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The In the Locker Room Podcast covers it all—college football, the SEC, the NFL, and Atlanta sports. Hosts Kenny, Mojo, and Daren deliver game previews, post-game breakdowns, bold predictions, and hot takes on the Georgia Bulldogs, LSU Tigers, Alabama Crimson Tide, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Braves, Hawks, and more. Whether it’s Saturday in the South or Sunday in the NFL, this podcast is your go-to for passionate football talk, Atlanta sports updates, and insider-style analysis.

  1. 2d ago

    ATLANTA SHOWS UP! Falcons STUN the Undefeated 49ers 29-20.

    ATLANTA SHOWS UP! Falcons STUN the Undefeated 49ers 29-20 & Now Comes the Tampa TrapSTAND UP! The Atlanta Falcons just beat the undefeated San Francisco 49ers 29-20 at home. The 49ers came in 6-0 and left with turnovers, a bruised ego and a lot of explaining to do on the flight home. Kenny breaks down the whole Falcons upset on In the Locker Room Podcast, where Atlanta sports gets the analysis it deserves. No hot takes without receipts.A week ago, the Falcons were 2-4, winless at home and written off in the group chat. Then they fell behind 14-3, the same hole as the Bears game, and answered with 23 unanswered points. Same deficit, different attitude.WHAT'S IN THIS EPISODEMichael Penix Jr. finally has time. He went 25 of 34 for 213 yards and three touchdowns with zero interceptions, and he completed 11 in a row after his first miss. The offensive line gave up zero sacks and zero quarterback hurries, a week after allowing five. Kenny explains why the quick game worked and why it isn't proven yet.The touchdowns. Nick Muse scores his first career touchdown. Kyle Pitts catches a five-yard pass for the first lead, his 300th career reception. Drake London adds a 21-yard score to open the fourth quarter. Two of the three went to tight ends.The defense is a pickpocket crew. Four takeaways against a team that had only six turnovers through six games. Atlanta has forced a turnover in five straight games. Jesse Bates makes a red-zone toe-tap interception and punches out the fumble that seals it.Kendall Daniels' week. The rookie linebacker left the Bears game on a stretcher. A week later he wore the green dot, intercepted Brock Purdy and recovered the final fumble.Special teams sparks. Khalil Herbert is elevated from the practice squad and rips off a big kickoff return. Zachariah Branch bounces back with a 60-yard return. Bijan Robinson adds 63 rushing yards.Overreaction or reality. Is this a Super Bowl team? Has Penix fixed the pressure problem? Is the offensive line fixed? Is Tampa a trap game? Kenny sorts the receipts from the group chat madness.Falcons at Buccaneers preview. Sunday, November 1 at 1 PM ET on Fox at Raymond James Stadium. Tampa is 2-5 but just beat Carolina 43-13 behind 258 rushing yards. Kenny covers: Bucky Irving and the Bucs' physical run gameBaker's custom thumb gloveA keys-to-the-game plan for each sideHis score predictionHot takes and receipts. Is Bates one of the most underrated safeties in football? Can Penix be the guy when he's protected? Is Atlanta winning the NFC South? Ask again in December.JOIN THE CONVERSATIONWho gets your defensive game ball: Daniels, Bates, Mason Smith or Za'Darius Smith? Do the Falcons win two straight in Tampa, or does Baker spoil the party? Drop your score prediction in the comments. Kenny reads the best ones.FOLLOW & SUPPORT THE SHOWFollow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeart, Audible and Pocket Casts. Subscribe on YouTube, leave a rating or review, and send this episode to your Falcons group chat. Find the show on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube at @inthelocker10, and on Facebook at In the Locker Room. Support the show at buymeacoffee.com/inthelockerroompod.Atlanta shows up. Stay locked in .KEYWORDS: Atlanta Falcons, Falcons vs 49ers, Falcons upset, Falcons podcast, Atlanta sports podcast, Michael Penix Jr., Kyle Pitts, Drake London, Bijan Robinson, Kendall Daniels, Falcons vs Buccaneers, Falcons Bucs preview, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, NFC South, NFL Week 8 recap, NFL podcast, overreaction or reality, Atlanta football

  2. 3d ago

    College Football Chaos: 7 Ranked Teams Lost, Kentucky Is Tied for First in the SEC.

