Locked On Hoosiers - Daily Podcast On Indiana Hoosiers Football & Basketball

Indiana Basketball continues to build momentum under first-year head coach Darian DeVries, and the excitement surrounding the Hoosiers is only growing.   In today's episode of Locked On Hoosiers, Jacob Goins breaks down Indiana's newly announced non-conference matchup against Missouri and explains why the addition gives the Hoosiers another valuable test before Big Ten play begins. With neutral-si...

On3’s latest quarterback and receiver rankings spark heated debate—can elite quarterback-receiver duos truly explain team success, or do inconsistencies between individual and duo rankings leave fans scratching their heads? The Locked On Big Ten Squad analyzes controversial placements: Why is Jayden Maiava ranked third among Big Ten quarterbacks, yet his top wideout drops to an honorable mention?...

Can Indiana Football really compete with college football's biggest brands? A Penn State perspective might surprise you.   In this Locked On College Football crossover, Jacob Goins of Locked On Hoosiers joins Zach Seyko of Locked On Nittany Lions for a wide-ranging discussion about Indiana Football, Penn State, recruiting, and the future of the Big Ten.   The episode begins with one of the nation'...

The biggest recruiting battle involving Indiana Football may finally be nearing its conclusion.   On today's episode of Locked On Hoosiers, Jacob Goins breaks down the latest update from five-star wide receiver Monshun Sales, whose recent social media post has Indiana fans buzzing. With a commitment announcement seemingly just around the corner, what does it mean for Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers...

What makes a championship program different from everyone else?   Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti may have just revealed the answer.   On today's episode of Locked On Hoosiers, Jacob Goins breaks down one of the most revealing comments Curt Cignetti has made since arriving in Bloomington. After leading Indiana Football to a historic College Football Playoff National Championship, Cignetti explain...

Big Ten coaching rankings ignite debate as Curt Cignetti’s meteoric rise at Indiana challenges Ryan Day’s Ohio State dominance. Can Cignetti’s underdog playbook outshine traditional powerhouses if given equal resources? The discussion also spotlights Kyle Whittingham’s consistency, questions Dan Lanning’s performance in pressure games, and evaluates where Jedd Fisch and the Washington Huskies trul...

Indiana Football is being ranked behind Oregon in the latest Big Ten power rankings from On3—but should the defending national champions really be No. 3? Jacob Goins joins Locked On Ducks and Locked On Nittany Lions to debate Oregon vs Indiana, Josh Hoover vs Dante Moore, Penn State's ranking, the new NCAA 5-and-5 eligibility rule, transfer portal changes, and what it all means for the future of c...

Indiana has long been considered the favorite to land five-star wide receiver Monshun Sales, but LSU is making a serious late push before his July commitment. Jacob Goins and recruiting expert Brian Smith discuss why LSU suddenly entered the race, what makes Sales one of the nation's best prospects, and what Indiana fans should watch as fall camp approaches.   0:00 LSU enters the Monshun Sales rac...

EA Sports College Football released its latest player ratings, and Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover was left out of the Top 10. Jacob Goins and Zach Seyko discuss whether Hoover was unfairly overlooked, react to Indiana and Penn State player ratings, and debate proposed NFL-style changes coming to college football, including transfer portal windows and offseason practice rules.   0:00 Should colleg...

Indiana Basketball has offered one of the top power forwards in the 2027 recruiting class, and Darian DeVries may have found another elite frontcourt prospect. Jacob Goins breaks down Jeremy Jenkins, why Indiana is pushing hard for the four-star recruit, and why his game resembles Julius Randle's. The episode also examines which freshmen could make an immediate impact this season and where the Hoo...

Indiana Football continues building what could become the best recruiting class in school history. Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers remain in the hunt for elite prospects including Junior Tu'upo, Monshun Sales and Jalen Brewster while continuing to build momentum on the recruiting trail.   Jacob Goins and Brian Smith discuss:   Junior Tu'upo commitment watch Monshun Sales latest Jalen Brewster updat...

Big Ten shakes up college football with the new “5 and 5” eligibility rule, setting the stage for a new era—no more endless waivers or awkward redshirt seasons. The Big 10 Squad debates whether this reform can finally bring order to the chaos. Will this bold move eliminate confusion and eight-year seniors, or just spawn fresh controversy? Illinois Fighting Illini’s win total sparks heated predicti...

College athletics may never look the same again. The NCAA has approved a new age-based eligibility model that could eliminate redshirting and place strict limits on how long athletes can compete in college sports. Jacob Goins and Zach Seyko break down: 🏈 NCAA age-based eligibility rule 🏈 What happens to redshirts? 🏈 Impact on football and basketball 🏈 Future recruiting implications 🏀 Dusty Ma...

