Missouri Tigers football faces a pivotal offseason as Eli Drinkwitz manages a $4 million budget boost that could reshape the coaching staff and set the stage for future SEC success. Will strategic hires or bold changes on the offensive side unlock Mizzou’s full potential and maximize a navigable 2025 schedule before the brutal 2027 slate arrives? John Miller breaks down key contract details, rising NIL demands, and player NFL evaluations impacting Gator Bowl opt-outs. Highlighting all-SEC stars like Ahmad Hardy, Keagen Trost, Zion Young, and Josiah Trotter, the episode also explores conference realignment rumors—could Notre Dame join the SEC?—and presents a radical solution for college football’s chaotic landscape. Don’t miss this engaging analysis on the Tigers’ trajectory, future challenges, and the bigger shakeups on the horizon.

Mizzou desperately needs Jayden Stone and Trent Pierce back, but I'm not sure it will be enough for Dennis Gates and company. Damon Wilson is NOT going to owe Georgia $390,000. Notre Dame got what it deserved.

Darryn Peterson is one of the top NBA prospects and a wild card for the Border War. No DaJuan Harris or Hunter Dickinson! That's good...right? PLEASE move this game back to campus. Quarterback Braylen Warren commits.

SEC shakeup: blockbuster coaching hires and playoff drama headline championship week. With Lane Kiffin joining LSU, Alex Golesh on board at Auburn, and Jon Sumrall taking the helm at Florida, the conference landscape is primed for surprises—are these bold moves enough to shift power in the SEC? John Miller and the Locked On Podcast Network squad debate the intrigue behind every new hire, break down Alabama vs. Georgia in the SEC Championship, and preview the playoff race as heavyweights like Ole Miss, Texas A&M, and Vanderbilt jockey for position. Key topics include the pressure on rising stars like Will Stein at Kentucky, coaches on the hot seat, and playoff selection chaos—will head-to-head records even matter? Get the inside scoop on SEC playoff implications, Heisman frontrunners, and which teams could play spoiler down the stretch.

I can "live with" Jacob Crews' 3 at the end, but that double team? NEVER. The Tigers MUST change their starting lineup; Shawn Phillips and Mark Mitchell are incompatible. Luke Northerweather would work well with Phillips, however. Plus, more "smoke" with Beau Pribula and Penn State.

Penn State sniffing around Beau Pribula? Will Matt Zollers be ready in 2026? Sam Horn? James Madison enters the transfer portal. Signing day isn't what it used to be. Is Missouri basketball for real? We'll have a better idea against Notre Dame tonight.

Call me crazy, I don't think Eli would have pulled the FULL Lane Kiffin move. Just win, baby. Weather was certainly a factor against Arkansas, but that excuse doesn't quite cut it for me. Plus, on basketball, let's talk about full-court pressure and the death of the pick and roll.

A busy Sunday morning as the SEC jobs all filled up! We have Lane Kiffin heading to LSU, Alex Golesh to Auburn, Jon Sumrall to Florida, Ryan Silverfield to Arkansas. Do you like the hires? Our SEC Squad also recaps the final week of SEC play, and dissect what the future holds for the conference with these new coaching hires. Also, the SEC Championship Game is set with Alabama taking on Georgia! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Omaha Steaks Save big on unforgettable gifts with Omaha Steaks. Visit https://OmahaSteaks.com for 50% off site-wide and an extra 20% off select favorites during their Cyber Sale. And for an additional $35 off, use promo code COLLEGE at checkout. Aura Frames For a limited time, save on the perfect gift by visiting https://AuraFrames.com to get $35 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames - named #1 by Wirecutter - by using promo code COLLEGE at checkout. 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. 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)

Let's celebrate an UGLY 31-17 win against Arkansas.

SEC rivalry week ramps up as playoff dreams and coaching rumors swirl. Can Alabama’s defense shut down Auburn in the Iron Bowl, or will house money and chaos reign in Jordan-Hare? Brandon Olsen, Chris Gordy, Steven Willis, and the squad debate playoff bids, shocking upsets, and which blueblood—Georgia or Texas A&M—faces a must-win scenario. Heated discussions erupt around Lane Kiffin’s future, with Florida, LSU, and Ole Miss fans all bracing for a shakeup that could redefine the SEC coaching landscape. Key matchups—from the Egg Bowl’s overlooked drama to Vanderbilt vs. Tennessee’s Heisman-worthy quarterback duel—anchor the conversation. Insights on Georgia Tech’s upset hopes, Mark Stoops’ job security at Kentucky, and the committee’s playoff selection criteria round out this jam-packed episode. Who emerges as the SEC’s true playoff contender, and where will Lane Kiffin land? Squad up and get the insider breakdown on football’s wildest weekend yet.

Crucially, this reported extension (which is NOT official yet) will include a huge raise for Mizzou's assistant coaches. This is a move Missouri HAD to make. The grass isn't always greener, but it is greener where it's watered.

With the Missouri Board of Curators set to meet later today, Ross Dellenger is reporting it's about an Eli Drinkwitz extension. However, NOTHING is final. Lane Kiffin is STILL the situation to watch. Trent Burns makes an impressive debut. Jayden Stone is out for a while. And Damon Wilson is probably not long for Columbia.

