Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball

The MLB Draft is finally here, and LSU Baseball fans have plenty to watch. Matt Moscona empties his notebook with exclusive intel from MLB scouts on every draft-eligible LSU signee, breaking down who's almost certainly headed to pro ball, which prospects still have a legitimate chance to make it to Baton Rouge, and the biggest wildcard in the class. Plus, a look at current Tigers facing draft deci...

LSU is preparing to unveil what officials describe as a first-of-its-kind revenue plan that could reshape not only the Tigers' athletic department, but the future of college sports. Matt Moscona breaks down the invitation sent to LSU's top 40 donors, why the meeting is being held at the Governor's Mansion, what role LSU President Dr. Wade Rousse and Gov. Jeff Landry are playing, and what this myst...

SEC quarterback rankings heat up as Trinidad Chambliss, Gunner Stockton, and Arch Manning battle for the top spot. Can Chambliss maintain his edge, or will Stockton’s playoff pedigree put him over the top? The conversation focused on key quarterback prospects from Ole Miss, Georgia, Texas, Oklahoma, and Missouri, and how newcomers like Austin Simmons and Keelon Russell could shake up the top 10. T...

LSU athletic director Verge Ausberry is pulling back the curtain on one of the biggest coaching hires in college football history. In an in-depth interview with Tyrann Mathieu, Ausberry reveals how former LSU stars Ryan Clark, Booger McFarland and Marcus Spears helped convince Lane Kiffin to leave Ole Miss, why their interview lasted just 80 minutes, and why the decision had nothing to do with mon...

Jayden Anding is officially an LSU Tiger. Matt Moscona breaks down the four-star safety's commitment, why beating Ole Miss was significant, how Anding fits into LSU's loaded safety room, and what's next for the Tigers' 2027 recruiting class. Plus, the latest on five-star targets Jalen Brewster and Easton Royal, and why comments from Ahmad Hudson have LSU fans paying attention. Support Us By Suppor...

The race for five-star wide receiver Easton Royal is reaching the finish line. Matt Moscona breaks down why LSU has emerged as a serious threat to flip the nation's No. 1 receiver from Texas, what "decision mode" means for the Tigers, and how Lane Kiffin is battling Texas and Florida for one of the biggest commitments of the 2027 recruiting cycle. Plus, the latest on Jayden Anding's recruitment an...

More attrition is hitting LSU Baseball as longtime commitment CJ Weinstein flips to UCLA and coveted Michigan left-hander Shane Brinham commits to Vanderbilt instead of LSU. What do those losses mean for Jay Johnson's roster? We break down LSU's roster crunch, why the Tigers may need even more attrition before the season, and how the new 34-man roster limit is reshaping college baseball roster man...

LSU could be closing in on the biggest recruiting victory of the Lane Kiffin era. Matt Moscona breaks down the report that No. 1 overall prospect Jalen Brewster is expected to decommit from Texas Tech and why LSU has emerged as the favorite to land the elite defensive tackle. Matt also explains the recruiting dynamics behind the report, what Brewster's behind-the-scenes official visit video reveal...

Jay Johnson's transfer portal haul keeps getting stronger. Matt Moscona breaks down LSU landing Oregon Freshman All-American outfielder Angel Laya, what makes him such a perfect fit for the Tigers, and how he completes a completely rebuilt outfield alongside Bino Watters and Jason Wachs. Plus, a look at USF right-hander Kaden Smith, where he fits into LSU's pitching staff, and why this portal clas...

LSU scored a huge recruiting win by flipping four-star defensive back Greedy James from Texas, but the story goes much deeper than one commitment. Matt Moscona explains why Corey Raymond continues to prove he's one of college football's premier defensive back recruiters, why LSU projects James as a cornerback despite his safety ranking, and what this commitment says about Lane Kiffin's long-term r...

LSU's 2027 recruiting class is entering a pivotal stretch. Matt Moscona breaks down why Jayden Anding delayed his commitment, why LSU is trending for Greedy James, the latest on Davion Jones, and where the Tigers stand with five-star stars Easton Royal and Jalen Brewster. Plus, what Lane Kiffin's recruiting philosophy reveals about LSU's approach to high school recruiting in the NIL era and why th...

The Walter Camp Foundation has released its preseason All-America team, and two LSU Tigers made the list. Matt Moscona explains why Trey'Dez Green's first-team selection and Jordan Seaton's second-team honor are more than preseason hype. What do these recognitions say about Lane Kiffin's offense, LSU's expectations in 2026, and the Tigers' chances to compete for an SEC championship and College Foo...

