Locked On Kansas State - Daily Podcast on Kansas State Wildcats Football & Basketball

Kansas State football has a massive opportunity against Arizona State as Collin Klein and the Wildcats look to build on their Sunflower Showdown victory over Kansas. With Avery Johnson and Joe Jackson leading one of college football's most productive rushing attacks, can K-State exploit a struggling Sun Devils defense? On today's Locked On Kansas State crossover with Locked On Sun Devils, we preview Saturday's Big 12 matchup in Tempe, discuss Arizona State's quarterback change and break down the biggest keys to a Wildcats victory. Arizona State head coach Kenny Dillingham has named veteran quarterback Mikey Keene the starter after the Sun Devils struggled offensively with Cutter Boley. Keene brings significant experience from UCF and Fresno State, but Arizona State's offensive line remains a major concern. Can Kansas State's defense take advantage? The Wildcats have struggled to consistently pressure opposing quarterbacks and create turnovers this season. Against an Arizona State offense dealing with protection issues, this could be an opportunity for K-State's defense to make a statement. But Kansas State's biggest advantage might be on the other side of the football. Avery Johnson, Joe Jackson and Rodney Fields Jr. have helped the Wildcats establish one of the nation's strongest rushing attacks. Kansas State rushed for 359 yards against Kansas, while Arizona State has struggled to contain opposing running games and prevent explosive plays. We discuss why Johnson's dual-threat ability could be the difference, how Kansas State can control possession and whether the Wildcats can continue their offensive momentum. We also examine Arizona State's dangerous playmakers, including Derek Eusebio, and why K-State cannot overlook a Sun Devils team desperate to save its season. Finally, we deliver our predictions and discuss the stakes for both programs. Kansas State has yet to win a Big 12 road game under Collin Klein. Could Saturday finally change that? A victory would also put the Wildcats in position to potentially secure bowl eligibility before November. Can Kansas State take advantage of Arizona State's struggles, or will Mikey Keene give the Sun Devils the spark they desperately need? #KansasStateFootball #KStateFootball #Big12Football Photo Credit: Evert Nelson IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2h ago·29 min

Big 12 powers face a playoff ranking crisis as ESPN’s FPI continues to favor SEC teams, sparking heated debate among fans and analysts. Despite BYU’s statement win over Notre Dame, the Cougars remain frozen in the rankings, while Texas, LSU, and Oregon all jump ahead of Big 12 contenders. Is the Big 12’s momentum in the AP poll enough to overcome the College Football Playoff Committee’s reliance on opaque analytics? The Big 12 Squad breaks down the pivotal Houston vs. Oklahoma State clash, Utah’s bowl-eligible struggles, and whether Conner Weigman has emerged as the conference's next elite quarterback. Hot takes fly on brand bias, scheduling strategies, and the enduring importance of a Big 12 championship. With teams like Arizona and Houston peaking, who really deserves a shot at the playoff—and can the system be trusted? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHI For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. 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 . SupplyHouse Visit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H 5 College for five percent off your first order. SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service. Butcher Box If you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. 5-Hour ENERGY Treat yourself to a crisp apple bite and smooth caramel delight with a Caramel Apple 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot, only available online for a limited time at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon . Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel This season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club , featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. 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 for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

20h ago·31 min

Kansas State football defeats Kansas 35-24 in the Sunflower Showdown, extending the Wildcats' rivalry winning streak to 18 consecutive games! Avery Johnson and Joe Jackson deliver massive performances as Collin Klein earns his first Big 12 victory. But was this more than another victory over the Jayhawks? After consecutive conference losses to Cincinnati and Houston, Kansas State finally looked like the physical, run-first football team Collin Klein envisioned when he took over the program. The Wildcats rushed for 354 yards, generated 568 yards of total offense and controlled possession for 36 minutes. Joe Jackson led the way with 159 rushing yards on 27 carries, while Avery Johnson added 132 rushing yards and delivered 209 passing yards with a touchdown and no interceptions. Kansas State ran the football on 30 of its 35 second-half offensive plays, physically wearing down the Kansas defense and taking control of the rivalry matchup. But despite the victory, significant concerns remain. We break down Kansas State's red-zone struggles, questionable short-yardage play calls, costly receiver drops and special teams mistakes that prevented the Wildcats from winning by an even larger margin. We also discuss the impressive performance of kicker Luis Rodriguez and the continued emergence of Rodney Fields as another explosive option in Kansas State's rushing attack. With Kansas State improving to 4-2 overall and 1-2 in Big 12 play, attention now turns toward the Wildcats' upcoming road games against Arizona State and Colorado. Can Collin Klein build on this performance, establish a consistent offensive identity and guide Kansas State toward an eight-win season? Did the Sunflower Showdown reveal the REAL Kansas State Wildcats? #KansasStateFootball #KStateFootball #SunflowerShowdown Photo Credit: Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

4d ago·27 min

Kansas State football faces a critical Sunflower Showdown against Kansas, while BYU prepares for a massive matchup against Notre Dame that could reshape the Big 12's College Football Playoff outlook. On this edition of the Big 12 Squad, we examine the biggest storylines across the conference, including Kansas State's struggles under Collin Klein, Avery Johnson's inconsistent performances and the growing pressure surrounding the Wildcats. Can Kansas State turn things around against its biggest rival? The Wildcats are coming off a disappointing performance against Houston, raising questions about their offensive identity and defensive consistency. Meanwhile, Kansas quarterback Isaiah Marshall is showing flashes of impressive potential, making the Jayhawks a dangerous opponent. We discuss why Avery Johnson remains one of the Big 12's most fascinating quarterbacks and whether Collin Klein needs to utilize his mobility more effectively. Plus, BYU has an enormous opportunity to make a national statement against Notre Dame. Could a Cougars victory strengthen the Big 12's case for multiple College Football Playoff bids? With LJ Martin's availability a major storyline, BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier could be asked to carry an even larger offensive workload against one of the nation's toughest defenses. The Big 12 Squad also examines Texas Tech vs. Arizona State, Baylor vs. TCU, Utah vs. Colorado, Houston vs. Oklahoma State and Cincinnati vs. West Virginia. From the Sunflower Showdown to the national playoff picture, this weekend could have major consequences throughout the Big 12. Can Kansas State protect its rivalry winning streak, and will BYU deliver the signature victory the conference needs? #KansasStateFootball #Big12Football #BYUFootball Photo Credit:  Evert Nelson IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

6d ago·31 min

Kansas State football is one win away from extending its Sunflower Showdown winning streak to 18 games, but can Collin Klein and the Wildcats overcome their recent struggles to beat Kansas? With Kansas State coming off disappointing performances against Cincinnati and Houston, the pressure is mounting ahead of one of the biggest rivalry games of the season. Jon Grove of GoPowercat joins Locked On Kansas State to break down the biggest players, matchups and predictions for Saturday's showdown in Manhattan. We start with the offensive playmakers who must step up. Jaron Tibbs has an opportunity to establish himself as Kansas State's top wide receiver, while Garrett Oakley needs to become a reliable target for Avery Johnson. But the biggest offensive question might be the running game. After Kansas surrendered 287 rushing yards against Utah, could Rodney Fields Jr. finally deliver the breakout performance Kansas State desperately needs? We also discuss why Klein must commit to running the football and how Johnson's leadership could make the difference. Then there's the turnover battle. Kansas State has yet to record a defensive interception this season, while Kansas quarterback Isaiah Marshall has thrown four interceptions. Can the Wildcats finally create the defensive takeaways they've been missing? We examine the importance of pressuring Marshall, limiting explosive plays and getting contributions from Kansas State's secondary and special teams. Finally, we reveal our official Sunflower Showdown predictions, including a potential game-winning field goal from Luis Rodriguez. Plus, we look around the Big 12 at major matchups involving BYU, Notre Dame, Houston, Oklahoma State, Arizona State and Texas Tech. Can Kansas State extend its dominance over Kansas to 18 consecutive victories, or will the Jayhawks finally end the streak? #KansasState #KStateFootball #SunflowerShowdown Photo Credit:  Evert Nelson Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

