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Iowa State Insider Just LEAKED Shocking Locker Room Details! | Cyclones Football | ISU

College Football Addiction — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:05:25 -0400

Iowa State Cyclones Football enters a massive transitional era in 2026 under new head coach Jimmy Rogers, featuring major scheme shifts, 82 newcomers, and transfer quarterback Jaylen Raynor leading the roster. Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/HMA For college football fans tracking major program rebuilds, year-one coaching transitions present the ultimate test of culture, scheme installation, and roster management. When a program turns over the majority of its locker room in a single offseason, establishing immediate cohesion becomes the primary determining factor between early success and an uphill battle. In this video, we break down how head coach Jimmy Rogers and defensive coordinator Jesse Bobbit are reshaping Iowa State, moving away from a decade-long three-down front toward an aggressive four-down defense. We evaluate how the integration of 82 newcomers, backed by a unified coaching staff imported from South Dakota State and Washington State, impacts execution and on-field chemistry heading into a demanding Big 12 schedule. Our analysis examines the leadership profile of senior quarterback Jaylen Raynor, who brings 20 career wins and a nation-leading eight fourth-quarter comebacks from Arkansas State, alongside the defensive development of key personnel like Isaac Terrell, Bryson Lamb, and veteran tackle Max Baloun. We also examine the newly announced six-man captaincy group, where only two returning players remain from the 2025 roster, assessing whether this reconstructed foundation can hold up against Power Four competition. **In this video, we review:** * Iowa State Cyclones Football: Complete program overhaul under new head coach Jimmy Rogers. * Jaylen Raynor: The Arkansas State transfer quarterback's leadership, clutch production, and offensive fit under Keith Heckendorf. * Defensive Scheme Shift: Transitioning from Jon Heacock's 3-down front to Jesse Bobbit's 4-down and nickel structures. * Big 12 Conference: How a revamped roster with 82 newcomers projects against conference competition. * 2026 Team Captains: Breakdown of the six selected leaders and what the roster turnover means for on-field execution. Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

Rich Rodriguez Drops TRUTH BOMB on West Virginia Football! | WVU

College Football Addiction — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:04:55 -0400

West Virginia Mountaineers Football enters the final stretch of fall camp with unresolved position battles, trench concerns, and legal eligibility questions hanging over the depth chart. Appreciate our friends at Alumni Hall. Check them out in store or online and use CFA15 to save 15%. (Https://aliumnihall.com) Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/HMA For college football fans tracking roster stability ahead of kickoff, fall camp scrimmages provide critical insight into which programs are prepared for a grueling schedule and which are still searching for answers. With the regular season fast approaching, closed-door evaluations and sudden personnel shifts reveal how quickly coaching staffs must finalize their starting lineups and establish functional depth. In this video, we analyze West Virginia's latest roster developments under head coach Rich Rodriguez following an extensive 100-play scrimmage inside Milan Puskar Stadium. We examine the staff's concerns regarding offensive and defensive line physicality, their high-tempo personnel rotation strategy, and how the program plans to manage eight consecutive game weeks before its open date. We also break down the ongoing quarterback competition between Oklahoma transfer Michael Hawkins Jr. and sophomore Scotty Fox Jr., who set true freshman passing milestones last season with 1,276 passing yards and seven touchdowns across six starts. In addition, our analysis covers the potential return of veteran cornerback Jason Chambers pending a federal court ruling on NCAA eligibility, as well as an open three-way kicking competition featuring Nate Flower, Peter Notaro, and Jack Cassidy. **In this video, we review:** * West Virginia Mountaineers Football: Evaluating fall camp scrimmage performance, trench physicality, and roster rotation plans. * Quarterback Competition: Scotty Fox Jr. and Michael Hawkins Jr. battling for the starting signal-caller role. * Defensive Backfield Depth: Jason Chambers' potential return and the impact of the NCAA fifth-year eligibility injunction. * Special Teams Battles: The unresolved placekicker competition between Nate Flower, Peter Notaro, and Jack Cassidy. * Oklahoma Sooners: Michael Hawkins Jr.'s prior starting experience and skill set entering the Big 12 scheme. * Coastal Carolina Chanticleers: The approaching season opener establishing the deadline for finalized depth chart decisions. Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

Oklahoma State Coach Just REVEALED A Message That Has Cowboys Fans Smiling

College Football Addiction — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:04:28 -0400

