Could DJ DURKIN lead the Auburn program back to prominence? He'll get his chance to prove what he can do as the interim. CHRIS GORDY breaks down the chaotic firing of AUBURN TIGERS head coach HUGH FREEZE following a devastating home loss to KENTUCKY, examining why the offensive collapse doomed his tenure despite elite recruiting classes. ZAC BLACKERBY from LOCKED ON AUBURN reveals insider details about cultural divisions between offense and defense, with players describing offensive stars as "babied" under FREEZE's leadership. The defense has been elite under DJ Durkin, but the offense was historically bad. Should Auburn take a chance on their defensive coordinator or swing for the fences with a proven winner? The discussion covers interim head coach DJ DURKIN's defensive excellence and legitimate case for the permanent job, plus analysis of top candidates including JOHN SUMRALL, KENNY DILLINGHAM, and ELI DRINKWITZ. The conversation expands to other SEC FOOTBALL coaching searches at LSU, FLORIDA, and ARKANSAS, with JOE BRADY and BOBBY PETRINO emerging as frontrunners. Discover why AUBURN's offensive failures were historically unprecedented and which coach could restore the TIGERS to championship contention.

The AUBURN TIGERS fire head coach HUGH FREEZE after a humiliating 10-3 home loss to KENTUCKY. Where does Auburn go from here? Can DJ Durkin do enough to earn the job? Who are some of the top names on Auburn's watch list for next head coach? CHRIS GORDY breaks down FREEZE's disastrous 15-19 tenure at AUBURN, including a staggering 1-13 record against ranked opponents and just four wins in his last 18 games against Power Four competition. The analysis covers potential replacement candidates like JIMBO FISHER, JAMES FRANKLIN, and ELI DRINKWITZ, plus the eye-popping $15.8 million buyout that pushes AUBURN's seven-year coaching tab to $52.5 million. Who do you think Auburn should target to finally turn this program around? Key topics include SEC WEEK 10 Winners and Losers, GEORGIA running back CHAUNCEY BOWENS' revenge game against FLORIDA, ARCH MANNING's bounce-back performance for TEXAS, OKLAHOMA kicker TATE SANDELL's historic four-field-goal upset at TENNESSEE, and MISSISSIPPI STATE snapping their brutal 16-game SEC losing streak. Updated rankings show four SEC teams in the top seven as the conference race intensifies. Which SEC team do you trust most to make a playoff run? Don't miss this comprehensive breakdown of AUBURN's coaching crisis and the weekend that reshaped the SEC landscape.

Chris Gordy and the Locked On SEC crew break down all the SEC Week 10 action including: Georgia wins a nail-biter over Florida, Ole Miss holds off South Carolina, Texas fends off a late rally by Vanderbilt, Oklahoma upsets Tennessee in Knoxville, Mississippi State gets its first SEC win over Arkansas, and Kentucky holds Auburn to just 3 points at home. Could Hugh Freeze be fired today?

SEC Network's Peter Burns breaks down the LSU drama, potential head coach candidates including Dan Lanning and Brent Key, and why hiring super agents Jimmy Sexton and Trace Armstrong just got harder. The discussion covers Diego Pavia's Vanderbilt Commodores potentially upsetting the Texas Longhorns, life after Billy Napier's firing at Florida Gators, and the SEC playoff picture with six conference games in Week 10. Former MLB World Series champion Geoff Blum joins as our Celebrity Guest Picker, sharing insight on how NIL money is transforming college baseball and SEC campus life, with his daughters attending Arkansas Razorbacks and LSU. Blummer helps us make our SEC Week 10 picks - is anyone on upset alert this weekend? Tune in for expert analysis on coaching searches, game predictions, and why Vanderbilt might shock Austin this weekend.

Yet another crazy week has gone by in the SEC in the wake of the LSU Tigers' firing of head coach Brian Kelly. There will also be another slate of big games as the conference prepares for Week 10. The Texas Longhorns are hosting the Vanderbilt Commodores, the Oklahoma Sooners are traveling to Knoxville to take on the Tennessee Volunteers and more.