6d ago·31 min

Kansas State football has beaten Kansas 17 consecutive times, but is Collin Klein's first Sunflower Showdown the game that finally ends the Wildcats' incredible winning streak? After disappointing Big 12 performances against Cincinnati and Houston, Kansas State enters its rivalry matchup with serious questions about its defense, coaching decisions and ability to compete against conference opponents. Jon Grove of GoPowercat joins Locked On Kansas State to discuss why this year's Sunflower Showdown feels more dangerous than previous meetings and what's at stake for the Wildcats. Kansas State's run defense has become a major concern after surrendering 271 rushing yards against Cincinnati and struggling to contain Houston's offense. Now former Kansas State running back Dylan Edwards returns to Manhattan wearing a Kansas uniform. Could Edwards deliver the explosive plays that finally end Kansas State's dominance in this rivalry? We examine the biggest matchups, including Avery Johnson versus Isaiah Marshall, Kansas State defensive coordinator Jordan Peterson's familiarity with the Jayhawks and whether Collin Klein can make the necessary adjustments to get his team back on track. We also discuss the pressure facing Klein and Kansas head coach Lance Leipold, the potential impact on bowl eligibility and why this rivalry could influence future recruiting battles. And there's major news beyond the football field. Kansas State president Richard Linton is leaving for Virginia Tech, raising important questions about the university's leadership, athletic director Gene Taylor and the future of Wildcats athletics. What could a new university president mean for Kansas State football and basketball? With the Wildcats fighting to extend their 17-game winning streak and restore confidence in Klein's first season, Saturday's Sunflower Showdown could be one of the most important games of the year. Can Kansas State keep its rivalry dominance alive, or is this finally the year Kansas breaks through? #KansasState #KStateFootball #SunflowerShowdown Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

6d ago·31 min

Are BYU, Oklahoma State, and Utah hiding cracks beneath their winning records? As Big 12 contenders escape with shaky victories, questions swirl about foundational weaknesses and whether these programs are true playoff threats or potential frauds. The Big 12 Squad unpacks narrow escapes, fourth-down blunders, and the surprising rise of teams like Houston—blowing past opponents while others barely hang on. Sharp insight highlights defensive lapses, quarterback performances from Drew Mestemaker and Noah Fifita, and hot takes on the College Football Playoff Committee's eye test versus scoreboard watching. Key debates center on West Virginia’s historic defensive struggles, Utah’s lack of pass rush, and whether the Big 12 can land multiple teams in the playoff. With conference showdowns looming, can any top contender claim elite status, or are upsets just around the corner?   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHI For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code  Locked On  to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.    Butcher Box If you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE  to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always.   5-Hour ENERGY  Bring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https://5hourENERGY.com  or on Amazon.    ULTRA POUCHES Don’t sleep on Ultra Pouches. New customers get 15% Off with code LOCKEDONCOLLEGEFOOTBALL at https://takeultra.com ! #UltraPouches #ad   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code  LOCKEDON  for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel This season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club , featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.   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 for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 14·31 min

Kansas State football has beaten Kansas 17 consecutive times, but can Collin Klein and Avery Johnson keep the Sunflower Showdown streak alive after two disappointing Big 12 losses? The Wildcats are coming off frustrating performances against Cincinnati and Houston, raising serious concerns about Kansas State's defense, offensive consistency and ability to compete in the Big 12. Now, Kansas State faces its biggest rivalry game of the season with enormous pressure on first-year head coach Collin Klein. Derek Johnson of Locked On Jayhawks joins Locked On Kansas State for a complete Sunflower Showdown preview, including the biggest matchups, X-factors, bold predictions and what this rivalry means for both programs. The biggest concern for Kansas State might be its struggling run defense. After allowing 271 rushing yards against Cincinnati and 233 against Houston, can the Wildcats contain former Kansas State running back Dylan Edwards? Edwards returns to Manhattan wearing a Kansas uniform, creating one of the most intriguing storylines of the rivalry. Meanwhile, Avery Johnson could be Kansas State's biggest offensive weapon. The Wildcats need Johnson to make plays with his arm and legs, especially with the receiving corps struggling to consistently produce explosive plays. Can Kansas stop Johnson from taking over the game? We also examine Kansas quarterback Isaiah Marshall, Kansas State's inability to force interceptions and whether turnovers could decide Saturday's matchup. Plus, what happens if Klein becomes the first Kansas State head coach to lose to Kansas in nearly two decades? Both teams are searching for their first Big 12 victory, and the loser could face a difficult road to bowl eligibility. We finish with score predictions, including why Kansas State's special teams could ultimately decide another dramatic Sunflower Showdown. Will the Wildcats make it 18 straight? #KansasState #KStateFootball #SunflowerShowdown Photo Credit: Evert Nelson IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 14·29 min

Kansas State football suffered an ugly 35-16 loss to Houston, and Collin Klein's Wildcats are facing a harsh reality. After starting the season 3-0, Kansas State is now 0-2 in Big 12 play, with major questions surrounding its defense, offensive execution and championship expectations. Houston didn't just beat Kansas State. The Cougars exposed problems that have been building throughout the season. Avery Johnson finished with 182 passing yards, two touchdowns and an interception, but struggled behind an offensive line that allowed consistent pressure. Kansas State managed just 117 rushing yards, while dropped passes continued to hurt an offense already struggling to establish consistency. But the biggest concern is on defense. For the second consecutive Big 12 game, Kansas State allowed more than 230 rushing yards. Houston finished with 233 yards on the ground, while tight end Patrick Overmeyer caught eight passes for 83 yards and four touchdowns. How does Kansas State allow the same defensive breakdowns to happen repeatedly? We examine the Wildcats' struggles with defensive alignment, run fits, linebacker coverage and whether the roster has enough talent to compete against the Big 12's best teams. We also discuss why Houston looks like a legitimate conference championship contender under Willie Fritz and what this loss reveals about Kansas State's rebuilding process. With Big 12 championship hopes fading, attention now turns to the Sunflower Showdown against Kansas. And that game suddenly carries enormous consequences. Former Kansas State running back Dylan Edwards returns to Manhattan, where the Wildcats must find a way to stop the run and protect their winning streak against the Jayhawks. Could a loss to Kansas turn Collin Klein's first season into something much more concerning? We break down the remaining schedule, Kansas State's path to bowl eligibility and why six or seven wins might be a more realistic expectation. The Wildcats aren't where they want to be. And the Houston loss made that painfully clear. #KansasState #KStateFootball #Big12Football Photo Credit:  Evert Nelson IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 10·28 min

Big 12 football could be headed for a chaotic weekend as Kansas State looks to upset Houston, BYU battles Iowa State with major injury concerns, and Utah tries to prove it belongs among the conference's top contenders. The Big 12 Squad breaks down a tricky slate of college football games where several favorites could find themselves in trouble. Could Kansas State pull off one of the biggest surprises of the weekend against Houston? The Wildcats have an opportunity to shake up the conference standings, and the panel discusses why this matchup deserves more attention. BYU faces Iowa State with a growing list of injuries, including key offensive contributors. Can the Cougars overcome those losses, or will Iowa State take advantage of a vulnerable opponent? Meanwhile, Utah has looked like one of the Big 12's most impressive teams. But with Kansas visiting Salt Lake City, can the Utes continue dominating opponents, or will the Jayhawks expose some weaknesses? We also examine Arizona's matchup with West Virginia, Oklahoma State's challenge against UCF and why Baylor is suddenly generating excitement behind quarterback DJ Lagway. Beyond this weekend's games, the panel debates which programs are legitimate Big 12 championship contenders. Texas Tech continues winning, but offensive struggles and injuries have raised concerns about the Red Raiders' ability to compete at the highest level. Can Will Hammond and the Texas Tech offense find another gear? The conversation also covers TCU's offensive problems, Arizona State's defensive struggles, Oklahoma State's impressive turnaround under Eric Morris and whether Big 12 teams are receiving enough respect in the national rankings. With several contenders facing difficult matchups and others preparing for crucial games ahead, the Big 12 championship race remains wide open. Who survives the weekend, and which team is about to make a statement? #Big12Football #CollegeFootball #KansasState Photo Credit: Scott Sewell IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 9·32 min

