Bigger Than 12

Jake Brend and Derek Duke continue their 2026 Big 12 football preview series by breaking down Cincinnati, TCU, and Kansas State while reacting to the latest developments from Big Ten Media Days. The guys discuss the growing partnership between the Big Ten and SEC, the future of conference championships, and what it all means for the Big 12. Plus, their favorite things to do during a 100-degree Iowa summer.

🏈 Big Ten vs. The Big 12

The guys discuss:

• Why the Big Ten and SEC continue pulling away

• Tony Petitti's latest comments on college football's future

• Conference championship games potentially disappearing

• Why regional rivalries still matter to the sport

🐻 Cincinnati, TCU & Kansas State Preview

Season outlooks include:

• Can Scott Satterfield survive another season at Cincinnati?

• Is TCU making the right move by changing its offensive identity?

• Colin Klein's first season leading Kansas State

• Which team has the best chance to exceed expectations in 2026?

🌪️ Big 12 Storylines

• Iowa and Iowa State reportedly working to extend the Cy-Hawk Series

• Why preserving rivalry games matters

• Early expectations around the conference race

🥃 Plus

• Whiskey River Draft: Best things to do when it's 100° outside

• Iowa trivia

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Jake Brend and Derek Duke continue their 2026 season outlooks with an in-depth breakdown of UCF, Baylor and Kansas. Then Brend and Duke react to some of the bizarre quotes from SEC Media Days and how it relates to the Big 12. The fellas continue their draft season by drafting the league's football coaches. Presented by Wealth Charter Retirement Planning & Tax.

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With Jake Brend away, Jackson Pence joins Derek Duke to kick off the 2026 Bigger Than 12 season preview series. The guys break down Oklahoma State, Colorado, and West Virginia, discuss Jamie Pollard's decision to retire as Iowa State's athletic director, answer Iowa trivia, and wrap up with an MLB draft featuring the best players of the past decade.

🏈 Big 12 Team Previews

The season preview series begins with:

• Oklahoma State's complete roster overhaul under Eric Morris

• Can Colorado rebound in Year 3 under Deion Sanders?

• Rich Rodriguez's rebuild at West Virginia

• Biggest strengths, weaknesses and realistic expectations for each program

🌪️ Jamie Pollard's Legacy

Derek and Jackson discuss:

• Pollard announcing his retirement

• His impact on Iowa State athletics

• The hires that transformed the Cyclones

• What's next for Iowa State's athletic department

⚾ MLB All-Star Week Draft

To celebrate the All-Star break, the guys draft the best MLB players from the last decade.

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Jake Brend and Derek Duke react to the biggest stories from Big 12 Football Media Days, including the viral Brett Yormark-Texas Tech exchange, the conference's new Monster Energy partnership, lingering Brendan Sorsby questions, and their biggest coaching takeaways from Frisco. Plus, thoughts on Jimmy Rogers, Deion Sanders, Rich Rodriguez, and a World Cup-inspired Bigger Than 12 Draft.

🏈 Big 12 Media Days Reactions

The biggest headlines from Frisco.

• Brett Yormark's viral press conference

• Texas Tech's confrontation over Brendan Sorsby

⚡ Monster Energy Joins the Big 12

A landmark sponsorship raises questions.

• Is the deal worth enough money?

• Jersey patches, field logos and branding

• Why the value surprised Jake and Derek

• What it means for the conference moving forward

🎙️ Biggest Coaching Takeaways

Which coaches impressed the most?

• Jimmy Rogers' refreshing honesty

• Rich Rodriguez's regional scheduling idea

• Deion Sanders' outlook entering 2026

• Joey McGuire and Eric Morris stand out

🏟️ Around the Big 12

More news from Media Days.

• Scott Satterfield responds to Brendan Sorsby questions

• Cincinnati's role in the investigation

• Early impressions around the conference

🌍 Plus

• Bigger Than 12 Draft: Which remaining World Cup country would you visit?