Indiana Football may not be done recruiting. Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers are heavily involved with 4-star defensive back Junior Tu'upo, one of the top defensive backs in the 2027 recruiting class. Indiana is battling Alabama, Texas, Auburn, and Oregon for his commitment.   Jacob Goins breaks down:   🏈 Junior Tu'upo commitment watch 🏈 Indiana recruiting vs Alabama 🏈 Why Tu'upo fits Indiana's...

Indiana Football enters the 2026 season with sky-high expectations, but can Josh Hoover handle the pressure? Curt Cignetti recently said Hoover is right on pace with previous Indiana quarterbacks, but replacing a Heisman Trophy winner and leading the defending national champions is no easy task.   Jacob Goins breaks down: 🏈 Josh Hoover expectations 🏈 Curt Cignetti's latest comments 🏈 Indiana's...

Indiana Football has done it again. Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers have flipped linebacker Cain Brackney from UCLA, adding another talented defender to Indiana's rapidly growing 2027 recruiting class. Jacob Goins breaks down what Brackney brings to Indiana, why this commitment matters, and how the Hoosiers continue building momentum on the recruiting trail.   Plus:   🏈 Cain Brackney commitment an...

Indiana Football just picked up two major commitments, including highly regarded linebacker Jalaythan Mayfield, and Curt Cignetti's recruiting momentum appears to be building again. Jacob Goins breaks down Indiana's latest recruiting wins, why beating programs like Georgia and Miami matters, and what these commitments mean for the future of Indiana Football. Plus, the latest on five-star wide rece...

Big Ten powers gear up for a season of high stakes and sky-high expectations. Oregon’s fans are asking: Is this finally the year Dan Lanning leads the Ducks to a national championship? Ohio State faces questions about the Arthur Smith-led offense and Ryan Day’s fourth-quarter strategy, while USC and Washington both eye playoff runs amidst roster shakeups and the spotlight on Demond Williams’ devel...

Indiana Football recruiting continues to build momentum under Curt Cignetti, and the Hoosiers may have a hidden advantage heading into the 2026 season. Jacob Goins joins TJ Pittinger to discuss Indiana's recent recruiting success, the pursuit of elite prospects including 5-star in-state recruit Monshun Sales, and why Indiana's recruiting strategy continues to work despite criticism of class rankin...

Indiana Football could be on the verge of one of its biggest recruiting wins yet. Jacob Goins breaks down the recruitment of 4-star linebacker Jalaythan Mayfield, one of the top linebackers in the country, as Indiana battles Georgia and Miami for his commitment. Mayfield would instantly become one of the most significant additions in the 2027 recruiting class and another major statement for Curt C...

Brendan Sorsby's time at Texas Tech is officially over. Jacob Goins and Zach Seyko break down the biggest college football story of the summer as former Indiana quarterback Brendan Sorsby and Texas Tech agree to part ways following weeks of controversy surrounding his eligibility status. What role did the NCAA, the Big 12, and public pressure play in the decision, and what happens next for both So...

The Locked On Podcast Network is celebrating its 10-year anniversary, and Locked On Hoosiers is doing the same by reliving the greatest season in Indiana Football history. Jacob Goins counts down the Top 10 moments from Indiana's national championship run, from the statement victory over Illinois and the dramatic road win at Penn State to the Big Ten Championship victory over Ohio State, the Rose...

Indiana football recruiting continues to build momentum under Curt Cignetti.   Jacob Goins breaks down Indiana's latest commitment as Ohio defensive back Chris Bradley joins the Hoosiers' 2027 recruiting class. What does Bradley bring to Indiana's secondary, and why does the coaching staff believe he could become a major contributor in Bloomington?   Plus, a major recruiting rumor involving five-s...

Indiana football recruiting is heating up. After concerns surrounding the Hoosiers' 2027 recruiting class, Curt Cignetti and his staff have started adding talent and building momentum on the recruiting trail. Jacob Goins and recruiting expert Brian Smith discuss Indiana's latest commitments, why quarterback Jameson Purcell may be one of the most important additions in the class, and why running ba...

Can Indiana really repeat as national champions? Jacob Goins joins a Big Ten crossover with Locked On Nittany Lions and Locked On Ducks to discuss Athlon Sports predicting Indiana and Ohio State to meet once again in the Big Ten Championship Game. Are the Hoosiers being properly respected nationally? Can Curt Cignetti lead Indiana back to the top of the Big Ten? And does Indiana belong in the same...