Episode Details

Jedd Fisch and the Washington Huskies are looking for athletic director Pat Chun to propel the football program into the Big Ten's elite in NIL. Can an increased NIL cash flow keep Washington among college football’s elite? Locked On Huskies host Roman Tomashoff spotlights key donation milestones, scrutinizes roster payroll rumors, and questions the decision to shutter Montlake Futures, all while exploring how the Huskies can close the financial gap with top spenders like Ohio State, Michigan, and Oregon, to retain key talent like John Mills, Zaydrius Rainey-Sale, Kodi Greene, Derek Colman-Brusa, Trez Davis, Jordan Clay, and more.

Top 2027 recruiting targets take center stage, with analysis of prospects like Tye Kennedy, Kamil Loud, and Dontay Tyson. Tomashoff breaks down the roster needs along the offensive line, secondary, and at wide receiver, emphasizing the importance of NIL-driven retention, and previews the impact of high-profile commits. Will Washington’s aggressive approach secure a consistent College Football Playoff berth? 

Stay tuned for insider updates and expert analysis on the Huskies’ journey toward Big Ten prominence.

00:00 Intro

01:18 Discussion of roster valuation and NIL/payroll numbers at UW

03:16 Pat Chun’s fundraising background, Montlake Futures, and NIL fundraising strategies

06:09 Retaining top talent on the roster and the importance of financial support

11:05 Recruiting updates: Tye Kennedy and assessing offensive tackle prospects

14:34 Breaking down the 2027 class: defensive back prospects, in-progress targets, and class needs

21:27 What else does Washington need in the 2027 class?

25:30 Wide receiver recruiting updates

29:15 Defensive line needs and updates

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