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

LOUISIANA RAGIN' CAJUNS football gears up for a transformative season. Will Walker Howard's arrival spark a new era of success? Head Coach Mike Desormeaux reflects on his tenure and the team's evolution, emphasizing the importance of representing the brand. The spotlight shines on quarterback Walker Howard, a local high school standout, as Desormeaux discusses his transition and potential impact....

SOUTH ALABAMA JAGUARS football faces a quarterback shakeup. Can they build on last season's success? Head coach Major Applewhite breaks down the team's QB competition, offensive strategy, and culture-building efforts. He discusses the departure of Gio Lopez and potential starters Bishop Davenport, Zach Pyron, and Bubba Carpenter. Applewhite also highlights the Jaguars' running back situation and w...

TROY TROJANS football aims for redemption in 2025. Can Coach Jared Parker's squad bounce back after a challenging season? Head coach Parker reflects on his first year at the helm, discussing key learnings and the team's strengths. Quarterback Goose Crowder opens up about his injury recovery, while defensive back Devin Lafayette shares insights on the Trojans' defensive improvements. The conversati...

ARKANSAS STATE RED WOLVES aim for Sun Belt supremacy. Can Butch Jones lead them to new heights? Head coach Butch Jones breaks down the Red Wolves' impressive progress, highlighting quarterback Jaylen Raynor's development and the team's evolving strategy. The discussion covers defensive improvements, the historic upcoming clash with Arkansas, and how recent roster moves are reshaping Arkansas State...

ULM WARHAWKS stun fans with impressive turnaround. Can they build on last season's success and make a deep run in the Sun Belt Conference? Head coach Bryant Vincent breaks down the WARHAWKS' remarkable transformation, highlighting key improvements in nutrition, facilities, and on-field performance. The discussion covers replacing star players like Ahmad Hardy, bolstering offensive weapons, and how...

TEXAS STATE BOBCATS football program on the rise. Can G.J. Kinne's squad build on back-to-back winning seasons and bowl victories? Head coach Kinne breaks down the Bobcats' impressive turnaround, highlighting key players and strategies reshaping the program's future. The discussion covers the quarterback competition, featuring Brad Jackson and Holden Geriner, plus the development of a dominant off...

Southern Miss Golden Eagles football enters a new era under Coach Charles Huff. Can the team's culture shift lead to on-field success? Huff discusses the challenges of implementing his vision, from roster overhauls to instilling a championship mindset. Quarterback Braylon Braxton, the preseason Sun Belt player of the year, reflects on his growth and areas for improvement. Linebacker Chris Jones re...

Sun Belt Conference football shakeup: Pre-season picks spark debate. Are the rankings on point or way off base? Host Dave Schultz dissects the newly released Sun Belt preseason football rankings, questioning their accuracy in the era of the transfer portal. He analyzes top contenders in both divisions, including Louisiana, Texas State, JMU, and Georgia Southern. Schultz also breaks down surprising...

SUN BELT FOOTBALL SHAKEUP: Louisiana Tech joins, quarterbacks skip media days. Is the conference landscape shifting? Rocky Boiman, ESPN analyst, host joins Dave Schultz to dissect the Sun Belt's evolving dynamics. From Louisiana Tech's geographic fit to the absence of key quarterbacks at media days, the conversation spans crucial topics. The duo analyzes potential conference favorites, highlightin...

SUN BELT MEDIA DAYS: Conference Realignment Shakeup and Exclusive Player Insights Dave Schultz breaks down the upcoming SUN BELT CONFERENCE media days, highlighting TEXAS STATE's awkward presence after their decision to leave. He explores LIBERTY's past interest in joining the conference and speculates on future moves for ECU, WESTERN KENTUCKY, and MIDDLE TENNESSEE. Schultz shares his unique appro...

SUN BELT EXPANDS: Louisiana Tech joins, reshaping conference landscape. Will this move ignite new rivalries and boost attendance? Dave Schultz breaks down the Sun Belt's latest expansion, analyzing Louisiana Tech's transition from Conference USA. He examines the negotiation timeline, potential expedited entry, and implications for existing Sun Belt members. Schultz explores how the Tech-Louisiana...

Sun Belt Conference football shakeup: New QBs, coaching changes, and conference realignment. Is a dark horse contender emerging?  Part 2 of the 2025 Sun Belt Media Days Preview with Dominic Crosetto from Sun Belt Syndicat. Louisiana's Walker Howard takes center stage as the Ragin' Cajuns aim to repeat. Texas State faces PAC-12 challenges after its first winning season in a decade. South Alabama's...

