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Locked On ACC - Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast

Locked On Podcast Network, Candace Cooper, Kenton Gibbs
Miami Hurricanes
College Football Playoff
ACC
Miami
Atlantic Coast Conference
Notre Dame
Virginia
Virginia Tech
Louisville
Transfer Portal
College Football
ACC Championship
Georgia Tech
NCAA
Darian Mensah
Duke Blue Devils
Duke
Indiana Hoosiers
James Franklin
Florida State University

Locked On ACC 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 Atlantic Coast Conference. Hosts Julian Council and Kenton Gibbs provide your daily ACC fix with expert opinions, local analysis, and coverage from Chestnut Hill, Coral Gables, Charlottesville, Chapel Hill and everywhere in between. The Locked On AC... more

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Wake Forest eyes another breakthrough ACC football season as quarterback Gio Lopez reunites with offensive coordinator Rob Ezell, sparking high hopes in Winston-Salem. Can Jake Dickert's squad sustain defensive dominance after a quiet 9-win campaign,... more

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Duke Blue Devils face mounting questions after Darian Mensah and Cooper Barkate's late exodus for the transfer portal shakes the reigning ACC champs. Can running back Nate Sheppard and tight end Jeremiah Hasley lead Manny Diaz’s squad back to bowl el... more

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NC State Wolfpack face skyrocketing expectations—can Dave Doern finally deliver that elusive ACC title run? Kenton Gibbs and Julian Council debate whether this season’s roster, including CJ Bailey and Duke Scott, has the firepower for a breakthrough,... more

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Miami Hurricanes enter the ACC football season as favorites, but can Darian Mensah and his squad finally get over the hump, or will Louisville, SMU, or Clemson crash the championship party? The ACC Squad debates which two teams will punch their ticke... more

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Recent Guests

Cristo Kelly
Starting center for North Carolina, UNC offensive lineman
University of North Carolina
Episode: HARMONIOUS? Miami’s ACC Media Day VIBE SHOCKS as Kenton Gibbs REVEALS SEC CHAOS
Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele
Starting quarterback
Cal Golden Bears
Episode: SLEEPER ALERT: Cal Golden Bears SHOCK ACC Projections with JKS Leading Charge
Tosh Lupoi
Cal head coach
Cal Golden Bears
Episode: SLEEPER ALERT: Cal Golden Bears SHOCK ACC Projections with JKS Leading Charge
PJ Williams
All-American tackle, SMU player
SMU Mustangs
Episode: PROTECT: SMU's PJ Williams Reveals How Texas Football Instilled His DRIVE to Protect Kevin Jennings
Drew Fabianich
Executive Director of the Senior Bowl
Senior Bowl
Episode: BRINGING HEAT: Georgia Tech's Brent Key SHAKES UP ACC Media Days, Calls Out Championship RIVALS
Darian Mensah
Former Duke Blue Devil, ACC media presence
Miami/Fake placeholder - represents Duke connection
Episode: ACC SQUAD - ACC Football New Tiebreakers REVEALED | How they impact the conference
Bill Connolly
ESPN analytics writer referenced in the opener
ESPN
Episode: PARITY PROBLEM: Miami Hurricanes LEAD, Clemson & ACC Teams BATTLE for Upset-Filled Season PREVIEW
Brad Crawford
CBS Sports analyst
CBS Sports
Episode: GUARANTEED: Miami Hurricanes & SMU Will REWRITE ACC History With Double Playoff BERTHS in 2026
Joe Echevarria
President of the University of Miami
University of Miami
Episode: BOMBSHELL: New Legislation Could STOP Florida State, Miami Hurricanes, Clemson from Leaving ACC?

Hosts

Julian Council
Host of Locked On ACC with deep knowledge of ACC football and basketball; frequent beat and program-level analysis.
Kenton Gibbs
Co-host; provides local analysis and opinions, often focusing on ACC teams and ground-level program insights.

Reviews

3.4 out of 5 stars from 138 ratings
  • Not Anymore

    Show was great with Donno and Gibbs. Was about as unbiased as a show can get when both hosts are fans. This new guy has a weird anti Miami bias. Anyways, back to watching Kenton on locked on Wolfpack and no more locked on ACC

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    1
    Josh2126
    United States20 days ago
  • Solid ACC Coverage

    I like how often the episodes are and have no complaints. I think Alex Dono is a good host. Of course fans of specific teams want more coverage but doesn’t deserve 3/5 stars. I think it’s a solid podcast.