Oklahoma State Cowboys Football begins a new era under head coach Eric Morris, who is prioritizing schematic installation, trench physicality, and a push to revive the Bedlam rivalry with Oklahoma. Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/HMA For college football fans tracking coaching transitions, evaluating how quickly a new staff can implement its identity while navigating heavy roster turnover is the ultimate offseason test. As the Big 12 landscape continues to evolve, programs undergoing wholesale culture resets face the immediate challenge of bridging rapid scheme adoption with genuine line-of-scrimmage control. In this video, we analyze how Oklahoma State Cowboys Football is navigating year one under head coach Eric Morris following the departure of Mike Gundy. We break down the early reports from fall camp—where the team is mentally ahead of schedule in mastering new systems while searching for greater physical toughness—and assess the practical hurdles facing a potential revival of the Bedlam rivalry against the Oklahoma Sooners. We also examine the roster dynamics that defined Stillwater's frantic offseason, from high-profile recruiting decommitments to the influx of talent arriving from North Texas. With wide-open depth chart competitions and future non-conference schedules spoken for through 2030, the Cowboys must establish their foundational toughness on the field before long-term scheduling goals can materialize. **In this video, we review:** * Oklahoma State Cowboys Football: Evaluating the program's early progress, culture shift, and roster foundation under Eric Morris. * Offensive & Defensive Install: Why the coaching staff views the team's mental grasp of the new system as ahead of schedule. * Physicality in the Trenches: The coaching staff's direct challenge to both lines of scrimmage entering fall camp. * Recruiting & Portal Overhaul: How decommitments, portal departures, and incoming transfers from North Texas reshaped the roster. * Oklahoma Sooners Football: The realistic scheduling windows and SEC requirements impacting a potential Bedlam series return. Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

Utah Football Just PULLED OFF Something That Has Coaches SHOCKED | Utes

College Football Addiction — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:03:46 -0400

Utah Utes Football enters a pivotal fall camp under head coach Morgan Scalley. We break down the roster retention, offensive progress around Devon Dampier, and the unresolved battles along the line of scrimmage. Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/PITTINGER For college football fans watching program transitions, managing a major coaching change without losing key talent is one of the toughest challenges in the modern era. As fall camp gets underway, evaluating how a roster adapts to new leadership offers critical insight into a team's potential ceiling for the upcoming season. In this video, we analyze how Utah Utes Football is handling its transition into the Morgan Scalley era. We evaluate the offense's rapid installation under quarterback Devon Dampier, the surprising quarterback retention featuring backup Byrd Ficklin, and how offensive coordinator Kevin McGiven is expanding the playbook to maintain operational continuity. However, significant questions remain along both sides of the trenches. While the offensive line shows encouraging physical growth and depth, head coach Morgan Scalley has yet to settle on a starting five. On defense, defensive tackles coach Luther Elliss has declared every interior position wide open, leaving the Utes' defensive front under construction with the season opener against the Idaho Vandals fast approaching. **In this video, we review:** * Utah Utes Football: Evaluating the roster transition and program culture under head coach Morgan Scalley. * Devon Dampier: How player-led summer workouts accelerated the offense's playbook installation. * Byrd Ficklin: The impact of elite quarterback retention and depth during a coaching transition. * Offensive & Defensive Trenches: Unpacking the unresolved positional battles at offensive line and defensive tackle. * Idaho Vandals Football: Contextualizing the early-season matchup as the first test for Utah's new starters. Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

Texas Tech Source Drops HAMMER on SEC after Latest Update from Red Raiders!

College Football Addiction — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:03:09 -0400

Texas Tech is having a problem right now and it's not at all their fault. Is the SEC scared of the Red Raiders? I chat with @LockedOnBig12's Drake C Toll about all things BYU Football here on Big 12 Football Addiction! Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/PITTINGER Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

BYU Coach Just LEAKED Something NOBODY Expected! | Cougars Football

College Football Addiction — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:02:50 -0400

Is BYU facing a CRISIS in Provo Utah? Coach Sitake just gave a MASSIVE warning. I chat with @LockedOnBig12's Drake C Toll about all things BYU Football here on Big 12 Football Addiction! Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/PITTINGER Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

MASSIVE College Football Change is About to FIX Big 12, ACC, SEC & Big 10?

College Football Addiction — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:02:24 -0400

The Protect College Sports Act is going to pass according to my buddy Drake. I chat with @LockedOnBig12's Drake C Toll about the legislation and the impact to college athletics here! Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/PITTINGER Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

Conference Realignment Source Drops BRUTAL News for Utah Texas Tech FSU Clemson and Miami!

