Locked On NFL – Daily Podcast On The National Football League

The Philadelphia Eagles have high expectations going into 2026 and if they do not hit those, there is a high chance of change that could include firing Nick Sirianni as the head coach. Kyle Shanahan may be one of the best coaches in the NFL, but if the San Francisco 49ers underperform, there may be an urge to shake things up and it could leave Shanahan on shaky footing in 2027. In the NFC North, t...

The Falcons sort through the NFC South QB race, the Cowboys lean on elite safeties and Darnell Washington looks like a key piece in Pittsburgh. #nfcsouth #dallascowboys #darnellwashington 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Term...

Photo Credit: George Walker IV, via IMAGN Images Tennessee Titans legend Chris Johnson’s harrowing ALS diagnosis sparks powerful reflections on the humanity behind the helmet. Hosts Tony Wiggins and Julian Council spotlight how CJ2K’s record-setting speed and unforgettable runs gave hope to Titans fans, while also highlighting the brutal realities former NFL stars sometimes face off the field. The...

Coaching changes happen every year in the NFL and the coach on the hottest seat in the league right now is Zac Taylor with the Cincinnati Bengals. Taylor got the Bengals to a Super Bowl, but after years of missed playoffs and slow starts, at some point ownership and star quarterback Joe Burrow will require change. Joe Brady could be the victim of a one and done scenario in Buffalo with expectation...

Bo Nix has Denver thinking Super Bowl, Terrion Arnold faces serious charges and Caleb Williams still feels disrespected in Chicago. #bonix #terrionarnold #calebwilliams 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel Fa...

Photo Credit: Jaye Kamin-Oncea, IMAGN Images Ladd McConkey and Justin Herbert aim to ignite the Los Angeles Chargers’ aerial attack, while Jalen Waddle’s arrival in Denver headlines the Broncos’ bid to solve their league-leading drop woes. Can explosive playmakers like Matthew Golden and Sam LaPorta turn potential into production for the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions—with offensive line upgr...

The Detroit Lions are hoping to make a run back to the NFL Playoffs this year, but with roster questions, coaching concerns and now a serious legal issue with Terrion Arnold, the Lions are looking like a team at the end of a run that won't be revived. However, there are many teams in the NFL who missed out on the playoffs last year that look to get back in this season. If not the Lions, the Tampa...

Brandon Aiyuk keeps pushing toward Washington and Jacksonville locks up Brenton Strange. A.J. Brown is set up to dominate for New England. #brandonaiyuk #brentonstrange #ajbrown 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. F...

Photo Credit: David Reginek, IMAGN Images Detroit Lions rocked by Terrion Arnold’s arrest on armed robbery and kidnapping charges—could their revamped secondary unravel before the season even begins? Tony Wiggins and Chris Carter break down the off-field crisis, explore what Arnold’s absence means for the Lions’ depth chart, and draw comparisons to NFL legal controversies of the past. The hosts al...

The NFL dropped the hammer on recently departed collegiate quarterback Brendan Sorsby on Tuesday when they declared they would not have a supplemental draft and allow him to enter the NFL. Sorsby has become a controversial figure and the NFL was wise to make this move. Sorsby now needs to accept his fate and start taking steps to adjust his future. We also saw an extension for Kyle Pitts from the...

The Falcons hand Kyle Pitts a $54M contract and the Browns see Brendan Sorsby denied by the NFL. The Chargers look better across the offense. #kylepitts #brendansorsby #losangeleschargers 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Term...

Photo Credit: Mark J. Rebilas, IMAGN Images Atlanta Falcons gamble on Kyle Pitts: can their massive investment pay off, or will picking a move tight end over premium-position stars haunt the franchise? Tony Wiggins and David Harrison scrutinize Atlanta’s bold decision, contrasting Pitts’ output with fellow 2021 NFL Draft talents like Ja’Marr Chase and Micah Parsons. Aaron Freeman joins to break do...