    Texas beat Ole Miss. South Carolina beat Tennessee. No. 2 BYU lost to UCF. And Kentucky is tied with Georgia for first place in the SEC. Week 8 of college football turned the rankings upside down, and Kenny breaks it all down, with receipts, on In the Locker Room Podcast, where Atlanta shows up.Seven ranked teams lost in one weekend. Five of them lost to unranked teams, which ties Week 6 for the most overranked wins this season. The weekend before, five of the top seven teams lost on the same day. This episode covers what happened, why it matters and what comes next.In this episode:• Week 8 damage report: BYU falls to UCF 39-31 in double overtime. Tennessee loses 27-24 to South Carolina on a 48-yard walk-off field goal. Texas Tech, Iowa and USC also go down.• Texas 34, Ole Miss 27: Texas led 24-3, then watched Ole Miss tie it in the fourth quarter. Kenny explains why the defense is the reason Texas is still in the playoff picture, and he owns up to his "Ole Miss is the best team in the SEC" call.• Tennessee's penalty problem: The Vols were flagged 12 times for 90 yards and had three touchdown passes wiped out. Kenny asks whether that's bad luck or a lack of discipline.• BYU's trap game: An undefeated No. 2 team went to Orlando and lost. Kenny covers what went wrong and how far BYU fell in the poll.• Is Kentucky for real? The Wildcats are 7-1 and ranked No. 9. They beat LSU 35-34 in overtime, beat Oklahoma and beat Vanderbilt 34-17. Kenny goes through the tape.• Good or bad for the SEC? Nine SEC teams are ranked, but none is undefeated. Kenny makes the case both ways, then ranks the league in tiers. His pick for the best team is Georgia, then Kentucky, with LSU as his dark horse.• Around the country: A lap through the Big 12, Big Ten and ACC, plus what the chaos means for the playoff race.• Week 9 previews: Georgia vs. Florida at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Halloween, Ohio State at USC under the lights, Miami at North Carolina, Notre Dame at Navy and more.• Upset watch: Six teams that could pull the next big upset, with Kenny's picks.• Overreaction or reality: A quick-fire round on Tennessee, Texas, BYU, Kentucky and Georgia.• Accountability: Kenny goes back over last week's predictions and admits which ones didn't age well. No hot takes without receipts.Join the conversation: Who's the best team in the SEC? Is the chaos good or bad for the league? Which team pulls the next upset? What's the craziest game you've watched this season? Drop your answers in the comments. Kenny reads the best ones on the next episode.Follow and support the show:If you're listening on Spotify, hit follow so you never miss an episode. If you're watching on YouTube, subscribe and turn on notifications. A rating helps a lot too. Tag the show on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Facebook, and support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/inthelockerroompod.Atlanta shows up. Stay locked in. Keywords: college football, college football podcast, Week 8 recap, SEC football, SEC power rankings, Kentucky Wildcats, Georgia Bulldogs, Texas Longhorns, Ole Miss, Tennessee Volunteers, BYU, UCF, Ohio State, USC, AP Top 25, college football upsets, Atlanta podcast, Georgia vs. Florida

