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Arizona Wildcats surge past Big 12 rivals, prompting bold claims—are they college basketball's greatest team since the 1970s? With Drake Toll and top Locked On experts, the Big 12 squad dissects Arizona’s unmatched roster strength, balanced offense, and dominance on both ends of the floor. Insights include matchup nightmares posed by star freshmen, how positional size advantages shake up results,...

The Colorado Buffaloes make national headlines as transfer portal rankings roll out—and PFF surprisingly leaves them out of the “winners” circle. Have three Big 12 rivals truly outperformed Kevin Borba and crew, or is CU’s portal strategy simply underestimated? Kevin Borba and Jack Carlough dig deep into roster turnover, the hunt for hidden gems like Randon Fontenet and a stacked receiver room, an...

With spring ball right around the corner and the Colorado Buffaloes looking to improve following a 3-9 season, Deion Sanders was dealt an unexpected coaching staff loss. Defensive line coach Domata Peko reportedly accepted a job with the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he will coach the defensive line. Host Kevin Borba is joined by  ⁨@dukesthescoop⁩  as they dive into whether or not this is truly a los...

The Colorado Buffaloes have doubled down on the transfer portal, assembling a roster full of impact talent and fresh faces heading into the 2024 season. Can Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders and the Buffs turn the portal overhaul into a Big 12 contender? Kevin Borba and Jay Smith break down the biggest instant-impact offensive stars — including explosive Texas wideout DeAndre Moore and former Alabama ru...

The Colorado Buffaloes enter a pivotal season, with Coach Prime, Deion Sanders, determined to turn last year’s culture problem into the program’s greatest strength. Has Sanders made the right moves to unify the locker room and power Colorado back to Big 12 contention? Kevin Borba delves into Urban Meyer’s “culture problem” critique and flips the narrative: Prime’s portal strategy and leadership fo...

Kevin Borba dives deep into Colorado’s so-called “culture problem,” dissecting comments from legends like Urban Meyer and Mark Ingram and explaining how last year’s locker room issues are already being corrected. Success in the transfer portal is highlighted: G5 all-conference team captains and hungry, overlooked athletes replacing last season’s “me guys.” The segment spotlights newcomers like Ric...

The Colorado Buffaloes were thought to have lost top transfer Ezra Christensen after he initially committed, but a recent announcement by the program indicates that he is, in fact, Boulder-bound. Kevin Borba dives into how monumental an addition this would be for Deion Sanders and the Buffs if he is, in fact, able to play. Borba also dives into the TERRIBLE advice that Emmanuel Acho gave Shedeur S...

Big 12 basketball faces unexpected backlash as ESPN’s Joe Lunardi slashes conference bracketology rankings, raising questions about media bias and the future of NCAA selection. Is the Big 12’s dominance being overlooked in favor of SEC propaganda? The local experts debate Lunardi’s projections, the impact on teams like Kansas, Houston, BYU, and Arizona, and how perception shapes both tournament se...

Deion Sanders’ controversial decision to publicly fine Colorado players for missing practices and other violations has set the college football world abuzz. Is Coach Prime in hot water—or is this merely the future of the sport emerging in Boulder? Kevin Borba and Jay Smith discuss the risks and ripple effects of Sanders’ documented fine system, weighing whether it crosses legal or ethical lines gi...

Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes shake up the offseason, launching a major overhaul of the coaching staff after a disappointing 3-9 season. With pressure mounting and questions swirling about recruiting and player development, Coach Prime made bold decisions—parting ways with five staffers and shifting roles for three others in a bid to reset the program’s culture and trajectory. Kevin Bor...

Colorado Football’s New Era: Deion Sanders Overhauls Coaching Staff & Sets a Culture of Accountability | Locked On Buffs The Colorado Buffaloes are entering a pivotal offseason as Kevin Borba dives deep into Deion Sanders’ sweeping coaching overhaul and the impact on Colorado’s future. With Coach Prime making 10 staff changes—replacing friends with top college minds—Colorado’s football program is...

After Indiana’s fairytale undefeated season, Kevin Borba and Philip Dukes debate whether Colorado can replicate that non-blue blood magic in Boulder. The duo takes a microscope to Coach Prime’s evolving roster-building philosophy, focusing on high-character, hungry players harvested from the transfer portal and FCS ranks. D iscussion centers on the importance of identity and chemistry—Colorado’s n...

