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Big 12 Today with Ari Temkin and James Westling - bringing you the latest news, highlights, interviews and inside information from every corner of the Big 12 Conference.

  1. HACE 2 DÍAS

    NAMES TO KNOW: TOP 5 WR NEWCOMERS TO BIG 12: Eric Ward, Former NFL Tight End and College Football Analyst, Joins Big 12 Today!

    Ari and James continue their popular series, TOP 5 NEWCOMERS: NAMES YOU NEED TO KNOW! Today, they dive into the top five wide receivers poised to make a big impact in the Big 12 this season. The hosts share their differing opinions on who will dominate, highlighting their insights on each player's potential. Both Ari and James agree that Wyatt Young of Oklahoma State is definitely someone to watch. They emphasize his continuity with quarterback Drew Mestemaker from North Texas and the influence of head coach Eric Morris, which could set him up for success. The hosts also concur that Omarion Miller from Arizona State is another standout. They believe he’ll thrive in Kenny Dillingham’s system, bringing his talent to the forefront. To add expert perspective, former Texas Tech wide receiver Eric Ward joined the program. He shared valuable insights into how he implements the offensive principles he learned during his college career into his coaching at Estacado High School. Eric stressed the importance of selflessness among wide receivers and the motto "no block, no rock," emphasizing that blocking is a key part of the position. Eric also discussed how he follows football trends, noting that offenses and defenses constantly adapt. He highlighted that toughness is an essential trait for wide receivers—working hard and maintaining a positive attitude are vital qualities he looks for in players. Drawing from his coaching experience, Eric mentioned that he seeks advice from mentors like Joey McGuire and Clay McGuire, whose insights help him develop his players and program. TUNE IN!

    29 min
  2. 6 FEB

    Former St. John's Head Coach and Kansas Assistant Coach Norm Roberts Joins Big 12 Today!

    Former St. John’s Head Coach and Kansas Assistant Coach Norm Roberts joined Big 12 Today to Preview This Weekend’s Men’s Basketball Games Coach Norm Roberts opened by praising Kansas Head Coach Bill Self, highlighting his exceptional coaching this season and the team’s significant defensive improvement. He emphasized how well Kansas has performed with and without Darryn Peterson on the court, expressing confidence in Peterson’s clutch abilities and his understanding of his own talent. Roberts provided an in-depth analysis of Oklahoma State, noting their impressive recent play and big win over BYU. He credited Steve Lutz for the Cowboys’ turnaround and believes Oklahoma State has strong prospects of making the NCAA Tournament. When discussing the upcoming Big Monday matchup between Kansas and Arizona, Roberts predicted both teams will enter with wins but stressed the importance of high-level play from both sides to succeed. Turning to BYU, Roberts acknowledged their recent struggles, citing a lack of depth and inconsistent bench production as key issues. He also pointed out their defensive difficulties and emphasized the need for more support from their bench players—Rob Wright, AJ Dybantsa, and Richie Saunders—to alleviate pressure on the starters. Regarding the Houston vs. BYU game, Roberts noted Houston’s “bully ball” style and advised BYU to adapt accordingly to counter their physical approach. Lastly, Roberts praised West Virginia’s recent performances, especially their big win over Cincinnati, and expressed confidence that the Mountaineers are a tournament-bound team. TUNE IN!

    17 min

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Big 12 Today with Ari Temkin and James Westling - bringing you the latest news, highlights, interviews and inside information from every corner of the Big 12 Conference.

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