Locked On Vandy – Daily Podcast on Vanderbilt University Commodores Football and Basketball

Vanderbilt Commodores shake up the depth chart as Walter Taylor returns from Ball State—not as a quarterback, but as a potential breakout tight end. Can Taylor replicate Eli Stowers’ meteoric rise, or will his unique athleticism carve out a new offensive identity for Vandy? Corey Burton explores how Taylor’s position switch, the revamped tight end room, and Tim Beck’s creative offensive packages c...

Very exhausted, lackluster performance from Vanderbilt in a 80-64 loss to the Texas Longhorns. Commodores fall to 16-1. Up next is the Florida Gators at home 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. Click here to learn more...

Vanderbilt Commodores’ offense receives a game-changing jolt as 14 portal additions and high-profile recruits set the stage for big-play fireworks next season. Can new faces like Cole Adams and Beau Johnson transform the identity under Clark Lea and coordinator Tim Beck, even after losing difference-makers like Diego Pavia and Eli Stowers? Corey Burton examines whether this revamped roster is pois...

Vanderbilt Commodores supercharge their offense by landing Old Dominion transfer Ja'Cory Thomas, a true X receiver with size, physicality, and red zone prowess. Can Thomas, alongside Cole Adams in the slot and Junior Sherrill at Z, transform Vanderbilt’s passing attack and spark immediate competition for starting roles? Recent roster moves add depth and athleticism, setting the stage for a fiercel...

Vanderbilt Commodores ignite fresh hope for 2026 after a transfer portal surge led by Head Coach Clark Lea. Former Alabama standouts Cole Adams and Micah DeBose join a reshaped offense, promising a dynamic slot option and a physical upgrade on the line. Can this influx of SEC-tested talent elevate Vanderbilt’s scoring threat and consistency? Corey Burton and Mike Huseman weigh in on how these stra...

Vanderbilt Commodores surge in the college football portal, with Clark Lea assembling a stellar transfer class that has fans buzzing—can the Commodores sustain this unprecedented momentum? Corey Burton spotlights big-name targets like Boo Carter, Ja'Cory Thomas, and Nitro Tuggle, breaking down the high-stakes recruiting battles against rivals like South Carolina and Colorado. Fresh off a 10-3 seas...

Tyler Tanner drops 29 as Vanderbilt knocks off Alabama 96-90. Corey joined Isaac Schade on Locked On College Basketball to react. #likeandsubscribe #anchordown #vanderbiltbasketball 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. C...

Vanderbilt Commodores strengthen their offensive line as Lyndon Cooper, standout center from Pittsburgh, commits to the program. Can this high-profile addition elevate Vanderbilt’s offense to elite status and turn them into true SEC contenders? Corey Burton breaks down Cooper’s athleticism, experience, and immediate fit alongside key linemen like Beau Johnson and Cade McConnell. The podcast covers...

Ole Miss carries SEC football’s hopes into the final showdown against Miami, sparking debate about conference pride and Lane Kiffin’s polarizing legacy. Can Trinidad Chambliss deliver another electrifying performance and put the Rebels—and the SEC—back on top while the Big Ten threatens a historic championship streak? The panel weighs playoff implications, conference narratives, and whether this C...

Vanderbilt Commodores square off against Alabama Crimson Tide in a high-stakes SEC basketball showdown. Can Mark Byington keep Vandy unbeaten and cement their status as legitimate contenders? After Nate Oats provides bulletin board material by questioning Vanderbilt’s schedule, the Memorial Gym atmosphere promises to be electric, packed with recruits and high expectations. Corey Burton previews ke...

Vanderbilt Commodores football could be set for an offensive explosion as explosive wide receiver duo Nitro Tuggle and Ja'Cory Thomas eye a move to Nashville. Can the addition of these playmakers, alongside top QB prospect Jared Curtis, transform Vanderbilt’s aerial attack and keep the Commodores at the top of the SEC? Corey Burton highlights the game-changing potential of Tuggle and Thomas, their...

Vanderbilt Commodores are building a future contender as Clark Lea lands a massive transfer portal haul featuring four standout recruits—including Beau Johnson from North Dakota State and former Texas A&M four-star Cobey Sellers. Offensive line prospects like Johnson and potential additions such as Lyndon Cooper and Eric Daugherty promise immediate upgrades, while defensive pickups Talan Carter an...

Vanderbilt Commodores land explosive flex tight end Jayvontay Conner from East Carolina, igniting new possibilities for Tim Beck’s offense. Can Connor’s physicality and versatility make the Commodores’ attack one of the most dynamic in the SEC? The debate heats up as Trey Richardson exits via the transfer portal, leaving questions about the wide receiver corps and overall offensive identity. Corey...

