Locked On ACC - Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast

Miami Hurricanes seek a Cotton Bowl upset against defending national champion Ohio State Buckeyes—can their elite defense hold firm against Julian Sayin, Jeremiah Smith, and Carnell Tate’s explosive offense? Jackson Holzer and Kenton Gibbs preview the pivotal matchup, spotlighting Miami’s path to victory through explosive plays, mistake-free football, and red zone efficiency. Key insights unpack M...

ACC squads shake up bowl season with unexpected wins and wild finishes. Virginia shocks Missouri in the Gator Bowl, while Georgia Tech’s promising run stalls in a heartbreaking loss to BYU. Can Miami capitalize against Ohio State and push the ACC’s postseason record into elite territory? Jackson Holzer and Kenton Gibbs break down Georgia Tech’s quarterback transitions, Pitt’s puzzling bowl loss to...

ACC basketball teams get their holiday wishes granted—or denied—as Jackson Holzer and Kenton Gibbs hand out the ultimate Christmas presents, from Final Four dreams for the Duke Blue Devils to memory wipes for Clemson after a shocking loss to Georgetown. Which ACC squads find themselves on the nice list with NCAA tournament appearances, and who’s stuck with a lump of coal or even just a rock? The h...

ACC basketball surges back into national relevance as Duke Blue Devils, North Carolina Tar Heels, Louisville Cardinals, and Virginia Cavaliers dominate the power rankings. Can Duke’s Cam Boozer and Louisville’s relentless guard play propel their squads into the Final Four spotlight? Jackson Holzer and Kenton Gibbs weigh in on title contenders, quality wins, and the adaptability needed to claim a n...

The quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff are here. Who’s the hottest team left in the field? Indiana, Georgia, or Texas Tech? Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.  Click here to learn more and join your team’s...

Miami Hurricanes gear up for a New Year’s Eve showdown against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Cotton Bowl. Can Miami’s physical, defensive style disrupt Ohio State’s elite offense and vaunted rush defense, or will the Buckeyes prove they’re the nation’s top team? Jackson Holzer and Kenton Gibbs break down key matchups, highlight Ohio State’s defensive prowess, and debate whether Miami can manufact...

Miami Hurricanes silence College Station as Rueben Bain Jr. and Akheem Mesidor power a defining playoff win over Texas A&M—does this legitimize the ACC on the national stage? Jackson Holzer and Kenton Gibbs spotlight Miami’s dominant defensive line, game-sealing goal line stand, and the tactical edge displayed in a hard-fought victory. The hosts debate ACC team credibility, upcoming challenges aga...

ACC and Notre Dame patch up their differences after a high-stakes playoff snub left tensions running high. Has the power dynamic shifted for good, or is this just business as usual in college football’s most controversial relationship? Jackson Holzer and Kenton Gibbs debate whether Jim Phillips and Pete Bevacqua have truly put the drama behind them, dissecting the committee’s choices and the all-i...

ACC Football faces chaos as tiebreaker controversies and unbalanced conference schedules threaten to spark major drama in 2025. Can programs like Miami and Clemson restore dominance and salvage national respect for the league? Alex Donno, Jackson Holzer, Kenton Gibbs, and Isaac Schade debate how new championship tiebreakers, uneven ACC schedules, and transfer portal shakeups could either doom the...

ACC football faces major scheduling controversy as Commissioner Jim Phillips rolls out an unbalanced schedule for 2026—will his unusual plan spark chaos in the race for the championship? Hosts Jackson Holzer and Kenton Gibbs debate the flaws, offer solutions like the lowest common denominator schedule, and question the league’s leadership. The duo also break down possible new tiebreaker rules, wei...

Which teams are going to make a push to the second round of the College Football Playoff? Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.  Click here to learn more and join your team’s community:  https://lockedonpodcasts.com/eve...

Miami Hurricanes prepare for a defining clash against Texas A&M at Kyle Field, where Rueben Bain and Akheem Mesidor look to dominate the trenches in what could be their biggest game since the 2003 Fiesta Bowl. Can Mario Cristobal’s squad exploit Texas A&M’s vulnerability to explosive runs and silence College Station’s thunderous crowd? Kenton Gibbs and Alex Donno break down Miami’s path to victory...