Kansas State football faces a massive Big 12 showdown against Houston, and the Wildcats' conference championship hopes could depend on what happens Saturday in Manhattan. Collin Klein and Avery Johnson are coming off a disappointing loss to Cincinnati, while Willie Fritz and the Houston Cougars are looking to strengthen their own path toward the Big 12 Championship Game in Arlington. Locked On Kansas State and Locked On Cougs team up for a full breakdown of one of the biggest conference matchups of the weekend. Can Houston follow Cincinnati's blueprint for stopping Avery Johnson? The Wildcats quarterback has improved as a passer, but Kansas State's offense becomes significantly more dangerous when Johnson gets eight to ten rushing attempts. Houston will look to limit his mobility and force Kansas State into uncomfortable passing situations. On the other side, Kansas State's run defense faces another major test. The Wildcats allowed 272 rushing yards against Cincinnati, with roughly 200 coming on just four plays. Defensive coordinator Jordan Peterson must improve the team's pre-snap alignment and run fits before facing Houston running backs Makhi Hughes and Re'Shawn Sanford. There's also an intriguing quarterback storyline involving Conner Weigman, who previously played under Klein at Texas A&M. Could that familiarity give Kansas State an advantage? We discuss the Wildcats' pass rush, defensive personnel, bye-week adjustments, Houston's offensive strengths and why Kansas State enters as a narrow home favorite despite its recent struggles. Finally, we make our score predictions and examine how this game could reshape the Big 12 championship race, especially with questions surrounding BYU, Utah and the rest of the conference contenders. A Kansas State victory could create a realistic path toward a 7-1 start. Another loss could make the road to Arlington significantly more difficult. #KansasState #HoustonFootball #Big12 Photo Credit: Aaron Doster, Troy Taormina IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 8·32 min

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Oct 7·30 min

Kansas State football has one glaring problem it must fix before facing Houston: the run defense. The Wildcats allowed Cincinnati to rush for 271 yards and three touchdowns, including nine rushing plays that gained at least 10 yards. Missed tackles, poor gap integrity and explosive plays turned what had looked like a strong K-State defense into a major concern. Now Houston gets its opportunity to attack the same weakness. Collin Klein and Kansas State had the entire bye week to find answers, because the Wildcats cannot allow another opponent to control the game on the ground. It starts with the defensive front winning its assignments. The linebackers have to clean things up at the second level. Most importantly, K-State has to tackle better and prevent routine runs from becoming explosive plays. Was Cincinnati simply one terrible performance? Or did the Bearcats expose a weakness that Houston and the rest of the Big 12 can continue attacking? We're about to find out. #KansasState #KStateFootball #Big12 Photo Credit: Albert Cesare IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 6·30 min

Kansas State football enters its matchup against Houston with very little margin for error after the Cincinnati loss. This could become an early Big 12 Championship elimination game. Collin Klein's Wildcats had the bye week to respond, and players described the Cincinnati loss as lighting a fire under the team. Now they have to prove it. Avery Johnson says he's 100% and that his body feels as good as it has at this point in a season. He also spent part of the bye week working with Patrick Mahomes' trainer. But Houston presents a brutal test. The Cougars have one of the best rushing defenses in college football, allowing just 65.5 yards per game entering this matchup. That creates a major challenge for a Kansas State offense that cannot afford to become completely dependent on Johnson. The offensive line needs to protect him. The Wildcats need to establish something on the ground. And Johnson may need to use his legs to keep Houston from attacking him all afternoon. K-State also has changes coming at tight end following Will Anciaux's season-ending injury, potentially creating a much larger opportunity for Linkon Cure. Was Cincinnati simply a wake-up call? We're about to find out. #KansasState #KStateFootball #Big12 Photo Credit:  Albert Cesare IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 6·31 min

Kansas State football is coming off a 31-26 loss to Cincinnati, and the result raises an even bigger question as the Wildcats move forward: how good is Cincinnati, and what does that say about K-State? The Big 12 remains incredibly difficult to figure out. Cincinnati's offensive line earned significant praise during the Big 12 Squad discussion, with its interior offensive line emerging as one of the conference's biggest early-season strengths. That's important context for Kansas State. The Wildcats didn't simply lose another conference game. They lost to a Cincinnati team that might be considerably better than many expected entering the season. Now Cincinnati travels to Arizona for another opportunity to prove it. For Kansas State, however, there isn't much time to wait around and find out exactly how good the Bearcats are. Collin Klein and the Wildcats have reached their bye week needing answers after the loss. The Big 12 appears wide open, but that also means every conference loss becomes increasingly costly. Kansas State still has opportunities ahead. But after falling to Cincinnati, the Wildcats need to use the bye week to figure out what has to change before Houston and the next stretch of Big 12 play. #KansasState #KStateFootball #Big12 Photo Credit:  Evert Nelson IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 2·33 min

Oklahoma State Cowboys surge toward the Big 12 title race, rattling predictions as On3 tips them for a College Football Playoff run. Are Mike Gundy’s Cowboys truly the team to beat, or are Big 12 contenders like West Virginia, BYU, and Utah still in the mix? The squad debates Oklahoma State’s “timely” defense, standout performances from quarterback Drew Mestemaker, and whether West Virginia’s season should already be written off. The discussion heats up as TCU’s struggles put Sonny Dykes’ future under the microscope, while Utah’s gritty road win keeps them firmly in the conference’s top tier. Key storylines include BYU’s injury woes, TCU’s search for offensive identity, Arizona State’s health concerns, and the ever-unpredictable Big 12 power rankings. Host insights and local expertise shed light on which rosters have real championship potential—and who could be the league’s next big letdown.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHI For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code  Locked On  to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.    Butcher Box If you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE  to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always.   Aura Cybersecurity Start your free trial today at  https://aura.com/aware .   Protect yourself now.  Square Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod 5-Hour ENERGY Bring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com  or on Amazon.  Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code  LOCKEDON  for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel This season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club , featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.   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 for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 30·30 min

Kansas State football may be getting closer to unleashing Linkon Cure, and Collin Klein quietly revealed why the talented young tight end hasn't made a bigger impact yet. Klein isn't concerned about Cure's lack of targets. In fact, Kansas State has already designed opportunities for him. Klein indicated there have been potential big plays where Cure was open, but protection issues or missed assignments prevented the football from ever getting to him. Now his opportunity could grow significantly. With Will Anciaux potentially unavailable and Garrett Oakley continuing to struggle with costly drops, the Wildcats could have the perfect opening to expand Cure's role coming out of the bye week. We've already seen what Cure can provide as a blocker. He helped spring Rodney Fields on a 19-yard touchdown against Cincinnati, and he's flashed his athleticism when given opportunities in the passing game. But Kansas State didn't win his massive recruiting battle just to have Cure block. The Wildcats have two weeks to prepare for Houston, and this could be the perfect opportunity to start building more of the offense around him. K-State has already seen different receivers emerge throughout the season. Maybe Cure is next. Because if the opportunities are already being designed for him, it might only be a matter of time before Kansas State's young tight end has his breakout game. #KansasState #KStateFootball #LinkonCure Source: The episode discusses Klein's comments about designed opportunities for Cure, his blocking and the possibility of an expanded role after the bye. Photo Credit:  Scott Sewell IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 30·33 min

Kansas State’s loss to Cincinnati raised plenty of questions, but Collin Klein’s own defense of his offensive line created one of the biggest. Klein pushed back on criticism of the Wildcats' offensive line by pointing toward the numbers. Kansas State is averaging 5.2 yards per carry. Avery Johnson hasn't been sacked this season. The Wildcats also rank ninth nationally in runs of 10-plus yards per game. Those are strong arguments for an offensive line that entered the season surrounded by questions. But they also create another question. If Klein has that much confidence in his offensive line, why didn't Kansas State trust that group in a critical 4th-and-short situation? K-State had an opportunity near the goal line where an aggressive decision could have completely changed the 31-26 loss. There's also the Jay Harris question. Harris didn't play a single offensive snap against Cincinnati despite possessing the physical running style that could potentially help Kansas State in short-yardage situations. None of this means Klein suddenly can't coach. He's a first-year head coach making these decisions for the first time, and some growing pains should probably be expected. But Kansas State lost its first Big 12 game by five points. When the margin is that small, every decision matters. And Klein's own words about his offensive line make this particular decision even more interesting. #KansasState #KStateFootball #Big12 Photo Credit:  Scott Sewell IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 30·29 min

