Locked On Buffs - Daily Podcast on Colorado Football and Basketball

Texas Tech’s postseason dreams hang in the balance as Brendan Sorsby’s NCAA eligibility battles mental health claims and strict gambling rules. Are the Red Raiders’ hopes tied to this high-stakes legal fight? The panel unpacks Sorsby’s unprecedented injunction, the Big 12’s reputation, and the lingering shadow of betting controversies on college football. Key questions arise: Can Sorsby’s “fitting...

The Colorado Buffaloes had themselves a huge recruiting weekend this past weekend with 20+ recruits in town. Not only did they have a chance to wow some of the best players in the country, but they also had a chance to secure three major commitments. Host Kevin Borba dives into the addition of a three-star linebacker Ba'Roc Willis, four-star safety Gabe Jenkins, and three-star corner Will Rasmusse...

With the Big 12 partnering with RedBird Capital Partners and Weatherford Capital, giving the teams across the Big 12 a chance to receive $30 million, there doesn't seem to be any interest from the teams in taking it. Host Kevin Borba, is joined by Locked on Cougars' Jake Hatch as they dive into why the millions of dollars are seemingly scaring teams away. As Hatch explained, the deal would simply...

Colorado and Georgia Tech set the stage for one of college football’s most overlooked but intriguing early-season matchups, both riding that “prove them wrong” underdog mentality. With a big roster turnover, coaching changes, and post-spring questions, Kevin Borba and Jarvis Davis break down what really matters for each program as they charge into a critical 2026. Jarvis Davis spotlights Georgia T...

Colorado football enters a make-or-break season as Speaker A dives into the arrival of Brennan Marion and his high-powered Go Go offense. After years of a one-dimensional, pass-heavy attack, the Buffaloes’ disastrous run game is under a microscope—will Marion’s system and new backfield talent finally unlock a dynamic ground attack and save the season? Speaker A breaks down why Marion isn’t just a...

Baylor and Colorado face mounting pressure as Dave Aranda and Deion Sanders head into a pivotal 2026 season. Despite both programs landing key transfers and new coordinators, national doubts persist—ESPN labels them as Big 12 also-rans, putting both coaches squarely on the hot seat. Can revamped rosters and fresh coaching minds turn the tide, or are expectations for a “fluke” turnaround unrealisti...

Colorado’s defensive line is set for a major turnaround as the Buffaloes bring in two high-impact FCS transfers: Toby Anene from North Dakota State and Lamont Lester Jr. from Monmouth. After plunging from one of the Big 12’s best pass rushes in 2024 to the bottom of the pack in 2025, can these dynamic edge talents revive Colorado’s disruptive front? With a new defensive coordinator at the helm and...

The Colorado Buffaloes are on the brink of a crucial boost in the trenches, with JUCO standout Malachi Brown listing CU among his finalists. At 6’5”, 315 pounds, Brown brings the size, production, and leadership desperately needed by Kevin Borba’s “thin” defensive front. With Power 4 run defense woes lingering and last year’s locker-room culture in question, Coach Prime’s ability to land and maxim...

Big 12 teams unanimously reject Brett Yormark’s $30 million private equity offer—does this signal deeper issues within the conference’s financial strategy? The Big 12 Squad tackles the fallout from the Big 12’s capital proposal, exploring why schools like BYU, Colorado, and Houston turned down “free money.” The crew debates risk vs. reward, hidden contract fine print, and whether teams should gamb...

The Colorado Buffaloes’ wide receiver group is stacked with talent, but all eyes are on Ernest Campbell, the track star transfer from Sac State, whose chemistry with new OC Brennan Marion could set the Big 12 on fire. Can Campbell’s blistering speed and deep-threat ability force his way into a loaded rotation? With other standout additions like Daniel Scudero, Kevin Borba and Zach McKinnell debate...

Colorado's youth movement charges forward as several freshmen line up for early playing time, highlighted by Mojo Williams’ playmaking spring and Preston Ashley’s leadership nod. Kevin Borba and Jack Carlough analyze which newcomers have the best shot at crashing the starting lineup, why Coach Prime’s commitment to practice performance means walk-ons and true freshmen alike could see the field, an...

The Colorado Buffaloes’ offseason drama heats up as alumni public backlash intensifies against Deion Sanders and the current staff’s “closed door” approach. Kevin Borba and Jay Smith dissect the fallout from Lawrence Vickers' outspoken criticism and explore whether old-school Buffs can coexist with the Prime era. With alumni relations strained and viral headlines swirling, the hosts debate if any...

