 By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports
May 13, 2026
The ACC reportedly has “consensus” regarding expansion of the College Football Playoff.
Would the league benefit from having 24 teams make the Playoff each year?
On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and ‘Locked On Canes’ host Alex Donno discuss the commitment of 5-star DB Donte Wright Jr., who flipped from Georgia.
Where does the landscape for high-end DB recruits sit on the NIL front?
San Diego State enters its third season under HC Sean Lewis and its 1st year in the new-look Pac-12.
The Aztecs should expect to be a conference title contender.
00:00 Discussing college football playoffs
04:10 Changes in college football playoffs
06:58 Big Ten influence on expansion
14:26 Recruitment surprise with Donte Wright
20:17 Discussing college football recruiting
21:44 Importance of offensive tackles
27:18 Texas State’s standout quarterback combo
28:17 San Diego State football analysis
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