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

Rivals has released its updated 2027 recruiting rankings , and Louisiana talent is front and center — which means LSU has a massive opportunity ahead. Shea Dixon joins the show to break down where the Tigers stand with several elite in-state prospects, including New Orleans wide receiver Easton Royal and whether LSU can flip him away from Texas. We also discuss uncommitted five-star offensive line...

LSU suffered its first loss of the season Tuesday night at Alex Box Stadium, falling 7-6 to McNeese in a frustrating game filled with free passes, defensive miscues and missed offensive opportunities. The Tigers issued eight free bases in the first four innings — including five hit batters — helping McNeese build an early lead LSU ultimately couldn’t overcome. Despite home runs from Zach Yorke and...

The early betting line for LSU’s 2026 season opener is turning heads across college football. Oddsmakers have installed the Tigers as an 11.5-point favorite over Clemson in Tiger Stadium , a number that speaks volumes before a snap has even been played in the Lane Kiffin era. Matt Moscona breaks down whether the spread is more about the massive expectations surrounding LSU’s roster and coaching ov...

Freshman offensive lineman Ryan Miret joins the show for an exclusive interview to discuss one of the more unique recruiting stories of LSU’s 2026 class. Miret explains why he flipped his commitment from Ole Miss to follow Lane Kiffin to Baton Rouge — and why he made the decision to commit to LSU without ever visiting campus in person. He talks about his loyalty to Kiffin, the culture being built...

Sunday shutouts matter — especially when they cap a perfect weekend. LSU baseball closed out the Jax College Classic in dominant fashion, blanking UCF behind a breakout performance from sophomore right-hander William Schmidt. The righty attacked the strike zone, leaned heavily on his devastating breaking ball and pitched out of multiple jams to preserve five scoreless innings in what could be a ma...

Top-ranked LSU baseball improved to 6-0 Friday with a dramatic comeback win over Indiana in the opening game of the Live Like Lou Jax College Classic in Jacksonville. Trailing late, the Tigers erupted for nine runs in the eighth inning , highlighted by Zach Yorke’s three-run homer that completely flipped the game. Matt Moscona breaks down LSU’s explosive offensive depth, why Jay Johnson’s lineup c...

Former LSU safety and ESPN analyst Ryan Clark joins the show to discuss the Lane Kiffin era in Baton Rouge and why he believes Kiffin has fully embraced LSU’s culture and expectations. Clark also explains why — after LSU’s massive investment in its coaching staff and roster — this season is “Final Four or bust,” and shares his thoughts on transfer quarterback Sam Leavitt and the pressure surroundi...

LSU baseball is off to a perfect 5-0 start to open its national title defense, and head coach Jay Johnson joins us for an exclusive interview to recap the Tigers’ dominant first week and preview a big weekend ahead in Jacksonville. Johnson discusses LSU’s explosive offense led by Jake Brown’s scorching start, the immediate impact of transfers Seth Dardar and Trent Caraway, and the continued emerge...

SEC teams face a scheduling crossroads as top programs cancel tough non-conference games—will playoff selection reward risk-averse strategies or punish elite competition? The SEC Squad debates Alabama’s scrapped Ohio State series, Texas backing out vs. Arizona State, and the growing disparity in Power 4 matchups. They question if SEC’s demanding schedule benefits its teams, spotlight Big Ten natio...

LSU stays perfect. The top-ranked Tigers blasted Nicholls 12-1 in eight innings Wednesday night at The Box, fueled by Trent Caraway’s first-inning grand slam and a dominant, no-hit performance from the bullpen. We break down: Caraway’s tone-setting swing and the five-run first inning The biggest takeaway: LSU’s bullpen combining for 6.2 hitless innings Impressive LSU debuts from Reagan Ricken and...

LSU keeps a key piece in place. Jake Olsen has decided to remain at LSU after being offered a position with the Washington Commanders — and we’ve got the full breakdown. In our exclusive conversation, LSU AD Verge Ausberry confirms the offer was real and explains what LSU did behind the scenes to retain Olsen on Lane Kiffin’s staff. Why did Olsen pass on the NFL? What does this mean for LSU’s defe...

The top-ranked Tigers are 4-0 — but it wasn’t without some late drama at The Box. LSU blasted four home runs Monday night, including two more from scorching-hot Jake Brown, to beat Kent State 10-7 at Alex Box Stadium. Brown is now the first Tiger since 2023 to hit two homers in back-to-back games, and he’s quickly becoming the story of the early season. We break down: Brown’s power surge and what...

