PREDICTION: Preseason All-ACC Picks REVEALED | Where do Kevin Jennings, Kendrick Raphael COME IN?

ADAPTING: Why Rhett Lashlee Is a Better Coach FOR RIGHT NOW Than Dabo Swinney

SMU Mustangs surge ahead as Rhett Lashlee embraces the ever-changing landscape of college football. Is the era of Clemson’s dominance over? Grayson Singleton breaks down why he’d take Lashlee over Dabo Swinney in 2026, highlighting SMU’s rapid adaptation to NIL and the transfer portal, while Clemson appears stuck in the past. Recruiting trends, ACC coaching rankings, and program direction take center stage in this bold comparison. Key discussion points include Kevin Jennings’ rise as Pro Football Focus’ No. 2 ACC quarterback, SMU’s offensive strengths, and the crucial need for fast starts—especially for the Mustangs’ high-stakes matchup against Notre Dame. Grayson Singleton explores whether SMU can disrupt the Fighting Irish in South Bend and details the strategies SMU must refine for a playoff-caliber run. Can the Mustangs maintain momentum and capitalize on these pivotal moments? 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 [https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub/]   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon [https://www.odoo.com/lockedon].   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM [https://www.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) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

UNBEATEN: Why SMU Mustangs SHOULD DOMINATE at Home—Rhett Lashlee's Path to Playoff CONTENDS

SMU Mustangs eye college football playoff glory with what may be the easiest Power Four home schedule in the nation. Can Rhett Lashlee’s squad capitalize on this favorable slate and deliver a double-digit win season? Grayson Singleton spotlights SMU’s home matchups, the team’s rising national relevance, and the must-win opportunities against Boston College, Virginia, and California at Ford Stadium. Key insights include the offensive line’s potential resurgence with PJ Williams, Addison Nichols, and Josh Bates anchoring a healthier, deeper unit. Grayson Singleton highlights the importance of closing out games, the impact on Kevin Jennings and Kendrick Raphael’s performances, and what a solid OL could mean for SMU’s playoff hopes. Plus, the Mustangs pick up a recruiting win by flipping former Texas commit Cade Haug—could Houston become SMU’s new recruiting pipeline? Don’t miss this breakdown of SMU's path to national contention. 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 [https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub/]   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon [https://www.odoo.com/lockedon].   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM [https://www.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) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BOLD: SMU's Rhett Lashlee NAILED ACC Kickoff, ACC Wants ALL THE SMOKE Nationally

SMU Mustangs make their mark at ACC Media Days as Rhett Lashlee showcases unmatched preparation and confidence in the program’s Power Four staying power. Can SMU turn ACC respect into a true College Football Playoff push? Grayson Singleton spotlights Lashlee’s strong case for SMU’s championship aspirations and unpacks the coaching staff’s unique “co-coordinator” approach—does this unconventional strategy offer an edge or invite chaos? The ACC’s underdog narrative continues as Grayson Singleton breaks down why the conference deserves more recognition for postseason success and its capacity to challenge the SEC and Big Ten in one-on-one college football matchups. Debates heat up around playoff inclusion, tiebreaker controversies, and whether Duke’s résumé ever warranted a playoff spot. Locked On SMU listeners get bold opinions, ACC insights, and a preview of next week’s interactive mailbag segment. 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 [https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub/]   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon [https://www.odoo.com/lockedon].   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM [https://www.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) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is SMU Mustangs’ Rise Under Rhett Lashlee the Most FASCINATING Story at ACC Kickoff This Year?

SMU Mustangs seize the spotlight at ACC Kickoff as head coach Rhett Lashlee doubles down on selling the program’s vision and stability. Can SMU’s rising profile and unique recruiting strategy disrupt the ACC hierarchy? Grayson Singleton breaks down why Lashlee resisted SEC overtures, opting instead for organizational stability and a bold plan to make Dallas’ best players stay home. Lashlee’s approach: quality over quantity in recruiting, emphasizing a small but impactful class built around standout prospects like quarterback Malachi Ziegler. Kevin Jennings’ breakout week continues as he inks an NIL deal with Nike and cements his status as a face of SMU football. Could Jennings’ growing national profile propel the Mustangs back to the ACC Championship Game and into College Football Playoff contention? Singleton explores the shifting criteria for elite coaching jobs, the impact of new eligibility rules on SMU’s recruiting class, and what Jennings’ star turn could mean for the Mustangs’ 2026 campaign. 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 [https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub/]   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   Indeed 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 [http://indeed.com/podcast] FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM [https://www.fanduel.com/] to get started 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 [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ACC SQUAD - ACC Football New Tiebreakers REVEALED | How they impact SMU

ACC football faces unprecedented uncertainty as the conference unveils complex new championship tiebreakers and braces for the proposed 24-team College Football Playoff. The ACC Squad breaks down the controversial “Sports Source analytics” system, debate the true motives behind the league’s rule changes, and question Commissioner Jim Phillips’ claim of unanimous playoff expansion support. Can Miami’s Mario Cristobal and other coaches adjust to this shifting landscape, and will money or merit decide the ACC’s championship contenders? The squad also tackles surging ACC revenue figures—over $900 million, a record-setting milestone—amid doubts about long-term conference stability. Florida State’s Mike Norvell faces hot seat scrutiny, while Clemson, Duke, and Boston College’s futures spark heated discussion on playoff payouts and survival. Don’t miss this spirited roundtable that asks: Who wins when tradition, power, and big business collide in college football’s new era? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.