Heartland College Sports: The Big 12 Sports Podcast
Pete Mundo 600 episodes Nov 9, 2026
Heartland College Sports is an independent podcast covering the Big 12 conference. It focuses on college football, college basketball, realignment, and the major stories affecting Big 12 teams. The show aims to offer analysis without national media bias and publishes new episodes every weekday. It is part of HeartlandCollegeSports.com.
Episodes
24-Team Playoff Debacle, Big 12 Power Rankings and Mailbag Q&A
As we get set for Week 11 in the Big 12 Conference, the breaking news came down that the College Football Playoff WILL expand to 24 teams for the 2027 college football season.
Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo explains why some Big 12 fans might think it sounds good, but it's also a mess for the league and sport of college football.
PLUS, Mundo gives you his latest Big 12 football Power Ranki
Week 10 DEFINED by Wild Ending in the Big 12 | Reaction & What We Learned
The Big 12 delivered WILD ENDINGS in Week 10, with crazy finishes, close games and huge implications for the Big 12 Championship race!
Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo reacts to every Big 12 football game from Week 10 and breaks down what we learned from another unpredictable weekend across the conference.
Utah made a major statement against BYU in the Holy War, Texas Tech survived a wild ba
DraftKings Insider Reveals the Toughest Big 12 Week 10 Games to Pick
WEEK 10 of the college football season is here and the Big 12 has some of the top games to keep an eye on, including Utah vs. BYU on Saturday morning. Where are the betting trends in the conference for all the games?
DraftKings heads oddsmaker Johnny Avello joins Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo to look at all the Big 12 games, including Baylor-Iowa State, Houston-Cincinnati, Texas Tech-West
Curt Cignetti Calls Out SEC, Big 12 Gets CFP Respect + Coaches on Hot Seat | Winners & Losers
The Big 12 is getting some much-needed respect in the first College Football Playoff rankings of 2026, while Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti is making headlines for calling out the SEC and ESPN!
On this week's Heartland College Sports Winners & Losers, Pete Mundo breaks down why the Big 12 should feel good about its position in the initial CFP rankings and why Cignetti deserves credit for challe
Week 10 is MAKE-OR-BREAK for the Big 12 | Predictions & Picks
Week 10 is a make-or-break week for several teams in the Big 12 Conference and we flip the calendar to the final month of the regular season in college football.
Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo breaks down and predicts every Big 12 game in Week 10, including the Holy War between BYU and Utah, Arizona takes on TCU, Oklahoma State plays at Kansas State, while Texas Tech hosts West Virginia.
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Brett Yormark is Leaving the Big 12: His Grade + Who's Next
Brett Yormark is leaving the Big 12, bringing an end to one of the most consequential commissioner tenures in conference history. So how should his time leading the Big 12 be remembered — and who should replace him?
Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo grades Yormark's tenure, from navigating conference realignment and adding new Big 12 members to securing the league's future and positioning the
Week 9 CHANGED the Big 12 Race | Reaction & What We Learned
Week 9 showed us which Big 12 teams are for real as the conference championship race begins to take shape.
Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo reacts to every Big 12 game from Week 9 and breaks down what we learned from another huge Saturday across the conference. Utah made another statement, Texas Tech and BYU bounced back with important wins, while several other teams saw their Big 12 Champion
Deion Sanders' Hot Seat, Cody Campbell's BIG Week & More | Winners & Losers
The pressure is building on Deion Sanders at Colorado as the Buffaloes continue to struggle, but Coach Prime isn't the only major Big 12 storyline heading into Week 9.
On this week's Heartland College Sports Winners & Losers, Pete Mundo breaks down why Deion is feeling the heat at Colorado, UCF's punishment following anti-BYU chants and the growing quarterback injury concerns at Kansas State.
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Week 9 Will ELIMINATE Big 12 Contenders | Predictions & Picks
Week 9 could eliminate several Big 12 contenders as the race for the conference championship heats up.
Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo breaks down and predicts every Big 12 game in Week 9, including No. 6 Utah's huge road test at Cincinnati, No. 22 Arizona visiting No. 13 Texas Tech, and No. 8 BYU looking to bounce back against Arizona State.
Plus, Baylor travels to UCF, Kansas State visits
Pat McAfee's Meltdown Over Utah Fans is RIDICULOUS
Pat McAfee is not happy with Utah or its fans after the latest drama surrounding College GameDay — but is this whole controversy getting completely out of hand?
Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo reacts to McAfee's comments about Utah fans, the video that appeared to set him off, and why the reaction seems completely over the top.
Utah has become one of the biggest stories in the Big 12 this s
Week 8 Completely FLIPPED the Big 12 Power Rankings, PLUS Big 12 Mailbag
Week 8 completely flipped the Big 12 Power Rankings after one of the wildest Saturdays of the 2026 college football season.
BYU and Texas Tech both suffered their first losses, Utah remained undefeated, Arizona continued its surge, and several teams made major moves throughout the rankings. Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo reveals his new Big 12 Power Rankings from No. 16 to No. 1 and breaks
The Big 12 Was PURE CHAOS in Week 8 | Reaction & What We Learned
The Big 12 got turned completely upside down in Week 8 as BYU and Texas Tech both suffered stunning losses on a chaotic Saturday across the conference.
Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo reacts to every Big 12 game from Week 8, including BYU's shocking loss at UCF, Cincinnati's statement win over Texas Tech, West Virginia beating TCU, Arizona State taking down Kansas State, Oklahoma State rolli
Texas Tech EMBARRASSED By Cincinnati in Week 8
The Texas Tech Red Raiders are no longer undefeated after a 37-24 loss to the Cincinnati Bearcats in Week 8 of the college football season. Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo reacts to the game, what it means for the Red Raiders, and the Big 12 Conference race.
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Why is the National Media Suddenly ATTACKING the Big 12?! | Winners & Losers
The national college football media is getting nervous about the Big 12.
On this week's Heartland College Sports Winners & Losers, Pete Mundo responds to Brandon Walker's criticism of the Big 12 and explains why the conference's success — including BYU's massive win over Notre Dame — is making some national voices uncomfortable.
Plus, the Big 12 gets another College GameDay spotlight, Michael Ha
Can the Big 12's UNDEFEATED Teams Survive Week 8?! | Predictions & Picks
The Big 12 enters Week 8 with three undefeated teams: BYU, Texas Tech and Utah. But can all three survive another huge weekend of conference play?
Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo breaks down and predicts every Big 12 game in Week 8, including Texas Tech vs. Cincinnati, BYU vs. UCF, Houston vs. Utah and the rest of Saturday's biggest matchups.
Which undefeated contender is in the most danger
Big 12 Power Rankings: The MOST Controversial YET?! Plus Mailbag Q&A
The Big 12 Power Rankings are getting fun after a historic Week 7 in the conference! After Week 7, there is a clear No. 1 team, for now, but the question is: What happens after that? PLUS, a new team comes in at the bottom of the Power Rankings.
Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo is LIVE for the Monday on the Mailbag to unveil his latest Big 12 Power Rankings after Week 7.
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The Big 12 Just Had One of Its BIGGEST Weekends Ever | Week 7 Reaction
Week 7 delivered one of the biggest weekends in recent Big 12 history, highlighted by BYU's massive win over Notre Dame.
Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo reacts to everything that happened across the Big 12 in Week 7, breaking down the biggest results, what we learned, and what it all means for the Big 12 Championship and College Football Playoff races.
Was BYU's win over Notre Dame the bigg
College Football is About to RUIN the Playoff | Winners & Losers
College football could be headed toward a 24-team College Football Playoff, and Pete Mundo explains why expanding the CFP that far could do more harm than good to the sport.
