Bigger Than 12

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 Me...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke break down CBS Sports' rankings of the Big 12's returning defensive production, react to the latest Brendan Sorsby news after the NFL denies his supplemental draft request, recap a historic NBA Draft for the conference, and celebrate Fourth of July week with a patriotic draft of their favorite traditions. Plus, Tony Wenck joins the show to share expert fireworks advice fo...

Derek Duke and special guest Jackson Pence break down the latest headlines across the Big 12, including the latest twist in the Brendan Sorsby saga, Iowa State's decision to begin selling alcohol at Jack Trice Stadium, NBA Draft debates featuring AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, and Dusty May's shocking departure from Michigan. 🏈 Brendan Sorsby & Texas Tech The long-running Sorsby story may final...

The Brendan Sorsby saga reaches another level as the Big 12 takes legal action. Jake Brend and Derek Duke break down the latest developments, discuss what the conference should do next, and debate whether Texas Tech is risking its reputation for a player who may not be worth the fight. ***This episode was recorded prior to Brendan Sorsby announcing his intention to enter the NFL Supplemental Draft...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke spend much of this week's show reacting to the stunning court ruling that appears set to keep Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby on the field in 2026 despite admitting to gambling violations involving his own team. The guys discuss what it means for the NCAA, the Big 12, and the future of college athletics. 🏈 The Sorsby Ruling Changes Everything A Texas judge grants B...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke react to Texas Tech publicly challenging Texas, break down the latest Brendan Sorsby gambling developments, and dive into one of the wildest college baseball regional weekends in recent memory. 🔥 Texas Tech vs. Texas just got PERSONAL After Steve Sarkisian took a shot at Texas Tech and the Big 12, Cody Campbell and Joey McGuire fired back in a massive way — offering to b...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke react to the NCAA denying Brendan Sorsby’s waiver at Texas Tech, debate the future of Big 12 basketball scheduling, and somehow spiral into an argument about whether Ankeny is actually the best city in Iowa. 🏈 Brendan Sorsby DENIED The guys break down the NCAA denying Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s waiver after his gambling violations — and why the Big 12 may qu...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke dive deep into the future of the College Football Playoff and what expansion really means for the Big 12. 🏈 Is a 24-team playoff actually good for the Big 12? The guys debate whether expansion helps the conference gain legitimacy or simply allows the SEC and Big Ten to dominate even more. 📉 Why the AP Poll might be ruining college football Jake and Derek explain how pre...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke react to ESPN ranking Iowa State dead last in the Big 12 preseason projections, debate which teams are too high and too low, and sound off on the NCAA Tournament officially expanding to 76 teams. 🏈 Iowa State picked 16th in the Big 12 The guys discuss ESPN’s preseason rankings, why the Cyclones are getting zero respect under Jimmy Rogers, and whether that could actually...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke talk all things Big 12 and beyond. 🏈 Big 12 Over/Unders Are HERE The guys react to Vegas win totals for every Big 12 football team and debate expectations for each school 🚨 Brendan Sorsby Situation Gets Wilder Texas Tech’s quarterback drama takes another turn after Sorsby reportedly hires Tom Brady’s lawyer. What happens next—and could the NCAA actually lose this fight?...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke break down a loaded week across the Big 12 with major headlines, controversy, and a strong showing on the national stage. 🚨 Texas Tech QB Drama Brendan Sorsby’s gambling situation could have massive implications—not just for Texas Tech, but the entire Big 12 title race and College Football Playoff hopes. 🏈 Big 12 Shines in NFL Draft • 6 first-round picks for the confere...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke dive into the latest portal news across the Big 12 before talking big picture college football stories and more. 🏀 Transfer Portal Madness Texas Tech’s weird offseason raises questions, BYU keeps a key piece, and Kansas continues to build slowly. 🏈 Big 12 CFP Odds Who actually has a shot to make the College Football Playoff? Texas Tech leads the way, but where do teams...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke are back… it’s officially portal season chaos across the Big 12. 🏀 Iowa State Reloads (Again): Milan Momcilovic heads toward the NBA Draft, forcing a tough roster decision—but T. J. Otzelberger responds by building one of the top transfer classes in the country. Reload, not rebuild. 🔁 Portal Reality Check: The timeline is broken. Players, coaches, and fans are all stuck...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke have their first offseason pod of 2026. 🏀 Arizona Season Post-Mortem: The guys break down Arizona's Final Four loss to Michigan and whether it changes how we view their season. Was it still an A+ year under Tommy Lloyd? 🔥 Big 12 vs Big Ten Debate: Michigan wins it all—but does that really make the Big Ten the best conference? Jake and Derek go deep on injuries, depth, a...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke break down the latest from the NCAA Tournament. Arizona is officially in the Final Four. Can they get past Michigan? Iowa State and Houston bow out after Sweet Sixteen berths. Handing out grades and more courtesy of WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Sweet 16 is set, and it’s time to break it all down Big 12 style. On this episode of Bigger Than 12 on Iowa Everywhere, the guys preview the biggest matchups of the NCAA Tournament’s second weekend. The show starts with a deep dive into Iowa State vs. Tennessee, including how Tamin Lipsey has elevated his game and what the Cyclones need to do to advance to the Elite Eight. Plus, previews of ot...

