Locked On Irish - Daily Podcast On Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football & Basketball
421 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsLocked On Irish is a daily podcast covering Notre Dame athletics, hosted by Tyler Wojciak. Tyler is a proud Notre Dame alum and producer for the biggest college football personalities at the Fox Sports headquarters in Los Angeles, California. Locked On Irish features a rotating cast of guests, including the top reporters on the Notre Dame beat, national analysts, and former players to provide you with unique and engaging perspectives on the Fighting Irish. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your team, every day.
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Most important developments from Notre Dame’s spring practice thus far
April 10, 2024 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.8 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish are past the halfway point of spring practice, and there several important developments occurring that could shape the 2024 season for the Irish. Tyler Wojciak discusses which players are emerging, how the scheme is changing, and which positions need to step up in the second half of spring practice. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instag...
Mailbag! Most important prospects in ’25, 11-win expectations, and loudest experience in Notre Dame stadium
April 05, 2024 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.8 MBTyler Wojciak answers questions from listeners in this week’s mailbag episode about recruiting, season win total expectations, and more! Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors...
Inside Marcus Freeman's unique recruiting strategy at Notre Dame: 'They’ve changed college football!'
April 04, 2024 07:00 - 24 minutes - 23.5 MBMarcus Freeman and the Notre Dame football program are in the midst of a huge recruiting week with over a dozen top prospects on campus for visits. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Locked On recruiting insider Brian Smith to discuss Notre Dame’s chances at landing their top QB prospect in the class of 2026, plus, they do a deep dive on the other recruits on campus and describe how Marcus Freeman’s recruiting strategy has changed the landscape of college football. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https...
Notre Dame football spring practice update with Luke Smith: Injury updates, transfer portal movement, and more!
April 03, 2024 07:00 - 35 minutes - 33.1 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish are about halfway through spring practice, and there have already been some key developments that could shape their 2024 season. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Luke Smith to discuss Clarence Lewis’ decision to transfer, the latest news surrounding Benjamin Morrison & Riley Leonard, positive signs from spring practice, transfer portal needs, and more! Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/...
Bracket Breakdown: Final Four: UConn, Purdue, Alabama or N.C State?
April 02, 2024 16:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBThe Final Four is set and the NCAA Tournament field is down to the UConn Huskies, the Alabama Crimson Tide, the Purdue Boilermakers, and the NC State Wolfpack. Join the Locked On College Basketball experts as they preview the Final Four teams entering the weekend. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Nissan Our friends at Nissan have a lineup of SUV’s with the capabilities to take your adventure to the next level. Take the Nissan Rogue, Nissan Pathfinder, or Nissan Armada and go find you...
Irish land commitment from 4-star LB over Ohio State & Alabama, Clarence Lewis & Carey Booth enter transfer portal
April 02, 2024 07:00 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MBHead Coach Marcus Freeman and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish secured a big win on the recruiting trail over the weekend, when 4-star LB Anthony Sacca committed to the Irish over Ohio State and Alabama. Tyler Wojciak reacts to the commitment and discusses Sacco’s fit in the class of 2025. Tyler also shares his thoughts on Clarence Lewis’ decision to enter the transfer portal in football, as well as Carey Booth’s decision to enter the transfer portal in men’s basketball. Follow Tyler on Twi...
Notre Dame Men’s Basketball Season in Review with Tom Noie
March 28, 2024 07:00 - 35 minutes - 33.1 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish men’s basketball team completed their first season under head coach Micah Shrewsberry, and now he and his staff are hard at work preparing the Irish for next season. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Notre Dame men’s basketball beat writer Tom Noie of the South Bend Tribune to reflect on this past season, and discuss what lies ahead for the Irish. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Locke...
Notre Dame star CB Benjamin Morrison undergoes shoulder surgery: Could this have a big impact on the Irish?
March 27, 2024 07:00 - 28 minutes - 27.1 MBNotre Dame star CB Benjamin Morrison underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder Monday, which will sideline him for the rest of practice but Morrison is expected to return for the 2024 football season. Tyler Wojciak discusses the significance of the injury and how it will impact the Notre Dame secondary next season. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram...
Riley Leonard likely out for spring after second ankle surgery: How will this impact Notre Dame’s QB room?
March 26, 2024 07:00 - 26 minutes - 25.5 MBNotre Dame QB Riley Leonard will be out the next few weeks of spring practice due to a second surgical procedure on his ankle, head coach Marcus Freeman said in a press conference on Saturday. Tyler Wojciak discusses what this means for Riley Leonard and the future of the Notre Dame QB room. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedo...
