The Portal - Daily College Recruiting and NIL Podcast

Ohio State added another top-notch defensive tackle recruit. Will the Buckeyes possess even more talent in 2026 than they do in 2025? Miami strikes again, and more to come. Iowa and Minnesota land recruits.  Plus, the latest decommitments and Transfer Portal news. The latter includes one of the most explosive players in college football entering the Portal. @fbscout_florida  On X @LO_ThePortal  Ti...

Transfer Portal prices are going up; way up. There’s one Transfer Portal window, and schools are going to risk losing out if they don’t pay up. Kansas State’s Dylan Edwards, along with key offensive and defensive linemen, are discussed as to why Portal prices will rise. There’s also the example of Texas Tech. Are the Red Raiders the example every program will go by for how to run their offseason a...

Transfer Portal quarterbacks can be surprisingly good. Today’s show focuses on Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza, Auburn’s Ashton Daniels, and Ole Miss signal-caller Trinidad Chambliss, as players who hit that many did not foresee. There’s also the question of what we learn from the past couple of years of Transfer Portal quarterbacks? Did Diego Pavia ruin expectations for fans who will automatically bel...

Penn State’s coaching search includes Brent Key of Georgia Tech. Today’s Locked On The Portal Podcast identifies Keys’ strengths as a coach, and how he would fit into PSU if he chose to leave Georgia Tech. There are more top Penn State coaching candidates to qualify on this episode, plus the latest Transfer Portal & recruiting information. @fbscout_florida  On X @LO_ThePortal  TikTok @lockedonthep...

Ole Miss football took a hit with the new Transfer Portal rules because Lane Kiffin and his staff had mastered finding diamonds in the rough from both the winter and spring Portal windows. Half of Kiffin’s equation was removed. The new college football Transfer Portal rules eliminated the spring window. The only open Transfer Portal window was announced as Jan. 2 through Jan. 16. I’ll explain how...

Tennessee’s Transfer Portal decisions – or misses as some would say – cost them versus Oklahoma. Vols fans are not happy about it. Today’s discussion targets what Josh Heupel and the Tennessee staff should have done differently during the offseason to avoid three losses by early November. The good news stems from the talented recruiting class, led by quarterback Faizon Brandon. How quickly will Br...

Which one of Florida State, Michigan State, and Wisconsin is the most likely to fire its respective head coach? None of Mike Norvell, Jonathan Smith, or Luke Fickell is living up to expectations, nor anything close to them. So why isn’t there more discussion about them being ousted? I explain on today’s show. I also present why the timing of possible head coaching firings greatly impacts the Trans...

Michigan State fans have had enough; the Spartan faithful desire head coach Jonathan Smith to be fired. I back up why the MSU fans deserve for that to happen. Unfortunately, I have some bad news to share with why that’s going to cost the Spartans beyond the buyout. Michigan State’s roster will likely be raided by other schools. Plus, Nick Marsh will command serious money if he enters the Transfer...

Miami’s College Football Playoff ranking was too low at #18. Why are the Hurricanes being overlooked, especially as it relates to Notre Dame? Along with Locked On Canes host, we will discuss the real reasons Miami is getting the shaft. What can Miami do to climb into the Playoff discussion? Donno and I have strong opinions for what needs to happen next for the Hurricanes. @fbscout_florida  On X @L...

Notre Dame comes in at #10 in the initial College Football Playoff Rankings. Too high? Just right? I explain why Notre Dame is a good barometer for what to expect throughout the Playoff Rankings. Hint: Many people will not like it. As always on the Live Show, the latest recruiting news, which includes former Colorado commitment Emanuel Ruffin back on the recruiting market. A close examination of h...

Oklahoma’s huge win at Tennessee changes the outlook for the Sooners’ 2025 season, and possibly for the tenure of head coach Brent Venables. Does the Oklahoma fanbase believe in Venables and this staff? If not, what do they need to do to gain the full trust of the OU faithful? @fbscout_florida  On X @LO_ThePortal  TikTok @lockedontheportal Support us by supporting our sponsors! DoorDash With DoorD...

Florida State’s Mike Norvell might be avoiding the chopping block. Not only did FSU beat Wake Forest 42 to 7 this past Saturday, the Noles added three recruits in the last couple of days. Today’s show explains why that matters not only for Noles fans, but other schools as well. I break down the latest commitments and decommitments. It has been a busy last 24 hours. @fbscout_florida  On X @LO_ThePo...

