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JaQuan Bailey, a former Iowa State defensive end, discusses his move to NASCAR’s No. 17 team, his collegiate legacy, and the cultural shift he brings to pit row.
At the 2026 College Football Media Days, key storylines included the SEC’s breakaway discussions, a push for a 24‑team playoff, and notable player health updates, reflecting the sport’s shifting dynamics.
From Ames to Provo, a dozen programs have turned to new head coaches, reshaping strategies and expectations as the Big 12 enters a pivotal era.
Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark advocates a 24‑team College Football Playoff, saying it would provide greater access and opportunities for programs outside the traditional power conferences, while acknowledging pending economic and logistical challenges.
Long‑time Laredo Morning Times columnist Clara Sandoval shares her excitement for the Big 12 Football Media Days in Frisco, Texas, highlighting new coaching talent, playoff expansion talks, and her enduring passion for the sport.
With Texas Tech viewed as the frontrunner and several programs investing heavily in talent, the Big 12 is lobbying for more playoff spots while emphasizing the need to win games to prove its elite status.
An examination of the pressures facing Texas Tech football as it navigates fan traditions, leadership disputes, and a looming debt, urging a focus on on‑field success.
According to ESPN’s Football Power Index, West Virginia is slated for a 5.4‑6.6 record and a mere 0.7 % chance at the Big 12 title in 2026.
At The Star in Frisco, Texas, the 2026 Big 12 Media Day highlighted a $20 million partnership with Monster Energy and gave West Virginia coach Rich Rodriguez a platform to outline the Mountaineers’ quarterback competition, the arrival of standout transfer Cam Cook, and the health of key recruits.
The Big 12 has struck a $20 million, multi‑year agreement with Monster Energy, bringing jersey patches, court logos and significant cash inflows to member schools.
Commissioner Brett Yormark defended a proposed 24‑team playoff and voiced support for legislation to protect women’s sports, while navigating fallout from a disputed quarterback eligibility case.
At Big 12 Media Days, Arizona State’s head coach emphasized a unchanged coaching staff, a 19‑win stretch over two seasons and a $20 million deal with Monster Energy that will brand the conference’s football slate.
Commissioner Brett Yormark argues that a 24‑team College Football Playoff would increase access and reshape the postseason landscape, despite scheduling and financial challenges.
At a gathering in Frisco, Texas, commissioner Brett Yormark addressed controversies, announced new partnerships, and hinted at a broader future for the Big 12.
The Big 12 Conference has named Monster Energy as its entitlement sponsor for football and basketball, injecting $20 million each year into the league and expanding the brand’s presence across uniforms, fields, courts and digital platforms.
The Big 12 has named Monster Energy its entitlement partner for football and basketball, embedding the brand across conference assets and fan experiences.
The Big 12 announced a multiyear sponsorship with Monster Energy that will fund $20 million each year and add co‑branded patches and logos across its sports venues.
The annual Big 12 Football Media Days began with eight schools, featuring Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders, commissioner Brett Yormark’s state‑of‑the‑conference address, and a new multi‑year partnership with Monster Energy that will brand the conference’s football and basketball seasons.
The agreement brings financial benefits to member schools, introduces co‑branded logos on fields and courts, and renames the conference’s regular season under the Monster Energy banner.
The Big 12 has finalized a multiyear agreement with Monster Energy, designating the beverage giant as the entitlement partner for its football and basketball championships and injecting about $20 million per season into member schools.
The Big 12 Conference opens its football media days in Frisco, Texas, with Commissioner Brett Yormark leading discussions that include the Brendan Sorsby saga, sports betting, and pending federal legislation.
With the Big 12 media days looming, Oklahoma State is charting a bold path forward. Ten pivotal questions surround the team's offensive line, quarterback evolution, and defensive overhaul, all while a wave of transfers and fresh talent seeks to reshape the program's destiny.
The 2026 Big 12 Football Media Days will take place in Frisco, Texas, featuring live broadcasts, major controversies, and the first public appearances of several new coaches.
The 2026 Big 12 Football Media Days will take place July 7‑8 in Frisco, Texas, with live broadcasts on ESPNU and Big 12 Studios, featuring discussions on Texas Tech’s off‑field issues, Deion Sanders’ Colorado rebuild, Arizona State’s quarterback questions and more.