Mailbag! Notre Dame football players impress at Pro Day, plus biggest transfer portal questions
March 22, 2024 07:00 - 27 minutes - 26.3 MBNotre Dame had over a dozen former players participate in Pro Day, and there were several standouts. Tyler Wojciak discusses which players had the best day of workouts and how it could impact their NFL Draft status. Then, Tyler answers questions from listeners in another mailbag. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?h...
Notre Dame football looks good in second spring practice, plus Caitlin Clark secretly committed to Notre Dame?!
March 21, 2024 07:00 - 22 minutes - 21.6 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish held their second spring practice session and there are plenty of takeaways. Tyler Wojciak discusses the most important developments on the offensive and defensive sides of the ball. Then, Tyler shares his thoughts on a story from ESPN in which Caitlin Clark says she secretly committed to Muffet McGraw and the Notre Dame women’s basketball team before she changed her mind and decided to play for her hometown Iowa Hawkeyes. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twi...
How Marcus Freeman is changing the game for Notre Dame recruiting - featuring Brian Smith
March 20, 2024 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBNotre Dame football has been very aggressive on the recruiting trail since Marcus Freeman took over as head coach, and now the Irish are in the running for some of the top prospects in the entire country. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Locked On Recruiting Insider Brian Smith to discuss Notre Dame’s ‘Pot of Gold Day’ event and how Marcus Freeman and the Irish are changing the narrative on the recruiting trail. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish ...
Notre Dame recruiting makes a splash on ‘Pot of Gold Day,’ land commitments from two talented WRs
March 19, 2024 07:00 - 24 minutes - 23 MBNotre Dame football celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with a recruiting spree, and this year, it paid off in a big way as the Irish secured two commitments from talented WR prospects. Tyler Wojciak discusses Notre Dame’s ‘Pot of Gold Day’ initiative and explains why it’s important and what it means for Irish recruiting. Then, Tyler shares his thoughts on the commitments of 3-star WR Jerome Bettis Jr. in the class of 20265 and WR Dylan Faison in the class of 2026. Follow Tyler on Twitter: http...
Bracket Breakdown Special: Everything you need for the NCAA Tournament
March 18, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 76 MBWill UConn, Houston, Purdue and North Carolina hold true to their number one seed in the NCAA Tournament? Can Iowa State, Tennessee, Marquette or Arizona break into the Final Four? Cinderellas, upsets, betting favorites and those 5/12 matchups. Locked On College Basketball hosts, Andy Patton and Isaac Schade join Tenitra Batiste to help walk you through your bracket step by step to help you win your pool. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Manscaped Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with...
Notre Dame’s most important position battles on Defense, plus 14-team CFP format nearly finalized
March 15, 2024 07:05 - 31 minutes - 29.8 MBNotre Dame football has completed its first spring practice, and there are several key positions up for grabs on defense. Tyler Wojciak breaks them down and predicts who will ultimately be named the starter. Then, Tyler shares his thoughts on the expected finalization of the new expected 14-team playoff, starting in 2026 Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: htt...
Notre Dame’s most important position battles on offense in Spring Practice
March 14, 2024 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.9 MBNotre Dame football has completed its first spring practice, and there are several key positions up for grabs on offense. Tyler Wojciak breaks them down and predicts who will ultimately be named the starter. Then, Tyler shares his thoughts on Notre Dame men’s basketball’s loss to Wake Forest in the ACC Tournament, which brings their season to an unfortunate end. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish...
First impressions of the 2024 Notre Dame football team with Tim O’Malley
March 13, 2024 07:00 - 37 minutes - 35.1 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish completed their first practice of the 2024 college football season, and there’s already plenty of reasons for Irish fans to be excited. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Tim O’Malley from Irish Illustrated to discuss what he saw from the Irish in their first time back on the field and what lies ahead for this team during a pivotal year. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Fo...
Spring Practice is underway! Bold predictions with Luke Smith
March 07, 2024 08:00 - 34 minutes - 32.4 MBSpring Practice begins today for the 2024 Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team, and to get you ready, Tyler Wojciak is joined by Luke Smith for a new segment called ‘Future headlines, today” as they predict what the reports will say about this Notre Dame team throughout the spring session. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/locked...
Spring Practice preview with Greg Flammang: Players with the most to prove, bold predictions, and more!
March 06, 2024 08:00 - 37 minutes - 34.9 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish kick off spring practice tomorrow and there are plenty of questions surrounding Marcus Freeman and his team heading into 2024. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Greg Flammang from Irish Sports Daily to preview the spring session, and discuss which players have the most to prove, which position battles are the most intriguing, and they share their bold predictions. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://...
