#  @johnkurtzshow Open For Business: a Big [--] Podcast w/ John Kurtz Open For Business: a Big [--] Podcast w/ John Kurtz posts on YouTube about big 12, business, college football, big ten the most. They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [-----] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [-----] [#](/creator/youtube::UCYKMXVCgo3h9fK5BtxDIorg/interactions)  ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/youtube::UCYKMXVCgo3h9fK5BtxDIorg/posts_active)  ### Followers: [------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCYKMXVCgo3h9fK5BtxDIorg/followers)  ### CreatorRank: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCYKMXVCgo3h9fK5BtxDIorg/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [ncaa football](/list/ncaa-football) #2446 [finance](/list/finance) 12.87% [ncaa basketball](/list/ncaa-basketball) #1021 [countries](/list/countries) 1.75% [automotive brands](/list/automotive-brands) 1.17% [social networks](/list/social-networks) 1.17% [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) 1.17% [stocks](/list/stocks) 0.58% [luxury brands](/list/luxury-brands) 0.58% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) 0.58% **Social topic influence** [big 12](/topic/big-12) #48, [business](/topic/business) #3691, [college football](/topic/college-football) 31.58%, [big ten](/topic/big-ten) #112, [the big](/topic/the-big) #1009, [if you](/topic/if-you) 19.88%, [football](/topic/football) 19.3%, [texas tech](/topic/texas-tech) #178, [john](/topic/john) #4804, [in the](/topic/in-the) 11.7% **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@ofbcollegefootball](/creator/undefined) [@jlkurtz](/creator/undefined) [@solidverbal](/creator/undefined) [@cfbxpress](/creator/undefined) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "Financial Crisis at One Big [--] School; Coach Says Were Broke Kelvin Sampson just said something you almost never hear from a coach at a top program: Houston is broke. In this clip I react to Sampsons comments explain why the timing is so shocking with Houston thriving in basketball and rising in football and break down what this could mean for the Cougars in the NIL and revenue-sharing era. Could money eventually put pressure on Houston to keep elite coaches like Sampson and Willie Fritz And if Houston is feeling a squeeze what does that say about the Big 12s financial reality compared to the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bo00d2KpMjU) 2026-02-06T20:45Z 30.7K followers, 23.7K engagements "The Sad Truth About Nebraska and the Big [--] Nebraska almost rejoined the Big [--] and the wildest part is why were conditioned to think that wouldve been a bad idea. In this video I break down the story from former Nebraska athletic director Bill Moos who says he quietly explored a path back to the Big [--] between [----] and [----]. Moos details how Nebraska fans and boosters complained about the Big Ten road trips the lack of historic rivalries and how the program felt stripped of its identity. He even met with thenBig [--] commissioner Bob Bowlsby in Dallas to discuss what it could look like" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=63lJ8KUV8zg) 2026-02-14T20:45Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Another Anti-Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ChantWill the Big [--] Step In Another BYU road game another chant controversy. In this clip I talk through what was heard in the BYU vs Oklahoma State game why theres debate over what was actually said and why the bigger issue is that anything using Mormon as an insult has become a recurring distraction in Big [--] arenas. I also get into what the Big [--] has said so far why statements alone havent stopped it and what real deterrents could look like moving forward (fines in-game penalties or technicals). Get Open For Business a Big 12" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FRhtHBdywH8) 2026-02-06T14:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "BYU is Hiding the Best Road Trip in College Sports BYU is hiding the perfect road trip in college sports. Ive covered college sports for [--] years. SEC. Big Ten. Big [--]. Major bowls. And Im telling you right now: Provo and Utah Valley are an elite combination of big time college sports unreal scenery and entertainment you wouldnt expect. In this video Im smashing the biggest stereotypes about BYU and Provo with actual proof on camera. Explore Utah Valley: https://www.utahvalley.com/ Sundance Mountain Resort: https://www.sundanceresort.com/ Block Restaurant:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=G9nzKwgbG_4) 2026-02-18T00:30Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Recruiting Sites Caught Sabotaging the Big 12; The Big [--] Star-Rating Scam Is Back Recruiting rankings are supposed to measure players. But for the Big [--] its starting to feel like theyre being used to shape a narrative. In this episode of Open For Business I break down the latest example of what looks like the antiBig [--] machine at work: Utahs [----] recruit Sal Moa was a four-star until he flipped to Michigan. Then in Rivals final Rivals300 update he suddenly becomes a five-star. And once you see it you cant unsee it. I walk through why this matters beyond fans being mad online. If Big 12" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GEvJjtgp_gk) 2026-01-30T18:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Inside the Downfall of Baylor Athletics in the NIL Era Baylor athletics is going through it and in this episode I break down why the slide has happened and what comes next. Im joined by Ashley Hodge (SICEM 365) for a big-picture conversation about the state of Baylor basketball under Scott Drew in the NIL/transfer portal era plus the uncertainty around Baylor football and Dave Aranda. We get into how Baylors roster-building approach has changed why missing on a few portal/NIL evaluations can wreck an entire season and what kind of adjustments Baylor may be forced to make this offseason with a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ISk2cMByjZA) 2026-02-13T14:30Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "BOMBSHELL: Nebraska Tried to Come Back to the Big [--] Nebraska almost rejoined the Big [--]. No this isnt message-board fan fiction. In this video I break down the stunning new details from former Nebraska athletic director Bill Moos who says he quietly explored a return to the Big [--] and even met with then-commissioner Bob Bowlsby to test the waters. Well cover when this happened why Nebraska fans were unhappy with Big Ten travel and rivalries how real the momentum actually was and what it would have meant for the Big [--] the Big Ten and the entire realignment timeline. Could Nebraska have come" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ITdipt6Y5LA) 2026-02-11T17:08Z 30.7K followers, 48.8K engagements "Is BYUs Season Falling Apart Whats Happening to the Cougars BYU has dropped three straight and the biggest red flag is on defense. In this clip I break down whats going wrong in Provo why the slow starts and turnovers are compounding the problem and what the metrics still say about BYUs overall profile (NET KenPom strength of schedule). Is this just a normal midseason skid that good teams survive or is it a sign BYUs ceiling is closer to solid tournament team than true contender With Houston next the next two weeks could define BYUs season. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IixcO7FxMd4) 2026-02-06T19:30Z 30.7K followers, [---] engagements "Lincoln Riley's Brutal Shot at the SEC Exposes SEC Cheating Lincoln Riley just took a huge shot at the SEC and he did it calmly on national radio. In this clip I react to Rileys comments on The Colin Cowherd Show about NIL and parity where he implies it used to be one part of the country paying players. You know exactly what conference hes talking about and its a rare moment of a head coach saying the quiet part out loud. I break down whether Rileys SEC jab is out of line whether its true and why hes such an imperfect messenger for this argument given his Oklahoma exit and USCs underwhelming" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MDkPytZyJpA) 2026-02-06T22:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "The Big [--] Has a Problem After This Schedule Drop Texas Tech just got the perfect road back to the College Football Playoff and the rest of the country is already mad about it. After the Big [--] schedule release two things are clear: Tech is going to take a ton of heat for an easy path and the league desperately needs someone besides BYU and Tech to step up. In this video I break down: Why I see Texas Tech and BYU as clearly out in front of the Big [--] right now Why Id put Houston third with Arizona and Utah right behind them Why national coverage keeps circling Arizona StateTech and what that" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MJRZysq7Q0E) 2026-01-23T20:45Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Are Texas Tech and Texas in NCAA Trouble; The NIL Crackdown Starts Now Could Texas Tech actually get in trouble for the massive NIL contracts its handing out in the transfer portal With the House settlement in place and the College Sports Commission firing a public warning shot theres real talk about fair market value eligibility risk and whether schools like Tech LSU Indiana and Texas are daring the CSC to do something about it. In this video I break down what the House settlement actually does how the College Sports Commission and NIL GO Clearinghouse are supposed to work why Texas Techs" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=O3JFzi2AqmU) 2026-01-12T20:45Z 30.7K followers, 15.9K engagements "Could North Dakota State Wind Up in the Big [--] They Took a Step Toward It North Dakota State is officially making the jump to FBS football joining the Mountain West. But heres the bigger question for Big [--] fans: could this be the first real step toward North Dakota State eventually winding up in the Big [--] In this episode of the Open for Business Big [--] podcast I break down why NDSUs move matters why the Mountain West is a gettable league for a program that dominated the FCS and what the James Madison blueprint tells us about how fast a school can level up after moving to the FBS. We also" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QdfCmcfQT2w) 2026-02-10T16:08Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "There Are No Winners in the Parker Kingston Story; BYU Star Facing First Degree Felony Charge CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault allegations. In todays Open For Business Big [--] show we start with the latest on BYU football as receiver Parker Kingston has been charged with first-degree felony rape in Washington County Utah. I walk through the limited confirmed details that have been reported so far including BYUs public statement whats known about the investigation timeline and what comes next in court. Then we pivot to the Big [--] basketball mess at Kansas" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WDcsbJeHiXs) 2026-02-13T02:34Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "K-State Has a Jerome Tang Problem K-State has a real Jerome Tang problem right now. After a 24-point loss to Kansas in Manhattan (their worst home loss to KU since 2002) the Wildcats look trapped between a massive buyout and a roster-building plan that hasnt produced results in the NIL era. In this video I break down: Why the Kansas loss felt like a program low point (effort pride and the ugly ending) How expensive this roster is and why that matters at K-State What went wrong with the mercenary roster approach and constant turnover Why chasing elite recruits hasnt paid off and the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZiVZlJj2abc) 2026-01-26T13:50Z 30.7K followers, 22.7K engagements "K-State Basketballs Money Problem Is Worse Than You Think Kansas State is spending big on basketball and the results are brutal. In this clip I lay out the eye-popping numbers behind K-States current mess: Jerome Tangs buyout situation the assistant coach salary figures and the broader context that makes the spending look even worse across the Big [--]. How did K-State end up paying top-of-market money and still sit at the bottom of the league And what does it mean for their next move if theyre financially stuck either way Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_PgUKqv-G5U) 2026-02-06T18:00Z 30.7K followers, 21.2K engagements "Is the Big [--] Making a Massive Playoff Mistake Everyone is dunking on the SEC and Big Ten for fumbling the future of the College Football Playoff. But buried in the latest reporting is the part that should worry Big [--] fans: the Big [--] might be making a playoff mistake that comes back to haunt it. In this episode of Open For Business I break down the CFP expansion stalemate (the January [--] deadline came and went) and the ugly reality that the SEC and Big Ten have most of the power yet cant agree on what they want. That has created chaos and the quotes coming out of the room are incredible." