
Big 12 Coaching Turnover Reshapes Conference Dynamics
The departure of veteran coaches Mike Gundy and Kyle Whittingham signals a shift toward younger leadership in the Big 12, driven by NIL and transfer portal pressures.
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The departure of veteran coaches Mike Gundy and Kyle Whittingham signals a shift toward younger leadership in the Big 12, driven by NIL and transfer portal pressures.

The Red Raiders' rapid rise, fueled by deep-pocketed boosters and aggressive recruiting, ends in a 23‑0 defeat to Oregon, reigniting criticism of financial disparity in the sport.

JayQuan Snell, a four-star safety from Waxahachie, Texas, pledged to Texas A&M, canceling other official trips and focusing on the Aggies as he eyes a future in both football and track.

The latest chapter in the long‑standing rivalry between Texas Tech and Texas has erupted into a very public dispute between their head coaches, Joey McGuire and Steve Sarkisian. Sarkisian's criticism of the Big XII champion's playoff eligibility sparked a challenge from McGuire, highlighting how modern realignment reshapes traditional rivalries and fuels fan engagement.

The 2026 Big 12 slate features pivotal contests that may define the league’s playoff prospects and championship outlook.

Cody Campbell, a Texas Tech benefactor, is championing a season‑opening football matchup against the University of Texas Longhorns, sparking a clash of narratives involving coaching comments, NIL support, and the financial engine behind college athletics.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian lauds Indiana Hoosiers coach Curt Cignetti for guiding an unbeaten 12‑0 campaign, highlighting unconventional roster moves and schedule adjustments that are set to influence the sport.

The Texas‑Texas Tech rivalry has moved from football to the Women's College World Series softball championship, setting up a historic best‑of‑three showdown.

Jalen Brewster, the nation's highest‑rated 2027 recruit, remains committed to Texas Tech but is being courted by LSU, Florida, Indiana and SMU after a key coach left the program.
The latest issue of Dave Campbell's Texas Football showcases a striking cover that highlights Texas Tech's rise and a high school phenom, blending college and prep talent in a single visual narrative.

The iconic 'Football Bible of Texas' spotlights the Red Raiders' ascent, featuring coach Joey McGuire, athletic director Kirby Hocutt, general manager James Blanchard, and other key figures in a story titled 'Inside the Modern College Football Machine.'

Notre Dame is reshaping its football schedule, seeking new Big 12 opponents as USC's future remains uncertain.

A Texas court is poised to rule on an injunction that could let quarterback Brendan Sorsby play in the 2026 season, after the NCAA declared him permanently ineligible for alleged gambling on his own team's games. The case pits the quarterback and his high‑profile attorneys against the NCAA, with Texas Tech backing his bid.

During a Texas summit of Big 12 leaders, discussions centered on an expanded playoff, revenue sharing and greater replay openness, with BYU emerging as a central beneficiary.

A recent suggestion by Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire to open the season with a game against the Texas Longhorns has ignited a heated debate across college football circles, prompting a swift rebuke from sports analyst Paul Finebaum.

A detailed look at the wagering violations, the NCAA's response, and the legal fight that could restore Brendan Sorsby's final season of college football.

A possible Notre Dame versus Texas Tech showdown is gaining traction, driven by Texas’s uncertain schedule and Joey McGuire’s knack for turning speculation into headline news.

Big 12 coaches unanimously support a 24‑team College Football Playoff, which could bring up to five teams into the postseason, add a tenth conference game, and reshape scheduling and revenue models.

The NCAA’s latest filing accuses former Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby of placing roughly $90,000 in prohibited sports bets, detailing a pattern that spanned Indiana, Cincinnati and Texas Tech. As Sorsby attempts to regain eligibility, his coach and a treatment facility support his pursuit of a reduced penalty.

Cody Campbell, a Texas Tech benefactor, criticized Texas and coach Steve Sarkisian, prompting a response from coach Joey McGuire and reigniting a dormant rivalry.

A former Texas Tech quarterback placed roughly $90,000 in sports bets over four years, including wagers on his own team, prompting an NCAA eligibility ruling and a subsequent appeal backed by his coach and university leadership.
Texas Tech is preparing for the next season as Will Hammond returns to on‑field work after knee surgery, and quarterback Brendan Sorsby faces an injunction hearing that could determine his eligibility.

Texas Tech's coach Joey McGuire has thrown down a financial gauntlet to the University of Texas, hoping to spark a marquee matchup that could reshape the Longhorns' carefully curated schedule.

During a Texas summit, Big 12 coaches and administrators voiced unanimous support for expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams, citing the need for greater representation and a more sustainable postseason model.