Spring practice superlatives, NFL Combine takeaways, and Notre Dame men’s basketball stays red hot
March 05, 2024 08:00 - 29 minutes - 27.8 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish are set to kick off spring practice this Thursday, and preparations for the 2024 college football season will be underway. Tyler Wojciak begins his preview of spring ball by sharing his spring practice superlatives to predict which players will stand out above the rest. Then, Tyler shares his takeaways from the NFL Combine and discusses the red hot Notre Dame men’s basketball team. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Iris...
Matt Fortuna on the state of college football, high expectations for Notre Dame in 2024, and more!
March 04, 2024 08:00 - 37 minutes - 35 MBTyler Wojciak is joined by Matt Fortuna from The Inside Zone to discuss the state of college football, Notre Dame’s position during another wave of change, and why there are plenty of reasons to be optimistic about the Irish in 2024. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: ...
Mailbag! Notre Dame’s conference dilemma, dream broadcast crew on NBC, and future NFL players on the current Irish team
March 01, 2024 08:00 - 25 minutes - 24.4 MBTyler Wojciak answers questions from listeners in this week’s mailbag episode, including could Notre Dame make more playoffs as an independent? Who would make up a dream broadcast crew for Notre Dame home games on NBC? And which Irish player will get drafted first in 2025? Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en S...
Could a 14-team CFP format force Notre Dame into joining a conference? Plus, NDMBB wins 4 out of 5 - Featuring Luke Smith
February 29, 2024 08:00 - 33 minutes - 31.7 MBThe future of the College Football Playoff contract after the 2025 season remains uncertain, but there’s “optimism” and "momentum" for a 14-team playoff starting in 2026 according to multiple reports. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Luke Smith to discuss the proposed format and what impact it will have on college football and specifically, Notre Dame. Then, Tyler and Luke share their thoughts on Notre Dame men’s basketball after the Irish won four out of their last five. Finally, they discuss whi...
Spring Practice X-Factors: Players who could breakout and define the 2024 season for the Irish
February 28, 2024 08:00 - 28 minutes - 27 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish have a great chance to make the College Football Playoff in 2024 under head coach Marcus Freeman, but they’re going to need breakout years from several players in order for that to happen. Tyler Wojciak breaks down his five biggest X-Factors on the Notre Dame roster who need to make a big leap during spring practice for the Irish to become an elite team. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twi...
Notre Dame’s new look offense under Mike Denbrock, plus NBC announces new booth for Irish home games
February 27, 2024 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish introduced new offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock and LB coach Max Bullough to the media last Friday. Tyler Wojciak shares his thoughts on their introductionS and what they bring to the Irish. Then, Tyler shares his thoughts on NBC’s decision to replace Jac Collinsworth as the play-by-play announcer for Notre Dame home football games, and Notre Dame’s inclusion in the new EA Sports NCAA Football Video game. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tyler...
Notre Dame basketball update with Tom Noie: The Irish are getting hot, how can they finish strong?
February 23, 2024 08:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish men’s basketball team knocked off the Louisville Cardinals by 22 points on Wednesday night to secure their third consecutive victory. Tyler Wojciak is joined by basketball beat writer Tom Noie from the South Bend Tribune to discuss the win streak and how the Irish can finish the season strong. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: htt...
Notre Dame under attack by national media, future of the CFP, and men’s basketball wins third straight
February 22, 2024 08:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish have been the subject of criticism by some members of the mainstream media after the new CFP format was announced. Tyler Wojciak explains why these claims are wrong and self-serving. Then, Tyler discusses Notre Dame’s place in the new CFP format and shares his thoughts on the men’s basketball team winning their third straight game. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish F...
Notre Dame secures one of the top coordinator duos in the country, plus the Irish land two more commits in the class of 2025
February 21, 2024 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish have just signed defensive coordinator Al Golden to a 4-year contract extension reportedly worth $9 million, and landed two more verbal commits in the class of 2025. Tyler Wojciak shares his thoughts on Golden’s extension, and explains why he believes Notre Dame has one of the best coordinator duos in the entire country. Then, Tyler discusses the commitments of 3-star OT Matty Augustine and 3-star WR Shaun Terry. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ty...
Notre Dame football recruiting roundup with Brian Smith: Could the class of 2025 become Marcus Freeman’s best class yet?
February 19, 2024 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBNotre Dame and Marcus Freeman are on a hot streak on the recruiting trail, and the Irish continue to add their top ranked class of 2025. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Locked On recruiting insider Brian Smith to discuss the potential of the group and how it could be Marcus Freeman’s best class since taking over as head coach of the Fighting Irish. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Ir...
