

Locked On Gamecocks - Daily Podcast On South Carolina Gamecocks Football & Basketball
Locked On Podcast Network, Andrew Lyon
Locked On Gamecocks podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the South Carolina Gamecocks. Hosted by University of South Carolina graduate and longtime fan Andrew Lyon, the Locked On Gamecocks podcast provides your daily South Carolina Gamecocks fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things Gamecocks. From the legendary Williams-Brice Stadium to the electrifying Colonial Life Arena, and everywhere in between, the Locked On Gamecocks podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside the Gamecocks locker room and the SEC. The Locked On Gamecocks podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
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Nov 25, 2025 • 31min
MAKE OR BREAK? Would Shane Beamer be fired with a loss to Clemson?
Chris Marler and Mike Bratton preview the South Carolina-Clemson game. They talk about the keys to winning, most important players, and score predictions. They also weigh in on what a win would do for Shane Beamer, a loss would mean for LaNorris Sellers staying, and how much the offensive performance matters to Mike Furrey becoming the next OC. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @verndumbquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 24, 2025 • 28min
South Carolina OC Latest: Should Shane Beamer hire Mike Furrey?
Shane Beamer has a massive decision to make for his new offensive coordinator. It is the most important decision of his head coaching tenure, and the right guy might already be in the building. BUT, would hiring from within be the best move? We talk about the latest with the OC search at South Carolina. Plus we recap a HUGE win over Coastal Carolina. And, start to preview Clemson-South Carolina game for this Saturday and what LaNorris Sellers and the Gamecocks have to do to win on Saturday. #southcarolina #Gamecocks #secfootball #collegefootball Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 21, 2025 • 27min
"Everything SUCKS." And, South Carolina loses another 4 Star commit
South Carolina loses another four star commitment. RB Amari Thomas flips to Florida State. We talk about the next steps and the pivotal shift of what this staff needs to do. Also, Shane Beamer talks to the media about the perception of "everything sucks" and outside negativity. We weigh in, and explain why he's not wrong. Plus, we preview the Coastal Carolina game and how this weekend could serve as a huge step forward from last week and heading into the Clemson game. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @verndumbquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 20, 2025 • 37min
SEC SQUAD - Predicting Week Thirteen for the South Carolina Gamecocks
Lane Kiffin's potential departure from Ole Miss dominates SEC headlines as both Florida and LSU reportedly offer massive guaranteed contracts. Is the Rebels coach truly losing sleep over leaving Oxford during their best season in decades?The SEC Squad breaks down Week 13's most critical matchups, including Vanderbilt's historic playoff push against Kentucky and Diego Pavia's Heisman candidacy. The panel analyzes Oklahoma-Missouri's defensive battle featuring the nation's leading rusher Ahmad Hardy, Tennessee's two-decade curse in Gainesville, and Alabama's anxiety-filled Iron Bowl preparation. Hosts from Locked On Bama, Locked On Ole Miss, Locked On Vandy, Locked On Sooners, and Locked On Mizzou provide insider perspectives on coaching carousel chaos, the broken college football calendar, and why Eli Drinkwitz might stay at Missouri despite external speculation.Tune in for expert analysis on the coaching moves reshaping the SEC and the games that will define conference playoff positioning. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 20, 2025 • 24min
Is Beamer DELUSIONAL or a GENIUS? 🤯 Gamecocks’ CFP Path
Shane Beamer just called his shot — South Carolina is going to the College Football Playoff next year. 👀🔥 In today’s episode, we break down exactly what he said, why he said it, and what it would actually take for the Gamecocks to make that kind of historic leap in 2026. We’ll dive into: 🏈 Beamer’s confidence — real belief or recruiting tactic? 🐔 The path South Carolina would need in the new 12-team CFP format 🎙️ And whether fans should buy in or pump the brakes PLUS: Chris Marler reacts to Beamer’s bold statement and what it means for the program moving forward. 👇 Comment below: Is this belief or unrealistic hype? 📌 Subscribe for more SEC + South Carolina coverage #SouthCarolinaFootball #ShaneBeamer #Gamecocks #CFP #CollegeFootballPlayoff #SECFootball #CollegeFootball #NIL #TransferPortal #ChrisMarler #Podcast #CFBNews Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @verndumbquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 17, 2025 • 29min
ROCK BOTTOM: South Carolina loses 31-30 & hits new historic low
South Carolina made history on Saturday, and not in a good way. Their 30-3 blown lead is the worst in the SEC in the last 21 years. It's a new low for the program and raises a lot of questions moving forward. The loss included a super viral moment with a stadium police officer and Nyck Harbor. It was a day to forget and we recap it all. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 13, 2025 • 30min
📺 South Carolina vs Texas A&M Preview | Can the Gamecocks Pull the Upset?