College Football Addiction — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:01:58 -0400

The Protect College Sports Act is shutting down Conference Realignment. I chat with @LockedOnBig12's Drake C Toll about the impact to FSU, Miami, UNC, Clemson, Utah, and Texas Tech. Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/PITTINGER Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

Texas Tech Source Drops TRUTHBOMB that has HATERS FURIOUS! | Red Raiders

College Football Addiction — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:01:34 -0400

Texas Tech Football gets a LOT of flack for something everyone else is doing. @LockedOnBig12's Drake C Toll and I chat about that and more here on Big 12 Football Addiction! Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/HMA Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

BYU Football Has A BIG PROBLEM & It's GOOD NEWS for the Cougars? 🤔

College Football Addiction — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 09:04:59 -0400

**Can BYU handle the pressure of expectations in 2026?** After an incredible rise to the top of the Big 12, the Cougars enter this season with something they've rarely had before—everyone expects them to win. Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/HMA In this video, we break down why the biggest challenge facing Kalani Sitake and BYU football may not be Texas Tech, Utah, Kansas State, or the rest of the Big 12... it may be handling the pressure that comes with being one of the conference favorites. We'll discuss: 🏈 Why BYU has gone from the hunter to the hunted 🏈 How expectations change everything in college football 🏈 Replacing defensive coordinator Jay Hill 🏈 Why culture could be BYU's biggest advantage 🏈 Can the Cougars sustain success and become a long-term Big 12 powerhouse? 🏈 BYU's College Football Playoff chances in 2026 Can BYU win another Big 12 Championship? Or will the weight of expectations prove to be their toughest opponent? Let me know your thoughts in the comments: **Is BYU the team to beat in the Big 12 this season?** 👍 If you enjoyed the video, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you don't miss future coverage of BYU Football, the Big 12, college football recruiting, conference realignment, and the College Football Playoff. #BYU #BYUFootball #GoCougs #Big12 #Big12Football #KalaniSitake #CollegeFootball #CFB #CollegeFootballPlayoff #BYUCougars #TexasTech #UtahFootball #KansasState #FootballAnalysis Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

Texas Tech Just Made Its Biggest Decision of the Season | Red Raiders Football

College Football Addiction — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:04:11 -0400

Texas Tech named Will Hammond their QB1 this past week. With Fall camp about to get underway, I chat with @LockedOnBig12's Drake C Toll about all things Red Raiders Football here on Big 12 Football Addiction! Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/HMA Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

BYU SHOCKER? Expert Makes UNEXPECTED Prediction for Cougars!

College Football Addiction — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:03:49 -0400

Is BYU football the Next Big 12 TEAM to go to the College Football Playoff? Joel Klatt of Fox Sports seems to think so! I chat with @LockedOnBig12's Drake C Toll about all things BYU Football here on Big 12 Football Addiction! Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/HMA Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

West Virginia Source Just ADMITTED Serious Good News for Mountaineers!

College Football Addiction — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:03:27 -0400

Rich Rodriguez has West Virginia READY for the 2026 College Football Season. I chat with @LockedOnBig12's Drake C Toll about all things WVU Football here on Big 12 Football Addiction! Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/HMA Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

Greg Sankey and the SEC DON'T WANT You to KNOW This! | Big 12

College Football Addiction — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:02:51 -0400

I'm at SEC Media Days in Tampa and @LockedOnBig12's Drake C Toll decided to grill me on what I'm seeing on the insider. We talk all that and more here on Big 12 Football Addiction! Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/HMA Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

CONTROVERSY! Iowa State Source DOES NOT HOLD BACK on Matt Campbell! | Penn State

College Football Addiction — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:02:18 -0400

Matt Campbell left Iowa State to head to Happy Valley and coach the Penn State Nittany Lions. I chat with @LockedOnBig12's Drake C Toll about all things Iowa State and Penn State here on Big 12 Football Addiction! Sign up for PrizePicks with code HMA and get $150 in lineups if your first $5 lineup wins! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/HMA Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

Conference Realignment UPDATE is NOT What BYU, Texas Tech, and Utah were EXPECTING!

College Football Addiction — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:01:48 -0400

Conference Realignment is a huge topic in our sport and in the Big 12. I chat with @LockedOnBig12's Drake C Toll about what may change for Utah, BYU, and Texas Tech after the latest congressional updates. Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/PITTINGER Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

BYU Source Just ADMITTED how ESPN made Cougars a MONSTER!