Mailbag! Most important prospects left on the board, dual-threat QBs, and dream Shamrock Series venues
February 16, 2024 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBTyler Wojciak responds to listeners in this week’s mailbag episode. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC749D_LgykIE8WLu7W4UQlQ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a hi...
Will Notre Dame face an easy schedule in '24? Irish set to play Army at Yankee Stadium in Shamrock Series, Men’s basketball winning streak
February 15, 2024 08:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBThe Shamrock Series will return to Yankee Stadium in November, when the Notre Dame Fighting Irish square off against the Army Black Knights in a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Four Horsemen. Tyler Wojciak reacts to the news and breaks down how it impacts Notre Dame’s schedule in 2024. Then, Tyler discusses Notre Dame men’s basketball’s second win in a row after the Irish knocked off Georgia Tech. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish...
How Marcus Freeman has elevated Notre Dame’s QB recruiting to an elite level
February 14, 2024 15:41 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBNotre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman is a tireless recruiter, and his efforts have paid off at the most important position on the field: Quarterback. Tyler Wojciak looks back at how Freeman has elevated QB recruiting at Notre Dame, and how he’s been able to sign top prospects Kenny Minchey and CJ Carr, and earn a commitment from Deuce Knight. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Iri...
How Marcus Freeman has elevated Notre Dame’s QB recruiting to an elite level
February 14, 2024 08:00 - 27 minutes - 26.3 MBNotre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman is a tireless recruiter, and his efforts have paid off at the most important position on the field: Quarterback. Tyler Wojciak looks back at how Freeman has elevated QB recruiting at Notre Dame, and how he’s been able to sign top prospects Kenny Minchey and CJ Carr, and earn a commitment from Deuce Knight. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On I...
Notre Dame loses safeties coach Chris O’Leary to the NFL, plus the Irish land a top tackle prospect and the son of a former NFL star
February 13, 2024 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBNotre Dame safeties coach Chris O'Leary is leaving the program to join Jim Harbaugh, Jesse Minter and the Los Angeles Chargers. Tyler Wojciak reacts to the news and explains what impact it will have on the Irish. Then, Tyler shares his thoughts on the commitments of 4-star tackle Owen Strebig and 3-star WR Elijah Burress, the son of former NFL Wide Receiver Plaxico Buress. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lock...
Biggest ‘What if?’ moments in Notre Dame history with Luke Smith
February 09, 2024 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBOur perception of Notre Dame Fighting Irish athletics could be much different if certain events turned out differently. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Luke Smith to discuss the biggest ‘What if?’ moments in the last 30 years of Notre Dame football and men’s basketball. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe t...
How Notre Dame can respond after losing 4-star DE, plus, Irish players are trending up in the NFL Draft featuring Mike Renner
February 08, 2024 08:00 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBNotre Dame suffered a blow to its top ranked 2025 recruiting class this week, when 4-star EDGE CJ May announced his decommitment. Tyler Wojciak reacts to the news and explains how the Irish can still build a strong D-Line class. Then, Tyler is joined by NFL Draft Analyst Mike Renner to discuss how Notre Dame players performed at the Senior Bowl. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On ...
Notre Dame & Marcus Freeman are battling to keep coaching staff intact, plus, why fans should trust Micah Shrewsberry
February 02, 2024 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBNotre Dame Head Coach Marcus Freeman has assembled a great coaching staff, but other college programs and NFL teams have been trying to poach some key assistants. Tyler Wojciak discusses Michigan’s pursuit of Director of Recruiting Chad Bowden, as well as the possibility of other assistants leaving for other jobs. Finally, Tyler explains why Micah Shrewsberry has the men’s basketball program trending in the right direction despite the sub-.500 record. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitt...
Evaluating Notre Dame’s transfer portal additions/detractions: Were the Irish able to improve their roster?
February 01, 2024 08:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish added eight players in the transfer portal this Winter but lost 14 players. Tyler Wojciak examines the additions and the detractions to determine if the Irish improved their roster now that it’s all said and done. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on Y...
Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard undergoes surgery, plus, Michigan in pursuit of ND’s Director of Recruiting
January 31, 2024 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBNotre Dame Quarterback Riley Leonard will likely miss the remainder of winter conditioning and potentially the start of spring practice following surgery on his ankle. Tyler Wojciak reacts to the news and explains what this means for the QB competition. Then, Tyler shares his thoughts on Michigan’s pursuit of Chad Bowden, Notre Dame’s Director of Recruiting. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Foll...
