Locked On Gamecocks - Daily Podcast On South Carolina Gamecocks Football & Basketball

Locked On Gamecocks podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the South Carolina Gamecocks. Hosted by University of South Carolina graduate and longtime fan Andrew Lyon, the Locked On Gamecocks podcast provides your daily South Carolina Gamecocks fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things Gamecocks. From the legendary Williams-Brice Stadium to the electrifying Colonial Life Arena, and everywhere in between, the Locked On Gamecocks podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside the Gamecocks locker room and the SEC. The Locked On Gamecocks podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

  1. 1d ago

    Gamecocks Recruiting Update: Is a HUGE Flip Coming for Shane Beamer?

    South Carolina football is officially closing in on the 2026 season, but Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks still have plenty happening on the recruiting trail. On today’s Locked On Gamecocks, Chris Marler is joined by Rob Williams of Inside the Gamecocks and Four Quarter Friday to break down the latest South Carolina recruiting news, including the Gamecocks’ 2027 class, potential flip candidates and why winning this fall could completely change USC’s recruiting momentum. The guys dive into LSU RB commit Trey Segarra and why South Carolina may still have a chance with the talented in-state prospect. Plus, which Gamecocks have generated the most buzz during preseason camp? Rob gives his thoughts on Mazeo Bennett, DJ Black and the South Carolina defense before Chris breaks down the latest college football calendar and transfer portal changes coming to the sport. Topics include: South Carolina football recruiting, Shane Beamer, Trey Segarra, 2027 recruiting, Gamecocks flip candidates, Mazeo Bennett, DJ Black, LaNorris Sellers, Clayton White’s defense and the latest college football rule changes. Subscribe to Locked On Gamecocks for daily South Carolina Gamecocks football, recruiting, transfer portal and SEC coverage. #SouthCarolinaFootball #Gamecocks #GamecockFootball #SouthCarolinaRecruiting #ShaneBeamer #SECfootball #CollegeFootball #LockedOnGamecocks MAKE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE SPONSORS THAT MAKE OUR SHOW POSSIBLE WAYFAIR Patio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. LARINE CO Give Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. 5-Hour ENERGY Bring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. PONCHO Go to ponchooutdoors.com/LOCKEDON and enter your email to get $10 off and free shipping on your first order. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. 1d ago

    WHOA! J.C. Shurburtt: 7-5 Would Be DISAPPOINTING for South Carolina

    Is South Carolina football being underrated heading into the 2026 season? With kickoff less than 10 days away, J.C. Shurburtt of GamecockCentral and Inside the Gamecocks joins Chris Marler on Locked On Gamecocks to break down South Carolina's projected depth chart, the biggest surprises from preseason camp and why expectations for Shane Beamer's team might need to be even higher. J.C. explains why South Carolina's talented freshman class has been one of the biggest stories of fall camp, including immediate contributions from Noah Clark, J'Zavien Currence, Kosci Barnes and Sequel Patterson. The guys also dive into a South Carolina wide receiver room that suddenly looks loaded with options. DJ Black has emerged as one of the biggest breakout players of camp, while Mazeo Bennett, Nyck Harbor, Sequel Patterson, Nitro Tuggle and Donovan Murph give LaNorris Sellers and Kendal Briles plenty of weapons. But the biggest question remains up front. Can South Carolina finally fix its offensive line? With Jacarrius Peak returning and several new pieces joining the rotation, J.C. explains why this year's offensive line looks different from the groups that struggled over the past few seasons — and why even average SEC offensive line play could dramatically raise the ceiling of the Gamecocks offense. Chris and J.C. also break down the crowded running back battle featuring Matt Fuller, Christian Clark, Jawarn Howell, Isaiah Augustave and Jabri Coleman, along with several position battles that could continue into the opening weeks of the season. Then J.C. delivers his biggest prediction for South Carolina in 2026: A 7-5 season would be disappointing. Is this really Shane Beamer's best roster at South Carolina? And if LaNorris Sellers thrives in Kendal Briles' offense, just how high is the ceiling for the Gamecocks? Chris closes the show by reacting to the Locked On Top 100 College Football Players, including the rankings of Sellers and Dylan Stewart — and why Nyck Harbor and Gabriel Brownlow-Dindy deserved much more respect. Topics include: South Carolina's projected 2026 depth chart Biggest surprises from preseason camp DJ Black's breakout Mazeo Bennett's emergence Sequel Patterson and the freshman class J'Zavien Currence vs. David Bucey South Carolina's improved secondary depth Matt Fuller emerging at running back The Gamecocks' deep RB rotation Can the offensive line finally turn things around? Jacarrius Peak's importance LaNorris Sellers and Kendal Briles J.C. Shurburtt's bold South Carolina prediction Why 7-5 could be disappointing Dylan Stewart's national ranking Where Sellers ranks among college football's best players Subscribe to Locked On Gamecocks for daily South Carolina football coverage, recruiting news, analysis, SEC football and everything surrounding Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks. #SouthCarolina #Gamecocks #SouthCarolinaFootball #GamecocksFootball #LaNorrisSellers #ShaneBeamer #DylanStewart #SECfootball #CollegeFootball #LockedOnGamecocks PONCHO DISCOUNT Go to ponchooutdoors.com/LOCKEDON and enter your email to get $10 off and free shipping on your first order Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season. 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) Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. 2d ago