Indiana Hoosiers rise from 3-9 to national champions—can a Big 12 team follow in their footsteps? The panel breaks down which Big 12 programs could replicate Indiana’s stunning blueprint, spotlighting Oklahoma State’s donor-fueled rebuild, Texas Tech’s high-profile transfer portal moves, and Utah’s push for conference supremacy under new expectations. Key conversations focus on the transfer portal...

Colorado’s offseason takes a major blow as elite defensive line transfer Ezra Christensen is ruled ineligible—sparking outrage over the NCAA’s inconsistent waiver process. Kevin Borba breaks down how this ruling not only leaves Colorado suddenly thin up front, but exposes deeper inequalities in NCAA policy and keeps pivotal transfer QBs like Diego Pavia waiting. Should JUCO years really count? And...

Colorado Buffaloes gear up for a breakout season as transfer addition Boo Carter arrives with game-changing upside for Coach Prime’s squad. Can Carter’s elite athleticism and two-way capabilities transform Colorado’s defense and special teams—and maybe even the offense?   Kevin Borba and Locked on Vols host Eric Cain deep into Boo Carter’s skillset: his explosive impact at Tennessee, versatility i...

The Colorado Buffaloes welcome one of the portal’s most overlooked stars, Nate Mitchell, who arrives with a chip on his shoulder and a reputation for game-changing versatility. Can Mitchell’s experience at safety, nickel, and corner spark immediate transformation for Coach Prime’s defense? Kevin Borba dives deep with Nate Mitchell, unpacking his journey from zero-star Temple, Texas recruit to all-...

Kevin Borba dives into the Colorado Buffaloes’ wild weekend in the college football transfer portal, as Deion Sanders leads a seven-player influx that’s set to reshape the Buffaloes’ roster. Is this portal class exactly what Colorado needs to compete in the revamped Big 12, and could it finally solve the depth and durability issues that have haunted Boulder? This episode spotlights instant-impact...

The Colorado Buffaloes have been quite active in the transfer portal again this offseason, but one insider doesn't think they have done well. Host Kevin Borba breaks down why this is not the case. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our mos...

Big 12 football teams retool through the transfer portal—are Houston and Oklahoma State now national contenders? Portal action heats up as BYU retains nearly all of its top talent, while Utah faces painful losses to Michigan. Can West Virginia’s major upgrades and key pickups spark a resurgence? Jake Hatch, Drake Toll, and local Locked On experts debate tampering controversies, NIL-driven recruiti...

Kevin Borba breaks down a pivotal moment for the Colorado Buffaloes as they land Jaydan Hardy, a former four-star Oklahoma safety, through the transfer portal. Is Hardy set to become a cornerstone of the revamped Buffs secondary under Robert Livingston, or do his limited reps raise questions? Kevin Borba unpacks Hardy’s background, athleticism, and how a connection to Coach Prime could pay off big...

College football’s transfer portal chaos reaches new heights as Jordan Seaton becomes the center of controversy after reportedly deceiving Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes. Seaton’s shocking departure, complete with a video commissioned under false pretenses for his “return” only to announce his exit, ignites heated debates over ethics, NIL greed, and loyalty in the modern game. Will Color...

The shocking Jordan Seaton saga took a jaw-dropping turn as reports emerge that Seaton lied to Colorado about his intentions to stay—only to use a “returning” video produced by the Buffs’ staff to announce his departure instead. Kevin Borba delivers an unfiltered reaction to this “disgusting” and “scumbag” portal move, pulling back the curtain on Seaton’s motivations, swirling $3 million NIL numbe...

Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes make headlines yet again, securing arguably the most versatile defender in the transfer portal with Vanderbilt captain Randon Fontenette. Can the Buffs parlay these portal wins into a Big 12 breakthrough? With Fontenette’s ability to play safety, corner, and linebacker—and a wave of new physical and experienced leaders—Kevin Borba dissects how Colorado is p...

The Deion Sanders-to-Cleveland Browns rumors are swirling, but Kevin Borba shuts down the speculation, calling the story “catastrophic” for Colorado and college football. As Coach Prime intensifies his focus in Boulder—fueling portal activity, boosting the Buffs’ recruiting class, and locking in key defensive additions—Borba argues that Sanders is building something special and belongs in the coll...

Texas Tech surges to the top of Big 12 transfer portal rankings, poaching playmakers like Brennan Sorsby from Cincinnati and sparking debate over NIL and facilities advantages. Can Red Raiders’ big-spending approach shake up the conference power dynamic, or will the “Lubbock tax” backfire? Drake Toll and the panel evaluate top transfers, from Michael Hawkins Jr. joining West Virginia’s new quarter...