Locked On Big 10 – Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast

Ohio State and Michigan face off in “The Game,” with both teams battling key injuries that could determine their playoff destinies. Will the Buckeyes snap their four-game skid against the Wolverines, or does Michigan’s gritty running game give them the edge? Justice Haynes and Jordan Marshall headline Michigan’s injury concerns, while Ohio State’s elite defense and Heisman hopeful Julian Sayin loo...

The Oregon Ducks crush the USC Trojans with a dominant 42-27 win, shattering USC’s playoff hopes and keeping Dan Lanning and the Ducks firmly in the College Football Playoff conversation. Can Oregon complete the mission by toppling Washington next? Craig Shemon recaps every Big Ten game, spotlighting breakout performances like Kaytron Allen’s record-setting day for Penn State and Michigan’s clutch...

Big Ten powerhouses rise as Oregon dominates USC, unleashing Dante Moore’s 257-yard display and Noah Whittington’s ground attack. Can Oregon seal their playoff spot against Washington after a convincing 42-27 win? Ohio State remains undefeated, strategically resting key injured receivers Carnell Tate and Jeremiah Smith ahead of the showdown with Michigan, while Max Klare emerges as a surprise rece...

The Oregon Ducks likely punched their ticket to the College Football Playoff with a dominant win over USC, while injuries and penalties tested both teams’ depth. Can Oregon carry this momentum to the season finale against Washington, or will unexpected challenges derail their playoff hopes?  Craig Shemon breaks down Oregon’s 42-27 victory, highlighting Dante Moore’s electric touchdown passes and K...

The Nebraska Cornhuskers face quarterback uncertainty as Dayton Raiola decommits just weeks before signing day. With Dylan Raiola recovering from a broken leg and backup TJ Lateef flashing promise against UCLA, questions swirl: Is Dylan next to leave, and will Matt Rhule remain at the helm amid rumors of a possible Penn State move? Craig Shemon breaks down Nebraska’s shrinking 2026 recruiting clas...

USC faces trouble on the road as the Oregon Ducks eye playoff glory–can Jayden Maiava spark a Trojans upset, or will Dante Moore and Oregon’s powerhouse ground game prove too much? Rivalry week looms as Ohio State, still managing injuries to Carnell Tate and Jeremiah Smith, look to stay sharp against Rutgers, and Michigan juggles running back depth issues ahead of their highly anticipated showdown...

Big Ten College Football Playoff chaos looms as Oregon Ducks face USC Trojans in a game that could determine whether three, four, or even five conference teams make the expanded playoff. Can the Trojans pull off the upset in Eugene and crash the party? The panel breaks down Oregon's defensive dominance against USC's explosive passing attack, Michigan Wolverines' controversial playoff path despite...

Oregon and USC face off in a high-stakes battle where injuries threaten both teams’ College Football Playoff hopes. Quarterbacks Dante Moore and Jayden Maiava headline the clash, but depleted receiving corps and backfields add uncertainty. Can Oregon’s top-ranked Big Ten passing defense contain Maiava  and USC’s explosive offense, or will the Trojans’ resilient freshman King Miller fuel a surprise...

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...

Big Ten power shifts as Indiana claims the top spot over Ohio State, igniting debate about roster strength and championship potential. Can the Hoosiers maintain their edge with key injuries to Elijah Sarratt and Drew Evans, or will Ohio State’s depth prove decisive? The looming playoff chase intensifies with Oregon and USC facing off in a must-win battle—will a single loss knock Oregon out, or pro...

Michigan’s potential exit from the Big Ten shakes up the college football landscape amid a $2.4 billion equity deal dispute. With Commissioner Tony Petitti pushing for conference-wide consensus and Board of Regents member Jordan Acker warning that Michigan could go Independent, the stakes have never been higher. Will the Big Ten lose a marquee powerhouse, and could Michigan sustain its success as...

Lincoln Riley faces intense pressure as USC battles Oregon, with playoff hopes—and possibly his job—on the line. Will the Trojans rise to the occasion or fall short in this must-win clash? Craig Shemon explores USC’s playoff-or-bust mandate, evaluates Riley’s buyout dilemma, and breaks down how this game could impact both the Trojans’ and Ducks’ postseason chances. Key topics include the Big Ten’s...