On this week's Heartland College Sports Winners & Losers, we also discuss Houston trying to rally fans ahead of its huge game against Oklahoma State, the Big 12's new basketball patches, and why Big 12 fans have plenty to be
Week 7 Will DEFINE the Entire Big 12 Season | Predictions & Picks
Week 7 could DEFINE the entire Big 12 football season, with huge games, rivalry matchups and College Football Playoff implications across the conference.Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo breaks down and predicts the biggest games across the Big 12 in Week 7, including BYU vs. Notre Dame, Oklahoma State vs. Houston, Kansas vs. Kansas State and the rest of this weekend's biggest matchups.We'll br
Big 12 Power Rankings Prove the League is the DEEPEST Ever?! | Mailbag Q&A
The Big 12 Power Rankings showcase that the BIG 12 may be having its deepest season ever in its 16-team iteration. After Week 6, the favorites are rolling, which means what for the rest of the college football season?!Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo is LIVE for the Monday on the Mailbag to unveil his latest Big 12 Power Rankings after Week 6.ALSO: 📩 Join the FREE Heartland College Sports new
The Big 12's BEST Teams Sent a WARNING in Week 6 | Reaction & What We Learned
Week 6 was Separation Saturday in Big 12 football, as BYU, Utah, Houston and the conference's other top contenders delivered dominant performances. Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo breaks down the biggest Big 12 Week 6 results and what they mean for the conference championship race.After weeks of upsets and unpredictability, did Week 6 finally show us who the Big 12’s real contenders are? And
Big 12 Fans Just Had an AWESOME Week | Winners & Losers
Big 12 fans had an AWESOME week, with some major wins for the conference both on and off the field.Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo breaks down this week's Big 12 Winners & Losers, including Mike Gundy returning to television with TNT, BYU vs. Notre Dame landing a huge primetime TV window, and the AP Top 25 showing the Big 12 some respect.But it wasn't all good news. We also discuss the la
Are There ANY Big 12 Upsets Coming in Week 6?! | Predictions & Preview
The Big 12 enters Week 6 with a slate that looks surprisingly straightforward — but can we really trust the favorites in this conference?Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo breaks down and predicts the biggest games across the Big 12, including BYU vs. Iowa State, UCF vs. Oklahoma State, Arizona vs. West Virginia, Houston vs. Kansas State, Arizona State vs. Hawaii and Utah vs. Kansas.Are there AN
Big 12 Power Rankings CONFUSION After Week 5 | Big 12 Mailbag Q&A
The Big 12 Power Rankings continue to be completely unpredictable week to week. After Week 5, with surprising results and outcomes, how do we rank the teams in this league? Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo is LIVE for the Monday on the Mailbag to unveil his latest Big 12 Power Rankings after Week 5.ALSO: 📩 Join the FREE Heartland College Sports newsletter, where I drop ONE take I don't share
The Big 12 Has NEW CONTENDERS After Week 5 | Reaction & What We Learned
Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo reacts to a wild Week 5 across the Big 12 Conference, including Arizona dominating Cincinnati, Baylor making a statement against Arizona State, BYU taking care of TCU, Texas Tech handling Colorado, and all the biggest results from the weekend in Big 12 football.Plus, the Big 12 has new contenders emerging. Which teams are legitimate Big 12 Championship threats,
Big 12 Expansion Targets as Protect College Sports Act Looms | Winners & Losers
The Protect College Sports Act could have major implications for the future of conference realignment, including the possibility of the Big 12 eventually expanding to 20 teams. Which programs should Brett Yormark and the Big 12 have on their radar?Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo breaks down his latest college football Winners and Losers, including two potential Big 12 expansion targets, Jerom
Tim Brando: The Big 12 is Even CRAZIER Than We Thought | Heartland College Sports Interview
The Big 12 might be even CRAZIER than we thought one month into the college football season.FOX Sports' Tim Brando joins Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo to explain why he's been surprised by the number of Big 12 teams that have elevated their play, why there are talented teams being overlooked nationally, and why the conference has become so difficult to figure out.Plus, Brando gives his asse
Week 5 is DANGER TIME for the Big 12 | Predictions & Preview
Week 5 could be DANGER TIME for several teams across the Big 12.Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo breaks down and predicts the biggest games of the weekend, including Texas Tech vs. Colorado and BYU vs. TCU, with pressure mounting on teams that desperately need a win.Can the Big 12 contenders avoid an upset? Which teams are in the most danger? And what could Week 5 mean for the conference champ
