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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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00:25:06

GREATEST? Indiana Football’s National Title and the...

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2026/01/21

Indiana Hoosiers shock the college football world, capturing the College Football Playoff National Championship with a perfect 16-0 record. Can Curt Cignetti’s underdog squad be crowned the greatest team in college football history? Jacob Goins and Brian Smith debate Indiana’s unprecedented rise, dissect their dominant win over Miami, and spotlight the clutch block punt that sealed their title run.Key analysis centers on Indiana’s breakthrough Transfer Portal strategy, the impact of overlooked

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00:22:36

COMMITMENT! Auburn Adds Trae Proctor, Adryan Cole &...

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2026/01/20

The Auburn Tigers secure a versatile weapon with the commitment of Trae “Tank” Proctor, igniting early excitement for Alex Golesh’s recruiting strategy. Proctor’s dynamic skill set at tight end promises to disrupt defensive schemes, while Golesh’s aggressive approach lands Auburn on the radar for elite prospects across the Southeast.Brian Smith and Zac Blackerby spotlight standout recruits including safety Adryan Cole, wide receivers Jamarin Simmons and Keyon Standifer, and athlete Tae Walden,

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00:28:16

COASTLINE STARS: Battle Miami Showcases ELITE...

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2026/01/20

Coastline Stars is an elite 7-on-7 program with recruits coveted by the likes of Ohio State, Georgia, Notre Dame, and LSU. Top prospects like Adryan Cole, Teddy Jarrard, Miguel Whitley, Jamarin Simmons, Bryce Woods, and BJ Allen are but a few of the top names. Coles’ imposing frame and instinctual play lead a loaded defensive class, while dynamic receivers Jamarin Simmons and Keyon Standifer rack up touchdowns, leaving recruiting analysts like Tom Loy and Andrew Ivins buzzing.Brian Smith uncovers

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00:30:02

BLUEPRINT: Indiana BEATING Miami Via Transfers...

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2026/01/20

Indiana Hoosiers shock college football by clinching a national championship with fewer than 10 four-star players, toppling the Miami Hurricanes 27-21. Can underdogs rewrite the recruiting playbook? Brian Smith breaks down Curt Signetti's masterful coaching, standout Portal additions like Fernando Mendoza and Pat Coogan, and how player evaluation, scheme, and culture outclassed Miami's NFL-laden roster.Analysis spotlights Indiana’s physical run defense, strategic Portal pickups from James Madison,

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00:46:02

TEAM TRANSFER RANKINGS: Who's #1? Ole Miss, LSU, Ohio...

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2026/01/19

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00:21:47

ALERT: Why Top Defensive Tackles Francis Brewu,...

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2026/01/14

Defensive tackles now command massive NIL deals as programs scramble for dominance in the trenches. James Smith’s transfer from Alabama to Ohio State, Francis Brewu’s arrival at Notre Dame, and Oregon’s deep rotation taking a hit with Terrance Green and Tionne Gray hitting the Portal signal a high-stakes arms race for elite defensive linemen. Can your team really compete for a College Football Playoff spot without winning at defensive tackle?Brian Smith breaks down the transfer portal landscape,

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00:29:16

TRANSFORMATION: Oregon Ducks TRUST Dylan Raiola,...

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2026/01/14

The Oregon Ducks face a seismic quarterback shift as Dylan Raiola transfers in, and speculation swirls around Dante Moore’s NFL Draft decision. How will these high-profile moves redefine Oregon’s championship ambitions? Brian Smith and Spencer McLaughlin break down quarterback dynamics, Raiola’s recovery from injury, and why Moore’s return could be the key to a national title run.Roster transformation dominates the discussion, with over 20 Ducks entering the Portal and seven defensive linemen

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00:29:44

UNSTOPPABLE: Pete Golding and Trinidad Chambliss...

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2026/01/14

Pete Golding redefines Ole Miss Rebels football, positioning the program as a true long-term SEC contender. Can Ole Miss seize the moment as star quarterback Trinidad Chambliss’s waiver decision looms, with Deuce Knight waiting in the wings? The Rebels dominate the Transfer Portal with top-tier additions—including Jay Crawford, Joenel Aguero, Maichai Boireau, and Carius Curne—sparking questions about just how high this retooled roster can climb.Brian Smith and Steven Willis break down the Rebels’

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00:32:27

BREAKTHROUGH: Notre Dame STRIKES with Quincy Porter...

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2026/01/13

Notre Dame surges in the Transfer Portal with four key pickups, including a blockbuster addition of 5-star wide receiver Quincy Porter from Ohio State. Can this momentum push the Fighting Irish into the national title conversation? Brian Smith breaks down the ripple effects of Porter’s arrival, edge rusher Keon Keeley’s fit, and the defensive upgrades with D.J. McKinney and rising star Jayden Sanders. The conversation explores how chemistry, positional needs, and Portal risks could shape Notre

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00:12:33

BREAKTHROUGH: LSU Transforms Into Playoff CONTENDER...

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2026/01/13

The LSU Tigers surge into playoff contention as Sam Leavitt arrives, bringing dual-threat prowess and championship experience to Baton Rouge. Can Lane Kiffin’s innovative offensive schemes and Levitt’s gritty play put LSU atop the SEC passing charts in 2026? With explosive transfer receivers like Roman Mothershed, Tre’ Brown III, Jayce Brown, Eugene Wilson III, and Jackson Harris joining a maturing offensive line, this Tigers offense is built for fireworks.Brian Smith breaks down how Leavitt’s fit

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00:26:07

QB DECISIONS: Ole Miss BETS BIG on Deuce Knight, DJ...

