Locked On Big 10 – Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast

The Nebraska Cornhuskers and Iowa Hawkeyes square off in a history-making NCAA basketball Sweet 16 clash—one team will reach the Elite Eight for the first time. Has Fred Hoiberg’s steady leadership finally unlocked Nebraska’s postseason potential, or will Ben McCollum’s scrappy Hawkeyes ride their momentum after stunning the Florida Gators? Pryce Sandfort, former Iowa Mr. Basketball, faces his old...

Dusty May’s meteoric rise at Michigan has Las Vegas buzzing—are the North Carolina Tar Heels bold enough to make a move for him, or is it all just hot air? Craig Shemon unpacks Vegas’ eye-catching +700 odds for May’s departure, the realities of Michigan’s NIL powerhouse, and why leaving for Chapel Hill might not be in the cards. With Hubert Davis on the brink and North Carolina’s search crossing c...

Big Ten basketball dominates March Madness as six powerhouse teams reach the Sweet 16. Could this mark a new era of Big Ten supremacy across both football and basketball? Craig Shemon spotlights Michigan’s resurgence, Matt Painter's 500th win at Purdue, and Tom Izzo’s historic 17th Sweet 16 appearance for Michigan State. Illinois’ freshman standouts Keaton Wagler and David Mirkovic fuel high-scori...

Michigan racks up NCAA wins and Big Ten titles, but is Athletic Director Warde Manuel’s $6 million internal investigation a costly scapegoat hunt? With the Wolverines shining on the basketball court—thanks to Dusty May and Yaxel Lendeborg —and claiming the Big Ten hockey crown, the administration faces mounting scrutiny after Sherrone Moore's firing and a ballooning legal bills. Is Manuel, the arc...

The Big Ten faces 26 years of basketball heartbreak—is this the year the drought finally ends? Craig Shemon examines Michigan’s championship hopes after their rollercoaster win over Howard, the impact of LJ Cason’s injury on their rotation, and Morez Johnson Jr.’s historic 20-and-10 game. Dive into the Big Ten’s struggles since Michigan State’s 2000 title, and debate whether Tom Izzo, Purdue, or I...

USC’s defense gets a major overhaul with Gary Patterson at the helm—can the Trojans finally shake last year's woes and thrive in the Big Ten? Spring football storylines heat up as the Big Ten Squad debates the impact of fresh coaching hires in Los Angeles, Washington’s reliance on true freshmen in the trenches, and the mysterious "Drawergate" distraction on the Big Ten Squad. On the hardwood, Purd...

The Michigan Wolverines kick off spring football under new head coach Kyle Whittingham, who targets sophomore phenom Bryce Underwood for a transformation into a polished, finished quarterback. Can Whittingham unlock Underwood’s potential after a mediocre freshman year and ultra-conservative play-calling under Sherrone Moore? With offensive coordinator Jason Beck and QB coach Koy Detmer Jr. focusin...

Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore bravely opens up about battling mental health challenges, raising crucial questions about athlete well-being in high-profile NCAA football programs. How does Moore’s candid admission—and his powerful letter to the Oregon governor—redefine leadership and resilience for young athletes? Moore’s journey includes navigating overwhelming expectations, his mother’s br...

Ohio State faces a pivotal quarterback conundrum as Julian Sayin enters year two following a stellar freshman campaign. Will his arm talent and Heisman finalist credentials be enough, or could his limited mobility cost him the starting role to 5-star redshirt Tavien St. Clair—an athletic dual threat waiting in the wings? Craig Shemon explores whether Sayin can level up under new coordinator Arthur...

Michigan flatlined as Purdue claimed the Big Ten Tournament crown, exposing the Wolverines' vulnerabilities just ahead of March Madness. With Yaxel Lendenborg's recent scoring struggles and LJ Cason's season-ending ACL injury, can Michigan adjust its rotation and regain elite form before facing a stacked Midwest bracket? Meanwhile, Purdue, led by Oscar Cluff and Braden Smith—one assist shy of the...

The Big Ten takes aim at NCAA tampering rules as Commissioner Tony Petitti urges the NCAA to halt investigations into player recruitment practices. Is this the first step toward a seismic split from the NCAA and the creation of a college sports super conference?  Craig Shemon breaks down why the current tampering framework is collapsing in the era of transfer portals, NIL compensation, and unprece...

Tampering and NIL controversies shake up the Big Ten as Nebraska challenges the College Sports Commission's rulings on NIL deals—are new regulations the answer, or just adding fuel to the fire? The Big 10 Squad breaks down Tony Petitti’s embattled leadership, ongoing tampering scandals, and the uncertain power dynamics shaping college football’s future. Key topics include the Big Ten’s stance on t...