Is LSU quarterback commit Peyton "Pop" Houston on the verge of earning five-star status? Matt Moscona is joined by recruiting analyst Brian Smith to break down Houston's dominant showing at The Opening, why he may be the perfect fit for Lane Kiffin's offense, and what it means for LSU's future. Plus, the latest on LSU's pursuit of five-star recruits Jalen Brewster and Easton Royal, Ed Orgeron's im...

Nathaniel Davis is officially headed to LSU after withdrawing from the MLB Draft, giving Jay Johnson one of the biggest recruiting wins of the offseason. Matt Moscona explains why the elite center field prospect is such a game-changer, how he fits into LSU's loaded 2027 roster, and why his decision could reshape the Tigers' outfield. Plus, the latest LSU Baseball transfer portal news, including up...

Trinidad Chambliss is pushing back on Lane Kiffin. The Ole Miss quarterback publicly responded to Kiffin's controversial Vanity Fair comments about recruiting to Oxford, saying his experience with the Rebels and the community was nothing but positive. Matt Moscona breaks down Chambliss' remarks, explains why they may miss the original point Kiffin was making, and what the exchange says about recru...

Five-star Louisiana offensive lineman Albert Simien is headed to Notre Dame instead of LSU, but is this really a recruiting loss? Matt Moscona explains why Lane Kiffin and LSU are taking a completely different approach to roster building in the NIL era. Rather than paying premium dollars for freshman offensive linemen who may not play immediately, LSU is investing in experienced transfers and mult...

LSU baseball's transfer portal activity isn't slowing down. Matt Moscona breaks down the surprise departure of freshman right-hander Marcos Paz, why Texas A&M has emerged as the favorite to land the former top prospect, and what his exit means for Jay Johnson's pitching staff heading into 2027. Plus, Oklahoma freshman outfielder Alec Blair is one of the most intriguing names left in the portal. Af...

Ty Benefield is officially on the national radar. Matt Moscona reacts to ESPN ranking LSU's transfer safety as the No. 6 defensive player in college football after surveying coaches, scouts and personnel executives. What makes Benefield so special, why Blake Baker believes he can anchor LSU's defense, and how the transfer portal helped LSU land one of the nation's top defenders. Plus, Matt explain...

NCAA shakes up college football with sweeping eligibility changes and new scheduling proposals—could this signal the end of the wild “super senior” era? Lawsuits erupt as players like Missouri’s Sean Phillips Jr. challenge the five-for-five age-based eligibility model, while SEC insiders argue the need for simpler, ironclad rules. The SEC Squad breaks down how revised practice calendars, possible...

LSU is entering the most important stretch of the 2027 recruiting cycle, and Matt Moscona is joined by Shea Dixon of On3 to break down exactly where the Tigers stand with five-star targets. From Easton Royal and Monshun Sales at wide receiver to Jalen Brewster, Anthony Sweeney and Albert Simien, get the latest intel on LSU's biggest recruiting battles. Plus, why Gary Burney Jr.'s commitment doesn'...

Whit Weeks sat down with LSU legend Tyrann Mathieu on In The Bayou , and the conversation offered a revealing look inside the Tigers' program under new head coach Lane Kiffin. Matt Moscona breaks down the biggest takeaways, including Weeks' thoughts on Kiffin's attention to detail, the culture being built in Baton Rouge, and why LSU's defense could be ahead of schedule entering the 2026 season. Pl...

Dusty May's stunning departure from Michigan has opened a 15-day transfer portal window for the Wolverines, and one name immediately stands out: Elliott Cadeau. The former five-star recruit, North Carolina transfer, and Final Four Most Outstanding Player could suddenly become one of the most coveted players in college basketball. On today's episode, Matt Moscona breaks down why Cadeau is a name LS...

Matt Moscona reacts to reports that LSU is pursuing Oregon freshman All-American Angel Laya, one of the top remaining players in the transfer portal. Would Laya be the final piece of Jay Johnson's roster rebuild, and what would his addition mean for LSU's projected opening day lineup? Matt breaks down where Laya fits alongside Bino Waters, Jason Wachs, Cade Curlin, Steven Milam, Omar Serna, Aaron...

LSU added another commitment to its 2027 recruiting class, flipping Louisiana wide receiver Gary Burney from Houston following a huge official visit weekend in Baton Rouge. Matt Moscona explains why the Tigers targeted Burney, what his commitment says about Lane Kiffin's recruiting philosophy, and why LSU appears to be prioritizing roster depth and player development in the NIL era. Matt also brea...

Derek Curiel is climbing MLB Draft boards and could soon join some of the most exclusive company in LSU baseball history. Matt Moscona breaks down the latest projections from top draft analysts, what Curiel's rise means for the Tigers, and why a return to Baton Rouge is no longer realistic. Plus, updates on Jake Brown, Devin Sheeran, and Santiago Garcia as the draft approaches. Matt also dives int...