The Big 12 football media days kicked off Tuesday at The Star, bringing together coaches, star players, and league officials from all 16 teams for two interviews and anticipation ahead of the 2025 season. With live coverage on ESPNU, ESPN2, and ESPN+, the event features a mix of returning standouts and high-profile newcomers, promising fresh insight into a conference still adjusting to recent expansion and realignment.
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— Big 12 Conference (@Big12Conference) July 8, 2025
Where to watch Big 12 Media Days 2025: TV channel, live stream
Coverage of the Big 12 Media Days will air live on national television, via either ESPN2 or ESPNU.
Matt Barrie (host) will be joined by Greg McElroy (analyst), Brock Osweiler (analyst) and Katie George (reporter) for live, on-site coverage.
Viewers looking to stream the Big 12 Media Days may do so on both ESPN+ and Fubo.
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Big 12 Media Days 2025 schedule
- Dates: Tuesday, July 8 - Wednesday, July 9
- Location: Frisco, Texas
The 2025 Big 12 Media Days will occur across Tuesday, July 8 and Wednesday, July 9. The event will take place in Frisco, Texas, at the Ford Center, which is the practice facility for the Dallas Cowboys.
See below for a complete TV schedule for the two-day event.
| Date | Event | Time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, July 8 | Big 12 Media Days | 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. | ESPNU, Fubo, ESPN+ |
| Wednesday, July 9 | Big 12 Media Days | 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. | ESPNU, Fubo, ESPN+ |
| Big 12 Media Days | 3-4 p.m. | ESPN2, Fubo, ESPN+ |
Big 12 Media Days 2025 attendees
Representatives from all 16 teams will make an appearance on either Tuesday, July 8 or Wednesday, July 9.
See below for each team's schedule, coaches and student-athlete representatives.
Tuesday, July 8
| School | Representatives |
|---|---|
| Arizona State | HC Kenny Dillingham, QB Sam Leavitt, WR Jordyn Tyson, OL Ben Coleman, DL C.J. Fite, DL Clayton Smith, DB Xavion Alford |
| Baylor | HC Dave Aranda, QB Sawyer Robertson, WR Josh Cameron, OL Omar Aigbedion, DL Jackie Marshall, LB Keaton Thomas, DB Devyn Bobby |
| BYU | HC Kalani Sitake, RB LJ Martin, WR Chase Roberts, LB Jack Kelly, LB Isaiah Glasker, DL Keanu Tanuvasa |
| UCF | HC Scott Frost, RB Myles Montgomery, OL Paul Rubelt, DE Nyjalik Kelly, LB Keli Lawson |
| Cincinnati | HC Scott Satterfield, QB Brendan Sorsby, TE Joe Royer, OL Gavin Gerhardt, DL Dontay Corleone |
| Iowa State | HC Matt Campbell, QB Rocco Becht, OL Tyler Miller, DL Domonique Orange, DB Jeremiah Cooper, DB Jontez Williams |
| Kansas State | HC Chris Klieman, QB Avery Johnson, OL Taylor Poitier, DE Cody Stufflebean, LB Des Purnell, S VJ Payne |
| Texas Tech | HC Joey McGuire, QB Behren Morton, WR Caleb Douglas, DL Romello Height, DL Lee Hunter, LB Jacob Rodriguez, DB Cole Wisniewski |
Wednesday, July 9
| School | Representatives |
|---|---|
| Arizona | HC Brent Brennan, QB Noah Fifita, OL Rhino Tapa'atoutai, DL Tre Smith, DB Treydan Stukes, DB Dalton Johnson, DB Genesis Smith |
| Colorado | HC Deion Sanders, QB Julian Lewis, QB Kaidon Salter, OL Jordan Seaton, DB DJ McKinney, K Alejandro Mata |
| Houston | HC Willie Fritz, WR Mekhi Mews, WR Stephon Johnson, DL Carlos Allen Jr., DB Latrell McCutchin Sr. |
| Kansas | HC Lance Leipold, QB Jalon Daniels, C Bryce Foster, DE Dean Miller, DT D.J. Withers |
| Oklahoma State | HC Mike Gundy, TE Josh Ford, DT Iman Oates, DB Cam Smith |
| TCU | HC Sonny Dykes, QB Josh Hoover, WR Eric McAlister, OL Coltin Deery, LB Devean Deal, LB Namdi Obiazor, DB Bud Clark |
| Utah | HC Kyle Whittingham, QB Devon Dampier, OL Spencer Fano, DB Smith Snowden, LB Lander Barton |
| West Virginia | HC Rich Rodriguez, WR Jaden Bray, OL Landen Livingston, DL Edward Vesterinen |
BIG 12 and College Football Playoff
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark opened the league’s media days by firmly backing the proposed 5+11 College Football Playoff (CFP) format, stating he is “doubling down” on the model. Under this system, the five highest-ranked conference champions would receive automatic playoff bids, while the CFP committee would select 11 at-large teams. Yormark emphasized that while this approach might not immediately favor the Big 12, it is the fairest and most sustainable path for college football, reflecting the league’s desire to “earn it on the field” rather than rely on guaranteed spots. The Big 12 and ACC have been the primary advocates for this format, contrasting with the Big Ten’s push for a model granting more automatic bids to the SEC and Big Ten. A final decision on the CFP format for 2026 and beyond is expected by December.
Big 12's Brett Yormark takes dead aim at the Big Ten & Tony Petitti: "We continue to believe the 5+11 model is the right playoff model. We want to earn it on the field. We are not the NFL."
— Brett McMurphy (@Brett_McMurphy) July 8, 2025
Texas Tech's Joey McGuire
Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire delivered an emotional and optimistic message at Big 12 Media Days in Frisco. He opened by expressing heartfelt prayers for flood-stricken Central Texas before shifting focus to his team’s promising 2025 outlook.
McGuire praised the leadership of six standout players, including quarterback Behren Morton and breakout wide receiver Caleb Douglas, while highlighting offseason gains through the transfer portal. He emphasized culture and character in recruiting and celebrated the return of defensive anchor Jacob Rodriguez.
Notably, McGuire introduced new offensive coordinator Mack Leftwich, shared the redemption story of wideout Micah Hudson, and lauded defensive lineman Lee Hunter’s early impact. The Red Raiders, McGuire said, aren’t running from expectations -- they’re ready to meet them head-on.
Everything Joey McGuire said at Big 12 Media Days