Locked On Sun Belt - Daily Podcast On Sun Belt Conference Football & Basketball

South Alabama Jaguars seek stability under Major Applewhite as a heated quarterback battle between Bishop Davenport and Jared Hollins takes center stage. Will the Jaguars finally find the consistency they've lacked in recent Sun Belt campaigns, or will roller-coaster results continue to define their season? Dave Schultz highlights South Alabama’s quest for a breakthrough year, recapping the progra...

Arkansas State Red Wolves face a pivotal season as Butch Jones navigates his toughest challenge yet—finding a new starting quarterback after Jaylen Raynor’s departure to Iowa State. With Josh Flowers in the transfer portal and a four-way battle for the QB1 spot featuring Ethan Crawford (Southern Miss transfer), Trey Owens (Texas), Drew Dickey and Jeremy St. Alaire (both Vanderbilt transfers), the...

Georgia Southern Eagles face a defining year as Clay Helton enters his fifth season. Can quarterback Max Johnson—starting an unprecedented seventh college season—deliver the consistency the Eagles need, or will turnovers continue to haunt this offense? With a demanding Sun Belt schedule ahead and the pressure of Georgia Southern’s storied championship legacy, expectations are sky-high. Dave Schult...

ULM Warhawks face a turning point as Bryant Vincent enters Year 3 —can the Sun Belt's perennial underdog finally get off the mat? Quarterback Aiden Armenta's development and the impact of a revamped offense headline the conversation, with questions swirling around his ability to reduce turnovers and boost third-down efficiency. ULM's dynamic rushing in previous seasons underscored both the team’s...

Old Dominion Monarchs prep for a potential Sun Belt breakout as Ricky Rahne’s squad eyes another high-powered run in 2026. With dynamic quarterback Colton Joseph out and speedster Quinn Henicle likely taking the reins, can ODU’s offense stay explosive under new OC Kody Cook? Dave Schultz breaks down the Monarchs’ transformation, the impact of key departures, and why the East division may be more w...

Appalachian State football eyes a turnaround in Year Two under head coach Dowell Loggains. Can the Mountaineers bounce back from a 5-8 season and reestablish themselves as Sun Belt contenders? Dave Schultz breaks down the program’s storied coaching lineage from Jerry Moore to Eli Drinkwitz, reflects on last season’s close losses, and explores whether Loggains' leadership can restore the team’s win...

Can Blake Anderson revive Southern Miss Golden Eagles football after years of inconsistency? With a tough Sun Belt slate ahead and a quarterback competition featuring Ethan Hampton, Jon White, and Landry Lyddy, the pressure is on to transform Hattiesburg’s fortunes and ignite the offense. Dave Schultz breaks down Southern Miss’s challenging 2026 schedule, spotlights key matchups against Auburn, Tu...

Marshall Thundering Herd enters year two under Tony Gibson with high expectations and a favorable Sun Belt Conference schedule. Can quarterback Carlos Del Rio-Wilson build on a breakout 2025 season and lead Marshall to upset contenders like James Madison and Old Dominion? Dave Schultz spotlights Del Rio Wilson’s strong QB play—17 touchdowns, 5 interceptions, and 6 rushing TDs—as a potential cataly...

Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns eye their first bowl victory since 2021 under Head Coach Mike Desormeaux, but can Lunch Winfield lead the offense past new challenges? Dave Schultz spotlights Desormeaux’s resilient coaching after a turbulent season that saw heavy injuries and shifting quarterbacks, praising the emergence of Winfield and the shift in offensive leadership. With key departures like Zylan Perr...

Georgia State Panthers face a pivotal season as Dell McGee enters Year Three with pressure mounting to elevate the program in the competitive Sun Belt Conference. Quarterback Cameran Brown emerges as the clear leader after an impressive season, boasting a 13:1 touchdown-to-interception ratio and dynamic playmaking ability. Can this experienced squad capitalize on their talent and finally break int...

Troy Trojans aim for Sun Belt dominance as Goose Crowder’s health becomes the key storyline—can Gerad Parker lead Troy back to the championship circle in his third season as head coach? Dave Schultz examines Troy’s path back to contention, spotlighting the highs and lows from last season and what needs to go right in 2026 for a title run. Key discussions include Crowder’s inconsistent play and inj...

JMU Dukes face a pivotal season: Are they reloading or rebuilding under new Head Coach Billy Napier? With a near-total roster overhaul following last year’s Sun Belt Championship run and Bob Chesney’s departure to UCLA, all eyes are on the quarterback battle featuring Cam Coleman, J.C. Evans, Arrington Maiden, and Davi Belfort. Can the Dukes sustain their championship momentum, or will the loss of...

Louisiana Tech Bulldogs eye a breakthrough as they join the Sun Belt Conference—can their run-heavy offense power them past established rivals? Quarterback competition heats up between Blake Baker, Trey Kukuk, and Evan Bullock, as the Bulldogs look to improve on last year’s 8–5 record under Sonny Cumbie. With a low passing touchdown total and a ground game that racked up over 2,700 yards, question...