The Cincinnati Bearcats are legitimate, but have a big test vs the Utah Utes. Also, the Texas Longhorns can't afford a loss this weekend vs Vanderbilt. And Brian Kelly has been fired by the LSU Tigers.

LANE KIFFIN faces his annual coaching carousel speculation as LSU and Florida openings emerge, but NICK SABAN suggests the OLE MISS REBELS head coach already has the best job in college football. Is the NIL era reshaping what defines an elite program? The episode breaks down why KIFFIN might stay in Oxford despite attractive offers, featuring insider analysis on OLE MISS's elite roster-building infrastructure and top-tier coordinator salaries. STEPHEN WILLIS from Locked On Ole Miss provides comprehensive perspective on KIFFIN's situation, TRINIDAD CHAMBLISS's emergence as an elite SEC quarterback, and how the transfer portal has expanded the number of championship-contending programs from 12 to 20 overnight. We go Around The Conference as ED ORGERON has thoughts on LSU's opening and BRIAN KELLY's tenure, while TEXAS quarterback ARCH MANNING enters concussion protocol ahead of a crucial VANDERBILT matchup. Do you think Kiffin would be crazy to leave Ole Miss for a "bigger" program at this point? Discover why traditional blue blood programs may no longer hold advantages over well-funded mid-tier SEC schools in today's college football landscape.

Can LSU land a top name coach and what will the timeline look like? And a full SEC Week 10 Preview! Chris Gordy talks more on the shocking dismissal of BRIAN KELLY at LSU, examining the $53 million buyout implications and analyzing top coaching candidates including JOHN SUMRALL, JOE BRADY, and LANE KIFFIN. Chris Marler offers insider perspectives from Baton Rouge on the coaching search timeline and cultural fit concerns. Who do you think LSU should target? The discussion shifts to critical Week 10 SEC matchups with playoff implications, covering VANDERBILT's upset potential against TEXAS with ARCH MANNING's status uncertain, TENNESSEE versus OKLAHOMA in a playoff elimination game, and GEORGIA BULLDOGS facing FLORIDA GATORS in Jacksonville. Key topics include DIEGO PAVIA's clutch performances, JOEY AGUILAR's interception concerns, and why Mississippi State keeps losing heartbreakers despite competitive play. If Matthew Caldwell has to start for the Longhorns, are you hammering Vandy as the underdog? Can the Vols' offense overcome their injured secondary and punch their playoff ticket? Tune in for comprehensive analysis of the LSU TIGERS coaching search and pivotal SEC games shaping the College Football Playoff race.

More aftermath at LSU after firing Brian Kelly as they also release OC Joe Sloan. Is a $100 million gamble the path to SEC dominance? Chris Gordy breaks down the dismissal of LSU Tigers head coach Brian Kelly, exploring the financial implications and potential replacements. The discussion covers Kelly's hefty buyout, reactions from SEC coaches like Lane Kiffin and Kirby Smart, and how this move reshapes the college football landscape. Lane Kiffin's name is swirling, but he claims money won't influence his decision. Who do you think LSU should target as their next head coach? The LSU coaching search is heating up! John Sumrall (Tulane) and Joe Brady (Bills OC) are current favorites. Matt Moscona of Locked on LSU offers insider perspectives on Louisiana's unique political culture and its influence on the coaching search. Key topics include LSU's and Florida's top coaching candidates, Arch Manning's injury update at Texas, and Hugh Freeze's job security at Auburn. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of LSU's high-stakes decision and its ripple effects across the SEC.

Reacting to the news that LSU has fired head coach Brian Kelly. Frank Wilson will take over as interim head coach. We react to all the news and where does LSU go next. Could they target Lane Kiffin as next head coach?

