Locked On ACC - Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast

ACC Championship chaos looms as Virginia and SMU both control their destinies—but can they survive upset-minded rivals? Six teams, including Pitt, Georgia Tech, Miami, and Duke, remain in the mix amid wild playoff scenarios, with Virginia needing to overcome a historic rivalry against Virginia Tech and SMU facing a hungry Cal squad fresh off a coaching change. Will Kyron Drones’ unpredictability d...

The Alabama Crimson Tide and Michigan Wolverines are on the CFP bubble before facing off against Auburn and Ohio State. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Omaha Steaks Save big on unforgettable gifts with Omaha Steaks. Visit https://OmahaSteaks.com for 50% off site-wide and an extra 20% off select favorites during their Cyber Sale. And for an additional $35 off, use promo code COLLEGE at check...

Florida State Seminoles double down on head coach Mike Norvell despite calls for change—can they weather the storm amid controversy and mounting pressure? Booster reluctance and a staggering $60 million buyout have trapped FSU in a high-stakes coaching saga, leaving fans and alumni divided over the program’s future. Alex Donno, Brian Smith, and Kenton Gibbs break down why Norvell survives, what’s...

Georgia Tech face win-or-go-home pressure against Pitt Panthers for a spot in the ACC title game. Can the Yellow Jackets overcome Pitt’s elite run defense and shaky recent performances to punch their ticket to Charlotte? Meanwhile, College Football Playoff hopes linger for Miami Hurricanes, SMU Mustangs, and more, hinging on high-stakes games and unlikely scenarios. Jackson Holzer breaks down ever...

Miami Hurricanes ranked behind Notre Dame despite beating them head-to-head. The College Football Playoff committee's logic crumbles under scrutiny. The ACC Squad dissects the controversial CFP rankings that place Miami four spots below Notre Dame, exposing inconsistencies in how the committee evaluates wins and losses. The crew analyzes Virginia Tech's blockbuster hire of James Franklin from Penn...

Alabama is falling after losing to Oklahoma. Meanwhile, Oregon and Georgia Tech are looking to avoid major letdowns this weekend. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to y...

ACC teams call out the College Football Playoff committee for ranking chaos—can Miami’s victory over Notre Dame really mean less than a quality loss? Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs expose the inconsistencies in Hunter Yuricheck’s CFP explanations, questioning the logic behind Utah’s high spot and the shifting value of head-to-head wins. With top programs like Miami, Notre Dame, Utah, and Louisville i...

Virginia Tech shakes up the ACC by landing James Franklin as head coach, signaling a new era for Hokies football. Can Franklin’s arrival restore Virginia Tech as the ACC’s next powerhouse and legit national contender after years of mediocrity? Jackson Holzer and Kenton Gibbs break down the seismic impact of Franklin’s hire, debating if Penn State made the right call letting him go and how his recr...

Georgia Tech escape Boston College with a narrow win—are they really the ACC favorites? Jackson Holzer and Kenton Gibbs debate whether Georgia Tech’s inconsistency is a championship formula or a recipe for disaster. Miami’s blowout victory over NC State reignites playoff hopes, while Virginia’s dominant performance at Duke sparks questions about their potential to clinch the ACC Championship. Are...

Miami Hurricanes brace for a playoff push as they host NC State Wolfpack, headlined by South Florida native C.J. Bailey’s highly anticipated return. Can Mario Cristobal’s defense contain the explosive sophomore quarterback, or will Bailey’s dynamic playmaking give the Wolfpack a signature ACC win? Alex Donno, Grayson Boone, and Kenton Gibbsdissect the pivotal matchups, from the fierce Miami pass r...

ACC football faces another chaotic week—can anyone step up and claim championship glory? Jackson Holzer previews pivotal Week 12 battles, including Miami vs. NC State, Georgia Tech’s playoff hopes against Boston College, and Louisville hosting Clemson in an unpredictable showdown. Will Duke or Virginia survive their elimination game, and can Florida State recover from its latest setbacks after ear...

ACC football descends into unprecedented chaos with five one-loss teams battling for the conference championship. Can any of them survive the gauntlet to reach the College Football Playoff? The squad breaks down the messy race featuring Georgia Tech, Virginia, Pittsburgh, SMU, and Duke, while traditional powers Clemson, Miami, and Florida State watch from the sidelines. Key matchups include Clemso...