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_mmCuVtZ42I) 2026-01-30T20:45Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Oklahoma State to the Playoff It Could Happen; ESPN Says So The next Indiana might already be hiding in the Big [--] and ESPN basically said so. In this episode of Open For Business I break down the Indiana Bannister Effect (once something impossible happens it suddenly becomes repeatable) and why college football is officially in that era now. Indiana went 16-0 just two years after going 3-9 with a roster ranked 72nd in the [---] talent composite. That changed the sports mental math. So whos next I explain why there are two Big [--] programs that fit the Indiana profile including one that ESPNs" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aENcTs_33Qk) 2026-01-30T14:49Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Day [--] in Provo. PSA: get to Provo to watch your squad play BYU right now (P.S. yes you can drink)" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=arTUUa0hHmQ) 2026-02-07T06:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Big [--] Money Crisis: A Big [--] Power Says It's Broke; K-State is Bleeding Cash Big [--] basketball has a money problem and Kelvin Sampson just said the quiet part out loud. After Houstons win the Hall of Fame coach admitted the Cougars are broke raising a bigger question for the conference: if one of the Big 12s best programs is struggling for resources what does that mean for competing in the new era of college sports In this live show I break down Sampsons comments why Houstons timing is so surprising (elite hoops rising football huge recruiting footprint) and whether a lack of donor support" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dbd6eb-Xr-A) 2026-02-06T02:11Z 30.7K followers, 10.2K engagements "Big [--] Gets a HUGE Playoff Win; But it Comes With a Catch College Football Playoff is staying at [--] teams and the Big [--] just locked in a guaranteed spot for its champion. That sounds like a win but is this really stability or just a pause before the SEC and Big Ten try to reshape the sport on their terms In this show Ill break down what the CFP stalemate actually means for the Big [--] why the 4/4/2/2 model getting blocked matters and how long the league can count on guaranteed access before the next fight. Then well pivot to a wild weekend in Big [--] hoops and why Kansas State suddenly has a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=i8lgnLUt6pk) 2026-01-26T03:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "BYUs Brutal Week Gets Worse: Richie Saunders and Parker Kingston Updates BYU fans just lived through an absolutely brutal week and it hit both programs at once. In this video I break down the two storylines that changed everything: Richie Saunders tearing his ACL and being ruled out for the year and the Parker Kingston situation and what it means for BYU football moving forward. For BYU basketball losing Saunders isnt just losing a top scorer its losing the heart and soul of the team and it forces a hard question about the Cougars ceiling heading into March after a season full of injuries." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lGyRBKvrIZ8) 2026-02-16T20:45Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "K-State's Jerome Tang Situation Spirals Out of Control K-State fans have officially hit the breaking point with Jerome Tang. Just days after I broke down the Jerome Tang problem the situation got worse fast. Kansas State goes from another late-game collapse at West Virginia to getting embarrassed at home by Iowa State and Tangs postgame comments only poured gasoline on the fire. In this video I react to the most controversial press conference moments of the week including: Tang blaming changing rules for roster issues The Im not disappointed at all quote after a blowout loss Why the West" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lJlV-G19plk) 2026-02-02T15:01Z 30.7K followers, 14.6K engagements "Jerome Tang FIRED by K-State.For Cause; This Could be a Battle K-State has fired Jerome Tang. BYU has a horrible week. 🎙 New to streaming or looking to level up Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6321527093067776" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=m94WAoyvxl4) 2026-02-16T02:32Z 30.7K followers, 11.2K engagements "The NCAA Is Finally Coming After the SEC; Will They Lay the Hammer Down The NCAA and the College Sports Commission are firing warning shots at the SEC and it feels like were getting closer to the first real make an example moment of the NIL era. In this video I break down why LSU is now under investigation by the College Sports Commission (and why that matters even if its not football at least yet) plus the much more explosive situation involving Ole Miss and two separate tampering allegations that come with screenshots texts and receipts. Heres what we cover: what the College Sports" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=noHjmqbSHWM) 2026-02-03T00:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Paul Finebaum Takes a Cheap Shot at BYU; Then Has to Apologize Paul Finebaum didnt just dismiss Indianas [---] title run as a cute story he randomly dragged [----] BYU into it too. In this video I break down the full context of his comments play the clip where he reduces Lavell Edwards Robbie Bosco and the [--] Cougars to a collective yawn and then show you his tail-between-the-legs apology after Indiana finished the job against Miami. We talk about why this attitude perfectly sums up the SEC arrogance problem why its so bad for the sport when national titles from outside the SEC/blueblood bubble" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pxVAzC57lmg) 2026-01-22T16:18Z 30.7K followers, 44.9K engagements "BYU Can Save the Big 12's Reputation; The Cougars HAVE to do This The most important game of the [----] Big [--] season isnt even a conference game. Its BYU vs. Notre Dame in Provo and the entire leagues reputation might ride on what the Cougars do that night. In this video I break down why Notre Dame at BYU is the Big 12s single biggest opportunity to shift the national narrative and how we got here after last years playoff flop against Oregon. Ill walk through BYUs path to this moment Notre Dames soft early schedule and why this matchup will draw national eyeballs in a way most Big [--] games" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tmp-k8GLDjA) 2026-01-23T14:30Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Jerome Tang Makes K-State Crisis Even Messier; Is BYU in Trouble After KU Loss Kansas hoops chaos BYUs reality check and the Jerome Tang situation just got uglier. In this live show I break down the Darryn Peterson conundrum after KU vs BYU. He looked like the best player in the countrythen barely played in the second half again. Can Kansas actually win a national title if Peterson cant gut out full games Plus Richie Saunders may have just changed his career in one night and BYUs back-to-back losses raise a real question: are the Cougars in trouble or just settling into their real ceiling" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=x6neG3oqPkw) 2026-02-02T02:08Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Big Ten Internal War: Could Michigan and USC Go Independent Tony Petittis private capital plan for the Big Ten is sparking a full-on revolt from Michigan and USC with legitimate reporting now asking if this ends with one or both brands eventually going independent. I break down how the proposed $2.4 billion Big Ten Enterprises deal the extended grant of rights and uneven revenue shares created a rift why Michigan insiders say its headed toward blowing things up and why USC writers are already floating the idea of the Trojans as a Notre Dame-style independent villain. Well dig into what this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1xWkwK9Pti4) 2025-11-16T15:30Z 30.6K followers, [----] engagements "Notre DameBig [--] Talk Heats Up; Then Brett Yormark Blasts The Irish AD Brett Yormark Blasts Notre Dame AD Over CFP Fallout did the Big [--] commissioner just torch any shot at a Notre DameBig [--] partnership Notre Dame is furious after missing the College Football Playoff and blaming the ACC for campaigning for Miami but Brett Yormark fired back at Pete Bevacqua at the Sports Business Journal forum and called his behavior egregious. I break down what Yormark said why he defended the ACC how Notre Dames special top-12 CFP clause changes the conversation and what this all means for future Big" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=32dzaBc3mQk) 2025-12-10T16:11Z 30.6K followers, [----] engagements "Big [--] Dominating Bowl Season While the SEC Flops; But Does it Even Matter The Big [--] is unbeaten in bowl season the SEC is stumbling and Twitter is on fire but how much does any of this actually mean for the future of the sport John breaks down TCUs wild comeback over USC BYUs Pop-Tarts Bowl statement vs Georgia Tech and Houstons win over LSU then explains why bowl season is mostly vibes while the College Football Playoff is where narratives are truly made. He also dives into how teams like Missouri and Tennessee get used as pump-and-dump rsum boosters for the SEC and why that dynamic" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5LrbfluXLn8) 2025-12-31T15:59Z 30.3K followers, 14.1K engagements "Can Eric Morris Save Oklahoma State Football Is the Big [--] on Notice Oklahoma State just fired Mike Gundy and hired Eric Morris but can he actually save Oklahoma State football and put the rest of the Big [--] on notice In this video I break down Morris track record with quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes and Cam Ward what his offense could look like in Stillwater how NIL and rev-share factor in and what this hire says about OSUs ambitions in the new Big [--]. We also talk about what this means for programs like K-State Texas Tech and the rest of the league in the playoff era. If you love Big 12" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ElIo5ExJ_r4) 2025-11-28T14:30Z 30.6K followers, [----] engagements "Chris Klieman Retires at K-State; Is Collin Klein Next Chris Klieman retires at K-State and reports say Collin Klein will be the hire. Is that happening And what's Chris Klieman's legacy Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GEoWKCuC3to) 2025-12-03T23:41Z 30.5K followers, [----] engagements "Texas Tech Stealing the #1 Player in the Transfer Portal from the Texas Longhorns Texas Tech is on the verge of swiping the top player in the portal way from the Texas Longhorns Where will Cam Coleman wind up Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IJY-t1LHKSA) 2026-01-07T01:00Z 30.6K followers, 28K engagements "Group of Five Haters Are Coming For the Big [--] Next Get the Open For Business Big [--] Newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Timestamps 00:00 Why BYU (of all fanbases) has the biggest incentive to hate the G5 00:46 James Madison and Tulane get blasted and the G5 becomes the easy scapegoat 01:41 Blowouts arent new: what last years SMU/Tennessee games tell us 02:29 How national voices use G5 blowouts to argue they dont belong 03:18 Herbstreit participation trophies and the lazy anti-G5 narrative 03:30 Give them their own playoff: why that pitch sounds better than it really is 04:19 Why G5 access" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KO5XmCm7T5A) 2025-12-22T20:45Z 30.6K followers, 11.1K engagements "Texas Tech Derangement Syndrome: Why College Football Hates the Red Raiders Texas Tech has become a college football villain overnight but is it fair It's definitely not. