Locked On Gamecocks - Daily Podcast On South Carolina Gamecocks Football & Basketball

Nick Emmanwori Steals the show in Indy! The Former Gamecock Safety had an absolutely historic day in Indy at the NFL Combine. Emmanwori finished with the single best workout of any defensive back in the history of the Combine and graded out as the No. 1 Safety prospect relative athletic score in the last 39 years!!! Also, South Carolina loses to Clemson 5-3 in Game 1 of the weekend series. Chris M...

Who are the best returning players in college football and how many are from the SEC? The College Sports Network put out their list of Top 100 returning college football players, we run through the SEC guys who made their list and debate if the rankings are fair or unfair. Our buddy Chris GORDY joins us to run through the Top 100 list, and discuss if some guys like Diego Pavia were ranked too low,...

Recap of Day One from the NFL Combine in Indy. Demetrius Knight Jr goes off. Plus Kyle Kennard, Tonka Hemingway, TJ Sanders, and Bam Martin Scott all have great on-field workouts as well. We recap the huge win on day one of the Combine and what it means for the Gamecocks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...

Are the Florida Gators redefining college football with their transfer portal strategy? As the SEC landscape shifts, the Gators, alongside the Auburn Tigers and Ole Miss Rebels, are making waves with their aggressive recruiting and spending. Join hosts Chris Gordy, Zach Blackerby, and Brandon Olson as they explore the impact of returning production in the portal era. Discover how key figures like...

Chris Marler previews the 2025 South Carolina vs Clemson baseball series. With two former Tigers in the starting lineup and one of the best power hitters in the country in Ethan Petry, can the Gamecock bats do enough to win the series? Paul Mainieri and Eric Bakich face off in the biggest rivalry in College Baseball.    Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamec...

ESPN's Bill Connelly debuted his initial 2025 Returning Production rankings. South Carolina ranks 71st in the country in overall production which is the 4th FEWEST in all the SEC. Chris Marler breaks down the good news and the bad news from where South Carolina ranks nationally and in the SEC. Should there be any concern? Plus, he looks at the worst news of all -- Clemson ranks No. 1 nationally he...

Chris Marler recaps an incredible weekend of South Carolina athletics as men's basketball, women's basketball, softball, and baseball all went undefeated this weekend. He discuss what was most impressive about the basketball win over Texas and how the Gamecocks never quit. Chris also talks about the hot start baseball is off to going 8-0 for the second time in the last 3 seasons. Finally the show...

LOADED Saturday Morning Pod episode! We start by asking the question -- Is this the most talented team South Carolina's had in a decade? Spoiler alert, yes. Chris Marler discusses his latest deep dive into 3 unique things about this year's 2025 roster that is different than any other in the last 10 years. Across the board, at almost every position, this is the deepest, biggest, and most talented G...

With Spring Practice just a few weeks away we look at the 3 Biggest Breakout players on defense for South Carolina in 2025. The Gamecocks have to replace over half their defense, not to mention a ton of leadership. With that in mind we look at which young players can fill those shoes this Spring. Fred Johnson, Caleb Williams, Vicari Swain, and Donovan Darden are all on the short list to be the nex...

Are the Florida Gators' coaches living up to their reputations, or are some overrated? Dive into the world of SEC football as we explore the highs and lows of coaching in the Southeastern Conference. With names like Hugh Freeze, Brian Kelly, and Shane Beamer in the spotlight, this episode offers a candid look at who's truly making an impact and who might be on the chopping block. Join Chris Gordy...

What is the biggest game of the 2025 season for the South Carolina Gamecocks? Clemson is the obvious choice, but Chris Marler explains why the answer is the fourth game of the season against the Missouri. We dive into the 2025 schedule and talk about the must win games and potential losses. We also discuss the four games that ESPN labeled as the most impactful and important games for Shane Beamer,...

More College Football Playoff expansion is coming and it's not good news for the SEC. Ironically enough it's coming BECAUSE of the SEC. Chris Marler dives into the news from Ross Dellenger that the SEC and Big Ten are forcing new stipulations and demands for the playoff including multiple automatic bids and four spots guaranteed every year. Marler explains why all of this is bad not just for the s...