People are assuming Drinkwitz is flirting with other jobs, and that is coloring the season and Oklahoma game more negatively. BE CAREFUL. Eli dropped an F-bomb on a Sooner fan, and I'm fine with it! Taylen Green or KJ Jackson? Plus, Mizzou basketball is long on experience, height, and shooting. The Players Era tournament sucks.

Drinkwitz said Mizzou had "zero creativity" and "zero rhythm" against the Sooners. Let's take a closer look at Missouri's field-goal operation.

Drinkwitz has been GREAT off the field. It's time for Missouri to be better ON the field with basic decisions. Missouri Tigers stumble as Eli Drinkwitz’s conservative play-calling sparks debate—could fourth-down decisions have cost Mizzou the win? The episode spotlights the impact of missed opportunities in the red zone, questionable field goal attempts, and Drinkwitz’s management under pressure. John Miller pulls no punches critiquing Missouri’s special teams struggles and the ongoing issues plaguing the Tigers’ passing game, regardless of quarterback. Controversial moves by Brent Venables and rumors of Lane Kiffin receiving a blockbuster LSU offer add intrigue to the coaching landscape, with speculation swirling around Drinkwitz’s future at Missouri. Key discussion points include Missouri’s recruiting success under Drinkwitz, potential fixes for on-field woes, and passionate fan reactions to coaching decisions. Is LSU the top threat to lure Drinkwitz away, and can Missouri turn things around before more marquee games slip away?

Missouri Tigers fans face a pivotal moment as speculation swirls around Eli Drinkwitz’s future and the imminent threat of LSU’s coaching vacancy. Could Lane Kiffin’s move to Baton Rouge actually solidify Missouri’s coaching stability? John Miller unpacks the latest buzz around the coaching carousel and breaks down why LSU remains the Tigers’ biggest concern in retaining their head coach. On the field, the injury status of quarterback Beau Pribula and the return of key players like Langden Kitchen set the stage for a high-stakes clash against Oklahoma, while standout performances from Jacob Crews and Jevon Porter hint at an elite offensive surge for Missouri basketball. Key segments spotlight special teams challenges after Demarion Folkes’ injury, evolving strategies—like 13 personnel tight end sets, and critical SEC matchups ahead. Will Missouri’s offense keep rolling, and can their defense hold up in conference play?

John Miller shows up a few minutes late, but it's worth the wait! Lane Kiffin's potential departure from Ole Miss dominates SEC headlines as both Florida and LSU reportedly offer massive guaranteed contracts. Is the Rebels coach truly losing sleep over leaving Oxford during their best season in decades? The SEC Squad breaks down Week 13's most critical matchups, including Vanderbilt's historic playoff push against Kentucky and Diego Pavia's Heisman candidacy. The panel analyzes Oklahoma-Missouri's defensive battle featuring the nation's leading rusher Ahmad Hardy, Tennessee's two-decade curse in Gainesville, and Alabama's anxiety-filled Iron Bowl preparation. Hosts from Locked On Bama, Locked On Ole Miss, Locked On Vandy, Locked On Sooners, and Locked On Mizzou provide insider perspectives on coaching carousel chaos, the broken college football calendar, and why Eli Drinkwitz might stay at Missouri despite external speculation. Tune in for expert analysis on the coaching moves reshaping the SEC and the games that will define conference playoff positioning.

Can Missouri score enough to win? The Sooners are giving the Tigers plenty of respect. This feud is FAR from over, on the field and in recruiting.

Will Brent Venables’ squad underestimate Missouri’s resilient rushing attack, led by Ahmad Hardy and Jamal Roberts, as elite defenses square off? Host John Miller examines whether Missouri can exploit Oklahoma’s tendency to allow explosive plays, particularly if the Tigers’ offensive line delivers under pressure. John Miller spotlights strategic decisions from Coach Eli Drinkwitz, debating aggressive fourth-down choices and Missouri’s kicker concerns. The episode also unpacks swirling coaching rumors, dissecting Drinkwitz’s market position and potential fit with powerhouses like Penn State, LSU, or Florida. With insights on John Mattier’s impact rushing for Oklahoma and Missouri’s defensive prowess under Corey Batoon, listeners gain vital context ahead of this high-stakes matchup. Will Missouri capitalize on this moment, or will Oklahoma’s legacy hold steady?

Will Beau Pribula or Matt Zollers start for Missouri vs. Oklahoma? Eli Drinkwitz silences rumors about his future at Missouri while urging Fortune 500 companies to step up NIL support—will stronger alignment fuel a championship roster? Zollers impresses with unexpected poise, drawing comparisons to Drew Lock's early days. Can Missouri's offense break through Oklahoma's tough defense, or will scoring woes spell trouble? John Miller spotlights Dennis Gates' updates to the basketball injury report and analyzes Missouri Tigers basketball’s undefeated start, questioning if defensive rebounding can sustain their success. The evolving landscape of the College Football Playoff takes center stage: should fans embrace the 16-team era or does it threaten the thrill of the regular season? Get strategic insights, player evaluations, and sharp commentary on the path ahead for Missouri football and basketball.