Oregon's Dan Lanning and Texas' Steve Sarkisian both made affirmative statements that they will be staying put at their respective jobs. As Alabama's list of coaching candidates continues to dwindle down, Washington's Kalen DeBoer is likely at or near the top of their list.

On today's episode of Locked On Pac-12, Spencer McLaughlin dives further into the Crimson Tide's continued pursuit of a new football coach to replace Nick Saban. Florida State's Mike Norvell could be an option as well coming off a 13-0 season, but the relatively cheaper cost of his buyout would not be the reason why.

This is the FINAL EPISODE of Locked On Pac-12 before it becomes "Locked On College Football" starting on Monday. Spencer dives into a final Locked On Pac-12 mailbag, concluding with a thought on why "Pac-12 After Dark" may live on in the new-look world of college football.

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Washington improved to 9-0 with a 52-42 win against USC in Los Angeles on Saturday night, and they will not be any lower than #5 in the next College Football Playoff rankings. The Pac-12's possibility of getting into the CFP is a real one, but they might need some more outside help.

On today's episode of Locked On Pac-12, Spencer McLaughlin also looks at how each fanbase should feel after week 10. Arizona proved themselves worthy once again with their third straight top 25 victory over UCLA, 27-10.

USC should consider changes to their defensive staff, but does Lincoln Riley have the courage to finally pull the plug on Alex Grinch as the defensive coordinator? Plus, what to make of tough times in Pullman.

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Utah HC Kyle Whittingham has announced his retirement, a move long expected by one of the longest tenured coaches in the country. Will Michigan call him?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the Big 12 bringing in a wide-reaching private equity deal for the conference. Could a move with so much upside backfire?

Washington State has hired its 3rd head coach in 3 seasons, bringing in Kirby Moore from Missouri. After being an underrated offensive coordinator, will he actually stick around in Pullman?

04:19 Michigan Coaching Shift: Whittingham Option

09:48 Michigan Coaching Candidates Discussion

12:49 Big 12 Secures $500M Deal

16:10 Big 12's Path to Relevance

26:47 Washington State's Strategic Coaching Move

28:47 Pac-12 Coaching Gamble Analyzed

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Michigan needs a head coach, and also has to try and keep 5-star QB Bryce Underwood out of the transfer portal. Lane Kiffin at LSU should pick up the phone.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses Tennessee hiring former Penn State/Ohio State DC Jim Knowles. Auburn transfer QB Jackson Arnold should be talking to Georgia Tech HC Brent Key.

Army and Navy square off in America's Game this Saturday, a tradition that is unrivaled in all of sports. Spencer breaks down the matchup and makes his pick for the big game.

06:17 Coach's Resilience Leads to Success

07:07 Coaching Success and Speculation

13:16 Jackson Arnold's Turbulent Career

16:34 Georgia Tech's QB-Friendly Offense

24:56 Army-Navy Game Spotlight

30:27 Defense Strengths and Personnel Needs

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The Big 12 Conference has been nothing short of a whirlwind over the past week, marked by a major championship, postseason selection drama, and a groundbreaking business announcement that reinforces its "New Look" identity.

1. Championship and CFP Breakthrough

The week started with the Big 12 Championship Game where Texas Tech defeated BYU in a commanding fashion (34-7). This victory propelled the Red Raiders to a 12-1 record, securing the Big 12's automatic bid to the expanded College Football Playoff. The subsequent CFP rankings confirmed Texas Tech as the No. 4 seed, earning them a crucial first-round bye straight to the Orange Bowl Quarterfinal—a massive statement for the restructured league.

2. Bowl and Political Fallout

While the Big 12 celebrated Tech's CFP inclusion and the bowl selections for seven other teams, drama erupted over the bubble. Commissioner Brett Yormark publicly backed the CFP committee's decision, despite BYU's exclusion, and notably criticized Notre Dame's Athletic Director for his "egregious" outrage over the Irish being left out. This positioned the Big 12 as a stable, unified partner in the new CFP ecosystem, contrasting sharply with the ACC's turmoil. Adding to the controversy, the conference levied $500,000 fines on Iowa State and Kansas State for opting to skip bowl games, underscoring the conference's commitment to fulfilling its postseason obligations.

3. NFL Partnership Announcement

Perhaps the most significant long-term news was the conference's announcement of a strategic partnership with the NFL. This collaboration aims to align the two organizations on everything from officiating development and emerging technology to global growth initiatives. This unprecedented move further showcases the Big 12's innovative, business-forward approach under Yormark, establishing a distinct brand identity separate from the traditionalist SEC/Big Ten dynamic.

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Five SEC teams charge into the College Football Playoff, but which squad holds the clearest path to glory? Heated expansion rumors swirl as the SEC hosts debate the possibility of Notre Dame and Kansas joining the conference, while Texas A&M’s electrifying fan base readies Kyle Field for a statement win over Miami. Could Carson Beck’s first trip to College Station turn into an interception frenzy? Alabama vs. Oklahoma emerges as a must-watch rematch—will Ty Simpson and a battered Tide offense bounce back, or does Oklahoma’s relentless defense have the secret sauce?

The squad also breaks down Tulane vs. Ole Miss and the impact of Lane Kiffin’s absence, evaluates Heisman hopeful Diego Pavia’s odds against Fernando Mendoza, and dissects the blue chip ratio chatter. With passionate analysis, insider takes on playoff matchups, and candid SEC pride, this preview sets the stage for a playoff race full of rivalry and redemption.

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Discussing the latest in as Michigan needs a new head coach after Sherrone Moore was fired for an inappropriate relationship with a staffer.

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Sherrone Moore has been fired from Michigan after reportedly having an inappropriate relationship with a female staffer. Can the Wolverines get Kalen DeBoer?

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses good landing spots for transfer QB Sam Leavitt as he prepares to leave Arizona State. Miami and Indiana would both make tons of sense.

Spencer and 'Locked On Sooners' host John Williams get together for a segment looking at their upcoming matchup with Alabama. Why is Oklahoma an underdog at home?

04:28 Alabama or Michigan in 2026?

11:10 Sam Levitt Transfer Speculation

14:48 ASU QB Success at LSU?

18:12 Florida State QB Money Debate

23:37 Oklahoma Over Alabama Prediction

24:25 Offensive Struggles Against Oklahoma

29:59 Championship Matchup: Georgia’s Chances

31:20 Top Transfer Portal QBs Ranked

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