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

ACC teams are facing a staggering $55 million average net operating loss, fueling urgent questions about the future of college sports. Will massive booster contributions and student fees be enough to sustain programs as the financial gap between the ACC, SEC, and Big Ten grows? The ACC Squad unpacks NCAA fiscal reports, dissect the sustainability of the current funding model, and debate the potent...

Duke Men's Basketball shake up their basketball staff as Jon Scheyer welcomes KJ Conklin as the newest assistant coach, drawing NBA praise from Kevin Durant and sparking questions about the program’s evolving identity. Is Duke redefining what it means to join the “Brotherhood” without traditional ties, and how will Conklin’s G League experience reshape the Blue Devils’ offensive strategy? JJ Jacks...

Duke Blue Devils face a new era as transfer quarterback Walker Eget steps in with big shoes to fill after Darian Mensah’s ACC championship run. Will Eget’s underdog story and recovery from a major ACL injury spark another title run for Duke football? With fresh faces in the wide receiver room and standout running back Nate Sheppard back in the lineup, the offense is primed for intrigue this fall....

Duke Blue Devils add Georgia Bulldogs to their stacked non-conference basketball schedule, setting the stage for a historic clash at Madison Square Garden in the Jimmy V Classic. Could this near-century hiatus in head-to-head meetings spark a new tradition? JJ Jackson and Kevin Connelly break down the matchup, spotlighting Mike White’s Georgia squad, the White family’s deep Duke ties, Georgia Bask...

Duke Blue Devils basketball intensifies its non-conference schedule by adding the Georgia Bulldogs for a marquee Jimmy V Classic showdown at Madison Square Garden. Can Duke maintain its dominance in New York against Mike White’s fast-rising Georgia squad, featuring star guard Blue Cain—whose Duke ties run deep? JJ Jackson and Jeff Fedotin break down the ACC opponent reveal, the intriguing Duke-Geo...

Duke Blue Devils reveal their 2026-27 ACC basketball opponents, sparking debate: are Coach Jon Scheyer’s reigning champions set for a three-peat, or will this new slate present unexpected roadblocks? The Blue Devils face home-and-away battles with archrival North Carolina Tar Heels and fellow contender Virginia Cavaliers, while teams like Miami, led by Jai Lucas, return to Cameron Indoor Stadium l...

ACC football recruiting faces a shock as North Carolina stalls under Bill Belichick—no four-star recruits and uncertainty swirling around the program’s direction. Is Belichick’s NFL pedigree enough, or are systemic issues holding the Tar Heels back from their “sleeping giant” potential? Analysts debate UNC’s future, the impact of key administrative missteps, and whether a coaching change is the an...

Duke Blue Devils poised to continue NBA Draft dominance—will Cameron Boozer join the Brotherhood’s elite at the top? JJ Jackson and Kevin Connelly break down Boozer’s likely landing spots, analyzing Memphis Grizzlies rumors, the Oklahoma City Thunder’s potential trade-up, and the intriguing ripple effects for franchises like the Utah Jazz and Chicago Bulls. Which team will make the smartest play f...

Duke Blue Devils stack their roster for a potential championship run as Jon Scheyer crafts what may be college basketball’s most formidable squad entering the 2026-27 season. With Pat Ngongba returning — possibly as a preseason All-American — and star recruits Cam Williams, Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje, and Max Meyer joining the frontcourt, can Duke’s newfound depth finally solve last year’s post-seaso...

Duke Blue Devils basketball schedule rumors are swirling—could a powerhouse exhibition clash at Allen Fieldhouse against Kansas Jayhawks be on the horizon? JJ Jackson and Jeff Fedotin break down the possibility of a rare Duke visit to “the Phog,” comparing the raucous Allen Fieldhouse atmosphere with Cameron Indoor Stadium and revisiting the rich Duke-Kansas rivalry, including their legendary NCAA...

Duke Blue Devils Men's Basketball land 7-footer Max Meyer—will Jon Scheyer’s size-driven philosophy fuel another deep NCAA run? JJ Jackson and IMG Academy Basketball Director Mike Gillian break down Meyer’s commitment, discuss how the Canadian big man’s defensive prowess and work ethic fit into a loaded Duke frontcourt alongside Patrick Ngongba II, and spotlight the continued success of recruiting...

Duke Blue Devils prepare for a non-conference gauntlet as Jon Scheyer faces the challenge of managing one of the most talent-rich rosters in college basketball. Can Caleb Foster's leadership and new transfer additions like John Blackwell and Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje ignite the team’s chemistry and drive Duke on another deep March run? JJ Jackson and his dad, Dr. Rob Jackson, tackle Mailbag Monday q...

Duke Baseball wraps a season of highs, lows, and rebuilding under first-year head coach Corey “Moose” Muscara. Can Duke return to contender status after a challenging 26-31 campaign? JJ Jackson and Scott Medlin break down the Blue Devils’ ACC Tournament run, highlight Kaden Smith’s grit playing through a fractured foot, and question the bullpen’s struggles in the crucial seventh inning against Vir...

