The Big 12’s opening weekend delivered a series of award‑winning performances, as the conference’s top players and units were recognized for their contributions in Week One.
Week One Accolades
Arizona State quarterback Cutter Boley made an immediate impact, completing 77.8% of his passes for 387 yards and six touchdowns in his debut, a tally that set a new school record for the most yards by a signal caller in an ASU opening game.
West Virginia running back Cam Cook also debuted with fire, rushing for 142 yards and two touchdowns, highlighted by a 72‑yard first carry that stood as the longest rush of his young career.
Colorado’s defensive unit shone in a narrow 14‑13 victory over Georgia Tech, where defensive lineman Lamont Lester Jr. recorded three sacks and forced punts, while cornerback Boo Carter recovered a fumble and made key tackles to preserve the win.
Iowa State defensive end Isaac Terrell matched Lester’s sack total, posting three takedowns that tied for the third most in program history and marked the first time a Cyclone had achieved that feat since 2006.
BYU’s special teams and freshmen added further sparkle; defensive back Cannon DeVries returned a kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown and ranked third nationally in punt return average, while freshman wide receiver Legend Glasker caught three passes for 65 yards, two touchdowns, and added a rushing score, becoming the first BYU freshman with three or more scores since 2012.
Cincinnati’s offensive line opened lanes for running back Gi’Bran Payne, who posted a career‑high 108 yards, and quarterback JC French IV contributed three touchdowns in a 34‑15 win over Boston College, illustrating the collective strength that earned the Bearcats recognition.
With record‑breaking debuts, explosive special‑teams plays, and dominant defensive performances across multiple programs, the Big 12’s opening week set an energetic tone for the season ahead.