
By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports
July 3, 2025
A recent article by On3 suggested that Miami could potentially push for the No. 1 class in the 2026 cycle, currently claimed by USC.
The Hurricanes could absolutely pull it off.
On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the recent comments of Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petiti on the expansion of the Playoff, speaking with Joel Klatt.
Keeping the format at 12 teams seems to be on the table. (10:24)
UCLA’s recruiting efforts under second-year head coach DeShaun Foster have bolstered its 2026 class in recent months.
The Bruins should not be seen as a blip on the radar, and could pull in a Top 20 recruiting class. (20:49)

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