In this First and 12 bonus episode, we break down the latest report that Memphis has been denied entry into the Big 12—again. What does this mean for Memphis, and what does it reveal about the Big 12's strategy and long-term vision? With expansion always looming, this rejection sends a clear message about the conference’s priorities, brand, and what it takes to get in.

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It’s the end of an era in Provo. In this episode of First and 12, we react to the closing chapter of Jake Retzlaff's time at BYU and what it means for the Cougars moving forward. Did BYU ever fully tap into his potential? And what’s next at quarterback?

Then it's Top Five Tuesday, where we rank the five programs with the most potential to become the face of the Big 12 in the new era of college football. From recruiting power to brand strength and long-term upside — who’s best positioned to lead the conference into the future?

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What happens to programs like BYU and Texas Tech if NIL collectives disappear? In this episode of First and 12, we dig into the growing movement to regulate or outright eliminate NIL collectives — and why that could reshape the competitive balance in college football.

For Big 12 schools that don’t have the deep pockets of the SEC or Big Ten powers, collectives were a lifeline. Now, as the NCAA and lawmakers look to centralize athlete compensation, we explore how this shift could make the rich richer — and leave everyone else scrambling.

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