Big 12 football is reshaping the recruiting landscape. Are SEC powerhouses losing their grip on top talent?

Drake Toll and Cameron Stuart break down the conference's recent recruiting wins, highlighting BYU's coup of landing Rider Lions over Oregon and Alabama. The duo analyzes potential Pac-12 additions to the Big 12, focusing on Washington State and Oregon State's value. Key topics include Spencer McLaughlin's controversial Big 12 rankings, Texas Tech's surprising #1 spot, and the impact of quarterback situations on team prospects. Stuart and Toll also share insider perspectives from Big 12 media days, including candid coach interactions.

Will the Big 12's recruiting surge translate to on-field success this season?

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SEC's fear of Big 12 dominance? Conference rivalries heat up as scheduling debates intensify. Is the SEC's late-season "cupcake" strategy a sign of weakness?

Jake Hatch and the Big 12 Squad dissect the growing tension between conferences, analyzing Brett Yormark's playoff model impact and Greg Sankey's response. The hosts explore how NIL deals are reshaping recruiting landscapes and team rankings. BYU's innovative tourism initiative for visiting fans takes center stage, sparking discussions on enhancing the college football experience.

From comparing Big 12 powerhouses to SEC and Big Ten titans, to debating the merits of various college towns, this episode offers insider perspectives on the evolving dynamics of college football. Tune in for a deep dive into the strategies shaping the future of the sport and the conferences vying for supremacy.

Baylor and TCU football: Who's primed for 2025 Big 12 dominance? Quarterbacks Sawyer Robertson and Josh Hoover face off as both programs eye conference supremacy.

Cam Stuart and Stephen Simcox break down the Bears' and Horned Frogs' paths to success, analyzing key roster moves, coaching stability, and recruiting wins. The hosts dissect Dave Aranda's and Sonny Dykes' job security, explore the impact of top recruit Jamarion Carlton, and debate the Big 12's rising strength against the SEC. With both teams on similar trajectories, which program will separate itself in the chase for the Big 12 title?

Tune in for expert insights on Baylor and TCU's 2025 outlook and discover which team might have the edge in this fierce rivalry.

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