Locked On College Football

Locked On Podcast Network, Spencer McLaughlin
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Jan 22, 2026 • 26min

HIGH STAKES: LSU, Lane Kiffin ESCALATE Portal Battle for Jordan Seaton, Princewill Umanmielen HUGE

LSU has brought in an all-time great portal class, headlined lately by Princewill Umanmielen at EDGE coming from Ole Miss. Will they get Jordan Seaton too?On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the latest in Duke QB Darian Mensah's battle with the Blue Devils. The University just got a major win.USC has hired former TCU Head Coach Gary Patterson as its defensive coordinator to replace D'Anton Lynn who went to Penn State. Does this move push the Trojans towards the Playoff in 2026?03:54 LSU Secures Big Transfer06:26 Recruitment Chase: Jordan Seaton Pursued11:10 Transfer Portal Speculation Unfolds16:19 College Football's Legal Battles18:58 Duke Football Transfer Uncertainty23:42 Gary Patterson's Coaching Adaptation24:55 USC's Surprising Defensive HireSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.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.
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Jan 21, 2026 • 31min

Duke SUES QB Darian Mensah Over Transfer | The Big 3 in 30 College

Join Georgia Tech hosts Caleb Johnson and Jarvis as they dissect the intriguing case of Darian Mensah being sued by Duke over his transfer, examining the growing influence of NIL deals. They also delve into Georgia Tech's new quarterback, Alberto Mendoza, discussing his skillset and potential impact on the team. Meanwhile, Zach Anderson-Yoxie celebrates UCLA's stunning upset over No. 4 Purdue, highlighting Donovan Dent's standout performance that could shift their season trajectory.
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Jan 21, 2026 • 30min

LAWSUIT: Darian Mensah SUED by Duke in NIL Turmoil – Is Miami the Top Logical Transfer Destination?

Tyler Wojciak, a college football analyst known for his insights on Notre Dame, joins the conversation to dissect the ongoing NIL saga with Darian Mensah and Duke's legal claim to uphold his contract. They debate the implications of such lawsuits on college sports and explore why Miami may be Mensah’s next destination. Additionally, Wojciak shares Notre Dame's recruiting strategy, including their cautious approach to the transfer portal and potential quarterback additions, while also tackling the contentious topic of College Football Playoff expansion.
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Jan 20, 2026 • 33min

Fernando Mendoza And Hoosiers WIN TITLE After Wild Finish vs. Miami | The Big 3 in 30 College

Indiana finishes off the perfect season by beating Miami and the Hurricanes look back at the season and ahead to the future. LSU hosts a top offensive lineman. #indianahoosiers #miamihurricanes #lsutigers 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers from our sponsors: lockedonpodcasts.com/offers Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuel FanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY! That’s right, there’s something for everyone, every day, all summer long! Visit FANDUEL.COM and add a big win to your summer bucket list! 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jan 20, 2026 • 30min

PORTAL BUZZ: Miami Should PRIORITIZE Darian Mensah, Who SHOULD Consider Tennessee, Ole Miss

Darian Mensah left Duke behind and is pursuing a top of the market QB offer that will be over $4 million. Is Miami the only logical spot or could Tennessee surge?On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses more fallout from the Indiana-Miami national title game. Where do the Hoosiers go from here? What about Miami?04:40 Quarterback Uncertainty at Ole Miss/Tennessee06:50 Miami's Title Hopes with Mensa13:46 Transfer Portal Transforming College Football16:24 Modern College Football Evolution21:44 Indiana's Impressive Roster Reload25:32 Indiana Football's Growing Impact26:56 Indiana's Big Ten LineupSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.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.
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Jan 20, 2026 • 1h 4min

BREAKING: Indiana Football WINS the National Championship! Hoosiers defeat the Miami Hurricanes!

Indiana has completed a 16-0 season and an unthinkable turnaround as a program. Curt Cignetti just put on the best display of coaching the sport has ever seen.On this episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Hoosiers' host Jacob Goins give instant reactions to the national title game at the Orange Bowl. Indiana showed once again why Football is the ultimate team game.Miami had its chances to win the game but ultimately the Hoosiers' defense was the difference in the game with a late interception. What other plays stood out the most?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.Turbo TaxFor a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.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.
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Jan 19, 2026 • 30min

WHOA! Darian Mensah STUNNING Transfer, Miami Could be Perfect Fit as Hurricanes Prepare for Indiana

Jacob Goins, a college football analyst and host of Locked On Hoosiers, joins to delve into the shocking transfer of Duke QB Darian Mensah and its impact on the championship landscape. They explore Miami's strategy; will they leverage their dynamic run game to stifle Indiana's star player, Fernando Mendoza? The duo also discusses player mobility issues and the potential for NCAA reforms. As they dissect matchups and predict the outcome, the tension builds around who will dominate time-of-possession in this critical showdown.
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Jan 16, 2026 • 27min

Miami Hurricanes WHIFFS on Transfer QBs Raise National Title Stakes vs Indiana. Parker Navarro?

Miami will play for a national championship as an 8.5-point underdog on Monday. The urgency to win is obvious, but ratcheted up by their lack of a 2026 plan at QB.On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin talks about why Indiana is looking like a national title contender once again in 2026. Curt Cignetti has been steamrolling teams while crushing the portal.Arizona State landed a pair of top transfer WRs to support transfer QB Cutter Boley. Colorado has also made portal moves, can they contend in the Big 12?04:00 Miami's Quarterback Dilemma07:26 Miami Football: Potential Reset Year?12:46 Cignetti's Success and IU Bias14:59 Championship Predictions and Key Transfers19:28 Dabo's Decline and Picks Blueprint23:26 Quarterback Decisions and Team Reset25:49 Underrated Moves and Coaching HiresSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.WayfairGet last-minute hosting essentials, gifts for all your loved ones, and decor to celebrate the holidays for WAY less.Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home.  FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.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.
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Jan 15, 2026 • 28min

Trinidad Chambliss NCAA Legal Battle DRIVES Ole Miss Playoff Hopes to Brink| Kentucky Portal Wins

Trinidad Chambliss's lawsuit for a sixth year of eligibility could dramatically impact Ole Miss's playoff prospects. The debate over college football's eligibility rules heats up, with calls for a five-year limit amid concerns about the sport's priorities. Kentucky's new head coach, Will Stein, is making waves with a strong transfer portal strategy, raising expectations. Georgia Tech secures Justice Haynes from Michigan, but faces uncertainty at quarterback for the upcoming seasons.
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Jan 15, 2026 • 30min

College Football Kickoff: Indiana Hungry for First National Championship Ever

Coach Gary Patterson, a College Football Hall of Famer, shares his tactical insights on the championship clash between Indiana and Miami. Jesse Holley, a former NFL player, emphasizes Miami's defensive blitzing techniques, while Alex Dono discusses the Hurricanes' impressive midseason turnaround. They delve into Indiana's disciplined playstyle, explore the significance of turnovers, and debate how Miami must press Mendoza to gain an edge. The conversation wraps up with compelling predictions for this historic matchup!

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