Big 12 Power Rankings Get a MAJOR Shakeup After Week 4, PLUS Mailbag Q&A
Week 4 shook up the Big 12, and now Pete Mundo has a NEW Top 3 in the latest Heartland College Sports Big 12 Power Rankings.After Oklahoma State upset West Virginia, Cincinnati knocked off Kansas State and UCF took down TCU, where does everyone belong heading into Week 5?Pete breaks down his Big 12 Power Rankings from top to bottom, including the biggest risers and fallers, the teams emerging as l
The Big 12 Got SHAKEN UP in Week 4 | Reaction & What We Learned
Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo reacts to a wild Week 4 across the Big 12 Conference, including Oklahoma State upsetting West Virginia, Cincinnati knocking off Kansas State, and UCF taking down TCU. Mundo covers and reacts to every game in the league from Week 4 on Saturday.Plus, what did we learn about the Big 12 contenders? Which teams should have us rethinking our preseason expectations? A
Is the College Football Playoff Going ALL-IN on the SEC?! | Winners & Losers
The College Football Playoff is adding a new strength-of-conference metric to its selection process, and Pete Mundo explains why the timing raises questions after months of complaints from the SEC.Plus, this week's Big 12 Winners & Losers include the league's strong Friday night TV ratings, the growing hype around Oklahoma State, more turbulence for Deion Sanders and Colorado, and UCF's unlimi
Week 4 Will Separate the Big 12 CONTENDERS | Predictions & Preview
Week 4 could start separating the Big 12 contenders from the pretenders as conference play heats up across the league.Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo breaks down and predicts the biggest games on the Big 12 Week 4 schedule, including the matchups that could tell us which teams are legitimate threats, and which ones still have plenty to prove.Who makes a statement? Who is on upset alert? And w
Big 12 Power Rankings Get FLIPPED After Week 3
The Big 12 Power Rankings are getting flipped again after a wild Week 3.Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo shares his latest Big 12 Power Rankings after Week 2. Who deserves the No. 1 spot? Which teams made the biggest jump? And which teams are already heading in the wrong direction?Who rose the most? Who took the biggest fall? And which teams are we still trying to figure out three weeks into t
The Big 12 Had a SCARY Week 3 | Reaction & What We Learned
The Big 12's Week 3 slate was supposed to be relatively quiet. Instead, things got SCARY.Pete Mundo reacts to everything we learned from the weekend, including West Virginia's huge upset over No. 25 Virginia, while Cincinnati and UCF survived games that were much closer than expected.Which Big 12 teams made a statement? Who should have fans concerned? And what did Week 3 change about the Big 12 ra
The Big 12's Most POINTLESS Game?! | Winners & Losers
It's time for Pete Mundo's latest Big 12 Winners & Losers.Why are Kansas and Arizona State playing a conference game in London? Pete explains why the matchup makes no sense, plus why Texas Tech isn't getting enough respect heading into its showdown with Houston.On the winners side, West Virginia gets a major opportunity against No. 25 Virginia, Oklahoma State racks up Big 12 weekly honors, and
Week 3 is FULL of Trap Games for the Big 12 | Predictions & Preview
The Big 12's Week 3 schedule might look like a breather after last weekend — but don't be fooled. There are trap games all over the place.Pete Mundo previews and predicts the full Week 3 Big 12 football slate, including Texas Tech vs. Houston, West Virginia vs. Virginia, Colorado vs. Northwestern and the rest of the conference schedule.Which Big 12 contenders take care of business? Who should be o
BIG 12 Power Rankings are TOTAL CHAOS After Week 2, PLUS Big 12 Mailbag
The Big 12 Power Rankings are NUTS after just two weeks. Who is the worst team in this league right now? It's hard to tell... Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo is LIVE for the Monday on the Heartland College Sports Mailbag to unveil his latest Big 12 Power Rankings after Week 2. Who deserves the No. 1 spot? Which teams made the biggest jump? And which teams are already heading in the wrong dire
The Big 12 Made ZERO SENSE in Week 2 | Reaction & What We Learned
Week 2 of the college football season was completely unpredictable for the Big 12.Pete Mundo reacts to a wild weekend that saw Oklahoma State stun Oregon, Texas Tech struggle more than expected against Oregon State, and the Big 12 finish 1-2 against the SEC.Plus, which teams changed our minds after Week 2? Who should Big 12 fans be worried about? And what did we learn about the conference champion
SEC & Big Ten Embarrass Themselves, Big 12 Fans Win | Winners & Losers
The SEC and Big Ten are BIG losers this week, while Big 12 fans have plenty to be excited about heading into Week 2.Pete Mundo breaks down his biggest Winners & Losers in college football, including the SEC’s handling of the LSU drama, the Big Ten’s clock controversy in Michigan vs. Western Michigan, and why Oklahoma State lands firmly on the loser list.Plus, Big 12 fans are winners thanks to
