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Locked On Big 12 | Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast

Locked On Podcast Network, Drake Toll

Locked On Big 12 podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and sports insider info for one of the deepest, most prestigious conferences in the country. Hosted by Drake Toll, the Locked On Big 12 podcast provides your daily Big 12 fix with expert opinions, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage from all around the Big 12 and it’s communities. From the rich history of Texas Tech to the clashes between Iowa State and

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00:30:14

BAD: Why Is NO ONE Talking About Arizona, Big 12...

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2026/02/05

Despite consistently leading every analytical metric, Big 12 basketball continues to battle a perceived lack of "flowers" from ESPN. As the 2025-26 season reaches its peak, the disconnect between the conference's on-court dominance and its media portrayal has become a central point of frustration for fans and analysts alike.The Metrics vs. The MarketingThe data is irrefutable: the Big 12 currently holds a 11–6 head-to-head record against the SEC and accounts for 40% of the SEC's total non-conference

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00:09:59

GROSS: Oklahoma State Attacks BYU with Gross...

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2026/02/05

The recurring "F*** the Mormons" chants directed at BYU fans and athletes have become a significant cultural scar on the Big 12, forcing the conference to confront a toxic intersection of sports rivalry and religious bigotry. While college sports have always thrived on "edgy" atmospheres, the 2025-26 seasons have shown that these specific slurs are moving beyond "trash talk" and into the realm of institutional liability.A Pattern of HostilityIn late 2025, the Big 12 was forced into high-alert mode

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00:27:23

ANALYST: Big 12 NEEDS To Add Washington State, Oregon...

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2026/02/05

While the "Pac-2" has focused on rebuilding its own brand for the 2026 season, the value Washington State and Oregon State would bring to the Big 12 remains a central topic in realignment circles. Despite their current commitment to the "new" Pac-12, their addition to the Big 12 would offer three primary pillars of value: geographic reach, media inventory, and competitive "grit."1. Geographic Footprint and "After Dark" InventoryAdding WSU and OSU would officially make the Big 12 a coast-to-coast

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00:29:47

SOURCE: Big 12 Kicking Iowa State OUT Of League Due...

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2026/02/04

Despite consistently being the statistically strongest conference in the country, Big 12 basketball continues to face a "respect gap" that stems more from media narratives than on-court results. As of early 2026, the league remains the gold standard for depth, yet it is often overshadowed by the "blue blood" legacy of the ACC or the massive marketing machine of the SEC. The Statistical Reality vs. Media NarrativeFor years, the Big 12 has dominated the NET rankings and KenPom metrics. In the 2025-26

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00:21:24

GROSS: ESPN Giving Big 12 Basketball NO Respect, UCF...

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2026/02/03

Despite consistently being the statistically strongest conference in the country, Big 12 basketball continues to face a "respect gap" that stems more from media narratives than on-court results. As of early 2026, the league remains the gold standard for depth, yet it is often overshadowed by the "blue blood" legacy of the ACC or the massive marketing machine of the SEC.The Statistical Reality vs. Media NarrativeFor years, the Big 12 has dominated the NET rankings and KenPom metrics. In the 2025-26

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00:34:57

SHOCKING: Big 12 Just Handed BYU, Utah, Texas Tech...

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2026/02/03

The 2026 Big 12 schedule release has ignited a firestorm in Salt Lake City and Provo, and for once, Ute and Cougar fans are on the same side. By moving the "Holy War" between BYU and Utah to November 7, the conference has effectively buried its most historic and heated rivalry in a "mid-season graveyard." Historically played on Rivalry Weekend, this game now finds itself squeezed into a weekend that is already suffocating under the weight of national marquee matchups.The November 7 Traffic JamThe

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00:29:32

REPORT CARDS: BYU, Texas Tech DOMINATE Transfer...