College Football Addiction — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:00:24 -0400

**Is BYU becoming the biggest brand in the Big 12?** Jim Williams recently argued that BYU's decade-long partnership with ESPN laid the foundation for the Cougars' rise, and in this video, we break down why that relationship may have changed the future of BYU football forever. If you're thinking about going to Provo, Utah Valley, or BYU - check out https://www.utahvalley.com for more information! Things to do in Utah Valley & Provo: https://www.utahvalley.com/blog/post/byu-150/ Subscribe to the Podcast Feed: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-12-football-addiction/id6790216437 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033OsgNFvRBkj9FBSfPpfD Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/PITTINGER From BYU's decision to leave the Mountain West and embrace football independence in 2011 to joining the Big 12, we examine how ESPN helped transform the Cougars into a nationally recognized program. We'll also discuss BYU's rapidly growing athletic department valuation, rising football revenue, recruiting momentum, national television exposure, and why many believe the Cougars are on track to become one of the most valuable brands in college football. Jim Williams deserves full credit for the research and historical context that inspired this discussion, and we'll expand on his analysis to explore what it all means for BYU moving forward. **Topics Covered:** * BYU football and ESPN's historic partnership * Why football independence worked for the Cougars * BYU's rise in the Big 12 * Athletic department valuation and revenue growth * BYU recruiting momentum * College football conference realignment * The future of the Big 12 * Could BYU become the conference's biggest football brand? Do you think BYU will become the top brand in the Big 12, or does another program still hold that title? Let me know your thoughts in the comments! #BYU #BYUFootball #Big12 #Big12Football #CollegeFootball #CFB #BYUCougars #ConferenceRealignment #ESPN #FootballRecruiting Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

ESPN Drops BYU BOMBSHELL After Cougars Get GOOD NEWS!

College Football Addiction — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:59:55 -0400

Can BYU Cougars Football turn a massive analytics projection into a College Football Playoff run? We break down Bear Bachmeier's historical ceiling and the critical questions facing the offense in 2026. Subscribe to the Podcast Feed: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-12-football-addiction/id6790216437 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033OsgNFvRBkj9FBSfPpfD Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/PITTINGER Every college football fan loves a good narrative clash, and the upcoming season presents a fascinating one with the BYU Cougars Football program. While computer projection models like ESPN's FPI view this roster as a potential Big 12 title contender with an incredibly high ceiling, national media outlets remain highly skeptical. The core of this divide lies in whether the offense can evolve from a run-heavy, physical unit into a dynamic, multidimensional threat capable of winning high-scoring shootouts. In this analysis, we dive deep into the numbers and roster construction to see which side of this debate is right. We look at the recruiting momentum under Kalani Sitake, highlighted by the massive commitment of edge rusher Jag Ioane, and assess how the defensive front is built to carry this team/ More importantly, we analyze the critical progression of quarterback Bear Bachmeier, evaluating how a paper-thin wide receiver room could impact his ability to stretch the field. To understand the true ceiling of this offense, we must look at the historic rare-air company Bear Bachmeier joined as a true freshman. Only 19 Power Conference quarterbacks over the past two decades have hit his specific yardage, touchdown, and turnover benchmarks—a list that includes multiple Heisman Trophy winners and first-round draft picks. However, replicating that efficiency in his second year will require overcoming a highly challenging schedule that features a marquee matchup against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and a highly anticipated rivalry game against the Utah Utes Football team. **In this video, we review:** * BYU Cougars Football: How the program's physical run-heavy formula matches up against a changing Big 12 landscape. * Jag Ioane Commitment: Why the highly touted in-state edge rusher chose Kalani Sitake's defense over Big Ten powers. * Bear Bachmeier: The statistical anomaly putting the sophomore quarterback in the same company as former Heisman winners. * Notre Dame Fighting Irish: Analyzing the mid-season matchup that represents BYU's lowest FPI win probability. * Utah Utes Football: The FPI projections for the high-stakes Holy War rivalry game and its impact on the Big 12 race. * Texas Tech Red Raiders: Reviewing the passing-game struggles that exposed BYU's offensive limitations in previous matchups. Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

Houston Football Source ADMITS Something YOU NEED to HEAR!

