Colorado and Georgia Tech provided us with Friday night thrills in Atlanta. What are the biggest takeaways after the Buffs and Yellow Jackets' battle?

On this episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin reacts to Rutgers getting blown out at home by UMass as 29.5 point favorites. Greg Schiano's seat is officially hot.

The SEC is seeking to make a national championship game for the first time since Georgia won it in 2022. Who is a darkhorse contender and who finishes last in the league?

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00:00 Colorado's crucial win over Georgia Tech

04:02 Quarterback's clutch performance breakdown

08:41 Colorado's dominance in trench play

10:15 Crediting Deion Sanders for the win

16:28 Rutgers struggles in shocking upset

22:34 Predicting Georgia's football season

26:42 Discussing end-of-year matchups

27:18 Missouri Tigers as dark horse contender

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Big Ten football returns with heavyweight matchups and major questions: Can UCLA’s Bruins outduel the California Golden Bears in a battle of seasoned quarterbacks and new-look coaching staffs? Is Cal’s offense, powered by transfers like Ian Strong and Dorian Thomas, poised to shock the conference? The Big 10 Squad debates the hottest showdowns, bold picks, and the ongoing “beauty bias” hype around UCLA’s Bob Chesney.

From upset alerts with Michigan State vs. Toledo to whether Fresno State can spoil USC’s home opener, the crew forecasts which Big Ten giants might stumble against the spread. The panel spotlights quarterback battles, roster turnover, and quirky traditions—like on-air apple pie bets. Will Wisconsin hang with Notre Dame at Lambeau? Can Marshall or Indiana State cover massive lines? Dive in for sharp betting angles, rivalry banter, and comprehensive Week 1 predictions across the Big Ten landscape.

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Lane Kiffin and the LSU Tigers welcome Clemson to the Bayou - but lawsuits and legal jargon have overtaken the discussion surrounding Week One's biggest clash.

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Boise State AD Jeremiah Dickey, now overseeing a Pac-12 athletics department, floated the idea of promotion/relegation for the G6 to have their own Playoff. He's right.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Huskies' host Roman Tomashoff preview the upcoming Apple Cup on Sunday. The Pac-12 has a chance to make a huge statement with Washington State playing on the road.

The ACC is seen by many as a 1-bid league in the 12-team Playoff era. Miami is a massive favorite, but who are the most realistic teams that can threaten the Hurricanes?

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00:00 Previewing the Apple Cup game

04:39 Proposing a new college football system

08:56 FCS National Championship Passion

12:37 Washington's defense potential this year

15:05 Washington's offensive player rotation

17:13 Offensive struggles and player injuries

23:20 Spencer's college football predictions

28:46 Wake Forest as a dark horse

30:06 Preseason college football predictions

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Ole Miss vs Louisville is one of the biggest games of Week 1, but is sadly a neutral site game. The Rebels are on serious upset alert this weekend.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Buffs' host Kevin Borba discuss Colorado's Thursday matchup at Georgia Tech. How can the Buffs pull the upset?

The Big 10 enters 2026 looking to win its 4th straight national championship. Who wins the conference, who is a darkhorse, and who finishes in last place?

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00:00 Louisville's coaching and quarterback potential

06:16 Pressuring opposing quarterbacks

07:01 Ole Miss vs. Louisville strategy

12:55 Predicting Colorado vs. Georgia Tech Game

14:25 Colorado's new recruitment strategy

17:45 Impact of Great Coaching in College Football

24:19 Big Ten football predictions

28:46 Big Ten dark horse pick

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15 SEC schools have reportedly gotten together to discuss how to handle LSU bringing back players from the NFL training camps, including a potential boycott. Would that really happen?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On UCLA' host Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer discuss this week's in-state matchup against Cal. Bob Chesney could make a huge statment this week, even against a first year HC in Tosh Lupoi.

The Big 12 had Texas Tech run through the league last season, with the #2 team (BYU) not on their same exact level. Will that repeat itself in 2026? Spencer previews the Big 12.

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00:00 Discussing athlete eligibility rules

06:47 SEC schools reacting to LSU actions

07:47 Discussing LSU's SEC future

11:29 Bob Chesney's impact and potential

15:26 UCLA's ball control strategy

22:31 Predicting Big 12 Champion

25:38 College football power rankings

29:07 Discussing Baylor's quarterback potential

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Bill Belichick picked up by far the biggest win of his career with the Tar Heels against TCU. The Horned Frogs were sloppy, but the Tar Heels showed serious signs of growth.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin reacts to the ACC opener between NC State and Virginia. Did Beau Pribula show enough as a passer to keep the Cavaliers in the conference title hunt this year?

Indiana enters this season on a storybook run unlike any other that the sport has seen. Jacob Goins of 'Locked On Hoosiers' joins to dive deeper on the Hoosiers this upcoming year and how they're viewed.

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00:00 Comparing coaching styles in wet weather

04:39 TCU vs North Carolina game analysis

08:07 Reflection on aging and football decisions

12:00 Virginia dominates from the start

15:13 Evaluating NC State's season opener

19:57 Making and Crowdsourcing Picks

21:40 Discussing Aiden Fisher's role

25:42 Indiana's starting wide receiver

27:58 Oregon's road game challenges

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After more back-and-forth legal rulings/debates, the SEC seems to be allowing former NFL players who want a 5th year to play. That sets the stage for another exciting season.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin reacts to several of the games from Week 0. The UNLV Rebels had arguably the worst week of all.

Indiana's roster is among the best in all of college football. What will it take for the Hoosiers to get the level of national respect that they deserve under Curt Cignetti.

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00:00 LSU eligibility issues and lawsuits

05:50 Changes in college sports eligibility

08:38 Texas Tech's quarterback situation

10:02 Buying college football tickets easily

15:42 UNLV's playoff hopes and big games

17:38 Mountain West play challenges

20:16 Indiana football's changing perception

25:30 Indiana's returning coaching staff

29:02 Discussing Josh Hoover's potential

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College Football officially starts this week as the SEC seeks to return to the national title game. Which teams are most likely to make that happen this Fall?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin breaks down one of the biggest week 0 games of the year when North Carolina takes on TCU in Ireland. Can the Tar Heels pull the upset?

Alabama travels to Tennessee in the 'Third Saturday in October' this year, where they have lost each of the last 2 meetings. 'Locked on Bama' host Luke Robinson makes the case for Alabama to win.

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00:00 Athlete eligibility and legal battles

05:45 Discussion on LSU roster changes

11:59 Critical game for North Carolina

16:14 Quarterback decision for the game

18:49 Abujaude's performance consistency concerns

22:01 Predicting Alabama vs. Tennessee game

24:40 Discussing Tennessee vs. Texas game

28:44 Quarterback prospects and draft pick

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Big Ten sets the tone for college football as Tony Petitti leads a bold rule change, shutting out returning NFL players and prompting other power conferences to follow. Can this decisive action keep chaos at bay across the NCAA? Analysts weigh in on the repercussions for stars like Aaron Graves and examine how this “adult in the room” move shapes transfer eligibility and enforcement, with head coach suspensions and hefty fines on the table for violators. Week 0 kicks off with USC facing San Jose State, while Indiana’s projected 10.5 win total sparks lively debate. The squad discusses Big Ten contenders, breakthrough players like Josh Hoover and Bryce Underwood, and how new coaching dynamics could influence Michigan, Nebraska, and Rutgers’ season trajectories. Will Indiana defend its title, or is an upset brewing?

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