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sports5 days ago

ASU Coach Dillingham Blames Self After 55-19 Baylor Rout

Arizona State head coach Kenny Dillingham admitted he is 'letting our football team down' following a 55-19 loss to Baylor, citing poor execution and a failure to maximize player talent. The Sun Devils struggled with turnovers, including a fumble by Omarion Miller and an interception by Cutter Boley, while failing to convert seven red zone visits into touchdowns. Despite the defeat, Dillingham confirmed Boley will remain the starting quarterback, emphasizing that the team must improve fundamentals rather than making drastic changes. ASU now sits at 2-2 overall and 1-1 in Big 12 play, with their next game scheduled against Texas Tech on October 17.

Baylor dismantles Arizona State 55-19 in Big 12 blowout, prompting Dillingham's self-criticism
sports5 days ago

Baylor dismantles Arizona State 55-19 in Big 12 blowout, prompting Dillingham's self-criticism

Baylor defeated Arizona State 55-19 in a lopsided Big 12 matchup, with the Sun Devils failing to convert multiple red zone opportunities into touchdowns. Head coach Kenny Dillingham admitted he was 'letting the team down' after a performance marked by turnovers and poor execution, while Baylor coach Dave Aranda cited external criticism as fuel for his squad's dominance.

Houston Cougars Rally for 27-17 Win Over UCF Amidst Empty Stadium Controversy
sports5 days ago

Houston Cougars Rally for 27-17 Win Over UCF Amidst Empty Stadium Controversy

No. 20 Houston defeated UCF 27-17 on Saturday, erasing a 17-0 deficit with 27 unanswered points in the second half. Quarterback Conner Weigman, playing through illness, threw for 239 yards and rushed for three touchdowns. The victory came despite a notably sparse crowd at TDECU Stadium, which drew criticism for a ranked team. Houston improved to 4-1 overall and 1-1 in conference play, while UCF fell to 3-2.

Mestemaker leads Oklahoma State to 41-24 win, ending 18-game Big 12 losing streak
sports12 days ago

Mestemaker leads Oklahoma State to 41-24 win, ending 18-game Big 12 losing streak

Oklahoma State defeated West Virginia 41-24 on September 26, 2026, at Milan Puskar Stadium to end an 18-game Big 12 conference losing streak. Quarterback Drew Mestemaker threw for 389 yards and three touchdowns, while the Cowboys scored on five consecutive possessions in the second half. West Virginia’s defense failed to pressure Mestemaker, allowing 609 total yards. The victory improved Oklahoma State’s record to 3-1 and marked their first conference win since November 2023.

Week 3: Undefeated Contenders Face Crucial Tests as 35 Teams Remain Perfect
sports16 days ago

Week 3: Undefeated Contenders Face Crucial Tests as 35 Teams Remain Perfect

With 35 teams remaining undefeated after Week 3, the 2026 college football season features a diverse field of contenders. While powerhouses like Texas and Ole Miss lead the rankings, mid-major and Group of 6 programs such as James Madison and Massachusetts are also making significant strides. Key matchups this weekend, including Florida vs. Mississippi and West Virginia vs. Oklahoma State, will serve as critical tests for these teams' staying power.

Sanders Purges Roster After Colorado's 41-7 Loss to Northwestern
sports16 days ago

Sanders Purges Roster After Colorado's 41-7 Loss to Northwestern

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders confirmed the dismissal of several players following a 41-7 loss to Northwestern. The decision followed a viral video of players mocking the opponent and reports of laughter in the locker room after the defeat. Sanders cited 'conduct detrimental to the team' as the reason, aiming to prevent a repeat of last season's collapse. An updated roster will be released before the upcoming game against Baylor.

BYU Preps Balanced 18-Game Big 12 Conference Schedule
byu-basketball21 days ago

BYU Preps Balanced 18-Game Big 12 Conference Schedule

The Big 12 released BYU's 2026-27 18-game conference schedule: three opponents twice, six at home, six away, with Home/Away foes Utah, Arizona, and TCU; Home-Only foes Kansas, Oklahoma State, Kansas State, West Virginia, Cincinnati, Baylor; Away-Only foes Arizona State, UCF, Colorado, Houston, Iowa State, Texas Tech. Notable dates include Jan 6 home opener vs Cincinnati, a Feb 22 ESPN Big Monday vs Arizona, and the March 5 regular-season finale at Texas Tech; BYU also has a February bye between Utah and Kansas State.

BYU Tops Big 12 Power Rankings Despite Injury Woes
sports23 days ago

BYU Tops Big 12 Power Rankings Despite Injury Woes

BYU is ranked No. 1 in Eye on the Y's Big 12 power rankings after a win over Arizona, but starting linebacker Siale Esera is likely out against Colorado State amid other injuries (Raider Damuni out for a month, Sione Moa out for the season). The ranking lists Utah, Texas Tech, and Houston behind BYU, with the rest of the conference following; BYU sits at No. 11 in the AP Top 25 as context.

sports25 days ago

BYU edges Arizona in Big 12 opener as Glasker and Kasper spark offense

BYU opened its Big 12 schedule with a 28-17 win over Arizona, extending its series lead over the Wildcats to six. A critical overturned fourth‑down spot shifted momentum, freshman Legend Glasker hauled in a 61‑yard catch, Kyler Kasper scored twice, and Bear Bachmeier connected on big plays as BYU moved to 2-0 overall and 1-0 in conference play amid a penalties-filled second half.

Arizona aims to break BYU hoodoo in Provo as Big 12 play opens
sports27 days ago

Arizona aims to break BYU hoodoo in Provo as Big 12 play opens

Arizona travels to No. 15 BYU for its Big 12 opener hoping to snap a five-game skid in Provo. Key storylines include Arizona's improving run defense against BYU's rushing attack, the turnover margin after a sloppy debut, and Noah Fifita's performance on the road, with BYU favored by 7.5 points and potential Arizona reinforcements Mahdi and Harris cleared to travel.

Paxton donation ties political action to Big 12 clash over Texas Tech’s Sorsby case
politics2 months ago

Paxton donation ties political action to Big 12 clash over Texas Tech’s Sorsby case

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton reportedly received a $274,300 donation from Cody Campbell, chair of Texas Tech’s Board of Regents, one day before threatening to sue the Big 12 over sanctions related to Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s eligibility after a court injunction allowed him to play; the Big 12 sought a federal ruling to enforce its bylaws amid NCAA gambling violations, Sorsby later withdrew from Tech as the NFL paused the 2026 draft, and Campbell defended TTU’s handling as upholding student welfare.