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Cyclone Fanatic's Jake Brend and Heartland College Sports' Derek Duke team up to dive into the Big 12 conference. In an ever-changing league, Jake and Derek provide a steady hand to cover the most interesting league in college sports.

  1. Aug 25

    Bigger Than 12: Big 12 Preseason Predictions: Playoff Teams, Hot Seats & BOLD Takes!

    Jake Brend and Derek Duke make their official 2026 Big 12 football preseason predictions on Bigger Than 12! The guys reveal their Big 12 preseason standings, conference championship pick, Player of the Year and Coach of the Year selections, biggest games of the season, hot seat rankings, and several bold predictions. They debate BYU, Texas Tech, Utah, Houston, Arizona, Arizona State, Oklahoma State, Kansas State, TCU, Iowa State, UCF, and the rest of the Big 12, including which teams could surprise, which coaches are under the most pressure, and which players could become national stars. The guys also identify the three most important Big 12 games of 2026, including Houston at Texas Tech, the Holy War between BYU and Utah, and Notre Dame at BYU. Plus, they discuss the Big 12's College Football Playoff chances, TCU vs. North Carolina in Dublin, and whether the conference can finally win another playoff game. Bigger Than 12 presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Bigger Than 12: Big 12 Preseason Predictions: Playoff Teams, Hot Seats & BOLD Takes!

  2. Aug 20

    Bigger Than 12: Can Texas Tech Repeat? The BIG 12's Biggest Questions

    Big 12 football is almost here, and the biggest questions surrounding BYU and Texas Tech are taking center stage. Jake Brend and Derek Duke break down the two teams that met in last year's Big 12 Championship, examining what BYU and Texas Tech return, their biggest offseason losses, quarterback questions, and their chances of competing for another Big 12 title. The guys dive into BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier, LJ Martin, and the Cougars' difficult task of replacing their top receivers, while also looking ahead to BYU's massive home matchup with Notre Dame. They debate whether that game could be the most important non-conference matchup in recent Big 12 history and what a BYU win would mean for the conference's College Football Playoff hopes. They also break down Texas Tech, including Will Hammond replacing Brendan Sorsby, the Red Raiders' massive defensive losses, their returning talent, and whether their defense can remain elite. Plus, the guys debate Big 12 quarterback rankings, question Devin Dampier's place among the conference's best QBs, preview Week Zero, and wrap things up by drafting the best chip flavors. Bigger Than 12 presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Bigger Than 12: Can Texas Tech Repeat? The BIG 12's Biggest Questions

  3. Aug 11

    Bigger Than 12: Can Utah Cruise to the Big 12 Championship?

    The college football season is almost here, and Jake Brend and Derek Duke continue their Big 12 previews with a deep dive into Houston, Utah, and Iowa State. The guys discuss why everyone suddenly believes in Oklahoma State, whether Houston can repeat last year's success under Willie Fritz, why Utah's favorable schedule makes the Utes a legitimate Big 12 title contender, and what realistic expectations should be for Jimmy Rogers' first season at Iowa State. Plus, the guys discuss Texas Tech's latest roster move, the ongoing NCAA eligibility chaos, Iowa Everywhere Live, Iowa trivia, and draft their favorite movies released since 2000. 🏈 In this episode: • Is Oklahoma State actually underrated anymore? • Houston season outlook and Willie Fritz's rebuild • Connor Wegman and Houston's Big 12 title chances • Utah's new era under Morgan Scalley • Can Utah win the Big 12? • Iowa State's rebuild under Jimmy Rogers • Can the Cyclones reach a bowl game? • NCAA eligibility ruling discussion • Iowa State Fair trivia • Drafting the best movies since 2000 Bigger Than 12 presented by WealthCharter Retirement Planning & Tax. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Bigger Than 12: Can Utah Cruise to the Big 12 Championship?

  4. Aug 3

    Bigger Than 12: This Might Actually Save College Football

    Jake Brend and Derek Duke break down the proposed Save College Sports Act, the biggest piece of college football legislation in years. The guys discuss salary caps, transfer portal reform, conference size limits, and whether the SEC and Big Ten are finally willing to help the sport instead of just themselves. Plus, season previews for Arizona and Arizona State, Bob Chesney's comments on College Football Playoff expansion, and the most important Whiskey River Draft yet: the greatest sandwiches of all time. 🏈 Save College Sports Act • What the proposed legislation would change • Salary cap increases and university funding • One-time transfer rules • Conference size limits • Why this could be the biggest reset college athletics has seen in years • Can Congress actually get it across the finish line? 🌵 Arizona Season Preview • Noah Fifita returns to lead the Wildcats • Can Arizona repeat last year's success? • Biggest strengths and concerns • 2026 schedule prediction and win total ☀️ Arizona State Season Preview • Kenny Dillingham faces a massive roster rebuild • Replacing Sam Leavitt and key departures • Can the Sun Devils stay in the Big 12 title hunt? • Projecting Arizona State's 2026 season 🏆 Plus... • Bob Chesney's proposal for College Football Playoff expansion • Why college football shouldn't become the NFL • Best sandwiches draft Bigger Than 12 presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Bigger Than 12: This Might Actually Save College Football

