

Locked On College Football
Locked On Podcast Network, Spencer McLaughlin
Locked On College Football Podcast is your essential daily podcast for staying ahead in the world of college football. Hosted by the insightful D1 college play-by-play announcer Spencer McLaughlin, the Locked On College Football Podcast brings you the latest news, analysis, and insider information that every college football fan craves. From in-depth coverage of realignment and the transfer portal to QB battles and beyond, Spencer keeps you updated on the biggest college football stories from every corner of the country.
Go beyond the headlines and dive into the inside scoops from the biggest stories in every conference locker room. The Locked On College Football Podcast ensures you’re connected to your team and the wider world of college football every day, bringing you closer to the action and the stories that matter. Locked On College Football Podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
Go beyond the headlines and dive into the inside scoops from the biggest stories in every conference locker room. The Locked On College Football Podcast ensures you’re connected to your team and the wider world of college football every day, bringing you closer to the action and the stories that matter. Locked On College Football Podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
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May 29, 2025 • 33min
SEC DESPERATELY Wants to Change the Rules, Big 12 TAKING OVER | Big 12 Squad
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 implications of BYU's honor code, and the role of billionaire alumni like T. Boone Pickens in shaping the Big 12's destiny.Will the Big 12's strategic moves redefine the college football landscape? Tune in for expert analysis and insider perspectives on these pivotal developments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 29, 2025 • 34min
BIG 10 SQUAD - Which SEC Team Makes the most sense for Big Ten Teams?
USC Trojans football is on the brink of a pivotal season. Can Lincoln Riley lead them to a 9-10 win season? With the college football landscape shifting, the Trojans face potential SEC vs Big Ten matchups, and the stakes have never been higher.Join Spencer McLaughlin and a panel of experts, including Mark Culkin and Jacob Goins, as they dissect USC's upcoming challenges and the evolving college football playoff format. The discussion covers key figures like Lincoln Riley and Greg Sankey, while exploring the implications of cross-conference games and playoff changes.Will the Trojans rise to the occasion, or will they falter against formidable opponents? Tune in for an insider's perspective on USC's path to success and the broader college football dynamics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 29, 2025 • 38min
ACC SQUAD - What College Football changes could mean for the ACC
ACC football fans, are you ready for a shake-up? The SEC's Greg Sankey has stirred the pot with his comments on the ACC and Big 12, sparking a debate on conference power dynamics. Dive into the world of college football as we explore the impact of NIL on Clemson's recruiting strategy and the challenges facing the Cal Golden Bears in their ACC journey. With insights from Alex Donno, Jackson Holzer, Morgan Thomas, and Kenton Gibbs, this discussion covers everything from anonymous coaches' takes on Syracuse and NC State to the fairness of College Football Playoff selections.Will the Cal Golden Bears overcome their cross-country hurdles? Can Clemson maintain its competitive edge with NIL? Tune in for expert analysis and insider perspectives. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 29, 2025 • 31min
SHOWDOWN: Big 12/ACC are BATTLING Big 10/SEC for preferred Playoff changes, 11 at-large bids?! Yes.
16-team Playoff formats have been proposed and discussed as the Big 12 and ACC try to battle off the field with the Big 10 and SEC. The 5 and 11 option is the best one.On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and longtime recruiting analyst Brian Smith ('The Portal Podcast') discuss 5-star EDGE Richard Wesley. With Oregon losing his commitment and Texas, Texas A&M, and Ohio State in the fold, is it just about NIL?Kalen DeBoer was recently asked about his 9-3 Alabama team missing the 12-team Playoff last year, responding with a rhetorical question about how other teams would have faired with their schedule. That's an absurd response.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 28, 2025 • 28min
CHAOS: Playoff CHANGES still discussed as SEC's Greg Sankey gets defensive. Big 12/ACC proposal?
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey was defensive in discussing his influence in college football as Playoff changes are mulled over. He said things that are just wrong.On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Kansas State' host Christian Rauh discuss the Wildcats having tied for the best odds to win the Big 12. How should they be viewed?Florida and Oklahoma have the 2 toughest schedules in CFB according to SP+ metrics. The Gators and Sooners should not be playing victim about that.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 27, 2025 • 29min
UNFAIR? Playoff changes HELP Notre Dame as Irish can get bye. Josh Pate says NO??? Texas A&M hype
The new straight seeding rules for the 2025 Playoff will allow for the possibility of Notre Dame getting a 1st round bye without a conference title. That's not a bad thing.On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses whether Texas A&M should be expected to ascend towards the top of the SEC. Mike Elko's team could be ready to make the jump. Spencer and 'Locked On Buffs' host Kevin Borba also discuss the potential loss of the Nebraska-Colorado matchup in the coming years. That's one of many games that should be preserved.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 26, 2025 • 27min
RIGGED? Big 10/SEC Playoff EXPANSION plans would not just make CFB worse for Big 12, ACC
The Big 10 and SEC want to have twice as many auto bids to the 12-team Playoff as the ACC and Big 12, respectively. Stewart Mandel of the Athletic says it's "rigged".On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Sun Devils' host Richie Bradshaw discuss Arizona State's SP+ ranking post Spring being outside the top 20 nationally. Is this just another slight at the Big 12?Missouri has won 21 games in the last 2 years under Eli Drinkowitz and his staff(s). Are the Tigers missing the mark with their high school recruiting efforts?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 23, 2025 • 30min
SCREWED? Boise St w/Big 12 and ACC teams do NOT benefit from new 12-team Playoff rules--it's right
The College Football Playoff has officially amended the 12-team format to be straight seeding. It's the right move, even if Boise St/Big 12/ACC don't like it.On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Irish' host Tyler Wojciak discuss the fate of the Notre Dame football series with USC. Is Lincoln Riley getting too much power to make decisions?Florida has so far landed just TWO commitments in the class of 2026, after landing inside the top 10 for the 2025 cycle. If that doesn't change, Billy Napier will be on his way out.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 22, 2025 • 27min
REPORT: Big 10/SEC are PURSUING a CEO for College Football alongside Big 12, ACC--it could be great
ESPN's Pete Thamel laid out the very serious pursuit by the P4 conferences of a CEO in college football. If that happens, he SHOULD be given scheduling authority.On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin lays out why Illinois is a darkhorse Big 10 contender. Can they be unbeaten by the time Ohio State travels to Champagne on October 11th?Notre Dame and Wisconsin will play a game at Lambeau Field in September of 2026. It's not the scheduling news we should want for Notre Dame, but is still a welcome development.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 21, 2025 • 31min
EXPULSION? Tennessee can be REMOVED from SEC if Vols refuse new CFB enforcement group BIG proposal
The power struggle in college football continues as several proposals have been tossed around to govern the sports and its vices. One move could see schools kicked out.On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Utes' host JT Wistrcill discuss Utah only being favored by 3.5 @ UCLA in week 1. Nico Iamaleava should not be seen as the immediate savior to beat Kyle Whittingahm right off the bat.Spencer also discusses the potential cancellation of the USC-Notre Dame football series. The move would be a stain on the sport's modern era filled with changes.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


