First and 12 Podcast - Big 12 College Football and College Basketball
Your daily podcast for Big 12 Football, Big 12 Basketball, and all other Big 12 Sports. First and 12 delivers sharp analysis, insider rumors, and in-depth breakdowns for all 16 Big 12 teams — from Texas Tech and BYU to Kansas State and UCF. Whether it’s Big 12 football Saturdays or March Madness runs, we cover every story, every angle, every time.
Stay updated with Big 12 news, game previews and recaps, transfer portal moves, coaching updates, and more. Fast-paced and info-packed, First and 12 is your go-to source for everything Big 12 sports.
Episodes
88 episodes
Big 12 Week 2 Preview: Key Matchups and National Games to Watch
Week 2 of the college football season is here, and the stakes are already rising. In this episode of First and 12, we break down every Big 12 matchup, highlighting the games that could shape the early conference race. From potential st...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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23:53
Alabama Dynasty Over? - Big 12 and College Football Over Reactions
College football is back, and so are the overreactions. In this episode, we break down the hottest takes coming out of Week 1 in the Big 12 and across the national landscape including whether the Alabama dynasty is over. From declaring playoff ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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22:04
Top 25 Showdown: My Rankings vs. the AP Poll - Reaction to AP Top 25
In this episode of First and 12, I reveal my own Top 25 college football rankings and compare them to the official AP Top 25. How does the Big 12 match up? Which teams are overrated, underrated, or right where they should be? I break d...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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19:46
TCU DOMINTATES and Ruins ESPN's Bill Belichick Party Against North Carolina
TCU dominated against North Carolina 42-14 and ruined the arrival of Bill Belichick to the game of college football. What does this mean for TCU and its future? We talk about that on today's episode.
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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9:05
Big 12 Week 1 Recap: Statement Wins and Early Surprises All Around College Football
Week 1 of college football is in the books, and the Big 12 delivered drama, statement victories, and a few surprises. From dominant performances to shaky starts, we break down every Big 12 matchup, highlight standout players, and talk about wha...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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24:23
Cincinnati Loses Heartbreaker, Houston Shines, UCF and Oklahoma State Hold Serve
We recap last night’s Big 12 action from August 29th, breaking down Cincinnati’s showdown with Nebraska at Arrowhead, a surprsing defensive dominance by Houston, and somewhat concerning wins by Oklahoma State and UCF.
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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10:18
Big 12 and Other College Football Hot Takes Ahead of Week 1
The season is almost here, and it’s time to lay it all on the line. In this episode of First and 12, I break down my boldest hot takes heading into the year—who’s overrated, who’s underrated, surprise contenders, and which teams might ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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18:05
Week 1 Score Predictions: Texas vs Ohio State, LSU vs Clemson, and Every Big 12 Game
Week 1 of college football is here, and we’re breaking down score predictions for every Big 12 matchup, plus two of the biggest non-conference games of the season: Texas vs Ohio State and Clemson vs LSU. Who will make a statement in Week 1? Can...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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15:16
Kelly Ford Rankings Expose SEC vs Big 12 Bias in College Football
In this bonus episode, we dive into Kelly Ford’s latest rankings and how they reveal the massive gap in perception between the SEC and Big 12. Why can an 8-4 SEC team be considered playoff-worthy while Big 12 programs feel like they need to go ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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15:58
Big 12 and Beyond: Week 1 College Football What to Watch Preview
College Football is back — and so is the Big 12, with new teams, new rivalries, and high-stakes openers! In this Week 1 preview, we spotlight the biggest Big 12 matchups you need to watch. From powerhouses defending their turf to newcomers tryi...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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27:01
Big 12 Week 1 Power Rankings: Kansas State Plummets, BYU Slips, Kansas and Iowa State Soar
Week 0 is in the books, and the Big 12 Power Rankings already look different. Which teams impressed, who stumbled, and how should fans feel heading into Week 1? In this episode of First and 12, we break down every major shift, highligh...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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23:07
Week Zero College Football Recap | Kansas State, Iowa State & Biggest Storylines
College Football Week Zero is in the books, and the storylines are already heating up. We break down how Kansas State and Iowa State looked in their opener in Dublin, Ireland, and what’s next for both programs. Plus, we react to the biggest sco...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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24:50
SEC Going to 9 Conference Games - What it Means for the Big 12 and College Football
The SEC has finally added a ninth conference game, but what does that mean for the rest of college football? In this episode of First and 12, we break down how the move could actually benefit the Big 12—from media rights leverage to pl...
