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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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00:26:18

GROSS: Cincinnati LEAKED Brendan Sorsby Gambling...

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2026/04/30

While the origin of the NCAA’s investigation into Brendan Sorsby remains officially undisclosed, the circumstantial evidence pointing toward Cincinnati as the possible whistleblower is compelling. The timeline of events suggests that what began as a civil dispute over money may have mutated into a strategic "scorched earth" play by the Bearcats' administration.The most glaring motive is the ongoing $1 million lawsuit filed by Cincinnati against Sorsby in February 2026. After Sorsby bolted for a

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00:29:36

NEW: Texas Tech INSIDER Chris Level Gives HUGE Update...

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2026/04/29

The future of Texas Tech football was hit with a seismic shock on April 27, 2026, as the university announced that star quarterback Brendan Sorsby is taking an immediate, indefinite leave of absence to enter a residential treatment program for gambling addiction. While the focus remains on Sorsby’s personal recovery, the fallout from a simultaneous NCAA investigation suggests the Red Raiders may have to navigate the entire 2026 season—and perhaps beyond—without the nation’s most expensive

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00:29:23

OOF: Brendan Sorsby is DONE at Texas Tech if Gambling...

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2026/04/28

The landscape of Texas Tech’s 2026 season was thrown into turmoil today, April 27, 2026, as the program announced that star quarterback Brendan Sorsby will take an immediate indefinite leave of absence to enter a residential treatment facility for gambling addiction. The news, first reported by ESPN, has sent shockwaves through the Big 12 just weeks after Sorsby led the Red Raiders to a dominant spring scrimmage.The situation is complicated by a simultaneous NCAA investigation into Sorsby’s betting

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00:25:46

BREAKING: Brendan Sorsby IN REHAB, Texas Tech LIKELY...

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2026/04/27

The Brendan Sorsby gambling saga took a definitive turn today, April 27, 2026, as Texas Tech officially announced the star quarterback has entered a residential treatment facility for gambling addiction. This indefinite leave of absence comes on the heels of a bombshell report from ESPN’s Pete Thamel, which revealed that Sorsby is currently the subject of an NCAA investigation regarding thousands of wagers made through a mobile app. The most legally and athletically "radioactive" detail involves

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00:28:51

LOL: Big 12 DOMINATED SEC In NFL Draft and ESPN Tried...

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2026/04/27

The 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh concluded with a familiar and frustrating narrative: an ESPN broadcast that acted as a three-day commercial for the SEC, while the record-breaking success of the Big 12 was treated as a secondary curiosity. Despite the Big 12 producing a conference-record 38 selections and securing three of the top 10 picks, the Worldwide Leader’s coverage remained stubbornly tethered to the "It Just Means More" script, even as the SEC's actual results didn't always match the

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00:26:56

WILD: Move Over BYU, Texas Tech NIL and Say Hello to...

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2026/04/23

The 2026 NIL landscape has shifted the balance of power in the Big 12, as Oklahoma State and West Virginia have executed a massive financial pivots to leapfrog established spenders like Texas Tech and BYU. While the Red Raiders and Cougars dominated the early NIL era, the "Pokes" and "Mountaineers" have recently tapped into deep-pocketed alumni networks to create a new tier of spending.Oklahoma State has signaled its "all-in" mentality with an estimated $55 million in collective NIL spending for

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00:28:11

WILD: Insider REVEALS Why PAC-12 Really Fell Apart,...

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2026/04/23

The collapse of the Pac-12—a century-old institution often dubbed the "Conference of Champions"—was not the result of a single event, but rather a decade-long accumulation of strategic hubris and financial miscalculation. While the departure of USC and UCLA in 2022 was the killing blow, the foundation had been crumbling for years under a leadership structure that consistently misread the shifting landscape of sports media.The root of the failure traces back to the Larry Scott era, specifically

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00:29:19

OOF: Path for Texas Tech, BYU, Utah, etc. to LEAVE...

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2026/04/22

The persistent revenue gap between the "Power Two" (SEC and Big Ten) and the rest of college athletics has created a volatile environment where even the Big 12’s strongest brands, like Texas Tech, must remain strategically agile. As of April 21, 2026, the financial disparity is stark: Big Ten and SEC schools are projected to receive nearly 60% of the $1.3 billion annual CFP payout beginning next season. For a program like Texas Tech, which is currently coming off a Big 12 Championship and a College

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00:27:14

TRACKER: NBA's Tanking Rules Are FORCING AJ Dybantsa,...

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2026/04/21

The prospect of AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson returning to the Big 12 for their sophomore seasons has shifted from a desperate fan theory into a legitimate financial conversation. As the 2026 NBA Draft cycle intensifies, the "NIL factor" is narrowing the gap between the NBA rookie wage scale and the massive retention packages being assembled in Provo and Lawrence.At BYU, the "Dybantsa Watch" reached a fever pitch following his 35-point explosion in the NCAA Tournament. While the 6-foot-9 wing is

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00:23:09

BOLD: Texas Tech Doesn't NEED Brendan Sorsby (that's...

