Locked On Blue Devils - Daily Podcast On Duke Blue Devils Football & Basketball

Private equity firms enter college sports. Is this the death knell for non-revenue programs? ACC insiders break down the potential fallout from this game-changing development. Key topics include resource allocation shifts, impacts on smaller schools, and the future of college athletics. The panel explores how private equity could reshape everything from recruiting to facility upgrades. Each host r...

Jon Scheyer's squad faces a top-10 showdown as the Florida Gators head to Cameron Indoor for the ACC-SEC Challenge. Is this a potential national championship preview? The Blue Devils' non-conference gauntlet shapes up as their toughest ever, with implications for March Madness seeding. K Academy practice buzz surrounds freshman phenom Cam Boozer's dominant displays, while Isaiah Evans and Sebastia...

Duke Blue Devils baseball stunned by Murray State in Super Regionals. Chris Pollard's surprise departure to Virginia leaves program searching for new leadership. JJ Jackson and Scott Medlin break down Duke's heartbreaking elimination, analyzing key moments and Murray State's offensive explosion. The duo explores Pollard's impact on Duke's baseball resurgence, including five winning ACC seasons and...

Duke Blue Devils Basketball's 2025 recruiting class stuns with top-tier talent. Will this freshman-heavy roster reshape the program's future? JJ Jackson breaks down Duke's impressive incoming class, highlighting Cam Boozer's Kevin Love-like game and immediate impact potential. The discussion covers returning stars Caleb Foster and Isaiah Evans, European sensation Dame Sarr, and late addition Sebas...

ACC football under fire: Is Paul Finebaum's criticism fair? Hosts from Locked On ACC podcasts tackle recent comments dismissing the conference's relevance. The panel dissects Finebaum's controversial statements, exploring ACC's place in college football's landscape. ESPN's FPI rankings spark debate, with Miami's surprising 9th-place position raising eyebrows. Clemson's Cade Klubnik leads the discu...

Duke Blue Devils Baseball stuns with Super Regional berth. Can they make College World Series history? JJ Jackson breaks down Duke's impressive regional victory, highlighting clutch performances and the team's evolving strategy. The discussion covers AJ Gracia's controversial suspension, Ben Miller's injury status, and how Coach Chris Pollard's tactics are reshaping the college baseball landscape....

Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks are set to make waves in the NBA. How will Flagg's impressive freshman year at Duke translate to his rookie season with the Mavs? Nick Angstadt and JJ Jackson discuss Cooper Flagg's growth at Duke, his potential fit with the Dallas Mavericks, and how he might pair with teammates like Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving, and Dereck Lively II. They analyze Flagg's versa...

Duke Blue Devils Basketball welcomes back one of their own. Tyler Thornton, former guard and team captain, joins Jon Scheyer's coaching staff, bringing DMV connections and six years of experience from Howard University. How will this reshape Duke's recruiting strategy? The episode explores Thornton's impact on Duke's evolving coaching dynamics, including the potential for a fifth assistant. Conor...

JJ Jackson chats with Kevin Connelly of Ball Durham as they answer questions from the listeners in this Mailbag Monday edition of the show.   1. Does the state of college basketball where teams are flipping rosters more frequently maybe give Duke more of an edge since we are more accustomed to doing this with so many freshmen?   2. What do you think of the ACC dropping 2 conference games? Is there...

Duke Blue Devils Men's Basketball roster takes shape with "Noah's Ark" approach. Will this strategy propel Duke to new heights in the upcoming season? JJ Jackson and guest Conor O'Neill break down Duke's impressive depth chart, highlighting key freshmen additions and potential lineup combinations. The discussion shifts to the revamped ACC schedule, exploring how reduced conference games might impa...

ACC football fans, are you ready for a shake-up? The SEC's Greg Sankey has stirred the pot with his comments on the ACC and Big 12, sparking a debate on conference power dynamics. Dive into the world of college football as we explore the impact of NIL on Clemson's recruiting strategy and the challenges facing the Cal Golden Bears in their ACC journey. With insights from Alex Donno, Jackson Holzer,...

Isaiah Evans is set to redefine his role with the Duke Blue Devils as he returns for a sophomore season that promises excitement and potential. With a freshman year that saw him nail 62 three-pointers, Evans is poised to be a pivotal player in the Duke Blue Devils basketball lineup. How will his evolving skills impact the team's strategy in the upcoming ACC season? Join host JJ Jackson and guest K...

Caleb Foster's decision to stay with the Duke Blue Devils basketball team for his junior year is a game-changer. With the ACC schedule shaking up and Duke's roster evolving, how will Foster's return impact the Blue Devils' strategy and performance? Explore the highs and lows of Foster's sophomore season, including his standout games against Wofford and Illinois. Host JJ Jackson and guest Raul Clem...

