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The Portal - Daily College Recruiting and NIL Podcast

Locked On Podcast Network, Brian Smith

The Portal is hosted by Brian Smith as he takes you through the biggest college football stories, College football recruiting, transfer portal, and NIL. Tune in for daily insights that will have impact at the local and national level. Brian Smith, a life-long recruiting fanatic, will break down the latest college football recruiting rankings, intel, commitments, evaluations from 7-on-7 and camps, and what’s next from coast to coast. He will be on the road covering what matters. That’s why Locked On

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00:11:17

RECRUITING BLITZ: Alabama, Notre Dame, Louisville,...

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2025/07/24

Alabama adds a 2026 quarterback commitment, while Notre Dame expects a 2027 quarterback to join the fold. Louisville, Texas Tech, and Virginia add prospects, too.Additionally, NIL collectives will be able to operate without the money they pay players counting against the 20.5 million House Settlement cap. What changed?On X @LO_ThePortal TikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account,

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00:27:15

TRENDING: Ole Miss Recruiting Expected To BOOM

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2025/07/23

Ole Miss recruiting will see marked improvement with NIL collectives being able to operate on their own, as defined within this podcast. Look for the Rebels to score big, and soon.Lane Kiffin and the Rebels are expected to be highly competitive in the SEC this season. What about other SEC teams, including Oklahoma, a team Ole Miss travels to play in Norman, Okla.? Full discussion right here.On X @LO_ThePortal TikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is

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00:28:32

Notre Dame & Alabama Recruit ELITE OL, Miami's Rise

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2025/07/22

Notre Dame & Alabama lead the way with offensive line recruiting, with Georgia, Miami, and Clemson not far behind. What sets this group up for success?Other traditional powers are trying to regain offensive line recruiting balance, like USC, Florida and Florida State. Plus, LSU lost multiple offensive tackles to the NFL Draft a year early. That’s tough to overcome.On X @LO_ThePortal TikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime

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00:26:14

RECRUITING BLITZ: Derrek Cooper Commits, Recruiting...

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2025/07/21

The Texas Longhorns swooped in to land Derrek Cooper away from the Miami Hurricanes. Today’s discussion starts with Cooper’s upside and what his decision means for the recruiting rankings.Speaking of, the team recruiting rankings are shaping up. It’s the usual suspects in the top 20. Expect them to be making College Football Playoff runs.Presenting the latest commitments, with Georgia, Ohio State, Auburn, Washington, South Carolina, and Ole Miss among them.On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok

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00:28:35

CFB TITLE CONTENDER: Notre Dame's CJ Carr Holds Key,...

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2025/07/20

Could Notre Dame win the 2025 national championship? Yes, it’s definitely possible. Led by Marcus Freeman, the Fighting Irish possess a talented roster without any glaring concerns. Recruiting elite high school football recruits, year after year, is Notre Dame’s recipe. There are more talented freshmen coming to play with Heisman contender Jeremiyah Love, and All-American candidates like Leonard Moore and Jayden Greathouse. This podcast also defines the hidden factor for the Irish having a great

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00:19:00

B10's Impact Freshmen Includes Bryce Underwood &...

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2025/07/19

The Big 10’s impact true freshmen are special recruits, but this list is more than just about top talent. It’s about opportunity and maturity.Sure, Michigan’s Bryce Underwood made the list. No surprise. Several of the other recruits donning this top 10 will be new names for many listening or watching this podcast. I explain why, here on The Portal. On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the

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00:15:45

RECRUITING BLITZ: Texas, BYU, Georgia, Texas A&M &...

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2025/07/17

Texas added two big-time commitments, and another could be headed to Austin. BYU’s recruiting class is one of its best ever. Congratulations to Kilani Sitake and his staff for a great job.Georgia, Texas A&M, Michigan, South Carolina, West Virginia, North Carolina and more commitments to discuss as well.On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code

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00:30:18

Oklahoma's Recruiting Struggles, Bowe Bentley & 2025...

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2025/07/17

Oklahoma missed out on several in-state recruiting targets, but was it by choice. If yes, why? The Sooners have one of the nation’s top quarterback commitments with Bowe Bentley.Brent Venables is on the hot seat and facing a tough 2025 schedule. The Sooner faithful still hold high expectations. Does Oklahoma, with quarterback John Mateer, rebound in 2025?On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download

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00:31:07

Arizona State's Recruiting Is Solid, But In-State...

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2025/07/16

Arizona State’s recruiting should be doing far better than its current commitment list after coming off a College Football Playoff run. Why are the Sun Devils residing at No. 40 in 247 Sports recruiting rankings?While Jake Fette is a top-notch quarterback, and ASU possesses quality recruits, there are not enough elite prospects committed. Plus, ASU does not have a single one of Arizona’s top-10 recruits committed. It’s puzzling.The good news, Arizona State’s 2025 season could be special once again

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00:25:56

BEAR DOWN: Baylor's DOMINANT Recruiting Run

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2025/07/15

The Baylor Bears added three big-time recruits this past weekend. It was the best recruiting of any college football program.With Sawyer Robertson leading Baylor this fall, the season could be even better than the recruiting class. This podcast defines why Baylor has a great chance to win the Big 12.On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON

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00:28:28

BEST BETS: Penn State's Possible Recruiting Flips

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2025/07/14

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00:18:11

RECRUITING BLITZ: Notre Dame, Colorado, Clemson,...

