Should Jasper Johnson start for the Kentucky Wildcats this upcoming season? On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses whether or not Kentucky basketball should start five-star freshman Jasper Johnson. Also, is this team truly capable of winning number nine?

Gametime
Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.

Monarch Money
Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at www.monarchmoney.com/lockedoncollege for 50% off your first year.

FanDuel
Right now, new customers can get ONE HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.

FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

SEC quarterback Diego Pavia ignites controversy with bold Big Ten comments. Is the SEC truly superior?

Chris Gordy and the SEC squad dissect Pavia's fiery statements, comparing SEC and Big Ten strength of schedules. The hosts debate Vanderbilt's future in the conference and Pavia's impact on the program. Chris Marler unveils his hotly contested SEC quarterback rankings, sparking intense discussion on criteria and player potential.

Tune in for expert analysis on Lenore Sellers, Arch Manning, and DJ Lagway as the hosts evaluate their standings in the competitive SEC landscape.

The Kentucky Wildcats are about to get a visit from one of the best point guards in the 2026 recruiting class.

On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses 5-star Taylen Kinney and his scheduled visit with Kentucky basketball. Mark Pope is clearly working his magic out in Colorado as he coaches the Team USA U19 team, and Kinney has scheduled a visit. Also, what's one thing we'd like to see out of each freshman (Jasper Johnson, Malachi Moreno, Andrija Jelavic, Braydon Hawthorne)?