Big 12 title race heats up as BYU surges to the front—can Utah, Kansas State, or Houston catch up before Arlington? Mike G. and Christian R. tackle the conference’s biggest storylines, spotlighting top quarterbacks like Bear Bachmeier, Devin Dampier, and Avery Johnson while dissecting UCF’s setback with Alonzo Barnett’s injury and the shakeup it causes. Key topics include touchdown leaders, surprise contenders such as Julian Lewis, Big 12 scheduling quirks, and the high-stakes Houston vs. Texas Tech showdown that could decide playoff chances. The hosts break down defensive standouts, looming conference showdowns, and which teams are best positioned for a College Football Playoff push as non-conference play winds down. Which Big 12 quarterback will rise, and who’s set to dominate the race for the conference crown?