  3. Oct 22

    Top 7 Chaos: College Football Broke Saturday

    COLLEGE FOOTBALL JUST EXPLODED: 5 of the Top 7 Teams Go DownFive of the top seven teams in the country lost on the same Saturday—and college football has officially gone off the rails. In this episode of In the Locker Room Podcast, Kenny breaks down the wildest weekend of the season, from Georgia’s stunning loss to Auburn to Texas taking another painful defeat, and explains why the SEC suddenly feels like a free-for-all.Georgia, Alabama, and Texas all lost on the same day for the first time since 1996. The AP poll got turned upside down, Miami jumped to No. 1, and BYU surged to No. 2. Kenny traces the chaos back two weeks, connects the biggest moments, and explains why the playoff race is now more wide open than anyone expected.The episode goes beyond the final scores to look at what the losses reveal about the teams involved. Why did Georgia fall? Why does Texas keep letting double-digit leads slip away? And with the season turning unpredictable, which teams are real contenders—and which still have something to prove?There’s also an unforgettable underdog story: Auburn kicker Alex McPherson’s journey from major health challenges and surgery to becoming a hero in a win over the No. 1 team. It’s a reminder that one of college football’s most memorable moments can come from a player whose road back was anything but easy.Kenny shares his take on the SEC picture, makes the case for Ole Miss, and lays out why Ohio State is his pick for the best team in the country right now—with Miami, BYU, Georgia, and others still in the conversation. He also sorts teams into contenders, prove-it teams, and pretenders, and points out the viral moments fans will be talking about all week.In this episode: Why five of the top seven teams losing changes the college football conversationWhat Georgia’s loss to Auburn means for the Bulldogs and the SECHow Alex McPherson’s comeback became one of the weekend’s most remarkable storiesWhy Texas keeps blowing double-digit leadsWhat the latest results mean for the playoff race and AP pollWhich teams Kenny sees as contenders, prove-it teams, and pretendersWhy Ohio State is his pick for the best team in America right nowThe viral plays and wild finishes that made this weekend unforgettableThis is a receipts-first breakdown for fans who love college football chaos, SEC drama, playoff debates, and honest opinions backed by the weekend’s biggest moments. If you’re trying to make sense of a season where the favorites keep falling, press play—and come ready to argue.Hype CTA: Which team actually deserves to be No. 1 after this chaos? Drop your pick, share this episode with the friend who thinks their team is still unbeatable, and follow In the Locker Room Podcast so you don’t miss the next breakdown. Keywords: college football, college football highlights, college football upsets, top 7 teams lose, college football chaos, SEC football, SEC standings, Georgia football, Auburn football, Texas football, Ohio State football, Miami football, BYU football, College Football Playoff, AP poll, college football rankings, playoff race, college football analysis, college football podcast, sports podcast, college football debate, viral college football moments, Alex McPherson, In the Locker Room Podcast

  4. Oct 2

    Can the Falcons Keep This Momentum Rolling?

    The Falcons went to Lambeau Field as underdogs—and left with a 35–14 statement win. But can Atlanta turn one huge night into lasting momentum?After a rough 0–2 start, Michael Penix Jr. threw an interception on his third pass. Then he settled in, completing 16 of his next 18 passes as the Falcons’ offense came alive. Bijan Robinson powered the ground game with 194 yards and two touchdowns, while Atlanta’s defense and special teams helped deliver a complete road performance.On this episode of In the Locker Room Podcast, Kenny breaks down what changed in Green Bay, what Penix’s response to adversity says about the offense, and why Bijan may be its heartbeat. He also separates overreaction from reality: Is Penix the franchise quarterback? Is Atlanta truly back? And how much should Falcons fans read into one remarkable win?The next challenge comes quickly: a Monday night road matchup against the Saints. Kenny previews the divisional rivalry, lays out the keys to the game, and asks the question every Falcons fan is thinking: can Atlanta keep this momentum rolling?Tune in for the game breakdown, the receipts behind the win, and a look at what’s next for the Falcons.

    Can the Falcons Keep This Momentum Rolling?

  5. Oct 1

    Florida’s 52–28 Beatdown Changed the Entire SEC Conversation

    Week 4 didn’t just shake up college football—it blew open the SEC race, exposed who can finish, and reminded everyone that one Saturday can rewrite the conversation.Kenny breaks down Florida’s 52–28 statement over No. 4 Ole Miss, Georgia’s dominant 41–13 win over Oklahoma, LSU’s 35–6 takedown of Texas A&M, and Texas surviving Tennessee in a game that sparked controversy over an onside kick. If you’re trying to figure out who the real SEC contenders are, this episode takes a closer look at the teams, turning points, and debates shaping the race.In this episode, Kenny unpacks: How Florida’s run game and 302 rushing yards helped produce a statement winWhat Georgia’s defense did against Oklahoma—and what the performance could mean for the BulldogsHow Texas escaped Knoxville, plus the officiating controversy surrounding the onside kickWhy Ole Miss, LSU, Alabama, and Mississippi State are part of the SEC conversationWhat close finishes and tough losses reveal about teams under pressureThe episode also looks beyond the final scores: Dante Moore’s injury and Oregon’s response, Dylan Riola stepping in, Iowa’s last-second win over Michigan, and the suspension of South Carolina’s Dylan Stewart after an emotional outburst.The rankings are shifting, the narratives are getting messier, and every Saturday seems to raise a new question. Who made the strongest case? Which contenders have something to prove? And how much did Week 4 change the outlook for the SEC?Press play for a lively breakdown of the biggest college football storylines from the week—and the moments fans will keep debating.

