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First and 16 Podcast - Big 12 College Football and College Basketball

Adam Gibby
Big 12 Conference
College Football Playoff
Big 12
BYU
Texas Tech
College Football
Utah
Cincinnati
Iowa State
SEC
Kansas State
UCF
Big 12 Football
AP Top 25
Arizona State
Houston
NCAA
TCU
Oklahoma State
Notre Dame

Your daily podcast for Big 12 Football, Big 12 Basketball, and all other Big 12 Sports. First and 16 delivers sharp analysis, insider rumors, and in-depth breakdowns for all 16 Big 12 teams — from Texas Tech and BYU to Kansas State and UCF. Whether it's Big 12 football Saturdays or March Madness runs, we cover every story, every angle, every time.Stay updated with Big 12 news, game previews and re... more

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Latest Episodes

The AP Top 25 is a mess, and a lot of that can be attributed to the preseason rankings which in today's landscape of college football are nothing more than a forecast.

The Big 12 season is nearing the halfway point, so it's time for a REALITY CHECK.

Which teams have exceeded preseason expectations? Which fan bases should be feeling good? Who still has hope — and whose season is basically already over?

On this e... more

Week 5 of Big 12 football delivered chaos, comebacks and one huge takeaway:

There may not be a dominant team in this conference.

BYU survived a rainy road battle against TCU, Houston erased a 17–0 deficit against UCF, Texas Tech struggled early b... more

It's PROVE IT WEEK in the Big 12.

We're far enough into the college football season that the excuses and preseason expectations are starting to disappear. Now it's time to find out which Big 12 teams are actually legit — and which ones are about to... more

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Heather Denich
Sports journalist formerly with ESPN, referenced during SEC discussion
ESPN (as referenced in the episode)
Episode: SEC Leaving the NCAA: Could it Happen and What it Means for College Football
Paul Finebaum
ESPN commentator, host of the Paul Finebaum Show
ESPN
Episode: Another TERRIBLE 24-Team Playoff Take?! | College Football Playoff Expansion Debate | First & 16

Host

Adam Gibby
Host of First and 16 Podcast; focuses on Big 12 football and basketball with bold takes and insider-style analysis; often leads solo episodes and ensemble discussions about conference landscape.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • My Go to Big12 Podcast

    Love this podcast and it’s my go to for prepping for the games in the weekend. Adam does a great job representing the entire conference. His BYUness shows occasionally, nothing wrong with that. But all things considered I really enjoy listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Masman28
    United Statesa year ago
  • Covers each team!

    Love this new Big 12 podcast! Concise. Provided great insight how the Big 12 compares to the rest of the country.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joel from TX
    United Statesa year ago
  • So good

    Lots of talk about the big 12 and all of the great things going on

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tannerover
    United Statesa year ago
  • #1 Big12 Podcast

    Great and unbiased coverage of the Big 12!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GeezyUte
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Podcast!

    Great content! If you’re a fan of the Big 12, make sure you tune in here

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Baseballchris98
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Audience notes the show is well-edited, with engaging discussions and minimal fluff.
Fans appreciate unbiased, data-informed game previews and bold predictions.
Listeners praise concise, insightful Big 12 coverage and strong host opinions.

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SEC Leaving the NCAA: Could it Happen and What it Means for College Football
Q: Heather, what are you hearing about whether or not it's realistic for the SEC to break away from the NCAA in the near future?
Heather indicates the discussions have been ongoing among SEC presidents and chancellors since February, focusing on self-governance if federal legislation is not achieved, including antitrust considerations and rule enforcement challenges.
Expansion Watch & Bracket Buzz: College Football and Big 12 Basketball Recap
Q: Does college football need to be restructured?
Yes, it needs significant restructuring to ensure competitive balance and fair opportunities across different conferences.
SEC & ACC Shakeups: What Schedule Changes Mean for the Big 12 + Mailbag Wednesday
Q: How many teams can realistically make it into the AP Top 25?
The host suggests that up to six teams from the Big 12 could be ranked, depending on their performance against each other.

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A fast-paced, data-driven take on Big 12 football and basketball, with frequent season previews, game-by-game analysis, and opinions on realignment, conferences, and rankings. Episodes mix bold predictions, roster moves, and policy debates (NIL, governance) with strong emphasis on the Big 12's teams, schedules, and narratives, often delivered with a national-conscious yet conference-focused lens. A standout is the host's unapologetic, opinionated style and willingness to challenge mainstream pundits, which can be especially engaging for fans looking for passionate discourse and practical game insights.

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