Kansas State allowed 271 rushing yards in its 31-26 loss to Cincinnati, but Collin Klein revealed one number that completely changes the conversation. Five plays. According to Klein, nearly 200 of Cincinnati's 271 rushing yards came on just five plays. So what does that tell us about Kansas State's defense? On one hand, it's encouraging. Eliminate a handful of catastrophic mistakes and the overall defensive performance looks dramatically different. On the other hand, allowing five massive rushing plays in one game is a serious problem. Klein identified several reasons for those breakdowns. Eye discipline wasn't consistently good enough. Players lost gap responsibility. At times, defenders tried to make the play themselves instead of trusting the scheme and the teammates around them. That's how a manageable run suddenly becomes an explosive play. The good news is Kansas State now has a bye week to address it. Jordan Peterson's defense was excellent statistically through the opening weeks of the season before Cincinnati exposed some significant problems. Now we'll find out whether those problems require major changes or simply better execution. Because if Kansas State can eliminate those five plays, the Cincinnati loss suddenly looks very different. But if those explosive runs continue against Houston, K-State has a much bigger defensive problem. #KansasState #KStateFootball #Big12 Photo Credit:  Albert Cesare IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 29·27 min

Kansas State Wildcats stumble in Big 12 opener as Avery Johnson battles without enough support. Can Collin Klein’s squad regroup in time for a crucial matchup against Houston? Christian Rauh spotlights Johnson’s performance—30-for-50 with 292 passing yards and 38 rushing yards—while questioning the lack of designed quarterback runs and costly drops from receivers like Garrett Oakley. The breakdown zeroes in on defensive woes, with Kansas State surrendering 271 rushing yards and three touchdowns to Cincinnati’s Cole Tabb. Missed opportunities in the “middle eight,” key injuries to playmakers, and questions around tackling efficiency further complicate the Wildcats’ playoff hopes. With a bye week and a must-win against Houston ahead, can Kansas State shore up its defense and reignite its offense? Photo Credit:  Aaron Doster IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 27·21 min

Kansas State football enters its Big 12 matchup against Cincinnati at 3-0 as Collin Klein and the Wildcats continue emerging as a potential conference championship contender. Kansas State has quietly impressed in the trenches despite replacing most of its offensive line and losing a returning starter during fall camp. The Wildcats have still developed one of the highest-rated blocking units in college football according to the discussion, continuing a longstanding K-State strength at the line of scrimmage. But Kansas State vs. Cincinnati is only part of a massive Big 12 weekend. Oklahoma State travels to West Virginia for one of the conference’s biggest games, featuring quarterbacks Micah Hawkins and Drew Mestemaker. Both teams have an opportunity to strengthen their College Football Playoff résumés and establish themselves as legitimate Big 12 contenders. Colorado and Baylor also meet in an important matchup after Colorado’s difficult loss to Northwestern. With Texas Tech, Utah, Oklahoma State and Kansas State looming on Colorado’s schedule, the pressure surrounding the Buffaloes could increase quickly. Plus, TCU travels to UCF, Houston visits Georgia Southern, and the Big 12 continues searching for teams capable of separating themselves in the conference race. #KansasState #Big12Football #CollegeFootball Photo Credit:  Evert Nelson IMAGn Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 25·31 min

West Virginia surges into Big 12 contention as Mike Hawkins Jr. dazzles with 11 touchdowns and a 70% completion rate, silencing doubters and igniting Mountaineer pride. Can Neal Brown’s squad sustain their dominance, or will Oklahoma State’s revamped defense, under Eric Morris, spoil the homecoming in a high-stakes fistfight? The Big 12 Squad unpacks the psychological edge Rich Rodriguez’s legacy brings to Morgantown and debates whether Hawkins can thrive if forced to air it out against elite competition. Drake Toll and local Locked On experts break down Houston’s playoff hopes after a nail-biting loss to Texas Tech, analyze key tiebreaker scenarios, and weigh BYU and Utah’s battle for Big 12 supremacy. From deep-dive stats on West Virginia’s ground game to heated exchanges on media recognition and playoff selection bias, this episode delivers insider perspectives on conference chaos and the next statement win to watch.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHI For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code  Locked On  to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.    SupplyHouse Visit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM  to learn more about becoming a Trade Master.  Use promo code  S H 5 College  for five percent off your first order.   SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service.  Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at  https://Odoo.com/lockedon .   Square Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod   LARINECO 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.  Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code  LOCKEDON  for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel.  Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel.  Join all the action at  https://FANDUEL.COM    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 for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 23·31 min

Kansas State Wildcats gear up for their toughest test yet as they face the undefeated Cincinnati Bearcats on the road in a pivotal Big 12 opener. Will Avery Johnson rise to the occasion against JC French and a revamped Cincinnati defense led by former Army coordinator Nate Woody? Christian Rauh and Jon Grove break down both teams’ strengths, highlighting Kansas State’s stacked defense, the Bearcats’ aggressive playmaking, and the crucial turnover margin that could tip the scales. Key discussion points include Colin Klein’s first Big 12 matchup as offensive coordinator, the pressure of a night game at Nippert Stadium, and which team has the edge in the trenches. The episode wraps with bold predictions, betting insights, and a humorous look at Cincinnati’s legendary Skyline Chili. Will Kansas State stay unbeaten, or will Cincinnati pull off the upset and shake up the conference race? Photo Credit: Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 23·28 min

Avery Johnson delivered the performance Kansas State fans have been waiting for. The Wildcats beat Tulane 31-20 to improve to 3-0, and their quarterback accounted for much of the offense. Is that a concern heading into Big 12 play, or is this exactly what Kansas State needs from Johnson? On today’s Locked On Kansas State, Christian Rauh is joined by John Grove of GoPowerCat.com to break down the Tulane win and what it revealed about Collin Klein’s Wildcats. Johnson completed 21 of 28 passes for 227 yards and added a career-high 152 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 12 carries. He became the first player in Kansas State history to record at least 200 passing yards and 150 rushing yards in one game. Christian and John discuss why his performance is encouraging, even as the running backs and offensive line search for greater consistency. The receiving corps is developing, too. Jerron Tibbs posted a career-high nine catches for 114 yards after Joshua Manning stood out the previous week. Does Kansas State need a clear No. 1 receiver, or can spreading the ball around make this offense harder to defend? On defense, the Wildcats’ pass rush continues to impress. Kansas State has 11 sacks through three games after recording 28 all of last season. Jayden Bryant, Wendell Gregory and the rest of the defensive front are creating negative plays, although Tulane exposed some questions against the interior run defense. With Cincinnati and Big 12 play up next, Christian and John examine what Kansas State can build on and what still needs work. Subscribe to Locked On Kansas State for daily Wildcats football coverage, analysis and interviews. #KansasState #AveryJohnson #Big12Football Photo Credit: Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 22·30 min

Kansas State football is 3-0 after a 31-20 victory over Tulane! Avery Johnson delivered a career-high 152 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns as the Wildcats completed an undefeated non-conference schedule in Collin Klein’s first season as head coach. On this Locked On Kansas State postgame reaction, Christian Rauh breaks down why Johnson’s performance could be a turning point for the Wildcats heading into Big 12 play. The Kansas State quarterback completed 20 of 27 passes for 217 yards while adding 152 yards on the ground. With the running backs struggling to find room against Tulane, Johnson took over and helped K-State finish with 428 yards of total offense. The Kansas State passing game also showed encouraging signs. Jerron Tibbs led the Wildcats with nine receptions for 114 yards, Will Anciaux added 59 receiving yards, and Lincoln Cure continued to create opportunities at tight end. Christian discusses why Cure could become an even bigger part of the offense as the season progresses. And what about that Kansas State defense? The Wildcats recorded six sacks and 12 tackles for loss while holding Tulane to 260 total yards and just 95 rushing yards. Jayden Bryant recorded two sacks, Darian Whitaker Jr. contributed 1.5, and the defensive front delivered another impressive performance despite entering the season with questions surrounding the unit. Christian also examines Kansas State’s offensive line, which did not allow a sack, and explains why the Wildcats look significantly different from last season’s 6-6 team. Finally, it’s time to look ahead to the Big 12 opener against Cincinnati. Kansas State will hit the road for the first time this season as Collin Klein looks to improve to 4-0. With Houston, Texas Tech and BYU shaping the early Big 12 conversation, could the Wildcats become a legitimate conference championship contender? What impressed you most about Kansas State’s win over Tulane? Is Avery Johnson playing like the quarterback you expected, and how confident are you heading into Cincinnati? Subscribe to Locked On Kansas State for daily Kansas State Wildcats football and basketball coverage, postgame reactions, press conference breakdowns and Big 12 analysis. #KansasState #KStateFootball #AveryJohnson Photo Credit:  Scott Sewell IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 19·27 min

