First and 16 Podcast - Big 12 College Football and College Basketball

On today's episode, we break down two major stories shaking the college sports world. First, the University of Utah is making history with a first-of-its-kind private equity deal, potentially raising over $500 million for its athletic department and creating a new model for college sports revenue. We’ll explain how it works, what it means for athletes, donors, and the NCAA, and why it’s not the end of the world for sports.

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The Big 12 is getting pushed around again — and the people who are supposed to defend this conference are nowhere to be found. In this episode, we dive into the baffling silence from Big 12 leadership during one of the most unfair stretches the league has faced. We break down why the conference deserves better, why transparency matters, and why fans are fed up.

We also take a look at the growing trend of Big 12 teams opting out of b...

It’s championship week in the Big 12, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. In this episode, we break down the key matchups, momentum swings, and X-factors heading into the Big 12 Championship Game—plus give our official score prediction. Then we turn to the stars of the season, reacting to and debating the First Team All–Big 12 selections. Who earned it, who got snubbed, and what it all means for the conference’s national perception.

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In this episode, we dive deep into the Big 12 Championship matchup between BYU and Texas Tech. We break down every position group — quarterbacks, running backs, receivers, offensive line, defensive fronts, linebackers, secondaries, and special teams — assessing strengths, weaknesses, and key matchups that will define the title game.

We also discuss coaching strategies, game-changing X-factors, and what each team must do to hoist the...

In this episode of First and 16, we break down the high-stakes Big 12 Championship Game — key matchups, momentum shifts, and what this showdown means for the conference landscape. Then we turn to major program news: Kalani Sitake staying at BYU. We explore what this decision means for Cougar recruiting, staff stability, the fanbase, and BYU’s trajectory in the Big 12 going forward.

Insightful analysis, real implications, and a look ...

In this impassioned final episode before the Selection Committee releases its playoff field, we lay out the definitive case for BYU as an at-large team. From their strength of schedule to their ranked wins, to the metrics, the eye test, and how their résumé stacks up against teams ahead of them, this is the ultimate plea for fairness and consistency. We break down why the Cougars check every box the Committee claims to value — and ...

The Big 12 regular season has officially slammed shut, and chaos is the only constant. In this episode, we break down the final weekend’s biggest moments, surprises, and heartbreaks across the conference. From title-game shifts to teams surging late, we recap everything that shaped the league’s postseason picture.

Then we turn to the Cougars. BYU’s playoff hopes aren’t dead yet — but what exactly would it take for the Cougars to sne...

This weekend’s college football slate is loaded with stakes, chaos, and razor-thin margins — and Texas Tech, BYU, and Utah are somehow still alive in the College Football Playoff chase. In this episode, we break down the must-watch matchups across the country, what results each Big 12 contender needs, and how realistic their playoff paths actually are. From tiebreaker twists to national upset alerts, we map out every scenario that ...

Today on First and 16, I unleash a full-scale rant on the College Football Playoff rankings after another baffling week from the committee. From blatant inconsistency to outright disrespect, we break down how BYU continues to get overlooked and why the entire Big 12 is being treated like an afterthought. We expose the committee’s contradictions, highlight the resumes they’re ignoring, and explain what this says about the national n...

In today’s edition of First and 16, we break down the latest action from the Big 12 Conference’s weekend slate — including key wins from BYU Cougars (26-14 at Cincinnati) and other meaningful games. We’ll go through what these results mean for the conference title picture, examine how they shape the path to the College Football Playoff, and ask: Can the Big 12 land more than one team in the field? With just a few weeks remaining, t...

This episode breaks down score predictions across the Big 12 and dives into some of the biggest national games shaping the playoff picture. We analyze key matchups, upset potential, and what each outcome would mean for the College Football Playoff race. From conference chaos to national contenders trying to hang on, we sort out who’s rising, who’s slipping, and who controls their own path to the postseason.

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This episode breaks down the biggest and most meaningful matchups to watch across college football this weekend. We spotlight the games that will shake up conference races, influence the College Football Playoff picture, and reveal who’s for real as the season tightens. From under-the-radar trap games to primetime showdowns, we give you the full roadmap of what to watch, why it matters, and how each result could reshape the nationa...

This episode dives into the latest College Football Playoff rankings and why they make absolutely no sense. We break down the inconsistencies, the “rules” the committee claims to use, and how those same standards magically don’t apply to certain teams. From strength of schedule to “game control” to head-to-head, we expose the contradictions, highlight who’s getting propped up, who’s getting punished, and what it means for the Big 1...

The College Football Playoff picture is tightening, and the bubble is more crowded than ever. In this episode, we dive into the teams living on the edge of the CFP chase — including BYU, Alabama, Utah, and several others fighting to stay alive. We break down each team’s résumé, remaining schedule, path to the top four, and the chaos they need to sneak into the bracket. From surprise contenders to perennial powerhouses trying to cla...

Last week delivered another dramatic slate of Big 12 action, and the scoreboard is telling an even bigger story: the conference is still firmly in the hunt for multiple College Football Playoff spots. In this episode, we break down every key result from around the league, what those wins and losses mean for the standings, and how the Big 12’s top contenders stack up nationally. From statement victories to shaky escapes, we outline ...

In this episode of First and 16, we dig into why Utah AD Mark Harlan becoming the Big 12’s representative on the College Football Playoff Committee is raising alarms across the conference. With Arkansas’ AD taking over as committee chairman and the fallout from Mack Rhoades’ departure still fresh, we break down what this new power structure means for the Big 12’s national influence, playoff positioning, and long-term credibility. I...

This episode breaks down the biggest and most meaningful matchups to watch across college football this weekend. We spotlight the games that will shake up conference races, influence the College Football Playoff picture, and reveal who’s for real as the season tightens. From under-the-radar trap games to primetime showdowns, we give you the full roadmap of what to watch, why it matters, and how each result could reshape the nationa...