Locked On College Football

Oklahoma and Alabama squared off in Norman with the Sooners looking for their third win in the last 2 seasons against the Crimson Tide. What statement was made? On this episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down the biggest moments from an SEC Playoff clash as we head into the weekend. What does this game mean for Kalen DeBoer at Alabama? North Texas QB Drew Mestemaker h...

Penn State is reportedly targeting USC defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn for the same job in Happy Valley. Meanwhile, former QB Beau Pribula is leaving Missouri. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses big names who are not QBs that have entered the portal. Michigan State WR Nick Marsh is just one of many impact names who have said they will transfer. On a m...

Arizona State's Sam Leavitt is leaving Tempe, and could consider joining Lane Kiffin at LSU. That would be a great idea for him--what about Brendan Sorsby? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down the rematch in Norman between Oklahoma and Alabama. The Crimson Tide should not be favored in this game, no matter how slight. USC is bringing back QB Jayden Maiav...

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Kenny Dillingham is correctly seen as one of the brightest young coaches in all of college football. His comments about the Michigan job should cause concern. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Miami's road Playoff game at Texas A&M. How can the Hurricanes break through? Dylan Raiola is going to leave Nebraska after not quite two full seasons in Lincoln....

Florida QB DJ Lagway, a former 5-star recruit who is coming off a miserable season with 14 interceptions, is surprisingly in the portal. Where could he end up? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Ole Miss' host Steven Willis discuss the pending Playoff game against Tulane. Is there any way the Green Wave pull off a stunner? Cincinnati QB Brendan Sors...

Michigan's coaching vacancy after Sherrone Moore's firing is running out of options with Kenny Dillingham reportedly staying at Arizona State. Who is left?  On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Utes' host JT Wistrcill discuss Kyle Whittingham's retirement. Could he make a coaching pit stop in Michigan? Indiana's Fernando Mendoza became the first Hoosi...

Utah HC Kyle Whittingham has announced his retirement, a move long expected by one of the longest tenured coaches in the country. Will Michigan call him? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the Big 12 bringing in a wide-reaching private equity deal for the conference. Could a move with so much upside backfire? Washington State has hired its 3rd head coach...

Michigan needs a head coach, and also has to try and keep 5-star QB Bryce Underwood out of the transfer portal. Lane Kiffin at LSU should pick up the phone. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Tennessee hiring former Penn State/Ohio State DC Jim Knowles. Auburn transfer QB Jackson Arnold should be talking to Georgia Tech HC Brent Key. Army and Navy square...

The Big 12 Conference has been nothing short of a whirlwind over the past week, marked by a major championship, postseason selection drama, and a groundbreaking business announcement that reinforces its "New Look" identity. 1. Championship and CFP Breakthrough The week started with the Big 12 Championship Game where Texas Tech defeated BYU in a commanding fashion (34-7). This victory propelled the...

Five SEC teams charge into the College Football Playoff, but which squad holds the clearest path to glory? Heated expansion rumors swirl as the SEC hosts debate the possibility of Notre Dame and Kansas joining the conference, while Texas A&M’s electrifying fan base readies Kyle Field for a statement win over Miami. Could Carson Beck’s first trip to College Station turn into an interception frenzy?...

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Sherrone Moore has been fired from Michigan after reportedly having an inappropriate relationship with a female staffer. Can the Wolverines get Kalen DeBoer? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses good landing spots for transfer QB Sam Leavitt as he prepares to leave Arizona State. Miami and Indiana would both make tons of sense. Spencer and 'Locked On Soone...

BYU was left out of the College Football Playoff (incorrectly) and will play Georgia Tech in the Pop Tarts Bowl. Their approach is refreshing contrasted to Notre Dame. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Utah's decision to invite Private Equity into its athletic department. Will the move be as disastrous in the long-run as it might seem? The coaching caro...

Notre Dame was left out of the Playoff field (correctly) and opted to skip a potential bowl game as a result. The Irish are also getting an absurd perk in 2026. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the transfer of Arizona State QB Sam Leavitt. What does that say about ASU while Cal was able to retain Jaron Keawe Sagapolutele? Iowa State hired Jimmy Rogers...

Matt Campbell is going to be the next head coach at Penn State after a 10-year run with Iowa State in Ames. Should the Nittany Lions feel good? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On BYU' host Jake Hatch discuss the Cougars' snub from the Playoff. Kalani Sitake gave the program momentum and then it was quickly dashed. Notre Dame is so upset at being lef...

The College Football Playoff Committee released its final 12-team Playoff rankings with BYU and NOTRE DAME being left out. Did Miami deserve it?! On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Curt Cignetti breaking through and beating Ohio State in the Big 10 Championship game. Indiana's turnaround is unlike anything we've ever seen before.  Spencer concludes today...

BYU should make the College Football Playoff after going 11-1 in the Big 12 this year. The Committee isn't likely to reward that after Texas Tech dominated them. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Texas Tech's outlook in the Playoff. The Red Raiders look like a complete team that can win it all. Tulane punched its ticket to the College Football Playoff a...

Penn State is reportedly targeting Iowa State's Matt Campbell for their head coaching vacancy. That would be as good of an outcome as seems possible. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Big 12' host Drake Toll break down the Big 12 Championship matchups. How can BYU flip the script from their first meeting? Conference Championship weekend brings Play...

SEC shakeup: blockbuster coaching hires and playoff drama headline championship week. With Lane Kiffin joining LSU, Alex Golesh on board at Auburn, and Jon Sumrall taking the helm at Florida, the conference landscape is primed for surprises—are these bold moves enough to shift power in the SEC? Brandon Olsen and the Locked On Podcast Network squad debate the intrigue behind every new hire, break d...

Big 12 heavyweights BYU and Texas Tech shake up the championship picture as powerhouse coach Kalani Sitake nearly exits for Penn State, triggering a wild flurry of NIL deals and university power plays. Is the Big 12’s new financial arms race redefining the path to playoff success, or will legacy programs like Baylor and Kansas State be left behind? The roundtable debates elite coaching moves, jaw-...

Penn State's chaotic coaching search hits new lows—can the Nittany Lions recover before recruiting collapses? Ohio State and Indiana prepare to clash for the Big Ten Championship as rivals question who truly deserves the conference crown. The crew recaps Rivalry Week, spotlighting Ohio State’s dominant win over Michigan and Indiana’s underrated offense. Hot takes on wide receiver matchups, high-pr...

ACC faces a College Football Playoff doomsday scenario as Duke battles Virginia for the conference championship. Can Virginia secure a spot for the league, or will Duke’s upset spark debate about the ACC’s status among Power conferences?  The discussion shifts to predictions for Duke vs. Virginia, evaluating Darian Mensah’s quarterback performance, defensive weaknesses, and championship stakes. Th...

Penn State's coaching search has been a total disaster. They might turn to interim HC Terry Smith after firing James Franklin in October. Brian Daboll an option? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Kansas State' host Christian Rauh discuss the shocking retirement of HC Chris Klieman. Moving to hire Texas A&M OC Collin Klein is a great move in Manhatt...

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