Mailbag! Biggest question in 2024, portal needs, and all-time favorite Irish teams
January 26, 2024 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBTyler Wojciak shares his thoughts on the battle between the NCAA and Michigan, the offensive line, transfer portal needs, and more in this week’s mailbag episode. Then, Tyler discusses his favorite Notre Dame team of all-time and reacts to submissions by listeners about their favorite teams. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedoni...
Buy or Sell: Forecasting the future of Notre Dame football with Luke Smith
January 25, 2024 08:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBWhat does the future of Notre Dame football look like under Marcus Freeman? Tyler Wojciak is joined by Luke Smith to make their predictions about the future, including how Riley Leonard’s season will compare to Sam Hartman & Jack Coin’s, whether or not Notre Dame will eventually join a conference, and more. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagr...
Notre Dame loses key piece on the DL, former OC Tommy Rees is headed to the NFL, and the class of 2024 finishes 10th
January 24, 2024 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish lost a key piece on the DL as Senior Gabriel Rubio is stepping away from the team for personal reasons. Tyler Wojciak reacts to the news and explains what it means for the defensive line unit going forward. Then, Tyler shares his thoughts on the Cleveland Browns hiring former Notre Dame OC Tommy Rees to be their TE coach and the state of Notre Dame recruiting now that the class of 2024 finished 10th in the team composite rankings. Follow Tyler on Twitter: http...
Marcus Freeman & Notre Dame are building a special recruiting class in 2025
January 23, 2024 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBNotre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman and his staff just wrapped up one of their most important recruiting weekends of the year, and Tyler Wojciak is joined by recruiting insider Kevin Sinclair from Irish Illustrated to break it all down. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTube...
Mailbag! Notre Dame’s position with Alabama players in the portal, predicting the starting lineup in 2024, and more
January 19, 2024 08:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBTyler Wojciak answers questions from listener’s in this week’s mailbag episode, including Notre Dame’s position to add Alabama’s top players in the transfer portal, projecting the starting lineup in 2024, and fun hypotheticals about next year’s team. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Iri...
Notre Dame football's biggest needs on defense in the 2025 recruiting class
January 19, 2024 05:46 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish are in the middle of a pivotal recruiting stretch as Marcus Freeman and his staff build the class of 2025. Tyler Wojciak examines the biggest recruiting needs on defense for the Irish in this recruiting cycle. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?hl=en Subscribe to Locked on Irish on YouTub...
Notre Dame football's biggest needs on offense in the 2025 recruiting class
January 17, 2024 08:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBThe Notre Dame Fighting Irish are in the middle of a pivotal recruiting stretch as Marcus Freeman and his staff build the class of 2025. Tyler Wojciak examines the biggest recruiting needs on offense for the Irish in this recruiting cycle. Tune in tomorrow’s show to find out the biggest needs on the defensive side of the ball. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram:...
Notre Dame recruiting roundup with Brian Smith: Early enrollees with the most to prove and early takeaways from the class of 2025
January 16, 2024 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBMarcus Freeman and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish are off to a hot start on the recruiting trail in the class of 2025. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Locked On Recruiting insider to discuss which early enrollees in the class of 2024 have the most to prove in the spring semester, early takeaways from the class of 2025, and Brian reveals who he believes is the greatest recruiter of all time. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twit...
Notre Dame men’s basketball update with Tom Noie: The Irish get a big road win, plus early takeaways from Micah Shrewsberry’s first season
January 12, 2024 08:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBThe Notre Dame men’s basketball team won their first true road game in nearly two years when they knocked off the Georgia tech Yellow Jackets earlier this week. Tyler Wojciak is joined by men’s basketball beat writer Tom Noie of the South Bend tribune to discuss the win and go over the early takeaways from year one of the Micah Shrewsberry era at Notre Dame. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Foll...
EMERGENCY POD: How will Nick Saban’s retirement impact Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame?
January 11, 2024 03:32 - 35 minutesNick Saban is retiring from Alabama after 17 seasons as the head coach. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Luke Smith to react to the news and discuss how Saban’s decision will lead to a domino effect that could affect the entire college football world, including Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpod/?...
EMERGENCY POD: How will Nick Saban’s retirement impact Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame?
January 11, 2024 03:32 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBNick Saban is retiring from Alabama after 17 seasons as the head coach. Tyler Wojciak is joined by Luke Smith to react to the news and discuss how Saban’s decision will lead to a domino effect that could affect the entire college football world, including Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame. Follow Tyler on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TylerWojciak Follow Locked On Irish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIrish Follow Locked On Irish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonirishpo...