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Joel Klatt shares his opinion on why the Big 12 is supporting the wrong proposed CFP format.

Joel Klatt thinks Big 12 is ‘absolutely bananas’ for supporting 5+11 CFP format

"If you want the sport to continue coalescing power in only two power conferences, then go to a 5+11 model."

By Reice Shipley OnJun 4, 2025 0
A WWE logo on the Big 12 Championship belt held by former Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo

WWE to hold multiple ‘Friday Night SmackDown’ episodes in Big 12 markets for 2025 season

WWE will hold several episodes of Friday Night SmackDown prior to Big 12 football games.

By Reice Shipley OnMay 30, 2025 0
Southeastern Conference commissioner Greg Sankey

Greg Sankey blasts ACC, Big 12 for ‘coordinated press releases’

"I don't need lectures from others about 'good of the game.'"

By Drew Lerner OnMay 26, 2025 0
Houston coach Kelvin Sampson talks to Tracy Wolfson after Houston's win over Duke. Photo Credit: CBS

Kelvin Sampson praises Big 12 after Houston win: ‘We weren’t 34-4 playing in the Toy Poodle League’

"Duke's great. Jon Scheyer is awesome. But don't sleep on Houston. Don't sleep on Houston."

By Michael Dixon OnApr 6, 2025 0
Tater Tots

ESPN’s Roxy Bernstein reveals BYU star’s ancestor invented Tater Tots

"You learn something new every day."

By Arthur Weinstein OnMar 13, 2025 0
Dec 28, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes linebacker Wesley Bissainthe (31) tackles Iowa State Cyclones quarterback Rocco Becht (3) during the second half at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images

Could a Big Ten-SEC partnership result in a Big 12-ACC alliance?

The Big Ten and SEC might not be the only two Power Four conferences teaming up.

By Ben Axelrod OnFeb 24, 2025 0
ESPN's broadcast of Saturday night's Houston-BYU game missed a BYU touchdown return on a kickoff while showing highlights of another game. Photo Credit: ESPN

ESPN missed BYU’s kickoff return for touchdown while showing highlights of another game

Oops.

By Michael Dixon OnDec 1, 2024 0
Georgia vs. Georgia Tech

Terry McAulay: ‘SEC, Big 12 showing utter contempt for targeting rule’

"I’d go so far as to say SEC replay is showing utter contempt for the targeting rule."

By Arthur Weinstein OnNov 30, 2024 0
Nick Saban on the set of College GameDay Built by the Home Depot at the University of Oregon.

Big 12 claps back at Nick Saban for Ole Miss comments

The Big 12 conference brought the receipts when it came to Nick Saban suggesting that Ole Miss would hypothetically dominate the conference.

By Matt Yoder OnNov 28, 2024 0
Oct 23, 2021; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; A general view of the Big 12 Conference logo on the field after the game between the Kansas Jayhawks and the Oklahoma Sooners at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

TNT lands Big 12 games from ESPN as part of WBD-NBA settlement

As it turns out, the settlement was effectively a three-team trade.

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 18, 2024 0
During Saturday's BYU-Kansas broadcast, Mark Jones critiqued a list that placed Deion Sanders as the second-worst coach in the Big 12.

Mark Jones takes issue with Deion Sanders’ placement on top coach list

"Deion Sanders at 15? Really?"

By Sam Neumann OnNov 17, 2024 0
Jul 21, 2023; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Utah Utes athletic director Mark Harlan during Pac-12 Media Day at Resorts World Las Vegas.

Utah AD Mark Harlan publicly reprimanded, fined by Big 12 for critical comments

"Mark's comments irresponsibly challenged the professionalism of our officials and the integrity of the Big 12 conference."

By Sam Neumann OnNov 11, 2024 0
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College Football

The Big 12’s problem: There’s nobody worth hate-watching when they lose

Alabama mascot Big Al and the cheerleaders lead the team onto the field for the 2021 College Football Playoff Semifinal game at the 86th Cotton Bowl in AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas Friday, Dec. 31, 2021.

Former Disney executives pitch athletic directors on ‘Project Rudy’ Super League

Athletic directors at more than 25 power conference programs have heard the "Project Rudy" pitch.

By Reice Shipley OnOct 9, 2024 0
Big 12 logo

Big 12, CBS reach multiyear agreement for additional men’s basketball games

“The additional nationally televised games will continue to grow our brand as the best conference in college basketball …"

By Arthur Weinstein OnSep 25, 2024 0
The DirecTV Holiday Bowl logo on the football field at Petco Park.

DirecTV sent letters to ACC, Big 12, and SEC to help with Disney carrier dispute

"Disney's unwillingness to evolve will significantly accelerate the decline of Pay TV, making it harder and more expensive for your fans to watch the teams they love."

By Sean Keeley OnSep 3, 2024 0
The Big 12 conference logo.

Fox reportedly opposes UConn joining Big 12

Fox and the Big East recently reached a new TV deal and UConn men's and women's basketball is a huge part of that package's value.

By Arthur Weinstein OnAug 27, 2024 5
Big 12 Conference commissioner Brett Yormark speaks to the media during the Big 12 Media Days at Allegiant Stadium.

Brett Yormark: Big 12 looking at ‘new TV windows’ & splitting basketball and football media rights

"We have to kick the tires & figure out other (TV) windows that make sense."

By Sean Keeley OnJul 9, 2024 1
Big 12 logo

Big XII could sell conference naming rights with private equity investment

The Big XII is willing to literally sell a stake in the conference in order to try to close the revenue gap with the Big Ten and SEC.

By Awful Announcing Staff OnJun 13, 2024 3
Utah Utes mascot Swoop parachutes onto the field

Utah blasts ACC rumors as ‘completely fabricated and irresponsible’

"We are proud to be entering into membership in the Big 12 Conference in the coming months and excited to join our new colleagues and member institutions."

By Sam Neumann OnMay 28, 2024 1
Oct 6, 2018; Madison, WI, USA; A Nebraska Cornhuskers helmet sits on the sidelines during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium.

Nebraska AD: Pros outweigh cons for Friday night home games

"We can be upset about it all we want, but we're cashing a pretty large check from our television contract every year."

By Sam Neumann OnMay 23, 2024 0
Washington Huskies

Fox announces full Friday night college football schedule, featuring a whole lot of the former Pac-12

The former Pac-12 is featured heavily on Friday nights this fall.

By Joe Lucia OnMay 22, 2024 2
College Basketball Crown

Fox Sports announces ‘College Basketball Crown’ postseason tournament

The 'College Basketball Crown' will consist of 16 teams, including at least two apiece from the Big Ten, Big East, and Big 12.

By Joe Lucia OnApr 3, 2024 3
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark.

Big 12’s Brett Yormark, whose conference took 4 Pac-12 teams, is ‘not happy about the ultimate outcome to the Pac-12’

Yormark played quite the role in what happened to the Pac-12.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnDec 6, 2023 4
Pat McAfee and Bianca Belair take a selfie photo together at the ESPN College GameDay stage outside of Ayres Hall on the University of Tennessee campus in Knoxville, Tenn. on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. The flagship ESPN college football pregame show returned for the tenth time to Knoxville as the No. 12 Vols hosted the No. 22 Gators.

Big 12 announces partnership with WWE for conference title game, including championship belt for the MVP

“With this partnership, we will integrate WWE and its brand power into one of the Conference’s biggest moments, further strengthening the bridge between sports and entertainment throughout the Big 12.”

By Ben Axelrod OnNov 16, 2023 0

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