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2026/04/20

The buzz surrounding Texas Tech’s 2026 spring camp isn't just standard offseason optimism; it is the sound of a program that has officially weaponized the transfer portal to complement a foundational roster. Following a 2025 season that saw the Red Raiders capture a Big 12 title, Joey McGuire has managed to elevate the floor of the program through sheer depth. With 23 players on the roster who have started at the FBS level—a stat that reportedly leads the country—the "good on good" periods in

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00:31:25

INSIDER: Big 12 Will Steal PITT from ACC, FINALLY...

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2026/04/20

The potential move of the University of Pittsburgh to the Big 12 has evolved from a nostalgic "what if" into a strategic focal point of the 2026 realignment cycle. As the SEC and Big Ten solidify their positions as a "Power Two" duopoly, the Big 12 has pivoted toward an aggressive eastward expansion strategy designed to bridge the gap and secure its status as the third pillar of college athletics. The addition of Pitt is seen as the "linchpin" for a new Eastern Division. The primary motivator is the

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00:11:28

Locked On Big 12 Is BYU-Loving, Clickbait TRASH That...

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2026/04/17

The perception of Locked On Big 12 as "clickbait" is a classic case of the medium's modern delivery conflicting with traditional sports journalism. Because the show operates within a high-volume, daily podcast network, its packaging—aggressive YouTube thumbnails, all-caps headlines, and polarizing hooks—is designed to survive the "algorithmic jungle." To a casual observer scrolling through a feed, titles like "SOURCE: BIG 12, ACC MERGER COMPLETE" or "ROB WRIGHT III USED BYU" can appear like

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00:29:27

YIKES: Brett Yormark, Big 12 Are NOT HAPPY With Texas...

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2026/04/16

The Big 12’s aggressive push into weeknight programming has ignited a firestorm in Lubbock, as the conference recently finalized a 2026 football schedule that leans heavily into Friday and Thursday windows. For Commissioner Brett Yormark, the move is a pragmatic play to maximize television revenue and secure "unopposed" viewership. For Texas Tech, it is being viewed as a direct assault on West Texas tradition. The Red Raiders’ schedule is at the heart of the controversy, featuring two premier home

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00:33:23

TRUE: BYU, Houston, Iowa State RESHAPING College...

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2026/04/16

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00:28:05

EMOTIONAL: Coal Miners and Bootstraps Make West...

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2026/04/15

The magic of West Virginia athletics lies in the fact that the Mountaineers don't just represent a school; they represent an entire state’s identity. Without a single professional sports franchise in West Virginia, WVU serves as the "pro team" for over 1.7 million people, creating a bond between a fan base and its program that is virtually unparalleled in college sports.The atmosphere in Morgantown on game days is a masterclass in community. When the "Pride of West Virginia" marching band creates

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00:29:34

WILD: Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa BOTH Returning to...

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2026/04/14

The Big 12 is currently at the center of a high-stakes "will-they-or-won't-they" drama involving the two most lethal freshmen in the country: AJ Dybantsa (BYU) and Darryn Peterson (Kansas). As we sit in mid-April 2026, the prospect of both returning to school instead of declaring for the NBA Draft would be a tectonic shift for college basketball.The Dybantsa Factor At BYU, Dybantsa didn't just meet the hype; he shattered it. Finishing the 2025–26 season as the NCAA scoring champion (averaging

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00:22:17

OOF: Brett Yormark SOLD OUT to ESPN, FOX, Now EIGHT...

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2026/04/13

On April 10, 2026, the conference officially announced nine games moved off Saturdays—eight to Fridays and one to Thanksgiving Thursday. While the move is a win for TV ratings, the fan backlash—particularly in Texas—is reaching a boiling point. 1. The "Sacred" Friday Night Conflict The biggest point of contention is the decision to schedule marquee games on Friday nights, which has long been considered an unwritten "taboo" in states like Texas and Oklahoma to avoid competing with high school

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00:27:02

BRUTAL: Texas Tech to TCU, Big 12 Moving Football to...

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2026/04/13

The Big 12’s aggressive push into weeknight programming has ignited a firestorm in Lubbock, as the conference recently unveiled a 2026 football schedule that leans heavily into Friday and Thursday windows to maximize television revenue. For Commissioner Brett Yormark, the move is a pragmatic play to secure "unopposed" viewership and appease media partners. For Texas Tech, it is being viewed as a direct assault on West Texas tradition. The Red Raiders’ schedule is at the heart of the controversy,

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00:29:10

OOF: Rob Wright III, Anthony Roy USED BYU, Oklahoma...

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2026/04/09

The recent surge of high-profile entries into the NCAA transfer portal, led by stars like Anthony Roy and Rob Wright III, represents a calculated "gold rush" by athletes looking to secure their futures before federal intervention reshapes the landscape. With President Trump’s executive order, “Urgent National Action to Save College Sports,” set to take effect on August 1, 2026, the current portal window is likely the last time players can operate under the "Wild West" rules of unrestricted movement

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00:30:55

INSIDER: UConn Joining Big 12 Conference as FULL TIME...

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2026/04/08

The potential addition of UConn to the Big 12 is a rare "triple-win" scenario that would solidify the conference as the undisputed capital of college basketball while solving a decade-long identity crisis for the Huskies.For Brett Yormark and the Big 12, UConn is the crown jewel of his "basketball-first" expansion philosophy. Adding a program that has dominated the modern era of the sport—winning multiple national titles under both Dan Hurley and Geno Auriemma—instantly raises the league's media

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