    Florida’s 52–28 Beatdown Changed the Entire SEC Conversation

  6. Sep 24

    Redemption, Revenge, and College Football Chaos

    College football is already spiraling into chaos, and Week 4 is loaded with the kind of matchups that expose teams for who they really are. Ole Miss just survived a revenge-game thriller against LSU, Texas is walking into Neyland Stadium with Arch Manning under the brightest spotlight yet, and Texas A&M now has to answer for a shocking home loss before heading to Baton Rouge at night.Kenny breaks down the biggest receipts from Week 3 and turns the page to the games that could reshape the season. The headline is Trinidad Chambliss, the former Division II quarterback who stayed at Ole Miss, took over the LSU game, and proved that one opportunity can change everything. But that’s only part of the story. Vanderbilt’s wild finish, Kentucky’s upset of Texas A&M, Oregon’s rebound, Miami’s historic passing streak, and Jeremiah Smith’s record-breaking rise all make this episode a must-listen for anyone trying to stay ahead of the season before the rankings catch up.You’ll hear why Ole Miss looks legitimate even after blowing a 17-point lead, why LSU still has to learn how to finish, and why Texas cannot afford a slow start in one of the loudest environments in college football. Kenny also sets up the emotional weight of Tennessee’s first huge SEC home test, with a true freshman quarterback facing Arch Manning and a fan base ready to make Neyland a furnace.We break down: Trinidad Chambliss’ rise from Division II to SEC heroWhy Ole Miss passing the LSU test matters more than the final scoreThe pressure now sitting on Texas A&M and LSUWhy Texas vs. Tennessee could be the atmosphere game of the weekHow Oregon, USC, Miami, Alabama, and Ohio State fit into the bigger early-season pictureThis episode is for anyone who wants more than hot takes. It’s for listeners who want the context, the stakes, and the receipts before Saturday kicks off. If you care about college football, this is the episode that sets up the next turning point.