    South Carolina Almost Landed an NFL Player?!

    Could NFL players actually return to college football? And just how close was South Carolina to landing one of the players at the center of the controversy? On today’s episode of Locked On Gamecocks, Chris Marler breaks down one of the wildest stories of the 2026 college football offseason after the SEC moved to prevent players with NFL experience from returning to college football. Chris discusses former Ole Miss tight end Dae’Quan Wright, who ultimately landed at LSU after drawing interest from South Carolina and Ole Miss, and explains why Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks were willing to explore adding him. Is pursuing a former NFL player crossing a line — or simply doing whatever it takes to compete in the modern SEC? Then longtime friend of the show Mike Calabrese joins Chris for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of college athletics and the upcoming 2026 college football season. Mike explains his work surrounding the Protect College Sports Act, what the proposed legislation could mean for the transfer portal, NIL and revenue sharing, and why federal legislation could have massive implications for the future of college sports. Then it’s time to talk actual football. Mike gives his outlook for South Carolina in 2026, why Kendal Briles could completely transform the Gamecocks offense and why LaNorris Sellers remains one of the most intriguing quarterbacks in college football. Could Sellers bounce back in a big way? Could South Carolina go from a four-win disappointment to an eight- or nine-win team? And could Sellers even become a legitimate Heisman Trophy candidate? Plus, Chris and Mike dive into their favorite college football futures and Week 0/Week 1 bets, including LSU’s national championship upside, Georgia’s path back to Atlanta and several early-season underdogs worth watching. If you love South Carolina Gamecocks football, SEC football, college football betting, LaNorris Sellers, Shane Beamer and the chaos surrounding the modern transfer portal, this episode has you covered. Topics include: SEC says no to NFL players returning to college football South Carolina's pursuit of Dae’Quan Wright Why Shane Beamer was willing to explore the move The fifth-year eligibility controversy Protect College Sports Act explained Potential changes to the transfer portal Revenue sharing and the future of college athletics South Carolina's 2026 win total Kendal Briles' impact on LaNorris Sellers Why South Carolina could be a boom-or-bust team LaNorris Sellers as a Heisman sleeper LSU's national championship potential Georgia's path to the SEC Championship Week 0 and Week 1 college football best bets Subscribe to Locked On Gamecocks for daily coverage of South Carolina football, recruiting, the transfer portal and everything happening with Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks. #SouthCarolina #Gamecocks #SouthCarolinaFootball #SECfootball #CollegeFootball #LaNorrisSellers #ShaneBeamer #LockedOnGamecocks #CFB #GamecocksFootball Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. 4d ago

