
By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports
August 22, 2024
Kalen DeBoer and Company landed another top 300 recruit in the class of 2025 in 5-star RB Akylin Dear.
It’s another feather in the Tide’s cap as they look to continue their dynasty in college football.
On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, I am joined by ‘Locked On Buckeyes’ host Jay Stephens.
They explain why, outside of 2-3 games, Ohio State is going to be a great but boring team this year. (9:50)
Michigan is off a national championship season with a LOT of new faces in the program, on its staff and roster.
Can they get to 10 wins, and back to the Playoff, with a challenging schedule? (22:50)

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