In today’s edition of First and 16, we break down the latest action from the Big 12 Conference’s weekend slate — including key wins from BYU Cougars (26-14 at Cincinnati) and other meaningful games. We’ll go through what these results mean for the conference title picture, examine how they shape the path to the College Football Playoff, and ask: Can the Big 12 land more than one team in the field? With just a few weeks remaining, the playoff door is narrowing — let’s look at who is peeking through it and who is getting locked out.
We’ll also spotlight scenarios, discuss resume strength, and map the key upcoming games that will decide the Big 12’s ultimate positioning.

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This episode breaks down score predictions across the Big 12 and dives into some of the biggest national games shaping the playoff picture. We analyze key matchups, upset potential, and what each outcome would mean for the College Football Playoff race. From conference chaos to national contenders trying to hang on, we sort out who’s rising, who’s slipping, and who controls their own path to the postseason.

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This episode breaks down the biggest and most meaningful matchups to watch across college football this weekend. We spotlight the games that will shake up conference races, influence the College Football Playoff picture, and reveal who’s for real as the season tightens. From under-the-radar trap games to primetime showdowns, we give you the full roadmap of what to watch, why it matters, and how each result could reshape the national landscape.

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This episode dives into the latest College Football Playoff rankings and why they make absolutely no sense. We break down the inconsistencies, the “rules” the committee claims to use, and how those same standards magically don’t apply to certain teams. From strength of schedule to “game control” to head-to-head, we expose the contradictions, highlight who’s getting propped up, who’s getting punished, and what it means for the Big 12 and the rest of college football moving forward.

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In this episode, we break down Sam Leavitt’s surprising announcement that he’s leaving Arizona State and what it means for the Sun Devils’ program. Plus, we dive into the College Football Playoff rankings and explain why Notre Dame may not deserve their lofty spot, analyzing their performance, schedule, and key stats. A must-listen for fans tracking the CFP bubble and coaching shakeups

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The College Football Playoff picture is tightening, and the bubble is more crowded than ever. In this episode, we dive into the teams living on the edge of the CFP chase — including BYU, Alabama, Utah, and several others fighting to stay alive. We break down each team’s résumé, remaining schedule, path to the top four, and the chaos they need to sneak into the bracket. From surprise contenders to perennial powerhouses trying to claw back in, this is your full guide to the playoff bubble as the season hits its final stretch.

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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 the biggest and most meaningful matchups to watch across college football this weekend. We spotlight the games that will shake up conference races, influence the College Football Playoff picture, and reveal who’s for real as the season tightens. From under-the-radar trap games to primetime showdowns, we give you the full roadmap of what to watch, why it matters, and how each result could reshape the national landscape.

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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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