Troy Trojans get a massive boost as star catcher Jimmy Janicki headlines a trio of key returnees, igniting hope for another standout season. With Janicki opting to stay despite lucrative offers, head coach Skylar Meade gains a recruiting advantage and crucial roster stability. Can Janicki’s presence—fresh off a season with 21 home runs and 87 RBIs—make Troy the Sun Belt’s frontrunner, or will othe...

West Virginia Mountaineers brace for a challenging season opener as Coastal Carolina Chanticleers—armed with new head coach Ryan Beard and explosive transfers like Jaden Allen-Hendricks—threaten to shatter expectations in Morgantown. With an 18.5-point spread, bettors and fans alike wonder: could the Sun Belt’s “Fun Belt” offense and unpredictable playmaking put WVU’s home advantage to the test? M...

JMU Dukes make history, reaching the College Football Playoff and putting the Sun Belt Conference on the national map. Can this breakthrough fuel the next era of Sun Belt dominance? Dave Schultz spotlights JMU's unforgettable run, Troy Trojans' dramatic win in Omaha, and Southern Miss clinching both regular-season and tournament baseball crowns. Plus, LA Tech's addition promises fresh rivalries—ho...

Troy Trojans’ Cinderella run comes to a crashing halt as West Virginia Mountaineers dominate 12-0 in the College World Series. Can Troy build on this historic postseason surge next year, or was this their one shot at glory? Dave Schultz breaks down the Trojans’ postseason heroics, highlighting clutch performances from Jimmy Janicki, Tommy Egan, and Jabe Boroff, and analyzing West Virginia’s abilit...

Sun Belt Conference shocks college sports with unforgettable upsets and national spotlight moments. Can the league’s recent surge lead to long-term recognition on the national stage? Dave Schultz spotlights the Top 10 Sun Belt moments from the past decade, from Louisiana’s upset over Iowa State and Coastal Carolina thwarting BYU, to Troy’s stunning win at LSU and Marshall’s dramatic Sun Belt champ...

West Virginia Mountaineers and Troy Trojans gear up for a win-or-go-home showdown in Omaha, with elimination on the line and North Carolina waiting for the victor. Can West Virginia beat Troy twice to keep their College World Series hopes alive, or will Troy’s postseason resilience and power lineup prevail again? Key players like Armani Guzman, Jabe (Ruth) Boroff, and Jimmy Janicki take center sta...

Troy Trojans shock Ole Miss with a dramatic 12–8 comeback at the College World Series. Can the Sun Belt Conference’s rising star make an historic run in Omaha? Dave Schultz breaks down Troy’s first-ever win in Omaha, spotlighting Noah Thigpen’s clutch relief pitching, Jay Boroff’s pivotal double, and Darnell’s five-time on-base performance. Key analysis covers the relentless Troy lineup, decisive...

Troy Trojans stare down elimination after a hard-fought loss to West Virginia—can their late-season magic fuel a bounce-back against Ole Miss in Omaha? Dave Schultz examines Troy’s recent surge, the resilience that’s kept them from losing back-to-back games for over a month, and the high-pressure pitching matchups featuring Tommy Egan, Hunter Elliott, and Cade Townsend. Survival mode is on for bot...

West Virginia Mountaineers outlast Troy Trojans in a dramatic 7-5 College World Series opener, seizing control late as both bullpens shine under pressure. Did Troy’s costly errors gift the game to WVU, or did the Mountaineers truly earn the win? Dave Schultz unpacks the back-and-forth battle, spotlighting Ian Korn and Zach Crotchfelt’s pitching efforts and the game-changing moments—like Sean Darne...

Troy Trojans seek to upset the West Virginia Mountaineers as the College World Series kicks off. Can Benjamin Stubbs' remarkable ability to shut down opposing base stealers slow down West Virginia's explosive running game and shift the momentum for Troy? Dave Schultz breaks down the pitching duel between Troy's power lefty Stubbs and West Virginia's finesse righty Chansen Cole, analyzing how each...

Coastal Carolina faces a stunning exodus as Kevin Schnall accepts the South Carolina coaching job—and takes nearly the entire roster with him. Did Schnall’s departure and player transfers leave the Chanticleers in ruins, or is this just a new era for college baseball? Dave Schultz breaks down the seismic shift, examining Schnall’s legacy, his motivations for leaving, and the unprecedented wave of...

Troy Trojans baseball ignites Troy, Alabama, with a historic College World Series run as Drew Nelson reveals the behind-the-scenes drive powering their postseason surge. Can this hometown squad keep its composure under Omaha’s brightest lights and topple West Virginia’s star pitching? Dave Schultz spotlights Troy’s clutch performances—highlighting Jabe Boroff’s power surge, resilient at-bats with...