Oregon and Iowa will meet for just the 4th time ever and the first time in the 21st century this Fall. Kinnick Stadium could see an upset if Oregon takes them lightly.

Today's episode of Locked On Ducks is a crossover with 'Locked On Hawkeyes' host Trent Condon. Iowa's new offensive staff made an impact and is a key part in their future bid to upset the Ducks.

Spencer and Trent conclude today's show talking about how the rosters match up against each other. New Iowa QB Mark Gronowski has questions, but can do enough to make this game difficult.

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Big Ten football power rankings spark heated debate. Is Penn State truly the top dog, or will Ohio State reclaim their throne?

Spencer McLaughlin and his all-star panel dissect the conference's hierarchy, with USC's placement igniting fierce discussion. Mark Culkin makes a bold case for the Trojans' ascent, while others question their readiness. The crew also analyzes Washington's potential dark horse status and Indiana's win total prediction for the upcoming season.

Key topics include defensive improvements, quarterback performances, and the impact of challenging schedules on team success. Jacob Goins and Craig Sheeman offer optimistic outlooks for the Hoosiers, but can Indiana really hit 9 wins against a tough slate?

Tune in for expert insights on your favorite Big Ten teams and players as the season approaches. Will your team rise or fall in the rankings?

Last year's game at Wisconsin was a nailbiting 16-13 for #1 ranked Oregon as they survived an upset bid. This year's game in Eugene could see a similar script.

Today's episode of Locked On Ducks is a crossover with 'Locked On Badgers' host Ryan Harings. They discuss how each team's strength will match up against the other come this Fall.

Spencer and Ryan conclude today's show discussing how the QB battle looks in this game with a familiar face coming to Autzen in Maryland transfer Billy Edwards Jr. How does Dante Moore match up against the Badgers' defense?

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Oregon has a prediction to land 2026 4-star DB Devin Jackson competing against Nebraska, Miami, and LSU. The Ducks are trending for several other blue chip recruits.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses how this year's line of scrimmage units compare to last year. The depth on both sides will be a huge part of their success.

One of Oregon's primary misses in the 2026 class is 5-star QB Jared Curtis. Could he follow Dante Moore's footsteps and transfer to the Ducks one day?

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Oregon further solidified its long-term outlook at QB with 2026 3-star QB Bryson Beaver, joining a bevy of blue chip prospects. The future will be bright no matter what.

On today's episode of Locked On Ducks, Spencer McLaughlin discusses who future starting QBs could be for the Ducks. Plus, discussing the ever-interesting Oregon secondary unit for 2025.

Spencer concludes today's show discussing Oregon's ability to win a national title within the next 3 years. Is Dan Lanning building a good enough core to win multiple?

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Big Ten flexes its muscles against SEC scheduling. Is a nine-game conference slate the future of college football?

Spencer McLaughlin and fellow Locked On hosts tackle the Big Ten vs SEC scheduling debate, predicting Illinois' football win total, and dissecting potential NCAA tournament expansion. The crew analyzes Brett Bielema's bold stance on conference parity and debates the merits of a 76-team March Madness field. Key matchups for Illinois, including showdowns with Ohio State and Washington, take center stage as the hosts weigh in on the Illini's chances for a breakout season.

Tune in for heated debates on college football's power dynamics and the future of postseason play in both football and basketball.