Locked On ACC - Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast

Welcome to ACC Squad , your ultimate roundtable podcast for everything Atlantic Coast Conference! In Week 5, hosted by Alex Donno of Locked On ACC, we’re gearing up for some thrilling matchups as we analyze the current state of ACC football and make predictions for the upcoming games. Join us as we delve into the key storylines from Week 5, highlight must-watch matchups, and discuss which players...

Can the Louisville Cardinals prove their mettle against the formidable Notre Dame Fighting Irish? This pivotal matchup is set to test Louisville's legitimacy on the road, drawing attention from college football enthusiasts. Meanwhile, the Florida State Seminoles face offensive woes, sparking debate over whether backup QB Brock Glenn should replace the struggling DJ Uiagalelei. The Miami Hurricanes...

ACC's Bold Move: Can Florida State and Clemson Be Convinced to Stay Until 2030? Explore the ACC's strategic settlement proposal aimed at retaining powerhouse programs like Florida State and Clemson until 2030. This episode unpacks the legal intricacies of Florida State's challenge to the grant of rights agreement, offering insights into the potential shifts in college sports dynamics. Dive into th...

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ACC's Bold Move: Could a New Settlement Reshape College Sports? The ACC is considering a groundbreaking settlement that could alter the landscape of college sports. This proposal, involving Florida State and Clemson, aims to shorten the grant of rights to 2030 and adjust revenue distribution based on TV ratings. However, passing this settlement requires a challenging two-thirds majority vote from...

Welcome back to ACC Squad , your premier roundtable podcast for everything Atlantic Coast Conference! In Week 4, hosted by Alex Donno from Locked On ACC, we’re diving into mid-season analysis, discussing key takeaways from the latest ACC football games, and highlighting the standout teams and players. Join us as we recap the thrilling action from Week 4, analyze performance trends, and look ahead...

ACC Football Showdown: Can NC State and Clemson Rise to the Challenge? Dive into the thrilling world of ACC football as we explore the weekend's pivotal matchups, including NC State vs. Clemson and Georgia Tech vs. Louisville. Discover what these games might reveal about the teams and the conference. Our analysis spotlights top ACC quarterbacks like Cam Ward from Miami, Eli Holstein of Pitt, and H...

The Florida State Seminoles are off to a shocking 0-3 start to the 2024 football season. What's wrong with them, anyway? The Noles become the first preseason ACC favorite to begin the season 0-3. Not only has quarterback DJ Uiagalelei struggled, but his receivers have been dropping passes, his protection has been questionable, and the Seminoles defense has been porous. Locked On Seminoles host Bri...

Can the California Golden Bears shake up the ACC? Cal's stunning upset over Auburn has fans buzzing, thanks to a stellar performance by quarterback Fernando Mendoza and a rock-solid defensive strategy. As the Golden Bears embark on their ACC journey, they face unprecedented travel challenges, but the team is embracing this as an opportunity rather than a setback. Explore how Cal's entry into the A...

Welcome to ACC Squad , the ultimate roundtable podcast for all things Atlantic Coast Conference! In Week 3, hosted by Alex Donno of Locked On ACC, we’re diving into the critical matchups, standout performances, and pivotal moments of the ACC football season. Join us as we break down the week’s most exciting games, analyze top players, and offer expert predictions for upcoming matchups. Whether you...

Backyard Brawl: West Virginia vs. Pitt - A Rivalry Renewed The historic rivalry between West Virginia and Pitt, dating back to 1895, takes center stage as the Backyard Brawl heats up. With Eli Holstein leading Pitt and Garrett Green at the helm for West Virginia, the quarterback matchup promises to be a thrilling showdown. Key battles include West Virginia's offensive line against Pitt's formidabl...

Kyle McCord's explosive start at Syracuse has him leading college football in touchdown passes. Can he maintain this momentum? Cade Klubnik's 378-yard, 5-touchdown game for Clemson raises eyebrows, but will it hold up against tougher opponents? We break down Pittsburgh's surprising success with Eli Holstein, who has twice earned ACC Rookie of the Week honors, and their upset win over Cincinnati. N...

Notre Dame's shocking 16-14 loss to Northern Illinois has fans and analysts buzzing. How did the Fighting Irish fall from #5 to #18 in the rankings? Our hosts break down Notre Dame's offensive struggles and questionable decision-making. They also discuss NC State's blowout loss to Tennessee in the Duke's Mayo Classic, highlighting the Volunteers' dominant rushing attack. Cal's surprising upset ove...