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2026/02/02

The Big 12 Arms Race: How Texas Tech and BYU Mastered the PortalThe winter transfer window of 2026 has officially closed, and the verdict is in: Texas Tech and BYU have emerged as the premier architects of the modern roster. While traditional powers scrambled to plug holes, these two programs executed distinct, elite strategies that have solidified them as the Big 12’s "Power Two."Texas Tech: The High-Octane OverhaulJoey McGuire and the Red Raiders leveraged a massive $11 million NIL budget to

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00:32:35

YIKES: SEC Football Viewership Is PLUMMETING, ESPN...

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2026/01/30

As the 2026 college football season concludes, a fascinating divergence has emerged in the "viewership wars." While many pundits—often those propped up by the ESPN marketing machine—continue to champion the SEC as the undisputed king of eyes, the actual data suggests that the Big Ten and even the Big 12 are closing the gap in ways that make the SEC’s "lead" feel increasingly fragile and artificial.The "ABC Subsidy"The SEC’s 2025-26 viewership numbers (averaging 4.9 million per game) are undeniably

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00:29:01

WILD: ESPN Predicts OKLAHOMA STATE In College...

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2026/01/29

In one of the most aggressive program pivots in Big 12 history, Eric Morris has positioned Oklahoma State to shock the college football world in 2026. Following a dismal 1–11 season that saw the end of the Mike Gundy era, Morris has ignored the traditional "rebuilding" timeline, instead opting for a "roster revolution" fueled by his record-breaking success at North Texas. The "North Texas" Triplets The catalyst for this expected turnaround is a historic influx of portal talent. Morris successfully

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00:33:53

EXPOSED: ESPN CAUGHT Trying to BURY Big 12...

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2026/01/28

As the 2026 college basketball season reaches its midwinter peak, a familiar frustration has boiled over in the Big 12. Despite the conference holding a dominant 11-6 head-to-head record against the SEC and accounting for 40% of the SEC's total non-conference losses, the narrative on ESPN remains heavily tilted toward "SEC exceptionalism." For fans in Provo, Lubbock, and Houston, the "Worldwide Leader" appears more interested in protecting its multi-billion dollar investment in the SEC Network than

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00:27:36

MAGIC: BYU, Arizona Play CLASSIC, ESPN Hates to See...

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2026/01/27

Heartbreak in Provo: No. 1 Arizona Survives the Marriott CenterThe "Holy War" on the hardwood turned into a national instant classic tonight, as No. 1 Arizona narrowly escaped the Marriott Center with an 86-83 victory over No. 13 BYU. In a game that felt like a Final Four preview, the Wildcats moved to a historic 21-0, but they had to withstand a furious, late-game surge from a Cougar squad that refused to back down in front of a record-breaking home crowd.The Burries Block and the ComebackArizona

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00:27:10

BONUS: BYU, Texas Tech WILL DOMINATE Big 12 Football...

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2026/01/26

As the dust settles on the 2025 season, the 2026 Big 12 landscape is shaping up to be the most top-heavy iteration of the conference since realignment began. With several programs bringing back Heisman-caliber quarterbacks and others landing massive "NIL-fueled" portal hauls, the path to Arlington is already crowded with legitimate contenders.The Big Three: Texas Tech, BYU, and UtahLeading the pack is reigning Big 12 champion Texas Tech. After a 12-win campaign and a CFP appearance, the Red Raiders

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00:31:16

WILD: BYU CRUSHES Utah, Texas Tech DOMINATES Houston,...

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2026/01/26

The final weekend of January 2026 has officially solidified the Big 12 as the premier basketball gauntlet in the nation. While other conferences have clear hierarchies, this weekend proved that in the Big 12, "top-tier" is a relative term. The headliner was a physical masterpiece in Lubbock, where No. 12 Texas Tech defended its home floor with a gritty 90-86 victory over No. 6 Houston. Behind a monstrous 31-point double-double from JT Toppin, the Red Raiders handed the Cougars their second

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00:30:56

BONUS: USC Fans That HATE Gary Patterson As Defensive...

