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

Lane Kiffin is already buzzing about LSU’s emerging stars this spring. The Tigers’ head coach praised Trey’Dez Green’s “elite” skillset and mindset, putting transfer standouts Ty Benefield and Jordan Seaton in that same tier. We hear from all three players after meeting with the media and break down how each could impact LSU’s 2026 season. Plus, Whit Weeks provides an update on his injury and expl...

LSU delivered its most electric win of the season, storming back from a 7-0 deficit to beat Kentucky 17-10 and take the series at Alex Box Stadium. In this episode of Locked on LSU , we break down a game that had everything—early disaster, offensive fireworks, dugout tension and a signature moment from Seth Dardar. His go-ahead three-run homer, punctuated by a towering bat flip, capped a furious r...

LSU’s spring takes a major hit as Gabe Reliford suffers a torn ACL, likely sidelining the redshirt sophomore for the 2026 season. We break down what happened, the expected recovery timeline and whether a late-season return is realistic. Then we zoom out to the bigger picture—LSU’s completely rebuilt EDGE room under Lane Kiffin. With so many new faces, how does this injury reshape the depth chart?...

LSU’s third spring practice brought the pads — and a much more physical edge. On today’s episode, we break down everything we saw from the Tigers’ first padded workout of the spring, including a new-look first team on both sides of the ball. Landen Clark continues to run with the ones, Harlem Berry gets his shot with the top unit and brings some attitude, and the tempo under Lane Kiffin is already...

Four years after firing him for cause, LSU has brought Will Wade back—and it’s one of the most stunning moves in college basketball. On today’s episode of Locked on LSU , we react to Wade’s return and explain why he’s uniquely positioned to reignite a disengaged fanbase and restore energy to the program. Wade has always won, and LSU is betting that matters more than anything else. We also break do...

SEC contenders face massive spring questions—will quarterback battles and revamped offenses reshape the conference race? From Alabama’s search for its next offensive leader under Kalen DeBoer to South Carolina’s focus on health and offensive line depth, key programs tackle depth chart uncertainty and new coaching dynamics. Texas A&M, Auburn, Florida, and Oklahoma debut new coordinators, while Geor...

Spring Practice No. 2 is in the books for LSU Tigers football, and we’re already getting meaningful clues about how Lane Kiffin is shaping this roster. On today’s episode, we break down the first-team offense and defense from 11-on-11 work, including Landon Clark running with the 1s at quarterback , a revamped offensive line, and a defensive front loaded with portal talent like Princewill Umanmiel...

Will Wade’s return to LSU is gaining serious momentum. Despite NC State’s push to keep him, all signs are pointing toward Baton Rouge. We break down why NC State may be the better job on paper, but LSU could be the better fit for Wade — especially with alignment from Dr. Wade Rousse and Heath Schroyer potentially in place. Plus, we revisit Wade’s controversial exit, why LSU fans never abandoned hi...

Lane Kiffin met with the media after Day 1 of LSU spring practice, and his comments gave real insight into where this team stands to open the spring. For the first time in program history, LSU is replacing every scholarship quarterback—and in Kiffin’s high-tempo system, that’s the engine of the entire offense. We break down how the new QBs are handling the pace, communication, and decision-making,...

LSU shook off a brutal first inning and turned it into a blowout. The Tigers surrendered two runs early with walks and sloppy defense before the offense erupted for 15 runs in a run-rule win over Louisiana Tech. Matt breaks down the response at the plate, including Zach Yorke’s two-homer night, Derek Curiel’s clutch extra-base hits, and a lineup that consistently produced hard contact. You’ll also...

The Lane Kiffin era at LSU takes the practice field for the first time, and we’ve got a full report from Day 1 of spring workouts in Baton Rouge. We break down everything we saw during media viewing, including a key update on Sam Leavitt as he works back from injury and what his limited participation means for the quarterback competition. You’ll hear how Husan Longstreet and Landen Clark rotated,...

Returning production has long been one of the most trusted metrics in college football—but the 2025 College Football Playoff may have just blown that up. The national champion ranked 38th in returning production. Clemson was No. 1 and went 7-6. Miami ranked 60th and played for the title. So what changed? In the transfer portal era, it’s no longer about what you return—it’s about what you add. We b...

LSU spring football is underway, and all eyes are on Year 1 under Lane Kiffin. In this episode, we break down a full preview of the Tigers heading into spring, starting with an offense that faces major questions. LSU returns just ONE catch at wide receiver from 2025 and must rebuild an offensive line that brings back only center Braelin Moore as a starter. How quickly can Kiffin install his system...

