Big Ten powers gear up for a season of high stakes and sky-high expectations. Oregon’s fans are asking: Is this finally the year Dan Lanning leads the Ducks to a national championship? Ohio State faces questions about the Arthur Smith-led offense and Ryan Day’s fourth-quarter strategy, while USC and Washington both eye playoff runs amidst roster shakeups and the spotlight on Demond Williams’ development. The Big 10 Squad breaks down the top moments from the past decade, celebrate the network’s 10-year anniversary, and debate the biggest 2026 storylines for each program. From Chip Kelly’s bold play-calling and Jack Sawyer’s breakout performances for the Buckeyes to Washington’s Pac-12 dominance and USC’s championship-or-bust mentality, this conversation tackles coaching philosophies, high-impact transfers, and the relentless drive for a Big Ten crown.

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The Washington Huskies are turning up the heat on offensive line recruiting as key prospects like DaJohn Yarborough, Gecova Doyal, and Tye Kennedy headline a crucial official visit weekend after Rashaun Lavata'i wrapped up a mid-week visit. Can Jedd Fisch and offensive line coach Michael Switzer close on their top targets and assemble an elite class to anchor the Huskies in the Big Ten? Locked On Huskies host Roman Tomashoff tracks the latest buzz, including potential game-changing commitments from Censere Gaylord and Jaden Walk-Green to bolster the secondary.

With Athlon Sports projecting Washington to finish sixth in the Big Ten for 2026, is that good enough for the Huskies in Fisch's third season? Tomashoff examines whether rising stars like Kodi Greene, John Mills, Demond Williams Jr., and Dezmen Roebuck, a stout veteran defense, and special teams upgrades can elevate the Huskies beyond preseason expectations.

Don’t miss this fast-paced breakdown of roster strategy, depth-building, and the pressure to win key conference matchups for a College Football Playoff push.

00:00 — Intro

01:01 — Previewing a big offensive line recruiting weekend for Washington

04:26 — In-state recruiting: Four-star OL Gecova Doyal and Washington/Oregon battle

06:57 — Three-star OT Tye Kennedy's recruitment

10:20 — Censere Gaylord gets a crystal ball to Washington

14:00 — Checking on top targets: Four-star OT Rashaun Lavata'i & four-star S Jaden Walk-Green

21:52 — Expectations for the 2026 season: Is 9-3 good enough?

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Jedd Fisch and the Washington Huskies return over 25,000 snaps of experience, one of the top marks in the Big Ten, setting the stage for a breakout 2026 campaign behind a star-studded defense led by coordinator Ryan Walters. Can this blend of veteran leadership and emerging stars fuel a rise in the rankings? Locked On Huskies host Roman Tomashoff and Last Word On College Sports' Nick Lemkau spotlight Phil Steele’s top-25 secondary, headlined by Alex McLaughlin, Rahshawn Clark, Dylan Robinson, Emmanuel Karnley, and Rylon Dillard-Allen, and break down the impact of a loaded offensive line returning nearly 2,000 snaps.

Recruiting buzz intensifies as four-star OT Rashaun Lavata'i heads to Montlake for a mid-week official visit, and top-ranked punter Nolan Balke was a late addition to the weekend list of visitors. The hosts also analyze rising prospects like Josh Christensen and assess the depth chart’s future with insights on roster rotations, defensive versatility, and player development.

Are the Huskies poised to leap ahead in the Big Ten thanks to elite experience and a strong recruiting class?

00:00 Intro

01:28 Washington’s returning experience and snap count numbers for 2026

03:35 Impact and development of underclassmen and freshmen contributors

06:15 Offensive line’s returning production and expectations for 2026

08:43 Added depth across positions, transfer portal impact, and move to Phil Steele’s secondary unit rankings

11:14 Analysis of projected depth chart and key players in the secondary

22:01 Official visits: focus on four-star OT Rashawn Lavatai, DL recruiting, and special teams addition

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Take a moment to step back and relive the Washington Huskies' last decade of unforgettable moments as Roman Tomashoff and the Locked On Huskies podcast celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Locked On Podcast Network. From the electrifying 2016 Peach Bowl strike to Dante Pettis, Byron Murphy’s game-changing Pac-12 Championship pick-six in 2018, and Michael Penix Jr.’s legendary run at quarterback, the conversation spotlights the program’s most iconic plays, major recruiting wins, and emotional triumphs on the field.

Key highlights include the 2022 upset victory over Oregon in Eugene, the Sugar Bowl classic against Texas, and the program’s magical run to the national championship under Kalen DeBoer. The discussion explores Chris Petersen’s era, Jedd Fisch’s recruiting impact, and legendary performances from stars like John Ross, Jake Browning, Budda Baker, Myles Gaskin, and Rome Odunze. What defines a program’s legacy, single-game heroics or building a national contender?

Join the countdown and see where your favorite Huskies memories land on Roman Tomashoff's top-10 list.

00:00 Celebrating 10 years of the Locked On Podcast Network with unforgettable UW moments

01:15 2016 Peach Bowl vs. Alabama: Huskies strike first

03:11 Kodi Greene’s commitment flip from Oregon to Washington and its impact on modern recruiting

04:48 2018 Pac-12 Championship and significance of the Rose Bowl return

11:21 The pivotal month: Michael Penix Jr. and others return for 2023

14:01 2016 Pac-12 Championship and culmination of two playoff runs

22:56 Overcoming the odds in Eugene

26:00 A magical experience at the Sugar Bowl vs. Texas

29:00 Owning Oregon in 2023

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The Washington Huskies have set their sights on five-star recruits for the 2028 class, targeting talents like edge rusher Jalanie George and defensive lineman Landen Wade to elevate their defensive line to Big Ten powerhouse status. Can Jedd Fisch establish a recruiting pipeline in Arizona, while looking to secure top prospects like the nation's No. 1 linebacker Tahj Gray, the brother of four-star UW commit Chaz Gray, and in-state five-star tight end Tytan McNeal?

