
 By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports
July 3, 2026

The Big Ten and SEC have released another statement regarding the ‘Protect College Sports Act’ and what they want to change.
Are their requests unrealistic or are they actually making sense?
On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by ‘Locked On Irish’ host Tyler Wojciak.
Together, we go through Notre Dame’s weak 2026 schedule and predict their record for the season.
LSU traveling to Ole Miss in Lane Kiffin’s return to Oxford is among the most exciting games of the 2026 season.
Which other ones will be the most exhilarating to watch?Â
00:00 Big Ten and SEC lobby Congress
06:01 College football revenue sharing
07:31 Discussing NCAA liability protection
12:32 Notre Dame’s win total prediction
15:12 Notre Dame’s early season struggles
17:49 Preview of Notre Dame vs Syracuse
22:06 Previewing the season schedule
25:36 Evaluating Alabama’s Season Prospects
28:11 Notre Dame vs USC recruiting rivalry
31:23 Indiana’s major home game developments
34:06 Excitement for BYU vs Notre Dame game 3
5:44 Pete Golding vs. Lane Kiffin drama
39:14 Miami vs. Notre Dame predictions
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