Sebastian Wilkins and Dame Sarr are set to redefine the Duke Blue Devils basketball landscape. With Wilkins' surprising versatility and Sarr's NBA potential, the team is poised for an exciting season. How will these new additions impact Duke's strategy and roster dynamics? Explore the impressive recruiting class crafted by Jon Scheyer, featuring Wilkins' unexpected role as a small forward and Sarr...

Dame Sarr's commitment to the Duke Blue Devils basketball team is a game-changer. Could this international recruit be the key to Duke's next championship run? With Duke's impressive track record in international recruiting, including stars like Tyrese Proctor and Khaman Maluach, the Blue Devils continue to dominate the global basketball scene. Host JJ Jackson and guest Jordan Mann explore Dame Sar...

ACC football fans, are you ready for a shake-up? The Atlantic Coast Conference is buzzing with overreactions to spring football performances, and the spotlight is on Boston College's quarterback shuffle. With Thomas Castellanos heading to Florida State, AJ Black weighs in on the Eagles' future. Meanwhile, the creation of a CEO position for college sports enforcement is stirring debate. Alex Donno...

Dame Sarr's commitment to the Duke Blue Devils basketball team is a game-changer. With his impressive background playing for FC Barcelona and the Italian national team, Sarr's addition solidifies Duke's top-ranked recruiting class. How will this impact the Blue Devils' upcoming season? Explore the intricacies of Duke's challenging non-conference schedule, featuring high-stakes matchups against pow...

Can the Duke Blue Devils' bench depth be the secret weapon for their next championship run? With standout performances from Maliq Brown, Mason Gillis, and Patrick Ngongba II, the Duke Blue Devils basketball team showcases its impressive roster depth. Maliq Brown's defensive prowess, despite a challenging shoulder injury, and Mason Gillis' leadership from his Purdue days, highlight the team's strat...

Duke Blue Devils basketball is on the brink of a recruiting coup. Could international sensation Dame Sarr be the next big name to join the Blue Devils? With his impressive 58% three-point shooting for FC Barcelona, Sarr's potential commitment is a hot topic, especially as Cedric Coward's NBA draft decision looms. The episode dives into the latest on Duke's recruiting efforts, featuring insights fr...

Can Darian Mensah's transfer to the Duke Blue Devils football team redefine their upcoming season? As the third-best transfer in ESPN's rankings, Mensah's dynamic play style and ability to perform under pressure could be a game-changer for Duke's offensive strategy. Join host JJ Jackson and guest Josh Cox as they explore the potential impact of Mensah's arrival, Duke's football prospects for 2025,...

Will Cedric Coward Choose the NBA or Duke Blue Devils? The basketball world is buzzing as Cedric Coward faces a pivotal decision: remain in the NBA draft or join the Duke Blue Devils. This episode unpacks the implications of Coward's choice, exploring how it could reshape Duke's basketball roster and impact their upcoming season. With insights from JJ Jackson and guest Kevin Connelly, listeners ga...

Can Khaman Maluach's towering presence redefine the Duke Blue Devils Men's Basketball legacy? As a 7-foot-2 center from South Sudan, Maluach's journey from the NBA Africa Academy to Duke is nothing short of remarkable. His recruitment, facilitated by former Duke star Luol Deng, adds an intriguing layer to his story. This episode unpacks Maluach's impressive freshman season, highlighting his 71% fi...

Cooper Flagg's freshman year with the Duke Blue Devils Basketball team is nothing short of historic. Could his decision to reclassify and join Duke early be the game-changer for his NBA future? This episode unpacks Flagg's standout performances, including his impressive stats and his impact on both Team USA and Duke. Host JJ Jackson and guest Conor O'Neill from Devils Illustrated explore Flagg's d...

Is Kon Knueppel the next big thing for the Duke Blue Devils in the NBA? With an impressive freshman season, Knueppel's performance has fans buzzing about his potential NBA draft prospects. This episode dives into his standout stats, including a 14.4 points per game average and a remarkable 40% from beyond the arc. Host JJ Jackson and guest Kevin Connelly from Ball Durham explore Knueppel's versati...

The ACC Squad podcast delves into the recent 12-year deal between Clemson and Notre Dame, exploring its implications for the ACC's future. Hosts discuss whether this agreement signals Clemson's potential departure from the conference or strengthens the ACC's position. The conversation shifts to early basketball top 25 rankings, where ACC representation is notably lacking. The hosts debate the conf...