Chris Gordy and the Locked On SEC crew break down all the SEC Week 9 action including: Texas A&M vs LSU Alabama vs South Carolina Ole Miss vs Oklahoma Tennessee vs Kentucky Vanderbilt vs Missouri Texas vs Mississippi State Auburn vs Arkansas! Luke Robinson, Steven Willis and Jay Smith all form our roundtable to discuss. How much longer does Brian Kelly have at LSU? How good is Texas A&M, Alabama, Ole Miss and Vanderbilt? Can Arch Manning charge Texas still toward a playoff push?

SEC Week 9 showdowns: Can South Carolina hang with Alabama? Former Gamecocks QB Stephen Garcia weighs in as our Celebrity Guest Picker! College football's most competitive conference heats up with pivotal matchups. Get expert analysis on Ole Miss vs. Oklahoma, Auburn vs. Arkansas, and the Alabama Crimson Tide vs. South Carolina Gamecocks clash. Stephen Garcia, ex-South Carolina quarterback, shares insider perspectives on his playing days, including facing Arkansas' powerhouse offense led by Darren McFadden. Garcia also discusses his new venture "Tailgate Talks" and offers predictions for the week's biggest games. And LSU plays host to Texas A&M as the Aggies look to prove their top 5 ranking and remain undefeated. But despite some disappointing losses on the road for LSU, they have been undefeated at home so far this season. And the Aggies have yet to win a game in Death Valley since they joined the SEC over a decade ago! Tune in for Garcia's unique insights on Arch Manning's struggles and his take on South Carolina's chances against the Crimson Tide. We discuss Vanderbilt's surprising 6-1 start. Do you think Vandy has a real shot at the playoffs this year? And we talk about Arch Manning's struggles at Texas. Garcia, who chatted with AJ McCarron about it, thinks the pressure of being a Manning is affecting Arch. Despite this, Garcia's picking Mississippi State to upset Texas. What's your take on Arch's performance so far?

Week 9 holds a packed schedule for the SEC Squad. Reactions to the firing of Billy Napier. Previewing big matchups like the Ole Miss Rebels at the Oklahoma Sooners, the LSU Tigers hosting the Texas A&M Aggies, the Missouri Tigers facing the Vanderbilt Commodores and more!

The Vanderbilt Commodores are for real - but Missouri will prove to be a tough test. Also, Texas A&M needs to avoid a letdown in Death Valley vs the LSU Tigers.

SEC football shakeup: Hugh Freeze on thin ice at Auburn? Chris Gordy and guest analyst Chris Marler dissect the latest SEC drama, from Auburn's potential firing of Hugh Freeze to Florida's surprising dismissal of Billy Napier. Josh Pate reports Auburn's likely to fire Freeze if they lose Saturday. The dysfunction in Auburn's program, with 9 boosters running the show, complicates things. What do you think - will Freeze survive this week? They also discuss Tony Vitello's groundbreaking move from Tennessee to the San Francisco Giants. The guys break down key matchups, including Ole Miss vs Oklahoma and Texas A&M vs LSU. Marler offers bold predictions on Lane Kiffin's offensive prowess and Brian Kelly's night game record at Death Valley. Ole Miss impressed against Georgia, scoring on their first 5 drives. But Oklahoma's defense ranks 1st nationally. Lane Kiffin has a chance to prove himself on a big stage. Who's your pick to win this clash of high-powered offense vs. stout defense? Can Alabama keep their win streak alive vs South Carolina? Will Diego Pavia continue rolling vs Mizzou as College Gameday comes to Nashville? Tune in for expert insights on SEC's coaching chaos and game-changing predictions for this week's crucial matchups.

