By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports
May 6, 2026
The AFCA recently met and urged support for proposals ranging from calendar fixes to the 24-team Playoff model.
Some good could come from a bad idea at its core.
On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, I’m joined by ‘Locked On UCLA’ host Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer to discuss the Bruins’ recent recruiting surge on the trail.
Bob Chesney is making a statement early on.
Texas Tech is likely to not have Brendan Sorsby in 2026, but still has a great roster bolstered by a top 10 portal class.
Who could reasonably have the roster to challenge them in the Big 12?
00:00 Debating playoff team expansion
03:31 Discussing college football playoffs expansion
06:48 Discussing expanded playoff concerns
15:01 Chip Kelly’s recruiting challenges
17:14 Comparing coaching trajectories
20:33 USC fans prank UCLA game
29:01 Big 12 football prospects
31:43 Assessing Texas Tech’s opponents’ offensive lines
34:20 Betting on BYU’s football performance
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