Locked On Kentucky - Daily Podcast On Kentucky Wildcats Football & Basketball

Why are the Louisville Cardinals preseason favorites over the Kentucky Wildcats? Lance Dawe dissects Bart Torvik's surprising preseason prediction, comparing rosters and challenging analytics. The host explores Kentucky's defensive potential, highlighting comments from Jayden Quaintance and Kam Williams on the team's length and switching ability. Dawe analyzes efficiency rankings, projecting Kentu...

Could Nick Saban make a shocking return to college football? The Kentucky Wildcats could be an unexpected potential landing spot for the legendary coach. Lance Dawe explores the intriguing possibility of Saban taking the helm in Lexington, breaking down why Kentucky's financial muscle and unique challenges might appeal to the coaching icon. The discussion covers the program's ability to compete in...

Big 12 Media Days Shake Up College Football Landscape. Is a new era of NIL deals and conference realignment on the horizon? Parker Ainsworth, Jake Hatch, and JT Worcestershill break down the biggest stories from Frisco, Texas. The hosts analyze Joey Maguire's call for player contracts, Brett Yormark's firm stance on playoff formats, and the debate over Big 12's depth. Key topics include the enforc...

La Familia is ready to rock The Basketball Tournament for a second straight season. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe previews La Familia's roster for TBT in 2025. Willie Cauley-Stein is back, as is Kerem Kanter, Andrew Harrison, and Aaron Harrison - but there's also some surprising newcomers. Including Ansley Almonor, Khalil Whitney... and Jesser? Also, if Kentucky basketball m...

Could we be undervaluing what Braydon Hawthorne can bring to the table in his first season with the Kentucky Wildcats? On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses what Braydon Hawthorne's value to Kentucky basketball could be in year one. Also, Dawe goes over his five favorite Kentucky basketball NCAA Tournament games since the start of the John Calipari era. Support Us By Suppo...

Are Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats about to miss on 5-star guard Jason Crowe Jr? On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses the latest surrounding Jason Crowe Jr, who is announcing a commitment on July 18th. According to Joe Tipton, the Wildcats are no longer the frontrunner - the Missouri Tigers are. Also, Mark Stoops lands 4-star quarterback Matt Ponatoski, and Jasper Jo...

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...

Are the Kentucky Wildcats secretly hiding the BEST shooter in the country on their bench? On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses Jaland Lowe's recent comments about Trent Noah - the best shooter he's ever seen. If Noah isn't the best shooter on the team, could it be Jasper Johnson, Collin Chandler, or Kam Williams? Also, what are the most recent updates on Tay Kinney and Ca...

The Kentucky Wildcats were blessed to have two players drafted during the 2025 NBA Draft, and two players signed to deals. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses Koby Brea, Amari Williams, Lamont Butler, and Andrew Carr all signing deals with the Phoenix Suns, Boston Celtics, Atlanta Hawks, and Portland Trail Blazers. Also, Coach Pope's success in year one - specifically in...

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...

Could Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats somehow be better this season than we expect them to be? On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses Denzel Aberdeen and Mo Dioubate's quotes about Kentucky basketball. The defense will be much improved for the Wildcats - and because of that, UK's ceiling is sky high. How will Dioubate, Aberdeen, Jayden Quaintance, and Otega Oweh impact...

Should Jasper Johnson start for the Kentucky Wildcats this upcoming season? On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses whether or not Kentucky basketball should start five-star freshman Jasper Johnson. Also, is this team truly capable of winning number nine? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app,...

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...

The Kentucky Wildcats are about to get a visit from one of the best point guards in the 2026 recruiting class. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses 5-star Taylen Kinney and his scheduled visit with Kentucky basketball. Mark Pope is clearly working his magic out in Colorado as he coaches the Team USA U19 team, and Kinney has scheduled a visit. Also, what's one thing we'd l...

Kentucky basketball freshman Malachi Moreno was injured during Team USA U19 training camp. But there's no reason to worry, Wildcats fans. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses the latest with Mark Pope, Jasper Johnson, and Malachi Moreno out with Team USA. Also, summer practices have started - and Otega Oweh and Brandon Garrison have some interesting quotes. Support Us By...

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...

The Kentucky Wildcats got the matchup they were asking for: They will play the North Carolina Tar Heels in the SEC/ACC Challenge. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses Kentucky basketball playing UNC, as well as the loaded non-conference slate as a whole. Also, Tyran Stokes, the No. 1 overall player in the 2026 recruiting class, silently took an official visit with Mark Po...

The Kentucky Wildcats should have their hands full when the new look Indiana Hoosiers come to Rupp Arena later this year. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe is joined by Jacob Goins of Locked On Hoosiers to take a look at both squads. The Hoosiers, led by new head coach Darian DeVries, are top-25 caliber and will give Mark Pope and Co. a run for their money in a renewed rivalry s...

SEC football shakeup: Alabama player's bold Vanderbilt comments spark controversy. Is this the new era of player-media interactions? Hosts dissect Ryan Williams' "ant" analogy for Vanderbilt and its potential impact on team motivation. The conversation shifts to Brian Smith's contentious coach recruiting rankings, with surprising inclusions like Hugh Freeze at #7. ESPN's Football Power Index predi...

Sananda Fru just straight up lied about what former Kentucky Wildcats player Tre Mitchell had to say about the Louisville Cardinals. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe addresses Sananda Fru's lie about Tre Mitchell and Kentucky basketball. Also, does Mark Pope have "too good" of a team? And the Wildcats are national championship contenders. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!...

Mark Pope and Kentucky basketball have had the best offseason out of any team in college basketball. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe explains why the Kentucky Wildcats have had the best offseason of any college basketball team, and it primarily has to do with the addition of one player: Jayden Quaintance. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of you...

The Kentucky Wildcats are primed and ready to compete for a national title in year two under Mark Pope. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe grades each offseason addition for Kentucky basketball - from Jasper Johnson, Jayden Quaintance, Mo Dioubate, Andrija Jelavic, and more. Dawe also explains why expectations to compete for a college basketball NCAA tournament title are legitima...

Is the NCAA losing its grip on college football? Greg Sankey's bold comments have sparked a debate about the future of the Southeastern Conference (SEC) and its potential independence. With the SEC's power growing, what does this mean for the college football playoff system and the traditional rivalries we hold dear? Join Zach Blackerby, Stephen Willis, and other experts as they dissect Sankey's s...

Otega Oweh is officially back for Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses Otega Oweh's return and what it means for Kentucky basketball. The Wildcats are going to be a preseason top 10 team in college basketball with Oweh back leading the charge for one more season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your...

Otega Oweh is about to announce whether or not he's returning for the Kentucky Wildcats, or if he's staying in the NBA Draft. Also, is Jasper Johnson one of the five best players on this roster - and does he deserve to start? How would Mark Pope handle the rotation if the 5-star freshman was the starting shooting guard? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your fina...