What will it take for the NC State Wolfpack to pull off an upset against the Tennessee Volunteers? Despite both teams being ranked in the Top 25 and playing at a neutral site, the Vols are favored by double digits. Can the Wolfpack find advantages in the passing game? Tennessee’s defensive backfield appears to be their weakness. The Pack have one of the top receivers in the country in Kevin “KC” C...

Welcome back to ACC Squad , your go-to roundtable podcast for everything Atlantic Coast Conference! Hosted by Alex Donno of Locked On ACC, Week 2 brings you the latest highlights and key takeaways from the ACC football season. In this episode, we break down the biggest moments from the past week’s games, provide in-depth analysis, and look ahead to what’s next for your favorite ACC teams. Whether...

Georgia Tech and Boston College have both claimed early-season signature victories over the Florida State Seminoles. Which of these teams should be seen as the bigger dark horse candidate to win the ACC this season? Or did both teams simply benefit from the Seminoles being completely discombobulated and overhyped to start the season? Hosts Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs make the cases for the Eagles...

How did the Florida State Seminoles go from consensus favorites to repeat as ACC Champions to 0-2 to start the 2024 College Football season? Transfer quarterback DJ Uiagalelei has struggled mightily to make routine throws and the Seminoles have been pushed around so far at the line of scrimmage. Both of FSU’s losses (Georgia Tech and Boston College) came in games where they were favored by double...

The Miami Hurricanes were the top performing team in the ACC during week one of the 2024 college football season. Miami dominated the Florida Gators 41-17 on the road. Transfer quarterback Cam Ward had a tremendous debut, throwing for 385 yards with three touchdowns. Most of the other ACC results were uneven or unimpressive. Virginia Tech, favored by two touchdowns at Vanderbilt, lost in overtime....

Upsets have been in the air in these early days of the 2024 College Football Season. Can Kyron Drones and Virginia Tech avoid a road defeat at Vanderbilt? The Hokies are favored by two touchdowns but the Commodores are transforming their culture and will enjoy home field advantage in Nashville. Virginia Tech finished the 2023 season on a hot streak and will look to build some momentum before their...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of ACC Squad, your ultimate roundtable podcast for all things Atlantic Coast Conference! Hosted by Alex Donno from Locked On ACC, this week’s episode dives deep into the season preview for ACC schools, featuring expert insights and predictions from the top Locked On hosts. Join us as we break down the key matchups, highlight standout players, and discuss what to ex...

What happens next in court between the Florida State Seminoles and the Atlantic Coast Conference? When the ESPN opt out decision happens in February of 2025, will the ACC’s Grant of Rights be invalid if ESPN opts out or if they alter the deal in any way? WIll the case actually reach litigation, or will a settlement ultimately happen? If Florida State and Clemson are able to get out, will it open t...

The Florida State Seminoles are no longer the betting favorites to win the ACC after their surprising loss to Georgia Tech in Dublin. Which teams will benefit most from FSU’s rocky start to the season? Clemson is now favored to win the conference with Miami at second. Florida State and NC State are now tied with the third best odds. Surprisingly, Georgia Tech still sits in 8th on the odds list des...

The Florida State Seminoles were double digit favorites against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets but got out-muscled in the season opener in Dublin, Ireland. The Rambling Wreck pulled off the 24-21 upset. They held the Seminoles to just 98 rushing yards and did not allow a single sack against a defensive line that was heralded to be the best in the country. DJ Uiagalelei had a tepid debut as FSU’s...

Florida State and the ACC notified Leon County that their mediation period ended and no settlement has been reached. They met for one day of mediation on August 13th but could not find common ground. Does this mean there will not be a settlement? Not necessarily. While the mediation itself was fruitless, they mentioned in their court document that the two sides will keep communication open for a p...

What are the hottest preseason takes for ACC football? Dennis Dodd of CBS Sports predicted that ESPN will exercise their option NOT to continue their contract with the ACC past 2027. The deadline for their decision will be in February of 2025. If Dodd is right, what would it mean for the futures of Florida State, Clemson, and the rest of the ACC? Are the Clemson Tigers the most overrated team in t...