SUN BELT SHAKEUP: Louisiana Tech joins conference. How will this reshape rivalries and recruiting? Dave Schultz breaks down Louisiana Tech's move to the Sun Belt, analyzing fan reactions and the potential impact on in-state competition. The discussion covers behind-the-scenes details of conference expansion, highlighting the importance of athletic investment. Schultz also examines recent MLB draft...

Sun Belt Conference shakeup: Texas State exits, Louisiana Tech eyes entry. Will this reshape the league's future? Dave Schultz and guest Dominic Crosetto (Sun Belt Syndicate) break down the upcoming 2025 Sun Belt Media Days, analyzing conference realignment's impact and team expectations in the East division. The duo examines JMU and Georgia Southern's potential as division favorites, while dissec...

Dave Schultz breaks down the implications of Louisiana Tech joining the Sun Belt, exploring potential football-only memberships and addressing the overwhelmingly negative fan reactions. The discussion covers historical tensions between Louisiana schools, the possibility of Ohio University as a football-only member, and the Sun Belt's approach to conference realignment. Key figures like Commissione...

SUN BELT EXPANSION HEATS UP: Ohio University eyes move, Louisiana Tech decision looms. Conference realignment shakes the Sun Belt as Ohio University expresses interest in joining.  Host Dave Schultz breaks down the geographical implications and potential impact on basketball and baseball. A crucial CEO phone call discussing Louisiana Tech's possible addition sparks speculation about the conference...

Will the Sun Belt Conference finally crash the College Football Playoff party? Phil Steele, renowned college football analyst, joins to break down the 2025 Sun Belt season. From James Madison's playoff aspirations to Charles Huff's surprising move to Southern Miss, this preview covers it all. Steele analyzes Louisiana and Texas State as West Division favorites, highlighting key players like Walker...

Sun Belt East coaching shake-up: Who's leading the pack? Controversial rankings spark debate as new faces and seasoned veterans vie for supremacy. Dave Schultz breaks down the Sun Belt Conference's Eastern division head coaches, offering bold predictions and in-depth analysis. From Tony Gibson's million-dollar move to Marshall to Clay Helton's surprising success at Georgia Southern, each coach's s...

College sports shakeup: Transfer portal chaos and NIL fallout. Are Sun Belt schools at risk? Dave Schultz breaks down the unintended consequences of new transfer rules and NIL deals in college athletics. He examines how these changes are reshaping team dynamics, from high-profile signings to budget cuts affecting smaller programs. The discussion covers potential limits on transfers, the financial...

SUN BELT WEST COACHES RANKED: Who's leading the pack in 2025? Dave Schultz breaks down the top coaches in the Sun Belt West, analyzing their recent performances and potential for the upcoming season. From Gerad Parker's resilience at Troy to Charles Huff's championship run with Marshall, Schultz offers insights on each coach's strengths and challenges. The discussion covers the impact of player tr...

Is the Sun Belt Conference expanding? Rumors swirl as Louisiana Tech's potential addition remains unconfirmed. Host Dave Schultz analyzes the conference's deliberate approach to expansion and its financial implications. Schultz passionately defends keeping divisions in the Sun Belt, citing their role in maintaining rivalries and team engagement. He breaks down recent seasons to support his argumen...

SUN BELT Conference Shakeup: Texas State's PAC-12 Move and Expansion Rumors Conference realignment rocks the SUN BELT as TEXAS STATE officially joins the PAC-12. Host Dave Schultz breaks down the Bobcats' departure and speculates on potential new members, including EAST CAROLINA and WESTERN KENTUCKY. The episode dissects PHIL STEELE's surprising SUN BELT predictions, with JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY...

Sun Belt Conference shaken by Texas State's potential PAC-12 move. Is the conference's silence a strategic pause or a sign of uncertainty? Dave Schultz breaks down the Sun Belt's lack of response to Texas State's rumored departure, exploring potential additions like Louisiana Tech and ECU. The discussion covers surprising odds for the 2025 football season, with South Alabama, Arkansas State, and O...

Texas State eyes PAC-12 move. Will Sun Belt Conference dynamics shift? Dave Schultz breaks down Texas State's potential conference switch, analyzing financial implications and competitive challenges. The discussion covers Coastal Carolina's baseball triumphs, with Kevin Schnall's Coach of the Year honor and Caden Bodine's Buster Posey Award win. Week 1 Sun Belt matchups take center stage, featurin...

Texas State eyes PAC-12 move: Conference realignment shakeup looms. Will the Bobcats make the leap? Host Dave Schultz breaks down Texas State's potential PAC-12 transition, exploring the process, timeline, and implications for both the Bobcats and Sun Belt Conference. The discussion covers Coastal Carolina's game-changing indoor facility investment and its impact on recruiting. Schultz analyzes ea...