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LGkQObOBOH0) 2026-01-09T00:12Z 30.6K followers, [----] engagements "Texas Tech Got the Perfect Path to a National Title; Can Anyone Stop Them Texas Tech just landed the perfect College Football Playoff path as the 4-seed and the Big [--] finally has a true title shot. I break down Techs favorable draw why their elite defense makes them a real national championship threat and how this bracket could set up a deep playoff run. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TOmMCY2VgDg) 2025-12-08T01:00Z 30.6K followers, 20.3K engagements "Inside the Downfall of Oklahoma State Football Oklahoma State football just hit rock bottom after a [---] loss to Oregon and fans are asking: has Mike Gundy lost control of the Cowboys program In this interview with Pistols Firing Podcast host Carson Cunningham we dive deep into how Oklahoma State reached this pointrecruiting struggles NIL shortcomings donor frustrations stale coaching hires and a decline in offensive innovation. We also look at whether Gundys future in Stillwater is on the line what it would take for OSU to rebound in the Big [--] and who could replace him if the university" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Tn-xf64gnmg) 2025-09-12T14:00Z 30.6K followers, 33K engagements "Why is Big [--] Turning Down Four Playoff Auto Bids Get Open For Business Big [--] Newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Timestamps 00:00 Intro: Yormarks good and bad CFP moves 00:59 Commissioners meet: SEC Big [--] ACC Big Ten and playoff formats 01:46 Why 5+11 (five champs [--] at-larges) scares Big [--] and ACC fans 02:37 The original [----] proposal and why Yormark was right to fight it 03:14 My question to Yormark on equal auto bids and his October answer 03:58 How the Big Tens [----] auto-bid idea became a jackpot for the Big [--] 04:48 Why the Big [--] should be sprinting to accept equal auto bids now" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UUMpZLaCSIY) 2025-12-21T15:01Z 30.6K followers, 11.5K engagements "Matt Campbell Leaves Iowa State for Penn State; Is Iowa State Doomed Without Him Matt Campbell is leaving Iowa State for Penn State and its a brutal blow for the Cyclones and the Big [--]. I break down why this is the end of the best era in Iowa State football history what it means for the programs future how Jimmy Rogers fits into the picture and why losing a coach like Campbell from the Big [--] hurts the entire league. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_JctE26RoGQ) 2025-12-08T14:30Z 30.6K followers, [----] engagements "Tulsa HUMILIATES Oklahoma State; It's Over for Mike Gundy Mike Gundy's Oklahoma State Cowboys get pushed around by in-state rival Tulsa. Things have never looked worse for Mike Gundy's job security. Is Oklahoma State the worst P4 team in the country Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aP7_0ww12k0) 2025-09-20T03:26Z 30.6K followers, 25.4K engagements "Wait ESPN Actually Likes the Big [--] Now ESPN is finally showing the Big [--] some love and fans can hardly believe it. For the first time in over three years College GameDay is heading to a Big [--] matchup as Cincinnati takes on Utah. Meanwhile TNT continues to fight for the conference on air calling out other networks for ignoring Big [--] football. John Kurtz breaks down why ESPNs sudden interest might not be a coincidence how Big [--] fans pressured them into paying attention and what this means for the leagues growing power on TV. If you want college football news and analysis from a Big 12" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=crUkLo6lnKc) 2025-10-27T17:01Z 30.6K followers, 15.7K engagements "BYU Beats Kyle Whittingham Again; Cougars On Fire Right Now In this video: How BYU survived Whittinghams move to Michigan better than Utah did The staff hits: losing Jay Hill and Genaro Guilford and why that isnt the full story The Utah carnage: key Utes visiting Michigan and crystal ball buzz Big announcement No. 1: All-Big [--] linebacker Isaiah Glasker is returning to BYU Big announcement No. 2: Bear Bochmeier is back to lead the Cougar offense What it says about BYUs culture that the core chose Provo over Michigan The last big roster question: what happens with corner Evan Johnson What this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=h9uF1TVIq1U) 2026-01-08T21:33Z 30.6K followers, 33.4K engagements "BYU Grabbing Utah Star Out of the Transfer Portal The portal chaos in the state of Utah just got even wilder. Kyle Whittingham has turned Michigan into Utah North stripping Utahs staff pulling Jay Hill from BYU and now Utah players are jumping into the portal. On top of that Iowa State fans just watched what feels like their entire core follow Matt Campbell to Penn State. In this video John breaks down: How many key Utah assistants actually followed Whittingham to Michigan Why BYU losing Jay Hill and Gennaro Guilford hurts but isnt a death blow The Utah defensive names now in the portal" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=n4zmz5aoCME) 2026-01-05T14:30Z 30.6K followers, 36.9K engagements "Even the SEC Admits It's Overrated The war over SEC hype is finally turning. After another brutal playoff run the SEC is [--] against other leagues in the 12team era has not played for a national title in three years and is getting called out by its own biggest defenders. In this video I break down why the SEC is untouchable narrative is finally cracking and what it means for the Big [--] BYU Notre Dame and everyone outside the so-called power two. Well hit: The SECs ugly playoff record and what it really says about the league Why this three-year title drought puts them on the same level as the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=q86MVBOR3X8) 2026-01-13T00:01Z 30.5K followers, [----] engagements "DISASTER for Texas Tech and the Big 12; Oregon Thumps Tech in Playoff Win Texas Tech's offense plays its worst game of the season by far and Oregon thumps Texas Tech in the Orange Bowl. Big [--] Newsletter Open For Business Get Big [--] news playoff analysis realignment talk and private capital breakdowns delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Merch Store https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.co Subscribe For More Big [--] Coverage @JohnKurtzShow Support The Show Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/John-Kurtz-4 Follow John Twitter: @jlkurtz 🎙 New to streaming or" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=r7UzAu2vHLc) 2026-01-01T21:23Z 30.6K followers, 19.7K engagements "K-State Iowa State Skipping Bowl Games: Bush League or Brilliant K State and Iowa State Fined 500K for Skipping Bowl Games are the players soft or is the system broken Kansas State and Iowa State are each being fined $500000 by the Big [--] for opting out of bowl games and fans are lining up to blast both locker rooms. I break down why the situation is more complicated than kids these days what this says about bowl value in the playoff era and why the real blame belongs with leadership that created this college football ecosystem. Get Open For Business Big [--] Newsletter:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rFNnOaVlN_Q) 2025-12-09T21:06Z 30.6K followers, 11.3K engagements "Texas Tech Landing a Big [--] All-Star Team in the Portal; Sorsby to Tech; BYU Stealing Utah Players Texas Tech is putting together a Big [--] All-Star team in the portal and is likely to land Brendan Sorsby. The BYU-Utah-Michigan drama heats up. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tfEVlfGBX7E) 2026-01-05T02:29Z 30.3K followers, 13.3K engagements "BYU and Texas Tech BOTH Win; Big [--] Will Get [--] in the Playoff OR Get a Playoff Bye BYU and Texas Tech both took care of business and now the Big [--] is positioned to either land two College Football Playoff bids or give Tech a top-four seed and a bye. I break down why this isnt last years BYU team how dominant Tech looked against WVU and where the at-large battle stands vs Texas Miami A&M and the SEC. 🎙 New to streaming or looking to level up Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6321527093067776" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wxH-0CUUIQQ) 2025-11-29T21:35Z 30.6K followers, 22.4K engagements "The Rebirth of Oklahoma State Football; A Sleeping Giant Awakens Eric Morris has arrived in Stillwater raided the North Texas roster and suddenly Oklahoma State looks ready to jump from rock bottom to Big [--] threat. Im joined by Pistols Firings Carson Cunningham to break down how it all happened why this hire is getting an almost unheard-of 100% approval rating and whether OSU can really go toe-to-toe with Texas Tech in the NIL era. In this episode: How Mike Gundys tenure really ended and why it had to Why Eric Morris was the fit Oklahoma State couldnt pass on Inside the coaching search:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xtXkJxNDsno) 2026-01-10T15:02Z 30.6K followers, [----] engagements "Was BYU Exposed By Kansas and Arizona Can the Cougars Recover BYU just dropped back-to-back Big [--] games and the part that should worry fans isnt only the losses. Its how they happened. Against Arizona and Kansas the Cougars dug massive holes early (down [--] and down 21) looked stagnant for long stretches then almost pulled off two furious comebacks. That raises the obvious questions: is BYU actually in trouble are Big [--] title hopes fading and is this still a team built for a deep NCAA tournament run In this video I break down what these two losses reveal about BYUs ceiling the biggest red" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5jnU6685yZY) 2026-02-02T20:45Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "K-State's $18.7 Million Battle With Jerome Tang Could Get Ugly Kansas State fired Jerome Tang for cause and now the real fight begins: will K-State actually have to pay the full $18.67 million buyout In this video I break down why the Wildcats are leaning on the embarrassment/public disrepute language in Tangs contract how Gene Taylor is already framing the termination publicly and why this is likely headed toward a settlement instead of a drawn-out legal war. Well also revisit the comments and decisions that helped turn K-State into a national punchline plus what Tang is saying in response" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5sKo9-cGSCA) 2026-02-16T18:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "The Real Truth About Kyle Whittinghams Utah Exit; Did He Ruin His Utah Legacy Was Kyle Whittingham actually forced out at Utah or did years of Im close to retiring comments finally paint him into a corner In this episode John sits down with Alex Markham of UteNation.com to unpack the real story behind Whittinghams exit how the final negotiations went down and why the truth is somewhere in the middle between pushed out and walked away. Alex explains what Kyle really wanted in his next contract why Utah felt it had to protect a transition plan to Morgan Scally and how Scallys personality" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=B9jiFuHO5ys) 2026-01-17T15:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Utah AD Fires Back with WILD Tweet After Kyle Whittingham Steals From the Utes Again Kyle Whittinghams Michigan raid just landed its most brutal hit yet on Utah. In this video John Kurtz breaks down why flipping Utahs top [----] commit to Michigan stings more than any of the staff or portal losses so far and why AD Mark Harlans now-deleted tweet about it tells you everything about how raw the emotions are in Salt Lake City right now. John walks through the full scorecard: seven coaches and multiple key players following Whittingham to Michigan why some of those exits were at least explainable" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BAvvLckZTao) 2026-01-19T16:14Z 30.7K followers, 15.7K engagements "Will the SEC-Big Ten Power Struggle Crush the Big [--] The Big [--] just got a College Football Playoff spot essentially locked in for next season and that sounds like a win. But the reason it happened should make Big [--] fans uneasy. In this video I break down why the CFP stayed at [--] teams after the January [--] expansion deadline and how the SECBig Ten power struggle could reshape the playoff in ways that leave the Big [--] as collateral damage. Greg Sankey wants [--]. Tony Petitti wants [--] (or leverage to get there). And while they fight over control the Big [--] is trying to protect the one thing" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Bld8M5INYbo) 2026-01-26T19:58Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "BYU's Transfer Portal Haul Changes Everything in Big [--] Race BYUs offseason story is no longer just about elite roster retention. After keeping stars like Bear Bochmeyer LJ Martin Isaiah Glasker and the core of that defense the Cougars have now added one of the nations better transfer portal classes on top of it. In this video John breaks down how adding Cal linebacker Cade Uluave (a first-team All-ACC defender) USC tight end Walker Lyons and multiple Power Four offensive linemen changes BYUs ceiling in [----]. Has BYU actually narrowed the gap on Texas Tech or are the Red Raiders still clearly" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CsHywKSpB7E) 2026-01-16T23:45Z 30.7K followers, 17.5K engagements "The Darryn Peterson Conundrum: Can KU Win a Title With Half of a Star Kansas might have the best player in college basketball but theres one massive problem: Darryn Peterson doesnt play full games and hes missed a huge chunk of the season. In this video I break down the Darryn Peterson conundrum after Kansas vs BYU at Allen Fieldhouse a game that was supposed to be the marquee matchup of the year with Peterson and AJ Dybantsa sharing the floor in front of NBA scouts NBA executives and a packed house for the 1000th game in Allen Fieldhouse history. Peterson looked like a cheat code early. He" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EKMjLb2emDQ) 2026-02-02T18:00Z 30.7K followers, [---] engagements "The $50 Million Roster Era Is Coming; Are Big [--] Teams Screwed The push to remove all limits on player pay is getting louder and that might be amazing news for Texas Tech and BYU but a serious problem for the rest of the Big [--]. In this video John Kurtz breaks down why Ross Dellingers latest reporting has ADs at Miami Ohio State and Notre Dame openly talking about scrapping the revenue-sharing cap how Miamis rumored $10M move for Duke QB Darien Mensa fits into the picture and why some power players now want a totally uncapped system. Then he looks at what [----] million dollar rosters would" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FgEDZKOFBxY) 2026-01-20T14:30Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Texas Tech Gets a Gift Big [--] Schedule; Finebaum Takes a SHOT at BYU; Top [--] Big [--] Games in [----] Texas Tech just got the friendliest playoff path in America BYU is carrying the Big 12s reputation into a massive showdown with Notre Dame and Paul Finebaum somehow managed to take an unnecessary drive-by shot at BYU while disrespecting Indianas title run. Were hitting all of it in this show. I break down why the new Big [--] schedule quietly sets up perfectly for Texas Tech to make another playoff push what it means that theres no regular-season TechBYU matchup and which teams (Houston Arizona" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IUhQ4i-VpaA) 2026-01-22T02:19Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "BYUs Culture Just Passed the Ultimate Test; Cougars Are Loaded BYU just passed the biggest stress test of the transfer portal era. With Kyle Whittingham raiding staffs in Utah and Michigan money looming the Cougars somehow kept basically every key piece that couldve left. In this video I break down how BYU built a moat around Provo what it says about their culture and why this roster retention might matter more than any single transfer they couldve landed. Well talk about LJ Martin Evan Johnson Bear Bochmeier Satuala and Tanavasa all choosing to run it back what it means for BYUs ceiling in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=N-P-nRXV91k) 2026-01-12T14:30Z 30.7K followers, 11.7K engagements "K-States Hoops Embarrassment Became a National Story Overnight Jerome Tang just put Kansas State in the national spotlight for all the wrong reasons. After K-States brutal 29-point home loss to Cincinnati Tang unloaded with an explosive postgame rant thats now gone viral across college basketball media. In this episode of Open For Business I break down exactly what he said why it cut through the noise and how K-State quickly became a national punchline on a slow sports news day. Well run through who picked it up (CBS Sports ESPN Fox College Hoops The Athletic and even Pardon The Interruption)" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QN08bxc7YwA) 2026-02-13T19:26Z 30.7K followers, 12.6K engagements "SEC and Big Ten Breakaway Big [--] May Never Play the SEC or Big Ten Again Could the Big [--] really be shut out of ever playing the SEC or Big Ten again Ross Dellingers latest reporting from the NCAA convention lays out a future where leagues only play each other govern themselves and potentially operate under totally different rule books. In this video John breaks down what Dellinger is hearing why power conferences are so fed up with the NCAA and the College Sports Commission and how a world of conference silos would hit the Big [--] and ACC hardest. Well dive into why SEC and Big Ten leaders" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RMNNR8WmF6U) 2026-01-16T20:45Z 30.7K followers, 19.2K engagements "Is BYU's Environment Better Than Allen Fieldhouse I Finally Found Out. In this episode of the Open For Business Big [--] Podcast John Kurtz recaps Houstons gritty road win at BYU and breaks down what it felt like seeing the Marriott Center in person for the first time. Is BYU in panic mode after four straight losses or is this just the brutal reality of Big [--] basketball in February Youll hear why Houstons defense was so effective how the Cougars dominated the second-chance points battle and why taking Richie Saunders out of rhythm changed the entire feel of the game. Plus: AJ DeBonsas big" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RiKSoXX_7RM) 2026-02-08T16:58Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Big [--] Image Problem: How Much Damage Did Texas Tech's Playoff Loss Do Texas Tech got its shot to prove the Big [--] belongs on the playoff stage and faceplanted. John breaks down how the blowout loss to Oregon will be used against the Big [--] why Arizona States near-upset of Texas last year will be completely memory-holed and how brand power and confirmation bias stack the deck against everyone outside the sports top [----] brands. He also digs into whether this really changes anything long term or if the fix is already in for leagues like the Big [--]. Get the Open For Business Big [--] Newsletter:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=S_xXoELARZc) 2026-01-02T14:30Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Jerome Tangs WILD Postgame Rant After K-State Embarrassment; They Dont Deserve to Be Here Jerome Tang went scorched earth after yet another K-State basketball embarrassment and you have to hear this audio to believe it. After the Wildcats got blown out 91-62 at home by Cincinnati Tang didnt just call the loss embarrassing he said some of his players dont deserve to wear this uniform and that very few of them will be back next year. Then he doubled down with an even harsher message about what it means to represent Kansas State. In this episode of the Open For Business Big [--] Podcast I play the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=V1iZfC-6mzA) 2026-02-12T13:30Z 30.7K followers, 14.6K engagements "Uncapped Spending is Coming to College Football; Will Tech and BYU Rule the Big [--] Forever Many powerful leaders in college football want no revenue sharing cap anymore. Does that mean Tech and BYU are bound to rule the Big [--] forever moving forward Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WAvte3aEIik) 2026-01-19T02:37Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "ESPN Just Admitted It; The Big [--] Is Back ESPN did the unthinkable: they projected BYU to make the College Football Playoff in [----] and not only BYU. In their early projections the Big [--] isnt a one-bid league. Its a two-bid league. In this episode of Open For Business I break down what changed in ESPNs tone and why BYU is suddenly being treated like a legitimate playoff team after spending the last two seasons getting brushed aside. We all remember the snubs: BYU sitting at 11-1 and still getting treated like an afterthought getting left off graphics and watching teams with worse resumes get" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dfY5NXEzNNs) 2026-01-31T15:01Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "ESPN Finally Puts BYU in the College Football Playoff; Big [--] Making a Huge Playoff Mistake ESPN actually projected BYU and Texas Tech in the College Football Playoff and Big [--] fans have every right to side-eye it. In this live show I break down ESPNs Way-Too-Early Top [--] (and what it really signals about BYUs playoff path) why the Cougars are finally getting respect and which SEC brands got left out. Then we pivot to the bigger fear: while everyone laughs at the SEC and Big Ten for fumbling CFP expansion is the Big [--] making a massive playoff mistake behind the scenes I dig into the 5+11 vs" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=e-G4VDVfLbI) 2026-01-30T00:23Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "BYU Sets ESPN TV Record; The World is Watching the Cougars In this episode John breaks down: Why BYUs portal and staff losses arent the catastrophe some expected How hanging on to key defensive talent shows the strength of BYUs culture The wild Pop-Tarts Bowl rating: [---] million viewers up [--] percent year over year How BYUGeorgia Tech outdrew Penn StateClemson and VirginiaMizzou on the same day What those TV numbers really say about BYUs brand and Big [--] relevance Why BYU fans should feel pretty good about where the program sits after Michigans raid Timestamps 00:00 Big [--] is irrelevant Not" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=g_HlNNEq8HU) 2026-01-05T20:45Z 30.7K followers, 10.4K engagements "INSANE BYU Comeback Falls Short; Arizona Survives Horrible Officiating; Zona is the Nations Best John reacts to the BYU-Arizona showdown in Provo" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ndkrgO0Xdbc) 2026-01-27T05:39Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "Who Will K-State Hire to Replace Jerome Tang [--] Names to Watch Kansas State just fired Jerome Tang and now the biggest question in the Big [--] is obvious: who does K-State hire next In this video I break down what we know about Tangs exit (including the $18.67M buyout and the for cause angle) what Gene Taylor signaled about the profile K-State is targeting and why fans should stop doing the Brad Underwood thing to themselves. Then I lay out the early names to watch including Josh Schertz (Saint Louis) Alan Huss (Creighton) and Jerrod Calhoun (Utah State) plus what makes each one realistic (or" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=u5FXVt5ytN0) 2026-02-16T14:01Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "The Big [--] Will Win a National Championship This Year The Big [--] is absolutely loaded at the top right now and this season feels like the SECs football heyday or Big Ten football at its peak: multiple legitimate national title contenders showcase games every week and star power everywhere you look. In this video I break down why this might be the year the Big [--] reclaims the sport and finally cashes it in with a national championship. We talk about what Saturday revealed across the league including AJ Dybantsas 43-point takeover Texas Techs home-court madness Houston looking like a title team" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zW7O7bz3yFA) 2026-01-26T23:01Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements "BYU's Big [--] Reality Check BYU Head Coach Kalani Sitake joins me from Big [--] Media Days to discuss how tough it was to transition to the Big [--] last year what has changed and where his quarterback situation sits right now. Get Open For Business A Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Rz_H-1tNtWM) 2024-07-27T15:00Z 28.2K followers, [----] engagements "The Big [--] Has A New Commissioner: Brett Yormark; Instant Reaction I LOVE the Big 12's new commissioner hire. Why this is a progressive and aggressive hire by the league. Hear what the head of Fox Sports had to say about the league's new leader" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SYMOtqYEx_I) 2022-06-29T16:27Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "National Medias War on the Big [--] Continues; Why Do They Do This The national media is back on its Big [--] hate campaign twisting TV ratings and polls to take shots at the league once again. John Kurtz breaks down the latest bias from national writers what it means for the playoff race and why the Big [--] might not be a two-bid league this season. Plus: Big [--] commissioner Brett Yormark reveals a new plan to make the conference millions through global TV rights and international games and John shares why LaVell Edwards Stadium at BYU might be the best atmosphere in the entire Big [--]. Keywords:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SlPYQuafaZg) 2025-10-24T01:12Z 29.5K followers, [----] engagements "Whittingham Takes Over Half of Utah's Staff + BYU's Jay Hill; Are Utah Players Next Kyle Whittingham didnt tiptoe out of Salt Lake Cityhe emptied the cupboard. Michigans new head coach has raided Utah and BYU for six Utah assistants plus BYU defensive coordinator Jay Hill building a state-of-Utah super staff in Ann Arbor. In this video John breaks down which coaches left which players could follow whether BYU and Utah are actually screwed in the short term and if Utah might turn around and steal BYUs offensive coordinator to plug the hole. Get the Open For Business Big [--] Newsletter:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SoncgaScqEU) 2026-01-02T20:02Z 29.6K followers, 20.3K engagements "BYU Screwed by Playoff Committee and Notre Dame; Texas Tech Can Make the Top Four We break down the latest College Football Playoff rankings: why BYU got snubbed why Notre Dame looks overrated and how Texas Tech still has a clear path to the Top [--] and a first-round bye. We walk through the actual bracket explain why BYU and Oklahoma wouldnt make it despite top-12 spots (projected auto-bids for USF and Miami) and map the scenarios where Alabama or Georgia losses open the door for Tech. Plus how brand bias and strength of schedule impact BYU vs. ND Utah holding at [--] Cincinnati hanging at 25" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SzMx85stbmg) 2025-11-12T01:49Z 28.2K followers, [----] engagements "Vegas Thinks Utah Will Crush Cincinnati; Here's Why Utah is a 9.5-point favorite over unbeaten Cincinnati but why In this video John Kurtz breaks down the shocking reason behind the Vegas line how computer models like ESPNs SP+ are boosting Utah and why Cincinnati still deserves more respect. Plus what College GameDays visit means for the Big [--] and how the Bearcats can pull off the upset. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=T4T4xcLHRhs) 2025-10-31T16:34Z 28K followers, [----] engagements "Even the Haters Admit Texas Tech Can Win It All Texas Tech just proved theyre a legitimate national championship contender. After a dominant [----] win over Kansas the Red Raiders now rank No. [--] nationally in Bill Connellys SP+ rankings ahead of programs like Texas A&M and Oklahoma. John breaks down how Texas Techs defense led by David Bailey and Romello Height has become one of the best in the country why Bud Elliott is finally giving Tech credit and how Joey McGuires roster-building strategy has the Red Raiders positioned for a playoff run. If you want Big [--] football analysis power rankings" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Teq_Jx_0qkA) 2025-10-14T23:00Z 27.2K followers, [----] engagements "Could BYU Be BETTER Without Jake Retzlaff It's possible that BYU has a higher ceiling as a team without Jake Retzlaff. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UO4RtvL6C74) 2025-06-30T23:30Z 28.7K followers, 12.9K engagements "Michigan and USC Going Independent; Tony Petiti "Blowing Up" the Big Ten 📱 Tony Petittis controversial $2.4 billion Big Ten Enterprises private capital plan is tearing the league apart with USC and Michigan now questioning their future and even sparking talk of going independent. I break down how the 10% UC Investments stake the new grant of rights through [----] and uneven revenue shares create big winners and losers and why some insiders think its headed towards blowing things up. Then we dive into what Baylor AD Mack Rhoades stepping away from Baylor and the College Football Playoff" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UdntdrMPrMQ) 2025-11-14T01:29Z 28K followers, [----] engagements "Notre Dame Will Ruin Utah and BYU's Playoff Chances.Unless This Happens I break down what the Big [--] needs for a two-bid College Football Playoff why Notre Dame is the biggest roadblock for Utahs at-large hopes and how BYU can still keep the door open after the Texas Tech blowout. Well map the chaos: Pac-12 cannibalization (Oregon/USC/Washington) SEC middle-tier stumbles (Vandy/Auburn) and the one upset that flips the bracket. Plus BYU disrespect watch versus the committee and what a BYUTexas Tech rematch would have to look like to keep two bids alive. Get Open For Business a Big 12" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VC4LGZeCIhw) 2025-11-11T00:45Z 27.8K followers, [----] engagements "Texas Tech and Houston Are on Upset Alert Saturday; Here's Why Are Texas Tech and Houston on upset alert this weekend John Kurtz breaks down two dangerous Big [--] matchups Texas Tech vs Kansas State and Houston vs West Virginia and explains why both could get tricky. From quarterback injuries and special teams issues to classic trap-game scenarios heres why these favorites cant afford to look ahead. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big 12" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VDQugkB1CCE) 2025-10-31T18:00Z 27.6K followers, [----] engagements "Arkansas Was Almost a Big [--] School: The SHOCKING Story What if I told you that the Big 8/Big [--] almost kicked out a prominent member school to make room for Arkansas Learn the crazy story here. 0:00 - 0:22 - Intro 0:22 - 1:45 - Arkansas football and basketball history w/ Eddie Sutton and Lou Holtz 1:45 - 2:20 - Arkansas issues with the Southwest Conference 2:20 - 3:00 - Big Eight Conference history 3:00 - 3:38 - K-State football and basketball history 3:38 - 4:14 - Florida State and Clemson sue the ACC 4:14 - 6:35 - Arkansas flirts with the Big Eight in the 70s and 80s 6:35 - 7:09 - Arkansas" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VZTxw2fJeIg) 2025-02-23T20:00Z 23.9K followers, [----] engagements "Big [--] and ACC Get a Surprise Twist in Playoff Drama The latest on the Big Ten/SEC boardroom battle includes some good and bad news for the Big [--]. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Vbh4-IWkkfw) 2025-07-01T23:30Z 27.8K followers, [----] engagements "SEC Poaching an Elite Big [--] Coach Kenny Dillingham has Arizona State rolling but a viral clip and swirling coaching carousel rumors have fans wondering if he could bolt his alma mater for a blueblood job like LSU Auburn or even Penn State. I break down what Dillingham actually said why the internet may be overreacting to a 15-second soundbite and how the sheer number of major openings makes ASU and the Big [--] vulnerable to losing one of their best young coaches. Well talk what Dillingham has already proven at Arizona State which jobs would realistically tempt him and what it would mean for" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VhxZw6M_heE) 2025-11-14T20:45Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "Can Brett Yormark Force a Deal with the SEC & Big Ten The SEC and Big Ten are coming after the Big [--] and ACC's playoff bye next year. Can Brett Yormark wheel and deal to make long term strides for the league Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WQJhN_w5dek) 2025-02-22T15:00Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "Can Brett Yormark REALLY Stop Playoff Expansion Brett Yormark says he's coming to the table armed with stats. Can he actually do anything about playoff expansion and auto bids Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WlQqnHV_4-g) 2025-02-18T01:00Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "REPORT: Kyle Whittingham Stealing Coaches from BYU and Utah; Jay Hill and Jason Beck Gone About This Video In this video John Kurtz reacts to early reporting that Kyle Whittingham is targeting BYU defensive coordinator Jay Hill and Utah offensive coordinator Jason Beck as he builds his first staff at Michigan. He explains why both coaches are so valuable how Whittinghams long relationships with them play into this and why Michigans brand and platform make these jobs extremely hard to turn down. John also breaks down what this would mean for Morgan Scalleys debut season at Utah BYUs defensive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XHZWyQLHuMU) 2025-12-27T17:04Z 28.9K followers, 25.9K engagements "BYU Will Shock Texas Tech If THIS Happens BYU faces its biggest test yet in a top-10 showdown against Texas Tech the first ABC Big [--] showcase in two years. We break down what this game means for BYUs playoff hopes why voters are waiting to drop the Cougars in the rankings and how they can control their destiny with a win. From the run-game challenge against Techs elite defense to the danger of falling into an early hole this preview covers the keys to a BYU upset the matchups to watch and a final score prediction. