Locked On College Football

James Franklin is going to be the next head coach at Virginia Tech. The former Penn State HC can take the Hokies towards the top of the ACC.On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the ACC's outlook for the 12-team Playoff. Georgia Tech's final 2 games provide a real chance for something that seemed unlikely a couple weeks ago. The G5 Playoff hunt got a serious shakeup on Saturday when Navy knocked off South Florida, who went into the game ranked. Should North Texas and James Madison be ahead of Tulane?05:07 Clemson, Miami, and Virginia Tech Futures08:17 Playoff Expectations and Adjustments14:15 Georgia Tech's Playoff Potential19:58 Virginia Tech's Thanksgiving Rivalry29:33 American Conference Championship DebateSupport 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.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.

Lane Kiffin didn't want to talk about anything except his Ole Miss team over the weekend, which is in a prime Playoff position. It seems like Florida has been calling.On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses how impressive Oklahoma's win over Alabama was and what comes next. Did Notre Dame show they should be a Playoff team at 10-2?USC beat Iowa in the rain last weekend to keep its Playoff hopes alive as they go to Oregon this week. Is Miami still an at-large Playoff threat after a dominating win?05:51 Coach Loyalty or Career Decisions?09:18 "Dividing Line in Rankings"15:16 Oklahoma's Defense Under Brent Venables19:12 USC Wins; Notre Dame Poised20:52 Notre Dame's Playoff Case Debated26:11 USC's Progress and Playoff Hopes31:43 SMU Loss Impacting MiamiSupport 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.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.

BYU needed to make a strong impression for the Playoff committee following their loss to Texas Tech, and they thrashed TCU. Alabama and BYU are now linked.On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin reacts to an insane day of college football--that was almost even crazier. What should we make of Texas A&M after their 30-3 deficit turning into a 31-31 win over lowly South Carolina? Is Texas done after a big loss to Georgia?Michigan escaped Chicago with a 24-22 win over Northwestern and are quietly in control of their own Playoff spot. Meanwhile, Louisville and Cincinnati blew their chances this weekend.04:43 "Alabama vs. BYU Playoff Debate"08:18 Oklahoma Triumphs Over Alabama Missteps12:35 Texas A&M's Shocking Win18:17 Texas Falls to Georgia Late22:36 "Texas Out If They Lose"29:57 "Michigan's Playoff Hopes Alive"32:33 Louisville's Painful Losing StreakSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!DoorDashWith DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.SupplyHouseJoin the free TradeMaster program today and score serious perks like priority shipping, lower prices, and a dedicated support line. Visit SupplyHouse.com to sign up for free and use promo code SHCOLLEGE5 for 5% off your first order.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.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.

BYU appears to be on serious upset alert this week against TCU, with the betting line having crashed down close to a field goal. The Cougars have something to prove.On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses whether Brian Kelly could ever return to coaching a legitimate football program in his career. Plus, picking Notre Dame @ Pitt and Clemson @ Louisville with Playoff implications for both. Spencer returns with his best bets of the week after going 5-1 last week. He starts with Alabama over Oklahoma, puts Duke into the fold and includes Louisville over Clemson giving up less than a field goal.06:25 "Southern California Rain and Football"07:09 "Iowa vs USC Football Outlook"11:12 Brian Kelly: Combative Nature Concerns14:44 Franklin vs. Kelly: Coaching Fit18:32 Notre Dame vs. Pitt Prediction23:11 "Unranked Favorites and ACC Stakes"26:21 UNLV Football & Barry Odom Analysis27:44 San Diego State Bounce BackSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!DoorDashWith DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.SupplyHouseJoin the free TradeMaster program today and score serious perks like priority shipping, lower prices, and a dedicated support line. Visit SupplyHouse.com to sign up for free and use promo code SHCOLLEGE5 for 5% off your first order.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.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.