Lane Kiffin is the primary focus for Florida’s coaching search. Should Kiffin be No. 1? How long should the UF administration wait if Kiffin decides to coach Ole Miss into the College Football Playoff? Additionally, the Gators must give considerations for holding the roster together and not losing several recruits. The longer the coaching search moves on, the more damaging it may become. @fbscout_...

Today’s live show begins the Transfer Portal player process. A few top names are already entering, like Ashton Stamps from LSU, and more to come. Today’s episode discusses these top players and what’s next. The latest commitments and recruiting news, as always, will be topics. That includes the first of many expected Auburn decommitments. @fbscout_florida  On X @LO_ThePortal  TikTok @lockedonthepo...

My take on which coach LSU should hire probably differs from many Tigers fans. Same can likely be said of LSU broadcaster Matt Moscona, who joins the show to discuss top candidates. We also go over how the LSU staff keeps as many top recruits and players on the roster. @fbscout_florida  On X @LO_ThePortal  TikTok @lockedontheportal Support us by supporting our sponsors! Peloton Let yourself run, l...

After firing Hugh Freeze, Auburn’s administration has many tough decisions to make to find a replacement. Hire DJ Durkin, the current defensive coordinator? Perhaps another coach with ties to the state of Alabama? I break it down with Locked On Auburn’s Zac Blackerby! @fbscout_florida  On X @LO_ThePortal  TikTok @lockedontheportal Support us by supporting our sponsors! Peloton Let yourself run, li...

Miami has a Mario Cristobal problem. There are multiple layers of ridiculous coaching decisions. Can it be fixed? Possibly, but that means Cristobal has to change. Is he willing to change? Texas Tech adds a 5-star quarterback. Are the Red Raiders capable of staying toward the top of college football’s elite? I also discuss which teams have a legit shot at the College Football Playoff after another...

What if Penn State took a key cog away from rival Ohio State, Brian Hartline? Serious smoke has arisen from that discussion and it’s the primary topic for today’s show. Of course, how does Penn State navigate recruiting and its roster during this uncertain time? That’s another point of discussion that is addressed today. @fbscout_florida  On X @LO_ThePortal  TikTok @lockedontheportal Support us by...

To begin, 2027 top recruit Joshua Douthard’s profile. He was electric in the game I watched live last night, scoring three touchdowns.  The latest commitments and decommitments follow, and a reminder of what’s about to happen. Finally, I need to discuss the LSU AD situation. Scott Woodward is out, and how will the next LSU head football coach really be selected. I give my take. @fbscout_florida  O...

The coaching carousel is madness! Still to come, some school will give a coach a 10-year contract that fails miserably. Here’s why schools should say no to the long-term guaranteed contracts. Plus, which coaches should LSU, Florida, and Penn State take a hard look at? A few names to ponder that some people may not consider. @fbscout_florida  On X @LO_ThePortal  TikTok @lockedontheportal Support us...

Miami flipped a top Clemson recruit! Is this the beginning of the Hurricanes pushing for a possible top 8 class? Perhaps top 5? A look at the latest recruiting news, including commitments and decommitments. @fbscout_florida  On X @LO_ThePortal  TikTok @lockedontheportal Support us by supporting our sponsors! Peloton Let yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Trai...

Brent Venables cannot skate on by; he must find a way to ignite Oklahoma despite an end to the season with games at Tennessee, at Alabama, and home to LSU. Does he have enough ammo to stay employed at 8-4? 7-5? The SEC needs to at least reach the College Football Final this year. Will it happen? If it does, which team will be the one to accomplish that goal? @fbscout_florida  On X @LO_ThePortal  T...

Not enough people provide Lane Kiffin with the credit he’s deserved for building the Ole Miss roster via the Transfer Portal. Most teams fail with that method, but why not Kiffin? Speaking of Kiffin, does he have sincere interest in the LSU job? How much will timing impact where he ends up coaching in 2026? @fbscout_florida  On X @LO_ThePortal  TikTok @lockedontheportal Support us by supporting ou...

College football coaching carousel intel and predictions come today, with Lane Kiffin sitting at the top of the list. Looking at not only top head coaches making moves, but coordinators college football fans need to know. @fbscout_florida  On X @LO_ThePortal  TikTok @lockedontheportal Support us by supporting our sponsors! Peloton Let yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Pel...

Indiana football’s Transfer Portal wins are incredible. Curt Cignetti & the Hoosiers found more gems from the G6 and FCS level who become big-time players than any other major college football program. It’s time to break it down. The Hoosiers are on a collision course with Ohio State. Can the Hoosiers knock off the defending national champions? @fbscout_florida  On X @LO_ThePortal  TikTok @lockedo...