Can the Big 12 SWEEP the SEC?! | Full Week 2 College Football Predictions & Preview
The Big 12 gets three shots at the SEC in Week 2, but can the conference pull off the sweep?Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo breaks down every Big 12 game in Week 2 of the 2026 college football season, including Utah vs. Arkansas, Kansas vs. Missouri and Arizona State vs. Texas A&M.Plus, BYU and Arizona open Big 12 conference play, Oklahoma State gets a massive test against Oregon, Iowa St
The Big 12 Power Rankings Got WILD in Week 2 | LIVE Mailbag
The Big 12 Power Rankings are already getting WILD after the first full weekend of the 2026 college football season.Pete Mundo is LIVE for the Monday night Heartland College Sports Mailbag to unveil his latest Big 12 Power Rankings after Week 1. Who deserves the No. 1 spot? Which teams made the biggest jump? And which teams are already heading in the wrong direction?ALSO: 📩 Join the FREE Heartland
The Big 12 Had an UNDERRATED Week 1 | Reaction & What We Learned (And Didn't)
The Big 12 had plenty to prove in Week 1 and the conference responded in a BIG way.Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo reacts to everything we learned from the first full weekend of the Big 12 2026 football season. Which Big 12 teams made the biggest statements? Who has us rethinking our preseason expectations? And which teams should have fans concerned going forward?We break down the biggest win
BIG 12 BOUNCES Back with 3-0 Night, Led By Colorado's SHOCKER vs. Georgia Tech
The Big 12 Conference got Week 1 of the college football season underway with a 3-0 start, including two dominant wins, with Utah over Idaho and UCF blasting Bethune-Cookman. But it was Colorado's comeback vs. Georgia Tech that STOLE the show on Thursday night in college football. What does it all mean for the upcoming season? Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo reacts to a great start to the ope
The Big 12 NEEDS These Wins in Week 1 | Predictions & Preview
The Big 12 needs to bounce back in Week 1 after TCU’s disastrous start to the 2026 college football season.Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo previews and predicts the three biggest Big 12 games of Week 1, including Colorado at Georgia Tech, Cincinnati vs. Boston College and Baylor vs. Auburn. Which games does the Big 12 NEED to win to restore some confidence and national respect?Plus, we go aro
Are We WRONG About the Big 12 in 2026?! | Big 12 Mailbag Q&A
Did Week 0 already change how we should view the Big 12 in 2026?Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo is LIVE for the Monday night Heartland College Sports mailbag to break down the fallout from TCU's disastrous loss to North Carolina, what it means for the Horned Frogs and whether it's an early warning sign for the Big 12.Plus, we're turning the page to Week 1, discussing the biggest questions fac
TCU Got EXPOSED — What Does It Mean for the Big 12 in 2026?!
TCU's disastrous Week 0 loss to North Carolina has raised some major questions about the Horned Frogs, and the Big 12 Conference as a whole heading into the 2026 college football season.Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo is joined by Drake Toll of Locked On Big 12 to break down what went wrong for TCU, whether the loss should change expectations for the Horned Frogs, and what it means for the Bi
TCU's CRUSHING Loss vs. UNC is a Brutal Start for the Big 12
Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo is reacting to the Week 0 match up where TCU fell to UNC 15-10. Where did the game go wrong and what does it mean for the Big 12 Conference as we get set to really kick off the 2026 college football season. Mundo answers all your questions as well in this LIVE show from Heartland College Sports. If you're sick of the SEC and Big Ten bias in college football, pl
TCU Reporter Ban, BYU's Sitake Problem & More | Big 12 Winners & Losers
The 2026 college football season is here, and there is already plenty of Big 12 drama to break down in this week's Winners & Losers.Pete Mundo discusses TCU's decision to ban the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, while the Horned Frogs also land on the winners side thanks to Steve Belichick not coaching for North Carolina in Week 0.Plus, BYU and Kalani Sitake face an uncomfortable situation involving
TCU vs. UNC Preview & Prediction + Week 0 College Football Betting Trends
College football is officially back! Pete Mundo gets you ready for Week 0 with a full preview and prediction for TCU vs. North Carolina, as the Horned Frogs get the Big 12 season underway.Pete breaks down the biggest questions surrounding TCU, what to expect from UNC, the latest betting trends and his prediction for the game.Plus, we go around the rest of the Week 0 college football slate, includi
BIG 12 HEISMAN Trophy Dark Horses For 2026 | Big 12 Mailbag Q&A
In this week's Big 12 football mailbag, Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo answers all your top questions as Week 0 is here! The top question: Who are the Big 12 football Heisman Trophy dark horses to keep an eye on?! Mundo also answers your questions about coaches on the hot seat, wild Big 12 Championship game predictions, Week 0 games and much more!Subscribe if you are SICK of the SEC and Big
