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Michigan State Spartans dominate Maryland Terrapins 91-48, as Jeremy Fears racks up a career-high 17 assists and a jaw-dropping +43 plus-minus. Is Tom Izzo’s squad peaking at the perfect time for a deep Big Ten tournament run? Matt Sheehan breaks down Michigan State’s relentless fast break, defensive mastery, and stand-out performances from Carson Cooper and Coen Carr, highlighting how the Spartans’ teamwork led to a wire-to-wire beatdown. The conversation shifts to football, with key recruiting updates: four-star prospects Myles Smith and Jakari Lipskey headline Junior Day, and Jason Killop offers insider analysis on Pat Fitzgerald’s recruiting strategy in Michigan, Chicago, and beyond. Can Michigan State leverage local talent to revamp its roster for the coming season? Don’t miss this inside look at the Spartans’ path to basketball glory and football recruiting momentum. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Mazda Like our players, we’re driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count. There’s more to a Mazda. Because there’s more to you. Turbo Tax For 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. Rocket Money Let Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON FanDuel If you’re a new customer, bet just $5 and get $200 in Bonus Bets if you win. Make it count — because after the Super Bowl, the season is over. Last call for football on FanDuel, an Official Sportsbook Partner of Super Bowl Sixty. 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.

Michigan State Spartans basketball stays red-hot with standout performances, but who still isn’t getting enough credit? Matt Sheehan and Zach Surdenik spotlight the underrated impact of Jordan Scott’s defensive growth and Carson Cooper’s remarkable development, asking if either could be the next Spartan to make waves in the NBA. The conversation digs into leadership, chemistry, and the overlooked stats behind MSU’s Big Ten surge, with insights on Jeremy Fears and the value of veteran cohesion.Upcoming, the Spartans prepare to face Maryland, a team reeling from double-digit losses and missing key scorer Pharrel Payne. Can Diggy Coit’s long-range shooting threaten Michigan State’s stifling defense? Matt Sheehan breaks down Maryland’s weaknesses, MSU’s travel fatigue, and what fans should watch for as the Big Ten season intensifies. Don’t miss this energetic breakdown of the Spartans’ unsung heroes and their path to continued dominance.Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   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.

Big Ten powers shake up college football’s landscape as Indiana clinches a third straight national championship, leaving SEC fans and legends like Nick Saban searching for answers. Can the Big Ten’s dominance continue, and what does the rise of NIL spending mean for upcoming playoff scenarios? Hosts Spencer McLaughlin, Mark Culkin, and Roman Tomashoff tackle the drama—debating Ohio State’s loaded 2026 schedule, USC’s playoff hopes under Lincoln Riley, and Washington’s underrated roster. Roster analysis, playoff expansion, and conference pride fuel heated predictions for the next national champion. Will teams like Oregon and Michigan keep pace? Should a 9-3 powerhouse make the expanded playoff cut? The squad calls out shifting money dynamics, relocation headaches, and college sports’ evolving sense of fairness. Get expert takes on the Big Ten’s surging reputation, playoff expansion controversies, and the stories shaking up the sport as powerhouse programs aim for a fourth consecutive title. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

DONATE TO THE FAMILY OF DAN STURGES HERE: https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-support-of-the-sturges-squadMichigan State Spartans fans hold their breath as roster uncertainty clouds the horizon. With over 40 departures and a flurry of new faces through the transfer portal—like Ben Murawski, Trent Fraley, and Jazz Patterson—can MSU rebuild its football program’s edge and receiver rooms in time? Matt Sheehan scrutinizes key additions and retention moves, openly questioning if defensive line and wide receiver depth will be enough for Big Ten competition. Spotlight shifts to a surprising NCAA basketball eligibility shakeup and a playful debate: Which former Spartan basketball standout would you bring back if rules no longer applied? From Travis Trice to Gabe Brown and Nick Ward, Matt Sheehan imagines a “what-if” lineup that could electrify Breslin Center. Get the inside scoop on Michigan State’s transfer strategy, roster concerns, and the latest in college basketball chaos—all with Matt Sheehan's signature candor and wit. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today'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 Tax For 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. FanDuel Today'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.

Michigan State football has seen plenty of movement this portal season, but is the offensive side of the ball missing a lot at receiver? We talk about it with Mike Jones of Can’t Read Can’t Write, plus plenty of other portal items to discuss. Then…WHERE WERE YOU FOR THE CARSON COOPER GAME? He goes off for a career night as Coen Carr, Trey Fort and second-half Jeremy Fears take home the west coast sweep.Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   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.

