The Sun Belt Conference faces a season of surprising twists, missed opportunities, and a race for bowl eligibility. Can Troy or Southern Miss seize the West Division championship, and will James Madison’s flawless record earn playoff consideration despite a challenging schedule landscape?

Dave Schultz breaks down the stakes, spotlighting teams like Coastal Carolina, Old Dominion, and App State battling for postseason spots.

Analysis covers pivotal coaching changes, quarterback performances from Braylon Braxton and J.J. Kohl, and the impact of key matchups like Marshall vs. Georgia Southern and Texas State vs. South Alabama.

With nine teams possibly going bowling and postseason futures in flux, could coaching moves — including Bob Chesney’s rumored jumps and Ricky Rahne’s prospects — reshape programs?

Tune in for bowl scenarios, game predictions, and Sun Belt’s outlook as the regular season wraps.

00:00 "Sun Belt Football Highlights"

03:37 Sun Belt Season Wrap-Up

12:08 Defensive Strategy and Adjustments

15:54 "Cajuns Shine, Eagles Struggle"

19:52 College Coaching Changes & Playoffs

20:41 "New Orleans Bowl Recap"

26:08 Texas State: Defensive Struggles Persist

29:01 "ODU's Preseason Favoritism"

31:14 Locked ON Sun Belt Weekend Recap

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Southern Miss’ defensive woes threaten their Sun Belt Championship dreams as they face Troy in a high-stakes showdown. Can the Golden Eagles regain their early-season edge and stop the ground assault that’s plagued them against Texas State and South Alabama?

Dave Schultz and Scott Watkins break down defensive mismatches, discuss Braylon Braxton’s injury status, and analyze how the 4-2-5 scheme may be Southern Miss’ undoing—unless key adjustments are made before the big game.

The conversation explores the evolving coaching landscape across Group of Five programs, the future of Charles Huff at Southern Miss, and what defines a successful season for the Golden Eagles.

Insightful takes on Power 4 coordinators stepping down to G5 head coaching roles and upcoming Sun Belt coaching shakeups add intrigue to this loaded Thanksgiving week episode. Will Southern Miss bounce back, or will Troy secure their place at the top?

00:00 "Locked On Sun Belt: Troy vs. Southern Miss"

05:42 Southern Miss Defensive Philosophy Insights

08:03 Southern Miss Adjustments Needed?

13:38 Mixed Reactions to Huff's Return

24:56 "Sun Belt Coach of the Year Debate"

27:41 Southern Miss vs. Troy Explained

32:04 "Coaching Dominoes Await Black Monday"

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James Madison Dukes face playoff roadblocks as the College Football Playoff committee continues to overlook top G5 contenders.

Is the system stacked against JMU and fellow Group of Five programs like Tulane and North Texas? Dave Schultz argues that despite James Madison’s stellar campaign and high AP poll ranking, the “big boys” have shut the door, favoring three-loss Power 5 teams and long-established programs over rising challengers.

Dave Schultz spotlights committee biases, a potential SEC–Big Ten breakaway championship, and the futility of a G5-only playoff.

Sun Belt bowl hopes heat up, with Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns, Texas State Bobcats, Marshall, AState, and App State all in the mix.

Plus, early Week 14 betting lines, quarterback questions, coaching carousel talk, and what G5 teams must do to gain respect in the eyes of college football’s powerbrokers.

Can James Madison rewrite the narrative, or are they destined to be left out again?

00:00 Arizona's Inconsistent Football Season

03:29 "Questioning Strength of Schedule"

06:39 Missed Chances and What-Ifs

14:16 College Sports Realignment Speculation

16:29 "Parity and Profit in NFL"

21:04 "Cajuns' Season Overview & Matchup"

22:29 Cajuns' Win and QB Debate

28:13 JMU vs Coastal Carolina Preview

29:51 Coaching Jobs and Salaries Debate

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