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EPISODE · Jun 29, 2026 · 57 MIN

SURGE: Texas A&M's Eric McFarland Decision is BIG for Rankings—Clemson, Ohio State & Notre Dame

from The Portal - Daily College Recruiting and NIL Podcast · host Locked On Podcast Network

Texas A&M lands elite wide receiver Eric McFarland, solidifying one of their most balanced recruiting classes ever and sending shockwaves through the college football landscape. Ohio State, Clemson, Texas, and Notre Dame also score game-changing commitments, reshuffling the national recruiting rankings. Will these powerhouse programs maintain momentum as flip season heats up and NIL strategies intensify? Brian Smith breaks down the strategic moves by Texas A&M, the surprise win by Ohio State for offensive lineman Cade Moss, and Clemson’s under-the-radar resurgence, including the commitment of Jayden Aparicio-Bailey. Key insights include Georgia’s uncharacteristic struggle for defensive back commitments, the evolving impact of new “five for five” eligibility rules–with Alabama already getting started–and which Big Ten and SEC teams are punching above their weight. Don’t miss this insider analysis on where elite prospects like Ismael Camara could land—and how these shifts will shape the race for college football supremacy. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join the community: https://theportal.supercast.com/ Support us by supporting our sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expire 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.

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Texas A&M lands elite wide receiver Eric McFarland, solidifying one of their most balanced recruiting classes ever and sending shockwaves through the college football landscape. Ohio State, Clemson, Texas, and Notre Dame also score game-changing...

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