Locked On Big 10 – Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast

Big Ten football shakeup: NIL chaos, PJ Fleck's extension, and Penn State's title hopes. Can the Nittany Lions go undefeated in 2023? Spencer McLaughlin and the Locked On Big Ten Squad dissect the August 1st NIL deadline's potential impact on college football. The hosts debate PJ Fleck's controversial contract extension at Minnesota, questioning if it rewards mediocrity or secures long-term stabil...

OHIO STATE under fire! ESPN's Paul Finebaum blasts Buckeyes' 2025 prospects. Is the criticism fair? We break down Finebaum's scathing comments about OHIO STATE FOOTBALL and coach RYAN DAY, offering a balanced perspective on the Buckeyes' upcoming season. Our analysis covers key matchups against TEXAS, PENN STATE, and MICHIGAN that could make or break OHIO STATE's playoff hopes. Big Ten recruiting...

BIG TEN FOOTBALL PROJECTIONS: Who's Playoff-Bound and Who's Struggling? We break down win totals for all 18 BIG TEN teams, offering bold predictions that'll shock fans. PENN STATE's projected 11-win season and OHIO STATE's challenging schedule take center stage. Can MICHIGAN overcome the Sherrone Moore suspension to make a playoff run? Our analysis answers whether OREGON can follow up last year's...

Big Ten football dominates SEC. Is the balance of power shifting in college football? We break down why the Big Ten conference surpassed the SEC in football strength. From Ohio State's national championship as the "fourth place" Big Ten team to Michigan's victories over Alabama, the evidence is mounting. Our passionate analysis covers the impact of Nick Saban's departure, the leveling effect of le...

Big Ten football power rankings spark heated debate. Is Penn State truly the top dog, or will Ohio State reclaim their throne? Spencer McLaughlin and his all-star panel dissect the conference's hierarchy, with USC's placement igniting fierce discussion. Mark Culkin makes a bold case for the Trojans' ascent, while others question their readiness. The crew also analyzes Washington's potential dark h...

OHIO STATE's NIL strategy shift: A game-changing move or costly mistake? We break down the Buckeyes' bold decision to bring NIL collectives in-house and its potential impact on their recruiting dominance.  Our analysis covers the ripple effects across college football and the Big Ten. We also keep a sharp eye on the world of college football recruiting, from MICHIGAN's recent 5-star commitments to...

Big Ten football's playoff picture takes shape! Will four conference teams make the cut again this year? We break down the top contenders, including PENN STATE, OREGON, and OHIO STATE, while analyzing MICHIGAN's chances with freshman QB BRYCE UNDERWOOD at the helm. USC's improvement under LINCOLN RILEY and INDIANA's potential to replicate last season's Cinderella run are hot topics. Our recruiting...

TEXAS vs OHIO STATE: A National Championship Preview? We're breaking down the highly anticipated TEXAS vs OHIO STATE showdown, just two months away. This noon kickoff on Fox could set the tone for the BIG TEN vs SEC debate and impact both teams' playoff hopes. Our analysis covers the quarterback battle, recruiting implications, and why attempts to move this game to primetime failed. Urban Meyer's...

Big Ten flexes its muscles against SEC scheduling. Is a nine-game conference slate the future of college football? Spencer McLaughlin and fellow Locked On hosts tackle the Big Ten vs SEC scheduling debate, predicting Illinois' football win total, and dissecting potential NCAA tournament expansion. The crew analyzes Brett Bielema's bold stance on conference parity and debates the merits of a 76-tea...

BIG TEN FOOTBALL ACCOLADES: EA Sports rates Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith as top player in the nation! We break down the stunning 99 rating for OHIO STATE BUCKEYES wide receiver Jeremiah Smith in EA Sports College Football 26. Our analysis covers Big Ten stadium rankings, crucial recruiting updates for PENN STATE, MICHIGAN STATE, and MINNESOTA, plus the controversial NCAA basketball tournament expan...

OREGON DUCKS dominate the Big Ten in their debut season. Can they maintain their reign in 2025? We break down the Ducks' impressive first year, including their undefeated football season and Big Ten championship victory. Our analysis covers quarterback Dante Moore's potential impact and the formidable defense led by Matayo Uiagalelei and Dillon Thieneman. We explore Oregon's challenging 2025 sched...

COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF NEGOTIATIONS HIT A SNAG. Will the Big Ten and SEC find common ground? We break down the sudden shift in College Football Playoff expansion talks. Tony Petitti and Greg Sankey, once aligned on a 16-team format, now face a stalemate. The SEC's push for a 5+11 structure has thrown plans into disarray. We analyze potential solutions, including Rich Clark's possible interventio...