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    Strength Trainer
    United States3 months ago
  • The show name is a lie

    Go ahead and rename this show already. No sense in keeping it “Locked on ACC”. Might as well just rename it to Locked on Hurricanes 2.0. Alex Donno is a Canes fan, cool. Stick to your team and find a balanced host for this show instead. Also, it’s currently March which means… you guessed it… MARCH MADNESS, and all this dufus talks about is Miami football in the middle of March. Give me a break. And the thing is, Miami is having a great bounce back year in basketball in Jai Lucas’ first season as... more

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    2
    FootballerPizza
    United States6 months ago
  • Time to Rename

    Seems like it’s time to rename this podcast “Clemson and Those Other Teams. In a 17 team conference to fixate this much on a single program is to narrow the audience. I rarely listen anymore. I scan the transcripts to see of other teams are mentioned and then move on. I’m sure that’s not what sponsors want.

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    1
    Math Teacher 24
    United Statesa year ago
  • Dumb loudmouths forced into my feed

    Every Friday, these morons are directed onto my feed via the locked on podcast of the school I listen for. The title lazily replaces "ACC" with "school" and then they literally never mention that specific school. It is incredibly annoying and you should be embarrassed by this tactic.

    Apple Podcasts
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    baboombaboom
    United Statesa year ago

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Audience feedback highlights the value of expert analysis combined with engaging, personality-driven delivery.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' knowledge and banter, with praise for insightful guests and strong on-air chemistry.
Some critiques note a perceived team bias or coverage gaps for smaller ACC programs, suggesting more balanced team coverage could broaden appeal.

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HARMONIOUS? Miami’s ACC Media Day VIBE SHOCKS as Kenton Gibbs REVEALS SEC CHAOS
Q: What does it mean to be able to have him for another season with you?
Mensah describes the value of having a trusted teammate and best friend on the same program, emphasizing how their relationship elevates their preparation and performance.
PARITY PROBLEM: Miami Hurricanes LEAD, Clemson & ACC Teams BATTLE for Upset-Filled Season PREVIEW
Q: What key questions are the hosts planning to ask at ACC Kickoff Media Days?
They plan to ask about Protect College Sports Act changes, realignment thresholds, and why Notre Dame would not count as a conference game, seeking clear positions from the Commissioner on these hot topics.
PARITY PROBLEM: Miami Hurricanes LEAD, Clemson & ACC Teams BATTLE for Upset-Filled Season PREVIEW
Q: What impact could Gary Patterson have as head of officiating based on past incidents?
While Patterson is seen as a knowledgeable official with long tenure, there is skepticism about reform effectiveness given the history of controversial calls, making supporters hopeful but cautious.
PARITY PROBLEM: Miami Hurricanes LEAD, Clemson & ACC Teams BATTLE for Upset-Filled Season PREVIEW
Q: How dominant is Clemson supposed to be this season according to SP Plus, and what does that imply for the rest of the ACC?
SP Plus shows Clemson as a top team but only narrowly ahead of other contenders, signaling a more balanced league where several programs could contend for the top spots rather than a single dominant team.
SLEEPER ALERT: Cal Golden Bears SHOCK ACC Projections with JKS Leading Charge
Q: How do we pronounce JKS's name?
The host confirms the pronunciation: Jaron Kaweawe Sagapolutele, emphasizing the importance of getting the name right for respect and clarity in the interview.

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Two daily episodes cover ACC football and basketball with rapid-fire news, analysis, and insider context from beat writers and hosts. The show emphasizes quarterback battles, conference realignment chatter, NIL and transfer portal dynamics, and strong team-by-team breakdowns across ACC programs, often blending banter with serious, data-informed takes. Noteworthy is the consistent guests' mix from players, coaches, and analysts, plus frequent cross-pollination with broader college football topics like playoff formats and media days. This makes it a practical listen for teams seeking candid industry perspectives and for sponsors looking to reach dedicated ACC fans with timely, opinionated content.

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1. Cristo Kelly
2. Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele
3. Tosh Lupoi
4. PJ Williams
5. Drew Fabianich
6. Darian Mensah
7. Bill Connolly
8. Brad Crawford

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