    Brooks Austin: LaNorris Sellers Could EXPLODE in Kendal Briles’ Offense

    How good can LaNorris Sellers and South Carolina football actually be in 2026? Brooks Austin of The Film Guy Network joins Locked On Gamecocks to break down Sellers’ film, his fit in Kendal Briles’ offense and why the Gamecocks could have a much higher ceiling than people realize. On today’s episode of Locked On Gamecocks, Chris Marler is joined by Brooks Austin to take a deep dive into the biggest questions surrounding Shane Beamer’s team entering the 2026 college football season. It starts with LaNorris Sellers. After a disappointing 2025 season for South Carolina’s offense, why should Gamecock fans believe this year could be different? Brooks explains what he has seen on Sellers’ film, the development he has made mechanically and why pairing his dual-threat ability with Kendal Briles could finally unlock the version of Sellers everyone expected to see. Could Sellers throw for 3,200 yards, add another 600 yards rushing and approach 40 total touchdowns? Brooks explains why that type of production is within reach — and why Sellers’ NFL Draft hype isn’t as crazy as some national analysts believe. The guys also discuss South Carolina’s offensive line, the importance of Briles bringing his system to Columbia, the Gamecocks’ improved collection of weapons and why getting the football out of Sellers’ hands quicker could make a massive difference. And what about the other side of the ball? Brooks believes South Carolina’s defense doesn't get nearly enough respect nationally. With Clayton White back, another talented secondary and Dylan Stewart leading a loaded defensive front, could the Gamecocks once again have one of the SEC’s best defenses? PLUS, Chris dives into one of the craziest developments of the college football offseason. Former college players who had already pursued NFL opportunities are suddenly returning to college after court rulings granted additional eligibility. What does it mean for the sport, and could former South Carolina starter DQ Smith return to college football? South Carolina has already added Appalachian State defensive back Ethan Johnson, but should Shane Beamer pursue even more players this close to kickoff? Chris explains why the latest transfer portal madness might be a bridge too far — even in the Wild West era of college football. Topics include: LaNorris Sellers, Kendal Briles, Shane Beamer, Clayton White, Dylan Stewart, South Carolina’s 2026 offense, Gamecocks defense, NFL Draft projections, DQ Smith, Ethan Johnson, transfer portal news and South Carolina football expectations. SUBSCRIBE to Locked On Gamecocks for daily South Carolina football news, recruiting updates, analysis and more! #SouthCarolina #Gamecocks #SouthCarolinaFootball #GamecockFootball #LaNorrisSellers #ShaneBeamer #SEC #SECfootball #CollegeFootball #LockedOnGamecocks Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. 5d ago

    The SEC Better Watch Out for South Carolina’s Defense in 2026

    South Carolina football’s defense made a statement in the Gamecocks’ final scrimmage of fall camp — and with the 2026 season less than two weeks away, is Clayton White’s unit becoming the biggest reason to believe in a Shane Beamer bounce-back season? On today’s episode of Locked On Gamecocks, Chris Marler breaks down everything coming out of South Carolina’s second and final preseason scrimmage at Williams-Brice Stadium. The Gamecocks defense won the day, with South Carolina’s defensive front creating problems for the offensive line and several young players continuing to make serious pushes for playing time. Chris discusses why freshmen J’Zavien Currence, Aiden Harris and Kosci Barnes continue to generate buzz, why Gabriel Brownlow-Dindy could be headed for a monster season and how Quay’Sheed Scott has emerged as a potential starter in the secondary. There’s plenty to like offensively, too. Freshman wide receiver Sequel Patterson continues to turn heads, DJ Black and Nyck Harbor give Kendal Briles serious speed on the outside, and quarterback LaNorris Sellers continues to earn praise for his command and decision-making in South Carolina’s new offense. Could the combination of Kendal Briles and Clayton White give Shane Beamer one of the SEC’s most underrated coordinator duos? And if the offense can consistently score 28-30 points, is this defense good enough to turn South Carolina into one of the SEC’s biggest surprises in 2026? PLUS: College football has somehow gotten even crazier. Former South Carolina defensive back DQ Smith has entered the transfer portal after becoming one of the players potentially granted a fifth season of eligibility through a court ruling. Could the former Gamecock captain and four-year starter actually return to Columbia less than two weeks before kickoff? Chris breaks down the possibility of a DQ Smith return, the addition of Appalachian State transfer Ethan Johnson, what it could mean for an increasingly loaded South Carolina secondary and why the latest eligibility lawsuits are creating another wild chapter in the transfer portal era. Topics include: South Carolina Scrimmage No. 2, Clayton White’s defense, LaNorris Sellers, Kendal Briles, J’Zavien Currence, Sequel Patterson, Kosci Barnes, Gabriel Brownlow-Dindy, Quay’Sheed Scott, Ethan Johnson, DQ Smith, Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks’ expectations for the 2026 college football season. SUBSCRIBE to Locked On Gamecocks for daily South Carolina Gamecocks football coverage, recruiting news, analysis and more. #SouthCarolinaFootball #Gamecocks #SouthCarolina #GamecockFootball #SECfootball #ShaneBeamer #LaNorrisSellers #CollegeFootball #LockedOnGamecocks Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. 6d ago

    🚨 BREAKING: South Carolina Adds ELITE Portal DB Just 2 Weeks Before Kickoff!

