Last week delivered another dramatic slate of Big 12 action, and the scoreboard is telling an even bigger story: the conference is still firmly in the hunt for multiple College Football Playoff spots. In this episode, we break down every key result from around the league, what those wins and losses mean for the standings, and how the Big 12’s top contenders stack up nationally. From statement victories to shaky escapes, we outline the real pathways—what has to go right, who controls their destiny, and which dark horses are still alive—for the Big 12 to crash the CFP with more than one team.

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In this episode of First and 16, we dig into why Utah AD Mark Harlan becoming the Big 12’s representative on the College Football Playoff Committee is raising alarms across the conference. With Arkansas’ AD taking over as committee chairman and the fallout from Mack Rhoades’ departure still fresh, we break down what this new power structure means for the Big 12’s national influence, playoff positioning, and long-term credibility. Is the conference losing ground in the most important room in college football? We unpack the politics, the optics, and the potential consequences.

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This episode breaks down all the biggest scores from around the Big 12 and the most important results from across college football this weekend. We dive into how the outcomes impact conference standings, bowl outlooks, and the overall national landscape. From tight finishes to unexpected blowouts, we’ve got every storyline that mattered.

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The latest College Football Playoff rankings are out — and the debates are heating up. In this episode, we break down the biggest surprises, snubs, and statements from the CFP committee, plus what this means for the playoff picture going forward. Then we turn our attention to the weekend ahead with a full preview of the must-watch matchups, potential upsets, and key conference battles that could shake up the standings.

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The Big 12 race is heating up, and chaos is on the horizon. In this episode of First and 16, we break down exactly how the Big 12 tiebreaker system works and what it means for teams fighting for a spot in the conference championship game. We’ll go team by team — BYU, Texas Tech, Utah, Arizona State, Houston, and Cincinnati — outlining what each squad needs to make it to Arlington. Get ready for all the scenarios, surprises, and possible heartbreaks that could define the end of the Big 12 regular season.

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In this episode of First and 16, we break down the latest Big 12 Power Rankings and what they reveal about the conference race heading into November. Plus, we dive into the red-hot start for Big 12 basketball and how the league’s early success contrasts sharply with the SEC’s disastrous opening week on the hardwood. Football or basketball — the Big 12 is making a statement.

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Texas Tech stuns BYU in Lubbock as the Big 12 strengthens its case for three College Football Playoff contenders. Meanwhile, the ACC’s playoff hopes crumble after a disastrous weekend. We break down Tech’s huge win, the evolving Big 12 playoff picture, and what went wrong across the ACC in this pivotal week of college football.

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 It’s prediction time across the Big 12! We’re breaking down every matchup this week and giving our official score predictions — including a full dive into BYU vs Texas Tech. Who’s primed for an upset, and which teams will keep their bowl hopes alive? Tune in for bold picks, key storylines, and everything you need to know heading into Week 11.

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College basketball tipped off with fireworks as Arizona stunned Florida in a dominant performance. At the same time, BYU pulled off a massive win over Villanova to kick off their Big 12 era in style. In this episode, we break down how Arizona controlled the game, the key players who stepped up, and what this win means for their national outlook. We also dive into BYU’s upset over Villanova—how the Cougars executed, the energy in Provo, and what this says about the depth of the Big 12 in hoops this season. Plus, early takeaways and teams to watch moving forward.

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Today on First and 16, we break down the ever-shifting Power Rankings in the Big 12 as contenders rise, pretenders fade, and the middle of the conference gets messy. But it’s not just the teams under pressure—coaches across college football are feeling the heat, with firings and hot seats becoming the story of the season. We discuss where each Big 12 program stands, which coaches might be next, and how this wave of change could reshape the future of the sport.

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