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2026/01/12

Quarterback shakeups send shockwaves through college football as Deuce Knight heads to Ole Miss, DJ Lagway lands at Baylor, and Dylan Raiola joins Oregon in pursuit of playoff glory. Will Sam Leavitt’s move to LSU tip the balance in the SEC, and can Miami or Tennessee pivot to land a game-changing QB before the Portal closes?Brian Smith breaks down the explosive Transfer Portal action, spotlighting Cam Coleman’s record-setting $4 million deal with the Texas Longhorns. Key discussions include team

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00:28:33

MISSING PIECE: Indiana Hoosiers' Transfer Portal...

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2026/01/12

The Indiana Hoosiers' search for elite offensive line talent hits a roadblock, raising questions about their championship aspirations despite a dominant playoff run. Can Curt Cignetti’s squad fill critical offensive line roster gaps via the Transfer Portal, or will IU’s 2026 offensive line likely be a downgrade from 2025?Jacob Goins and Brian Smith break down Indiana’s aggressive Transfer Portal activity, discuss high-profile recruiting wins from Ohio and Kentucky, and debate the impact of NIL on

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00:13:43

RISKY: Lane Kiffin's Demond Williams GAMBLE Could...

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2026/01/10

LSU risk falling behind as Sam Levitt’s transfer portal saga heats up—can Lane Kiffin recover after a high-profile recruiting misstep? With Levitt’s Lisfranc injury complicating matters, and NIL money at play, the Tigers, Miami Hurricanes, and Tennessee Volunteers face a fierce battle for a quarterback who might miss spring ball. Who will land the game-changer, and which fan base will be left questioning their coach's next move?Brian Smith breaks down Miami’s approach under Mario Cristobal,

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00:40:46

DEFENSIVE DOMINANCE: Florida State's Desir Twins HIT...

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2026/01/09

Elite defensive linemen talent hit the Transfer Portal like Former Florida State Seminoles Mandrell and Darryll Desir, plus former Alabama Crimson Tide defensive linemen James Smith, Qua Russaw, and Keon Keeley. Which programs will secure the trenches and set themselves up for immediate College Football Playoff contention? Brian Smith spotlights Ohio State, Notre Dame, LSU, Georgia, and more, unpacking the strategic bidding war for edge rushers and tackles and the role NIL money plays in these

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00:29:30

DEAL-BREAKER: Why CONSEQUENCES Must Be ENFORCED For...

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2026/01/08

Demond Williams’ potential transfer to LSU threatens to upend the college football landscape—do player contracts and NIL agreements still hold any power? With millions and conference races at stake, college football fans and boosters face tough ethical questions as roster stability hangs in the balance.Brian Smith scrutinizes the growing chaos surrounding NIL deals, transfer windows, and LSU head coach Lane Kiffin’s alleged tampering with top prospects like Williams. The debate intensifies as power

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00:28:10

DEAL-BREAKER: Why CONSEQUENCES Must Be ENFORCED For...

The Portal - Daily College Recruiting and NIL Podcast ·

2026/01/08

Demond Williams’ potential transfer to LSU threatens to upend the college football landscape—do player contracts and NIL agreements still hold any power? With millions and conference races at stake, college football fans and boosters face tough ethical questions as roster stability hangs in the balance.Brian Smith scrutinizes the growing chaos surrounding NIL deals, transfer windows, and LSU head coach Lane Kiffin’s alleged tampering with top prospects like Williams. The debate intensifies as power

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00:25:21

TRANSFER TAKEOVER: Oklahoma and Wisconsin Add PRIME...

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2026/01/07

Oklahoma, Wisconsin, and LSU make bold moves in the college football transfer portal, setting the stage for dramatic roster upgrades and title ambitions. Is Oklahoma’s aggressive portal strategy the ticket back to playoff contention? Jaylon Domingeaux (Wisconsin), Javan Robinson (Wisconsin), Trell Harris (Oklahoma), and Kenny Ozawalu (Oklahoma) headline impactful new additions.Brian Smith highlights recruiting trends, NIL investments, and fan anxieties at Miami and Notre Dame, urging patience in a

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00:43:00

TRANSFORMATION: Wisconsin's NIL CHANGES With Transfer...

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2026/01/07

The Wisconsin Badgers shake up the college football landscape with a top-five Transfer Portal class. Quarterback Colton Joseph headlines major roster upgrades, as the Badgers outmaneuver SEC and ACC rivals for elite talent. Could Wisconsin’s aggressive spending finally silence the critics and propel the team back into national contention?Ryan Harings and Brian Smith break down impact additions at quarterback, cornerback, center, and running back, including Abu Sama and Javan Robinson. The episode

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00:40:00

MARKET SHOCK: Texas Tech SPENDS BIG to LAND Brendan...

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2026/01/06

The $5 million quarterback is here—Texas Tech resets the NIL market with the blockbuster addition of Brendan Sorsby. Should LSU covet Sam Leavitt despite health concerns?Brian Smith breaks down why spending big on transfer quarterbacks like Texas Tech is doing with Sorsby, as well as Wisconsin with Colton Joseph, show the aptitude necessary to win at the Power 4 level. The podcast explores key fits like Ashton Daniels to Florida State, Nebraska’s gamble on Kenny Menchy (although Kentucky is trying

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00:32:50

PORTAL SURGE: Penn State Transfer ADDITIONS—Rocco...

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2026/01/06

Penn State football shakes up the Transfer Portal, landing impact starters like quarterback Rocco Becht and wide receiver Chase Sowell, while also facing tough departures in the defensive front seven. Can Matt Campbell’s new regime maintain momentum with over 30 expected additions and key Iowa State transfers leading the charge? Quarterback depth, dynamic running backs, and versatile tight ends headline the offensive rebuild, but questions remain about defensive tackle depth.Zach Seyko and Portal

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