2026 Big 12 Football Predictions: Final Standings, Championship & Awards
The 2026 Big 12 football season is almost here, which means it's time to lock in FINAL predictions.Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo goes through his complete Big 12 standings from top to bottom — and things get wild with a FOUR-WAY tie for second place and an appearance in the Big 12 Championship Game.Who wins the conference? Which contenders fall short? And which teams could surprise everyone
The Big 12's Top Tier is NOT Just Texas Tech | CBS Sports' Chip Patterson Interview
Is the Big 12 really Texas Tech and everybody else in 2026? Not so fast.CBS Sports and Cover 3 Podcast's Chip Patterson joins Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo to preview the 2026 Big 12 football season, and he believes the conference's top tier includes more than just the defending champion Texas Tech Red Raiders.They discuss which teams could challenge the favorite, the biggest questions surr
Did the AP Poll Voters MISS Again?! | Big 12 Mailbag Q&A
The Preseason College Football AP Poll dropped on Monday, and Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo explains why the voters are set to be WRONG again about the Big 12 Conference. However, it may not even be their fault!The dark horses from the Big 12 Conference in 2026 will be WHO? What do the odds say? We look at wild scenarios for this conference and how the season could end up playing out that w
10 Games That Will DEFINE the Big 12 in September
The first month of the 2026 college football season could tell us EVERYTHING about the Big 12.Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo breaks down the 10 games that will define September for the conference, from huge non-conference opportunities to early Big 12 matchups that could completely change the championship race.Which teams have the most to gain? Which games could damage the Big 12 nationally?
What the Betting Odds REALLY Say About the Big 12 in 2026
The betting markets are starting to paint a fascinating picture of the 2026 Big 12 football season.DraftKings Sportsbook Director Johnny Avello joins Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo to break down the latest Big 12 odds, including conference championship favorites, season win totals, College Football Playoff odds and some teams that might be getting overlooked by bettors.Which Big 12 teams are
Big 12 Mailbag: Why the Big 12 Should LOVE Everyone Hating Texas Tech, Plus a 20-Team CFP?!
Joey McGuire says Texas Tech is embracing its role as one of the most hated teams in college football — and that might be exactly what the Big 12 needs.In this week’s Heartland College Sports LIVE Mailbag, Pete Mundo explains why the Red Raiders becoming the conference villain could actually be GOOD for the Big 12. Every great league needs teams that fans love to hate, and with Texas and Oklahoma
Predicting the FIRST LOSS for Every Big 12 Team
When will each BIG 12 football team LOSE its first game of the 2026 college football season?!Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo predicts the FIRST loss for all 16 Big 12 teams, with an in-depth explanation as to why every team is poised to drop a game along the way. The question is: Will it be Week 1? November? Will any team get to the Big 12 Championship Game or CFP without a loss?Mundo runs do
The Big 12 Just WON the Preseason College Football Coaches Poll
In this week's episode of Winners & Losers, Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo runs down his list of 3 winners and 3 losers from the last week in the Big 12 Conference.From the preseason college football coaches poll to scheduling conflicts, one Big 12 team getting ripped as "too small" and preseason lists for the Big 12, we cover it all in this episode! Subscribe if you are SICK of the SEC
Why NOBODY Can Predict the Big 12 Conference in 2026 | Pick Six Previews
In this episode, Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo is joined by Pick Six Previews' Brett Ciancia to look at the upcoming Big 12 football season as they discuss the unpredictability of this fall and why the conference is so unpredictable, especially in the middle.Which coaches are on the hot seat? Which second-year coaches can turn themselves into contenders? Is there a first-year coach ready to
The Big 12 Can Only Add 3 Teams... Who Gets In? | Big 12 Mailbag Q&A
IF the Big 12 can only add THREE future teams under the proposed Protect College Sports Act, WHO would you add? Memphis? Boise State? UConn? USF? Someone else?Join Pete Mundo and Heartland College Sports as we break down the best expansion candidates, what each school brings to the conference, and how the future of the Big 12 could be shaped by the latest developments in college athletics.✅ Best e
The Big 12 and Big Ten Fight Back vs. the SEC and ESPN
