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REALIGNMENT NEED? Notre Dame Does NOT Want to Expand to Big 10 or SEC Despite Benefits for Irish Dec 26, 2025

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*NOTE: THIS SHOW WAS RECORDED PRIOR TO USC BACKING OUT OF THEIR MATCHUP IN 2026 AND THE SUBSEQUENT SCHEDULING OF A HOME-AND-HOME WITH BYU IN 2026/2027*

Notre Dame threw a fit after being left out of the Playoff at 10-2 with losses to Miami and Texas A&M. Would being a part of the Big 10 or SEC help?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the Playoff Quarterfinal matchup between Ole Miss and Georgia. How can the Rebels and HC Pete Golding flip the script?

Iowa State gave new HC Jimmy Rogers his third different coaching stop in 3 seasons. Will he keep the Cyclones in the Big 12 Championship picture in his first season?

03:19 Notre Dame Playoff Privilege Explained

08:41 Notre Dame, Playoff Debate Critique

11:09 SEC Football: Offense Over Defense

14:44 Georgia Bulldogs: Championship Form Returns

17:18 Ole Miss vs. Georgia Challenge

21:51 Jimmy Rogers: Underrated Coach Hire

25:14 Jimmy Rogers' Winning Journey

27:11 Conference Championship Path Analyzed

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DISRESPECTED: Behren Morton/Texas Tech FIGHT for Big 12 Respect vs Oregon in Orange Bowl Matchup Dec 25, 2025

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Texas Tech is the lone representative for the Big 12 in the Playoff and has played like a true national title threat this year. How badly does the Big 12 need a win?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Auburn' host Zac Blackerby discuss the early days of Alex Golesh's tenure with the Tigers. What should his top priorities be?

Colorado has seen a handful of players hit the portal, including WR Omarion Miller (watch for Arizona State). Will the Buffs be insanely active with transfers again?

05:23 Texas Tech's Impact on Big 12

08:14 Big 12 Stakes Over Failure

12:04 Portal Exits Define Auburn Transition

13:42 Auburn’s Head Coach Speculation

18:15 Elite QB and Culture Shift

19:17 Auburn's Quarterback Prospects Analyzed

25:04 Colorado's QB Future Focus

27:33 Recruiting Challenges for Colorado

28:49 Colorado's O-Line Progress and Future

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DISRUPTION: Indiana Hoosiers Can Turn College Football UPSIDE DOWN (Again) in Rose Bowl vs Alabama Dec 24, 2025

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Indiana will play Alabama in the Rose Bowl in the College Football Playoff Semifinal. The Hoosiers' rise under Curt Cignetti is almost beyond comprehension.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Hoosiers' host Jacob Goins discuss the pending matchup in Pasadena. How big of a loss is DL Stephen Daley?

Texas QB Arch Manning announced he is taking a paycut for Texas next year in NIL to help the Longhorns compete. Plus, ACC Champion Duke is getting Darian Mensah back at QB.

03:21 Indiana's Best Sports Year

07:12 Indiana's Unique Football Success

10:31 Alabama's Struggles Despite Victory

14:42 Indiana's Dominant Rushing Game

18:16 Hoosiers' Strong Defense Against QBs

22:22 Indiana's Options and Resources

24:35 Josh Hoover: Top QB Pick

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College Football Kickoff: Who’s the Hottest Team in the College Football Playoff? Dec 24, 2025

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The quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff are here. Who’s the hottest team left in the field? Indiana, Georgia, or Texas Tech?

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NOT SOLD: Miami Hurricanes SHOCK Texas A&M, but Is Mario Cristobal READY for Ohio State Challenge? Dec 23, 2025

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Miami made the Playoff for the first time under Mario Cristobal which led to their matchup with Texas A&M. After the Hurricanes ugly win, are they for real?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Sooners' host Jay Smith discuss Oklahoma's collapse at home to Alabama. Where does Brent Venables go from here?

The G5 got two teams into the Playoff because a 5-loss Duke team won the ACC Championship. Is that format destined to change after this weekend's games?

