Houston Football Head Coach Willie Fritz Joins Big 12 Today!

Arizona Safeties Coach Brett Arce Joins Big 12 Today!

Arizona safeties coach Brett Arce joined Big 12 Today to discuss the upcoming season on the defensive side for the Arizona Wildcats. He began by addressing the transition from Jedd Fisch to Brent Brennan. Arce reflected on his time working with Treydan Stukes, Genesis Smith, and Dalton Johnson, all of whom were drafted into the NFL. He credited these players for setting the standard at the safety position at Arizona and emphasized the importance of the upcoming players to follow that legacy. Arce also spoke about Coach Brennan, praising him for navigating the early challenges of his tenure and highlighting the continuity and optimism for future success under his leadership. TUNE IN!

BYU RB LJ Martin Joins Big 12 Today!

BYU running back LJ Martin joined the Big 12 today to discuss the upcoming season for the BYU Cougars. He shared what fans can expect from him as the season approaches and expressed his excitement about playing a second season alongside Bear Bachmier. Martin highlighted that the offense will be more explosive this year and mentioned his goal to improve his draft stock for next season. He also reflected on growing up in a basketball family, noting that he initially considered himself an okay basketball player. However, during his sophomore year, he realized he was better suited for football, despite basketball being his first love. Martin explained that his nickname "LJ" stands for Little John, named after his father John. He also discussed his journey in college football and how he committed to BYU, sharing his path to becoming a Cougar. TUNE IN!

Baylor Athletic Director Doug McNamee Joins Big 12 Today!

Baylor Athletic Director Doug McNamee appeared on Big 12 Today to share his enthusiasm for returning to Baylor and discuss his vision for the university. During the interview, McNamee emphasized his commitment to building strong relationships for Baylor University and praised Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark for his dedication and leadership. He also briefly addressed the topic of collective bargaining and potential federal legislation to improve college sports, expressing support for efforts to enhance college athletics, even if some issues fall outside his immediate expertise.  TUNE IN!

Baylor Athletic Director Doug McNamee Joins Big 12 Today!

Baylor Athletic Director Doug McNamee appeared on Big 12 Today to share his enthusiasm for returning to Baylor and discuss his vision for the university. During the interview, McNamee emphasized his commitment to building strong relationships for Baylor University and praised Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark for his dedication and leadership. He also briefly addressed the topic of collective bargaining and potential federal legislation to improve college sports, expressing support for efforts to enhance college athletics, even if some issues fall outside his immediate expertise.  TUNE IN!

BYU Football Head Coach Kalani Sitake joins Big 12 Today!

BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake joined Big 12 Today to discuss the upcoming 2026 season. He highlighted the significant growth of quarterback Bear Bachmier, noting that Bear had to develop both on and off the field last year as a true freshman. Coach Sitake shared his thoughts on the team’s overall readiness as they prepare for the regular season. During the offseason, he mentioned spending quality time with his family, enjoying steaks, and visiting both Disneyland and Disney World, emphasizing how important family time is to him. Sitake also praised offensive coordinator Aaron Roderick and defensive coordinator Kelly Poppinga for their leadership, and he acknowledged the valuable contributions of former coach Gary Andersen to his staff. TUNE IN!