Selection Sunday has come and gone, and Jake Brend and Derek Duke are breaking down the entire NCAA Tournament bracket with a Big 12 perspective. The guys go through every team’s draw, discuss which programs got favorable matchups, and set realistic expectations for how the conference could perform in March Madness. They also recap the Big 12 Tournament, share their biggest takeaways from the week...

The Big 12 Tournament is here, and the road to March Madness is heating up. Jake Brend and Derek Duke break down everything happening across the Big 12 as the regular season wraps and teams prepare for Kansas City. The guys discuss Iowa State’s season, storylines around the conference heading into the Big 12 Tournament, and which teams are trending up or down before Selection Sunday. They also div...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke break down the latest Big 12 basketball action as the regular season race heats up, including Arizona’s dominant win over Kansas to move one step closer to the Big 12 regular season title. Plus: • Texas Tech hands Iowa State its first home loss of the season at Hilton Coliseum • What’s wrong with the Cyclones’ guard play heading into March? • Houston bounces back with a b...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke recap an eventful Saturday in the Big 12 as Cincinnati stuns Kansas at Allen Fieldhouse, Arizona makes a statement in a start-to-finish win over Houston and BYU picks up their signature win against Iowa State. All of that and lot more with Brend and Duke in the Channel Seed Studios, presented by Wealth Charter Retirement Planning & Tax. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke break down another busy week of Big 12 basketball on this episode of Bigger Than 12 on Iowa Everywhere. The guys discuss Houston taking care of Kansas State, the growing media attention around Jerome Tang, and what’s next for the Wildcats as pressure continues to mount. Iowa State whoops Kansas, can they turn around and beat Houston on Big Monday? They also dive into the...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke recap a busy week across Big 12 basketball on this episode of Bigger Than 12. The conversation includes Houston’s impressive road win at BYU, Arizona continuing to dominate the league, and whether the Wildcats can stay unbeaten. The guys also discuss Kansas’ momentum, Iowa State’s latest win and national outlook, and growing concerns around Jerome Tang and Kansas State. P...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke recap a busy week across the Big 12 on this episode of Bigger Than 12. The discussion focuses on Kansas State and Jerome Tang, including the Wildcats’ continued struggles and what it means for Tang’s job security moving forward. The guys also look at UCF trending up, why the Knights are gaining momentum, and where they fit in the conference race. Plus, Iowa State’s domina...

Jake Brend and Derek Duke react to the Saturday slate of Big 12 hoops. Iowa State gets back on the winning side of things as Momcilovic continues his hot streak. Texas Tech beats Houston in an epic game. Kansas destroys K-State. All this and more presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Brend and Derek Duke break down the week of Big 12 Hoops. Iowa State falls twice - is it time to worry? Darryn Peterson has the Kansas Jayhawks rolling. Texas Tech beats BYU in a Top-15 showdown. Who should the Big 12 want to win the CFP? All this and more presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices