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Locked On Gators podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and sports info for the Florida Gators. Hosted by Brandon Olsen from Whole Nine Sports, the Locked On Gators podcast provides your daily Florida Gators fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things Gators. From the roar of the crowds at “The Swamp” to the electrifying Stephen C. O’Connell Center and everywher ...
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This horror-comedy features a chupacabra exterminator and a marine biology student who become unlikely allies while solving a monstrous murder. Ever since the Florida swamps went feral a few years back, Brad Marlin has been killing chupacabras. But on a standard house call for a student new to the area, things go horribly wrong. Brad’s coworker is murdered, and not, Brad suspects, by the standard sucker they’ve all gotten used to. A new monster is in their midst. But there’s more than one se ...
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Locked On Canes podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Miami Hurricanes. Hosted by Alex Donno, the Locked On Canes podcast provides your daily Hurricanes fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things Miami Hurricanes and the “U”. From the thunderous touchdowns at Hard Rock Stadium to the lightning-fast plays at the Watsco Center and everyw ...
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The stakes and emotions will be high when Billy Napier’s Gators and Mario Cristobal’s Hurricanes square off Saturday in the Swamp. The game matches once-proud programs in need of a strong start to pivotal seasons. Predictions, speculation and a long offseason will soon be over. During the latest Swamp Things, Mark and Edgar chop it up one last time…
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The Miami Hurricanes manhandled the Florida Gators 41-17 in their 2024 football opener. New starting quarterback Cam Ward dissected the defense, throwing for 385 yards with three touchdowns. Ward threw for the most yards of any Miami quarterback in their Hurricanes debut. Florida entered this game on a 33 game winning streak in home openers. Miami …
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Cam Ward threw for 321 yards and three touchdown passes in his Miami debut, leading the 19th ranked Hurricanes to a statement-making 41-17 road win over the Florida Gators. The blowout win put an emphatic end to the Gators' 33-game win streak in their home openers, dating all the way back to 1991. The 41 points put up by Miami is the most the Gator…
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen dives deep into the upcoming showdown between the Florida Gators and the Miami Hurricanes. With the game set to kick off this Saturday, Brandon breaks down the crucial keys to victory for the Gators. He explores the strategic adjustments and game plans that will be essential for Florida …
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Welcome to Week One of SEC Squad! 🎙️🏈 Join Chris Gordy from Locked On SEC as he brings together top voices from across the SEC to dive into all things college football! In this episode, we kick off the season with an in-depth roundtable discussion featuring hosts from: Locked On Gators Locked On Auburn Locked On Gamecocks Locked On Aggies Locked On…
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of ACC Squad, your ultimate roundtable podcast for all things Atlantic Coast Conference! Hosted by Alex Donno from Locked On ACC, this week’s episode dives deep into the season preview for ACC schools, featuring expert insights and predictions from the top Locked On hosts. Join us as we break down the key matchups, …
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The Miami Hurricanes will have roughly sixteen new players on the first and second string of their depth chart. Will new players at important positions like quarterback Cam Ward, running back Damien Martinez, safety Meesh Powell, receiver Sam Brown, defensive ends Tyler Baron and Elijah Alston, and defensive tackles Simeon Barrow, CJ Clark and Marl…
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen is joined by Alex Donno from Locked On Canes for an exciting crossover episode as the Florida Gators prepare to face off against the Miami Hurricanes this Saturday. Brandon and Alex dive deep into the highly anticipated matchup, providing a thorough analysis of what each team brings to t…
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Who will have the quarterback edge between Miami’s Cam Ward and Florida’s Graham Mertz? Mertz will be playing his second season with the Gators after transferring from Wisconsin in 2023. Ward will be making his Miami debut after starting the past two seasons for the Washington State Cougars. Ward packs more big-play upside, while Mertz has a histor…
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen dives into the freshly released depth chart for the Florida Gators as they gear up for their showdown against the Miami Hurricanes. Brandon provides a comprehensive analysis of the lineup, highlighting key positions and potential game-changers for the upcoming match. One of the most sign…
