Locked On Sun Devils - Daily Podcast On Arizona State Sun Devils Football & Basketball

NIL rules shake up college sports landscape. Will the "House settlement" revolutionize athlete compensation or lead to under-the-table deals? The Big 12 Squad dissects recent changes to Name, Image, and Likeness regulations, exploring their impact on schools, athletes, and sports programs. From BYU's recruiting strategies to Title IX implications, the hosts offer insider perspectives on the evolvi...

Big 12 quarterbacks dominate college football and may run the nation in talent. Is Sam Leavitt truly the conference's top signal-caller? Leavitt has the best claim to the throne, but don't forget about Baylor Sawyer Robertson.  The two have serious breakout potential after already successful 2024 seasons. Richie Bradshaw analyzes the Big 12's impressive quarterback lineup, ranking the top five, in...

NCAA House settlement reshapes college athletics landscape. Will Arizona State University athletics emerge as a consistent contender in the Big 12 Conference? Richie Bradshaw analyzes the $2.8 billion settlement's impact on recruiting, player retention, and program building. He explores how the $20.5 million "salary cap" for each Division 1 program could level the playing field between powerhouses...

Sun Devils QB Sam Leavitt is all about improving... but sets his sights on a Heisman trophy and National Championship. Can Arizona State University football reach new heights in the upcoming season? Richie Bradshaw analyzes Leavitt's impressive 2024 campaign, including his Big 12 Freshman of the Year award and ASU's first-ever College Football Playoff appearance -- one that Leavitt was a major cat...

Big 12 football shakeup: Conference merger talks heat up as Brett Yormark takes on the SEC. Is a new Power 3 on the horizon? Drake and the squad break down the potential Big 12-ACC merger, analyzing its impact on college football's landscape. The conversation shifts to Commissioner Yormark's bold stance against SEC dominance and the ongoing Jake Retzlaff situation at BYU. Jake Hatch from Locked on...

The PAC-12 is attempting to become a phoenix of sorts and return from the ashes, and the Arizona State Sun Devils and Utah Utes could face a pivotal decision as their old conference comes calling for them. Should they return to their former conference or stick with the Big 12? Richie Bradshaw and J.T. Wistrcill analyze the financial and competitive aspects of both conferences. They explore Arizona...

Big 12 football is at a crossroads. With SEC politics heating up and the Big 12's competitive edge in question, what does the future hold for college football? Dive into the latest controversies surrounding BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff's legal issues and Texas Tech booster Cody Campbell's financial influence. Hosts Drake Toll, Jake Catch, and others dissect Greg Sankey's SEC maneuvers, the implic...

Can the Arizona State Sun Devils, Kansas State Wildcats, and the Big 12 Conference reshape the college football landscape? With proposed changes to the College Football Playoff format, the stakes have never been higher. This Locked On Crossover episode dives into the potential impact of SEC commissioner Greg Sankey's proposed 5-11 CFP proposal, which Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark has long supp...

  Sam Leavitt says keep your money, because I'm a Sun Devil, baby! Can the Arizona State Sun Devils football team thrive in the NIL era? With Leavitt choosing ASU over lucrative offers from countless other big-name programs, the Sun Devils are making waves in college football. Explore how Kenny Dillingham's culture-first approach is reshaping the Arizona State University football landscape, emphas...

Is a 16-team college football playoff the game-changer the Big 12 needs? Dive into the buzz as the Big 12 Squad tackles this hot topic, exploring the potential impact on the Florida Gators and other powerhouse teams. With Chris Level and Drake leading the charge, the conversation heats up around the playoff proposal, beer sales at college stadiums, and Texas A&M's challenging year. Drake's new per...

Can  Arizona State Sun Devils Football surpass LOFTY expectations in 2025? The Arizona State Sun Devils are gearing up for the 2025 season with a fresh perspective and MASSIVE fan expectations. Head coach Kenny Dillingham knows where the heads of the fans are at, but his recent comments have sparked discussions about the team's goals, emphasizing growth over championship titles. Dillingham says to...

Cam Skattebo is set to redefine the New York Giants' offense. Could this Arizona State Sun Devils standout be the key to a new era for the Giants? Well, if it looks like a duck and quacks like a duck, then it's a duck... if he runs like a Giant and plays like a Giant, then he's a Giant. Hence, the New Yorker's attitude that The People's Running Back has made him a perfect fit for the G-Men. Richie...

