Locked On College Football

SEC recruiting shakeup: Georgia dominates while Auburn struggles. Is the balance of power shifting in college football's toughest conference? Chris Gordy and fellow SEC podcast hosts break down the latest recruiting rankings, highlighting Georgia's impressive 14-commit June and Auburn's unexpected challenges. The squad analyzes the impact of NIL deals and potential revenue sharing models on the re...

Big Ten football power rankings spark heated debate. Is Penn State truly the top dog, or will Ohio State reclaim their throne? Spencer McLaughlin and his all-star panel dissect the conference's hierarchy, with USC's placement igniting fierce discussion. Mark Culkin makes a bold case for the Trojans' ascent, while others question their readiness. The crew also analyzes Washington's potential dark h...

An article by On3 suggested that Miami could potentially push for the #1 class in the 2026 cycle, currently claimed by USC. The Hurricanes could absolutely pull it off. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the recent comments of Big 10 Commissioner Tony Petiti on the expansion of the Playoff speaking with Joel Klatt. Keeping the format at 12 teams seems to...

The Mountain West has not yet announced any media rights deal after losing 5 schools to the Pac-12. Hanging on to UNLV and Air Force is huge, but is it enough? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin gets pushback on his Big 12 power rankings going into the season. Could BYU surprise everyone again after losing their QB? 'Locked On Sun Devils' host Richie Bradshaw and...

The Pac-12 officially added Texas State to be its 8th all-sports member beginning July 1st, 2026. The Bobcats should not be the final move the league pursues. On today's episode of Locked On College Football,  Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On BYU' host Jake Hatch discuss the dismissal of QB Jake Retzlaff. The Big 12 conference power rankings shift significantly with him off the Cougars' roster. A...

Texas State is expected to accept an offer to join the Pac-12 and become its 8th full-time-member. The move will position the Pac-12 as the best G5 league in the country. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Nittany Lions' host Zach Seyko discuss PSU's latest recruiting news. Where do they turn after QB Peyton Falzone flipped to Auburn last week? Big...

The Pac-12 is widely expected to add Texas State as their 8th member, triggering a chain of realignment moves across the country. The news is coming VERY soon. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Auburn flipping 4-star QB Peyton Falzone from Penn State. That could be good news for South Carolina.  Sacramento State wants to make the jump up to the FBS rank...

SEC QB Diego Pavia ignites controversy with Big Ten comments. Is Vanderbilt poised to shake up the conference hierarchy? Chris Gordy and the SEC Squad dissect Pavia's bold claims, exploring the SEC vs. Big Ten debate and Vanderbilt's potential. The panel, including Stephen Willis and Chris Marler, analyzes the Commodores' roster improvements and their chances against powerhouses like Alabama and T...

BYU Cougars Football lands 5-star QB sensation Ryder Lyons. Is this the game-changer that propels BYU to Big 12 dominance? Dive into the seismic impact of Lyons' commitment on BYU's football program and the Big 12 landscape. Hosts break down the significance of this rare 5-star recruit for the Cougars, exploring how it stacks up against rival Utah's recruiting efforts. The conversation tackles BYU...

ACC football drama unfolds as Thomas Castellanos' controversial comments spark heated debate. Is the former Boston College QB burning bridges or building hype for his Florida State future? Host Jackson Holzer and panelists dissect Castellanos' bold claims, questioning his on-field performance and impact on team dynamics. The discussion shifts to the potential NCAA basketball tournament expansion,...

ACC football drama unfolds as Thomas Castellanos' controversial comments spark heated debate. Is the former Boston College QB burning bridges or building hype for his Florida State future? Host Jackson Holzer and panelists dissect Castellanos' bold claims, questioning his on-field performance and impact on team dynamics. The discussion shifts to the potential NCAA basketball tournament expansion,...

ESPN's Pete Thamel reported that Texas State and the Pac-12's talks have been heating up. The move is close and could trigger a chain of realignment moves. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and recruiting analyst Brian Smith discuss Florida State's surge in their 2026 efforts. The Noles are back within range of a top 10 class. Texas and Texas A&M both recently ad...

