

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 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
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Jan 14, 2026 • 29min
POWER MOVE: Devon Dampier RETURNS to Push Utah Utes’ Hopes for Big 12 Championship Amid Turmoil
Utah got a big piece of news as QB Devon Dampier announced he will return to Salt Lake City in 2026 after his OC and HC left for Michigan. Can he win the Big 12?On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Cal's start to the Tosh Lupoi era in Berkeley. Will star QB Jaron Keawe Sagapolutele be more well supported in 2026?The ACC saw a big transfer QB enter the league as Missouri/Penn State transfer Beau Pribula went to Virginia to replace Chandler Morris. Plus, thoughts on Aaron Philo looking like the starter for Florida and Jon Sumrall. 04:27 Analyzing Utah's OC Hiring12:55 Tosh Lupoi's Recruiting Impact13:45 Cal Football: Rebuilding Around Young QB20:38 Virginia's Shocking Football Rise25:58 Buster Faulkner's Offensive StrategySupport 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.

Jan 13, 2026 • 29min
BOOM: Lane Kiffin, LSU Land Sam Leavitt from Arizona State. Trinidad Chambliss RETURN to Ole Miss?
Matt Moscona, a local LSU beat reporter, joins Steven Willis, host of Locked On Ole Miss, in a lively discussion about the latest college football developments. They dive into Sam Leavitt's commitment to LSU as QB1 and the pressures that come with it. Levis's injury recovery details are revealed, along with how he fits into Lane Kiffin's system. Additionally, they analyze Deuce Knight's potential at Ole Miss, sharing insights on Trinidad Chambliss's eligibility battle and notable under-the-radar QB transfers that could impact the upcoming season.

Jan 12, 2026 • 31min
UNSETTLED: Lane Kiffin and LSU Continue Hunt for Quarterback as Sam Leavitt’s Future is Not Known
LSU continues searching for its #1 quarterback while considering USC transfer Husan Longstreet and ASU transfer Sam Leavitt. Could they add both?On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin reacts to Indiana's dominant win over Oregon to advance to the national title game. Curt Cignetti is unlike anything we've ever seen.Texas had a MASSIVE day in the portal landing #1 overall player Cam Coleman from Auburn. Steve Sarkisian's wins for the Longhorns didn't stop there.04:58 Ty Simpson's NFL Draft Prospects 07:16 LSU's Quarterback Decision Imminent 11:26 Dan Campbell's Remarkable Transformation 15:33 Fernando Mendoza's Unlikely Rise 23:47 Cam Coleman Joins Texas Football 30:01 Arch Manning, Texas Playoff ContenderSupport 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.


