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

Adam Gibby
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Your daily podcast for Big 12 Football, Big 12 Basketball, and all other Big 12 Sports. First and 16 delivers sharp analysis, insider rumors, and in-depth breakdowns for all 16 Big 12 teams — from Texas Tech and BYU to Kansas State and UCF. Whether it's Big 12 football Saturdays or March Madness runs, we cover every story, every angle, every time.Stay updated with Big 12 news, game previews and recaps, transfer portal moves, coaching updates, and more. Fast-paced and info-packed, First and 12 is your go-to source for everything Big 12 sports.

  1. 1D AGO

    Government Led College Football?!: 24-Team Playoff Shake-Up & Transfer Portal Madness

    This episode of First and 16 dives into the growing buzz around a potential 24-team College Football Playoff—this time with pressure and influence coming from the government side of things. What would expansion mean for the sport, the players, and the power structure of college athletics? Then, we pivot to college basketball, where the transfer portal has turned into pure chaos. With players moving at unprecedented rates, is this freedom empowering athletes or destabilizing the game? We break down the implications, winners, losers, and what it all means for the future of college sports.

    20 min
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  3. 5D AGO

    Big 10 is Right: Why College Football NEEDS a 24-Team Playoff (And the Perfect Format to Fix It)

    The future of college football is at a crossroads—and the current playoff system isn't cutting it. In this episode of First and 16, we break down exactly why the sport should expand to a 24-team playoff and how it would completely transform the postseason. From fairness and access to preserving the regular season's intensity, we dive into the biggest arguments for expansion. Plus, we design the ideal 24-team format—how bids should be allocated, which teams get byes, and how to balance power conferences with deserving Group of Five programs. If you care about the future of the sport, this is a conversation you can't miss.

    17 min

  4. APR 8

    Is the Transfer Portal Destroying College Basketball? The Harsh Truth About an Unsustainable System

    The college basketball landscape is changing fast—and not necessarily for the better. In this episode of First & 16, we break down how the NCAA transfer portal is reshaping the sport, from constant roster turnover to the loss of team identity and long-term player development. Is the transfer portal ruining college basketball? Or is it simply exposing deeper issues within the NCAA system? We dive into the unintended consequences of player freedom, NIL influence, and year-to-year instability that coaches, programs, and fans are now facing. Plus, we explore why many believe this model is completely unsustainable—and what changes could be coming next. If you care about the future of college hoops, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.

    15 min

  5. APR 6

    Big 12 Future: Should UConn Join? Arizona's Final Four Fallout & SEC Losing Its Grip

    The Big 12 is at a crossroads. After Arizona's shocking Final Four loss, what's next for the conference? Could UConn be the perfect addition to shake up college basketball? And is the SEC losing its dominance in both football and basketball? Join Adam Gibby on First and 16 as we break down conference realignment, championship implications, and the future of Big 12 supremacy.

    22 min

  6. APR 3

    Arizona's Final Four Run + Big 12 Spring Football Power Rankings | First and 16

    The madness as the NCAA Final Four takes center stage—with a heavy spotlight on the surging Arizona Wildcats. How did Arizona get here, and do they have what it takes to cut down the nets? Plus, we shift gears to the gridiron and dive into our early Spring Football Power Rankings for the Big 12 Conference. Who's rising, who's falling, and which teams are poised to dominate heading into the 2026 season? 🏀 Arizona Final Four analysis 🏈 Big 12 spring power rankings 🔥 Sleepers, contenders, and bold takes Don't miss one of our most loaded episodes yet.

    23 min

  7. MAR 23

    Sweet 16 Breakdown: Big 12 Final Four Chances, Big Ten Dominance, NIL Impact & Referee Controversy

    The Sweet 16 is set, and the Big 12 still has three teams dancing. In this episode of First & 16, Adam Gibby breaks down which Big 12 team has the best path to the Final Four, why the Big Ten may be the real winner of March Madness, and how NIL and the transfer portal are changing the NCAA Tournament forever. We also dive into the growing debate around officiating, TV money, and whether big teams get favorable calls, plus a full look at the remaining matchups including Houston, Iowa State, Arizona, Purdue, Michigan, Tennessee, Arkansas, and more.

    22 min

  8. MAR 22

    The Death of Cinderella: When March Madness Became Black Friday

    In this episode of First and 16, we take a hard look at what happened to the magic of March. The Cinderella stories that once defined the Tournament feel fewer and farther between, replaced by a system that's starting to look a lot like Black Friday—fast, transactional, and dominated by the biggest brands. We dive into how NIL, the transfer portal, and shifting power structures have reshaped the landscape, and why the nostalgia still hits… even if the experience isn't quite the same. Is the madness still magical, or just another market?

    24 min
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Your daily podcast for Big 12 Football, Big 12 Basketball, and all other Big 12 Sports. First and 16 delivers sharp analysis, insider rumors, and in-depth breakdowns for all 16 Big 12 teams — from Texas Tech and BYU to Kansas State and UCF. Whether it's Big 12 football Saturdays or March Madness runs, we cover every story, every angle, every time.Stay updated with Big 12 news, game previews and recaps, transfer portal moves, coaching updates, and more. Fast-paced and info-packed, First and 12 is your go-to source for everything Big 12 sports.

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