Episode Details

Big 12 football heads to Dublin as TCU faces North Carolina in a high-stakes international showdown. Can TCU overcome its off-field drama and avoid the “curse of the Emerald Isle,” or will North Carolina’s revamped defense under Bobby Petrino spark an upset? Hosts Jake Hatch, Chris Level, and Big 12 insiders debate whether the overseas push truly grows the sport or just adds chaos, drawing comparisons to rugby and the NFL’s global reach. The crew tackles preseason power rankings, questioning Iowa State’s bold title hopes under Jimmy Rogers and spotlighting Texas Tech’s quarterback depth and controversial roster moves. Are coaches crossing the line chasing quick fixes? Hot takes on player eligibility confusion, West Virginia’s recruiting challenges, and Oklahoma State’s Mike Gundy add to the fireworks. Get insider perspectives on Big 12 team chemistry, transfer portal headaches, and what to expect as college football’s wildest conference kicks off. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.