BIG 12 PREVIEW: Contender Tiers, Dark Horses & the Monster Middle Class | College Football
Summary
Hosts Dan Rubenstein and Ty Keough preview the Big 12 conference, discussing its new Monster Energy sponsorship and overall depth. They analyze Texas Tech, BYU, and Houston as top-tier contenders while evaluating the impact of new coaches at Utah, Kansas State, Iowa State, and Oklahoma State. The episode highlights quarterback stability, roster turnover, and the competitive "chunky middle" that defines the league's outlook for the upcoming season.
Topics discussed
Intro and ads for ChatGPT and Fantasy Football
Big 12 sponsorship jokes and Monster Energy deal
Conference overview: Texas Tech dominance and tiers
New coaches and quarterback situations in the Big 12
Texas Tech as the conference focal point and stability
Conference depth, Drew Mestemaker, and UCF outlook
Top tier analysis: Texas Tech, BYU, and Houston
Mid-tier teams: Utah, Arizona, TCU, and K-State
Oklahoma State, Arizona State, and Cincinnati previews
Baylor, Kansas, and Iowa State breakdowns
West Virginia, Colorado, and pet player picks
Conference title prediction and club promotion
Outro and final advertisements
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