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Mario Cristobal is working to fix an area that failed Miami last season. Cristobal revealed in his weekly news conference that he has hired a time management coach to ensure they follow their process late in games. Last season, Miami neglected to take a knee to run out the clock against Georgia Tech. Cristobal did not reveal who the time management…
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In this latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen is gearing up for the exciting season opener as the Florida Gators prepare to face off against the Miami Hurricanes this Saturday. Brandon offers a detailed analysis of the anticipated depth chart for the Gators, breaking down how the team's lineup might look and which key players will …
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The Florida Gators have won their last 33 opening games at home in The Swamp. Can the Miami Hurricanes break that streak when they visit Gainesville this Saturday, August 31st? The Hurricanes are favored by about a field goal in the matchup. Miami’s transfer quarterback, Cam Ward, has performed well in the past on the road at tough environments lik…
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen provides a deep dive into the upcoming clash between the Florida Gators and the Miami Hurricanes. With both teams gearing up for their season opener, Olsen breaks down the critical factors that could determine the outcome of this high-stakes matchup. He examines key elements such as the …
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The ACC is already WIDE OPEN with defending champions Florida State losing in an upset to Georgia Tech in their season opener. The Seminoles’ vaunted defensive line failed to produce a sack. Transfer quarterback DJ Uiagalelei and his offensive line struggled. The Miami Hurricanes can learn several lessons from this game. You must be willing and abl…
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen breaks down the highly anticipated season opener between the Florida Gators and the Miami Hurricanes. As both teams prepare to clash this weekend, Olsen delves into what fans can expect from this exciting matchup. He analyzes key matchups, including the strengths and weaknesses of each t…
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen dives into the exciting news that blue-chip wide receiver Naeshaun Montgomery has officially committed to the Florida Gators, choosing them over powerhouse programs such as the LSU Tigers, Penn State Nittany Lions, Alabama Crimson Tide, and Florida State Seminoles. Olsen explores what Mo…
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Could the Miami Hurricanes really be a College Football Playoff team in 2024? 247Sports CFB analyst Josh Pate predicted the Hurricanes to win the ACC and qualify for the playoff as the 3-seed. ESPN’s Greg McElroy also penciled in Miami as the 3-seed. If the Hurricanes can qualify for the playoff in Mario Cristobal’s third year, would you consider t…
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In this latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen offers an in-depth position-by-position breakdown of the highly anticipated matchup between the Florida Gators and the Miami Hurricanes. With the game just around the corner, Olsen meticulously examines each key position group to assess how the Gators stack up against their rivals. He b…
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The Gators’ season-opening visit from Miami will begin to answer the questions swirling around coach Billy Napier and his program. Besides Napier, what players and assistants are on the spot? Is Miami the biggest game of a pivotal season? What has Napier done to impress and what does he have to do to survive? During the latest Swamp Things, Edgar a…
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The Miami Hurricanes have a handful of true freshmen surprises who continue to turn heads in practice. Can these players make an immediate impact? Cornerback OJ Frederique plays with physicality and is known for performing like an upperclassman. Frederique, running back Jordan Lyle, and defensive back Ryan Mack all played for St. Thomas Aquinas and…
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen delves into a key matchup that could shape the outcome of the upcoming game between the Florida Gators and the Miami Hurricanes: the quarterback duel. Olsen makes a compelling case that Florida Gators' quarterback Graham Mertz holds the edge over Miami Hurricanes' quarterback Cam Ward. H…
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The 2024 College Football Season is here and the ACC is in for an exciting season. The hosts of the Locked On Podcast Network break down everything you need to know before the season kicks off. Will it be the Clemson Tigers, Florida State Seminoles, Louisville Cardinals, Miami Hurricanes, NC State Wolfpack, North Carolina Tar Heels, Duke Blue Devil…