The Minnesota Vikings quarterback battle may be the biggest question heading into the NFL summer break and one of Kyler Murray or JJ McCarthy is going to take the spot. While it is being sold as an open competition, it is hard to see a path where McCarthy actually wins the battle. Minnesota isn't the only place hosting a competition as the Cleveland Browns are letting Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun W...

Photo Credit: Kevin Ng, IMAGN Images Los Angeles Rams grab the spotlight with bold moves—can their aggressive strategy drive another Super Bowl run, while the Los Angeles Chargers overhaul their offense in search of respect? Quarterback drama, veteran trades, and relentless speculation fuel debate over each team’s true ceiling in a jam-packed AFC. Hosts Tony Wiggins and Kevin Oestreicher explore t...

The Packers hope to contend for a Super Bowl this season and the Patriots feel disrespected by offseason team rankings. The Cowboys have a dominant defensive line. #greenbaypackers #newenglandpatriots #dallascowboys 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 o...

The New York Giants have had a LOUD offseason and now it is time to shut up for the summer break. With nothing proven yet, it is best for the Giants and their young players to focus on the work instead of giving their opinions over the next five weeks. The New York Jets need to hope for a quiet summer as well and may have just avoided trouble with Geno Smith off the field. Two teams with Super Bow...

The Titans pay Jeffery Simmons and the Raiders weigh expectations for Fernando Mendoza in his rookie season. The Giants hope for a Jaxson Dart breakout season. #jefferysimmons #fernandomendoza #jaxsondart 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your fir...

Photo Credit: Eric Hartline. IMAGN Images Philadelphia Eagles face a franchise-defining decision as Jalen Carter aims for a contract to match Jeffrey Simmons’ record-breaking $35 million per year deal with the Tennessee Titans. Will the Eagles risk big money after Carter’s off-field incidents, or play the waiting game until 2027? Locked On’s expert voices break down the ripple effect of elite defe...

The San Francisco 49ers have had the closest Super Bowl loss in NFL history in a certain way, but Kyle Shanahan wants the victory and if he is able to get one it will put him a rare territory as he and his father, Mike, will both have rings to their name as coaches. Klint Kubiak and Brian Schottenheimer look to do the same with the Las Vegas Raiders and Dallas Cowboys, respectively. In big NFL new...

Bryce Young has a big year coming with the Panthers and the Falcons play it safe with Michael Penix's health. The Eagles have a battle at wide receiver. #bryceyoung #michaelpenix #philadelphiaeagles 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first pur...

Photo Credit: Andrew Nelles Cam Ward bounces back at Tennessee Titans minicamp, showcasing his arm talent and resilience despite early struggles. Jayden Daniels gears up for a pivotal season in Washington, as new offensive wrinkles and dynamic formations aim to maximize Terry McLaurin’s impact. Are these young quarterbacks poised to carry their offenses, or will their supporting casts hold them ba...

The Atlanta Falcons have one of the more interesting quarterback battles in the NFL with Tua Tagovialoa and Michael Penix as contenders. With Penix on the mend, Tua has taken advantage and been impressive early on. Atlanta certainly has the weapons and with James Pearce seemingly in the clear, this team is good enough to make noise in the south. Their division rival, the Carolina Panthers, won the...

Photo Credit: Barry Reeger Pittsburgh Steelers fans debate which franchise legend could best ignite the current roster—would Troy Polamalu's elite safety play or Hines Ward’s iconic leadership drive 2026 success? Chris Carter and Tony Wiggins break down these hypotheticals, compare T.J. Watt’s trajectory to Myles Garrett, and question if Pittsburgh’s defensive torch is being passed effectively. Ca...

The New Orleans Saints brought back Cam Jordan for a final season and now he feels like the final piece to the turnaround. A solid roster has the Saints as a real contender in the NFC South and they should be set to win more games this year. To do it, they may have to go through their rival, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Bucs are dealing with some contract issues, but on paper, especially with the...

Bo Nix returns to practice with the Broncos and teams look into the risk with taking Brendan Sorsby. Cameron Jordan will return for one more season with the Saints. #bonix #brendansorsby #cameronjordan 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first...