ACC athletic directors threaten to freeze out Notre Dame as CFP controversy heats up. Will the Fighting Irish’s special playoff deal force them into a conference, or will rivals make good on their threats? Jackson Holzer breaks down Notre Dame’s preferential College Football Playoff agreement, the dramatic response from ACC and Power Five leaders, and the potential impact on future schedules. The...

Michigan Wolverines’ coaching scandal sends shockwaves through college football, with the fallout reaching the ACC coaching carousel. Could ACC coordinators or rising stars like K. Bell at Pitt find new opportunities as blue blood programs search for leadership amidst chaos? Kenton Gibbs and Alex Donno break down the impact of Michigan’s head coaching vacancy, ACC tiebreaker controversies, and the...

Notre Dame faces mounting pressure as controversy erupts over their College Football Playoff snub and a high-profile Pop-Tarts Bowl opt-out shakes college football. Are the Irish on the brink of leaving the ACC for the SEC—and what permanent damage has this feud caused behind the scenes? Alex Donno, Kenton Gibbs, and special guest Shaun Davis of the Lucky Lefty Podcast dissect Athletic Director Pe...

Notre Dame’s playoff snub sparks ACC controversy—has their unique conference status finally backfired? ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips faces backlash from Notre Dame Athletic Director Pete Bevacqua, igniting debate over football membership, targeted social media campaigns, and broken business trust. Does the ACC owe the Fighting Irish more support, or did Miami’s head-to-head win cement their priori...

Miami Hurricanes shake up the College Football Playoff, leapfrogging Notre Dame to secure the ACC’s coveted spot and igniting controversy between the conference and the Fighting Irish. Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs break down the CFP committee’s decision, dissect Notre Dame Athletic Director Pete Bevacqua’s pointed comments, and question whether the Irish’s frustration is misdirected at the ACC’s ca...

Virginia and Duke clash for the ACC Championship in a matchup few predicted, with playoff hopes and conference legitimacy on the line. Can Virginia’s stout defense and relentless run game shut down Duke’s high-powered offense led by Darian Mensah? With the ACC’s College Football Playoff fate hanging by a thread, Jackson Holzer breaks down the key stats, betting odds, and unlikely scenarios needed...

ACC faces a College Football Playoff doomsday scenario as Duke battles Virginia for the conference championship. Can Virginia secure a spot for the league, or will Duke’s upset spark debate about the ACC’s status among Power conferences?  The discussion shifts to predictions for Duke vs. Virginia, evaluating Darian Mensah’s quarterback performance, defensive weaknesses, and championship stakes. Th...

ACC faces a playoff shutout as wild College Football Playoff scenarios threaten to leave the conference with zero representatives. Are Miami Hurricanes and Virginia Cavaliers both at risk, and does Notre Dame’s controversial ranking signal a deeper issue with the CFP committee’s decision-making? Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs dissect the logic— or lack thereof— behind the committee’s choices, calling...

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ACC playoff hopes hang in the balance as Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs call out Jim Phillips for his lack of advocacy while other conference commissioners fiercely lobby for their bubble teams. With Miami, Virginia, Duke, and Notre Dame fighting for College Football Playoff spots, key tiebreakers, head-to-head victories, and playoff committee inconsistencies take center stage. Will Miami’s win over...

ACC chaos erupts as a five-way tie sends 7-5 Duke, who didn’t beat any fellow contenders head-to-head, into the conference championship against 10-2 Virginia. Does this broken tiebreaker protocol threaten the conference’s College Football Playoff bid? Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs spotlight the controversy, questioning Duke’s path and the fairness of winning percentage as the deciding factor. The de...

ACC Championship dreams hang in the balance as Miami, Georgia Tech, Pitt, SMU, Virginia, and Duke chase the final ticket to Charlotte. Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs unravel every wild scenario, spotlighting key rivalry clashes like UNC vs. NC State and Georgia Tech's uphill battle against Georgia. Can Miami’s defense stifle Pitt and spark ACC chaos? Is Virginia poised for a Commonwealth Cup upset, o...

Virginia and SMU control their destinies, setting up a high-stakes finish to the ACC football season. Will Pitt, Miami, Georgia Tech, or Duke spoil the favorites and snag a last-minute spot in the ACC Championship? Jackson Holzer breaks down the scenarios, highlighting Virginia’s offensive edge against Virginia Tech and SMU’s strong defensive turnaround ahead of Cal. Rivalry week promises drama—ar...