Locked On SEC – Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast

Chris Gordy and Chris Marler dissect the 2025 SEC football outlook, analyzing TEXAS' chances against established powerhouses. The duo examines GEORGIA BULLDOGS' favorable home schedule and TENNESSEE VOLUNTEERS' quarterback situation post-Nico Iamaleava. LSU TIGERS' transfer portal strategy and SOUTH CAROLINA GAMECOCKS' potential with Spencer Rattler take center stage in the middle-tier team breakdown. Georgia's tough games are at h...

SEC Football Shakeup: Vanderbilt QB's Bold Claims and Playoff Expansion Drama

Diego Pavia ignites controversy, declaring SEC superiority over Big Ten and predicting Vanderbilt's rise to college football dominance. Chris Gordy analyzes these audacious statements while exploring the ongoing College Football Playoff expansion debates, including the SEC-Big Ten formatting battle. 

Diego Pavia's firing shots at the Big Ten, claiming the S...

SEC football rankings shake-up: Phil Steele's surprising predictions for 2025. Is your team poised for success?

Chris Gordy breaks down Phil Steele's latest college football rankings, revealing unexpected placements for SEC powerhouses like the Alabama Crimson Tide, Georgia Bulldogs, and LSU Tigers. The episode also covers Gage Wood's historic no-hitter in the College World Series for Arkansas, Texas' Directors' Cup victory, and a f...

The SEC recruiting landscape shifts as NIL regulations evolve. Will new rules reshape college football's power dynamics?

Chris Gordy and recruiting expert Brian Smith analyze the NCAA's $20 million revenue sharing settlement and its impact on SEC programs. They explore how top schools like Alabama Crimson Tide and Georgia Bulldogs might navigate the changing NIL landscape. The discussion covers recent high-profile commitments, inclu...

College football's landscape shifts dramatically with NCAA's game-changing settlement. Will player payments reshape team dynamics and recruiting strategies across the SEC?

Hosts dissect the settlement's far-reaching implications, from potential roster size changes to the evolving role of NIL collectives. The conversation heats up with bold predictions for the upcoming season, including Arch Manning's impact at Texas and Florida's pl...

SEC football fans, brace yourselves! The 2025 schedule release is here, and it's reshaping the conference landscape. Will night games be the key to unlocking upsets? Which team do you think benefits most from their schedule timing? 

Chris Gordy breaks down the game-changing impact of primetime matchups, analyzing how they could make or break teams' seasons. From the Alabama Crimson Tide's challenging road game at Georgia to the LSU ...

College sports revolution: Direct athlete payments and NIL changes reshape the landscape. Explore the seismic shift in college athletics as the SEC and schools like Vanderbilt grapple with new rules allowing direct payments to athletes. Chris Gordy, host of Locked on SEC is joined by Corey Burton of Locked On Vandy, breaking down the implications for recruiting, transfers, and competitive balance. 

Discover how the projected revenue...

College sports revolution: NCAA settlement allows schools to make direct payments to athletes, signaling the end of college athletics amateurism. This changes recruiting dynamics and levels the playing field. Collectives might fade as NIL deals face scrutiny. What impact do you think this will have on your favorite team's competitiveness?

The landscape of college athletics is undergoing a seismic shift. Chris Gordy and guest Graham ...

SEC dominance in ESPN's 2025 FPI rankings: Hype or reality? 11 of the top 19 teams hail from the powerhouse conference, sparking debate among college football fans. Texas is #1, Georgia #2, and Alabama #3. Surprisingly, Texas A&M is #8 - higher than most fans would expect.

The FPI's most anticipated games for 2025 are out. Top matchups include Texas at Georgia (Nov 15) and Texas at Ohio State (Week 1). SEC showdowns like Alabama-Geo...

SEC football shakeup: Alabama player's bold Vanderbilt comments spark controversy. Is this the new era of player-media interactions?

Hosts dissect Ryan Williams' "ant" analogy for Vanderbilt and its potential impact on team motivation. The conversation shifts to Brian Smith's contentious coach recruiting rankings, with surprising inclusions like Hugh Freeze at #7. ESPN's Football Power Index predictions take center stage, as Texas c...

SEC football recruiting heats up as top prospects make official visits. Which powerhouse programs are poised for a rankings jump?

Chris Gordy and recruiting expert Brian Smith break down the latest developments in SEC recruiting. They analyze Alabama Crimson Tide's impressive visitor list, Florida Gators' efforts to overcome challenges, and Georgia Bulldogs' continued dominance in landing elite defensive talent. The duo provides ins...

Some offseason SEC football drama unfolds as Alabama's Ryan Williams fires shots at Vanderbilt and other teams Bama lost to last season. Is this bulletin board material or a sign of Crimson Tide dominance to come? Chris Gordy breaks down Williams' bold "ant and sledgehammer" statement, analyzing its potential impact on both teams. ! With key players returning like Diego Pavia and Eli Stowers could Vandy surprise again? What's your ...

The SEC dominates the college sports landscape but is the conference reshaping playoff discussions and NCAA championships? Chris Gordy breaks down the latest SEC news, from College Football Playoff expansion debates. 

Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark is urging the SEC and Big Ten to go along with his CFP proposal, saying that the 2 conferences have a “great responsibility” to follow through on the new format. Greg Sankey and the SE...

SEC football fans, get ready for a thrilling season kickoff  weekend as game times are officially out for Week 1! Discover the latest game times and matchups, including Auburn vs. Baylor and Alabama at Florida State and LSU at Clemson, as Chris Gordy breaks down the SEC's exciting week 1 schedule. Which game are you most excited for and why?

And Greg Sankey just dropped a bomb - $500K fines for field/court storming, up from $100K. I...

Is the NCAA losing its grip on college football? Greg Sankey's bold comments have sparked a debate about the future of the Southeastern Conference (SEC) and its potential independence. With the SEC's power growing, what does this mean for the college football playoff system and the traditional rivalries we hold dear?

Join Zach Blackerby, Stephen Willis, and other experts as they dissect Sankey's statements and explore the implicatio...

Dive into the latest SEC recruiting buzz as Chris Gordy and Brian Smith dissect the impact of transfer portal windows on team dynamics and the SEC landscape. With insights into Alabama's pursuit of top defensive talent and Georgia's strategic commitments, this episode is packed with high-stakes analysis. Also, Kirby Smart calls the future of the Transfer Portal as the "biggest decision facing college football." What do you think - ...

As the Southeastern Conference faces criticism and potential changes, the spotlight is on SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey's comments about playoff representation. This episode features Chris Gordy and guest Chris Marler dissecting the implications of a 9-game conference schedule and the long-term impact of powerhouse additions like Oklahoma and Texas. 

9-game SEC schedule talk heating up, but ADs say it depends on CFP spots. Trev Alber...

Greg Sankey's comments at SEC meetings are stirring up controversy, questioning the current College Football Playoff format and its emphasis on undefeated records over quality matchups. Some fans are accusing him of "destroying college football." But is he just doing his job by prioritizing SEC interests? What's your take on Sankey's approach to conference expansion and the playoff, and looking out for the best of the SEC? Could we...

The College Football Playoff is shaking up its seeding rules - With the new "straight seating structure" set for 2025, SEC teams might secure more first-round byes, regardless of conference championship status. This episode unpacks the implications of these changes, featuring insights from Chris Gordy on how they could reshape the playoff landscape. Last year, it would've meant 2 SEC teams in the top 4. What do you think about this...