Could Alonza Barnett Be A top 5 BIG 12 QB | UCF Podcast

Could Alonza Barnett really crash the Top 5 Big 12 QB conversation in 2026… or is this just preseason hype with a shiny helmet? Could Alonza Barnett III become the Big 12’s next breakthrough quarterback? With UCF banking on a game-changing season, Mike G. and James Duncan compare Barnett to top returning QBs like Brendan Sorsby (Texas Tech), Bear Bachmeier (BYU), Devin Dampier (Utah), and Noah Fifita (Arizona), spotlighting why Barnett’s playoff pedigree and dual-threat explosiveness might give UCF its biggest upgrade under center in years. The hosts dissect quarterback movement across the Big 12, debate their top five signal-callers for 2026, and explore why Barnett could outshine the competition—including whether he outpaces established stars and brings UCF back to bowl contention. With insights on offensive fit, coaching changes like Scott Frost’s return, and the value of proven playoff experience, this fast-paced episode sets the stage for a must-watch QB race in the new Big 12 era. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  ROY    Download Roy for iOS or Android and enter referral code LOCKED ON and you’ll automatically be entered into a sweepstakes to win $5,000 cash. Visit JoinRoy.com for additional details. No purchase necessary, void where prohibited. Get off the sidelines and into the NIL game with Roy.  HIMS    Hims is changing men's healthcare by providing access to affordable sexual health treatments, all from the comfort of your home. Start your free online visit today at Hims.com/LOCKEDON for your personalized ED treatment options.  LinkedIn    These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Terms and conditions apply.  Gametime    Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.  FanDuel    You can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - guaranteed ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.