's struggles as a prime example. They explore Clemson's potential playoff resurgence and Miami Hurricanes' rumored Big Ten move, breaking down financial implications. North Carolina Tar He...

ACC Football Heats Up: Quarterback Controversies and Coaches on the Hot Seat Florida State's Tommy Castellanos faces scrutiny as practice reports raise concerns about his consistency. Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs analyze the mounting pressure on ACC coaches, with Virginia's Tony Elliott potentially on the chopping block. The duo highlights must-watch QB matchups, including SMU's Kevin Jennings vs....

MIAMI HURRICANES to BIG TEN? Conference realignment rumors heat up Conference realignment takes center stage as speculation swirls around the MIAMI HURRICANES potentially joining the Big Ten. Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs analyze the pros and cons of such a move, discussing Miami's brand value and the challenges of cross-country travel. The hosts explore broader ACC reshuffling scenarios, including...

COLLEGE FOOTBALL RANKINGS SHAKE-UP: Are the Miami Hurricanes a "blue blood" program? The latest AP Top 25 poll sparks debate as Clemson Tigers secure the #4 spot. Alex Donno and former NC State defensive lineman Kenton Gibbs dissect Andy Staples' controversial list of college football "blue bloods," questioning the exclusion of recent powerhouses. The duo analyzes high-stakes Week 1 matchups, incl...

ACC football's landscape shifts: Top players, betting odds, and conference realignment rumors. Is the ACC's future in jeopardy? Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs dissect Bill Connelly's controversial top 40 players list, questioning Arch Manning's #1 ranking and debating Cade Klubnik's importance to Clemson. The hosts analyze surprising UNC Tar Heels betting trends and explore Reuben Bain's potential im...

ACC football shakeup: Clemson's 16-0 dream, sleeper teams emerge, and coaches poll controversy. Is Dabo Swinney's bold prediction realistic? Host Alex Dono and guests Jackson Holzer and J.J. Jackson break down Clemson Tigers' path to perfection, analyzing key matchups against LSU and South Carolina. The trio identifies potential ACC sleepers, with North Carolina and Virginia Tech under the microsc...

ACC Football Predictions: Can Duke Shock the World? Miami Hurricanes' Path to 10 Wins Revealed Will the Duke Blue Devils exceed expectations and win 8 or 9 games? Host Alex Donno and guest Brian Smith analyze Duke's favorable schedule and recent success. The Miami Hurricanes face a challenging road to 10 wins, with tough non-conference matchups against Notre Dame and Florida. Florida State's revam...

SYRACUSE FOOTBALL: Quarterback battle heats up as ORANGE prepare for tough 2025 schedule Who will lead the SYRACUSE ORANGE offense this fall? A fierce QB competition unfolds between Notre Dame transfer Steve Angelli and LSU transfer Rickie Collins. Host Alex Donno and guest Jackson Holzer break down the Orange's defensive needs, challenging schedule featuring Tennessee and Clemson, and new coach F...

ACC Football Shakeup: Coaches Poll Sparks Debate, FSU's Camp Progress Impresses The 2025 coaches poll rankings have arrived, placing three ACC teams in the top 25. Host Alex Donno and co-host Kenton Gibbs dissect the poll's implications, questioning if the ACC is getting its due respect. Brian Smith, Locked On Seminoles host, shares exclusive insights on Florida State's training camp, highlighting...

ACC Football shakeup: Clemson dominates preseason team, sparking controversy. Is the Tigers' reign unshakeable, or are other programs poised to challenge? Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs dissect the ACC's preseason football selections, questioning Clemson's overwhelming presence. The duo tackles recent NIL collective rule changes, exploring potential loopholes and implications for college athletics. G...

ACC football shakeup looms as UNC eyes SEC move. Will this trigger a conference realignment domino effect? Hosts Jackson Holzer, Kenton Gibbs, and Morgan Thomas dissect the potential impact of UNC joining the SEC on ACC football. They explore the ripple effects on rivalries, finances, and team dynamics. The discussion shifts to a bold proposal: an ACC-Big 12 merger as a strategic response to confe...

ACC Football Shakeup: MIAMI HURRICANES Surge, CLEMSON Dominates Rankings The college football landscape is shifting, with the MIAMI HURRICANES making waves in the ACC. Host Alex Donno and former NC State standout Kenton Gibbs break down the surprising ACC media poll results, where Clemson emerges as the runaway favorite. They analyze the top 100 college football players list, highlighting ACC star...

ACC football landscape shifts: Florida State leads $867M valuation. Is conference realignment on the horizon? Alex Donno and former NC State defensive lineman Kenton Gibbs analyze the ACC's most valuable brands, with Florida State and Clemson topping the list. They explore potential new conference homes for ACC powerhouses, weighing factors like geography, academics, and cultural fit. The duo also...

ACC vs SEC showdown: Is North Carolina joining the Southeastern Conference? Rumors swirl as conference realignment heats up. Host Alex Donno and former NC State defensive lineman Kenton Gibbs dive into the potential game-changing move. They analyze SMU coach Rhett Lashley's controversial comments comparing ACC and SEC strengths, sparking a passionate debate on conference dominance. The discussion...

College sports shaken by new executive order. What does it mean for student-athletes and NIL deals? Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs analyze the President's recent action on collegiate athletics, exploring its impact on scholarships, women's sports, and third-party payments. SMU football's rise takes center stage as Grayson Singleton previews their upcoming season and key players like Dereon Coleman. R...

The ACC Squad podcast brings together college football experts to discuss the Atlantic Coast Conference's position in the power conference hierarchy. Featuring hosts from various ACC team-focused podcasts, the episode delves into whether the ACC's third-place standing is sufficient for long-term success. The panel debates potential growth opportunities, including the pursuit of Notre Dame as a ful...