In this episode of First and 12, Adam Gibby breaks down the growing tension between the SEC and Big 12 after several elite 5-star recruits commit to Big 12 programs, including Texas Tech, BYU, and Houston . Is this a sign of a changing landscape in college football? We dive into which schools are making waves, why the SEC is feeling the pressure, and what this could mean for future recruiting wars. Tune in for an in-depth look at how the Big 12 is flipping the script and becoming a real threat to SEC dominance.

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Big 12 recruiting, SEC football news, 5-star recruits, college football recruiting, Big 12 vs SEC, NIL impact, recruiting battles, college football 2025, Texas football, BYU, Kansas State, Oklahoma State, SEC anger Big 12, Adam Gibby, First and 12 Podcast

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we break down the NCAA's latest change to the transfer portal window and what it means for Big 12 football. Which programs will benefit the most? Who’s at risk of getting hit hard by late exits or last-minute pickups? We look at how this new rule could shift roster management, recruiting strategy, and team depth heading into the 2025 season. From powerhouse contenders to rebuilding programs, every Big 12 team will feel the ripple effects—and we’re here to talk about who comes out on top.

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NCAA transfer portal, Big 12 football, transfer portal rules, new NCAA window, 2025 Big 12 football season, college football roster changes, Big 12 podcast, First and 12, player movement, CFB recruiting, transfer portal impact, Big 12 team rankings, NIL and transfer portal, Big 12 offseason moves

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In this episode of First and 12, we break down Athlon Sports' All-Big 12 preseason First and Second Teams — and uncover how they quietly reflect the conference's pecking order heading into the 2025 season. Which teams are dominating the list? Which schools got snubbed? And how does this compare to what a true Big 12 preseason power ranking might look like? We dive deep into the player selections, positional trends, and what it all says about the hierarchy in the new-look Big 12.

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Big 12 preseason rankings, Athlon All-Big 12 Team, Big 12 football 2025, First and 12 podcast, Big 12 power rankings, college football preseason, Big 12 player rankings, Big 12 media day, All-Conference team, Big 12 teams ranked

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There is breaking news of Texas State joining the Pac-12 and it signals major shifts across college football. While it may seem like a win for the Pac-12 only on paper, this move actually benefits the Big 12 in a big way. We explain how this impacts realignment, the growing divide between power conferences and the Group of Five, and why G5 programs may be running out of lifelines. Plus, what this means for playoff access, recruiting, and the future structure of college football.

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Texas State Pac-12, Big 12 realignment, Group of Five collapse, college football playoff, Power Five expansion, Pac-12 news, Big 12 vs G5, college football podcast, conference realignment 2025, First and XII

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We break down the Big 12 Conference’s disappointing performance in the 2025 NBA Draft and why its players are slipping off the board. What does this say about the conference's development pipeline and national reputation? Then, we dive into a major new agreement between the Big 12 and PayPal—exploring what the partnership means for the future of conference branding, fan engagement, and athlete NIL opportunities. It’s a pivotal moment for the Big 12—on and off the court.

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Big 12 NBA Draft 2025, Big 12 Draft struggles, Big 12 NBA players, Big 12 PayPal deal, Big 12 new contract, Big 12 NIL, college basketball draft 2025, Big 12 basketball decline, PayPal college sports deal, First and 12 podcast

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The Big 12 had a very good first day of the 2025 NBA Draft, and in this episode, we break down the top draft prospects coming out of the conference. We also look at how the Big 12’s continued dominance in college hoops is fueling NBA talent pipelines like never before.

Whether you’re an NBA Draft junkie, a college hoops fan, or a Big 12 diehard, this episode has everything you need to stay ahead of the scouting curve.

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Big 12 basketball, 2025 NBA Draft, NBA prospects, college basketball draft picks, NBA Draft preview, Big 12 NBA players, top draft prospects, college to NBA, Big 12 NBA talent, 2025 mock draft

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