Duke Blue Devils face major uncertainty as NBA teams pursue head coach Jon Scheyer, with rumors linking him to franchises like the Chicago Bulls and Dallas Mavericks — where Duke stars like Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving await. Will Scheyer stay to chase a national championship, or could his Chicago roots and NBA ambitions pull him away sooner than fans expect? JJ Jackson and Conor O’Neil of Devils...

ACC expansion to a 24-team College Football Playoff could set the stage for chaos and upsets—can Miami, Louisville, or SMU shake up the SEC and Big Ten’s dominance? The ACC Squad breaks down the unpredictable impact of expanding the playoff field, highlighting sleeper ACC quarterbacks like Mason Heintschel (Pitt) and CJ Bailey (NC State), and debating the league’s most explosive running backs. The...

Duke Blue Devils target top-tier talent as Jon Scheyer launches the 2027 basketball recruiting campaign. Can the Blue Devils lock in another No. 1 class? JJ Jackson and recruiting insider Brandon Jenkins spotlight new scholarship offers—headlined by Kager Knueppel, whose family legacy could keep the Knueppel pipeline flowing, and dynamic point guard Beckham Black, brother of NBA guard Anthony Blac...

Duke Blue Devils secure the nation’s top-ranked 2026 recruiting class as Jon Scheyer continues his recruiting dominance—are more deep NCAA Tournament runs imminent for the Blue Devils? JJ Jackson and Josh Cox break down Duke’s latest five-star haul, spotlighting Cameron Williams, Deron Rippey Jr. Bryson Howard, Max Meyer, and international standout Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje. The conversation highlig...

JJ Jackson chats with Brandon Jenkins of 247 Sports about Deron Rippey Jr. set to join Duke Basketball for the 2026-27 season. Rippey Jr. is labeled as the top point guard in the Class of 2026 and is a major part of Duke's No. 1 ranked recruiting class. Jon Scheyer has done it once again out on the recruiting trail. Twitter: @LO_BlueDevils | @_JJ_Jackson_ The Locked On Blue Devils Podcast with hos...

Duke Blue Devils Men's Basketball stack their non-conference schedule with marquee matchups, including a high-stakes home-and-home series against Final Four contender Illinois. Will Jon Scheyer’s squad rise to the challenge with early-season showdowns against Michigan State, UConn, and possibly one more major opponent? The frontcourt battle promises fireworks, as both teams boast elite size and re...

JJ Jackson chats with Kevin Connelly of Ball Durham about Duke Basketball agreeing to a home-and-home deal with Illinois Basketball starting this season. Twitter: @LO_BlueDevils | @_JJ_Jackson_ The Locked On Blue Devils Podcast with host JJ Jackson is a daily show that brings you the latest news & headlines from Duke Blue Devils Athletics. Every day, we will discuss the biggest stories from Duke B...

Duke Blue Devils Men's Basketball dominate NBA Draft Combine headlines as John Blackwell’s wingspan becomes a hot topic. With NBA executives scrutinizing his measurements, Blackwell faces a pivotal decision: return to Durham and join Duke’s stacked backcourt with Pat Ngongba, Caleb Foster, and Cayden Boozer, or chase his pro dreams this year. JJ Jackson and Jeff Fedotin spotlight how Blackwell’s s...

Notre Dame's favorable ACC deal ignites backlash across the conference. Are the Fighting Irish taking advantage of the system, or are envious ACC rivals just unwilling to take accountability? The ACC Squad break down explosive anonymous quotes from league insiders, spotlighting growing resentment over Notre Dame’s bowl privileges and football independence, and dissecting the fallout from recent AC...

Duke Blue Devils Men's Basketball face a pivotal offseason twist as John Blackwell weighs staying in the NBA Draft against joining a title-contending backcourt in Durham. Is Blackwell set to boost Jon Scheyer’s stacked roster, or will his NBA ambitions take center stage? JJ Jackson and Conor O’Neill dissect Blackwell’s NBA Combine performance, buzz around his wingspan, and the implications for Duk...

Duke Blue Devils Men's Basketball championship hopes hinge on John Blackwell’s NBA Draft decision. Will the highly coveted transfer commit to Jon Scheyer’s loaded squad, or chase his pro dreams after testing the waters at the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago? JJ Jackson and Kevin Connelly spotlight Blackwell’s candid interview with Andy Katz, break down his combine measurements, and debate the financi...

Duke Blue Devils boast a roster with sky-high potential—can their depth and versatility power a run to the national championship? Leif Thulin breaks down why the gap between Duke’s floor and ceiling is narrower than ever, spotlighting breakout candidates like Patrick Ngongba, Dame Sar, John Blackwell, and freshman Cameron Williams. Will returning talents like Caleb Foster and Cayden Boozer make th...