Michigan State Spartans surge with a four-game win streak, while the Oregon Ducks reel from roster woes and a cold streak in Eugene. Can the Ducks overcome injuries to Jackson Shelstad and Nate Bittle, or will Tom Izzo’s signature defense and rebounding crush Oregon’s upset hopes? Matt Sheehan and Spencer McLaughlin examine the pivotal guard matchup, the impact of K.J. Evans on the glass, and the changing complexion of this cross-conference showdown. The conversation shifts to program perspectives: Is Dana Altman’s seat heating up after Oregon’s worst season in years, and what culture changes restored Michigan State’s grit? Insightful analysis covers Jeremy Fears’ emerging role, the importance of guard depth, and how off-court developments could shape both teams’ futures. Don’t miss this spirited Locked On College Crossover look at Spartans vs. Ducks. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today'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 Tax For 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. FanDuel Today'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.

Michigan State Spartans eye a bold new chapter as top UConn transfers Cam Edwards (RB) and Ben Murawski (LT) arrive, igniting hopes for Big Ten dominance. Are these Connecticut standouts the missing pieces MSU needs to contend? Insights include their leadership styles, on-field versatility, and how MSU’s offensive line could reach new heights with Moroski anchoring the trenches.On the hardwood, Michigan State basketball continues to overpower Big Ten opponents, with Jeremy Fears averaging 17 points and 7 assists over the last five games and securing the No. 1 defense in the nation, per KenPom. The discussion covers Coen Carr’s development, Trey Fort’s shifting role, and the looming matchups against Michigan and Purdue. Will Tom Izzo’s squad maintain their defensive edge en route to a Big Ten title battle?Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   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.

MSU Spartans and Washington Huskies battle roster upheaval and coaching drama ahead of their key basketball showdown. Can either program overcome a turbulent football offseason while strengthening for Big Ten competition? Matt Sheehan and Roman Tomashoff spotlight Michigan State’s extensive transfer portal activity, the need to rebuild core units like offensive line and running backs, and the arrival of Pat Fitzgerald to reenergize Spartan football. On Washington’s side, quarterback DeMond Williams Jr.’s headline-grabbing return and massive roster turnover have fans questioning locker room unity under coach Jedd Fisch. Shifting to basketball, discussion centers on Washington’s injury-riddled, underappreciated squad, Michigan State’s relentless defense and rebounding, and X-factors that could decide Saturday’s matchup. Will three-point woes doom the Huskies, or can rising stars like Bryson Tucker spark an upset? Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today'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. Wayfair Get 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. FanDuel Today'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.

Will Indiana secure a historic third straight Big Ten national championship, or can Miami pull off an upset at home? The panel breaks down the surprising Indiana vs. Miami title matchup, spotlighting Fernando Mendoza’s efficiency, Miami’s home-field advantage, and the impact of dynamic stars like Elijah Surratt. The crew debates why traditional powerhouses like Oregon, USC, and UCLA are chasing the Hoosiers, and what it will take for Miami—led by Carson Beck—to topple Indiana’s disciplined defense. West Coast transfer portal winners and the “James Madison model” are in the spotlight, with UCLA’s aggressive rebuild and USC’s strategic portal moves scrutinized. Insights on Dante Moore’s development, key prop bets from FanDuel, and bold predictions for the Big Ten’s hottest teams set the stage for an unmissable showdown. Can UCLA or USC reclaim national prominence, or will Indiana’s blue-collar approach keep them on top? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michigan State Spartans overhaul their roster with over two dozen transfer portal additions—but is it enough to spark a turnaround? Matt Sheehan and Stephen Brooks debate whether a 49th-ranked transfer class can fill glaring gaps, especially at edge rusher and defensive line, while balancing fan excitement with realistic expectations for Pat Fitzgerald’s first season in East Lansing. Key storylines spotlight the influx of talent at offensive line and running back, the uncertainty at wide receiver, and high-stakes questions on defense featuring names like Cam Edwards, Ben Murawski, and Tre Bell. Listeners get expert analysis on immediate impact players, roster building challenges, and what it takes for the Spartans to push for a bowl game next year—plus, who could surprise and what positions still need answers as the transfer window closes. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today'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. Wayfair Get 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. FanDuel Today'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.