OU and Texas, the newcomers of the SEC, square off with Alabama and Georgia this weekend in two huge games. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! DoorDash With DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18. Supply...

MIAMI HURRICANES jump GEORGIA TECH in controversial College Football Playoff rankings despite the Yellow Jackets being on a bye week. Is the ACC getting systematically disrespected by the selection committee? Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs break down the shocking CFP rankings that have ACC teams penalized while SEC and Big Ten programs with similar losses remain highly ranked. The discussion covers M...

ACC football faces unprecedented crisis as zero College Football Playoff bids become a real possibility. Could Duke win the conference championship with four losses and still miss the playoff entirely? Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs break down the conference's disastrous weekend, where Louisville and Virginia both lost at home as double-digit favorites. The discussion exposes how ACC programs outside...

A pivotal Week 11 is underway in ACC Football! The Clemson Tigers host the Florida State Seminoles in what should have been a clash of the titans but instead will offer only relief to the winner, with both programs stumbling in 2025. Clemson has lost six straight at home against ACC opposition. Will Florida State find their second straight win after bouncing back from a 4-game losing streak? Miami...

Virginia Cavaliers football sits at 8-1 but ranked just 14th in the College Football Playoff rankings. Is the committee sending a message about the Cavaliers' legitimacy, and can they survive with zero margin for error? Jackson Holzer breaks down all seven Week 11 ACC matchups with playoff implications hanging in the balance. The analysis covers Virginia's fundamentals-first approach against Wake...

The ACC college football conference standings are wild right now as the Virginia Cavaliers sit atop as the only undefeated team remaining. Who will end up with that automatic bid in the College Football Playoff, and will anyone be able to sneak in as an at-large? College Hoops are underway as well! All that and more on the ACC Squad.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.c...

The BYU Cougars face a huge test this weekend vs Texas Tech. Also, the Texas A&M Aggies are looking to avoid letdown against Missouri, who is starting a new quarterback. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! DoorDash With DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only...

ACC teams systematically snubbed in first College Football Playoff rankings. Is the committee rigging the system for SEC brands and Notre Dame? Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs dissect the controversial CFP rankings that placed zero ACC teams in the top 13 despite six SEC teams making the cut. The analysis exposes glaring inconsistencies: Miami Hurricanes beat Notre Dame head-to-head yet ranks eight sp...

James Franklin to Virginia Tech? Penn State coaching carousel heats up with shocking ACC connections. Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs team up with Zach Sako from Locked on Nittany Lions to break down the college football coaching carousel. The discussion examines why Franklin might leave Penn State for what some consider a step-down job, analyzing his recruiting dominance on the Eastern Seaboard and f...

Miami Hurricanes collapse under penalty avalanche against SMU while NC State Wolfpack stun undefeated Georgia Tech. Can Mario Cristobal fix his November curse, or is Miami's playoff dream dead? Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs break down the Hurricanes' self-inflicted 26-20 overtime loss, examining Cristobal's troubling 4-9 November record and Miami's chronic discipline issues. The discussion shifts to...

Bill Belichick’s North Carolina Tarheels came from behind to beat Syracuse 27-10 on Friday Night! UNC records their first conference win and first Power 4 win of the season. Is Syracuse now the worst team in the ACC? Cuse started freshman walk-on QB Joe Filardi after enduring struggles from backup Rickie Collins in recent weeks.  Hosts Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs recap the game and look ahead to a...

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets enter Week 10 undefeated in ACC play with a clear path to Charlotte, yet oddsmakers have them as just 5.5-point favorites at NC State. Can the Yellow Jackets maintain their momentum, or will Dave Doeren's desperate Wolfpack pull off the upset? Jackson Holzer breaks down all nine ACC matchups, including Miami Hurricanes facing their first road game outside Florida at SMU...

Are we on the path to an unexpected meeting between the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and Virginia Cavaliers in the ACC Championship? Only five one-loss teams remain in the ACC and four of them are on the road this week. How many will survive? Peeking ahead to basketball with preseason predictions.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOACC?sid=YouTube   Locked On...