    Redemption, Revenge, and College Football Chaos

  7. Sep 23

    Michael Penix Jr. Returns at the Perfect Time for Atlanta

    The Atlanta Falcons just suffered one of the most embarrassing losses of the young season—but Thursday night in Green Bay gives them an opportunity to change the conversation.After falling 34-3 to the Carolina Panthers at home, Atlanta is searching for answers. The offense has yet to reach the red zone through two games, turnovers have repeatedly destroyed promising possessions, and a team filled with talent has struggled to find any rhythm. But just when the Falcons need a spark most, Michael Penix Jr. is stepping back onto the field.For the first time this season, Penix will take the reins as Atlanta’s starting quarterback. His return is more than a simple change under center. It represents a new beginning for an offense that has been stuck in neutral—and possibly the moment when the Falcons finally begin to look like the team many expected them to be.In this passionate episode of In the Locker Room, Kenny takes an honest look at everything that went wrong against Carolina. From Cooper Rush’s turnovers to the offense’s inability to sustain drives, Atlanta’s slow start exposed problems that cannot be ignored. The Falcons were out of rhythm from the opening snap, and by halftime, the game had already slipped away.But this episode does not stay stuck in the wreckage.Kenny explains why the Falcons still have time to recover in the NFC South, why one ugly loss does not define the entire season, and why the arrival of Penix could completely reshape the offense. With Bijan Robinson already proving himself as one of the league’s most dynamic running backs, Kyle Pitts waiting to become a consistent matchup nightmare, and Drake London capable of dominating as a true number-one receiver, Atlanta has no shortage of weapons.What has been missing is a quarterback who can use them.Penix brings the arm strength, confidence, and downfield ability needed to force opposing defenses to defend every blade of grass. His presence could open running lanes for Bijan, create easier throws underneath, and finally give Pitts and London the opportunities they have been waiting for.Kenny breaks down the most important things Penix must accomplish in his first start back. Protecting the football has to be the first priority. Atlanta cannot give Green Bay short fields or allow another game to spiral because of early mistakes. Penix must also push the ball downfield with purpose, giving the Packers a reason to respect the deep pass instead of crowding the line of scrimmage.The Falcons must get their best playmakers involved early. Kyle Pitts and Drake London cannot disappear for entire stretches of the game. Bijan Robinson needs to be established from the beginning. Efficient football will matter more than spectacular football.Kenny also takes a closer look at the Packers. Kenny identifies the key players, major X-factors, fantasy football angles, and three specific things Falcons fans should watch for from the opening snap.Will the coaching staff attack immediately? Will Penix target Pitts early? Can Atlanta stay ahead of the chains and finally finish drives in the red zone?Those answers could reveal whether the Falcons are truly turning a corner—or whether the problems exposed against Carolina are deeper than one quarterback change can fix.The emotional stakes are impossible to ignore. Penix’s last regular-season action ended with a serious knee injury against Carolina. Now, after months of rehabilitation, he returns against the same franchise immediately following Atlanta’s worst performance of the season. It is Michael Penix Jr.’s first real impression of the 2026 season. It is Atlanta’s chance to show that its offense has an identity. It is an opportunity for a talented roster to prove that its 0-2 record does not tell the entire story. And it is a gut check for a team that needs to respond before frustration turns into doubt.Kenny’s message is clear:

  8. Sep 18

    Can the Falcons Finally Stop the Panthers’ Run?

    The Falcons enter their home opener with a quarterback mystery, a rivalry that has flipped in Carolina’s favor, and a chance to reset the season before it starts to spiral. Kenny breaks down why this game comes down to one thing above all else: can Atlanta protect the football, feed Bijan Robinson, and keep Bryce Young from turning Mercedes-Benz Stadium into a problem?With no hot takes and plenty of receipts, Kenny walks through the Falcons’ Week 1 loss, Carolina’s explosive 59-37 shootout with Chicago, and the matchup details that could decide Sunday. You’ll hear why Bijan looks like the engine of the offense no matter who starts at quarterback, why Kyle Pitts and Drake London need to get involved early, and why the Panthers’ defense may be more attackable than their record suggests.Kenny also digs into the biggest storyline of the week: the Falcons’ unsettled quarterback room. Cooper Rush, Tua Tagovailoa, and Michael Penix Jr. all factor into the conversation, and each changes the offense in a different way. If Penix gets the nod, this becomes appointment listening for Falcons fans because the opponent across the field is the same team that was there the last time he took a meaningful snap.We break down the I-85 rivalry history, the hidden stakes in the injury report, and the keys that matter most: winning the turnover battle, controlling time of possession, getting the pass catchers into rhythm, pressuring Bryce Young, and avoiding special teams mistakes that already cost Atlanta once.Add in the fantasy football angle and a rapid-fire overreaction-or-reality segment, and you get a full preview built for fans who want the real edge before kickoff.If you care about the Falcons, the Panthers, or just want the clearest read on one of the most unpredictable games of Week 2, this is the episode to lock in on. A first win feels right there for Atlanta—but only if they can handle the chaos first.Before kickoff, share your prediction: Can the Falcons finally stop the Panthers’ run? Tell us who should start at quarterback and whether Atlanta gets its first win. Then follow In the Locker Room Podcast on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and wherever you listen to podcasts. Support the show at buymeacoffee.com/intheloockerroompod.

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The In the Locker Room Podcast covers it all—college football, the SEC, the NFL, and Atlanta sports. Hosts Kenny, Mojo, and Daren deliver game previews, post-game breakdowns, bold predictions, and hot takes on the Georgia Bulldogs, LSU Tigers, Alabama Crimson Tide, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Braves, Hawks, and more. Whether it’s Saturday in the South or Sunday in the NFL, this podcast is your go-to for passionate football talk, Atlanta sports updates, and insider-style analysis.

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  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
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