• Iowa trivia

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Jake Brend and Derek Duke break down CBS Sports' rankings of the Big 12's returning defensive production, react to the latest Brendan Sorsby news after the NFL denies his supplemental draft request, recap a historic NBA Draft for the conference, and celebrate Fourth of July week with a patriotic draft of their favorite traditions. Plus, Tony Wenck joins the show to share expert fireworks advice for building the perfect backyard show.

🏈 Big 12 Defensive Rankings

CBS Sports released its rankings of returning defensive production, and the Big 12 is loaded.

• Texas Tech tops the nation

• Oklahoma State's surprising ranking

• Kansas, UCF and Baylor among the conference leaders

• Why defense is becoming the Big 12's calling card

🌵 Texas Tech Without Brendan Sorsby

The NFL denied Brendan Sorsby's supplemental draft request.

• What happens next?

• Can Texas Tech still win the Big 12?

• Why Will Hammond has plenty of help around him

• Why the Red Raiders' defense remains the biggest reason for optimism

🏀 Historic NBA Draft for the Big 12

Another huge night for the conference.

• AJ Dybantsa goes No. 1 overall

• Darryn Peterson follows at No. 2

• Eight first-round picks for the Big 12

• Why the conference continues producing elite NBA talent

🎆 Tony Winks Joins the Show

The "Boom Boom" man shares his best fireworks advice.

• Building the perfect backyard fireworks show

• How to maximize your budget

• His favorite firework in the store

• Tips for creating an unforgettable finale

🇺🇸 Fourth of July Draft

Jake and Derek draft their favorite Independence Day traditions,

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Derek Duke and special guest Jackson Pence break down the latest headlines across the Big 12, including the latest twist in the Brendan Sorsby saga, Iowa State's decision to begin selling alcohol at Jack Trice Stadium, NBA Draft debates featuring AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, and Dusty May's shocking departure from Michigan.

🏈 Brendan Sorsby & Texas Tech

The long-running Sorsby story may finally be coming to a close.

• Sorsby enters the NFL Supplemental Draft

• What happens next for Sorsby's football future

• Why Will Hammond could keep the Red Raiders atop the Big 12

• Is Texas Tech Still the Team to Beat?

🍺 Iowa State Finally Sells Beer

A major change is coming to Jack Trice Stadium and Hilton Coliseum.

• What the policy change means for Cyclone fans

• The end of halftime re-entry

• How the move impacts the game-day atmosphere

• Why Iowa State is catching up with the rest of college athletics

🏀 NBA Draft Discussion

Who should be the No. 1 overall pick?

• AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson

• Draft projections and player comparisons

• Which prospect has the higher ceiling?

• Big 12 stars preparing for the next level

🏀 Dusty May Leaves Michigan

One of the biggest surprises of the offseason.

• Dusty May heads to the NBA

• Could Big 12 coaches become targets?

Plus

• Iowa trivia

• Favorite side dish draft

• More

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The Brendan Sorsby saga reaches another level as the Big 12 takes legal action. Jake Brend and Derek Duke break down the latest developments, discuss what the conference should do next, and debate whether Texas Tech is risking its reputation for a player who may not be worth the fight.

***This episode was recorded prior to Brendan Sorsby announcing his intention to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft***

🏈 Big 12 vs. Texas Tech

• Why the Big 12 filed a lawsuit

• Is Texas Tech overplaying its hand?

• The potential fallout at Big 12 Media Days

• Why the Red Raiders could become college football's biggest villain

⚾ College World Series Update

• West Virginia's path through Omaha

• The Mountaineers' heartbreaking loss to North Carolina

• Can they survive the elimination bracket?

🍔 Ultimate Food Draft

The guys draft their favorite foods, and the debate gets heated.

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Jake Brend and Derek Duke spend much of this week's show reacting to the stunning court ruling that appears set to keep Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby on the field in 2026 despite admitting to gambling violations involving his own team. The guys discuss what it means for the NCAA, the Big 12, and the future of college athletics.