  5. Jul 29

    Bigger Than 12: Big Ten/SEC Power Grab, Kansas State's New Era & Big 12 Season Previews

    Jake Brend and Derek Duke continue their 2026 Big 12 football preview series by breaking down Cincinnati, TCU, and Kansas State while reacting to the latest developments from Big Ten Media Days. The guys discuss the growing partnership between the Big Ten and SEC, the future of conference championships, and what it all means for the Big 12. Plus, their favorite things to do during a 100-degree Iowa summer. 🏈 Big Ten vs. The Big 12 The guys discuss: • Why the Big Ten and SEC continue pulling away • Tony Petitti's latest comments on college football's future • Conference championship games potentially disappearing • Why regional rivalries still matter to the sport 🐻 Cincinnati, TCU & Kansas State Preview Season outlooks include: • Can Scott Satterfield survive another season at Cincinnati? • Is TCU making the right move by changing its offensive identity? • Colin Klein's first season leading Kansas State • Which team has the best chance to exceed expectations in 2026? 🌪️ Big 12 Storylines • Iowa and Iowa State reportedly working to extend the Cy-Hawk Series • Why preserving rivalry games matters • Early expectations around the conference race 🥃 Plus • Whiskey River Draft: Best things to do when it's 100° outside • Iowa trivia Bigger Than 12 presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Bigger Than 12: Big Ten/SEC Power Grab, Kansas State's New Era & Big 12 Season Previews

  6. Jul 21

    Bigger Than 12: Season outlooks for UCF, Baylor & Kansas + more SEC nonsense & Big 12 coaches draft

    Jake Brend and Derek Duke continue their 2026 season outlooks with an in-depth breakdown of UCF, Baylor and Kansas. Then Brend and Duke react to some of the bizarre quotes from SEC Media Days and how it relates to the Big 12. The fellas continue their draft season by drafting the league's football coaches. Presented by Wealth Charter Retirement Planning & Tax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Jul 14

    Bigger Than 12: Jamie Pollard Retires, Big 12 Season Previews & Best MLB Players Draft

    With Jake Brend away, Jackson Pence joins Derek Duke to kick off the 2026 Bigger Than 12 season preview series. The guys break down Oklahoma State, Colorado, and West Virginia, discuss Jamie Pollard's decision to retire as Iowa State's athletic director, answer Iowa trivia, and wrap up with an MLB draft featuring the best players of the past decade. 🏈 Big 12 Team Previews The season preview series begins with: • Oklahoma State's complete roster overhaul under Eric Morris • Can Colorado rebound in Year 3 under Deion Sanders? • Rich Rodriguez's rebuild at West Virginia • Biggest strengths, weaknesses and realistic expectations for each program 🌪️ Jamie Pollard's Legacy Derek and Jackson discuss: • Pollard announcing his retirement • His impact on Iowa State athletics • The hires that transformed the Cyclones • What's next for Iowa State's athletic department ⚾ MLB All-Star Week Draft To celebrate the All-Star break, the guys draft the best MLB players from the last decade. Bigger Than 12 presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Bigger Than 12: Jamie Pollard Retires, Big 12 Season Previews & Best MLB Players Draft

  8. Jul 9

    Bigger Than 12: Big 12 Media Days Reaction, Monster Deal Debate & Texas Tech Controversy

    Jake Brend and Derek Duke react to the biggest stories from Big 12 Football Media Days, including the viral Brett Yormark-Texas Tech exchange, the conference's new Monster Energy partnership, lingering Brendan Sorsby questions, and their biggest coaching takeaways from Frisco. Plus, thoughts on Jimmy Rogers, Deion Sanders, Rich Rodriguez, and a World Cup-inspired Bigger Than 12 Draft. 🏈 Big 12 Media Days Reactions The biggest headlines from Frisco. • Brett Yormark's viral press conference • Texas Tech's confrontation over Brendan Sorsby ⚡ Monster Energy Joins the Big 12 A landmark sponsorship raises questions. • Is the deal worth enough money? • Jersey patches, field logos and branding • Why the value surprised Jake and Derek • What it means for the conference moving forward 🎙️ Biggest Coaching Takeaways Which coaches impressed the most? • Jimmy Rogers' refreshing honesty • Rich Rodriguez's regional scheduling idea • Deion Sanders' outlook entering 2026 • Joey McGuire and Eric Morris stand out 🏟️ Around the Big 12 More news from Media Days. • Scott Satterfield responds to Brendan Sorsby questions • Cincinnati's role in the investigation • Early impressions around the conference 🌍 Plus • Bigger Than 12 Draft: Which remaining World Cup country would you visit? • Iowa trivia Bigger Than 12 presented by Wealth Charter Retirement + Tax. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Bigger Than 12: Big 12 Media Days Reaction, Monster Deal Debate & Texas Tech Controversy
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Cyclone Fanatic's Jake Brend and Heartland College Sports' Derek Duke team up to dive into the Big 12 conference. In an ever-changing league, Jake and Derek provide a steady hand to cover the most interesting league in college sports.

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    Iowa Everywhere
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  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
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