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. 11h ago

    Nick Saban's Plan Could Change College Football Forever | The Future of Conferences, NIL

    Has college football realignment gone too far? On this episode of First & 16, Adam Gibby breaks down Nick Saban's recent comments advocating for a return to regional conferences and explains why college football may be headed toward a major restructuring. After years of conference expansion that stretched leagues from coast to coast, many are questioning whether the current model is financially sustainable for schools, student-athletes, and Olympic sports. Adam examines the growing concerns surrounding NIL spending, transfer portal chaos, travel costs, and the financial challenges facing athletic departments across the country. He also presents a bold conference realignment proposal featuring eight geographically based leagues designed to restore rivalries, reduce travel, improve competitive balance, and create a more sustainable future for college athletics. Topics discussed include: Nick Saban's call for regional conferences SEC and Big Ten expansion Future College Football Playoff formats NIL and salary cap discussions Geographic realignment proposals The future of the Big 12 College football super conferences Saving Olympic sports programs Restoring historic rivalries The long-term future of college athletics Could college football eventually abandon the current conference structure and return to a more regional model? Adam explains why that conversation is becoming more important than ever. 📌 Subscribe for more Big 12 football, college football realignment, conference expansion, playoff, NIL, and college sports analysis. #CollegeFootball #Big12 #NickSaban #ConferenceRealignment #CollegeFootballPlayoff #SEC #BigTen #NIL #CollegeSports #CFB

    15 min
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  3. 5d ago

    Big 12 Football Power Rankings 2026: Texas Tech, BYU & Houston Lead the Pack | College Baseball & Softball Upsets

    In this episode of First and 16, Adam Gibby breaks down his complete 2026 Big 12 Football Power Rankings, ranking all 16 teams from top to bottom based on a neutral-field, round-robin format where every team plays every other team. Before diving into football, Adam discusses one of the biggest surprises of the spring sports season: why college baseball and softball have become home to the Cinderella stories that once defined March Madness. From Texas Tech's Women's College World Series run to Kansas, West Virginia, Milwaukee, Cal Poly, and St. Mary's making noise in NCAA Baseball Regionals, there has been no shortage of drama. Then it's time for the rankings. Can Texas Tech live up to the preseason hype? Is BYU the biggest threat to win the conference? Can Houston's elite defense carry the Cougars into title contention? And which teams are being overlooked heading into the season? Topics Covered Texas Tech softball's run to the Women's College World Series NCAA Baseball Regional upsets and Cinderella stories Why college basketball has lost some of its underdog magic Full Big 12 preseason football rankings (1–16) Texas Tech's championship expectations BYU vs. Texas Tech debate Houston's rise as a conference contender Arizona and Utah's championship potential Oklahoma State as the conference wild card Questions surrounding Colorado, Cincinnati, Iowa State, and UCF Which teams could surprise during the 2026 season

    27 min

  4. May 28

    Big 12 TV Schedule Reaction: FOX, ESPN & CBS Give the Big 12 Major Respect in 2026

    The 2026 college football TV schedule is officially here, and the Big 12 is getting more national attention than ever before. In this episode of First and 16, Adam Gibby breaks down every major Big 12 matchup from Weeks 1-3, including huge games like Baylor vs Auburn, Arizona at BYU, Utah vs Arkansas, Texas Tech vs Oregon State, Kansas vs Missouri, and Oregon vs Oklahoma State. Which programs got the biggest TV boosts from FOX, ESPN, ABC, CBS, and TNT? Which schools were underrated? And which matchups could define the College Football Playoff race? Adam also dives into: Why FOX is investing heavily in the Big 12 TNT's growing role in college football coverage Why Texas Tech and BYU continue to gain national respect Concerns about Colorado losing national momentum Why Utah vs Arkansas says a lot about SEC scheduling hypocrisy The best opportunities for the Big 12 to make national statements against the SEC and Big Ten If you love Big 12 football, conference realignment, TV ratings, College Football Playoff talk, and national media coverage analysis, this episode is for you. Subscribe for more college football coverage, Big 12 analysis, CFP expansion discussion, and weekly reactions all season long.

