No Announcement Yet, But Lots of Talk About Brett Yormark
It was the major story in Big 12 Country on Tuesday as Sports Illustrated's Ross Dellinger broke the story that Roc Nation COO Brett Yormark is the primary candidate to be the next Big 12 Commissioner. What to think?
Big 12 Targets COO of Jay Z's Roc Nation, Brett Yormark as New Commissioner
Multiple reports starting with Sports Illustrated have the Big 12 negotiating with Brett Yormark of Roc Nation as the new Big 12 Commissioner to be presented at the Big 12 Football Media Days.
Big 12 Releases Annual Revenue Distribution Numbers
The Big 12 is meeting for its annual meetings, where they announced the annual average distribution numbers for the 2021-22 fiscal year.
Finally, Some Well Deserved Recognition for Gundy
I truly believe that Oklahoma State fans have known they had a good football coach. Mike Gundy has overachieved at Oklahoma State even considering the upgrades in facilities. Now national media is coming around.
NCAA Division I Council Takes Action with Big 12 Effect and Portal Recovery
Not often in college football recently has the Big 12 Conference been labeled as leading the way, but today they did and Mike Gundy got his wish of evening up Portal losses
Editorial: College Athletics Future and If I Agree with Pete Thamel Check the Temp Below
I was working out in the gym and was reading a story on the future of college athletics by ESPN's Pete Thamel. I have a history with Thamel. Let's say we aren't buddies, but his story I agree with.
Maxwell, Elish Headline Cowgirl Softball's Big 12 Yearly Award Winners
Co-Pitcher of the Year Kelly Maxwell and first team all-conference performer Miranda Elish headlined a group of seven Oklahoma State honorees as the Big 12 announced its 2022 softball yearly awards today.
Mike Gundy Talks Big 12 Spring Meetings and Issues Discussed in Arizona
Oklahoma State head football coach Mike Gundy discussed what went on in Scottsdale, Ariz, at the Big 12 Spring Meetings. Transfer Portal, NIL, and the changing landscapes all included.
Gundy and Holgorsen Reunion in the Desert at Big 12 Spring Meetings
We had to use an old picture, but Gundy and Holgorsen were back together again at the Big 12 Spring Coaches Meetings in Scottsdale, Ariz.
Big 12 in Scottsdale for Spring Meeting with Heavy Agenda
Oklahoma State will have Chad Weiberg, Mike Gundy, Mike Boynton, and Jacie Hoyt at the Big 12 Conference Spring Meetings. There is much to discuss.
14-Team Big 12 for 2023-24 is Not New News
I don't know what rock that Jon Rothstein has been under but the Big 12 has been planning on a 14-team conference in 2023-24. The thought of that not happening was more on OU and Texas bolting early for the SEC and not the arrival of Cinciny, UCF, and Houston.
Big 12 Finally Hires a Consultant for Commissioner Search, Don't Believe Names Out There
The Big 12 is looking for a new commissioner to replace Bob Bowlsby. We hear that the thinking on the hire will be outside the box.
An Early Look at Big 12 Conference in Football Season
We'll do this again in July as the teams will likely have added a few more needed pieces, but with spring past the midway point and near finished at some schools, here are our picks.
Who Could Be the Next Big 12 Commissioner?
Everybody is speculating, so why not Pokes Report. Our candidates may surprise you.
Big 12 Board of Directors Agree with Commissioner Bob Bowlsby on His Exit Plan
It's been going on for a couple of weeks as the Big 12 Board of Directors worked through the process of making a decision for leadership of the future. In the end they decided not Bowlsby.
More Coverage on the Future Television Negotiations and Conference Revenue
The Big 12 is in a tough spot and they need to find a way to convince the television interests to bid big on the upcoming negotiations.
Wrestling Wrap-up; Why Has Oklahoma State Wrestling Slipped So Far?
It seems like there are a lot reasons being identified for decline of Oklahoma State wrestling. It is almost a pick your poison. I don't disagree with any of them, but I believe one big reason is out of John Smith's control.
Mike Gundy Highest Paid Big 12 Coach, What is His Value Compared to the Others?
Everybody in college football seems to be getting raises. Even coaches that should be closer to getting fired seem to get contract extensions. How do they compare in the Big 12 and where is the value?
Could It Help Big 12 and Pac-12 to Negotiate Media Rights as Consortium
The SEC got a huge wad of cash coming from ESPN. Now NBC is in line with FOX to pay the Big Ten handsomely. The Big 12 and Pac-12 need help. Can they find it in each other?
Mike Gundy Kind of Happy With the Rankings but Happier With Class
Recruiting rankings are interesting and as we can see fluctuate a little. It may surprise some that Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy was keeping track, but it doesn't change that he likes his class.