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

Multiple road wins will be tough to come by in 2026. Yes, Mizzou basketball fans, it's OK to be nervous. Root for chalk this weekend. More on Dennis Gates' strange decision. Plus, the Big 12 ran a beta test during its conference tournaments. *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer ...

SEC quarterbacks take center stage as questions swirl around rising stars like Arch Manning, Sam Leavitt, and Byrum Brown. Which signal-callers will define the 2024 SEC football season—and who faces the steepest climb? The SEC Squad breaks down every program’s most intriguing quarterback, factoring in coaching changes, high-pressure battles, and critical early-season matchups. From Lane Kiffin’s r...

Missouri was a different team with Shawn Phillips on the floor. Another huge game from Mark Mitchell, but not nearly enough offense outside of him for the Tigers. WAY too many turnovers. One inexplicable decision from Gates. Plus, debunking a March myth. *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Eve...

Missouri Tigers find their NCAA tournament hopes teetering as questions swirl around non-conference resume strength and a shaky finish in SEC play. Can Dennis Gates and the Tigers avoid a trip to Dayton, or will their narrow win over Florida be enough to secure a safe berth? John Miller spotlights key games, roster adjustments, and the nuances of NCAA committee selection, sparking debate over what...

Recent Mizzou football suggests a strong possibility for a first-year bump from a new offensive coordinator (Chip Lindsey). The 2026 schedule is relatively manageable, but the final four games are brutal. Jabari Lofton has a rare athletic profile. Plus, Missouri's path in the SEC Tournament. *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it offi...

Poor execution down the stretch cost the Missouri Tigers in a heartbreaker against Arkansas, raising questions about Dennis Gates’ ability to deliver in March. Can Mizzou overcome its recent struggles and rewrite its postseason narrative, or does a 2-8 March regular season record signal deeper concerns? John Miller spotlights standout performances—especially Shawn Phillips’ gritty effort—while bre...

Bottom line: Root for Mizzou and Vanderbilt on Saturday. Tigers have to keep Darius Acuff off the free-throw line. I haven't given Trent Pierce enough credit. Who are Missouri's most important players down the stretch? Can Austin Simmons open up a different part of the field? *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the L...

Florida Gators dominate SEC basketball with a staggering 10-game win streak, but are they the only squad poised for a Final Four run? The SEC Squad debates which SEC teams—including Arkansas under Calipari, Alabama’s high-octane offense, and Tennessee’s trademark defense—can make postseason noise. Can dark horses like Missouri or Kentucky shake up the tournament brackets, and what wild seeding sce...

Missouri Tigers’ NCAA tournament fate hangs in the balance after a rough loss to Oklahoma—will beating Arkansas solidify their spot and avoid a nerve-wracking trip to Dayton? John Miller breaks down Missouri’s seeding outlook, key SEC tournament tiebreakers, and why the Razorbacks matchup is critical for Dennis Gates’ squad and Tiger fans hungry for momentum. The show spotlights double-bye hopes,...

It's one thing to lose, it's another to lay an egg at this point in the season. I was hoping Mizzou was past this. Tigers could not overcome a terrible offensive first half. *** 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...

The Tigers are a value against Oklahoma, but that doesn't mean it will be easy. I love the Trent Burns-Shawn Phillips dynamic. The double-buzzer-beater game was also T.O. Barrett's breakout. How many teams can realistically win the whole thing? Plus, a couple notable college football rule changes. *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make i...

It's not just that Mizzou turned its season around, it was how quickly. I must say, Gates' non-conference-scheduling strategy worked. Jump on the bandwagon, casual fans! Oklahoma will not go dancing, but it turned around its season too with dangerous guards and shooting. And a viewer was right, I have not made enough of Jayden Stone's rebounding. *** Everydayer Club   If you never m...

Together, Trent Burns and Shawn Phillips make Mizzou imposing at all times. The Tigers and Burns continue to improve. And, YES, Mizzou making the NCAA Tournament, considering where it came from, is a huge deal. Plus, Toriano Pride looking to prove me as wrong as Dennis Gates has! *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join t...

Eli Drinkwitz, surprisingly, names a starter on defense. If Josh Hubbard struggles at all, what is Mississippi State's backup plan? You have to feel good for Trent Burns. Positive injury updates on Blake Craig, Shaun Terry, and Logan Reichert. A dark horse NFL player for 2027.  *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the...

SEC eligibility chaos sparks debate—is common sense finally returning to college sports? Trinidad Chambliss gets his sixth year at Ole Miss, while Charles Bediako at Alabama and Joey Aguilar at Tennessee are denied, highlighting the NCAA’s inconsistent rulings. Is the NCAA’s arbitrary approach to eligibility making things worse? The crew explores potential fixes, NIL’s growing impact, and wild sce...

Missouri Tigers eye a critical win as T.O. Barrett’s post dominance collides with Mississippi State’s elite scorer Josh Hubbard. Can Barrett exploit the Bulldogs’ defense and propel Mizzou in a game with NCAA Tournament stakes on the line? Explore key player matchups and what Barrett’s emerging edge means for Missouri’s chances. John Miller highlights Trent Burns’ growing impact off the bench and...

Dennis Gates doesn't get enough credit for developing players, including Barrett and Trent Burns. Mark Mitchell helped Mizzou hang in there in the first half too. Plus, with the NFL Combine here, how many Tigers will be drafted in the NFL? *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Cl...

A Tigers-Vols preview. Darris Smith and Langden Kitchen are critically important, but what about other options on the edge? Jason Crowe Jr. and Toni Bryant give Dennis Gates a once-in-a-generation opportunity. *** 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,...

Jason Crowe Jr. is an old-school recruit, but "old money" is the new recruiting ground. Unfortunately, Mizzou wasted a great Mark Mitchell game, but the Tigers seem to be playing their best basketball right now. Dennis Gates, however, still has his detractors. Trent Burns appears to be the reserve 5. Plus, the two most pivotal football players for 2026 and a fun night with Nate Bargatze. *** Every...

Missouri Tigers silence doubters—did Eli Drinkwitz’s squad truly miss its window, or have they cashed in on close-game fortune? John Miller breaks down the Tigers’ surprising success in one-score games over the past four seasons, flipping narrow wins and losses to reveal how fate and strategy shaped back-to-back 10+ win campaigns and secured program stability. Shifting to basketball, Miller previe...

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...

Trent Burns had his best game yet, and Mizzou basketball nearly avoided one of the worst collapses in program history. *** 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 Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.&nbs...

Missouri Tigers face a high-stakes finish as John Miller lays out why a .500 record is crucial for a March Madness bid amid the nation’s second-toughest remaining schedule. With unpredictable SEC play and critical road tests at Mississippi State and Oklahoma, the Tigers’ margin for error shrinks, while Dennis Gates’ coaching adjustments and transfer portal strategy come under the microscope.   Con...

Missouri Tigers basketball faces a pivotal offseason as roster uncertainty looms. Can rising stars like Trent Pierce and T.O. Barrett ignite a turnaround, or will portal moves dictate the program’s future? John Miller assesses every player’s return likelihood, candidly evaluating Anthony Robinson’s slump, Annor Boateng’s injury setback, and the mixed fortunes of transfers like Sebastian Mack. With...

It was more about preparation time than fatigue. Missouri needs Trent Pierce to be more aggressive offensively. The Longhorns EASILY won the rebounding battle. Plus, FINE, I'll fix the NBA Dunk Contest for all of you. *** Everydayer Club   If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-fre...