Locked On Jayhawks - Daily Podcast On Kansas Jayhawks Football & Basketball

Kansas Jayhawks Basketball: Poised for a Comeback? Bill Self's Recruiting Coup Sparks Excitement Can the Jayhawks reclaim their Big 12 dominance? Isaac Shade and Derek Johnson analyze Kansas' roster overhaul, featuring freshman phenom Darryn Peterson - hailed by Bill Self as his best recruit ever. The duo breaks down key additions like Hunter Dickinson, dissects a brutal non-conference schedule, a...

Kansas Jayhawks Football downs UCF with clutch defensive performance. Biggest takeaways from the win for KU, including if they need to run the ball more, 3rd down and red zone play, as well as that defensive turnaround in the second half. Derek Johnson breaks down the Jayhawks' impressive 27-20 victory, highlighting key defensive stops and evolving offensive strategies. The discussion covers Jalon...

Kansas Jayhawks basketball lands another top recruit. Is Bill Self building a championship-caliber roster for 2026-2027 with Davion Adkins, Taylen Kinney and more? The Jayhawks secure a commitment from Davion Adkins, a 4-star center, top 3 center and top-35 player in the 2026 class. Host Derek Johnson breaks down Adkins' impressive skillset, comparing him to current Kansas big man Flory Bidunga. T...

Kansas Jayhawks stun UCF with clutch second-half defensive stand. Is this the turning point for KU football's bowl game aspirations? Dive into the game-changing moments of Kansas' 27-20 victory, from the crucial goal-line stop to Jalon Daniels' heroics. Unpack the statistical breakdown revealing UCF's offensive collapse and KU's defensive resurgence. Key players like Cam Pickett, Leshon Williams,...

Kansas Jayhawks Basketball's recruiting game reaches new heights. Is Bill Self building a dynasty through the Overtime Elite pipeline? The Jayhawks land another five-star recruit in Javon Bardwell, solidifying their connection with Overtime Elite after previously adding Taylen Kinney, Kohl Rosario, Bryson Tiller, Samis Calderon and more. Host Derek Johnson breaks down the implications of this grow...

Kansas Jayhawks basketball lands another 5-star recruit. Will Javon Bardwell's commitment reshape KU's future? Bill Self's recruiting hot streak continues as the Jayhawks secure Javon Bardwell, a top-tier prospect for the class of 2027. Derek Johnson breaks down Bardwell's impressive skillset, recent growth spurt, and potential impact on Kansas basketball. The discussion covers KU's recruiting mom...

Kansas Jayhawks Football Faces Crucial Test Against UCF. Can They Overcome Recent Struggles and Secure a Victory? Derek Johnson breaks down the keys for a Kansas win, highlighting offensive efficiency and turnover management as critical factors. The host analyzes players to watch, including Calvin Clements and Lyrik Rawls for Kansas, while spotlighting UCF's explosive receiver Duane Thomas. Johnso...

Could the Utah Utes be set up for a championship run in the Big 12? Recapping the conference chaos from Week 5, what's happening with the BYU Cougars, Texas Tech Red Raiders and much more!   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNQsWmyf0LCFUKr01QZ2LQ     Locked On College Football Podcast https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-college-football/   Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketba...

Kansas Jayhawks Football faces a pivotal moment as they clash with UCF in a make-or-break game for bowl eligibility. Can the Jayhawks secure a crucial road win against the Knights? Derek Johnson breaks down the high-stakes matchup, analyzing injury reports, UCF's offensive firepower, and key statistical battles. The discussion covers the absences of Daniel Hishaw, Mason Ellis and for the first hal...

Kansas Jayhawks Basketball lands coveted recruit Trent Perry. Will this 4-star with a 7-foot-1 wingspan wing player be the next diamond in the rough addition for Bill Self and KU? Host Derek Johnson breaks down Perry's commitment, analyzing his potential impact on the Jayhawks' future. From Perry's four-star status to Bill Self's evolving recruiting strategy, Johnson explores how this Dallas nativ...

The Kansas Jayhawks face off against the UCF Knights with both teams looking to bounceback after losses. Will the Knights' home-field advantage at the Bounce House be enough to secure victory, or can KU find magic in one-score games? And how important will the matchups of offensive vs defensive lines be? Derek Johnson crosses over with Locked On UCF to break down the key matchups, focusing on UCF'...

Kansas Jayhawks basketball recruiting takes center stage. Is Bill Self shifting gears to become the next one-and-done factory? Derek Johnson breaks down the Jayhawks' recent high-profile commitments, including Taylen Kinney, the top 2026 point guard. He analyzes Self's potential recruiting strategy shift, focusing on freshmen over transfers. The impact of new assistant coaches Jacque Vaughn and To...