04:28 Miami's Statement Win Highlights Progress

08:15 Miami's Potential Under Cristobal

13:04 Oklahoma Fans' Painful Defeat

17:02 Alabama Exploits Freshmen Weakness

19:13 Offensive Line Development Debate

21:37 Underrated Transfers and Portal Impact

24:36 Group of Five Debate

29:12 Relegation Model for College Football

30:19 Playoff Expansion Debate

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BOOM: Kenny Dillingham STAYS, Kalen DeBoer WINS, Michigan Coach Search Continues--Kyle Whittingham? Dec 22, 2025

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Kalen DeBoer is still coaching the 2025 Alabama team and Kenny Dillingham signed an extension with Arizona State. Will Michigan turn to Kyle Whittingham?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses fallout from the Texas A&M/Miami Playoff showdown. How did it go so wrong for Mike Elko's Aggies?

TCU Quarterback Josh Hoover has decided to enter the transfer portal and immediately becomes the most prized commodity at the position. Where does Iowa State QB Rocco Becht fall in those rankings?

00:00 Michigan Coaching Speculation Heats Up

05:08 Michigan Coaching Prospects Evaluated

06:46 Coaching Pressure and Redemption

10:12 Miami Dominates SEC Team Up Front

15:49 Texas A&M's Offensive Coordinator Goals

23:01 Josh Hoover: Transfer Portal Star

26:31 Big 12 QB Transfer Talks

27:16 Rocco Beck: Ideal Transfer QB

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REACTION: Oklahoma COLLAPSES as Alabama STORMS back from 17-Point Deficit to face Indiana in Playoff Dec 20, 2025

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Oklahoma and Alabama squared off in Norman with the Sooners looking for their third win in the last 2 seasons against the Crimson Tide. What statement was made?

On this episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down the biggest moments from an SEC Playoff clash as we head into the weekend. What does this game mean for Kalen DeBoer at Alabama?

North Texas QB Drew Mestemaker has entered the transfer portal, will he automatically follow his HC Eric Morris to Oklahoma State? Or could a school like Indiana make a legit offer?

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ALERT: Penn St Pursuit of Beau Pribula/D'Anton Lynn Could be HUGE for Matt Campbell, Nittany Lions Dec 19, 2025

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Penn State is reportedly targeting USC defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn for the same job in Happy Valley. Meanwhile, former QB Beau Pribula is leaving Missouri.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses big names who are not QBs that have entered the portal. Michigan State WR Nick Marsh is just one of many impact names who have said they will transfer.

On a massive 1-game heater, Spencer continues his best bets going through the Playoffs--starting with Oklahoma getting another win over Alabama. Will Miami go on the road and win at College Station?

05:10 Penn State's Potential Defensive Shakeup

06:53 Penn State's QB Recruiting Outlook

12:59 Analyzing Potential Fits for WR

14:47 Jace Brown Transferring, Explosive Playmaker

16:52 Cam Edwards' Rising Football Prospects

20:09 College Football Playoff Changes

23:44 Tulane vs. Ole Miss Prediction

26:51 Betting Favorites: Live Picks

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TRANSFER BUZZ: Sam Levitt Chooses Between LSU, Oregon, Indiana, or Miami | Why Oklahoma BEATS Bama Dec 18, 2025

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Arizona State's Sam Leavitt is leaving Tempe, and could consider joining Lane Kiffin at LSU. That would be a great idea for him--what about Brendan Sorsby?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down the rematch in Norman between Oklahoma and Alabama. The Crimson Tide should not be favored in this game, no matter how slight.

USC is bringing back QB Jayden Maiava for 2026 coming off a 9-3 season for the Trojans. What should we make of the "re-signing" verbeage used in the announcement?

03:27 College Football Chaos Scenarios

13:58 Oklahoma's Offense Ready to Rebound

18:38 Alabama vs. Oklahoma Doubts

21:05 Oklahoma's Edge: Big Plays

25:04 College Sports and Free Agency

28:58 Lincoln Riley's Playoff Expectations

30:16 Tough Big Ten Road Slate

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College Football Kickoff | College Football Playoff Preview: Who Advances to Round Two? Dec 18, 2025

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Which teams are going to make a push to the second round of the College Football Playoff?

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