Cyclone Fanatic's Jake Brend and Heartland College Sports' Derek Duke team up to dive into the Big 12 conference. In an ever-changing league, Jake and Derek provide a steady hand to cover the most interesting league in college sports.
Bigger Than 12
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Cyclone Fanatic's Jake Brend and Heartland College Sports' Derek Duke team up to dive into the Big 12 conference. In an ever-changing league, Jake and Derek provide a steady hand to cover the most interesting league in college sports.
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Recent Episodes
July 14, 2026
Bigger Than 12: Jamie Pollard Retires, Big 12 Season Previews & Best MLB Players Draft
With Jake Brend away, Jackson Pence joins Derek Duke to kick off the 2026 Bigger Than 12 season preview series. The guys break down Oklahoma State, Colorado, and West Virginia, discuss Jamie Pollard's decision to retire as Iowa State's athletic director, answer Iowa trivia, and wrap up with an MLB draft featuring the best players of the past decade. 🏈 Big 12 Team Previews The season preview series begins with: • Oklahoma State's complete roster overhaul under Eric Morris • Can Colorado rebound in Year 3 under Deion Sanders? • Rich Rodriguez's rebuild at West Virginia • Biggest strengths, weaknesses and realistic expectations for each program 🌪️ Jamie Pollard's Legacy Derek and Jackson discuss: • Pollard announcing his retirement • His impact on Iowa State athletics • The hires that transformed the Cyclones • What's next for Iowa State's athletic department ⚾ MLB All-Star Week Draft To celebrate the All-Star break, the guys draft the best MLB players from the last decade. Bigger Than 12 presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 9, 2026
Bigger Than 12: Big 12 Media Days Reaction, Monster Deal Debate & Texas Tech Controversy
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 Media Days Reactions The biggest headlines from Frisco. • Brett Yormark's viral press conference • Texas Tech's confrontation over Brendan Sorsby ⚡ Monster Energy Joins the Big 12 A landmark sponsorship raises questions. • Is the deal worth enough money? • Jersey patches, field logos and branding • Why the value surprised Jake and Derek • What it means for the conference moving forward 🎙️ Biggest Coaching Takeaways Which coaches impressed the most? • Jimmy Rogers' refreshing honesty • Rich Rodriguez's regional scheduling idea • Deion Sanders' outlook entering 2026 • Joey McGuire and Eric Morris stand out 🏟️ Around the Big 12 More news from Media Days. • Scott Satterfield responds to Brendan Sorsby questions • Cincinnati's role in the investigation • Early impressions around the conference 🌍 Plus • Bigger Than 12 Draft: Which remaining World Cup country would you visit? • Iowa trivia Bigger Than 12 presented by Wealth Charter Retirement + Tax. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 29, 2026
Bigger Than 12: Big 12 Returning Defensive Stars, NBA Draft Dominance, and More
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 for building the perfect backyard show. 🏈 Big 12 Defensive Rankings CBS Sports released its rankings of returning defensive production, and the Big 12 is loaded. • Texas Tech tops the nation • Oklahoma State's surprising ranking • Kansas, UCF and Baylor among the conference leaders • Why defense is becoming the Big 12's calling card 🌵 Texas Tech Without Brendan Sorsby The NFL denied Brendan Sorsby's supplemental draft request. • What happens next? • Can Texas Tech still win the Big 12? • Why Will Hammond has plenty of help around him • Why the Red Raiders' defense remains the biggest reason for optimism 🏀 Historic NBA Draft for the Big 12 Another huge night for the conference. • AJ Dybantsa goes No. 1 overall • Darryn Peterson follows at No. 2 • Eight first-round picks for the Big 12 • Why the conference continues producing elite NBA talent 🎆 Tony Winks Joins the Show The "Boom Boom" man shares his best fireworks advice. • Building the perfect backyard fireworks show • How to maximize your budget • His favorite firework in the store • Tips for creating an unforgettable finale 🇺🇸 Fourth of July Draft Jake and Derek draft their favorite Independence Day traditions, Bigger Than 12 presented by Wealth Charter Retirement Planning & Tax. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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