Kansas Jayhawks football faces crossroads after Cincinnati setback. Can they salvage their bowl game dreams? Derek Johnson dissects the Jayhawks' 37-34 loss to the Bearcats, spotlighting defensive woes and offensive bright spots. Key discussions include Jalon Daniels' 400-yard passing performance, the team's struggles in late-down situations, and individual standouts like Leshon Williams, Blake He...

Kansas Jayhawks Basketball lands five-star recruit Taylen Kinney for 2026. Is this the start of one of Bill Self's best recruiting class ever? Derek Johnson breaks down Kinney's commitment, highlighting his impressive stats from Overtime Elite and potential impact on the Jayhawks' future as the top ranked point guard in the class. The discussion covers a scouting report of Kinney's playmaking abil...

Kansas Jayhawks football falls short again in a close game. Can they overcome their one-score game curse for the rest of the season after a 37-34 home loss to the Cincinnati Bearcats? Derek Johnson breaks down the Jayhawks' heartbreaking 37-34 loss to Cincinnati, analyzing Jalon Daniels' impressive 445-yard, 4-touchdown performance and the defense's struggles. Key topics include Kansas' offensive...

Will Taylen Kinney, the top-rated point guard in the class of 2026, commit to the Kansas Jayhawks? The basketball world awaits his Sunday announcement as KU emerges as a strong contender alongside Arkansas and Louisville. Host Derek Johnson breaks down Kinney's impressive skillset and potential impact on the Jayhawks' future roster. The discussion explores how this five-star recruit could reshape...

Kansas Jayhawks football faces crucial test against Cincinnati Bearcats. Can Jalon Daniels lead KU to victory in this battle between Lance Leipold and Scott Satterfield? Host Derek Johnson breaks down the keys for a Kansas win, highlighting the importance of a consistent passing game and strong run defense. The discussion covers standout players to watch, including KU's Leshon Williams and Cincinn...

Last week was an absolute chaotic carnival in Big 12 football, delivering a series of shocking results, major upsets, and significant shifts in the conference hierarchy. If you thought the league was wide open before, Week 4 blew the doors off the competition.   Here is a breakdown of how wild the week was:   1. The Preseason Favorite Crumbles The biggest story of the weekend was the complete dism...

Kansas Jayhawks face tough test against the Cincinnati Bearcats. Can Lance Leipold's squad overcome their toughest Big 12 opponent yet? Derek Johnson breaks down the crucial matchup, analyzing key players like Brendan Sorsby and Jalon Daniels. The discussion covers injury reports such as to Daniel Hishaw and Mason Ellis, Cincinnati's offensive strengths, and Kansas' defensive challenges. Johnson h...

Kansas Jayhawks football faces pivotal Big 12 clash against Cincinnati Bearcats. Will Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce make a surprise appearance in Lawrence? Hosts Derek Johnson and Jeff Carr break down the Jayhawks' offensive firepower led by Jalon Daniels against Cincinnati's top-ranked offensive line. Key matchups include Kansas' defense vs. Bearcats QB Brendan Sorsby, and how Lance Leipold's str...

Kansas Jayhawks football stuns West Virginia with a dominant 41-10 victory. Is this the turning point for KU's gridiron resurgence? Are they a true Big 12 title contender? And do they have a KILLER INSTINCT? Host Derek Johnson and guest Henry Greenstein, of the Lawrence Journal-World and KUSports.com, break down the Jayhawks' impressive win, highlighting standout performances from Leshon Williams...

KU Football's Running Game Dominates West Virginia. Can They Keep the Momentum Against Cincinnati? Derek Johnson breaks down the Kansas Jayhawks' impressive victory, highlighting their potent ground attack and game-changing special teams play. The discussion covers standout performances from Leshon Williams and Emmanuel Henderson, while addressing the team's third-down conversion struggles. Johnso...

Kansas Jayhawks dominate West Virginia 41-10 in Big 12 opener. Can they maintain this momentum against Cincinnati and for the rest of conference play? Derek Johnson breaks down the Jayhawks' impressive victory, highlighting key plays and standout performances. The discussion covers Kansas' stifling defense, Emmanuel Henderson's game-changing kick return, and Leshon Williams' crucial fumble recover...

Kansas Jayhawks football faces a crucial test against West Virginia. Can the Jayhawks' defense contain the Mountaineers' explosive offense in this battle of Lance Leipold vs Rich Rodriguez? Host Derek Johnson breaks down the keys to victory for KU, highlighting the importance of tackling and pass protection. He analyzes WVU's up-tempo attack, led by quarterback Nicco Marchiol and running back Tye...

Week 3 was  a wild ride for the Big 12 and Week 4 is also going to be one to watch. The Utah Utes vs the Texas Tech Red Raiders leads the slate, the future of Mike Gundy at Oklahoma State is unclear, Drake Toll made a brave TCU Horned Frogs bet and much more!   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNQsWmyf0LCFUKr01QZ2LQ     Locked On College Football Podcast https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/lock...