Big Ten and SEC could be on the brink of forming a new Super Conference—will this reshape the future of college football? Craig Shemon spotlights bold moves from the Big Ten and SEC as pressure mounts to break away from the NCAA, citing USA Today’s Matt Hayes and rumblings from SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey. With talks of an NFL-style structure, conference expansion, and potential exclusive playoff...

Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti stands atop the sports world—more influential than Roger Goodell or Greg Sankey. Is his vision for a 24-team College Football Playoff reshaping the power dynamic of NCAA athletics? Craig Shemon spotlights Petitti’s unique leverage and how the Big Ten’s dominance could ignite a four-year national championship streak with Michigan, Ohio State, Indiana, or Oregon. Do...

Ohio State faces upheaval as President Ted Carter resigns amid scandal, casting uncertainty over the Buckeyes’ powerhouse athletic program and Big Ten leadership during a pivotal era for college sports. With Ryan Day and Athletic Director Ross Bjork at the helm, will Ohio State’s national championship momentum hold steady as the search for new top leadership begins—and what does this power vacuum...

Former Michigan Wolverines football coach Sherrone Moore gets a plea deal!  Will the embattled coach ever return to the sidelines? With Moore pleading no contest to new misdemeanor charges and facing possible jail time, questions swirl about his coaching future and the impact on both his reputation and the Wolverines football program. Craig Shemon examines Moore’s legal saga, financial status afte...

President Trump vows an executive order to overhaul college football, igniting new legal battles and uncertainty for the NCAA, Big Ten, and Power 4 conferences. Can an all-encompassing White House directive succeed where Congress and the NCAA have failed? Tony Petitti, Urban Meyer, Nick Saban, and top sports leaders gathered in Washington for the headline-grabbing "Saving College Sports Roundtable...

Michigan Basketball’s quest for a national championship faces two critical threats: a shortened rotation after LJ Cason’s season-ending injury and the risk of poor shot selection from beyond the arc. Can Dusty May’s squad maintain its dominance with only eight reliable players, or will these issues derail their title run? Craig Shemon spotlights Yexel Lendeborg’s offensive prowess, the Wolverines’...

Who will emerge as the Big Ten’s top quarterback in 2026—Dante Moore, Julian Sayin, or a surprise contender? The Big 10 Squad debates Tom Fornelli’s latest rankings, spotlighting rising stars like De’Mon Williams, Jayden Maiava, Josh Hoover, and Bryce Underwood. Heated discussions erupt over Josh Hoover’s upside at Indiana, Malik Washington’s raw talent at Maryland, and whether Rocco Becht or Cade...

SEC powerhouses Georgia and Tennessee shock the college football world by warming up to the Big Ten’s bold push for a 24-team College Football Playoff. With legendary coaches Kirby Smart and Josh Heupel signaling support, is the playoff system about to change forever? Craig Shemon breaks down why SEC leaders could soon align with Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti’s ambitious vision, and questions...

ESPN’s Adam Schefter faces scrutiny—was he padding Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate’s NFL Combine 40-yard dash for agent Drew Rosenhaus? Is Schefter trading favors for insider scoops, or simply splitting hairs over stopwatch timing? Craig Shemon questions Schefter’s reporting motives, sparking debate about journalistic integrity and potential quid pro quo in NFL Draft narratives. The episode...

Is Bryce Underwood facing more pressure than any Big Ten quarterback in 2025? Michigan’s second-year signal caller must elevate his game under new head coach Kyle Whittingham, fresh off a whirlwind recruitment saga and a massive $12 million NIL deal. With an upgraded supporting cast including transfer Jamie Ffrench, the versatile J.J. Buchanan, and a deeper, more experienced offensive line, Underw...

College football powerbrokers gather at the White House as President Donald Trump, Tony Petitti, Greg Sankey, and legends like Nick Saban and Urban Meyer seek to reshape the sport’s future. Can a “College Sports Roundtable” unify the game amid NIL chaos, the transfer portal frenzy, and sweeping playoff changes? Will the idea of a national commissioner finally gain traction, or could the path lead...

The Michigan Wolverines chase history as they aim to break a nine-game losing streak to Illinois and claim the outright Big Ten men's basketball regular season championship. Can Dusty May’s squad overcome their perimeter defense struggles and Illinois’ high-powered freshmen duo, Keaton Wagler and David Mirkovic, to finally silence the Fighting Illini? Craig Shemon spotlights key stats and matchups...

Big Ten dominates college football while the SEC eyes $40 million rosters—will money alone shift the balance of power? The Big 10 squad debates whether high-priced rosters can save the SEC from Big Ten superiority and reflect on Lane Kiffin’s coaching priorities. Key insights touch on Ohio State, Oregon, and Penn State’s spending, with comparisons to Indiana’s national championship run without bre...