One of the most important portal moves for Vanderbilt is keeping Tre Richardson out of the portal. He is explosive and multi-faceted and provides a nice boost to this offense. Vanderbilt has other moves to make as well and already some big action with some exciting pieces to add. Basketball opened conference play with a 83-71 victory over South Carolina and did so without the help of Duke Miles. T...

Vanderbilt eyes a seismic leap in the transfer portal, targeting elite game-changers like Nitro Tuggle to supercharge their offense. With rising star quarterback Jared Curtis poised to take over, Corey Burton explores the pivotal positions—especially offensive line, edge rusher, wide receiver, and safety—where the Commodores must go from just filling gaps to landing top-tier talent and beating out...

The Iowa Hawkeyes dominate Vanderbilt in the trenches on their way to a 34-27 victory in the Reliaquest Bowl. It was a tough way to end a historic season, but the fight was there and the culture foundation is built, now Vanderbilt needs to build on that in the portal and beyond. #anchordown  Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer...

Vanderbilt eyes a program-defining moment as they battle Iowa in the ReliaQuest Bowl—can the Commodores cap their season with an exclamation point and boost their recruiting power? Corey Burton previews the high-stakes matchup, spotlighting how the absence of Eli Stowers will challenge Vanderbilt’s offense and which rising stars like Cole Spence and Bryson Coleman must step up. The episode unpacks...

Vanderbilt Commodores primed to dominate the ReliaQuest Bowl behind Diego Pavia’s explosive dual-threat ability. Can Iowa’s vaunted defense withstand Vanderbilt’s dynamic offense without key playmaker Eli Stowers? Hosts Corey Burton, Matthew Perkins, and Josh Cook break down the pivotal quarterback showdown between Pavia and Iowa’s Mark Gronowski, highlighting crucial third-down battles and the ch...

Is Diego Pavia the most electrifying player in college football, or just misunderstood? Vanderbilt faces Iowa in a high-stakes bowl matchup as Mike Huesmann and Corey Burton tackle headlines surrounding Pavia’s on-field antics, his potential WWE future, and a pivotal lawsuit seeking extra NCAA eligibility for top players. The conversation unpacks Pavia’s magnetic persona, the post-Heisman drama, a...

Vanderbilt Commodores gear up to silence critics in the Reliaquest Bowl as Diego Pavia seeks redemption and NFL attention. Is this the statement win that proves Vanderbilt belongs in the College Football Playoff? Despite Eli Stowers opting out, the Commodores aim to break records and showcase their depth against a formidable Iowa Hawkeyes squad known for its elite offensive line. Can Pavia adjust...

Three SEC powerhouses—Alabama, Georgia, and Ole Miss—remain in the hunt for a College Football Playoff title, but which squad has the edge to secure a national championship? The panel debates playoff predictions, debating the strengths and vulnerabilities of Alabama, Lane Kiffin’s Ole Miss, and the ever-dominant Georgia Bulldogs. Can Ole Miss pull off a Disney-worthy run? Will Georgia’s balanced a...

Vanderbilt Commodores gear up for the ReliaQuest Bowl as five-and-a-half-point favorites over Iowa, facing a gritty Hawkeyes defense renowned for its physical style and knack for turning games into slugfests. Corey Burton breaks down how Vanderbilt’s patient offense, led by Diego Pavia, might adjust with Eli Stowers opting out. Who will step up as the new safety net—Tre Richardson, Brycean Coleman...

Vanderbilt Commodores brace for a gritty showdown against Iowa in the Reliquaque West Bowl, where defensive discipline and patience will be tested by the Joe Moore Award-winning Hawkeyes offensive line. Can Diego Pavia outduel Mark Gronowski and exploit gaps against Iowa’s relentless defense, or will turnovers and field position dictate the pace in this must-see matchup? Corey Burton highlights st...

Nitro Tuggle emerges as the transfer portal’s hottest name, and his potential move could make Vanderbilt Commodores must-watch football in 2026. Corey Burton breaks down why Tuggle’s dynamic playmaking—paired with quarterback Jared Curtis—would electrify the Commodore offense and shift the SEC narrative. Can Clark Lea’s staff land this game-changing receiver and strengthen Vandy’s evolving recruit...

Eli Stowers’ decision to opt out of the ReliaQuest Bowl sends shockwaves through the Vanderbilt Commodores’ offense—will Diego Pavia adjust without his top security blanket, or is the attack set for a steep decline? Corey Burton examines the implications of Stowers’ bowl game absence, projecting how playmakers like Cole Spence and Bryson Coleman must step up and how Tim Beck might overhaul personn...