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2025/07/14

Notre Dame added to what could be the nation’s #1 defensive back class, coach Prime and Colorado added two recruits, as did Kirby Smart and Georgia, and Clemson won a big-time battle for an Atlanta recruit.Baylor’s massive recruiting wins need to be discussed. Oklahoma State, Louisville, Tennessee, Florida, LSU, Texas, Ole Miss, Auburn, UCLA, and more commitments to discuss on during the Recruiting Blitz.On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's

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00:14:10

RECRUITING BLITZ: Florida State, Notre Dame, Texas,...

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2025/07/10

The college football top-10 recruiting rankings will have major movement with several decisions being made in the next few days. Watch out for Florida State, Notre Dame, Texas, and Oregon are a few of the schools to watch.Who’s left to make those big announcements? Prospects like Nick Reddish, Kaiden Prothro, KJ Ford, Heze Kent, Jordan Clay, Wilson Zierer, and Samari Matthews will impact the rankings.On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's

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00:27:35

CONFLICTED: Ole Miss Has HUGE Recruiting Highs & Lows

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2025/07/10

Ole Miss adds another top out-of-state football recruit, with Jett Goldsberry joining Lane Kiffin’s roster. Which position(s) Goldsberry will play and why he’s such a valuable recruit are defined on this podcast.The bad news: Ole Miss’s in-state recruiting is bad; really bad. What’s going on in Oxford?On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code

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00:28:26

LOSING RECRUITS: Penn State MISSES Hurt, Still A Top...

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2025/07/09

Penn State’s brutal recruiting stretch included losing four recruits to Notre Dame like Joey O’Brien and Khary Adams, plus Michigan beat them for Carter Meadows and Dorian Barney. Despite those losses, the Nittany Lions have a really good class.Kevin Brown is one of the nation’s best offensive line recruits, Matt Sieg is a top-notch safety, and running back Messiah Mickens is considered among the best nationally. What’s next for Penn State to finish off the recruiting class?On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok

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00:26:41

QUARTERBACK DRAMA: Brigham Young Loses Jake Retzlaff,...

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2025/07/08

BYU loses quarterback Jake Retzlaff due to off-the-field issues, and now head coach Kalani Sitake must adjust on the fly. BYU’s 2025 season is at a crossroads, but is everything lost with Retzlaff gone?BYU’s quarterback future looks bright with 5-star recruit Ryder Lyons committed. A prospect overview and why he’s even better in person than on film.Finally, how the Cougars can best use their NIL to help Lyons and the football team take that next step and reach the College Football Playoff.On X

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00:16:51

NIL VETO: Clearinghouse DENIES Texas Tech Booster?

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2025/07/08

Texas Tech’s massive NIL spending will be hitting a brick wall on August 1 when the NIL Clearinghouse, using software referred to as NIL Go, sees how the Red Raiders are structuring NIL deals for football recruits. They are not alone, mind you, but are a great case study and baseline to explain why during this podcast. While a complex overall issue, it will be defined in layman’s terms and done so quickly.Auburn has been one of the schools taking a different approach with the new NIL rules. The

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00:22:29

Oklahoma Recruiting Falls Behind, 2025 Record Prediction

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2025/07/07

It’s a make-or-break year for the Oklahoma Sooners on the recruiting trail & with their 2025 schedule. Will Brent Venables get it done?The Oklahoma Sooners have the No. 42 recruiting class, as of July 7. Further, the Sooners do not have an in-state commitment. That’s a circumstance that needs examining. The good news lies with another strong group of defensive line recruits and the future of the program being quarterback Bowe Bentley.As for the schedule, I break down one of the nation’s most

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00:27:44

TOP RATED: Notre Dame Seeks #1 Ranked Recruiting Class

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2025/07/06

Notre Dame added three wide receiver recruits – Brayden Robinson, Devin Fitzgerald and Kaydon Finley – from Friday through Sunday. Combined, Notre Dame has five wide receiver commitments, a position it needed more talent and numbers. It’s more than numbers, as defined during this podcast.The Fighting Irish reached a commitment total of 25, with top prospects still on the board. Notre Dame has a legitimate chance to sign the nation’s best overall recruiting class.On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok

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00:16:43

STUNNING! Syracuse SHOCKS Recruiting World, Adds...

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2025/07/06

Syracuse football added 5-star Calvin Russell, one of the nation’s most coveted wide receiver recruits. Being from Miami (Fla.) Northwestern, Fran Brown’s staff also sent a message of being able to recruit any top Florida football recruit and winning.Where does Syracuse football recruiting stand and what’s next for the Orange? I have some predictions.On X @LO_ThePortalTikTok @lockedontheportalSupport us by supporting our sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the

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