SPOTLIGHT: Indiana Hoosiers CHALLENGE Past Notions--Josh Hoover Makes Curt Cignetti's Team #1

Indiana should go into the 2026 season as the preseason #1 team in college football after landing QB Josh Hoover out of the portal from TCU. Plus, Curt Cignetti still has the best staff in the country. On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and 'Locked On Bama' host Luke Robinson discuss the Crimson Tide's ongoing QB battle in Tuscaloosa. Does Austin Mack have a built-in advantage over Keelon Russell? Colorado enters 2026 with some pressure on Deion Sanders to win, aided by new OC Brennan Marion. 'Locked On Buffs' host Kevin Borba shares thoughts on his conversation with Colorado's new playcaller. 05:42 Hoover’s Potential and Playoff Expectations 06:44 "Josh Hoover Stands Out 17:34 Alabama QB Battle Breakdown 22:32 Patience Pays Off in Football 28:34 Deion Sanders & Colorado's Future 30:35 Coach Criticized for Job Success 33:45 Utah, BYU, Colorado Coaching Outlook JOIN THE LOCKED ON EVERYDAYER CLUB https://lockedoncollegefootball.supercast.com/ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Have your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at https://5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon. Mazda Like our players, we’re driven by the details. Highlights make the reel. But the work behind them makes it count.
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