The Big 12 and the Big Ten need each other, but if we're being honest, the Big 12 needs the Big Ten even more to fight the college football narrative being pushed HARD by the SEC, and it's TV partner, ESPN. Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo explains how this ties into the ESPN FPI Strength of Schedule rankings, and the recent movement with the Protect College Sports Act.Plus, WHICH Big 12 team
The Big 12's Most Overlooked Competition | Rob Shuey Interview
In this edition of Ag Spotlight, Pete Mundo sits down with longtime livestock and meat industry leader Rob Shuey, a distinguished Oklahoma State agricultural alumnus with more than 40 years of experience in the business.Rob discusses how agriculture continues to shape Big 12 country, the importance of ranching and livestock production to rural communities, and why the future of the meat industry r
Is the Big 12 the Deepest It's Been in Years? | Pete Fiutak's 2026 Preview
Is the Big 12 entering its deepest and most competitive season in years? Pete Mundo is joined by College Football News' Pete Fiutak to break down the biggest storylines heading into the 2026 Big 12 football season.The conversation covers whether Texas Tech has separated itself from the rest of the conference, the league's top coaches and championship contenders, College Football Playoff expectatio
The ONE Game That Could Ruin Every Big 12 Team's Season
Every Big 12 team has one game on its schedule that could change everything. It may not be the toughest matchup of the season, but it's the game that could shock the team's season.In this Heartland College Sports episode, Pete Mundo identifies the ONE game every Big 12 program might be overlooking.Subscribe if you're sick of the SEC and Big Ten bias in college football media, and are for more BIG
The SEC Just Had its Worst Week in Years
In this Heartland College Sports episode, Pete Mundo explains why the SEC just had its worst week in years, and why the league is now using excuses it would have never fathomed using just a few short years ago. From commissioner Greg Sankey, to Lane Kiffin, to ESPN "analyst" Nick Saban, the conference had a DUD of an SEC Media Days.Subscribe if you're SICK of the SEC/Big Ten Bias in college footba
Are Cracks Showing in the 16-Team Big 12? | Ari Temkin Interview
In this Heartland College Sports interview, Pete Mundo is joined by Big 12 Radio host Ari Temkin to discuss one of the biggest questions facing the conference after Big 12 Media Days: is the league still as united as it was after expanding to 16 teams? From Brett Yormark's leadership to the changing priorities of individual schools, they break down whether cracks are beginning to show across the c
The SEC Wants Out of the NCAA... And It's Blaming the Big 12
In this Heartland College Sports video, Pete Mundo reacts to the latest comments coming out of SEC Media Days and the growing debate over the future of the NCAA. As the SEC pushes for more control over college athletics, some are pointing the finger at the Big 12 and other conferences for standing in the way. But is that criticism fair, or is the SEC trying to rewrite the narrative?Subscribe if yo
I Planned the PERFECT 2026 Big 12 Football Road Trip
Is this the PERFECT Big 12 football road trip for the 2026 college football season?! Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo runs down his DREAM Big 12 football road trip for the 2026 season, but with ONE CAVEAT: He can't go to every single stadium. And he only goes to each stadium once. Who gets cut? Let us know what you think in the comments! Subscribe if you're exhausted by the SEC and BIG Ten bia
Cody Campbell's Questionable Political Donation Highlights Weekly Big 12 Winners & Losers
In this week's BIG 12 WINNERS & LOSERS, Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo explains why a new Texas Tribune report is NOT a good look for Cody Campbell and Texas Tech. What is the Big 12 fallout from it?Plus, we look at teams with older players, who end up as BIG winners this week. And what other conference ended up a winner?Subscribe if you're exhausted by the SEC and BIG Ten bias in colleg
The Reporter Behind Big 12 Media Days' Most Viral Moment Tells the Full Story
Sean Dillon became one of the biggest stories to come out of Big 12 Media Days after his question to Commissioner Brett Yormark sparked a wave of reactions across college football. But in this Heartland College Sports interview, Sean explains what was really going through his mind, why he asked the question, and why he never expected the moment to go viral.Pete Mundo sits down with Sean to discuss
Texas Tech-ACC Rumors, Big 12 Loved or Hated, Plus Hot Seat Coaches | Big 12 Mailbag Q&A
In this Heartland College Sports episode, Pete Mundo explains what's REALLY going on with these strange Texas Tech - ACC rumors. What do Big 12 fans need to know as to what it means to the future of the conference.Plus, Mundo answers your questions about whether or not the BIG 12 is loved or hated, a wild realignment idea sends Mundo off the deep end (for the better?), plus, Pete has to defend his
ESPN's FPI Rankings Show SEC Bias Again, Ranking Big 12 Brands and Surprising Recruiting Rankings!