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Season 1
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Episode 76
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10:42
Big 12 Superlatives on Gameday Eve of College Football
From “Most Likely to Drastically Surprise” to “Biggest QB Breakout,” we’re handing out every Big 12 superlative ahead of the 2025 season. Which teams and players deserve the spotlight—and which ones might be headed for disappointment? Adam brea...
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Season 1
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Episode 75
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24:11
College Football Score Predictions: Week Zero
Week Zero is finally here! In this episode of First and 12, we break down every matchup worth watching, preview the biggest storylines, and drop our score predictions—ranging from safe bets to bold upsets. Can BYU make an early stateme...
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Season 1
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Episode 74
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16:19
BYU Football Announces Starting Quarterback + Which College Football Games to Tune Into For Week 0
College football is officially back! In this episode of First and 12, we break down the must-watch matchups of Week 0 that will set the tone for the season. Plus, big news out of Provo—BYU has officially named Bear Bachmeier as its sta...
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Season 1
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Episode 73
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17:12
ESPN FPI College Football Rankings Change Despite No Games Played
How does ESPN’s Football Power Index make drastic changes when no games have even been played? In this episode of First and 12, we dive into the sudden FPI shake-up, what it means for Big 12 programs, and whether the analytics are trul...
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Season 1
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Episode 72
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9:29
24 Team College Football Playoff? A Power Move by the Big 10 or a Good Idea?
The Big Ten is reportedly eyeing an expanded 24 or even 28-team College Football Playoff — but is this really about giving more teams a chance, or is it a political maneuver to reshape the model in their favor? On this episode of First and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 71
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23:18
Michigan Consequence Sets Precedent For Other College Football Teams to Cheat
The NCAA’s long-awaited ruling on Michigan’s sign-stealing scandal is finally here—and it’s massive. We break down the millions in fines, lost Big Ten revenue, recruiting restrictions, and multi-year show-cause penalties for key figures includi...
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Season 1
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Episode 70
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12:23
Kansas to the Big 10? What the $300 Million Donation May Mean
Kansas just landed a jaw-dropping $300 million donation from billionaire booster David Booth — the largest gift in college sports history. In this episode, we break down how this record-setting move could transform Jayhawks football from a Big ...
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Season 1
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Episode 69
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18:12
Is the Big 12 Being Used For Engagement? Plus Big 12 Announces Halftime Performer
Is the Big 12 the easy target for college football writers looking to stir the pot and rack up clicks? We dig into whether media outlets are intentionally underrating Big 12 teams for engagement, breaking down the patterns, narratives, and poss...
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Season 1
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Episode 68
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20:09
Deep Dive Into AP 25 Preseason Rankings For Big 12, SEC, Others
The AP Preseason Top 25 is here—and the Big 12 got plenty of both love and disrespect. We break down every ranked Big 12 team, call out the biggest snubs, and react to the most head-scratching picks in the poll. From playoff contenders to teams...
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Season 1
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Episode 67
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21:00
Top 5 Biggest Big 12 Games to Kick Off the 2025 Season
The wait is over—Big 12 football is back! From Week 0 warmups to Week 1 blockbusters, Adam Gibby counts down the five biggest matchups to start the 2025 season. Which games could shake up the rankings, set the tone for conference play, and put ...
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Season 1
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Episode 65
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23:09
AP Top 25 Reaction: How the Preseason Rankings Snubbed the Big 12, Boosted Others
The AP Preseason Poll is here, and it’s already stirring debate. Adam Gibby breaks down where the Big 12 landed, which teams are shockingly overrated, and the programs voters completely slept on. From playoff contenders to teams with something ...
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Episode 64
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11:29
EXPOSED: Big 12 is Underrated While Big 10 and SEC Enjoy Elevated AP Rankings
For years, ESPN, Fox, and other major sports networks have quietly elevated certain conferences while downplaying the Big 12’s talent, storylines, and successes. In this episode of First and 12, Adam Gibby breaks down how the media’s c...
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Season 1
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Episode 63
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21:01