Locked On Louisville - Daily Podcast On Louisville Cardinals Football & Basketball

A recent report from 247Sports reveals that 2027 four-star power forward Aaron Webb wants to take an official visit to Louisville. Dalton Pence breaks down Webb’s potential fit, the evolving recruiting strategy in the new 5-for-5 era, and which top prospects could join Ferlandes Wright in the Cardinals' 2027 class. Switching to football, concerns mount after the Cardinals lose two four-star commit...

Miami Hurricanes quarterback Darian Mensah emerges as a potential No. 1 pick in the 2027 NFL Draft—can he lead Miami to an ACC title and redefine the conference quarterback standard? The ACC Squad breaks down ACC kickoff storylines, conference branding strategies, and Yahoo Sports’ surprising ACC quarterback rankings. The crew debates the impact of Monster Energy’s Big 12 sponsorship and examines...

Louisville Cardinals basketball recruiting heats up as five-star prospects Reese Alston, Moussa Kamissoko, DeMarcus Henry, and King Gibson emerge as top priorities. Can Louisville beat programs like Houston, North Carolina, and Ohio State for these elite talents? With the Cardinals gearing up for a critical preseason trip to the Bahamas, Dalton Pence examines how extra practices could accelerate t...

The Louisville Cardinals will enter the 2026 season with their deepest and most talented running backs room yet in the Jeff Brohm era—can Isaac Brown emerge as a legitimate Heisman candidate? Dalton Pence spotlights Brown’s explosive potential and the impact of team success on national recognition. Key coverage includes Keyjuan Brown’s rise as a top ACC running back and why other players such as M...

Lincoln Kienholz gears up to lead the Louisville Cardinals as a first-year starter—could a College Football Playoff run be in the cards? Dalton Pence and Grant Mulligan analyze how Kienholz’s dual-threat abilities and impressive leadership could unlock Jeff Brohm’s most talented roster yet. The duo offers projections for Kienholz’s stats, examines backup quarterback Davin Wydner's potential, and h...

ACC football faces a seismic shift as the NCAA’s new 5-in-5 eligibility rule promises major advantages for teams like Miami, NC State, and Duke. Could seasoned veterans and enhanced player development help the ACC challenge SEC dominance? The ACC Squad dissects the impact, spotlighting how standout programs can leverage senior-heavy rosters—including Miami’s Mark Fletcher Jr., Duke’s Nate Sheppard...

Louisville Cardinals basketball intensifies its 2027 recruiting push as five-star center Darius Wabbington adds Louisville to his final six, with an official visit scheduled for September. Dalton Pence discusses Pat Kelsey's evolving recruiting strategy, spotlighting top 2028 local prospects Josh Lindsay and Jordan Mitchell.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for inform...

Louisville Cardinals' playoff hopes hinge on one revealing stat—can Jeff Brohm’s squad finally capitalize in crunch time? Dalton Pence spotlights ESPN’s David Hale’s eye-opening metric: Louisville has been in position to win late in 37 of Brohm’s 40 games, yet a pattern of missed late-game opportunities has kept the Cardinals from their first College Football Playoff appearance. Are close losses a...

Louisville Cardinals’ recruiting efforts surge after Mikel Brown Jr. is selected sixth overall in the NBA Draft—can Pat Kelsey’s program land top 2027 combo guard Josh Tyson? Dalton Pence breaks down Tyson’s potential visit, the Cincinnati connection, and how recent NBA Draft success will reshape the Cardinals’ pitch to elite prospects. The episode shifts focus to key football storylines as Dalton...

ACC head coaches see their rankings upended as Mario Cristobal surges to the top, while Clemson’s Dabo Swinney falls to third—raising eyebrows across college football. Can Virginia Tech’s James Franklin justify his controversial second-place ranking after a recent firing? The ACC squad breaks down Andy Staples’ latest coaching power list, debating surprising placements for Manny Diaz at Duke, Bren...

The NCAA’s new 5-for-5 eligibility rule reshapes the college sports landscape. Could this mean extended careers for Louisville players like Jackson Shelstad and De'Shayne Montgomery? Dalton Pence breaks down how Pat Kelsey’s basketball program stands to benefit the most, spotlighting roster continuity and enhanced NIL opportunities that may keep top players in Louisville uniforms longer than expec...

