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BYU appears to be on serious upset alert this week against TCU, with the betting line having crashed down close to a field goal. The Cougars have something to prove. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses whether Brian Kelly could ever return to coaching a legitimate football program in his career. Plus, picking Notre Dame @ Pitt and Clemson @ Louisville wit...

Alabama Crimson Tide face Oklahoma Sooners in a defensive slugfest that could determine playoff fates, while Georgia Bulldogs prepare to expose Texas Longhorns' offensive line weaknesses. Will Ty Simpson's efficiency overcome Brent Venables' pressure schemes? Local experts from across the Locked On Podcast Network break down the biggest Week 12 SEC matchups, analyzing how Alabama's one-dimensional...

  The argument that BYU and Utah are undervalued by the College Football Playoff Committee often centers on a deep-seated institutional and brand bias that favors traditional powerhouses. Despite both teams—especially after joining the new P4 conference—amassing solid resumes, the committee’s ranking logic appears inconsistent when compared to peer teams from the SEC or Big Ten. For BYU, the under...

Big Ten playoff hopes hang in the balance as conference chaos continues. How many teams will crash the College Football Playoff party? Ten Big Ten podcast hosts break down the latest rankings and deliver predictions for Week 12's crucial matchups. The discussion covers Iowa's historic struggles on the West Coast ahead of their USC showdown, Michigan State's defensive collapse against Penn State, a...

ACC football descends into unprecedented chaos with five one-loss teams battling for the conference championship. Can any of them survive the gauntlet to reach the College Football Playoff? The squad breaks down the messy race featuring Georgia Tech, Virginia, Pittsburgh, SMU, and Duke, while traditional powers Clemson, Miami, and Florida State watch from the sidelines. Key matchups include Clemso...

Oklahoma travels to Alabama this week with a real shot to make the College Football Playoff. The Sooners' defense has to show up to beat the Crimson Tide. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Iowa's Top 25 showdown with USC in Los Angeles. The Trojans are playing their biggest game in years, while Texas should be fighting for its Playoff hopes at Georgia....

OU and Texas, the newcomers of the SEC, square off with Alabama and Georgia this weekend in two huge games. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! DoorDash With DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18. Supply...

The College Football Playoff Committee released its latest rankings on Tuesday night. What did they say about how many SEC teams could make the 12-team format? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down Notre Dame's upset potential at Pitt this week. Could Michigan lose to a worse version of itself at Northwestern? South Florida traveling to Annapolis to take...

Kansas State RB Dylan Edwards has battled injuries this year and reportedly plans to enter the transfer portal. How crazy could the lone portal window get in January? Today's bonus episode of Locked On College Football is a crossover with 'The Portal' host Brian Smith. Texas Tech's success with money and the portal is going to turn a LOT of heads with David Bailey as a headliner. 05:03 Spring Port...

Auburn had an opportunity to start getting behind DJ Durkin as its head coach, but the defense faltered at Vanderbilt. Is Kenny Dillingham a realistic option? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses how the SEC Championship picture is likely to play out. Should Texas A&M be seen as the favorite over Alabama? Spencer concludes today's show discussing under-the...

Indiana survived an upset bid from Penn State, still winless in the Big 10. Does that game cement Ohio State as the best team in College Football? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin reacts to more Week 11 fallout. Washington blew its Playoff chance losing to Wisconsin while USC is very much alive and in control of its own destiny. The G5 Playoff race saw Tulane pi...

BYU traveled to Lubbock in the game of the week with GameDay in town. The Cougars were demolished and yet it could have been worse as TTU rolled. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses how the ACC's' chaotic day will contribute to its status as a 1-bid Playoff league this year. Cal over Louisville on the road as 18.5-point underdogs and Wake Forest over Virg...

BYU and Texas Tech play a colossal game in Lubbock this week when the Red Raiders host the Cougars in a Top 10 matchup. How does TTU avoid the upset? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin makes his big game picks for the week. Can Georgia go down to Mississippi State on the road? Could Texas A&M stumble at Missouri? Spencer concludes with his best bets of the week, s...

The ACC college football conference standings are wild right now as the Virginia Cavaliers sit atop as the only undefeated team remaining. Who will end up with that automatic bid in the College Football Playoff, and will anyone be able to sneak in as an at-large? College Hoops are underway as well! All that and more on the ACC Squad.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.c...

The Ohio State Buckeyes, Indiana Hoosiers and Oregon Ducks are all representing the Big Ten well in the first edition of the College Football Playoff rankings. What do the rankings say about the state of the conference? Then, a Week 11 preview covering the biggest games set to take place this weekend.   Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/talkbig10   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 http...

The first batch of College Football Playoff Rankings has been released. What do they say about the current state of the SEC? The Auburn Tigers fired head coach Hugh Freeze. Then, Week 11 predictions for big matchups. The LSU Tigers are traveling to take on the Alabama Crimson Tide, while the Georgia Bulldogs are heading to Starkville to face the Mississippi State Bulldogs and more!   Follow & Subs...

The College Football Playoff rankings have been revealed, and now have massive implications for the Week 11 matchup between the BYU Cougars and Texas Tech Red Raiders. How does the Big 12 move forward from these rankings? Can they fit three teams in with the Utah Utes also in striking distance? All that and more on the Big 12 Squad.   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNQsWmyf0LCFUKr01QZ2LQ     Lo...

Major fanbases across the country, including LSU, Florida, Penn State, and Virginia Tech. Josh Pate made a WILD suggestion--that isn't so wild--about an option. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses whether USC is on any upset potential this week against Northwestern. Is Alabama in any more trouble against LSU? The G5 does not have a team ranked inside the...

The BYU Cougars face a huge test this weekend vs Texas Tech. Also, the Texas A&M Aggies are looking to avoid letdown against Missouri, who is starting a new quarterback. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! DoorDash With DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only...

The College Football Playoff Committee's Rankings came out for the first time, and the Big 12 got a great draw with 3 Top 15 teams. The ACC is not in that camp. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On BYU' host Jake Hatch discuss the big showdown in Lubbock this weekend. Can the Cougars shock the oddsmakers again? The ACC did not get good results on Tues...

BYU and Texas Tech square off in a colossal Big 12 showdown in Lubbock this week. Why are the Cougars underdogs of almost 10 points as an unbeaten? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Utah's Playoff chances after a blowout win over Top 25 Cincinnati. Are there chances better or worse than USC? Michigan State HC Jonathan Smith has not won a Big 10 game thi...

Hugh Freeze endured an EMBARRASSING loss to Kentucky at home on Saturday, and he's been fired before his 3rd season has ended. Is Jon Sumrall the top target? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the MADNESS set to ensue in the ACC. After Georgia Tech's upset at NC State, the VIRGINIA CAVALIERS are the only unbeaten. What now? Oklahoma saved its Playoff hop...

Miami traveled to Dallas to avoid an upset bid against SMU with their Playoff hopes on thin ice. Ohio State was scared for a half against Penn State, then woke up. On today's reaction episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses another stellar showing by Texas QB Arch Manning. The Longhorns control their own path to the College Football Playoff after dispensing of Vanderbil...

LSU is going to move on from its Athletic Director as they continue to seek a new coach to replace Brian Kelly. Why are the Tigers making such big moves? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin makes his final big game picks of the week with potential upsets lurking at every corner. Miami travels to SMU this week who bounced back last time out with a win over Clemson....

Are we on the path to an unexpected meeting between the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and Virginia Cavaliers in the ACC Championship? Only five one-loss teams remain in the ACC and four of them are on the road this week. How many will survive? Peeking ahead to basketball with preseason predictions.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOACC?sid=YouTube   Locked On...