It’s a huge weekend in the Big 12, and Kansas State has a chance to make a statement against Tulane. On this week’s Big 12 Squad, the Locked On hosts break down the games that could shape the conference race. Kansas State is off to a strong start, but the matchup with Tulane gives the Wildcats an opportunity to show where they stand before Big 12 play ramps up. The biggest conference showdown is Houston vs. Texas Tech on Friday night. Both teams have championship ambitions, and the result could become a crucial tiebreaker down the road. We also discuss BYU’s early conference advantage, West Virginia’s matchup with Virginia, and Kansas vs. Arizona State in London. What would a win over Tulane tell you about Kansas State? And which Big 12 game will have the biggest impact on the championship race? Let us know in the comments. Subscribe to Locked On Kansas State and the Locked On Big 12 Squad for more college football coverage. #KansasState #Big12Football #KStateFootball Photo Credit:  Evert Nelson IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 18·31 min

Could Kansas State play a major role in deciding the Big 12 championship race? With the Wildcats off to a 2-0 start under Collin Klein, the path to Arlington is already getting interesting. On this Locked On College Crossover, Christian Rauh of Locked On Kansas State joins Mike Gittens of Locked On UCF to break down the Big 12’s early contenders, the conference’s top quarterbacks and the games that could shape the title race. Avery Johnson has yet to be sacked this season, easing one of Kansas State’s biggest preseason concerns about its offensive line. Can he build on that start against Tulane and carry it into Big 12 play? Christian also makes the case that Johnson can finish among the conference’s top quarterbacks. Then it’s time to look at the title picture. BYU has an early conference win, Utah’s Devin Dampier is turning heads, and Friday’s Houston–Texas Tech matchup could have major tiebreaker implications. Kansas State still has Houston on its schedule but does not face BYU in the regular season, creating an intriguing potential path through the conference. Which team do you think will reach the Big 12 championship game, and where does Avery Johnson rank among the conference’s quarterbacks? Let us know in the comments. Subscribe to Locked On Kansas State and Locked On UCF for more Big 12 football coverage. #KansasState #Big12Football #KStateFootball Photo Credit:  Scott Sewell IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 17·16 min

Kansas State football has a HUGE opportunity against Tulane! Can Collin Klein and the Wildcats move to 3-0, get revenge for the 2022 loss, and make a statement before Big 12 conference play begins? On today's Locked On Kansas State, Christian Rauh is joined by John Grove of GoPowercat.com to preview Kansas State vs. Tulane and break down what the Wildcats need to do to remain undefeated. Tulane presents Kansas State's toughest challenge of the season so far, especially with explosive running back Jalen Lucas. Can the Wildcats' defensive front continue its impressive start and force Tulane quarterback Kadin Semonza into difficult situations? We also discuss why Kansas State's rushing attack could be the difference. Rodney Fields and Joe Jackson have an opportunity to take advantage of a Tulane defense that struggled against Duke's running game. PLUS, what would a 3-0 start mean for Collin Klein's first season as Kansas State head coach? We examine the importance of entering Big 12 play undefeated, the upcoming road trip to Cincinnati, and why the Wildcats have an opportunity to accomplish something they haven't done since 2012. John Grove also delivers his Kansas State vs. Tulane score prediction, while we discuss bold predictions involving Joe Jackson, Brandon White, and a potential Wildcats pick-six! Can Kansas State take care of business and build momentum heading into Big 12 play? Subscribe to Locked On Kansas State for daily Kansas State Wildcats football coverage, game previews, analysis, and postgame reactions! #KansasState #KStateFootball #Big12Football Photo Credit:  Scott Sewell IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 17·28 min

Oklahoma State Cowboys shock Oregon with Drew Mestemaker’s breakout performance, reigniting hope in Stillwater. With NFL scouts’ focus shifting from hyped Oregon prospects to stars like Mestemaker and Wyatt Young, the Cowboys’ electric defense and revived home-field advantage at Boone Pickens Stadium become the talk of the Big 12. Can Oklahoma State’s resurgence catalyze a conference-wide renaissance? Drake Toll hosts a fast-paced roundtable with Cody Stovall, Philip Mulford, and JT Wister, tackling Arizona State’s wild fourth-quarter meltdown against Texas A&M and Utah Utes’ commanding win over Arkansas. The panel weighs in on how roster stability, NIL dynamics, and coaching decisions are shaking up the conference hierarchy. Key segments spotlight West Virginia’s potent rushing attack and Houston Cougars’ clean start, setting the stage for pivotal upcoming matchups. Is parity taking over the new-look Big 12, and which team is the real dark horse?   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHI For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code  Locked On  to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.    SupplyHouse Visit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM  to learn more about becoming a Trade Master.  Use promo code  S H 5 College  for five percent off your first order.   SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service.  Omaha Steaks Shop proteins you can trust at https://www.Omaha Steaks.com . And right now, get 2 pounds of premium ground beef FREE with orders over $129 using code COLLEGE at checkout. Terms apply. See site for details.  Aura Cybersecurity Start your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware .   Protect yourself now.    Wayfair Transform your space with pieces that hold up to real life.  Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase.   Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home.  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 . Square Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepod   LARINECO 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.  Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code  LOCKEDON  for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Make this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days.  Join all the action at  https://FANDUEL.COM    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 for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 16·29 min

Collin Klein remembers. Kansas State's head coach was the Wildcats' offensive coordinator when Tulane came into Manhattan and stunned K-State in 2022. So when John Grove asked Klein whether that loss was still in the back of his mind heading into this week's rematch? His answer was simple: “No doubt.” Now an undefeated Kansas State team gets another shot at Tulane — and this time Klein is running the entire program. Christian Rauh and John Grove break down the revenge-game storyline, Kansas State's rapidly improving offensive line, the incredible start from Jordan Peterson's defense, the emergence of Gabe Powers and Darian Whitaker Jr., and why Brandon White could completely change K-State's special teams. The Wildcats are 2-0. Tulane is next. And Collin Klein hasn't forgotten. #KansasState #KStateFootball #Big12 Photo Credit:  Scott Sewell IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 15·31 min

Kansas State is 2-0. And this Wildcats defense looks REALLY good. K-State took care of Washington State 34-7 at Bill Snyder Family Stadium, and the only WSU touchdown came on a pick-six. That means Kansas State's defense has allowed just THREE POINTS through two games. Wendell Gregory was everywhere. The pass rush made life miserable for Washington State. And suddenly, this looks like a Kansas State team that might not need Avery Johnson to be perfect every Saturday. Johnson threw three touchdowns and added 78 yards on the ground despite two interceptions. Rodney Fields Jr. went over 100 yards AGAIN. Josh Manning caught 10 passes. The offensive line didn't allow a sack. Kansas State ran for nearly 300 yards. Defense. Offense. Special teams. Through two weeks, Collin Klein's Wildcats look incredibly well-rounded. Tulane is next. But after what we just watched? I'm starting to believe in this Kansas State team. #KansasState #KState #KStateFB #Big12 #CollegeFootball Photo Credit:  Scott Sewell IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 12·16 min

Week 2 could tell us A LOT about the Big 12. After a shaky opening week, the conference has several opportunities to make statements against teams from the SEC, Big Ten and ACC. But these opportunities don't come around very often. Utah gets Arkansas. Arizona State travels to Texas A&M. Oklahoma State somehow has an opportunity to erase much of the embarrassment from its loss to Tulsa by taking on Oregon. UCF gets Pitt. Kansas gets Missouri. And if the Big 12 wants to seriously talk about putting multiple teams into the College Football Playoff, it needs some results. Then there's the first Big 12 conference game of the season. BYU vs. Arizona. Noah Fifita has wanted another shot at the Cougars after going 0-2 against BYU, while Kalani Sitake is 5-0 against Arizona. For BYU, a loss could immediately complicate what it hopes will become a College Football Playoff run. For Arizona, a win immediately puts the Wildcats into the early Big 12 contender conversation. The Big 12 has plenty of opportunities this weekend. Now it has to prove it belongs. #Big12 #CollegeFootball #CFP #BYUFootball #UtahFootball #ArizonaState #OklahomaState Photo Credit:  Evert Nelson IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 11·33 min