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2026/01/25

The official hire of Gary Patterson as the new Defensive Coordinator at USC on January 23, 2026, marks a seismic shift for Lincoln Riley’s program. Patterson, a newly minted member of the 2026 College Football Hall of Fame class, brings 181 career victories and a "defensive savant" reputation that addresses the Trojans' most glaring historical weakness: physical toughness and tactical discipline.The 4-2-5 Revolution in the Big TenPatterson is the architect of the 4-2-5 defense, a system designed to

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00:55:13

LIVE IN PROVO: BYU CRUSHES Utah, AJ Dybantsa Scores...

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2026/01/24

In the landscape of modern sports media, few analysts have embraced a program as fervently as Drake Toll has embraced BYU. As the premier broadcaster and the undisputed #1 name on any list of famous "Tolls," the host of The Drake Toll Show on Westwood One has transitioned from a neutral observer to what many in the Big 12 call the Cougars’ "unapologetic advocate." This affinity is not merely about fandom; it is a calculated defense of a program Toll believes is the most disrespected brand in college

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00:30:58

TRUE: The NEXT Indiana Will Be BYU, Texas Tech or...

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2026/01/22

Following Indiana’s historic 2026 national championship under Curt Cignetti, the college football world is racing to decode the "Hoosier Blueprint." For Big 12 powers like BYU and Texas Tech, the path to replicating Indiana’s success lies in three distinct pillars: roster-flipping through "surgical" portal use, a culture of uncompromising accountability, and a "process-over-pedigree" philosophy.Roster Transformation and QB CertaintyIndiana’s turnaround was fueled by Cignetti importing veteran talent

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00:14:00

CAKE: BYU, Texas Tech Have EASIEST Schedules In Big...

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2026/01/22

The official release of the 2026 Big 12 football schedule on January 21 has sparked a heated debate regarding strength of schedule. While critics often label certain paths as "easy," a closer look at the slates for BYU and Texas Tech reveals a favorable balance of home-field advantage and missing key "blue-blood" contenders, positioning both programs for a major run at the conference title.BYU’s Home-Heavy AdvantageThe Cougars' schedule is arguably the most enviable in the league due to a rare

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00:21:59

BONUS: BYU, Texas Tech ACED Transfer Portal, Kyle...

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2026/01/21

The Big 12 has emerged as the clear aggressor in the 2026 transfer portal cycle, effectively using the winter window to bridge the talent gap with the "Power Two." While other conferences have seen high-profile roster depletions, the Big 12 currently boasts three programs—Oklahoma State, Texas Tech, and Arizona State—ranked in the national top ten for portal hauls. This influx of proven Power Four talent has positioned the league to be the most unpredictable and competitive in the country for the

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00:30:13

HOW: Las Vegas Ranks Utah Football AHEAD OF BYU In...

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2026/01/21

I understand—I'll keep the response strictly to prose and avoid using tables or charts for your 300-word requests moving forward.Vegas Odds: Utah’s Pedigree vs. BYU’s ProductionThe early release of the 2027 College Football Playoff odds has reignited the fiercest debate in the Beehive State. Despite BYU coming off a historic 12-win season and a thrilling victory in the "Holy War," Las Vegas oddsmakers have placed Utah at +6500 to win the national title, notably ahead of BYU’s +10000 longshot status

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00:18:12

BONUS: DJ Lagway DENIES Ole Miss for Baylor, Now BYU,...

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2026/01/20

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the Big 12, former Florida star quarterback DJ Lagway officially signed with Baylor on January 18, 2026.1 The signing marks the end of a high-stakes transfer saga that saw the former five-star recruit flirt with programs like Ole Miss and Duke before ultimately deciding to return to his home state of Texas.2+1 A Legacy ReturnThe commitment is deeply personal for the Lagway family.3 DJ’s father, Derek Lagway, was a standout running back for the Bears from

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