🏈 The Sorsby Ruling Changes Everything

A Texas judge grants Brendan Sorsby a temporary injunction, allowing him to play while legal proceedings continue beyond the upcoming football season. Jake and Derek unload on the decision, the NCAA's lack of authority, and why many around college athletics believe the situation has become a dangerous precedent.

⚖️ Is The NCAA Completely Powerless?

From conference commissioners to athletic directors, the reaction around college football has been swift. The guys debate whether the NCAA has effectively lost control of enforcement and what this ruling could mean for future cases involving athlete misconduct.

🔥 Texas Tech Becomes the Villain

Texas Tech entered 2026 as the Big 12 favorite and playoff hopeful. Now, the Red Raiders may find themselves as the most controversial team in college football. Jake and Derek discuss whether fans around the conference will rally behind Tech or root against them every step of the way.

⚾ West Virginia Heads to Omaha

The conversation shifts to baseball as West Virginia punches its ticket to the College World Series. The guys discuss the Mountaineers' remarkable run, Kansas falling short, and whether the Big 12 can make noise in Omaha.

🏀 Plus:

• Brett Yormark's response to the Sorsby ruling

• Gene Taylor's strong comments

• The future of college sports governance

• Favorite NBA players draft

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Jake Brend and Derek Duke react to Texas Tech publicly challenging Texas, break down the latest Brendan Sorsby gambling developments, and dive into one of the wildest college baseball regional weekends in recent memory.

🔥 Texas Tech vs. Texas just got PERSONAL

After Steve Sarkisian took a shot at Texas Tech and the Big 12, Cody Campbell and Joey McGuire fired back in a massive way — offering to buy out both schools’ non-conference games just to make the rivalry happen immediately. Jake and Duke unload on Texas arrogance, SEC narratives, and why Tech isn’t backing down.

🏈 Brendan Sorsby’s situation keeps getting worse

New reports reveal thousands of sports bets, wagers involving Indiana football, and alleged proxy betting while at Texas Tech. The guys explain why Sorsby’s college football future appears finished — even if the NFL may still take a chance on him.

⚾ College baseball regionals DELIVERED

Kansas advances to its first-ever Super Regional while West Virginia creates electric scenes in Morgantown.

🌽 Also included:

• Milan Momcilovic heading to Kentucky

• The best Iowa vacation zone debate

• Holiday draft chaos

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Jake Brend and Derek Duke react to the NCAA denying Brendan Sorsby’s waiver at Texas Tech, debate the future of Big 12 basketball scheduling, and somehow spiral into an argument about whether Ankeny is actually the best city in Iowa.

🏈 Brendan Sorsby DENIED

The guys break down the NCAA denying Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s waiver after his gambling violations — and why the Big 12 may quietly be sweating the decision after investing so much hype into the Red Raiders.

🔥 Why Texas Tech matters to the Big 12

With massive NIL spending and playoff expectations, Texas Tech has become one of the conference’s biggest national hopes. What happens if the face of the program can’t play?

🏀 18 or 20 conference games?

Should the Big 12 expand back to a 20-game basketball schedule? Jake and Derek debate whether more conference games are better for fans, rivalries, TV inventory, and NCAA Tournament resumes.

🌵 Arizona loses Koa Peat

The Wildcats star officially stays in the NBA Draft, while Milan Momcilovic withdraws and prepares for a huge NIL decision.

⚾ Big 12 baseball postseason begins

Kansas and West Virginia host regionals while the guys preview who has the best shot at reaching Omaha.

🥎 Texas Tech softball drama goes NUCLEAR

Mia Williams gets hit FIVE TIMES in three games against Florida, Jason “White Chocolate” Williams gets involved, fans get ejected, and chaos erupts during Super Regionals.

Plus, drafting the best cities to travel to.

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