South Carolina loses by nearly 30 to UConn at home on Sunday. What happened to Dawn Staley's team and should we be concerned before the tournament gets here? Where do the Gamecocks go from here and are they good enough to win a natty or even make the Final Four? We talk about all that AND opening weekend on the diamond at Founder's Park for Gamecock baseball as well. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi...

South Carolina gets a record 11 players invited to the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. The Gamecocks were tied for 3rd most in the SEC with Ole Miss and the 5th most in the country. What does this mean for the program and can South Carolina break their own record for most NFL Draft Picks in program history. Chris Marler explains why this could be a program defining moment for Shane Beamer. Hosted by...

Are the SEC's top quarterbacks overrated or underrated? Dive into the heated debate as we explore the Southeastern Conference's most talked-about players, including Arch Manning and DJ Lagway. With the Florida Gators and Georgia Bulldogs in the spotlight, this episode unpacks the hype and potential surrounding these rising stars. Join Zach Blackerby and a panel of experts, including Chris Gordy an...

After the recent news that Auburn DC DJ Durkin received a $2.5 million contract, we discuss what Clayton White's value is as a defensive coordinator. White received a new contract in December in what now looks like a bargain. It's just another example of South Carolina being ahead of the curve in regards to hiring, evaluation, and the things that make a great college football program. We also disc...

Shane Beamer calls out Lane Kiffin again. This time he discusses the changes that need to be made to college football rules surrounding fake injuries.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

South Carolina Director of Player Personnel and recruiting joined the show today for an awesome interview and a peak behind the curtain of South Carolina's recruiting and football program in 2025. Chris and Darren discuss his role at USC, the non-stop grind of college recruiting, and he gives us a peak into the philosophies of Shane Beamer and building this Gamecock football program. Darren dives...

Are the Florida Gators losing their grip on National Signing Day? With the early signing period overshadowing February's once-celebrated event, the landscape of college football recruiting is shifting. This episode tackles the diminishing importance of National Signing Day, the proposed changes to the transfer portal, and the burning questions facing SEC teams as spring football approaches. Key fi...

On3 released their rankings for the top 25 college football head coaches in the country, and NEITHER one had Shane Beamer ranked. Chris Marler goes on another patented rant about how it's not only wrong, but it's possibly the dumbest thing you'll see all offseason. Marler makes the case for Beamer and explains what it will take for South Carolina to FINALLY get the respect they deserve as a progra...

Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule announced that they would be cancelling their spring game due to rampant tampering in the transfer portal. Will more college football programs follow suit? Would Shane Beamer and South Carolina ever follow suit? Chris Marler explains why he thinks they would not, but also discusses why the transfer portal tampering IS a very real issue at the root of this. After a de...

247Sports listed their Top 25 Impact Transfer Portal Players for the SEC in 2025, and only 2 South Carolina players made the cut. With the success Shane Beamer has had in developing portal players in the past is it time to give a Beamer Bump to South Carolina commits? At the very least Chris Marler explains why having only 2 players in the Top 25 from South Carolina couldn't be more wrong.   Next,...

South Carolina has the easiest schedule they've had in a decade. Could a hot START of the season instead of the end of it result in a trip to the College Football Playoff? Chris Marler explains why South Carolina getting to November at 7-1 or 8-0 would almost certainly punch their ticket to the CFP. AND, with their schedule for September and October, they can get to it. Hosted by Simplecast, an Ad...

The Big Ten announced they will entertain private equity bids from firms for investments next week. Private equity has officially made its way into college football and that is an AWFUL thing for college football fans and the sport itself. Chris Marler explains why. Also we dive back into the recruiting rankings and talk about where South Carolina's class ranks not only in the SEC but in compariso...

Are the SEC coaches untouchable, or is it just a matter of time before the hot seat ignites? With every SEC coach returning, the college football landscape is buzzing with speculation. Dive into the world of SEC football as Chris Gordy and a panel of experts, including Brandon Olsen and Steven Willis, dissect the surprising retention of all SEC coaches and the implications for the upcoming season....