UCF Knights Gear for Big 12 Media Days as New Era Looms
With media days in Frisco approaching, the Knights confront a 7‑27 record in the Big 12, a revamped roster and the ripple effects of Texas Tech’s loss of Brendan Sorsby.
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With media days in Frisco approaching, the Knights confront a 7‑27 record in the Big 12, a revamped roster and the ripple effects of Texas Tech’s loss of Brendan Sorsby.
The 2026 Big 12 Football Media Days are scheduled for July 7‑8 in Frisco, Texas, offering live coverage on ESPNU, ESPN2 and streaming via ESPN Unlimited, with a full slate of team and player appearances.

At the Big 12 Football Media Days in Frisco, Texas, UCF’s head coach and his quarterback Alonza Barnett III, along with standout players Preston Cushman, Lewis Carter and Jayden Bellamy, outlined the team’s goals for the upcoming season, highlighting preseason accolades and the September 3 opener against Bethune‑Cookman.

Electronic Arts has released detailed ratings for the UCF Knights in EA SPORTS College Football 27, set to debut worldwide on July 9, 2026. The data shows gains in offense, defense and overall scores, with key players like Dylan Wade and Alonza Barnett III earning high marks.

Iowa State quarterback Jaylen Raynor earns an 80 overall rating in EA Sports College Football 27, securing a top‑10 spot in the Big 12 and setting the stage for a pivotal season.
The Sun Devils are slated for just 6.5 victories in 2024, a modest outlook after two seasons that yielded only 19 combined wins. Their schedule, ranked the toughest in the Big 12 and 33rd nationally by Phil Steele, blends a daunting conference lineup with high‑stakes road trips and overseas exposure.
The 2026 Big 12 season will be shaped by a new generation of offensive playmakers, from Arizona’s Noah Fifita to West Virginia’s Cam Cook, each poised to influence his team’s success.

After two strong seasons under head coach Kalani Sitake, BYU enters 2026 with high expectations. The Cougars have prioritized roster retention and will rely on standout players such as LJ Martin and Bear Bachmeier as they navigate a demanding slate of games.

Despite losing more than 50 players, the Cyclones still aim for a bowl berth, and their five road matchups present a spectrum of difficulty, from UCF's modest challenge to BYU's elite test.

The upcoming season will hinge on the performance of quarterbacks across the Big 12, from Arizona’s Noah Fifita to Texas Tech’s uncertain situation, as each program evaluates its options and potential challenges.

The latest forecast from Sports Illustrated assigns confidence ratings to every projected Big Ten quarterback for the 2026 season, highlighting both locked‑in starters and unsettled races.

The latest post‑spring rankings highlight Texas Tech at No. 1, with BYU and Utah close behind, offering a glimpse into the dynamics shaping the Big 12 ahead of the fall.