    20 min

  5. May 26

    Why ESPN & the SEC Don't Want a 24-Team College Football Playoff | Big 12, ACC & CFP Expansion

    Is a 24-team College Football Playoff actually coming? On this episode of First and 16, Adam Gibby breaks down why momentum is growing behind CFP expansion — and why ESPN and the SEC may be fighting against it behind the scenes. From television rights and scheduling conflicts to conference power dynamics and playoff access, this episode dives deep into the real reasons college football's biggest power brokers could oppose a larger playoff format. Adam explains how a 24-team bracket could completely reshape the future of the Big 12, ACC, Notre Dame, and even the SEC itself. Would teams like BYU, Utah, Texas Tech, Miami, Iowa, Vanderbilt, or Georgia Tech suddenly become national contenders with expanded access? Could ESPN lose control of the College Football Playoff TV rights? And why are SEC media personalities already pushing back against the idea? Plus, Adam walks through a hypothetical 2024-style 24-team playoff bracket featuring Alabama, Texas, Ohio State, Oregon, Notre Dame, Ole Miss, BYU, Utah, Miami, and more — showing why the matchups would be incredible for fans, even if the SEC and ESPN don't love the idea. If you love college football realignment, playoff expansion debates, Big 12 football, SEC football, and the future of the CFP, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Subscribe to First and 16 for more college football analysis, Big 12 coverage, CFP expansion news, conference realignment updates, and hot takes from around the sport.

    16 min

  6. May 21

    Steve Sarkisian Says Texas BACKUPS Would Go Undefeated in the Big 12?! + The Brendan Sorsby Debate

    On this episode of First and 16, we react to the viral comments from Steve Sarkisian after he claimed Texas could potentially go undefeated in the Big 12 with its backups. Is that confidence… or straight-up SEC arrogance? We break down what Sark really meant, why Big 12 fans are furious, and whether he's completely underestimating the conference. We also dive into the complicated Brendan Sorsby conversation. Should fans actually want him to play? What gives the team the best chance to win moving forward? We discuss the upside, concerns, and what this situation means for the future of the program. If you love college football takes, conference drama, quarterback debates, and unfiltered reactions, this episode is for you.

    20 min

  7. May 15

    Another TERRIBLE 24-Team Playoff Take?! | College Football Playoff Expansion Debate | First & 16

    On this episode of First & 16, we break down one of the hottest debates in college football right now: the proposed 24-team College Football Playoff—and why Paul Finebaum might be completely off base. Finebaum recently shared his thoughts on expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams, and let's just say… we've got some strong reactions. Is a 24-team playoff actually good for the sport, or does it water down the regular season and hurt what makes college football great? We dive deep into: The pros and cons of CFP expansion Why a 24-team format could change the sport forever How it impacts the SEC, Big Ten, and the rest of the Power conferences What fans, media, and analysts are getting wrong If you're a die-hard college football fan, this is a conversation you don't want to miss. 🎙 First & 16 brings you weekly breakdowns, bold takes, and in-depth analysis on the biggest stories in college football.

    19 min

  8. May 14

    Why ESPN & the SEC Are Fighting the 24-Team College Football Playoff | First & 16 Podcast

    In this episode of First & 16, we break down the growing tension between ESPN, the SEC, and the future of the College Football Playoff. Why are ESPN and the SEC reportedly pushing back against a 24-team playoff format? Is it about money, television control, conference power, scheduling, or preserving the value of the regular season? We dive into the politics behind college football expansion, the battle between the SEC and Big Ten, media rights negotiations, playoff revenue, and what a larger playoff could mean for fans, players, and the future of the sport. From CFP expansion debates to the business side of college football, this episode uncovers what's really happening behind the scenes. If you follow SEC football, ESPN, College Football Playoff expansion, NCAA news, or college football realignment, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Subscribe to First & 16 for weekly college football analysis, SEC news, CFP updates, recruiting talk, and behind-the-scenes coverage of the biggest stories shaping the sport.

    16 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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