College Football Addiction — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:59:14 -0400

Welcome to a clip from live episode of The Power Two. TJ Pittinger, Tom Hannifan & Cole Thompson host this show on College Football Addiction! The guys talk about Houston Football and why they’re going to be a TOP TEAM in the Big 12! Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/PITTINGER Follow the hosts on X: https://x.com/tj_pittinger https://x.com/tomhannifan https://x.com/mrcolethompson Subscribe for MORE content like this: https://www.youtube.com/@CollegeFootballAddiction/?sub_confirmation=1

BYU Football Just Got A TRIPLE DOSE of GOOD NEWS! | Cougars Football

College Football Addiction — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:58:43 -0400

BYU Football is quietly building something special, and it's becoming harder to ignore. This week, the Cougars made headlines with a new jersey patch partnership with Entrata, adding another major revenue stream as college football continues to evolve in the NIL and revenue-sharing era. But that's only part of the story. Subscribe to the Podcast Feed: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-12-football-addiction/id6790216437 Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/PITTINGER We also take a look at the two biggest uncommitted recruiting targets still on BYU's board—Owen Leishman and Jag Ioane—and why landing both could be massive for Kalani Sitake and the future of BYU football. Finally, we break down why CBS Sports' Josh Pate believes BYU is one of the teams most likely to reach the College Football Playoff for the first time, what he sees in the Cougars, and why expectations in Provo continue to rise heading into the season. Is BYU becoming the next powerhouse in the Big 12? Let me know your thoughts in the comments! Topics Covered: BYU's new Entrata jersey patch partnership How much the deal could mean financially Owen Leishman recruiting update Jag Ioane recruiting update Josh Pate's College Football Playoff prediction Kalani Sitake's vision for BYU BYU recruiting BYU football news Big 12 football College Football Playoff discussion If you enjoyed the video, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss the latest BYU Football news, recruiting updates, and college football coverage. #BYU #BYUFootball #GoCougs #Big12 #CollegeFootball #CFB #Recruiting #KalaniSitake #CollegeFootballPlayoff #BYUCougars Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

Texas Tech Just Got GOOD NEWS It NEVER SAW Coming! | Red Raiders | Big 12

College Football Addiction — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:58:15 -0400

Can Texas Tech repeat as Big 12 champions in 2026? After the Big 12 coaches voted BYU as the preseason favorite, the Red Raiders suddenly have plenty of motivation heading into the season. Please subscribe to Big 12 Football Addiction on Audio Platforms: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/big-12-football-addiction/id6790216437 Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/PITTINGER In this video, we break down why BYU was picked over Texas Tech, what Joey McGuire had to say about Will Hammond, the Red Raiders' culture, and why he's confident this team can compete for another conference championship. We also take a look at ESPN's Football Power Index (FPI), which ranks Texas Tech as a Top 10 team nationally, and explain what that ranking really means after the debate surrounding FPI and predictive metrics. Is Texas Tech being overlooked by the Big 12 coaches? Does BYU deserve to be the favorite? And can Joey McGuire lead the Red Raiders back to the College Football Playoff? Let me know your thoughts in the comments! Topics Covered: Texas Tech Football 2026 Joey McGuire press conference Will Hammond update Big 12 preseason poll BYU vs Texas Tech ESPN FPI rankings explained College Football Playoff discussion Big 12 Championship race Texas Tech recruiting Red Raiders outlook for 2026 #TexasTech #TexasTechFootball #WreckEm #RedRaiders #Big12 #CollegeFootball #CFB #JoeyMcGuire #WillHammond #BYU #CollegeFootballPlayoff #CFBNews #ESPNFPI #Big12Football #FootballAnalysis Follow us on social media here: https://x.com/cfbaddiction & https://x.com/tj_pittinger!

BYU Rival ADMITS Something that SHOCKED Me on Cougars & Kalani Sitake

College Football Addiction — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 22:12:29 -0400

BYU football enters the 2026 season with championship expectations unlike anything we've seen in the Big 12 era.

In today's video, we're breaking down three of the biggest BYU football stories coming out of Big 12 Media Days and why they all point to one conclusion: the Cougars are no longer the hunters... they're the hunted.
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🏈 In this video:

Hans Olsen says it's "Big 12 Championship or Bust" for BYU.
Utah head coach Morgan Scalley gives Kalani Sitake major praise and what it means for the future of the Holy War rivalry.
Why BYU was voted the preseason favorite to win the Big 12 over Texas Tech, Kansas State, Utah, Arizona State, and the rest of the conference.
Does BYU have the best roster in the Big 12?
Can LJ Martin lead the Cougars to a conference championship?
How much will losing Jay Hill impact the defense?
Is Kalani Sitake one of the most respected head coaches in college football?

BYU has built one of the strongest cultures in college football, and with championship expectations officially here, the pressure has never been greater. Can the Cougars live up to the hype and make the College Football Playoff?

Let me know your thoughts in the comments:
Is it truly Big 12 Championship or Bust for BYU this season?

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