Is Sam Leavitt the best quarterback in College Football? Arizona State Sun Devils' star quarterback, Sam Leavitt, is making waves in the Big 12 and beyond. Could he be the nation's top QB? Richie Bradshaw passionately argues Leavitt's case, highlighting his dual-threat capabilities and impressive stats. Nothing has changed for the star quarterback, including Jordyn Tyson, between the coaching staf...

Can the Big 12's quarterback talent redefine college football's competitive landscape? With standout players like Sam Levitt and Sawyer Robertson leading the charge, the Big 12 is poised to challenge the dominance of other conferences. Dive into the dynamics of Utah's passionate fan base and its pivotal role in the Big 12, drawing parallels to Texas's historical influence. The episode also explore...

Is the ACC's potential division restructuring a game-changer or a misstep? As the Big 12 Squad dives into the latest college football buzz, they explore the implications of North Carolina's rumored Big Ten move and the ripple effects on the college sports landscape. With insights from Drake, Cameron, and other panelists, the discussion covers player transfers, tampering allegations, and the impact...

Arizona State Sun Devils Football: Recruiting Revolution and Transfer Triumphs. Can the Arizona State Sun Devils football team maintain their momentum after a College Football Playoff appearance? With a surge in high-profile recruits and strategic use of the transfer portal, the Sun Devils are reshaping their future. Head coach Kenny Dillingham's dynamic recruiting style is attracting top talent v...

Shedeur Sanders' unexpected fall to the fifth round of the NFL draft has left many questioning the evaluators' decisions. Could the Colorado quarterback's high-profile background and interview performance have influenced his draft position? This episode unpacks the factors behind Sanders' draft journey, featuring insights from Drake Toll, Cody Stovall, JT West, Nick Maravetz, and Parker Greenswort...

Could TV ratings decide the College Football Playoff? This controversial idea could reshape the landscape for teams like the Florida Gators and Utah Utes. Dive into the latest buzz around conference realignment, with Utah potentially eyeing a Big Ten move. How will this impact their playoff chances? The episode also explores the growing influence of NIL deals on college sports, highlighting dispar...

Unveiling the Arizona State Sun Devils' 2025 football home game themes, this episode promises a thrilling exploration of uniform themes and game-day excitement. With the Sun Devils gearing up for a blackout game against TCU, a maroon monsoon awaiting Texas State, and projected throwbacks against Arizona, fans are in for a treat as Richie Bradshaw breaks down the significance of each theme, from th...

Arizona State Sun Devils Football: Recruiting Powerhouse in the Making?! The ASU Sun Devils are making waves in college football recruiting, with a top 15 class poised to break into the top 10. Will the Sun Devils capitalize on MASSIVE visits over the next two weekends? Could they dominate the summer recruiting scene? Richie Bradshaw explores the Sun Devils' recruiting strategy, spotlighting key f...

Nico Iamaleava's transfer portal saga shakes the college football world. How will Tennessee Volunteers and other programs adapt to the evolving landscape of NIL deals and scholarship changes? Explore the latest buzz in college football as hosts Jake Hatch, Parker Ainsworth, and others dissect the implications of NIL deals on recruitment and player retention. The episode features insights from Chri...

Arizona State Sun Devils fans, are you ready for a game-changing discussion? Now that Sam Leavitt proved he won't enter the Transfer Portal and is committed long-term to the program, the questions about the Sun Devils' future odds of running the Big 12 Conference and if/when NIL explodes in Tempe are rising again. Discover the latest buzz around ASU football with Richie Bradshaw and Drake Toll at...

The Spring window for the NCAA Transfer Portal opened up today, and the Arizona State Sun Devils football sustained minimal losses. The biggest names from the group included running back Alton McCaskill, defensive lineman JP Deeter, and quarterback Navi Bruzon. None saw the field much last season and were battling for playing time in deeper position groups. Not among those leaving is Sam Leavitt,...

Can the Arizona State Sun Devils Football team secure a game-changing quarterback? Is a BIG NAME TRANSFER on the agenda? The Arizona Sun Devils are eyeing the transfer portal for a potential quarterback to bolster their roster. The team faces a critical decision with Sam Leavitt's possible NFL draft declaration looming, with zero quarterbacks expected to return for next season with significant col...

Tennessee Vols fans hope for a new, exciting quarterback to replace former five-star Nico Iamaleava, who entered the NCAA Transfer Portal this weekend. Their fans dream of landing Arizona State Sun Devils' star Sam Leavitt... but they should give up on that now. Richie Bradshaw sets the record straight and explores why Leavitt, a fan favorite and key player for the Sun Devils, will never leave ASU...