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EXPANSION TALK: Why the ACC is Reportedly IN FAVOR of 24-team Playoff Debacle--Miami Makes SPLASH May 13, 2026

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The ACC reportedly has "consensus" regarding expansion of the College Football Playoff. Would the league benefit from having 24 teams make the Playoff each year?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Canes' host Alex Donno discuss the commitment of 5-star DB Donte Wright Jr. who flipped from Georgia. Where does the landscape for high end DB recruits sit on the NIL front?

San Diego State enters its third season under HC Sean Lewis and its 1st year in the new-look Pac-12. The Aztecs should expect to be a conference title contender.

00:00 Discussing college football playoffs

04:10 Changes in college football playoffs

06:58 Big Ten influence on expansion

14:26 Recruitment surprise with Donte Wright

20:17 Discussing college football recruiting

21:44 Importance of offensive tackles

27:18 Texas State's standout quarterback combo

28:17 San Diego State football analysis

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Ole Miss Fans FIRED UP as LSU's Lane Kiffin :Fires Shots at Rebels--Why Can't Tigers' HC Move On? May 12, 2026

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LSU's Lane Kiffin made comments that take a shot at Ole Miss and are, shall we say, a bit dubious on the surface. Why is he talking about his former team again?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Sooners' host John Williams discuss the Sooners' run game. Will it be improved inj 2026?

Iowa controlled its playoff fate in November last year but lost a couple big games down the stretch. Will the Hawkeyes replace Mark Gronowski at QB well enough to be in a similar spot?

00:00 Lane Kiffin's playoff coaching drama

04:45 Lane Kiffin's provocative comments

09:12 Discussing football team changes

14:10 Improving offensive line for SEC

16:48 Jonathan Hatton's recruitment flip

21:39 Optimizing Jamateer's play style

25:42 Quarterback competition discussion

27:06 Discussing quarterback abilities

30:36 Controversy over McNamara transfer

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Miami FLIPS FIVE-STAR Corner Donte Wright | The Big 3 in 30 College May 11, 2026

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Miami flips five-star Donte Wright from Georgia and Texas Tech gets a wide receiver commit. Florida is building an elite recruiting class. #dontewright #floridagators #Texastech 📢 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.

BUZZ: Pac-12 SURGE Could be Propelled by 24-team Playoff, but ONLY if G6 Gets Real Ranking Respect May 11, 2026

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The 24-team Playoff continues to be discussed as a potential option for the sport as early as 2027. Would the G6 have realistic options to getting 2 or even 3 teams into the Playoff?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses schedule changes across the sport including Florida State and Georgia. Is Mike Norvell making the right move by getting the Bulldogs for one less game?

Texas Tech is likely to have the best defense in the Big 12 again in 2026, along with BYU. Which other units are going to help their teams push for a conference title?

00:00 Expanded college football playoffs discussion

03:26 Avengers Endgame and playoff rankings

07:35 Importance of competitive scheduling

15:39 Neutral site games controversy

18:16 Mike Norvell's program strategy

23:45 Predicting strong defenses in Big 12

30:09 Discussing Texas Tech and BYU game

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BIG RECRUITING WEEKEND Coming For Top Schools In The Country | The Big 3 in 30 College May 08, 2026

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Miami hopes to land a top defensive lineman and Penn State gets a commit on the offensive line. Texas sets its focus to wide receivers. #miamihurricanes #pennstatenittanylions #texaslonghorns 📢 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.

DEVELOPING: Could NCAA Rule Change Help PROPEL North Dakota State to Playoff in 2026 Mountain West? May 08, 2026

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Moves are taking place for newly-minted FBS programs North Dakota State (Mountain West) and Sacramento State (MAC) to make bowl games this year. The move is common sense.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the recent comments from SMU head coach Rhett Lashlee regarding the Playoff. He has a couple of good insights sprinkled with wildly offbase talking points.

The 24-team Playoff feels inevitable, but who is really calling the shots as the sport seems to consolidate behind this idea? Plus, a look at the top 2 teams in the SEC for 2026.

00:00 Promotion and relegation in college football

06:02 College football changes needed

12:19 Reconsidering conference championship games

17:43 Notable college football upsets

21:05 Monopoly in college sports

23:42 Discussing playoff expansion expectations

31:13 Preseason top college football picks

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UCLA Gets RECRUITING WIN Over Florida State And Nebraska | The Big 3 in 30 College May 08, 2026

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BIG 10 SQUAD: The College Football Playoff may EXPAND TO 24 TEAMS | How this affects the sport May 07, 2026

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Big Ten football faces seismic changes as coaches push for a 24-team College Football Playoff and the elimination of conference championship games. Is the legendary exclusivity of college football evaporating? The Big 10 Squad debates whether expanding the playoff waters down the sport, how job security and coaching standards might shift, and if a January 25th national championship is simply too much. The crew breaks down Maryland Terrapins’ shocking 4.5 win total: can Mike Locksley’s squad exceed expectations, or is another disappointing season inevitable? Key talking points include playoff expansion, scheduling chaos, and the shifting stakes for Big Ten coaches and teams like Washington and Ohio State. With heated insights on tradition, competitive balance, and the future of college football, this episode takes on the sport’s most controversial debates.

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PAC-12 CHATTER: Would Rebuilt G6 League, Mountain West, and American BENEFIT from 24-team Playoff? May 07, 2026

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The discussion surrounding a 24-team playoff continues as the AFCA recently expressed its support. Would it be a boon for more G6 teams to make the Playoff?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin reacts to South Carolina and Tennessee being in Joel Klatt's latest Top 25 rankings. Are they the only overrated teams?

Fran Brown will once again seek to recapture the magic of his 10-win first season with the Orange in 2024. Will they have the chance to be a surprise ACC team in spite of injuries?

00:00 Group of Six playoff chances

03:41 Playoff eligibility scenarios

07:06 College Football Playoff chances

10:35 Discussing Joel Klatt's top 25 teams

14:49 Quarterback injury concerns

16:49 Discussing college football rankings

22:33 Steve Angeli's injury recovery update

28:55 Syracuse football season outlook

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College Football Playoff EXPANSION To 24 Teams Coming Soon? | The Big 3 in 30 College May 06, 2026

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The College Football Playoff could expand to 24 teams and Brendan Sorsby seeks legal help after his gambling scandal. Tennessee gets a basketball transfer. #collegefootballplayoff #brendansorsby #tennesseevolunteers 📢 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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