Big 12 chaos erupts as Oklahoma State suffers a shocking collapse while Cutter Bully lights up the scoreboard for Kansas State, setting new records in just his debut start. Are preseason expectations for teams like Baylor, Houston, and West Virginia already coming under fire? Coaching blunders, unexpected defensive standouts, and quarterback surprises make for a must-watch start to the college football season. The conversation focused on coaching decisions during the Tulsa-North Texas showdown, Baylor’s defensive line emerging as one of the conference’s best, and Rich Rodriguez’s conservative play calling nearly costing West Virginia. The discussion explored transfer and eligibility rules, West Virginia’s midseason pickup from Georgia, and Deion Sanders putting Colorado “back” on the map. With colorful hot takes, laughs, and betting heartbreaks—including a $10 parlay gone awry—this episode captures the unpredictable spirit of Big 12 football. Who’s trending up, and who’s facing tougher questions than ever? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 10·32 min

Kansas State put 71 points on the board in Collin Klein's debut. Now comes the part that actually matters. Are the Wildcats a legitimate Big 12 contender? Or did we learn very little from a dominant win over Nicholls? I'm not ready to call Kansas State a contender yet. But that could change very quickly. Washington State gives the Wildcats their first real test of the Collin Klein era. The Cougars' defense caused problems against Washington in the Apple Cup, and that makes this an important measuring stick for an offensive line that entered the season as one of my biggest concerns. Kansas State had zero missed assignments up front in Week 1. Do it again against Washington State, and I'm buying in. Then there's Avery Johnson. Washington State had problems containing De'Mond Williams as a runner. Now it gets an even more athletic quarterback in Johnson. I've already put my benchmark out there: 65% completion percentage. Eight carries. If Avery gives Kansas State that, I think the Wildcats win AND cover. Mike Gittens of Locked On UCF joins me as we decide which Big 12 teams are contenders and which are pretenders after Week 1. We also discuss UCF, BYU, Texas Tech, Oklahoma State and a Big 12 race that already looks different than we expected. #KansasState #KState #KStateFootball #Big12 #AveryJohnson #CollinKlein Photo Credit:  Scott Sewell IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 10·30 min

Kansas State might finally UNLEASH Avery Johnson. After a dominant 71-3 win over Nicholls, the Wildcats get their first legitimate test of the Collin Klein era against Washington State. And this matchup might be PERFECT for Avery Johnson. Washington State's defense impressed in the Apple Cup. The Cougars have an underrated front seven, created difficult third-down situations against Washington and showed that this could legitimately be the strength of Kirby Moore's football team. But there was also one problem. Tackling. Washington had opportunities where its quarterback appeared dead to rights, only for him to escape and create with his legs. Now Washington State gets Avery Johnson. That's why I believe this could be the game where Kansas State finally lets Avery become the true dual-threat quarterback we've been waiting to see. My number? Eight carries. If Avery completes at least 65% of his passes and carries the football eight times, I believe Kansas State wins AND covers the 17.5-point spread. But there's another massive matchup that could determine whether that happens. Kansas State's offensive line. The Wildcats didn't have a missed assignment against Nicholls, but Washington State's defensive front represents a completely different challenge. If Kansas State handles that front? Look out. We also break down the other side of the matchup, where Washington State quarterback Caden Pinnock presents some similar challenges with his legs. Collin Klein specifically called out Kansas State's tackling and eye discipline this week. Now we know why. Pinnock is dangerous when he gets outside the pocket, but he's also inexperienced at the FBS level and threw two interceptions against Washington. Could Jordan Peterson attack him with pressure early? Could this be a breakout opportunity for Wendell Gregory and Darian Whitaker? For the first time this season, we're about to learn a LOT about Kansas State. #KansasState #KState #KStateFootball #AveryJohnson #CollinKlein #Big12 #CollegeFootball Photo Credit: Evert Nelson IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 9·34 min

Kansas State's offensive line might be MUCH further along than we expected. That was one of my biggest takeaways from Collin Klein's Monday press conference following the Wildcats' 71-3 win over Nicholls. The offensive line entered this season with legitimate questions. John Pastore is out. Tanner Morley has been working his way back. Ryan Howard was stepping into a massive opportunity at left tackle. And after one game? The early returns are extremely encouraging. Klein praised the protection and said Kansas State didn't have a missed assignment up front. Ryan Howard handled every snap with the starters. Charlie Adams impressed. And the Wildcats consistently created movement at the line of scrimmage. Yes. It was Nicholls. We're going to keep saying that. But Washington State is about to give us a much better idea of whether Kansas State has actually answered one of its biggest offseason questions. We also learned more about the running back competition. Rodney Fields may have been the biggest surprise of Week 1, but Klein isn't committing to predetermined carry totals between Fields, Joe Jackson and Jay Harris. Could Kansas State simply ride the hot hand? Then we turn to the defense. Despite allowing only three points, Klein wasn't completely satisfied. Tackling needs to improve. Eye discipline needs to improve. And those issues become much more important against a mobile Washington State quarterback this weekend. Plus, we've got injury updates on Tanner Morley and Makai Mason as Kansas State prepares for its first FBS opponent of the Collin Klein era. Morley continues to make gradual progress with no setbacks. Mason's situation sounds better than initially feared, but his availability against Washington State remains a question. Week 1 gave Kansas State plenty of reasons for optimism. Now we're about to start finding out how much of it is REAL. #KansasState #KState #KStateFootball #CollinKlein #AveryJohnson #Big12 #CollegeFootball Photo Credit: Scott Sewell IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 8·29 min

Kansas State might have a NEW RB1. Of everything we saw in the Wildcats' 71-3 win over Nicholls, Rodney Fields Jr. might have been the biggest surprise. Because he didn't simply play well. He STARTED. Fields received 14 carries and turned them into 101 yards and a touchdown, showing the vision, decisiveness and explosiveness that apparently stood out to Collin Klein once Kansas State started going live during camp. Now we have a serious question. Is Rodney Fields becoming Kansas State's No. 1 running back? Joe Jackson isn't going anywhere. Jay Harris is still going to have a role. And after watching all three backs contribute against Nicholls, Kansas State might have something even better than one clear starter. This could legitimately become a three-headed monster. We break down the entire Kansas State offense after Collin Klein's first win, including an extremely encouraging performance from Avery Johnson. Johnson completed 15 of 21 passes for 199 yards and three touchdowns while adding another score on the ground. But the numbers weren't even the most impressive part. He looked comfortable. He looked confident. And in his first game reunited with Collin Klein, Avery looked like a quarterback completely in control of the offense. We also discuss Kansas State's offensive line after an encouraging first performance from a group that entered the season with plenty of questions. Ryan Howard stepped into the opening at left tackle. Charlie Adams impressed. And Avery Johnson was consistently given time to operate. Yes. It was Nicholls. Washington State is going to tell us significantly more about this team. But Kansas State did exactly what it was supposed to do in Week 1. Plus, we talk about everything that felt DIFFERENT inside Bill Snyder Family Stadium. The Cat Train is back. Willie's opponent skits are back. Sandstorm returned in the third quarter. The Wildcats locked arms. And Willie somehow survived 394 push-ups after Kansas State scored 71 points. The “new old school” era under Collin Klein is officially underway. #KansasState #KState #KStateFootball #CollinKlein #AveryJohnson #Big12 #CollegeFootball Photo Credit: Evert Nelson IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 7·32 min

