
K-State Faces Cincinnati in Pivotal Big 12 Opener
The Week 4 matchup between Kansas State and Cincinnati serves as the first true test for Collin Klein's Wildcats and the Bearcats' rebound effort after a turbulent finish to last season.
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The Week 4 matchup between Kansas State and Cincinnati serves as the first true test for Collin Klein's Wildcats and the Bearcats' rebound effort after a turbulent finish to last season.

Quarterback Brendan Sorsby's descent into sports gambling forced him into rehab, prompted a temporary injunction and a move to the NFL Supplemental Draft, triggering a chain reaction that saw Texas Tech lose a key player, conference rivals withdraw from future matchups and the Big 12 file a legal complaint.

The Cincinnati Bearcats have added two prospects to their 2027 recruiting class, boosting their national ranking, and are turning to Georgia Southern transfer JC French IV to fill the quarterback void left by Brendan Sorsby.

Bill Connelly's SP+ ratings place Texas Tech at the top of the projected Big 12 order for 2026, with quarterback Brendan Sorsby eligible after a brief suspension. The outlook also highlights rising contenders, new head coaches and pivotal player storylines across the conference.

Four-star quarterback Dane Weber pledged to the University of California, Berkeley, bringing a dual-threat skill set and a top-ranked recruiting class to the Pacific-12 program.

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 Cyclones enter a new era under coach Jimmy Rogers, aiming to return to bowl eligibility. Their home slate ranges from a straightforward week‑zero matchup to formidable late‑season battles.

The Cyclones open against SEMO and face a gauntlet of rivals, from Bowling Green to Oklahoma State, as the 2026 season unfolds.

Dane Weber, a four-star quarterback from Chaparral High School, has trimmed his recruitment list to three programs. He will soon set foot on the Berkeley campus before heading to Cincinnati and UCLA for official visits, as each school pursues the dual-threat talent

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.