Locked On College Football BIG 12 SQUAD - What Analysts Say About the Big 12 Ahead of Week Eleven
Nov 6, 2025
Darian Gray, a Big 12 analyst and Locked On TCU representative, breaks down TCU's playoff aspirations and the overall dynamics in the Big 12. He discusses the implications of the latest College Football Playoff rankings, especially for BYU and Texas Tech. The conversation dives into the possibility of sending three Big 12 teams to the playoffs, highlighting the pivotal matchup between BYU and Texas Tech, and how Utah's ranking could impact their chances. Tune in for fascinating insights and lively debate!
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Committee Rewards Recent Performance
- The CFP committee putting Utah at 13 shows it's willing to value recent performance over preseason reputation.
- That opens a path for the Big 12 to have three top-13 teams if BYU and Texas Tech hold their spots.
Treat BYU–Tech Like An Elimination Game
- Big 12 teams should treat BYU vs Texas Tech as an elimination-style game that affects playoff access.
- Win this marquee matchup or control tiebreakers to keep multiple Big 12 teams in contention.
Two Losses Might Not Kill A Case
- A two-loss Big 12 team can still reach the playoff if other power teams lose and conference dynamics shift.
- Utah sitting at 11–13 gives the conference a strategic advantage as other leagues cannibalize themselves.