5-star QB Ryder Lyons picked BYU over Oregon and USC, a landmark recruiting win for the Cougars and Coach Sitake. It's literally an all-time big moment for the program. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Badgers' host Ryan Harings discuss Wisconsin's lawsuit against Miami. Could the ramifications go beyond 2 schools and 1 player, Xavier Lucas? South...

The Pac-12 announced that the CBS will be one of its primary media partners running through 2031, including its conference championship games. It's great news. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the shocking quote from Florida State QB Thomas Castellanos regarding Alabama. He has made a big non-conference matchup even more enticing. Spencer concludes tod...

John Canzano believes that the Pac-12 is going to make news this week, with the July 1st deadline looming to add a school. Don't expect any Pac-12 surprises. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the impact of 4-star QB Bowe Bentley picking Oklahoma over LSU. The Sooners need to keep stacking these sorts of wins. Duke QB Darian Mensah was given a huge NIL d...

2026 5-star QB Ryder Lyons has set a commitment date of June 24th, considering BYU in addition to Oregon and USC. The Cougars would be the highest impact. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the lack of clarity on the Playoff for 2026. Something good could actually come from all the chaos.  Bret Bielema recently spoke publicly about why a 16-team Playoff...

SEC quarterback Diego Pavia ignites controversy with bold Big Ten comments. Is the SEC truly superior? Chris Gordy and the SEC squad dissect Pavia's fiery statements, comparing SEC and Big Ten strength of schedules. The hosts debate Vanderbilt's future in the conference and Pavia's impact on the program. Chris Marler unveils his hotly contested SEC quarterback rankings, sparking intense discussion...

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College Football Playoff negotiations hit a snag. Will the 2026 format be decided before kickoff? Hosts dissect the ongoing CFP debates, exploring potential impacts on conference championships and automatic qualifiers. The conversation shifts to June's recruiting frenzy, with updates on Ohio State's methodical approach and UCLA's surprising Florida pipeline. Nebraska's 2025 win total predictions t...

The Pac-12 has reportedly pondered adding Memphis as a football-only member to strengthen their league starting in 2026. Would the Tigers leave the AAC for anyone? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Wolverines' host Isaiah Hole discuss Michigan's addition of East Carolina QB Jake Garcia. Does the move mean 5-star #1 QB Bryce Underwood won't start th...

UNLV was desired by the Pac-12 to come along with 5 other Mountain West schools, but will stay in the MW with financial incentives. Is this all a move for the Big 12? On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Auburn' host Zac Blackerby discuss 2026 4-star QB Landon Duckworth. How badly does Hugh Freeze need the talented signal caller? Cal HC Justin Wilcox...

Texas Tech's investments into their football program has rightfully started the hype train in Lubbock. Can anyone match their full potential in recruiting in the Big 12? Today's episode of Locked On College Football features 3 Big 12 hosts discussing where their schools will rank on the trail. Is Arizona State realizing its sleeping giant potential? Houston is the only Big 12 school that currently...

ESPN's Pete Thamel reported that Texas State is the top option for the Pac-12's 8th all-sports member. That announcement should be expected soon. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Brett Yormark's comments on a 4-4-2-2-1-1 Playoff format. Should the Big 12 be revered for its "hunker down" mentality to bet on itself? USC picked up another elite prospect i...

Reports and articles have been circulating with regards to how UNLV can become a G5 power, even in the new Mountain West. They need the Pac-12 for that. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses whether the Big 10 is better positioned than the SEC to succeed in the new world of college football. Will the SEC continue losing its grip on the sport? The Big 12 cur...

College football's landscape shifts dramatically with NCAA's game-changing settlement. Will player payments reshape team dynamics and recruiting strategies across the SEC? Hosts dissect the settlement's far-reaching implications, from potential roster size changes to the evolving role of NIL collectives. The conversation heats up with bold predictions for the upcoming season, including Arch Mannin...