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The 2024 College Football Season is here and the SEC is in for an exciting season. The hosts of the Locked On Podcast Network break down everything you need to know before the season kicks off. Will Georgia get pushed by Alabama, Ole Miss or Texas? Who has College Football Playoff hopes? A full breakdown including the Alabama Crimson Tide, Arkansas…
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In this episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen delves into a critical aspect of the upcoming game against the Miami Hurricanes by focusing on their secondary, which has been identified as a significant weakness. Olsen provides a detailed analysis of how the Florida Gators can exploit this vulnerability to their advantage. He breaks down th…
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The Miami Hurricanes are looking to build championship level depth. Miami is expected to boast one of the top defensive lines and offensive lines in America. Freshman defensive tackle Justin Scott was recently named to the On3 Sports Preseason Freshman All-American Team. The running back room is well stocked with playmakers like Damien Martinez, Ma…
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen breaks down why the Florida Gators are poised to secure a victory over the Miami Hurricanes in their highly anticipated week one matchup. Olsen makes a compelling case for the Gators’ success, starting with the notable improvement of quarterback Graham Mertz, who, in his second year with…
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Miami Hurricanes running back commit Girard Pringle started his senior season of high school on a strong note. The Class of 2025 tailback fueled his Armwood HS team to a dominant victory over Miami Norland. Pringle rushed for well over 100 yards with 2 touchdowns and was named MVP of the game. The 8th rated running back in the class will be arrivin…
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Who has been the biggest surprise at Miami Hurricanes fall training camp so far? Redshirt sophomore safety Markeith Williams has led the team in interceptions and seems to be making a big jump prior to the 2024 season. Is Williams ready to lock down a starting safety job? Miami lost their top two safeties from last year - James Williams and Kam Kin…
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen delves into the highlights and insights from the Florida Gators' second scrimmage, shedding light on crucial developments as the team prepares for the upcoming season. Olsen focuses on the intriguing performance of Rod Kearney, who has been rotating between both guard spots with the star…
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Send us a Text Message. Miles tells the story of the deadly Moa that went extinct in 1445, but same say this giant flightless bird can still be found! Trey details the discovery of an an immaculately preserved Woolly rhinoceros. With Special Guest - Kaveh Taherian - Writer and illustrator of Mothman's Compendium of Southern California Cryptids, and…
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The Miami Hurricanes have just beaten rivals Florida State for the verbal commitment of four star safety Bryce Fitzgerald. The Miami Columbus standout seemed to be trending to FSU mid-week but the Hurricanes were able to make a strong surge. Fitzgerald is the 12th ranked safety in the Class of 2025 according to the 247Sports Composite rankings. Fit…
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The Miami Hurricanes have just FLIPPED three star defensive lineman Mykah Newton from the NC State Wolfpack. The Newberry, Florida standout visited Miami in late July and recently earned his Hurricanes offer. The opportunity to be coached by Pro Football Hall of Famer Jason Taylor weighed heavily on Newton, who ultimately decided joining the Hurric…
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In this exciting episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen dives into the latest and significant recruiting news as blue-chip legacy cornerback Ben Hanks Jr. has officially committed to the Florida Gators. This episode explores the impact of Hanks' decision to choose the Gators over strong competitors such as the Miami Hurricanes and Louisvil…
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen is joined by Alex Donno, the host of Locked On Canes, for a riveting discussion as the Florida Gators and Miami Hurricanes prepare to clash in their highly anticipated season opener in just two weeks. The episode dives deep into the intricacies of this rivalry matchup, examining the stak…
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Could the seat get hot this season for Billy Napier at Florida or Mario Cristobal at Miami? Which of these coaches and which of their teams needs the victory more when the Hurricanes and Gators go head to head week one? The reality of Mario Cristobal’s situation is that he was hired with the understanding that it could take more than two or three y…
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen delves into the intricate details of the Florida Gators' 2024 football schedule and sets the stage for what fans can realistically expect from the upcoming season. Olsen meticulously analyzes the Gators' opponents, breaking down key matchups and potential challenges that could shape the …