USC keeps their College Football Playoff dreams alive with a dramatic comeback victory over Iowa, while Michigan narrowly escape Northwestern behind Andrew Marsh’s record-breaking performance and Dominic Zvada's game winning kick.  Can USC surge past Oregon in their biggest test yet Saturday, and does Michigan still control its postseason destiny? Craig Shemon spotlights standout performances from...

USC and Michigan keep their College Football Playoff dreams alive with dramatic come-from-behind thrillers as the Big Ten playoff race intensifies. Craig Shemon breaks down USC’s 26-21 rally over Iowa and Michigan’s narrow 24-22 escape against Northwestern, spotlighting players like Mark Gronowski, Michigan’s Bryce Underwood, and Oregon’s Dante Moore following his near perfect game Friday night ag...

USC storms back in dramatic fashion to topple Iowa 26-21, keeping their College Football Playoff hopes alive. Makai Lemon dazzles with 139 receiving yards and a crucial touchdown, while King Miller and Bryan Jackson anchor a resilient ground game despite relentless rain and key injuries. Can Lincoln Riley’s Trojans carry this momentum into a high-stakes showdown against Oregon? Craig Shemon recaps...

Playoff hopes hang in the balance as USC hosts Iowa in a rainy showdown, while Oregon looks to avoid a letdown against unpredictable Minnesota. Can Michigan cover the spread at Wrigley Field and will Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza surge in the Heisman race after a heart-stopping win? Get key injury updates on stars like Elijah Surratt and Dakorien Moore, and see how Luke Fickell's QB carousel could im...

Big Ten playoff hopes hang in the balance as conference chaos continues. How many teams will crash the College Football Playoff party? Ten Big Ten podcast hosts break down the latest rankings and deliver predictions for Week 12's crucial matchups. The discussion covers Iowa's historic struggles on the West Coast ahead of their USC showdown, Michigan State's defensive collapse against Penn State, a...

The Oregon Ducks cling to their College Football Playoff hopes as they face a dangerous look-ahead test against the Minnesota Golden Gophers under Friday Night Lights. Can Dan Lanning’s squad avoid a costly slip-up with a pivotal matchup versus USC looming? Key players like running backs Noah Wittington and Jordan Davison will look to capitalize after a gritty road win at Iowa, but injuries at wid...

The Big Ten faces harsh criticism as an SEC writer brands the conference “trash” and “frauds”—but can powerhouse programs like Ohio State, Indiana, and Oregon silence the doubters come playoff time? Craig Shemon exposes Joe Goodman’s fiery take, challenges SEC superiority, and questions the narrative that paints the Big Ten as overrated. College football playoff spots are heating up, and the battl...

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...

The Big Ten Conference power rankings just got a major shakeup, and the implications for the College Football Playoff are massive. With Indiana holding the top spot despite their scare against Penn State, Ohio State surging after dominating Purdue, and Oregon proving their mettle at Iowa, we break down exactly which teams have the clearest path to the playoffs. We analyze why these rankings matter...

The Big Ten Conference faces a critical crossroads in its College Football Playoff aspirations, and Michigan football might be the conference's last hope for securing four playoff spots. With the latest CFP rankings revealing Ohio State at number one, Indiana at number two, Oregon at number eight, and USC at number 17, we break down the exact mathematical scenarios that determine whether the Big T...

Urban Meyer's connection to the Penn State Nittany Lions coaching search refuses to die down, and the latest developments raise serious questions about what's really happening behind closed doors. The former Ohio State Buckeyes and Florida Gators championship coach continues to deny interest in returning to the sidelines, but reporter Zach Gelb is doubling down on his sources claiming Meyer interv...

The Iowa Hawkeyes were razor-thin margins away from making the College Football Playoff, and Kirk Ferentz knows it. Three heartbreaking losses—by a combined total of just 10 points—to Iowa State, Indiana, and Oregon have kept this playoff-caliber team on the outside looking in, despite being ranked 20th in the initial CFP poll. We break down how the Hawkeyes came agonizingly close in each game, fr...

Indiana Hoosiers football just delivered one of the most dramatic finishes of the college football season, staying undefeated with a last-second touchdown against Penn State. Can Curt Cignetti's squad actually be a team of destiny in the Big Ten and nationally? We break down Fernando Mendoza's game-winning drive and Omar Cooper's incredible toe-tap touchdown catch that kept the Hoosiers' perfect s...