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Dalton Pence explains why Louisville running back Isaac Brown will be an All-American in 2026. He also reacts to Phil Steele's Preseason All-ACC Team and discusses which Cardinals made the cut (Clev Lubin, Tre Richardson, Koen Entringer, Stanquan Clark, etc). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dalton Pence and Grant Mulligan give their bold predictions/hot takes for the 2026 college football season. Will the Louisville Cardinals have one of the best pass rush units in the ACC? How great will the duo of Isaac and Keyjuan Brown be? What would a win over Ole Miss mean for Jeff Brohm's team? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection a...

With June 16th being the 10-year anniversary of the launch of the Locked On Podcast Network, Dalton Pence ranks the top-10 games/moments for the Louisville Cardinals over the past decade. Find out which top games made the list! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dalton Pence identifies the 2027 basketball recruits that the Louisville Cardinals watched at the NBPA Top 100 camp: Reese Alston CJ Rosser DeMarcus Henry TJ Jamison Moussa Kamissoko Chase Lumpkin And more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Texas Tech storms into the spotlight as college football’s ultimate villain following the Brendan Sorsby gambling injunction. With Sorsby facing only a two-game suspension despite over 9,000 bets—including wagers against his own Indiana Hoosiers—ACC experts question whether the NCAA still has any authority and if the integrity of the sport is at risk. Is this the moment the SEC and Big Ten finally...

Dalton Pence discusses Louisville Men's Basketball schedule updates: season opener, Cincinnati game in jeopardy, etc. He also talks about three new football commits for the Cardinals' program: offensive lineman Kyson Mallard, safety Keontay Toomer, and linebacker Darrian Tomlin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal d...

Dalton Pence reacts to the Louisville Cardinals drawing the Texas Longhorns in the ACC/SEC challenge. He also discusses the second key football recruiting weekend of the summer.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Louisville Cardinals target their first College Football Playoff appearance in 2026—can Jeff Brohm’s squad capitalize with a favorable schedule? Dalton Pence breaks down the most realistic pathways: winning the ACC Championship secures an automatic bid, but new factors like the “Notre Dame clause” and the shifting landscape of at-large spots raise the pressure to control their own destiny. Hos...

ACC teams are facing a staggering $55 million average net operating loss, fueling urgent questions about the future of college sports. Will massive booster contributions and student fees be enough to sustain programs as the financial gap between the ACC, SEC, and Big Ten grows? The ACC Squad unpacks NCAA fiscal reports, dissect the sustainability of the current funding model, and debate the potent...

Dalton Pence discusses two 2027 basketball prospects that the Louisville Cardinals have been linked to: five-star small forward DeMarcus Henry and four-star shooting guard Chase Lumpkin. He also talks about Tim Austing being hired as a special assistant to Pat Kelsey.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for ad...

The Louisville Cardinals bolster their 2027 recruiting class with a standout commitment from four-star running back A.J. Tillman Jr. Dalton Pence breaks down Tillman’s potential impact and reveals why running backs coach Chris Barclay was the critical factor in landing this top-400 national prospect. The conversation turns to ACC buzz as anonymous conference coaches weigh in on Louisville’s trajec...

Louisville Cardinals ramp up their pursuit of elite point guard talent as four-star prospect TJ Jamison emerges as a key 2027 target. Can Pat Kelsey outmaneuver programs like Alabama, Arkansas, and LSU for the explosive Louisiana playmaker? Dalton Pence spotlights Jamison's recruiting journey, skillset, and what sets Louisville’s system apart for top guards. Pence also unpacks crucial updates to t...

ACC football recruiting faces a shock as North Carolina stalls under Bill Belichick—no four-star recruits and uncertainty swirling around the program’s direction. Is Belichick’s NFL pedigree enough, or are systemic issues holding the Tar Heels back from their “sleeping giant” potential? Analysts debate UNC’s future, the impact of key administrative missteps, and whether a coaching change is the an...