WISCONSIN SUES MIAMI: The Lawsuit That Could Reshape College Football Transfers The Big Ten is buzzing as WISCONSIN FOOTBALL takes legal action against MIAMI for tampering and poaching defensive back XAVIER LUCAS. This groundbreaking case could revolutionize how transfers, revenue sharing, and contracts work in college athletics. We break down the details of Lucas's controversial move, the complex...

LEGAL STORM BREWING IN MICHIGAN AND BIG TEN FOOTBALL Can MICHIGAN and MICHIGAN STATE face expulsion from the BIG TEN? We explore the shocking implications of a proposed state law that could force these powerhouses to choose between conference membership and following new regulations. Michigan football and Michigan State Football have a lot on their plates as they get ready for the 2025 college foo...

BIG TEN PLAYOFF DRAMA UNFOLDS: Commissioners clash over format changes College Football Playoff discussions heat up as Big Ten and SEC commissioners Tony Petitti and Greg Sankey face off. We break down the key disagreements, including team count, automatic qualifiers, and conference game requirements. The December 1st deadline looms, but consensus remains elusive. MICHIGAN's special teams get a bo...

College Football Playoff negotiations hit a snag. Will the 2026 format be decided before kickoff? Hosts dissect the ongoing CFP debates, exploring potential impacts on conference championships and automatic qualifiers. The conversation shifts to June's recruiting frenzy, with updates on Ohio State's methodical approach and UCLA's surprising Florida pipeline. Nebraska's 2025 win total predictions t...

BIG TEN FOOTBALL under fire! SEC quarterback's shocking snub sparks fierce debate. We tackle Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia and his controversial comments about ignoring Big Ten transfer calls. Our host, Craig Shemon, fires back with a passionate defense of the conference's strength, highlighting Michigan's recent triumph over Alabama and Ohio State's post season dominance and college football national...

MICHIGAN STATE FOOTBALL surges ahead in 2026 recruiting. Has Jonathan Smith's program caught up to rival MICHIGAN? We break down the surprising shift in Big Ten recruiting dynamics, focusing on the SPARTANS' impressive class that's cracked the top 25 nationally. Our analysis covers Michigan's unexpected struggles, including potential impacts from the NCAA Spygate hearing. We explore key commitment...

PENN STATE's 2025 season: Championship or bust? James Franklin faces mounting pressure to deliver a national title. We break down the Nittany Lions' championship aspirations, analyzing their stacked roster led by Drew Allar, Nick Singleton, and Kaytron Allen. Our in-depth discussion covers the impact of new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles and the expanded playoffs on Penn State's title hopes. We...

URBAN MEYER SLAMS REVENUE SHARING. Is the former Ohio State coach right to be skeptical? We break down Meyer's fiery comments on the new revenue sharing rules in college sports. He says the new money rules for college football are NOT strong enough.  He also suggested cheaters be banned from college football.   Ohio State's $20.5 million allocation plan takes center stage, with Ross Bjork's strate...

College football's landscape shifts dramatically with NCAA's game-changing settlement. Will player payments reshape team dynamics and recruiting strategies across the Big Ten? Hosts dissect the settlement's far-reaching implications, from potential roster size changes to the evolving role of NIL collectives. The conversation heats up with bold predictions for the upcoming season. Big Ten insiders...

BIG TEN COMMISSIONER SILENT ON PLAYOFF FORMAT. Why is Tony Petitti staying quiet while other conferences make their moves? We break down the power dynamics shaping the future of the college football playoff. SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey's shifting stance on automatic qualifiers takes center stage. Plus, budget cuts hit BIG TEN schools hard - even MICHIGAN faces tough decisions. Our recruiting roun...

NCAA hammers down on MICHIGAN FOOTBALL. Will coach Sherrone Moore face more than a two-game suspension? We break down the potential punishments for the WOLVERINES, including fines, scholarship reductions, and recruiting restrictions. Our analysis covers the recent NCAA hearing, CONNOR STALIONS' role in the sign-stealing operation, and its impact on MICHIGAN's football program. UCLA BASEBALL's impr...

MICHIGAN FOOTBALL faces potential NCAA hammer after sign-stealing hearing. Will Connor Stalions' testimony save or sink the WOLVERINES and coach Sherrone Moore? We break down the latest from Michigan's two-day NCAA hearing on the "Spygate" scandal. Stalions' appearance was a bit of a stunner . We are sure he fell on the sword and tried to take the blame for his beloved Wolverines.    Our analysis...

NCAA House settlement reshapes college athletics landscape.  The end of amateurism as we know it!   We break down the groundbreaking $2.8 billion settlement that introduces revenue sharing in college sports. Our analysis covers how this affects BIG TEN powerhouses like OHIO STATE, PENN STATE, MICHIGAN and USC.  We explore the newly formed College Sports Commission and its role in enforcing complia...