Locked On Mizzou - Daily Podcast On Missouri Tigers Football & Basketball

If Donovan Olugbode doesn't make his incredible catch against Kansas, I don't want to think about the alternative. Jason Crowe SENIOR is getting paid, and maybe I'm looking at it the wrong way. Plus, Brad Smith is even better than people remember. *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer...

Who are the top-5 quarterbacks the Tigers will face this season? Can Austin Simmons and Mizzou’s defense rise to the challenge? Arch Manning, Trinidad Chambliss, and Marcel Reed headline a stacked lineup of SEC and national talent poised to test Missouri’s mettle on Saturdays.   John Miller examines the Tigers’ defensive potential, questions Dennis Gates’ basketball schemes, and provides an educat...

Dennis Gates completes his basketball roster with Cord Stansberry. I'm not particularly worried about point-guard depth. Is the Tournament different than the regular season? Wyatt Smith, son of Justin Smith, commits to Ohio State.  *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and g...

Trent Pierce is flying under the radar before what promises to be his best season. But will it be his FINAL season? Norm Stewart saved the Mizzou sports brand in the 1980s and 1990s. Landen Williams-Callis could be the start of a trend. Plus, more on my one-sided disagreement with Nick Saban.  *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it of...

SEC rivals ignite controversy as Lane Kiffin and Steve Sarkisian take public shots at Ole Miss, intensifying the buildup to the LSU vs. Ole Miss showdown. The SEC squad debates whether Kiffin’s Vanity Fair comments crossed the line, the impact on Oxford’s reputation, and what this drama means for SEC recruiting battles. Is the upcoming September 19th clash destined to be the wildest night in confe...

Missouri Tigers football faces uncertainty as Ahmad Hardy returns to Columbia after a harrowing incident, with his status for the 2026 season still undetermined. John Miller shares the latest updates on Hardy’s recovery, Eli Drinkwitz’s cautious optimism, and injury progress for key figures like Josh Atkins and Elias Williams. Will the Tigers’ lineup adapt quickly enough, or will these setbacks sh...

Missouri Tigers fans face anxious weeks ahead as Ahmad Hardy’s football future hangs in the balance after a frightening shooting incident. With Hardy’s recovery timeline uncertain, can Mizzou’s elite rushing attack thrive without one of the nation’s best tackle-breakers? John Miller provides crucial injury updates, weighs the impact on Missouri’s ground game, and reassures fans about Jamal Roberts...

Missouri Tigers running back Ahmad Hardy survives a shocking shooting incident in Mississippi, leaving his football future uncertain. With Hardy in stable condition following surgery, questions arise about Missouri’s offensive ceiling and the depth behind their star rusher. Can Jamal Roberts and the Tigers’ backfield maintain an elite ground attack if Hardy misses significant time? John Miller exa...

College Football Playoff faces seismic change as a 24-team expansion looms—could this reshape Missouri Tigers’ shot at a national title? John Miller tackles the driving forces behind the proposed playoff overhaul, questioning whether more teams really means more excitement or just diluted stakes for programs like Mizzou. Key topics include the financial motives behind axing conference championship...

SEC contenders reveal their hand as expansion and playoff chaos loom. Which teams have the pieces for a College Football Playoff breakthrough—and who could get lost in the shuffle? The SEC Squad spotlights Ole Miss’ powerhouse backfield with Trinad Chambers and Kewan Lacy, while Alabama leans on a star-studded secondary for another top-10 defense. Heated roundtable debate spotlights Jared Curtis’...

Missouri Tigers face national disrespect as Heisman Trophy odds snub starting quarterback Austin Simmons and star running back Ahmad Hardy. Is Mizzou truly the SEC’s black sheep—or is perception trailing reality? John Miller investigates the latest slight from FanDuel, breaks down Missouri’s loaded options to replace injured right tackle Josh Atkins, and weighs the impact of the Tigers’ dependence...

Missouri Tigers basketball secures a key transfer with Kennard Davis, bolstering its backcourt ahead of SEC play. Can Davis’ defensive versatility and secondary playmaking alongside Jason Crowe Jr. elevate Mizzou back to contention? John Miller spotlights Davis’ impact, Missouri’s point guard rotation, and how Dennis Gates is strategically building the roster for maximum postseason potential. On t...