LSU let a series slip away at Alex Box—and it’s going to linger. The Tigers dropped Game 3 to Oklahoma, 4-3, after a brutal eighth inning that turned on a missed double play ball and spiraled into the go-ahead run. LSU had control early, but defensive miscues and a quiet offense ultimately cost them. In this episode, we break down: The eighth inning meltdown and costly error Jay Johnson’s decision...

LSU drops Game 2 to Oklahoma, 4-2, but the bigger story is the health of Cooper Moore. The Tigers’ No. 2 starter exited in the fifth inning after spiking a fastball and grabbing at his right arm. Jay Johnson offered some optimism postgame, but LSU now awaits imaging with major implications for the weekend—and the season. On the field, LSU had opportunities and couldn’t cash in. The Tigers went 1-f...

LSU got exactly what it needed Thursday night—and it came in dominant fashion. Casan Evans delivered the best outing of his career, striking out 15 and completely shutting down Oklahoma in a 7-1 win at Alex Box Stadium. The sophomore had everything working—fastball command, a sharp breaking ball and a disappearing changeup—as the Sooners had no answers all night. Meanwhile, LSU took full advantage...

2026 SEC football win totals spark fierce debate—can Georgia and Texas clear 10 wins in a newly expanded nine-game SEC slate? Chris Gordy and the SEC Squad break down FanDuel’s early win projections, scrutinizing playoff favorites Georgia Bulldogs and Texas Longhorns. Heated analysis covers Alabama’s transition under Kalen DeBoer, Lane Kiffin’s high-stakes season with LSU, and whether Oklahoma, Ol...

Lane Kiffin continues to build out his LSU staff, and the latest move sends a loud message: the Tigers are all-in. Kiffin is set to reunite with Tee Martin, bringing his former USC assistant to Baton Rouge. With deep recruiting roots across the SEC footprint—from Tennessee and Kentucky to Mobile and Atlanta—Martin adds another powerful piece to LSU’s recruiting machine. We break down what Martin’s...

LSU is set to host a massive Junior Day in Baton Rouge, and the headliner is clear: nation’s No. 1 tight end Ahmad Hudson out of Ruston . Can Lane Kiffin and his staff make a strong early impression and put the Tigers in position to land one of the top players in the country? It’s not just Hudson. Sleeper cornerback Bre’Jon Melancon will also be on campus, and there’s growing buzz he could be the...

LSU got the win, but it wasn’t pretty. The Tigers beat Grambling 7-1 at Alex Box Stadium, but didn’t record an RBI hit until the eighth inning against a pitching staff with an ERA north of 9.00. We break down a frustrating night for the LSU offense, why situational hitting continues to be an issue, and whether this is just a midweek blip or a bigger concern. On the flip side, LSU’s pitching staff...

The Locked On SEC Squad reacts to a chaotic opening weekend of conference play with early-season overreactions already flying. Matt Moscona (Locked On LSU) joins to break down LSU’s series loss at Vanderbilt—what went wrong for the Tigers, and should there be real concern or is it just a blip? Plus, an early look ahead to LSU vs. Oklahoma in a critical bounce-back opportunity. The guys also debate...

Lane Kiffin is making himself impossible to miss in Baton Rouge—and LSU fans are starting to wonder if this is something more than a honeymoon phase. Over the weekend, Kiffin was front and center at the Wearin’ of the Green Parade and even took the stage with Baton Rouge rapper Lil’ Boosie. It’s just the latest in a string of public appearances that have seen LSU’s new head coach fully embrace the...

FanDuel released updated 2026 college football win totals , and LSU’s number has already been on a wild ride. The Tigers opened at 8.5 wins , quickly got bet up to 9.5 , and then fell back down to 8.5 . What does that kind of betting volatility say about expectations for Lane Kiffin’s first season at LSU ? Matt Moscona breaks down what the movement likely means, whether sharp bettors are buying or...

Thirty anonymous college football coaches were asked to give their honest thoughts about Lane Kiffin at LSU and whether he can win a national championship in Baton Rouge. The answers were fascinating. Some coaches admitted they’re actively rooting against Kiffin, while others said LSU is the best job in America and a title is inevitable if he’s there long enough. We react to the most interesting q...

LSU avoided a disastrous start to SEC play by outslugging Vanderbilt 16-9 in the series finale in Nashville . After watching a six-run lead evaporate, the Tigers erupted late with five runs in the seventh and five more in the eighth to salvage the weekend. Jake Brown delivered the biggest blow , crushing a three-run homer and finishing with six RBI , while Cade Arrambide and Derek Curiel added key...