The Big 10 and SEC are exploring a proposal to begin in 2026 that would give each league 4 automatic berths to the College Football Playoff. Such a move would consolidate their ever-growing power and demonstrate once again they don't care about the rest of the country.

On today's episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin is joined by 'Locked On Auburn' host Zac Blackerby. How warm is Hugh Freeze's seat getting after the Tigers' third home loss in 5 games to begin the year? Plus, TAMU v Missouri at a glance.

Illinois battled Penn State on the road to a 21-7 loss, and Bret Bielema's team should have the Big 10 aware of what they're capable of. How many times could Michigan lose the rest of the season?

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