Locked On Blue Devils - Daily Podcast On Duke Blue Devils Football & Basketball

Duke Blue Devils accelerate their recruiting frenzy, sending shockwaves through the 2027 and 2028 classes. Can securing stars like Colton Hiller, Adan Diggs, and AJ Williams set up Jon Scheyer’s squad for a dominant future? JJ Jackson and Raul Clement break down the family connections with Kager Knueppel, the rapid ranking rises, and the fierce battles for top prospects like Beckham Black. The conversation highlights Duke’s focus on size and versatility in the backcourt, the influence of NBA trends, and the ongoing shift in recruiting pipelines. With the new NCAA rule granting five years of eligibility, Duke faces intriguing roster decisions—could veterans like Caleb Foster or John Blackwell return for a fifth year, impacting incoming phenoms? Plus, what does the evolving transfer and NIL landscape mean for Blue Devils basketball? Don’t miss this strategic look at Duke’s future and the high-stakes recruiting race.

JJ Jackson chats with Madison, MS running back Mikel Stephen about his decision to commit to Duke Football.

ACC head coaches see their rankings upended as Mario Cristobal surges to the top, while Clemson’s Dabo Swinney falls to third—raising eyebrows across college football. Can Virginia Tech’s James Franklin justify his controversial second-place ranking after a recent firing? The ACC squad breaks down Andy Staples’ latest coaching power list, debating surprising placements for Manny Diaz at Duke, Brent Key at Georgia Tech, and Bill Belichick’s stunning slide near the bottom. Is Wake Forest’s Jake Dickert poised to outperform expectations again? The discussion explores the “five-in-five” eligibility rule and its impact on roster strategy, scholarships, and player development, while also examining the explosive growth of NIL budgets. Will $100 million college football rosters become reality, and can ACC programs like Miami keep pace with oil-rich giants like Texas A&M? The hosts reveal key shifts in ACC recruiting, the challenges looming from TV contracts, and which coaches could shake up the rankings before season’s end.

Duke Blue Devils dominate the NBA Draft again as Cameron Boozer shines as the No. 3 overall pick, landing with the Memphis Grizzlies. Is Memphis getting the franchise-changing star they need? JJ Jackson and Ben McCormick break down Boozer’s winning mentality, fit alongside Zach Edey, and what his arrival means for Memphis’ culture shift. The conversation spotlights Duke’s NBA pipeline and the growing influence of Coach Jon Scheyer’s recruiting strategy. The episode also unpacks the surprises of draft night, including Isaiah Evans’ first-round snub and Maliq Brown’s prospects in the second round. Key topics include Duke’s record-setting 19 top-three picks, future draft outlook for stars like Patrick Ngongba II, John Blackwell, Dame Sarr and Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje, and how NIL is evolving college basketball’s path to the pros. Will Evans and Brown hear their names called next? Don’t miss this inside look at the Blue Devils’ sustained NBA Draft success.

Duke Blue Devils fans are buzzing as elite freshman Joaquim "Jojo" Boumtje Boumtje emerges as a potential game-changer for the upcoming season. With analysts touting his skillset, versatility, and the possibility of rising to a No. 1 NBA Draft pick in 2028, how will head coach Jon Scheyer maximize this new talent alongside established stars like Pat Ngongba II, John Blackwell, and Dame Sarr? JJ Jackson and Kevin Connelly break down Duke’s loaded basketball roster, explore unique recruiting moves—including the creative story behind Boumtje Boumtje's commitment—and assess how returning players and top-tier transfers shape the program’s title hopes. Topics include lineup size, positional battles, offseason workouts, and which targets in the 2027 recruiting class could join the next wave of Duke standouts. Can Scheyer’s recruiting momentum and innovative staff moves keep the Blue Devils atop the college basketball landscape?

Duke Blue Devils Men's Basketball surge to early top-seed status in the latest bracketology predictions—can Jon Scheyer's revamped roster deliver a championship run? High-profile matchups loom as Duke faces teams like Florida, Illinois, and Gonzaga, positioning the Blue Devils for another fierce battle in March Madness. With Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje lighting up Team USA U17 camp, fans are buzzing about his two-year trajectory and the impact of elite freshman talent on Duke’s depth. JJ Jackson and guest Jeff Fedotin break down Duke’s stacked backcourt, the shifting landscape of the ACC, and what a loaded non-conference schedule means for tourney seeding. NBA Draft chatter heats up with speculation on Cameron Boozer, Isaiah Evans, and Maliq Brown, while Jon Scheyer's rumored NBA ties are put to rest—for now. Will this new-look roster solidify Duke’s legacy, or will ACC contenders rise to challenge their dominance?