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XMTfzrsnsXY) 2025-11-07T02:34Z 27.7K followers, [----] engagements "BREAKING: Big [--] Seriously Explored Adding Memphis Ross Dellenger reports that the Big [--] seriously considered adding Memphis after the Tigers presented an unprecedented offer. Full article: https://sports.yahoo.com/college-football/breaking-news/article/memphis-proposing-lucrative-offer-to-join-big-12-but-it-lacks-support-from-conference-leadership-sources-175519540.htmlutm_source=open-for-business.beehiiv.com&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=memphis-to-the-big-12-they-re-trying-w" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Xdfpn25UR2c) 2025-07-21T20:34Z 27.8K followers, [----] engagements "The SEC & Big Ten Trying to STEAL the Big [--] & ACC's Playoff Bye The greed hasn't stopped yet from the SEC and Big Ten. Ross Dellenger reports they're now coming after the [----] first round byes. National media rip the SEC and Big Ten this week over their [----] and beyond playoff greed. Texas Tech has a multi-billionaire booster. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XfXWGOVxW6c) 2025-02-20T01:46Z 24.1K followers, [----] engagements "Will BYU Drop Below Utah in Playoff Rankings Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly Realignment and College Football Content Venmo:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XhGsUjGXCT0) 2025-11-10T20:45Z 28K followers, [---] engagements "Texas Tech is BACK; Red Raiders Roll K-State; Gameday Coming For BYU-Tech Texas Tech put the clamps down on K-State and suffocated the Wildcats with its defense. Now College Gameday is set for Texas Tech and BYU next week. Plus West Virginia knocks off Houston and Arizona State outlasts Iowa State. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XzezeVrRh4Q) 2025-11-02T00:11Z 29.4K followers, 10.6K engagements "Big [--] AD Leaves During Scandal; Hands Playoff Power to the SEC The Big [--] just lost a huge edge in the College Football Playoff race as Baylor AD and CFP selection committee chair Mack Rhoades steps away and Arkansas AD Hunter Yurachek from the SEC takes over. I break down what this means for BYU and Utahs at-large playoff hopes how the latest CFP rankings tightened the path for the Big [--] and why a room full of SEC and Big Ten logos is bad news for Texas Tech BYU and Utah. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Y8yCgbVnI0c) 2025-11-14T14:30Z 28K followers, [----] engagements "Texas Tech Will Overpower BYU.Unless the Cougars Do This Texas Tech vs BYU Big [--] preview. Why the Red Raiders physical front and pass rush could overwhelm BYU what the Cougars must do to survive LJ Martins status and the Bear Bachmeier X-factor. Keys matchups and a score pick. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YBO-TqM1U-M) 2025-11-07T21:00Z 27.7K followers, [----] engagements "Colorado Got a Signing Bonus to Join the Big [--] USA Today reports that Colorado got a nice signing bonus to join the Big [--]. No word yet on the other four corner schools but we may find out soon. Full article: https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaf/big12/2023/09/22/texas-oklahoma-big-12-sec-espn-role-realignment/70910157007/ Support the channel on Venmo: John-Kurtz-4" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YIL1Qptb1Ig) 2023-09-26T13:00Z 29.5K followers, [----] engagements "The Truth About BYUs NIL Spending Spree After the Rob Wright saga BYU is getting accused of using money from the church to money whip players into coming to Provo. Is that fair Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_8WMJhUrlGg) 2025-04-12T14:30Z 28.2K followers, 10.1K engagements "Kansas State Wildcats: Does K-State Have A Transfer Problem K-State AD Gene Taylor weighs in on his concern level with the amount of basketball transfers this year" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_TcvLkD2tqs) 2020-04-27T23:24Z 28K followers, [---] engagements "IT'S HAPPENING: Colorado to the Big [--] Brett McMurphy reports that Colorado is officially heading to the Big [--]. Public board meeting tomorrow at Colorado to seal it. Rumor has it they may not be alone" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=___zCvNsKGw) 2023-07-27T02:24Z 28.3K followers, 17.4K engagements "Kansas State Football: Most Epic Moments At Bill Snyder Family Stadium The most epic moments in K-State football history in Manhattan. Did I miss something Let me know in the comments" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=a7OdDK3bCCE) 2020-06-07T23:20Z 27.3K followers, 71.3K engagements "Is One School Costing the Big [--] Millions Could the slippage of one program be a big money problem for the Big [--] moving forward Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aI9PXwezg8k) 2025-02-11T20:45Z 23.9K followers, 14.4K engagements "Jake Retzlaff Out at BYU; Notre Dame Bound Jake Retzlaff is leaving BYU. Are the Cougars no longer a Big [--] title contender The Big [--] is ditching its preseason media poll. Another playoff format update. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aM7LBypItxw) 2025-06-30T02:29Z 29.6K followers, 12.2K engagements "The CRAZY Way BYU Can Make the Playoff With a Loss on Saturday I do think there's a very slim path for a BYU at-large College Football Playoff bid with a loss on Saturday to Texas Tech. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=axuQna-i3OY) 2025-12-05T14:30Z 28.8K followers, [----] engagements "Is Kyle Whittingham Retiring Here's a Big Clue In this video I break down Kyle Whittinghams unusually emotional postgame press conference after Utahs wild comeback win over Kansas State and what it could mean for his future. We look at why a normally stoic Whittingham was moved to tears the context of his final home game at Rice-Eccles and how local reporting has fueled real retirement speculation. I also explain why Utah already having a head coach in waiting changes the equation and why this dramatic finish would be a fitting sendoff if this really was Whittinghams last home game. If youre" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bEravwNW8pQ) 2025-11-25T14:30Z 28.8K followers, [----] engagements "Ranking The Best and Worst Big [--] Football Stadiums *2025 Update* My updated tier list of toughest Big [--] football stadiums with some help from the players themselves. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bHqTkneXXgk) 2025-07-25T14:00Z 27.9K followers, 14.6K engagements "Whos to Blame for the Big 12s Bad Weekend 0:00 - 5:53 - Baylor bullied by Auburn and SEC football 5:53 - 7:06 - Seat Geek 7:06 - End - Cincinnati football and Colorado football come close The Big [--] got a harsh reality check in Week [--]. Baylor was bullied by Auburn Colorado fell to Georgia Tech and Cincinnati came up short vs. Nebraska. Heres why those losses fed the SEC narrative and what it means for the Big [--] football playoff race moving forward. Use code KURTZ for $20 off your first SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KURTZ Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Get" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bSEL0sZLAOk) 2025-09-01T17:30Z 27.3K followers, [----] engagements "Big Brett Yormark Bet Backfiring Is one of Brett Yormark's strongest convictions about the Big [--] in trouble Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly Realignment and College Football Content Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/John-Kurtz-4" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bZTP0FlQR1o) 2025-01-31T01:00Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "Profanity Laced Clash: Lance Leipold v Joey McGuire; Who is Right Tensions boiled over after Texas Techs [----] win over Kansas when Jayhawks head coach Lance Leipold got into a profanity-laced confrontation with Red Raiders coach Joey McGuire at midfield. John breaks down what really happened between the two Big [--] coaches how the leagues new tortilla rule and fan penalties played into the chaos and why this feud says a lot about where the Big [--] is headed. If you want honest in-depth Big [--] football coverage every week subscribe to the channel and the Open for Business Big [--] newsletter at" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=biHc8fYO-z0) 2025-10-13T19:45Z 28K followers, [----] engagements "Is an ACC-Big East Super League Coming The ACC looks like it's going to survive.but would it join forces with the Big East to create a Super League It has one major advocate right now. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bmGmUcDVjdY) 2025-02-14T20:45Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements "This Is The Legacy That Cartier Diarra Leaves At Kansas State We will all remember the good times with Cartier Diarra at K-State" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bvO5MNpIP6A) 2020-03-25T23:42Z 28K followers, [---] engagements "National Media Slams the Big 12.and They Might be Right A prominent college football media member slams the Big [--] but he might have a point. Can the Big [--] program turn into Dabo Swinney's Clemson ESPN could save college football. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=c9WB23w4_rI) 2025-02-27T00:01Z 23.9K followers, [----] engagements "Michigan and USC Going Independent; Tony Petiti "Blowing Up" the Big Ten Tony Petittis controversial $2.4 billion Big Ten Enterprises private capital plan is tearing the league apart with USC and Michigan now questioning their future and even sparking talk of going independent. I break down how the 10% UC Investments stake the new grant of rights through [----] and uneven revenue shares create big winners and losers and why some insiders think its headed towards blowing things up. Then we dive into what Baylor AD Mack Rhoades stepping away from Baylor and the College Football Playoff selection" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=crNiuQmUSj4) 2025-11-14T01:29Z 29.7K followers, 11.8K engagements "MAJOR Money Move: West Virginia Joins the Big [--] Arms Race West Virginia just made a major money move to keep pace in the Big [--] arms race. With Texas Tech BYU and Kansas already flexing their financial muscle WVUs Board of Governors has approved a new athletics funding plan to position the Mountaineers at the top tier of the conference. What does this mean for West Virginia football the Big [--] and the future of college athletics WVU approves new athletics funding resolution How West Virginia plans to compete financially in the Big [--] Why money and revenue sharing are critical in todays" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dkeFaJlPCpU) 2025-09-19T13:30Z 27.2K followers, [----] engagements "Can the Big [--] Land Multiple Playoff Teams Does a path to multiple playoff teams still exist for the Big [--] Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eKMuerq36fY) 2025-10-24T23:00Z 27.4K followers, [----] engagements "Iowa State Utah Texas Tech: Big 12's Only Hope Is This a Two Bid League The Big 12s playoff hopes may already rest on just a few teamsIowa State Utah and Texas Tech. With K-State collapsing and Arizona State slipping is this league still alive for a multi-bid playoff run In this video we break down: Why Iowa States Cy-Hawk win proves the Cyclones are for real How Utah and Texas Tech can carry the Big 12s playoff chances What K-States collapse means for the leagues reputation Which dark horses (TCU Baylor Kansas BYU) could still surprise Whether the Big [--] can finally shake its national" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eLreZzmIoKo) 2025-09-08T19:45Z 28.8K followers, [----] engagements "Utah STOMPS Cincinnati; Utah/BYU/Tech Are All Playoff Teams Utah thumped Cincinnati tonight in Salt Lake City. Are the Utes legitimate playoff contenders Brendan Sorsby plays his worst game. ACC losses mean the Big [--] has a legit shot at two playoff teams. