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Locked On SMU has now launched! Join me everyday as I discuss all things SMU. Episode 1 is already live and Episode 2 premieres TODAY on YouTube at 1:30 pm CT.
Find it at https://t.co/E9gz3QjuoK and find the Locked on SMU podcast wherever you get your podcasts.
Pete Bevacqua is absolutely correct about maximizing media value with a Super League (something he made clear he opposes).
One huge problem: powerhouse college fan bases are built to expect 10, 11, 12 or more victories every year. In this case, some big names are going to go 2-10. It's the same way it is in the NFL.
Do the fans stay? Losing NFL teams see drops in tickets and revenue. Georgia-Alabama is a big television event when both teams are good. If one, or both, are bad?
And why would major programs want a new world where they are almost assured to be less successful than in the past -- winning is also about donations, applications, alumni, etc.
It works in the NFL because the system is then set up for the worst teams to be advantaged through the draft (and scheduling). Eventually bad teams get good (it takes longer for some, i.e. the Jets).
College football doesn't have that. In recruiting and free agency, the best players generally go to the best teams (even in the NIL-era). More donations come in to the better teams.
So could a Super League really even work in college football?
Huge episode today on Locked On SMU:
- SMU signs former 5-star WR and MLB player Jordyn Adams
- Safety Tyren Polley joins the show!!
- The CFP releases absurd schedule for this year's playoff
Check out the Youtube: https://t.co/B6p8JwDdVb
NEW: Former MLB player Jordyn Adams has enrolled at SMU and plans to play football, @BillyEmbody reports👀
The 26-year-old was a first-round MLB Draft pick and a 4-star WR prospect coming out of high school in 2018.
https://t.co/MqMEuDiHrs
Locked On SMU Today:
- A new surprising stat that could shape SMU's season
- Early March Madness projections have SMU missing the tourney???
Youtube: https://t.co/5TSL0vxSz8
Locked On SMU today!
- SMU must continue its pass rush dominance!
- The strength of evaluation at SMU
- Can Andy Enfield coach SMU to more wins?
Youtube: https://t.co/YN5KfcQ5f4
BREAKING: Yes, it’s real and it’s spectacular. Good morning. Gabe Osborne’s committed to the #Sooners.
Here’s a look at why the Mustang (Okla.) superstar’s pledge to Oklahoma is nothing short of historic — on multiple fronts.
➡️ https://t.co/tMKEhSq2mS
It feels appropriate that he shares this with LeBron because what we’re living with Wemby now is basically “what if the Cavs did a way better job of building around LeBron?”
One thing I've learned in sports, business, and media: when people can't attack the argument, they attack the messenger.
I showed three clips. The conversation became about my résumé. That's usually a sign we're no longer discussing the actual point.
Locked On SMU Today:
- SMU's season rest on Jennings' turnovers
- Reaction to the Protect College Sports bill
- Lashlee is ranking well in national coaches rankings
Youtube: https://t.co/P8vQiqVVsI
Locked On SMU Today:
- Rhett Lashlee argues for a 24-team playoff!
- Why the CFP should end up staying at 12
- The double-edged sword of having a great head coach
Check it out on Youtube today!
Youtube: https://t.co/JeTYAs371A
Locked On SMU Today:
- Could SMU have an elite duo at corner?
- The SCORE Act is likely dead!
- Rhett Lashlee vs Marcus Freeman
Youtube: https://t.co/46R7H5tYnM
NEWS: Elite 2027 RB Landen Williams-Callis is down to 10 Schools, he tells me for @Rivals
The No. 3 RB in the 2027 Class has rushed for 7,554 yards and 133 TDs through 3 seasons
https://t.co/oRJ3iSgazN
Locked On SMU Today!
- Was Kevin Jennings snubbed from On3's Top 100 players?
- PJ Williams gets his due from On3
- The unknown of SMU basketball next season
Youtube: https://t.co/SsVQApW3AG
I can’t believe what I’m seeing: Dillon Brooks is collabing with Underdog on a SGA-themed Operation game.
“If you touch him, it’s a foul.” Unbelievable. 😭
Locked On SMU Today:
- Reaction to SMU basketball adding sharpshooter Jacob Patrick in the portal
- Is SMU's non-con schedule in jeopardy?
Youtube: https://t.co/6iWnRq3G3y