South Carolina heads to College Station for a massive SEC showdown against Texas A&M — and this matchup has everything on the line. Shane Beamer’s squad has shown resilience, flashes of offensive promise, and big-time playmaking from LaNorris Sellers… but can they put it together for four quarters? The Aggies, meanwhile, are rolling, balanced, and quietly building CFP momentum behind a dominant defense and efficient QB play. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social mediaTwitter/X: @verndumbquistTwitter/X: @LockedOnSCFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 13, 2025 • 34min
SEC SQUAD - Predicting Week Twelve for the South Carolina Gamecocks
The argument that BYU and Utah are undervalued by the College Football Playoff Committee often centers on a deep-seated institutional and brand bias that favors traditional powerhouses. Despite both teams—especially after joining the new P4 conference—amassing solid resumes, the committee’s ranking logic appears inconsistent when compared to peer teams from the SEC or Big Ten. For BYU, the undervaluation is evident even in their best years. When the Cougars were undefeated, they were often ranked below one-loss teams from the perceived “elite” conferences, suggesting a penalty for a lack of "brand credibility" rather than on-field performance. After their first loss, the drop in rankings is often precipitous, falling behind two-loss teams like Texas or Oklahoma, who benefit from the narrative of “quality losses.” This differential treatment suggests the committee rewards the mere potential or reputation of established programs more than the actual, tangible Strength of Record (SOR) earned by BYU. Utah’s case highlights the harsh grading curve applied to Big 12 losses. As a consistently tough, defensive-minded program, their two losses this season came against other highly-ranked Big 12 teams (BYU and Texas Tech). Yet, their ranking near No. 13 keeps them just outside the contention tier, a placement often occupied by two-loss teams from other conferences that have a perceived higher overall floor. The Utes' methodical style, coupled with the committee's tendency to devalue close wins or reward teams for "style points," means Utah is held to a higher standard of dominance to secure an elite ranking. Ultimately, both Utah and BYU are fighting not just opponents on the field, but a long-standing culture that rewards historical brand over current results and strength metrics within a less historically favored conference. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 12, 2025 • 22min
“HE DIDN’T GET FIRED!” — Beamer’s Wild Defense Of former OC hires 💥
🎙️ Shane Beamer’s latest comments have Gamecock Nation buzzing — and not in a good way. In this episode, we react to Beamer’s defensive response to critics questioning his track record with coordinator hires. The South Carolina head coach said, “I push back on the narrative that I haven’t gotten these coordinator hires right.” He went on to defend Marcus Satterfield, calling him a “college guy” who helped USC win 7 games in 2023 and “hung 63 on Tennessee,” adding that Satterfield “didn’t get fired.” 😳 We break down why those comments may rub the South Carolina fanbase the wrong way, especially after another disappointing offensive season under Dowell Loggains and the looming search for yet another coordinator. 💬 Topics in this episode: Why Beamer’s defense of Satterfield hits a nerve with fans The disconnect between the program’s performance and Beamer’s messaging What this says about South Carolina’s direction heading into 2026 How this affects Beamer’s credibility during the next OC hire 👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments — is Beamer justified, or out of touch? #Gamecocks #ShaneBeamer #MarcusSatterfield #SouthCarolinaFootball #SpursUp #SECFootball #CollegeFootball #GamecocksPodcast #BeamerBall #USC #GarnetAndBlack #DowellLoggains Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @verndumbquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nov 11, 2025 • 26min
FINISH THE FIGHT 💥 | It’s TIME for LaNorris Sellers to Cut Loose 😤
What. A. Win. 🔥 The South Carolina Gamecocks pulled off an incredible come-from-behind victory over Southern Miss, thanks to Meechie Johnson’s clutch heroics down the stretch 💪🏽 Johnson delivered in every big moment — knocking down huge shots, leading the rally, and reminding fans why he’s one of the most electric guards in the SEC. 3 Things I Want to See in the Final 3 Football Games 👇 1️⃣ Finish the 4th Quarter Strong — no more late-game collapses; time to close out opponents like a veteran team. 2️⃣ LaNorris Sellers Playing Loose & Free — let the kid make plays and show off that dual-threat confidence we saw early in the season. 3️⃣ More Snaps for the Freshman Receivers — it’s time to see the future; give these young playmakers real game reps. 🎙️ Tune in for full analysis, player breakdowns, and what this stretch means for Shane Beamer’s program moving forward! #Gamecocks #SouthCarolina #MeechieJohnson #GoCocks #GamecockBasketball #GamecockFootball #SEC #LaNorrisSellers #ShaneBeamer #USC #CollegeBasketball #CollegeFootball Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vernfunquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