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Florida enters the final days of fall camp with competition at its highest level under Billy Napier. The Gators’ depth has helped them weather top tailback Montrell Johnson Jr.’s knee injury. The team’s leading rusher in 2022 and 2023 is on the mend, but will he be ready for Miami? Having more options also requires difficult decisions. Napier calls…
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen delves into the exciting developments surrounding the Florida Gators' 2025 recruiting class. As the Gators await pivotal commitment decisions from cornerback Ben Hanks Jr. and safety Bryce Fitzgerald, Olsen explores the potential impact these recruits could have on the program's future. …
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Is the National Media setting the bar too high when it comes to the Miami Hurricanes preseason hype? ESPN’s Paul Finebaum says the Hurricanes are underrated at number 19. Joel Klatt from Fox Sports, Josh Pate from 247Sports and JD PicKell from On3 Sports are all predicting the Hurricanes to go 11-1. Some Miami fans feel that the “offseason champs” …
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen dives into the crucial matchups that will define the Florida Gators' 2024 season. As the team gears up for a challenging schedule, Olsen examines which games will be the most telling for their success. He breaks down key contests that could make or break the Gators' season, analyzing fac…
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In recent years, the Miami Hurricanes have struggled to find signature wins in big games. Why should we believe 2024 will be any different? The Hurricanes will have an opportunity to win at The Swamp in Gainesville for the first time in 2002 when they open their season at the Gators. Florida has one of the toughest home environments in college foot…
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In this episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen delves into the exciting developments surrounding the Florida Gators' 2025 recruiting class. As the team eagerly awaits commitment decisions from key recruits, cornerback Ben Hanks Jr. and safety Bryce Fitzgerald are at the forefront of discussions. Olsen breaks down the potential impact these…
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If the Miami Hurricanes want to turn their College Football Playoff dream into a reality, they must clean up these critical statistics this season. The Hurricanes were 93rd in America in turnover margin at -0.3. Miami ranked 81st in America in penalties at a whopping 6.1 per game. They ranked 95th in penalty yards at 57 yards per game. If Miami can…
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In this latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen provides a detailed recap of the Florida Gators' first spring scrimmage, which took place on Saturday. Olsen delves into the significant news that emerged from the scrimmage, including a tough blow for the team with the injury of defensive lineman Jamari Lyons. Unfortunately, Lyons' inj…
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The Miami Hurricanes have completed their first scrimmage of training camp. Head coach Mario Cristobal said the day “belonged to the offense.” The offense was able to create air and separation. Cristobal said they converted a big third down early on and it sparked their momentum the rest of the way. The offensive line is reportedly doing very well.…
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The pads have come on and the physicality has increased at Miami Hurricanes training camp. Who have been the top performers? The Hurricanes will play their first scrimmage of camp on Saturday. Defensive lineman Akheem Mesidor, healthy again after missing most of last season, has been turning heads. Receivers Isaiah Horton and transfer Sam Brown hav…
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen tackles the intriguing matchup between the Florida Gators and the Miami Hurricanes as they gear up for their highly anticipated season opener. Olsen dives into the critical question of which team the first game of the season is more crucial for: the Florida Gators or the Miami Hurricanes…
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If the Miami Hurricanes make a push for a spot in the 2024 College Football Playoff, would it all fall on the shoulders of quarterback Cam Ward? A new ESPN Insiders article ranks Ward number eight on a list of top 25 most important players in the College Football Playoff race. They note that in so many seasons Miami has seemingly been an elite quar…
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In the latest episode of Locked On Gators, host Brandon Olsen delves into the promising future of the Florida Gators, highlighting how the team is strategically positioned for long-term success. Olsen examines the current and future talent across several key positions, including quarterback, wide receiver, offensive tackle, pass rusher, and outside…
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