Alabama Crimson Tide face Oklahoma Sooners in a defensive slugfest that could determine playoff fates, while Georgia Bulldogs prepare to expose Texas Longhorns' offensive line weaknesses. Will Ty Simpson's efficiency overcome Brent Venables' pressure schemes?Local experts from across the Locked On Podcast Network break down the biggest Week 12 SEC matchups, analyzing how Alabama's one-dimensional offense matches up against Oklahoma's elite run defense, and why Gunner Stockton might outshine Arch Manning on the national stage. The panel dissects South Carolina's offensive collapse to 129th nationally, Ole Miss's playoff push against Florida, and Missouri's devastating quarterback crisis. Key discussions include Ryan Grubb's offensive adjustments, Texas A&M's defensive dominance, and coaching hot seat updates following Brian Kelly's firing at LSU.Discover why Georgia's offense has become the nation's most efficient and which SEC teams are positioned for playoff runs as the regular season winds down. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 The argument that BYU and Utah are undervalued by the College Football Playoff Committee often centers on a deep-seated institutional and brand bias that favors traditional powerhouses. Despite both teams—especially after joining the new P4 conference—amassing solid resumes, the committee’s ranking logic appears inconsistent when compared to peer teams from the SEC or Big Ten. For BYU, the undervaluation is evident even in their best years. When the Cougars were undefeated, they were often ranked below one-loss teams from the perceived “elite” conferences, suggesting a penalty for a lack of "brand credibility" rather than on-field performance. After their first loss, the drop in rankings is often precipitous, falling behind two-loss teams like Texas or Oklahoma, who benefit from the narrative of “quality losses.” This differential treatment suggests the committee rewards the mere potential or reputation of established programs more than the actual, tangible Strength of Record (SOR) earned by BYU. Utah’s case highlights the harsh grading curve applied to Big 12 losses. As a consistently tough, defensive-minded program, their two losses this season came against other highly-ranked Big 12 teams (BYU and Texas Tech). Yet, their ranking near No. 13 keeps them just outside the contention tier, a placement often occupied by two-loss teams from other conferences that have a perceived higher overall floor. The Utes' methodical style, coupled with the committee's tendency to devalue close wins or reward teams for "style points," means Utah is held to a higher standard of dominance to secure an elite ranking. Ultimately, both Utah and BYU are fighting not just opponents on the field, but a long-standing culture that rewards historical brand over current results and strength metrics within a less historically favored conference.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Big Ten playoff hopes hang in the balance as conference chaos continues. How many teams will crash the College Football Playoff party?Ten Big Ten podcast hosts break down the latest rankings and deliver predictions for Week 12's crucial matchups. The discussion covers Iowa's historic struggles on the West Coast ahead of their USC showdown, Michigan State's defensive collapse against Penn State, and Wisconsin's upset victory over Washington that featured their punter as the leading passer. Ohio State's dominance stands in stark contrast to Indiana's nail-biting wins, while Michigan prepares for a sloppy Wrigley Field battle against Northwestern.Key analysis includes Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski's first three-loss season ever, Michigan State backup Alessio Milivojevic's 300-yard passing debut, and why the Oregon-USC game could be a playoff elimination matchup. The hosts debate SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey's bold playoff predictions and whether two-loss Big Ten teams deserve postseason spots.Tune in for expert predictions, friendly trash talk, and insider perspectives on which Big Ten teams will survive the playoff race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ACC football descends into unprecedented chaos with five one-loss teams battling for the conference championship. Can any of them survive the gauntlet to reach the College Football Playoff?The squad breaks down the messy race featuring Georgia Tech, Virginia, Pittsburgh, SMU, and Duke, while traditional powers Clemson, Miami, and Florida State watch from the sidelines. Key matchups include Clemson at Louisville on Friday night, Duke hosting Virginia in the week's premier game, and Pittsburgh's brutal stretch against Notre Dame, Georgia Tech, and Miami. Pat Narduzzi's controversial comments about not caring about the Notre Dame game spark debate about conference priorities versus playoff positioning.The conversation shifts to ACC basketball's freshman revolution, spotlighting Cam Boozer, Caleb Wilson, Kai Anthony, and other first-year stars already dominating the conference. From Boozer's first-team All-ACC trajectory to Carmelo Anthony's son making immediate impact at Syracuse, these freshmen are reshaping the basketball landscape.Tune in for brutally honest assessments of which ACC football teams actually deserve playoff consideration and which freshmen will crack the All-ACC team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oklahoma travels to Alabama this week with a real shot to make the College Football Playoff. The Sooners' defense has to show up to beat the Crimson Tide.On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Iowa's Top 25 showdown with USC in Los Angeles. The Trojans are playing their biggest game in years, while Texas should be fighting for its Playoff hopes at Georgia.The Big 12 Championship game could still feature Cincinnati, but they cannot overlook Arizona this week. Who can keep their Playoff hopes alive in the ACC when Virginia travels to Duke?05:32 Costly Turnovers Shifted Game Outcome07:53 "Oklahoma vs. Alabama Prediction"14:21 USC vs. Iowa: Key Gaps18:51 Georgia Offense vs Texas Defense24:12 Bearcats: Playoff Hope Under Radar30:45 Duke Wins, Favoring the UnderSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!DoorDashWith DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.SupplyHouseJoin the free TradeMaster program today and score serious perks like priority shipping, lower prices, and a dedicated support line. Visit SupplyHouse.com to sign up for free and use promo code SHCOLLEGE5 for 5% off your first order.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.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.

OU and Texas, the newcomers of the SEC, square off with Alabama and Georgia this weekend in two huge games.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!DoorDashWith DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.SupplyHouseJoin the free TradeMaster program today and score serious perks like priority shipping, lower prices, and a dedicated support line. Visit SupplyHouse.com to sign up for free and use promo code SHCOLLEGE5 for 5% off your first order. 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.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.