James Franklin rolled SMU 38-10 in the first round home Playoff game to setup a showdown with Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl Quarterfinal. Penn State's HC would benefit from a win more than any other coach in the Playoff--even more than Ryan Day?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Cal QB Fernando Mendoza transferring to Indiana. Can he become the Kurtis Rourke of 2025 and lead Indiana back to the Playoff?

Spencer concludes today's show by discussing a pair of impact wide receivers who have found new homes for 2025. Who has a bigger impact, Eric Singleton at Auburn or Caleb Odom at Ole Miss?

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Boise State got a first round bye but is a 10.5 point underdog against Penn State. Texas is favored by 13.5 against Arizona State. Can either of those big underdogs keep games close with a semifinal spot on the line?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Texas Tech's surprising ascent to one of the top 2025 transfer portal classes. Can the Red Raiders ascend to a Big 12 Championship game in 2025 if this keeps up?

Florida State and Mike Norvell are running with Boston College transfer Thomas Castellanos at QB, can he regain the Noles' footing with Gus Malzahn at OC? Plus, LSU makes a move in the portal at QB that's becoming more and more common in College Football.

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*NOTE: This episode was recorded PRIOR to Indiana adding Cal transfer QB Fernando Mendoza*

Indiana was throttled by Notre Dame before a couple of late touchdowns made the 27-17 score look closer than it actually was. Can Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers reload next year, or will they save themselves from a poor Playoff performance by missing it altogether?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin shares thoughts on Jake Dickert bolting from Washington State for Wake Forest. The moves' stark contrast to Jonathan Smith leaving Oregon State for Michigan State is an indictment on how tough things are going to continue to be up in Pullman.

Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia received a potentially landmark ruling by having a judge essentially nullify his JUCO seasons as counting towards eligibility, so he will be back for the Commodores. What could that mean? Plus, discussing Noah Fifita's return to Arizona for HC Brent Brennan facing pressure.

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Happy Holidays from Big XII Squad, hosted by Drake Toll of Locked On Big XII! In this special Christmas episode, we’re taking a festive break from the usual football discussions while still bringing you all the latest insights and fun around Big 12 football. In this episode, we’ll celebrate the season by: Holiday Cheer: Sharing festive thoughts and traditions from our Locked On Big XII hosts. Big 12 Football Recap: Reflecting on the season so far, the standout performances, and the top stories from around the Big XII schools. Looking Ahead: Briefly previewing the future of Big 12 football as teams gear up for the postseason. Player & Team Highlights: Celebrating the standout players and teams who have made this season memorable. Fan Engagement: Join us for some lighthearted football discussion and share your holiday predictions and thoughts in the comments below! This Christmas episode is packed with holiday spirit and a look back at all the excitement in Big XII football. Don’t miss out on the fun! Subscribe and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of Big XII Squad, whether it's a special holiday edition or regular football coverage! #BigXII #CollegeFootball #ChristmasSpecial #LockedOnBigXII #FootballRecap #Big12Football

Join Chris Gordy from Locked On SEC for a special Christmas edition of SEC Squad! In this festive roundtable episode, we bring together expert hosts from across the SEC to spread holiday cheer while breaking down the latest SEC football news, stories, and holiday predictions. Joining Chris are hosts from: Locked On Gators Locked On Auburn Locked On Gamecocks Locked On Aggies Locked On Razorbacks Locked On Kentucky Locked On Ole Miss Locked On Vandy Locked On Vols Locked On Sooners Locked On Longhorns Locked On Bama Locked On Bulldogs Locked On Mississippi State Locked On Mizzou Locked On LSU In this holiday-themed episode, we’ll chat about the most memorable moments from the SEC season, discuss what each team can be thankful for, and share some fun predictions for the upcoming year. Whether you're celebrating the season or catching up on SEC football, this festive episode has something for everyone! 🎁 Subscribe Now to stay up-to-date on all things SEC, and don’t miss our special holiday edition! 🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe for weekly updates, fun predictions, and holiday cheer in the world of SEC football! #SECFootball #ChristmasEpisode #SEC #LockedOnSEC #HolidaySpecial #FootballPodcast #SECUpdates #Christmas2024 #SECSeason2024 #CollegeFootball #MerryChristmas

Tennessee fell behind 21-0 against Ohio State, and they were unable to stage a comeback against the Buckeyes. How should the Vols feel after a 10-2 season comes to a close? Plus, Ryan Day saved his job.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Penn State's 38-10 blowout win against SMU. Does that justify the SEC argument that the wrong teams made the Playoff?

Purdue QB Ryan Brown has transferred to North Carolina, joining a crowded QB room that faces uncertainty. What does that mean for Bill Belichick? Plus, Wisconsin is trying the portal route again at QB with Billy Edwards Jr. coming in from Maryland.

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Oklahoma grabbed the best QB available in the portal in Washington State QB John Mateer. He can help revitalize the Sooners' offense, but he can't do it by himself in the SEC.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Texas' home Playoff game against Clemson. The Tigers have all the tools they need to hang around with the Longhorns, but will need a couple of breaks to pull the upset.

Oregon State and HC Trent Bray pulled off a STUNNER by getting QB Maalik Murphy out of the portal from Duke. The move is big on the field, but even bigger off the field for Beaver fans in Corvallis and beyond.

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Welcome to another exciting episode of Big 10 Squad! Hosted by Craig Shemon from Locked On Big 10, this roundtable podcast brings together the brightest voices from the Locked On network to discuss everything you need to know about Big Ten football. Whether you’re following your favorite team or just love the game, this episode has something for everyone.

🚀 In This Episode:

• Big Ten Game Previews: Get a deep dive into the upcoming matchups featuring teams like the Illinois Fighting Illini, Indiana Hoosiers, Iowa Hawkeyes, Maryland Terrapins, Michigan Wolverines, Michigan State Spartans, Minnesota Golden Gophers, Nebraska Huskers, Northwestern Wildcats, Ohio State Buckeyes, Oregon Ducks, Penn State Nittany Lions, Purdue Boilermakers, Rutgers Scarlet Knights, UCLA Bruins, USC Trojans, Washington Huskies, and Wisconsin Badgers.
• Player Spotlights: Learn about the standout players who are set to make an impact on their teams this week.
• Expert Predictions: Hear predictions from Locked On hosts as they discuss game strategies and what to watch for in each matchup.

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