CFP SHIFTS?! Is the Impending Expanded Playoff Path DANGEROUS for Houston Cougars and Big 12 Legacy?

Houston Cougars set their sights on a College Football Playoff berth as sweeping playoff format changes loom. Could a 24-team CFP boost Houston’s chances, or will new criteria redefine what counts as success? Insights center on the Cougars’ Big 12 path, the potential loss of conference championship games, and what a top-24 finish would mean for the program’s rising ambitions.Boogie Johnson’s return energizes a stacked Houston receiver room, with Amare Thomas, Trent Walker, and koby Young competing for crucial reps. The conversation spotlights how these playmakers could impact Houston’s offense and why a marquee moment for Johnson might spark the Cougars this weekend. The discussion also explores the pivotal stakes of Big 12 matchups versus SEC foes, how transitive property influences CFP committee decisions, and why every inter-conference win matters for Houston’s playoff hopes. Will the Cougars capitalize on this shifting landscape?00:00 College Football Playoff ChangesDiscussion of Houston's playoff goals, CFP expansion possibilities, and how a 24-team playoff might reshape expectations.15:06 Boogie Johnson's ReturnInsights and excitement about Boogie Johnson playing again, analysis of the receiver room, and predictions for his impact.22:29 Big 12 Weekend ImplicationsExamination of key Big 12 matchups, rooting interests for Houston fans, and how conference results impact playoff perception.Become an everydayer! Subscribe to the Everydayer or All-Access tier of Locked On Coogs for even MORE Coogs! https://lockedoncoogs.supercast.com/Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!KALSHIFor a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get $10 when you trade $10.SupplyHouseVisit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H Five College for five percent off your first order.SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service.IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/COLLEGE ! #squarepodLARINECOGive Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE.OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.5-Hour ENERGYBring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelMake this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COMFANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.