

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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Jan 28, 2026 • 32min
GAMECHANGER: Darian Mensah TRANSFER to Miami Puts Hurricanes Right Back in National Title Hunt
A blockbuster transfer puts Miami back in national title contention with a new starting quarterback. Discussion of how portal moves can outpace traditional recruiting. Breakdown of the player’s rise from Tulane to Duke and his NFL prospects. Analysis of Duke’s bold spending strategy and comparisons to programs left behind after realignment. Frustration over weak Power Four nonconference scheduling in the Big Ten.

Jan 27, 2026 • 27min
Darian Mensah And Duke SETTLE To End Transfer Dispute | The Big 3 in 30 College
Darian Mensah settles his transfer disupute with Duke and No. 1 Arizona holds off No. 13 BYU. Duke dominates against No. 20 Louisville. #darianmensah #dukebluedevils #arizonawildcats
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Jan 27, 2026 • 29min
HISTORIC: Can Curt Cignetti's Indiana Hoosiers Become the Next Dynasty in College Football?
Indiana's rise to prominence in college football has been nothing short of remarkable. With Mark Cuban involved, could the Hoosiers build a College Football Dynasty?On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down Notre Dame's schedule and their automatic bid rule for the 2026 Playoff. Should they be given such an exemption?Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss has a court date set for February 12th to try and play for the Rebels in 2026. Plus, Ohio State brings in Arthur Smith as its offensive coordinator.03:10 Indiana Football's Potential Dynasty09:00 Indiana Football's Potential Transformation13:15 Notre Dame and Playoff Merit17:13 Fixing College Football Scheduling24:13 Debating Extended College Eligibility27:26 College vs. NFL Coaching ContrastSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.MazdaLike our players, we’re driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count.There’s more to a Mazda. Because there’s more to you.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. Rocket MoneyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDONFanDuelIf you’re a new customer, bet just $5 and get $200 in Bonus Bets if you win. Make it count — because after the Super Bowl, the season is over. Last call for football on FanDuel, an Official Sportsbook Partner of Super Bowl Sixty. 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.

Jan 26, 2026 • 29min
Lane Kiffin And LSU DOMINATING In The Transfer Portal | The Big 3 in 30 College
Jay Stephens, an Ohio State analyst, and Matt Moscona, an LSU reporter, break down two major college football stories. They discuss LSU’s massive transfer portal haul and its roster-building strategy. They also debate Ohio State’s hire of Arthur Smith and potential scheme fit. Short takes on Sam Nata’s landing at Oregon round out the conversation.

Jan 26, 2026 • 30min
TAMPERING? Clemson's Dabo Swinney SLAMS Ole Miss, Pete Golding for Luke Farrelli Transfer Drama
A fiery tampering controversy as a top coach blasts another program over a transferred linebacker. The closed-portal loophole and enforcement gaps in transfer rules get examined. A debate on playoff size, regular season value, and auto-bids sparks predictions about future expansion and calendar changes. A separate legal transfer fight and potential compensation drama round out the talk.

Jan 23, 2026 • 26min
Canes Get TRANSFER EDGE Damon Wilson From Missouri. | The Big 3 in 30 College
Miami adds EDGE transfer Damon Wilson from Missouri and the conversation covers why Miami’s coaching staff attracts portal talent. Discussion highlights Miami’s deep edge-rusher rotation and incoming interior linemen. Debate centers on the Big Ten’s run of national titles and conference power shifts. Updates include Bill Self’s health, K-State injury news, and Kansas vs Kansas State game context.

Jan 23, 2026 • 30min
BOOM: Miami Lands Elite Transfer Target Damon Wilson from Missouri, Mario Cristobal Title Push Real
Miami has secured star EDGE transfer Damon Wilson, boosting their defense as they aim for a title run. The uncertainty around QB Darian Mensah's legal issues looms large for the team. Meanwhile, Ole Miss is eyeing QB Trinidad Chambliss to enhance their playoff prospects. Discussion heats up about Hawaii possibly making a surprise entry into the Group of Six playoff in 2026, while Jaden Rashada's rocky journey through various programs serves as a cautionary tale in the transfer portal landscape.

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.

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.

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.