    🚨 South Carolina football just made a HUGE late addition to its 2026 roster. With only two weeks remaining until kickoff, Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks have added Appalachian State transfer defensive back Ethan Johnson after Johnson was granted an additional year of eligibility through a temporary restraining order. On today’s Locked On Gamecocks, Chris Marler breaks down what Johnson’s surprising addition means for South Carolina’s secondary and why this could be much more than a simple depth move. Johnson arrives in Columbia with 47 career games, 39 starts, two All-Sun Belt selections, 141 tackles and 30 passes defended. That experience immediately makes him one of the most intriguing options in a South Carolina cornerback room led by Judge Collier and Vicari Swain. Could Johnson immediately become South Carolina’s CB3? What does his arrival mean for young defensive backs Kosci Barnes and Damarcus Leach? And could the Gamecocks use more dime packages now that Torrian Gray suddenly has another experienced defensive back at his disposal? Chris also explains why this move says something bigger about Shane Beamer’s approach to the 2026 season. South Carolina continues to aggressively add veteran talent wherever possible, even with the season opener just two weeks away. Plus, we dive into the bizarre eligibility situation that allowed Johnson to enter the transfer portal in August, the upcoming Aug. 31 court date and just how crazy the current state of college football roster management has become. Topics include: 🚨 Ethan Johnson signs with South Carolina 🐔 Why the Gamecocks made the move TWO WEEKS before kickoff 🔒 Could Johnson immediately become USC's CB3? ⭐ 39 career starts and two All-Sun Belt selections 👀 What it means for Judge Collier and Vicari Swain 📈 Impact on Kosci Barnes and Damarcus Leach 🧠 Why experience matters so much in the secondary 💪 Shane Beamer's aggressive win-now roster strategy ⚖️ The bizarre TRO and fifth-year eligibility situation 🔥 How much better is South Carolina's defense after this addition? Subscribe to Locked On Gamecocks for daily South Carolina football coverage, recruiting updates, analysis and everything you need to know about the Gamecocks throughout the 2026 season. #SouthCarolinaFootball #Gamecocks #SouthCarolina #GamecockFootball #ShaneBeamer #EthanJohnson #CollegeFootball #SECfootball #TransferPortal #LockedOnGamecocks Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. Aug 21

    South Carolina’s FINAL Scrimmage: 3 Gamecocks Who MUST Step Up

    South Carolina football enters its second and FINAL scrimmage of fall camp with major questions still to answer before the 2026 season begins. On today’s episode of Locked On Gamecocks, Chris Marler previews a massive Saturday scrimmage for Shane Beamer and South Carolina as the Gamecocks continue sorting through position battles, injuries and a rapidly changing depth chart. After losing Jayden Gibson and Jayden Sellers for the season, the spotlight shifts to South Carolina’s wide receiver room. Nyck Harbor and DJ Black appear positioned for major roles, but who becomes the next man up? Chris breaks down why Mazeo Bennett, SeQoya Patterson, Lex Cyrus and Nitro Tuggle have an opportunity to establish themselves before Week 1. The offensive line is another major storyline with Jacarrius Peak expected to miss the season opener. Could Shed Sarratt, Seth Smith or Darius Gray become the answer at tackle? And what combinations could South Carolina experiment with before Peak returns? Defensively, the Gamecocks suddenly have an intriguing battle at EDGE while Dylan Stewart works his way back. Caleb Herring, Julian Walker and Anthony Addison are among the names to watch as South Carolina tries to take advantage of what Shane Beamer believes could be one of his deepest defensive fronts. Plus, one of the most fascinating battles on the entire roster continues at safety. Freshman J’Zavien Currence has generated plenty of hype, but David Bucey isn't giving up the job without a fight. How can South Carolina get its best defensive backs on the field? Finally, Chris gives his three players on the clock entering Saturday’s final scrimmage: 🏈 The kickers — Somebody has to finally take control of the job. 🏈 Isaiah Augustave — Can he force his way into a bigger role alongside Matthew Fuller and Christian Clark? 🏈 Seth Smith — With Peak sidelined, this could be his opportunity to prove he can handle SEC-level snaps at tackle. Saturday represents the closest thing South Carolina has left to a real game before Kent State comes to Williams-Brice Stadium. Who takes advantage? Drop your biggest question about the Gamecocks in the comments! LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and turn on notifications for daily South Carolina Gamecocks football coverage on Locked On Gamecocks! #SouthCarolina #Gamecocks #SouthCarolinaFootball #ShaneBeamer #LaNorrisSellers #SECfootball #CollegeFootball #GamecockFootball #LockedOnGamecocks PONCHO: Go to ponchooutdoors.com/LOCKEDON and enter your email for $10 off and free shipping on your first order! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Locked On Gamecocks podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the South Carolina Gamecocks. Hosted by University of South Carolina graduate and longtime fan Andrew Lyon, the Locked On Gamecocks podcast provides your daily South Carolina Gamecocks fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things Gamecocks. From the legendary Williams-Brice Stadium to the electrifying Colonial Life Arena, and everywhere in between, the Locked On Gamecocks podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside the Gamecocks locker room and the SEC. The Locked On Gamecocks podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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