Locked On Gamecocks - Daily Podcast On South Carolina Gamecocks Football & Basketball

Locked On Podcast Network, Andrew Lyon
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Feb 14, 2026 • 33min

BIG CHANGES? Will South Carolina cancel future games? Should they?

Shane Beamer talks about the future South Carolina schedule issues and whether or not they should cancel non-conference games down the road. The Gamecocks went out of their way to schedule multiple P4 non-con games in the future. But, is it worth it if not every team in the SEC or other conferences are doing so? No is the answer. Plus, the Gamecocks start out 2-0 in baseball after opening day double header wins! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social mediaTwitter/X: @vern_funquistTwitter/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.
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Feb 12, 2026 • 35min

SEC SQUAD - Charles Bediako DENIED Eligibility | How This Affects South Carolina

SEC quarterbacks and transfer standouts face NCAA court drama—will preliminary injunctions decide the fate of Ole Miss and Tennessee’s 2026 seasons? Charles Bediako’s denied eligibility sparks debate over how the NCAA and tournament committee will treat Alabama basketball, with Eric Cain, Corey Burton, Stephen Willis, and Jimmy Stein unpacking the legal implications and possible impact on Selection Sunday. Can teams that beat Alabama with Bediako claim extra credit, or will their victories be erased?Transfer portal winners and losers shape future SEC football powerhouses. Devin Tompkins joins Alabama’s defensive line, Deuce Knight gives Ole Miss hope at QB, and Vanderbilt’s offensive upgrades look to smooth the Jared Curtis era. Tennessee’s massive portal class shores up the secondary and defensive front, but quarterback uncertainty lingers. The crew grades their teams’ transfer efforts before shifting to SEC hoops: with Tyler Tanner heating up for Vanderbilt and Rick Barnes searching for consistency at Tennessee, is March Madness destiny or disappointment for SEC contenders? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Feb 12, 2026 • 24min

HOT TAKE: South Carolina needs ONE THING more than anything else in 2026

There are a lot of things South Carolina needs in order to be successful in 2026, but there's ONE Thing they need more than anything else if they're going to turn things around next year. Chris Marler breaks down what that is, and why he thinks there's no doubt they'll get it. Plus, 4 former USC players were invited to the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. Rahusl Faison, Nick Barrett, Brandon Cisse, and Jalon Kilgore are all headed to Indy. Which player stands to make the most money and biggest name for himself there? We talk about it. JOIN THE EVERYDAYER CLUBhttps://lockedongamecocks.supercast.com/Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social mediaTwitter/X: @vern_funquistTwitter/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.
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Feb 11, 2026 • 29min

INSANE: South Carolina's Davonte Miles arrested on drug charges

South Carolina backup DL Davonte Miles was arrested on Tuesday for possession with intent to distribute marijuana. If that wasn't dumb enough, WHERE he was arrested will make you irate. Chris Marler explains what happened and why the stupidity of it may mean he doesn't deserve a second chance in Columbia. Plus we talk about the "roster full of freaks" comment from On3's Ari Wasserman and Andy Staples about South Carolina's roster. We also talk about why it's not just who was listed but the positions they play as to why it's so important. #southcarolinafootball #SECfootball #Gamecocks JOIN THE EVERYDAYER CLUBhttps://lockedongamecocks.supercast.com/Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social mediaTwitter/X: @vern_funquistTwitter/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.
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Feb 10, 2026 • 29min

Classic HBC! Steve Spurrier calls out Dabo over tampering

Steve Spurrier calls out Dabo Swinney with a little not so subtle advice on his complaints on tampering. The HBC tells his former rival that there are clearly no more rules, and he's gonna have start paying for players like the rest of the country. Plus, Marler makes a case for why South Carolina CANNOT fire Lamont Paris. Not because he deserves to stay at USC, but because South Carolina cannot allow paying him $10 million at the expense at other successful sports. #southcarolinafootball #gamecockfootball #SECfootball JOIN THE EVERYDAYER CLUBhttps://lockedongamecocks.supercast.com/Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social mediaTwitter/X: @vern_funquistTwitter/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.
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Feb 9, 2026 • 29min

CULTURE COUNTS: Dylan Stewart staying at South Carolina speaks VOLUMES

In an interview last week, Dylan Stewart explained why he decided to stay at South Carolina, and the answer speaks volumes about the culture at South Carolina and the character of Stewart himself. Plus, South Carolina women's basketball hands Tennessee their worst loss in program history. And, Nick Emmanwori and Earnest Jones IV win the Super Bowl with Seattle! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social mediaTwitter/X: @vern_funquistTwitter/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.
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Feb 7, 2026 • 28min

ELITE? Why the South Carolina D-Line will take a HUGE step forward in 2026

What South Carolina position unit will make the biggest step forward from last season to this season? Chris Marler thinks it's the defensive line, and that the level of production and roster construction may mean the best South Carolina D-Line in over a decade. He explains why. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social mediaTwitter/X: @vern_funquistTwitter/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.
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Feb 5, 2026 • 34min

SEC SQUAD - Quarterbacks FIGHTING for more eligibility | How this Affects South Carolina

Joey Aguilar and Trinidad Chambliss fight for another year of college football eligibility—will their battles reshape the NCAA’s rules for good? The SEC squad break down the riveting legal cases, explore the NCAA’s inconsistencies, and debate what extended eligibility could mean for roster spots, NIL deals, and the future of the sport.The panel tackles the SEC’s move to a nine-game conference schedule and questions if it puts teams at a disadvantage compared to the Big Ten’s cupcake scheduling. Plus, they spotlight Kentucky under new coach Will Stein—can a portal-heavy Wildcats roster really disrupt the league, or does a brutal schedule doom their chances? Tune in for hot takes on schedule strength, SEC playoff odds, and how changing eligibility and realignment are shaking up college football’s power dynamic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Feb 5, 2026 • 26min

NSD 2026: South Carolina signs HISTORIC class on Signing Day

Shane Beamer and Darren Uscher do it again. South Carolina wraps up the 2026 National Signing Day with the highest ranked per player average in program history. The Gamecocks finished with a historic class in a number of ways and we dive into all of them. South Carolina hasn't missed hardly at all this offseason and today was no different. We talk about all of it and what it means moving forward. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTubeLocked 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.
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Feb 4, 2026 • 28min

HUGE! South Carolina's biggest advantage NOBODY is talking about

South Carolina may be coming off a 4-8 season, but they have ONE advantage over every other team in the SEC that nobody is talking about. We dive into it and explain the one thing Gamecock fans should be supremely confident in. Plus, we talk about David Pollack's bold take that LaNorris Sellers could take a Fernando Mendoza-esque jump in 2026 from 2025. JOIN THE EVERYDAYER CLUBhttps://lockedongamecocks.supercast.com/Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social mediaTwitter/X: @vern_funquistTwitter/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.

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