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

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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.

  1. 2d ago

    ESPN Says THIS About Shane Beamer's Team... Do You Agree?

    ESPN's latest Football Power Index (FPI) rankings are out, and South Carolina fans have plenty to debate. On today's episode of Locked On Gamecocks, Chris Marler breaks down where the Gamecocks landed in ESPN's preseason rankings, why the numbers are both encouraging and frustrating, and whether South Carolina is being properly valued heading into the 2026 season. We dive into: Why ESPN's FPI ranks South Carolina No. 23 nationally What the Gamecocks' Top-10 strength of schedule means for the College Football Playoff race Why Chris believes this is actually one of South Carolina's most manageable SEC schedules in years The biggest flaws in ESPN's predictive model—and where it has actually been surprisingly accurate How preseason rankings could impact South Carolina's playoff resume later in the season Why perception matters just as much as performance in the expanded College Football Playoff era In the second half of the show, we shift our focus to LaNorris Sellers and discuss why 2026 could be the season that launches him into the first round of the NFL Draft. Topics include: Todd McShay's high praise for Sellers as one of the nation's top quarterback prospects Why Kendal Briles' offense is built to maximize Sellers' unique skill set The biggest improvements Sellers must make this season Why staying ahead of the chains could completely transform South Carolina's offense How an improved offensive line and loaded receiver room could unlock the Gamecocks' full potential Why this offense has all the pieces to become one of the SEC's biggest surprises in 2026 Can Shane Beamer and LaNorris Sellers exceed expectations once again? Is South Carolina being overlooked heading into the season, or did ESPN get it right? Subscribe for daily South Carolina Gamecocks football coverage, recruiting updates, SEC analysis, transfer portal news, and everything happening around Shane Beamer's program. #Gamecocks #SouthCarolina #LaNorrisSellers #ShaneBeamer #CollegeFootball #SECFootball #CFBPlayoff #ESPNFPI #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.

    18 min

  2. 3d ago

    SEC SQUAD - SEC Quarterback RANKINGS | Where LaNorris Sellers sits

    SEC quarterback rankings heat up as Trinidad Chambliss, Gunner Stockton, and Arch Manning battle for the top spot. Can Chambliss maintain his edge, or will Stockton’s playoff pedigree put him over the top? The conversation focused on key quarterback prospects from Ole Miss, Georgia, Texas, Oklahoma, and Missouri, and how newcomers like Austin Simmons and Keelon Russell could shake up the top 10. The discussion explored the unpredictability of SEC rosters and the impact of upcoming talent, while raising questions about the value of conference sponsorships—including the Big 12’s surprising deal with Monster Energy. Insights into stadium upgrades across the conference, anticipated moments at SEC Media Days, and which rising quarterbacks could become Heisman contenders round out this deep-dive, making it essential listening for any college football fan following the SEC’s ever-changing landscape. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    36 min

  3. 4d ago

    South Carolina lands ANOTHER 4⭐... And They're Not Slowing Down! 🔥

    South Carolina's recruiting momentum isn't slowing down—and Shane Beamer just added another four-star playmaker to the future of the Gamecocks. On today's episode of Locked On Gamecocks, Chris Marler breaks down South Carolina landing 2028 four-star wide receiver Jet Gibbs, why Mike Furrey continues to establish himself as one of the SEC's top recruiters, and how the Gamecocks are quietly building one of the deepest receiver pipelines in college football. We discuss: Why Jet Gibbs is such a huge addition to South Carolina's 2028 class The incredible athletic profile that has everyone talking (4.33 speed and elite track times) How Mike Furrey continues to land blue-chip receivers at an elite rate Why North Carolina has become one of South Carolina's biggest recruiting hotbeds How Shane Beamer continues to build recruiting momentum after an incredible 2027 cycle Why the Gamecocks' future receiver room could be the deepest of the Beamer era In the second half of the show, we shift to LaNorris Sellers and discuss why 2026 could be his true breakout season. Topics include: Todd McShay ranking Sellers among the nation's top NFL Draft quarterbacks Why Kendal Briles' offense is a perfect fit for Sellers' skill set The biggest areas where Sellers must improve in Year 3 Why staying ahead of the chains will completely change South Carolina's offense How the improved receiver room could unlock the next level of Sellers' game Why this offense has the potential to become one of the SEC's most explosive units in 2026 Can South Carolina's recruiting surge and a breakout year from LaNorris Sellers be the combination that launches the Gamecocks into SEC contention? Subscribe for daily South Carolina Gamecocks football coverage, recruiting intel, SEC analysis, transfer portal updates, and everything happening around Shane Beamer's program. #Gamecocks #SouthCarolina #ShaneBeamer #LaNorrisSellers #Recruiting #JetGibbs #GamecockFootball #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.

