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SCANDAL: TCU, Baylor Had Access to Texas Tech's Play Calls, But Did They Use for Cheating to Win?
- 2024/11/01
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The concept of "stealing" football signals—decoding an opponent's play-calling signals to anticipate their next move—could theoretically offer a competitive edge to Big 12 teams, where games are known for their razor-thin margins and unpredictable outcomes. While the legality and ethics of sign-stealing remain contentious, decoding signals during games is generally not against NCAA rules if done without technological assistance. In the high-stakes world of Big 12 football, where any edge can make the difference, teams that excel at reading opponent signals may gain crucial advantages that help them shut down high-powered offenses or exploit defensive schemes.In the Big 12, where teams are accustomed to fast-paced, high-scoring games, any insight into an opponent’s next move can help defenses prepare, counter the play, and potentially swing momentum. Understanding an offense’s likely play call allows defenders to position themselves more effectively, which can make all the difference in stopping drives or creating turnovers. For example, anticipating a screen pass or a run to the outside could allow defenders to close the gaps faster, putting the offensive team at a disadvantage.Conversely, for offenses that excel at reading defensive signals, the advantage is equally powerful. By correctly interpreting a defensive setup, quarterbacks can adjust audibles at the line of scrimmage, giving Big 12 offenses a chance to maximize yardage or find openings in coverage. In a conference known for its high-flying offenses, this type of foresight could mean turning a single drive into a scoring spree.However, this advantage is balanced by the fact that Big 12 teams are also aware of the risk of having their own signals decoded, leading many to use intricate signaling systems, dummy calls, or even sideline decoys to maintain secrecy. In such a competitive environment, every team seeks an edge—legitimate or otherwise—that could tip the scales in their favor on game day.For your next listen, check out the Locked On College Football podcast! From NIL deals to never ending conference realignment rumors, Spencer McLaughlin gets you ready for an exciting season on the gridiron! Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!ROYDownload Roy for iOS or Android and enter referral code LOCKED ON and you’ll automatically be entered into a sweepstakes to win $5,000 cash. Visit JoinRoy.com for additional details. No purchase necessary, void where prohibited. Get off the sidelines and into the NIL game with Roy.5-Hour ENERGYWhat’s your Fan Fuel this week?! Whatever it is, do it with a 5 Hour Energy! Available on 5HourEnergy.com. Shipped nationwide. PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE and get $50 instantly when you play $5! You don't even need to win to receive the $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game.https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONCOLLEGEGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET !Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)