It's the halfway mark for the conference, so it's a good time to check in on the conference as a whole. Andy is joined by Chris Ross of LandGrant Gauntlet to break down the big stories and contenders in the conference at the halfway point.

Topics Include:

Biggest surprise

Brent Dearmon and Kansas success

Who are the actual contenders?

Texas and Sam Ehlinger

Texas and Kansas matchup

Can Oklahoma State separate themselves from the bottom of the conference?

TCU's brutal schedule

Most impressive of the new coaches.

How likely are the Jayhawks to get a win against Texas Tech or Kansas State?

Which upset is most likely for KU the rest of the way?

Follow Andy on Twitter: @mister__brain

Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisRossSports

Get all your Big 12 conference news at The LandGrant Gauntlet (www.landgrantgauntlet.com or on Twitter @the_LGG)

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