LSU has made college athletics history. The university announced a groundbreaking agreement with Woodside Energy to serve as the official jersey patch sponsor for all 21 varsity sports — a first-of-its-kind deal in collegiate athletics. In this episode, we’re joined by Sarah Bairstow, President of Louisiana LNG for Woodside Energy, for an exclusive conversation about how the partnership came toget...

LSU could be facing its first real staff shakeup of the offseason. Reports have Tigers safeties coach Jake Olsen in line for an NFL opportunity with the Washington Commanders. We break down why Washington makes sense for Olsen, the relationships that could be driving this move, and how significant the loss would be for LSU’s defense. Plus, if Olsen does leave, who are realistic replacement options...

The LSU Tigers baseball finished off a dominant opening weekend with a 21-7 win over the Milwaukee Panthers baseball , completing the three-game sweep at The Box and sending a loud message to start the season. In this episode, we break down LSU’s explosive offensive performance, the depth throughout the lineup, and the key pitching moments that helped secure the win. The Tigers showed power, patie...

LSU opened its national title defense with a statement. The Tigers rolled past Milwaukee, 15-5, in the season opener at The Box, flashing the depth, power and pitching that has them favored to make another run to Omaha. After an early punch from Milwaukee, LSU’s offense erupted and never looked back, piling up runs with timely hitting and relentless pressure. We break down the key performances at...

For the first time since his firing, a Will Wade–LSU reunion is at least a conversation worth having. With Governor Jeff Landry appointing Lee Mallett as the new chairman of the LSU Board of Supervisors, the power structure at LSU has shifted. A year ago, Mallett quietly pushed to move on from Matt McMahon and explore bringing Wade back to Baton Rouge. Now, as BOS chairman — and with Landry’s back...

LSU Baseball opens its national title defense against Milwaukee, and we break down everything you need to know heading into opening weekend at The Box. Jay Johnson set the tone by announcing his starting rotation, including the decision to move Casan Evans into the Friday night role. We discuss why that move makes sense, what it says about LSU’s pitching depth, and how the staff could evolve as th...

SEC quarterbacks and transfer standouts face NCAA court drama—will preliminary injunctions decide the fate of Ole Miss and Tennessee’s 2026 seasons? Charles Bediako’s denied eligibility sparks debate over how the NCAA and tournament committee will treat Alabama basketball, with Eric Cain, Corey Burton, Stephen Willis, and Jimmy Stein unpacking the legal implications and possible impact on Selectio...

Chris Hilton’s LSU career didn’t follow the script — but he wouldn’t change a thing. The former five-star from Zachary joins the show to reflect on his time with the LSU Tigers , why he never considered transferring despite injuries and limited production, and how perseverance shaped him both on and off the field. Hilton explains why he believes everything unfolded exactly as it should have — and...

Recruiting may be in a dead period, but LSU made sure to handle business before it began. Lane Kiffin traveled to Shreveport to visit 2026 QB commit Peyton Houston from Evangel. The Top 10 national quarterback appears solid with the Tigers — but LSU fans can’t seem to shake one lingering question… Why isn’t LSU recruiting Elijah Haven? Haven, the No. 1 QB in the 2027 class and Louisiana’s Mr. Foot...

Former LSU linebacker Greg Penn is returning to Baton Rouge in a new role, joining Lane Kiffin’s staff as a defensive analyst. We discuss why Penn — a former No. 18 jersey recipient and team leader — could be a valuable presence for LSU’s defense, especially with several linebackers he played alongside still in the program. Meanwhile, former LSU defensive end Jermauria Rasco is leaving his analyst...

SEC Network analyst Roman Harper joins the show and doesn’t hold back on his thoughts about Lane Kiffin at LSU. Harper calls Kiffin “lucky” at Ole Miss, questions whether he can win a national championship in Baton Rouge, and even predicts Kiffin will eventually leave LSU on bad terms. He also argues Ole Miss improved after Kiffin’s departure. We go back-and-forth on those claims and break down wh...

LSU linebacker TJ Dottery isn’t just another transfer addition — his story is one of the most misunderstood in college football. A former Top-150 national recruit, Dottery left Clemson under circumstances that were widely portrayed as scandalous. But Lane Kiffin has since clarified the truth: Dottery was the victim , not the perpetrator, and the individual responsible is now in prison . That conte...

Lane Kiffin revealed the mindset and strategy behind LSU’s historic No. 1 transfer portal class — and the details are fascinating. In this episode, we break down Kiffin’s comments on his surprise trip to the Knoxville airport to personally meet quarterback Sam Leavitt , his now-famous line “I don’t do well with ‘no,’” and how persistence became a defining trait in LSU’s recruiting approach. Kiffin...