In this episode on Heartland College Sports, Pete Mundo explains why ESPN's latest FPI preseason rankings once again leave the Big 12 on the short end of the stick. Are the rankings simply flawed, or do they continue to favor the SEC while overlooking one of college football's deepest conferences?Pete also discusses whether BYU has quietly become the Big 12's strongest national brand, breaks down
Big 12 Weekly Winners & Losers: Coaches Poll, Brett Yormark, BYU & More!
In this week's Winners & Losers show, Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo runs down the Top 3 winners and Top 3 losers of the week in the Big 12 Conference.Which side was Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark on? How about the WILD anonymous Big 12 coaches poll for the 2026 season? Who else made the list?!If you're SICK of the SEC/Big Ten bias in college football media, please subscribe to Heartl
The Big 12 is Fighting Like it Hasn't in Years: What Now?
After Day 2 of Big 12 Football Media Days, Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo explains why the Big 12 is fighting like it hasn't since it expanded to 16 teams. What does it mean for the conference going forward? Who is right?Also, Mundo reacts to more of the top storylines from Day 2 of media days! If you're SICK of the SEC/Big Ten bias in college football media, please subscribe to Heartland Co
Brett Yormark Unloads in Awkward and Combative Big 12 Media Days
Day 1 of Big 12 Football Media Days was awkward for commissioner Brett Yormark, who stole the show, but not necessarily in a good way for the conference.The press conference was combative at times, awkward at others, and Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo came away frustrated for ALL parties involved. If you're SICK of the SEC/Big Ten bias in college football media, please subscribe to Heartland
The Biggest Question Facing Every Big 12 Coach in 2026 | Big 12 Mailbag LIVE
What is the #1 question for every Big 12 football coach this year? Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo runs down one question for each coach in the league. Hot seats, coaching changes and player turnover all discussed and on the list!PLUS, get your top questions in for the BIG 12 mailbag: Which team will have the BIGGEST turnaround? WHO should pay legal fees between the BIG 12 vs. Texas Tech? Can
The 5 Storylines Nobody Can Avoid at Big 12 Media Days
It's the unofficial start of the Big 12 football season with Media Days taking place this week in Frisco, Texas. And Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo gives you the TOP 5 storylines that the conference CANNOT avoid talking about this week. From new head coaches, to who is on the hot seat, possible expansion and much more!Subscribe for more BIG 12 coverage!📩 Join the FREE Heartland College Sport
Big 12 Winners & Losers: Big Ten & SEC Flop, BYU and Big 12 Fans Win
In this week's Winners & Losers episode, Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo gives you three winners and three losers, headlined by the Big Ten and SEC trying to hang onto their control on college football.Also, which programs are trending UP this week on the recruiting trail, and who might be losing its grip?!Join the conversation in the comments and subscribe for more BIG 12 coverage!📩 Join
RANKING Big 12 Football Coaches Worst to First | Big 12 Mailbag Q&A
As we get set for the 2026 college football season, who is the best coach in the Big 12 Conference? Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo goes through the thankless task of ranking the Big 12 coaches from No. 16 to No. 1, worst to first. What could go wrong?PLUS, your BIG 12 questions on if the BIG 12 can keep up with recruiting, Texas Tech's PR hit, and is a certain Big 12 team being overrated goi
Utah and the Big Ten is a Conversation... Again, Plus Big 12 Recruiting News to Know!
A sports media expert has brought up the Big Ten's most recent target possibly being the Utah Utes. But is that the best move for Utah, and how should Big 12 fans react to this report? Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo discusses what it means for both sides.Also, the #1 recruit of 2027, Jalen Brewster, may be taking his talents away from the Big 12, to the SEC. What do we know and what is the l
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