Missouri Tigers land Kennard Davis in a major backcourt boost—can his size and shooting elevate Mizzou’s SEC hopes? John Miller analyzes Davis’ fit alongside Jason Crowe Jr. and Trent Pierce, spotlighting Dennis Gates’ strategy of building an athletic, versatile lineup. The discussion covers Davis’s 34% three-point shooting, his defensive versatility at 6'6", and the need for an additional ball-ha...

Spring football shakeup: Has Oklahoma positioned itself as a true SEC playoff contender, and is Texas’s revamped defense the secret weapon for a conference title? The SEC Squad panel spotlights standout spring performances, quarterback battles at Florida and Vanderbilt, and rising questions about Arkansas’s offense. Hosts debate the evolving landscape, new coordinators, and the increasing parity t...

Missouri Tigers face a quarterback conundrum as Austin Simmons steps into the spotlight. Are Simmons’ raw physical tools and decision-making enough to drive Mizzou’s offense to new heights, or will the lack of real SEC game experience hold him back? John Miller compares Simmons’ potential to standout running back Ahmad Hardy, examines vital metrics like arm strength and processing, and spotlights...

BREAKING: Josh Holloway heading to Memphis. Missouri Tigers football faces a defining season as the edge rusher duo of Darris Smith and Langden Kitchen steps into the spotlight. Can this pass rush group anchor a defense replacing key production and elevate Mizzou’s ceiling with new quarterback Austin Simmons at the helm? John Miller spotlights crucial battles at defensive end, the impact of injuri...

What types of guards fit best at Missouri? If Austin Simmons is good, the Tigers are a problem. Caleb Green commits. A big weekend for Mizzou at the NFL Draft. Adapt or die. *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Dis...

SEC spring games spark debate after key injuries sidelined Georgia’s Nate Frazier, Texas A&M’s Daymion Sanford, and Alabama’s Noah Rogers. Could this spell the end of spring games, or are coaches simply shifting toward an NFL-style calendar? The SEC Squad explores the balance between fan engagement and player safety, question the necessity of traditional spring showcases, and speculate on the futu...

Another Link Academy guy? The transfer portal is "closed", but Missouri still has three spots open. Updates on T.O. Barrett and Jalen Reece. I'm not ready to give up on Nicholas Randall just yet. Plus, my thoughts on tonight's NFL Draft, including Zion Young and Josiah Trotter.  *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join th...

Missouri Tigers basketball is surging into top 25 territory as John Miller highlights the roster’s high-end talent, including freshman sensation Jason Crowe Jr. and elite transfer Bryson Tiller. Could a potential addition of Tyran Stokes make this Missouri squad the most dynamic in years? The Tigers’ need for a skilled guard remains a central storyline, with transfer targets Jalen Reece and Josh H...

Let's take a look at the 2026 Mizzou football schedule: Where is the upset? Jalen Reece is reportedly visiting Dennis Gates and Missouri; One thing about his game alarms me. Paul Pierce can only sit one place in Mizzou Arena. Plus, it's a bummer we don't get to see Austin Simmons this spring. *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it off...

I love this class so far, and yes, Bryson Tiller is the gem. Tiller is basketball's Austin Simmons. Now, it's guard time. T.O. Barrett might return? Mark Mitchell grandfathered in to the 5-year rule? Anthony Robinson finds a good landing spot. *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer&nbs...

ESPN’s way-too-early Top 25 stirs the SEC—eight teams make the list, but are Ole Miss and Texas A&M overrated while Alabama falls to an unfamiliar No. 16? The SEC Squad breaks down the hottest rankings debates, including doubts about Pete Golding’s Ole Miss squad, the potential of Keelon Russell to spark Alabama’s offense, and whether new faces at Florida and Vanderbilt can shake up the status quo...

Obviously, this is a tough pill for many Mizzou fans to swallow. But, I think they'll get past it when they see Tiller play. Arizona and Michigan being interested is a pretty good clue on his talent. Quentin Coleman would have been a great get for the Tigers, but I understand why he went to Illinois. *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to mak...

Maybe I wasn't so crazy to bring up Tyran Stokes? If Jamier Jones works out at shooting guard, the Tigers will be enormous. Jason Crowe Jr. signs with Jordan Brand. How long should Mizzou put up with being a second-class citizen at Nike? Plus, Myson Johnson-Cook is likely heading to Miami, but he's no Jackson Cantwell. *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it...