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eNtuy00OyOA) 2025-11-02T06:00Z 29.3K followers, 13.9K engagements "Arizona a Package Deal with ASU and Utah per ESPN's Pete Thamel ESPN's Pete Thamel and Wildcat Authority's Jason Scheer provide the latest details into Arizona's decision on the Big 12/Pac [--]. It sounds like the Wildcats may not be coming alone" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eeNg1O-87D8) 2023-08-01T13:00Z 28.6K followers, 35K engagements "Brett Yormarks Plan to Make the Big [--] Millions But Fans Will Hate It Big [--] Commissioner Brett Yormark has a new plan to make the conference millions of dollars but its already dividing fans. John Kurtz breaks down Yormarks push to expand the Big 12s global footprint through international games new TV rights deals and creative partnerships that could bring in massive revenue. From London to Mexico to streaming in Europe Yormark believes the Big [--] can win globally. But are these money moves good for college football John explains why fans may hate it while the Big 12s bottom line loves it." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=efeJznQ0OK4) 2025-10-24T17:14Z 27.3K followers, [----] engagements "Wild Big [--] Playoff Projections: Did BYU-Tech Kill the Big 12s Two-Bid Dream Texas Tech just proved its a playoff-caliber team and the Big 12s national credibility jumped with it. We break down how Techs defense and week-to-week focus have elevated Joey McGuires squad what BYUs loss really means for the conferences two-bid hopes and why an epic first-round playoff matchup could be coming. Plus the ACCs nightmare weekend AP poll behavior on BYU vs Utah and fresh Big [--] power rankings. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eybio6hQ0N4) 2025-11-10T02:36Z 27.9K followers, [----] engagements "BYU Deserves More Respect After ECU Win BYU football just delivered one of the most overlooked wins of the weekend dominating East Carolina [----] on the road. Freshman QB Bear Bachmeier stayed turnover-free once again while the Cougar defense has now allowed just one touchdown in [--] quarters. Yet despite starting the season [--] and showing toughness away from Provo BYU is still being ignored in the AP Top [--] and continues to fly under the radar nationally. Are voters and the media sleeping on BYU We break down why the Cougars deserve more respect what this means for the Big [--] and why Kalani" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=g0Cr_0IUkFU) 2025-09-22T13:30Z 27.7K followers, [----] engagements "Brett Yormark Stands Tall Against SEC and Big Ten Pressure Yormark and Jim Phillips score a win against the SEC/Big Ten. Should you root for Notre Dame tomorrow Why you should worry about Coach Prime leaving Colorado. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gQMJ4zZ3cXk) 2025-01-19T23:31Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "Kenny Dillingham Turns Down Auburn and the SEC; He's Building a Monster Kenny Dillingham turns down Auburn and any other SEC or Big Ten interest. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gde8Z2Gvdxg) 2025-11-18T02:00Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements "Are BYU Cincinnati and Houston Hurting the Big 12's Image w/ Monster Seasons The Big 12s so-called bad additions BYU Cincinnati and Houston are running the league right now. Thats great for their fanbases but what does it mean for the Big 12s national perception When the new schools dominate and the legacy programs like K-State Oklahoma State Baylor and Iowa State fall behind it raises uncomfortable questions about the conferences reputation and playoff chances. John Kurtz breaks down how this power shift happened why it worries some Big [--] fans and what the national media will say if it" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=h7pjQvPlnN0) 2025-10-27T23:30Z 27.6K followers, 10.9K engagements "REPORT: Playoff Expanding to [--] or 16; [--] Auto Bids for SEC/B1G Ross Dellenger drops a bombshell article. Is BYU the Big [--] favorite in [----] Which Big [--] coach is under the most pressure in [----] Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hUTTbhMK2TQ) 2025-02-17T02:18Z 23.9K followers, [----] engagements "How the Big [--] Won the Offseason The Big [--] is sitting pretty while the rest of the college football world burns. Ranking the top Big [--] coaches. What is the most valuable Big [--] program Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=j3c0SQQFWUw) 2025-07-28T01:35Z 27.3K followers, [----] engagements "Brett Yormark Finally Explains the Big [--] Playoff Plan Brett Yormark joined the Triple Option podcast and gave his reasoning for creating and supporting the 5+11 playoff model. Full podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/college-sports-change-forever-brett-yormark-bruce-feldman/id1762533302i=1000712417924 Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jlv07pU0BS0) 2025-06-17T19:45Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "Kirk Herbstreit is the WORST ESPN's Krik Herbstreit is the worst and was at the height of hypocrisy this weekend" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kMcYVzANlk0) 2024-12-23T21:00Z 27.8K followers, [----] engagements "Big [--] Expansion Update: Brett Yormark Speaks Brett Yormark gives a Big [--] expansion update calls out the SEC and Big Ten projects confidence in getting multiple teams into the playoff and talks private equity at Big [--] Basketball Media Days. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kR2K6TXvYi4) 2024-10-22T17:15Z 28.6K followers, 18.2K engagements "Texas Techs Week From Hell and What It Taught Us Texas Techs loss to Arizona State sent shockwaves through the Big [--] but are people overreacting John Kurtz breaks down what really happened in Tempe why Techs performance shouldnt end their playoff hopes and how injuries and slow starts have become part of the story. He also calls out the national media for dropping Texas Tech seven spots after a four-point road loss with a backup quarterback and explains why the Big [--] bias is still very real. Plus: what this means for Joey McGuire Will Hammond and Baron Morton as the Red Raiders look to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=khLXiyVIgMA) 2025-10-21T23:00Z 27.7K followers, [----] engagements "College Football Playoff Committee Member Speaks On Cincinnati College Football Playoff Committee Member Gene Taylor (K-State AD) gives his thoughts on Cincinnati and the selection process. Follow John Kurtz on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jlkurtz Follow John Kurtz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnkurtzshow/ Follow John Kurtz on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@johnkurtzshow" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lFtTDhhvNGE) 2021-11-02T13:00Z 28.5K followers, [----] engagements "Kansas State Wildcats QB Coach Collin Klein Pre Texas Collin Klein on Skylar Thompsons running ability" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lIqPfQDdDCw) 2019-11-06T20:19Z 28.4K followers, [--] engagements "Kalani Sitake Penn State Offer is Real; He Might be Gone The latest on Kalani Sitake and Penn State. Is it a done deal that he's leaving And could this be a huge turning point for the Cougars Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=m3A_7f31xTU) 2025-12-02T00:05Z 28.8K followers, 12.2K engagements "BYU STATEMENT Win in Pop-Tarts Bowl; Cougs Should Have Been in the Playoff and They Proved It Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly Realignment and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mZWLo9cX9u4) 2025-12-28T16:51Z 28.9K followers, [----] engagements "Is BYU the Big [--] Favorite in [----] Expectations are sky-high in Provo this year but should they actually be considered the Big [--] favorite Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mzmV6UwJnxQ) 2025-02-17T21:15Z 23.9K followers, [----] engagements "Texas Tech-Utah the Big [--] Title Game ESPN's Shocking Prediction Texas Tech vs Utah might be the Big [--] game of the yearand it also features the best trenches matchup in college football. Utahs elite offensive tackles both potential first-round NFL picks will battle Texas Techs dominant defensive front that has mauled opponents all season. Add in Baron Mortons breakout start Utahs defensive consistency and all the Big [--] storylines swirling around these two programs and this clash has everything. Why Texas Tech vs Utah could decide the Big [--] race ESPNs confusing take: Tech ranked #1 Utah" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nHT5htAOpGQ) 2025-09-18T19:45Z 27.2K followers, [----] engagements "INSANE BYU Comeback Win in [--] OT; Cougars Have Nine Lives BYU caps a double digit fourth quarter comeback with a win in double overtime. Wow. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nTHmyZcKCKE) 2025-10-12T05:41Z 27.7K followers, 19.5K engagements "Big 12s Old Guard Is Gone; Is It Tech and BYUs League Now Get Open For Business Big [--] Newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Timestamps 00:00 Intro: A completely new era of Big [--] football 01:51 Gundy Klieman Whittingham Campbell (and maybe Dillingham) are gone 02:37 Kalani Sitake and Dave Aranda become the veterans of the league 03:54 Young guns step in: Collin Klein Eric Morris Morgan Scalley Jimmy Rogers 04:39 Can the new coaches match the success of the old guard 05:32 Why Tech and BYU look like the new tent-pole programs 06:27 How Texas Tech dominated PFFs AllBig [--] team and BYUs 22" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=p3A_rA6soVc) 2025-12-15T23:01Z 28.9K followers, [----] engagements "Big [--] Coaches Reveal Who Will Take Over the Big [--] Anonymous Big [--] coaches think two teams can run the league moving forward. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pWFHYlcKMkM) 2025-06-08T14:01Z 27.4K followers, [----] engagements "ESPN Says the SEC and Big Ten Are Ruining College Football Even ESPN has major concerns about what the SEC and Big Ten are doing in reaching for automatic bids in the College Football Playoff. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pX1GPh9gRRY) 2025-02-20T20:45Z 24.1K followers, [----] engagements "REPORT: Kyle Whittingham to Michigan is Possible Get the Open For Business Big [--] Newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Timestamps 00:00 Kyle Whittingham speaks and sure doesnt sound done with coaching 00:54 Context: Utah fans vs national reports on whether Whittingham was really retiring 01:37 Free agent in the portal: Whittingham jokes about being a coaching free agent 02:12 Dodging the were you pushed out question and what that really suggests 02:53 Gordon Monson report: Scalleys leverage and Utah boosters eager for a change 03:41 Why John respects how Whittingham handled an awkward" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=p__4U02zxH0) 2025-12-22T14:30Z 28.8K followers, [----] engagements "Brett Yormark Demands Justice for Arizona State Brett Yormark isn't happy about how the Arizona State-Texas game ended and he wants answers. