
Bearcats’ Tengesdahl and Fletcher Earn Preseason All‑America Honors
Evan Tengesdahl and Max Fletcher were selected to Pro Football Network’s 2026 Preseason All‑America team, highlighting Cincinnati’s growing national reputation
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Evan Tengesdahl and Max Fletcher were selected to Pro Football Network’s 2026 Preseason All‑America team, highlighting Cincinnati’s growing national reputation

The University of Cincinnati’s football program is entering a critical juncture as it completes its fourth year in the Big 12 Conference, aiming to translate steady progress into a breakthrough performance.

The network’s unofficial rankings reveal a stark contrast between conference expectations and the Cyclones’ recent changes, highlighting key players and the upcoming opener against the Redhawks.
The network’s early rankings place Iowa State at the bottom of the Big 12, while Texas Tech is projected to repeat as champions, and three Iowa State players receive honorable‑mention recognition.
The Big 12’s offseason drama centers on Texas Tech’s Brendan Sorsby, but the conference still forecasts a strong playoff push, highlighted by nine preseason All‑Big 12 selections, key awards for LJ Martin and Ben Roberts, and upcoming media days in Irving.

The 2026 All‑Big 12 Team reflects a forward‑looking view of talent, highlighting projected performance over past accolades and emphasizing the breadth of skill across the league.