Locked On Huskies host Roman Tomashoff breaks down key developments, including crystal balls for wide receiver Osani Gayles to Alabama and defensive tackle Sam Lejeune to Florida State, and assesses how these shifts could impact the Huskies’ 2027 wide receiver and defensive line classes. Plus, the Huskies’ offensive line enters Phil Steele’s Top 25, but is a top-ten finish within reach this season for John Mills, Kodi Greene, Drew Azzopardi, and the rising unit?

Get the latest recruiting buzz, in-depth positional analysis, and find out which prospects could define Washington’s future.

00:00 Intro

01:16 Five-star EDGE Jelanie George is Washington's top 2028 target

03:47 Five-star defensive lineman Landen Wade

07:01 Five-star linebacker Tahj Gray, family connections, and early relationship building

08:56 Tight end Tytan McNeal

11:20 Shifts in 2027 recruiting: Osani Gayles and Sam LeJeune's recent crystal balls

18:04 Secondary recruiting updates: Kamil Loud, Censere Gaylord, and evaluation strategies

24:03 Phil Steele ranks Washington's offensive line among nation's top 25

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Jedd Fisch and the Washington Huskies are zeroing in on elite 2027 prospects as recruiting momentum surges with top targets like four-star wide receiver Osani Gayles and four-star cornerback Censere Gaylord from IMG Academy, who can elevate the Huskies’ future. Locked On Huskies host Roman Tomashoff breaks down the latest blue-chip commitments of Dontay Tyson and Tre Moore, the impact of Chaz Gray's addition to the defensive line, and key battles for standout recruits, including four-star defensive tackle Sam LeJeune.

The conversation spotlights Washington’s evolving defensive strategy under Ryan Walters, the pursuit of four-star safety Jaden Walk-Green, and how fresh talent like Evan Mack and Kamil Loud could reshape the Huskies’ secondary. Offensively, attention turns to the Joe Moore Award aspirations of John Mills and the revamped O-line anchored by Kodi Greene and Drew Azzopardi.

With hot competition for roster spots and ambitious postseason award buzz, can the Huskies turn recruiting wins into on-field dominance?

00:00: Intro

00:54: Washington surging in 4-star WR Osani Gayles’ recruitment

03:32: Analysis of secondary recruiting with focus on Censere Gaylord and defensive backfield needs

06:44: Defensive line recruiting: Sam Lejeune and class composition

10:11: Edge rusher and defensive line depth evaluations, recruiting shifts, and positional priorities

15:04: Secondary recruiting targets, updates, and youth movement philosophy

20:36: One Award Who Gets It?

26:30: Xe'ree Alexander for Butkus Award?

29:15: Joe Moore Award chances?

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Big Ten powers rally against Texas Tech over Brendan Sorsby’s controversial eligibility fight. As the Red Raiders attempt to play Sorsby despite NCAA regulations, Big Ten schools refuse all non-conference competition, igniting a heated debate about integrity, NIL chaos, and the role of judges in college football. Is this a Texas Tech scandal, an NCAA crisis, or a sign the sport is spinning out of control? The Locked On Big Ten Squad breaks down why Sorsby’s 9,000 betting violations set off a conference-wide backlash, if conferences—not the NCAA—hold the real power, and how coaches like Joey McGuire are stoking national outrage. Can streamlining rules, stricter enforcement, or a new governing body save the sport? Plus, get bold predictions as FanDuel sets Minnesota’s win total at 6.5—will the Golden Gophers beat expectations this season?

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The Washington Huskies climb to No. 15 in Stewart Mandel and The Athletic's preseason college football rankings, can Jedd Fisch, Demond Williams Jr., and a revamped defense deliver a breakout season in the Big Ten? Locked On Huskies host Roman Tomashoff and Last Word On College Sports' Nick Lemkau break down the ranking, examining the Huskies’ standing among the Big Ten’s elite and the key returning talent driving preseason buzz. With marquee matchups against USC, Ohio State, and Oregon looming, Washington’s big-game credentials will face an early test.

Spotlight shines on the Huskies’ intimidating run defense, the leadership of the linebacker corps behind Xe'ree Alexander, Jacob Manu, and Zaydrius Rainey-Sale, and how transfer portal additions like Emmanuel Karnley could shape the secondary. The offensive line’s strength behind John Mills and Kodi Greene and the recruitment of emerging prospects such as four-stars Rashaun Lavata'i and DaJohn Yarborough ramp up, while serious questions swirl around the running back rotation’s depth. Can Fisch’s recruiting strategy and Ryan Walters’ defensive scheme propel Washington into playoff contention?

Get the inside track on Washington’s journey through a pivotal season.

00:00: Intro

01:24: Stewart Mandel ranks Washington at No. 15 in The Athletic's Top 25

03:06: Washington’s defensive strengths, returning talent, schedule challenges

05:40: Importance of big games and Demond Williams’ role as quarterback

10:03: Defensive expectations, cornerback/safety analysis, Ryan Walters’ impact

16:34: Running back room depth and injury situation; offensive line stability

22:01: Offensive line recruiting: prospects Rashaun Lavata'i, DaJohn Yarborough, Gecova Doyal

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