Is Special Teams U officially BACK at Kansas State? John Grove called his shot. All offseason, he told us Kansas State was going to score a special-teams touchdown. It took ONE GAME. Brandon White took a punt to the house against Nicholls, showing off the ridiculous speed that made him one of the most intriguing additions to this Kansas State roster. And maybe this was about more than one touchdown. Kansas State has an incredible history of winning games with special teams. Since 1999, K-State has 140 non-offensive touchdowns. Since 2005, Kansas State has 64 kickoff and punt-return touchdowns — far ahead of anyone else in college football. That was a massive piece of the Bill Snyder identity. Now, in the first game of the Collin Klein era and this push toward the “new old school,” Kansas State immediately gets another one. Coincidence? Maybe. But it sure felt like Kansas State football. And Brandon White could become a serious weapon. We also dive into a Kansas State defense that gave us plenty to be excited about. Darian Whitaker Jr. looked completely at home in his new role along the defensive line. Logan Bartley impressed. Gabe Powers gave us more confidence in the linebacker room. JoJo Scott showed some serious potential in the secondary. And Wendell Gregory gave us our first look at what he could become in this defense. Yes, we have to keep saying it. This was Nicholls. Washington State will be a much bigger test. Tulane will be a bigger test. Eventually, Big 12 play will tell us what this Kansas State team really is. But this is exactly what you're supposed to do against an opponent like Nicholls. Dominate. Get younger players on the field. Build confidence. And start establishing what you want Kansas State football to look like under Collin Klein. So far? The “new old school” is looking pretty damn fun. #KansasState #KState #KStateFootball #CollinKlein #Big12 #CollegeFootball Photo Credit: Scott Sewell IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 6·32 min

The Collin Klein era at Kansas State is officially underway. Yeah... That'll work. Kansas State absolutely demolished Nicholls 71-3 in Klein's first game as head coach, giving the Wildcats their highest-scoring performance since putting 76 on Ball State in 2000. And while Nicholls certainly isn't going to be the toughest opponent Kansas State sees this season, there was a LOT to like about this debut. Start with Avery Johnson. 15-of-21. 199 passing yards. Three passing touchdowns. Another touchdown on the ground. And for everyone who spent the offseason questioning Johnson's accuracy? How does a 71% completion percentage sound for Game 1? Then there's the running game. Kansas State finished with more than 300 rushing yards and SIX different players scored rushing touchdowns. But maybe the biggest surprise was Rodney Fields Jr. Fields got the start and finished with 100 rushing yards on 14 carries. Joe Jackson scored. Jay Harris contributed. Ontario Elston broke a 46-yard run. Kansas State suddenly might have a very interesting problem in that running back room. Then there's the offensive line. After all the questions surrounding that group entering the season, Kansas State didn't allow a single sack. Again, it's Nicholls. Keep everything in perspective. But this is exactly what you're SUPPOSED to do against an overmatched opponent. Dominate. Get your starters out. Give younger players meaningful snaps. Build some confidence. And move on. Even special teams got involved, with Brandon White taking a punt 65 yards to the house. Kansas State wasn't perfect. And we'll learn significantly more against Washington State, Tulane and eventually Cincinnati. But after some of the ugly nonconference performances we've watched from this program recently, there was no drama this time. Collin Klein's first win? Check. Avery Johnson looking comfortable? Check. Offensive line protecting the quarterback? Check. Young players getting valuable reps? Check. 71-3? Yeah. That's one hell of a way to start a new era. #KansasState #KState #KStateFootball #CollinKlein #AveryJohnson #Big12 #CollegeFootball Photo Credit: Evert Nelson IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 6·16 min

Kansas State football is BACK. In less than 24 hours, Collin Klein will lead the Wildcats onto the field at Bill Snyder Family Stadium for the first time as Kansas State's head coach. And against Nicholls, the question isn't really whether Kansas State should win. They absolutely should. The question is what we LEARN while watching them do it. What does a Collin Klein-coached team look like? How different does the offense feel? And most importantly: Are we finally going to see Avery Johnson UNLEASHED? John Grove from GoPowerCat joins the show as we break down everything we're watching in Klein's debut. Nicholls already has a game under its belt after beating Mississippi Valley State 44-10. Quarterback Ian Rodriguez threw for 264 yards and three touchdowns, and Nicholls showed enough explosiveness through the air to give Kansas State's new-look secondary something to think about. But Kansas State should have a significant talent advantage. Now we need to see it. Can the Wildcats generate pressure? Can the secondary eliminate explosive plays? Can Avery Johnson protect the football? And what does Sean Gleeson's offense look like with Johnson, Joe Jackson and a group of receivers looking to establish themselves? Then we're making our FINAL predictions. John has Kansas State winning 41-10. I've got the Wildcats winning 34-10. That means we're BOTH taking Nicholls +41.5 and the under at 54.5. And we're getting bold. I've got Joe Jackson rushing for more than 150 yards. John goes even further: Jerron Tibbs finishes with more than 150 receiving yards AND two touchdowns. The offseason is officially over. The Collin Klein era begins NOW. #KansasState #KState #KStateFootball #CollinKlein #AveryJohnson #Big12 #CollegeFootball Photo Credit:  Evert Nelson Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 4·18 min

One more day. That's all that's left before Kansas State football officially begins the Collin Klein era. So for the FINAL time this offseason, we're doing what we've spent months doing: Speculating. John Grove from GoPowerCat joins the show as we go game-by-game through Kansas State's entire 2026 schedule and make our final predictions. And I'm starting to feel pretty good about what Year 1 could look like. Nicholls? Win. Washington State? Win. Tulane? Win. I even think Kansas State can go on the road and beat Cincinnati to begin Big 12 play and start the Collin Klein era 4-0. John isn't quite as confident. Then things get REALLY interesting. Houston might be the most important game on Kansas State's entire schedule. The Sunflower Showdown returns to Manhattan. There's a difficult trip to Arizona State. Colorado awaits on Halloween. And the final month brings Oklahoma State, TCU, Arizona and potentially the final Farmageddon against Iowa State. There are plenty of games that could swing this season dramatically in either direction. But when we finally add everything up? John has Kansas State finishing 8-4. I've got the Wildcats going 9-3. And I feel extremely confident about two games in particular: Collin Klein beats Kansas AND Iowa State in his first season. Would 9-3 be enough to put Kansas State into the Big 12 Championship conversation? Could 8-4 still represent a successful first season under Klein? And which games have the biggest chance to completely change our predictions? One final time before we actually get answers, let's predict the entire Kansas State football season. Drop YOUR final record prediction in the comments. #KansasState #KState #KStateFootball #CollinKlein #Big12 #CollegeFootball Photo Credit: Evert Nelson IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 4·37 min

Big 12 teams face early-season pressure as Baylor preps for a high-stakes showdown against Auburn in the Aflac Kickoff. Can DJ Lagway ignite the Bears’ offense and save Dave Aranda’s job, or will Auburn’s transfer-heavy roster under Alex Golesh hold the upper hand? The group debates talent disparities, the impact of new coaching staffs, and whether last year’s stats offer any real insight for fans expecting a breakout performance. The conversation focused on Oklahoma State’s revamped lineup, raising questions about defensive improvement and the upside of bringing in nearly an entire staff from North Texas. UCF’s Alonzo Barnett emerges as a sleeper to watch, while the hosts debate whether parity in the Big 12 will help or hurt the conference’s playoff hopes. Plus, bold predictions for BYU, Kansas State, and Arizona State set the stage for a wild opening weekend. Which teams are poised for a quick rise—and which might be overrated? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 4·32 min

Big 12 teams face early-season pressure as Baylor preps for a high-stakes showdown against Auburn in the Aflac Kickoff. Can DJ Lagway ignite the Bears’ offense and save Dave Aranda’s job, or will Auburn’s transfer-heavy roster under Alex Golesh hold the upper hand? The group debates talent disparities, the impact of new coaching staffs, and whether last year’s stats offer any real insight for fans expecting a breakout performance. The conversation focused on Oklahoma State’s revamped lineup, raising questions about defensive improvement and the upside of bringing in nearly an entire staff from North Texas. UCF’s Alonzo Barnett emerges as a sleeper to watch, while the hosts debate whether parity in the Big 12 will help or hurt the conference’s playoff hopes. Plus, bold predictions for BYU, Kansas State, and Arizona State set the stage for a wild opening weekend. Which teams are poised for a quick rise—and which might be overrated? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 3·32 min