    31 min

  4. 5d ago

    The Program-Defining Week That Could Change South Carolina Football Forever 👀

    South Carolina football just had what may go down as the most important recruiting week of the Shane Beamer era. On today's episode of Locked On Gamecocks, Chris Marler breaks down how South Carolina landed FOUR commitments in FOUR days, skyrocketed into the Top 25 of the 2027 recruiting rankings, and proved it can beat some of the biggest recruiting powers in college football for elite talent. We dive into: Why this was a program-defining week for South Carolina recruiting How the Gamecocks landed 5-star DB Joshua Dobson over Texas A&M, Michigan, LSU and other national powers Why Davion Jones, Nate Carson and Jaden Brody make this class even more impressive The importance of winning recruiting battles against programs with massive NIL resources How Shane Beamer and his staff are expanding South Carolina's recruiting footprint across the Southeast Why Torrian Gray, Clayton White and the coaching staff deserve major credit for this recruiting run How the Gamecocks addressed multiple position needs while dramatically improving the 2027 class ranking Whether this recruiting success can finally translate into wins on the field in 2026 We also discuss one of the biggest questions surrounding the program: How many games does Shane Beamer need to win in 2026 to maintain this recruiting momentum? Chris explains why seven wins remains the baseline and why a fast start could eliminate negative recruiting surrounding the future of the program. Finally, we react to Todd McShay's glowing evaluation of LaNorris Sellers, who was ranked as one of the top quarterback prospects for the 2027 NFL Draft. Is Sellers already playing his way into the conversation as a future Top-5 NFL Draft pick? Subscribe for daily South Carolina Gamecocks football coverage, recruiting intel, SEC football analysis, transfer portal news, and everything happening around Shane Beamer's program. #Gamecocks #SouthCarolina #ShaneBeamer #Recruiting #JoshuaDobson #LaNorrisSellers #GamecockFootball #SECFootball #CollegeFootball #LockedOnGamecocks Image via Reuters/Imagn 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.

    27 min

  5. Jul 3

    NOT MESSING AROUND! South Carolina lands ANOTHER 4 Star DB, Davion Jones

    Live reaction show to South Carolina landing another our star recruit. Davion Jones, the teammate of 5 Star Josh Dobson, commits to the Gamecocks and Shane Beamer. What does this mean, what does it do for the class, and are the Gamecocks still not done? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    21 min

  6. Jul 1

    BANG! South Carolina lands 5 Star DB Josh Dobson! LIVE REACTION!

    Live reaction to the MASSIVE commitment of 5 Star DB Josh Dobson. Shane Beamer keeps the recruiting train rolling with just the 10th 5 star in program history! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    34 min

  7. Jun 29

    HUGE! South Carolina's 2027 Class Is About to EXPLODE 🚨

    South Carolina football recruiting is on the verge of a potentially program-changing week, and the Gamecocks are building serious momentum on the trail. On today's episode, we start by breaking down South Carolina's newest commitment as in-state linebacker Jackson Ross officially joins the 2027 recruiting class. Why was keeping the Hammond School standout home such a priority for Shane Beamer and Clayton White, and what does Ross bring to the future of the Gamecock defense? Then we shift to the biggest recruiting story in the country: five-star defensive back Joshua Dobson. Just days before his July 1 commitment, the buzz around South Carolina continues to grow. We discuss: Why the Gamecocks are trending for one of the nation's top defensive backs Torrian Gray's impact on the recruitment How Shane Beamer answered Dobson's biggest questions during his official visit The role NIL has played in South Carolina's rise Why Texas A&M and Michigan are still very much in the race What landing Dobson would mean for the future of the program We also give the latest recruiting update on four-star offensive lineman Nate Carson, whose July 3 commitment is quickly approaching. Georgia appeared to be the favorite earlier this summer, but South Carolina has made a huge push after getting the final official visit. Could the Gamecocks pull off back-to-back recruiting wins over some of college football's biggest programs? Finally, we wrap up the show with another major addition for South Carolina baseball as Auburn transfer outfielder Bristol Carter commits to the Gamecocks. We discuss what Carter brings to the lineup, how he fits into Kevin Schnall's roster rebuild, and why South Carolina continues to attack the transfer portal with purpose as it reshapes the roster for 2027. Subscribe for daily South Carolina Gamecocks coverage, recruiting intel, football analysis, baseball transfer portal updates, SEC news, and everything happening around Shane Beamer and Gamecock athletics. #Gamecocks #SouthCarolina #ShaneBeamer #Recruiting #JoshuaDobson #JacksonRoss #NateCarson #GamecockFootball #GamecockBaseball #SECFootball 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.

    28 min

  8. Jun 29

    WOW! Several SEC and South Carolina players snubbed in new CFB game

    It's a Crossover! LockedOn SEC and LockedOn Gamecocks talk about the new EA Sports CFB Video game. EA Sports College Football 27 rankings ignite debate: Can Missouri surge in the SEC with two top-10 players, and is Kewan Lacy the conference’s best player? Top player and team ratings raise eyebrows as SEC standouts like KJ Bolden, Ahmad Hardy, and Colin Simmons compete with national names Jeremiah Smith for virtual supremacy. Surprises abound as high-profile talents like Arch Manning and Cam Coleman miss the top 10, while Mizzou and Ole Miss make unexpected appearances among elite offenses and overall teams. Chris Marler spotlights strengths and roster questions around top-ranked programs including Texas, Georgia, LSU, and Oklahoma. Heated analysis covers defensive rankings—Georgia sitting behind Texas Tech?—as well as key positional debates at quarterback, running back, and linebacker. With bold takes on coaching transitions and rising SEC stars like Dylan Stewart and Centurion Perkins, this episode breaks down whether the video game hype aligns with on-field realities for 2026. 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.

    36 min
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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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