Locked On Buffs - Daily Podcast on Colorado Football and Basketball
Locked On Buffs - Daily Podcast on Colorado Football and Basketball

Locked On Buffs - Daily Podcast on Colorado Football and Basketball

Locked On Podcast Network, Kevin Borba

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Locked On Buffs podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Colorado Buffaloes. Hosted by Kevin Borba of Athlon Sports, the Locked On Buffs podcast provides your daily Buffaloes fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things Colorado Buffaloes. From the charge of energy at Folsom Field to the heart-stopping triumphs at the CU Events Center, the Locked On Buffs podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside the Buffaloes’ locker room and the Big 12. The Locked On Buffs podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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WHOA: Deion Sanders Makes BOLD Promotion Decision
DEC 13, 2025
WHOA: Deion Sanders Makes BOLD Promotion Decision
Colorado head coach Deion Sanders decided to promote from within to replace Corey Phillips as the Director of Player Personnel. Host Kevin Borba dives into what this hire means for Colorado.
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WOW: Deion Sanders Loses KEY Recruiting Staffer |Colorado Buffaloes Podcast
DEC 11, 2025
WOW: Deion Sanders Loses KEY Recruiting Staffer |Colorado Buffaloes Podcast

Major shakeup in Boulder: Deion Sanders and Colorado lose director of player personnel Corey Phillips as he departs for the Memphis GM job. With Phillips’ exit after a high-risk, low-hit transfer portal class, Coach Prime faces the most pivotal off-field hire of his tenure—can Colorado finally find the right architect for roster construction as the transfer market heats up?

Kevin Borba dives deep into what Phillips’ departure means for the Buffs’ recruiting and portal strategy, how past misses on top transfer targets amplify the pressure to overhaul both on-field and off-field staff, and why the next personnel chief must master the art of roster building in college football’s new era. Sac State transfer portal chatter heats up as Kevin Borba names names: Which Sacramento State playmakers and key depth pieces could follow Brendan Marion to Boulder, and who actually fits Colorado’s desperate needs on offense and defense?

Plus, Shador Sanders’ toughest NFL test looms—a frigid road duel against the Bears. Kevin Borba breaks down what Sanders must show in harsh Chicago conditions and why his performance could shift both the Browns’ future and his own legacy.

With scholarship numbers dwindling, recruiting misses stacking up, and program identity in flux, can Coach Prime and Colorado turn adversity into an opportunity? Will the next portal maestro find more hits than misses—or will another painful reset be on deck?

 

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24 MIN
BIG 12 SQUAD - Why the Big Twelve SHOULD Have Two Teams in the CFP
DEC 11, 2025
BIG 12 SQUAD - Why the Big Twelve SHOULD Have Two Teams in the CFP
The Big 12 Conference has been nothing short of a whirlwind over the past week, marked by a major championship, postseason selection drama, and a groundbreaking business announcement that reinforces its "New Look" identity. 1. Championship and CFP Breakthrough The week started with the Big 12 Championship Game where Texas Tech defeated BYU in a commanding fashion (34-7). This victory propelled the Red Raiders to a 12-1 record, securing the Big 12's automatic bid to the expanded College Football Playoff. The subsequent CFP rankings confirmed Texas Tech as the No. 4 seed, earning them a crucial first-round bye straight to the Orange Bowl Quarterfinal—a massive statement for the restructured league. 2. Bowl and Political Fallout While the Big 12 celebrated Tech's CFP inclusion and the bowl selections for seven other teams, drama erupted over the bubble. Commissioner Brett Yormark publicly backed the CFP committee's decision, despite BYU's exclusion, and notably criticized Notre Dame's Athletic Director for his "egregious" outrage over the Irish being left out. This positioned the Big 12 as a stable, unified partner in the new CFP ecosystem, contrasting sharply with the ACC's turmoil. Adding to the controversy, the conference levied $500,000 fines on Iowa State and Kansas State for opting to skip bowl games, underscoring the conference's commitment to fulfilling its postseason obligations. 3. NFL Partnership Announcement Perhaps the most significant long-term news was the conference's announcement of a strategic partnership with the NFL. This collaboration aims to align the two organizations on everything from officiating development and emerging technology to global growth initiatives. This unprecedented move further showcases the Big 12's innovative, business-forward approach under Yormark, establishing a distinct brand identity separate from the traditionalist SEC/Big Ten dynamic.
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WOW: College Football Insider QUESTIONS if Brennan Marion and Deion Sanders Can Co-Exist
DEC 11, 2025
WOW: College Football Insider QUESTIONS if Brennan Marion and Deion Sanders Can Co-Exist
Brennan Marion’s arrival in Boulder as Colorado’s new offensive coordinator has insiders buzzing, but there is one who questions if he can break Deion Sanders' streak of firing coordinators. Host Kevin Borba dives into why he thinks Marion will be just fine with Coach Prime.
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HUGE: Deion Sanders Will Have 5 NEW Superstars Next Season Because of Brenann Marion
DEC 10, 2025
HUGE: Deion Sanders Will Have 5 NEW Superstars Next Season Because of Brenann Marion
Colorado Buffaloes fans, get ready for a seismic shift on offense as Brennan Marion brings his “Go Go” system to Boulder. Host Kevin Borba highlights the players who will benefit the most from his offense next season.
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