ALABAMA CRIMSON TIDE surge ahead: Can their 4-game win streak against ranked SEC foes lead to playoff glory? Chris Gordy and Luke Robinson break down Alabama's impressive run, highlighting Ty Simpson's NFL-caliber throws and the team's evolving strategy. The discussion covers the electric atmosphere at recent games, upcoming challenges against South Carolina and LSU, and Alabama's path to a potential playoff berth. Robinson offers insider perspectives on the Crimson Tide's defensive improvements and the impact of coach Kalen DeBoer's tactics. What do you think - should Bama fans be worried about losing Grubb after this season? Steve Spurrier weighed in on Florida's coaching search, mentioning Lane Kiffin as a top candidate. Meanwhile, DJ Lagway's commitment seems shaky, saying he's focused on "these five games." The Gators are looking for stability after firing their 4th coach since Urban Meyer left. Who's your pick to turn things around in Gainesville? The conversation also touches on the Florida coaching situation, with Steve Spurrier's comments on potential replacements like Lane Kiffin. Tony Vitello was rumored to be in talks with the SF Giants for their manager position. Tune in for expert analysis on Alabama's championship aspirations and the latest SEC football developments.

Is Lane Kiffin's tenure at Ole Miss coming to an end? The college football world buzzes with speculation about Kiffin potentially leaving for Florida. What do you think: Will Kiffin stay at Ole Miss or jump to Florida? Chris Gordy and Steven Willis dissect the rumors, exploring Kiffin's success at Ole Miss and the expectations he'd face in Gainesville. They analyze the Rebels' recent performance against Georgia, highlighting offensive strengths and defensive concerns. The conversation shifts to Auburn's quarterback situation, with Hugh Freeze evaluating options for their upcoming Arkansas matchup. Freeze is evaluating Jackson Arnold and Ashton Daniels for the Arkansas game. With a 3-4 record, Freeze is feeling the heat, saying he wants "a chance to fix this." No vote of confidence from the AD yet. Do you think Freeze should get more time, or is a change needed at Auburn? Updates on Texas, South Carolina, Alabama, and other SEC powerhouses round out this comprehensive look at the conference landscape. Steve Sarkisian is sticking to his guns at Texas, refusing to give up play-calling duties despite offensive struggles. Tune in for expert insights on Kiffin's future, Ole Miss's playoff chances, and the latest SEC shakeups.

SEC football shakeup: Florida Gators fire Billy Napier down in Gainesville! Who will the Gators target as their next head coach? Some media outlets are throwing out candidates like James Franklin, Lane Kiffin, and Eli Drinkwitz. With other big jobs open (Arkansas, Penn State), Florida will need to do their due diligence. Who do you think would be the best fit for the Gators? Chris Gordy breaks down Napier's tumultuous tenure, potential replacements, and the ripple effects across the SEC. The discussion covers Alabama Crimson Tide's impressive four-game streak against ranked opponents, Vanderbilt's big time win over LSU, and Texas A&M's crucial victory to keep their win-streak alive. Key topics include Hugh Freeze's struggles at Auburn, Brian Kelly's championship promises at LSU, and the updated AP Poll rankings reshaping the SEC landscape. It's our SEC Week 8 Winners and Losers! What's wrong with Arch Manning? And the new AP poll is out with 3 SEC teams in the top 5! Don't miss this in-depth analysis of the SEC's evolving power dynamics and what it means for your team's playoff chances.

SEC football predictions take center stage as Chris Gordy breaks down key matchups. And will this be the final weekend coaching in the SEC for Billy Napier and perhaps Hugh Freeze? Which coach do you think is most likely to get fired first? Gordy analyzes betting lines and offers insights on Texas A&M vs. Arkansas, Ole Miss vs. Georgia, and Tennessee vs. Alabama. What do you think - can LSU pull off the road win or will Vandy's hot start continue? Former Big Brother 27 houseguest Will Williams joins as our Celebrity Guest Picker, and he discusses Dawn Staley's coaching prowess, the South Carolina-LSU women's basketball rivalry, and his reality TV experience. We get Will's perspective from competing on CBS' Big Brother and he makes our celebrity guest picks for SEC Week 8! The conversation shifts to potential SEC coaching changes, including speculation about Billy Napier, Hugh Freeze, and Mark Stoops. Tune in for expert analysis on SEC football's biggest games and a unique perspective on college sports from a reality TV star.