The Colorado Buffaloes may have one of the nation’s best-kept secrets at tight end in Zach Atkins, but last season’s offensive game plan kept his talents under wraps. With Brendan Marion now calling the shots and the Go-Go offense known for highlighting tight ends, Atkins is widely expected to finally showcase his elite athleticism and playmaking ability in 2026. Can he seize the opportunity and t...

Colorado’s 2026 football schedule has fans circling one matchup as the ultimate trap game: a tricky Week 3 trip to Northwestern. With Chip Kelly calling plays and a surging Wildcats roster that returns 27 experienced contributors, could this overlooked Big Ten road game derail Coach Prime’s high-pressure season before it starts? Kevin Borba lays out how a slip-up in Evanston might spark a dreaded...

The Colorado Buffaloes and several Big 12 peers turn down a massive $30 million credit line offer, choosing financial discipline over instant spending in a rapidly changing college football landscape. Why did Colorado pass on this high-stakes deal—despite reporting a $27 million deficit? Kevin Borba unpacks the Buffs’ rationale, including the Coach Prime effect, new AD Fernando Lovo’s fundraising...

The Colorado Buffaloes brought in 60 new players and are replacing starters all over the place. With another eventful offseason in the books that saw them lose key players, and add some new faces, the Buffs appear to have some glaring holes even after a strong portal window. Host Kevin Borba dives into what he thinks are the team's two biggest concerns ahead of 2026. He also dives into what their...

Big 12 powerhouses rethink private equity as BYU and Houston reject RedBird Capital’s $30 million offer—could financial strategy shape the new conference elite? The Big 12 Squad dissects what BYU’s debt-averse philosophy means for their future, why Houston’s leadership is pressing pause, and whether Oklahoma State or Iowa State are positioned to take the risk, aiming to leap ahead in the evolving...

Despite an aggressive and headline-grabbing offseason, the Colorado Buffaloes find themselves ranked among the nation’s bottom Power 4 teams, coming in at No. 107 in USA Today’s FBS poll. Is this a fair reflection of the program under Coach Prime, or does it ignore the influx of talent and staff changes made in Boulder? Roster turnover, new coordinators, and Big 12 parity put Colorado’s consistenc...

With Damian Henderson quietly flying under the radar, the Colorado Buffaloes' running back competition is heating up just in time for the season. Could the Sacramento State transfer’s blend of size, speed, and big-play ability unseat more familiar names like Richard Young and Decayin Taylor? Kevin Borba urges Buffs fans not to overlook Henderson, whose spring game heroics and impressive Sac State...

Despite ESPN rating Colorado’s offseason as turbulent, Kevin Borba argues the opposite: an intentional roster overhaul has the Buffaloes primed for success in the new-look Big 12. Were mass departures a crisis—or simply Coach Prime’s calculated shake-up for a hungrier, more unified locker room? Kevin Borba breaks down ESPN’s critique, highlighting the high-profile transfer exits, including Jordan...

Colorado’s recruiting landscape faces scrutiny as No. 1 in-state prospect Jackson Roper calls out Deion Sanders and the Buffaloes for overlooking homegrown talent. Despite interest from blue-chip programs, Roper, now a UCLA commit, claims Colorado lags in cultivating in-state relationships—a trend continuing as top local recruits opt for destinations like Washington, Notre Dame, and Arizona State....

Colorado’s offense is stacked with transfers, but DeAndre Moore could be the secret weapon that powers the Buffaloes’ receiving corps in 2026. Is Moore—an electric Texas transfer and former four-star out of St. John Bosco—about to break out in Boulder’s high-octane attack under Coach Prime? Kevin Borba spotlights Moore as Colorado’s ultimate under-the-radar playmaker, recounting CU’s knack for tur...

As 2026 approaches, Kevin Borba highlights four Colorado Buffaloes poised for breakout seasons—three on offense, one on defense—each with the talent to become difference-makers if they reach their potential. With a revamped roster and questions swirling about who will step up, competition is fierce as the Buffs aim to turn flashes of promise into consistent production. Kevin Borba spotlights offen...

Kevin Borba dissects a transformed running back room, from established returners like Michael Welch and speedster Decaylan “Trackhawk” Taylor to blue-chip transfer Richard Young and Sac State’s own Damian Henderson. The buzz: Brendan Marion’s run-heavy offensive philosophy could finally resurrect a ground game that’s been missing for years, offering a chance for any back to emerge as a 1,200-yard...

As the pivotal month of October approaches, Kevin Borba spotlights the decisive stretch that could make—or break—Colorado’s 2026 campaign. With a treacherous road slate at Georgia Tech, Northwestern, and Baylor early on, Colorado will need to maintain momentum as they enter a daunting October string: Texas Tech, Utah, Oklahoma State, and Kansas State. “If that doesn’t go well, people will lose job...