Are people finally starting to BUY STOCK in Kansas State? Because after an offseason filled with questions surrounding Collin Klein's first season back in Manhattan, the conversation around the Wildcats might finally be starting to change. Locked On Big 12 recently admitted Kansas State may have been ranked too low entering the 2026 season, pointing specifically to some of the top-end talent on this roster. And they're right about one thing. Kansas State has some legitimate dudes. Wendell Gregory has the talent to potentially become the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year. Joe Jackson broke Darren Sproles' Kansas State freshman rushing record last season. Garrett Oakley has already shown he can be one of the better tight ends in college football. And then there's Avery Johnson. I've been more cautious about Kansas State this offseason than I was a year ago. But there's one thing I feel VERY confident about. Avery Johnson is going to have the best season of his college career. Putting him back together with Collin Klein could completely change what this Kansas State offense looks like. And apparently people around the Big 12 are starting to see the potential too. Here's the weird part. While the perception surrounding Kansas State might be improving, its Big 12 championship odds have actually moved in the opposite direction. K-State went from fourth in the conference at +1200 to fifth at +1700 in the odds we discussed on today's show. So is THAT the opportunity? Is everybody still sleeping on Kansas State? Locked On UCF host Mike G joins Locked On Kansas State to discuss why people are starting to change their minds about the Wildcats, whether it's officially time to buy K-State stock and just how wide open the Big 12 could become in 2026. Maybe I've been too low on Kansas State too. Now it's time for the Wildcats to prove everybody right. #KansasState #KStateFootball #KState #AveryJohnson #CollinKlein #Big12 #CollegeFootball Photo Credit: Matt Kartozian IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 3·31 min

Kansas State's first defensive depth chart is here. And there are a LOT more surprises than I expected. Jon Grove of GoPowercat joins Locked On Kansas State to break down Collin Klein's first defensive depth chart before the Wildcats open the season against Nicholls. It starts up front. Wendell Gregory and Jordan Allen are expected to start on the edge, but there are some notable names missing from the two-deep — including Elijah Hill. Instead, Darian Whitaker Jr. and Jayden Bryant have earned early opportunities. Then there's the linebacker room. Mekhi Mason has officially earned a starting job after receiving significant praise throughout the offseason. Gabe Powers will join him after emerging as both a starter and team captain. But Rex Van Wyhe isn't currently listed as a starter despite representing Kansas State at Big 12 Media Days. The biggest surprises might be in the secondary. Sophomore JoJo Scott won the starting nickel job. Logan Bartley is listed ahead of Jasson Prevard at strong safety, while young defensive backs Garrick Dixon and Nick McKellen have already cracked the two-deep. So what does all of this mean? Are Kansas State's young defenders simply developing faster than expected? Are injuries playing a role? Or has Collin Klein created a legitimate competition where previous experience doesn't guarantee anyone a starting job? Nicholls should give Kansas State an opportunity to start finding those answers. Because after Week 1, the competition gets considerably more difficult. #KansasState #KState #KStateFootball #Big12 #CollegeFootball #CollinKlein Photo Credit: Evert Nelson IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 2·25 min

Kansas State has a major question to answer before this season gets much more difficult. Can this offensive line hold up? Jon Grove of GoPowercat joins Locked On Kansas State as we break down Collin Klein's first depth chart and everything we learned about the Wildcats offense heading into Week 1 against Nicholls. And it starts at left tackle. Ryan Howard is expected to get the first opportunity after injuries completely changed what Kansas State thought its offensive line would look like entering the season. The experience level is concerning. Howard enters with zero college snaps. Keaton Jones has eight. Dylan Villarouel has 43. Gus Hawkins has 126, while Charlie Adams is currently the most experienced member of that projected starting five. That's a LOT of development that needs to happen quickly. The good news? Nicholls gives Kansas State an opportunity to start finding answers before the competition gets considerably more difficult. We also break down the rest of K-State's first offensive depth chart. Joe Jackson, Jay Harris and Rodney Fields are all listed as options at running back. Garrett Oakley, Will Anciaux and Linkon Cure give Kansas State multiple possibilities at tight end. And the wide receiver rotation finally gives us a better idea of who Avery Johnson will be throwing to this season. But there's one question that matters more than everything else against Nicholls. Kansas State needs to leave Week 1 feeling considerably better about its offensive line. Because Washington State is coming next. And unlike last season, K-State can't afford to spend September figuring everything out. #KansasState #KState #KStateFootball #Big12 #CollegeFootball #AveryJohnson Photo Credit: Evert Nelson - IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 1·26 min

Kansas State Wildcats tumble to 87th in Fox Sports preseason rankings—an eyebrow-raising drop from last year’s top 25. Can Collin Klein’s squad silence critics and outperform bold predictions of a 4-8 finish? Christian Rauh and John Grove break down the Wildcats’ national perception, question the rationale behind RJ Young’s ranking, and unpack media skepticism around offensive injuries and a first-year head coach. Key topics include Kansas State’s depth chart concerns, especially at left tackle, the offensive line’s "by committee" approach, and how those uncertainties might impact quarterback Avery Johnson’s usage this season. The hosts also spotlight Week 0 matchups, Nichols’ fast start, and which Group of Six and Power Five clashes could shape early college football playoff talks. Are the Wildcats being underestimated, or are real challenges looming? Photo Credit: Rob Gray IMAGN Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 28·30 min

Big 12 Squad gears up for an unpredictable college football season as TCU faces North Carolina in Dublin, Ireland. Can TCU shake off locker room chaos and behind-the-scenes drama to deliver a dominant opener and avoid a black eye for the conference? Heated debates erupt over the merits of overseas games, potential recruiting impacts, and whether these international matchups truly benefit Big 12 football and its fans. Hosts Jake Hatch, Chris Level, Mountaineer Paul, Nick Maravitz, and Philip Mulford break down key storylines, including Iowa State’s bold championship ambitions under Jimmy Rogers, Texas Tech’s quarterback controversy surrounding potential addition Tommy Castellanos, and shifting transfer portal rules. Rivalries intensify as hot takes fly on coaching moves, team chemistry, and the NCAA’s ever-changing regulations. Who emerges as a true Big 12 contender, and will off-field distractions derail preseason favorites? Don’t miss this lively kickoff to college football’s boldest conference. Photo Credit: Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 28·32 min

Big 12 powerhouses face chaos as preseason rankings ignite controversy. West Virginia surges into Big 12 title contention, Arizona State faces widespread doubt over quarterback Cutter Boley, and Oklahoma State’s offense emerges as a major talking point—all while transfer portal shakeups and 55 new Cowboys players raise questions about defensive trust. Is this the wildest preseason prediction era fans have ever seen? The Big 12 Squad breaks down key storylines, spotlighting top prospects like DJ Lagway and Avery Johnson, and analyzing Kansas State’s star-studded NIL roster. Debates heat up over the changing quarterback landscape, group-of-five versus power-four transfers, and the impact of coaching stability. Plus, with TCU and North Carolina set for a high-stakes clash in Dublin, the crew weighs in on locker room culture and potential dark horse runs for Houston and Baylor. Buckle up—the Big 12 season has arrived. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 27·32 min

Big 12 football faces a season of razor-thin margins and rising questions: Is this the year parity helps or hurts playoff hopes? UCF and Kansas State’s projected spots spark debate, with Alonzo Barnett’s upside and Avery Johnson’s leadership in the spotlight. Unexpected predictions from Locked On Big 12—like UCF at 14 and West Virginia in the top three—fuel discussion about recency bias, defensive strength, and the impact of key injuries, including Kansas State’s loss of John Pastore. Mike Gittens and Christian Rauh debate whether the Big 12 is truly a quarterback’s paradise, spotlighting talents like Drew Mestemaker, Bear Bachmeier, and DJ Lagway, and ponder which teams—BYU, Texas Tech, or Houston—could break through for a second College Football Playoff bid. Can two teams run the table, or will conference cannibalization send just one contender? Don’t miss this breakdown of Big 12 parity, playoff possibilities, and quarterback power across the league. Photo Credit: Go AD Free and More with the Everydayer's Club! Learn More Here: https://lockedonkansasstate.supercast.com/ Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/lockedonKState Follow the show on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3HhcfyjaoLGxYjsL1KmSZM More Coverage from Christian Rauh: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ #KansasState #KansasStateFootball #KansasStateWildcats #NCAA #CollegeFootball 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 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 Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Big 12 Conference, Arizona Wildcats, Arizona State Sun Devils, Baylor Bears, BYU Cougars, UCF Knights, Cincinnati Bearcats, Colorado Buffaloes, Houston Cougars, Iowa State Cyclones, Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas State Wildcats, Oklahoma State Cowboys, TCU Horned Frogs, Texas Tech Red Raiders, Utah Utes, West Virginia Mountaineers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 26·27 min