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly Realignment and College Football Content Venmo:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=q_sgFYqbqBM) 2025-01-07T01:00Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "LSU and Penn State Poaching Big [--] Coaches Matt Campbell and Kenny Dillingham Big [--] coaches are on the hot boards at LSU and Penn State. Texas Tech and Houston go under the upset alert microscope. And College Gameday going to another Big [--] venue next week Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=r-1_chftDfo) 2025-10-31T01:27Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "BYU Jumps Texas Tech as Big 12's Best; Can Tech Still Win the Big [--] BYU has officially taken the top spot in this weeks Big [--] Power Rankings but can the Cougars hold it John Kurtz breaks down why BYU jumped Texas Tech how Arizona States upset shakes up the Big [--] title race and which teams are rising fast (including Houston). Plus: what to make of Texas Techs loss Cincinnatis case for No. [--] and whether Baylor and TCU can be trusted down the stretch. Keywords: BYU football Big [--] Power Rankings Texas Tech football Arizona State football Cincinnati football Houston football Baylor football" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rFAnB2ALrRM) 2025-10-20T22:33Z 27.7K followers, [----] engagements "Brett Yormarks Risky Move Could Save College Football The Big [--] has thrown its support behind the [--] + [--] playoff model with universal support. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=r_ShdbgrAng) 2025-05-31T14:01Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "Brett Yormark is a Part of the Problem I'm not on board with Brett Yormark's latest public stance. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly Realignment" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=s0Di7540Q2A) 2025-03-19T00:00Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "BYU Screwed by Playoff Committee and Notre Dame; Texas Tech Can Make the Top Four 📱 We break down the latest College Football Playoff rankings: why BYU got snubbed why Notre Dame looks overrated and how Texas Tech still has a clear path to the Top [--] and a first-round bye. We walk through the actual bracket explain why BYU and Oklahoma wouldnt make it despite top-12 spots (projected auto-bids for USF and Miami) and map the scenarios where Alabama or Georgia losses open the door for Tech. Plus how brand bias and strength of schedule impact BYU vs. ND Utah holding at [--] Cincinnati hanging at 25" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sky2CNYRvME) 2025-11-12T01:26Z 27.8K followers, [----] engagements "Brett Yormark's Genius Uncovered Big [--] Deputy AD Tim Weiser details the stories behind some of Brett Yormark's most innovative ideas. Get Open For Business A Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly Realignment and College Football Content Venmo:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=t8YN-fsv5e4) 2024-07-19T19:30Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "The ACC is Spiraling.and the Big [--] Looks Stronger The ACC is sliding at the worst possible time. Miami has dropped two games as a double-digit favorite Louisville just took a gut-punch in OT and Clemson and Florida State are fighting to stay above .500. I break down why the ACC looks like a one-bid league how TV placement (ClemsonFSU on ACC Network) signals a brand dip and what this means for the Big 12s playoff positioning. Well cover the at-large math who Big [--] fans should root for and why Texas Techs surge changes national perception. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tgAl1eJWQgE) 2025-11-12T00:30Z 27.8K followers, [----] engagements "Why Brett Yormarks TV Gamble Makes Sense Brett Yormark upset some fans with his latest TV gamble. I agree with the fan frustration but I also think Yormark is in the right. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tmupNncAr-8) 2025-02-07T14:01Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "LIVE: Details On Why The Big [--] Hired Brett Yormark As Commissioner The Big [--] nailed this hire and The Athletic details why. We break down all angles of the Big 12's new commissioner and what it means for the league moving forward" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=u9xHyTY94Ic) 2022-06-30T01:14Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "LIVE: Proof That Venables Will Be A Great Head Coach Oklahoma fan boys are at it again. Mike Gundy has a conference realignment theory. K-State loses its best basketball player. KU has a great shot at a national title. 0:00: Intro 5:55: OU Fans/Media Can't Let Lincoln Go 20:50: Mike Gundy Realignment Theory 26:00: New Study on Realignment 34:20: Big [--] NCAA Tourney Wrap Up" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uAhKAU7m7dA) 2022-04-01T14:21Z 28K followers, [----] engagements "National Media Agrees: BYU Has the Big 12's Best Stadium; Here's the Proof The national media finally agrees BYU has the best stadium and atmosphere in the Big [--]. John Kurtz breaks down why LaVell Edwards Stadium ranks ahead of every other Big [--] venue how national outlets like The Athletic and ESPN personalities reacted to the Holy War atmosphere and why Provo delivers one of the most unique game-day experiences in all of college football. From the mountain backdrop to Cosmos in-game performances and the nonstop crowd energy this is proof that BYUs home-field advantage is unmatched." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uil2SM5Xg04) 2025-10-24T19:45Z 28K followers, 14.2K engagements "TCU HUMILIATES North Carolina and Ruins ESPN's Bill Belichick Love Fest TCU absolutely destroys North Carolina in Chapel Hill in front of the entire country. Are they a Big [--] contender What does it mean for the Big [--] as a whole Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ujoUjQE1EYM) 2025-09-02T03:04Z 28K followers, 14.6K engagements "Stanford and Cal Heading Back to the Pac [--] The Pac [--] is expanding and raiding the Mountain West but are they coming for Cal and Stanford next Full article: https://sports.yahoo.com/after-latest-realignment-moves-which-other-schools-will-the-pac-12-try-to-scoop-up-182233033.html Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=upifJVBG8ks) 2024-09-13T00:24Z 29.5K followers, 46.9K engagements "National Reporter Has Definitive Proof BYU Should be in the Playoff + Why Yormark is Quiet Right Now Why isnt there a louder national push for BYU in the College Football Playoff race In this video I break down why the Big 12s strategy may be happening more behind the scenes than on social media how BYUs blind resume stacks up against ACC contenders like Miami and why that brutal community note under the ACC tweet exposed the narrative. Ill walk through BYUs wins strength of schedule strength of record and what a conference title game berth would mean for their at-large hopes. Plus we dive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=v1FER3LwkYc) 2025-11-27T02:18Z 28.2K followers, 13.9K engagements "Big [--] vs. Notre Dame: The Shocking Outcome The Big [--] scores a big win over Notre Dame. Did a Big [--] coach take a shot at.the Big [--] ACC/Big East Super League Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=v7hLE_qvcrs) 2025-02-14T02:22Z 23.9K followers, [----] engagements "ACC Coach Admits the Big [--] is Better The Big [--] just proved once again its stronger than the ACCboth on the field and in the numbers. UCF dominated North Carolina [---]. TCU beat SMU [----]. Baylor already beat SMU earlier this season. West Virginia took down Pitt. BYU crushed Stanford. The only loss Colorado by a single score to Georgia Tech. Thats a [--] record for the Big [--] vs the ACC in [----]. Even ACC defenders and SMUs own head coach Rhett Lashlee were forced to admit the truth: the Big [--] is the better league right now. From UCF dismantling UNC to TCU outclassing SMU the depth of the Big 12" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vQwHfC1UvCY) 2025-09-22T19:45Z 28.1K followers, [----] engagements "WILD Houston Win over Arizona; TCU-Baylor Marathon; TCU Title Contenders The early window saw Houston outlast Arizona to get to 6-1. Could the Cougars be a nine or ten win team And TCU unleashes its run game (finally) on Baylor. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=w-0YxrfHGvg) 2025-10-18T20:47Z 27.8K followers, [----] engagements "Reporter: College Football Turning Into Pro Wrestling Thanks to the SEC and Big Ten A stream of national reporters bashed the SEC and Big Ten's move to push for four automatic playoff bids ever year. One suggested they're turning the sport into pro wrestling. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=w9STk52f8JI) 2025-02-21T20:45Z 23.9K followers, [----] engagements "Budget Crisis Hits the Big [--] Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly Realignment and College Football Content Venmo:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wEST349idvg) 2025-07-29T23:30Z 28K followers, [----] engagements "BYU/Utah Still OUT of the Playoff in New Rankings; SEC/Notre Dame Keeping Them Out; Is There Hope BYU and Utah are the last two teams out of the College Football Playoff field in the latest rankings. It seems like the committee is waiting to pull the wool over the Big 12's eyes here. Texas Tech is up to five. Do they have a path into the top four Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wLEWPVNRFcQ) 2025-11-19T14:01Z 28K followers, [----] engagements "Farmageddon Banned Big [--] Rivalries Under Fire 0:00 - 5:40 - Reece Davis Report 5:40 - 6:55 - Seat Geek 5:40 - End - Why Would They Do This Reece Davis with a shocking report on the Farmageddon rivalry between K-State and Iowa State in the Big [--]. Use code KURTZ for $20 off your first SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KURTZ Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wOAWh9w7q6c) 2025-08-29T23:01Z 28.3K followers, [---] engagements "AP Poll Hates Big [--] (Cincy); But Leaves Door Open for [--] Big [--] Playoff Teams The AP Poll strikes again and Cincinnati got robbed. Despite dominating Iowa State and sitting at 5-1 the Bearcats are still unranked while less-proven teams sneak into the Top [--]. Its another example of national voters ignoring the Big [--]. John breaks down why Cincinnati deserves a spot how Texas Tech BYU Arizona State and Iowa State stack up in the latest rankings and why this chaos might actually help the Big [--] long-term when it comes to the College Football Playoff. Cincinnati Football Big [--] Football AP Poll" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wiRkio1NxrI) 2025-10-06T17:45Z 27.5K followers, [----] engagements "How Depleted Will K-State's Secondary Be At OU K-State defensive coordinator Joe Klanderman meets with the media before K-State's road trip to Oklahoma" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wvV0TNeIiZQ) 2020-09-24T20:22Z 27.5K followers, [---] engagements "Indiana Just Proved Its Possible; The Big [--] Can Win a National Title Indiana going from bottom-feeder to wrecking everyone on the way to a national title game should give every Big [--] fan real hope. If Indiana can do it why cant Texas Tech BYU Arizona State Oklahoma State and others in the new Big [--] In this video I break down why this chaotic NIL/portal era actually raises the ceiling for nonpower two programs and how the right coach plus targeted spending can flip a program almost overnight. Well hit: Why Indianas run changes the conversation for every have-not in college football How the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xRnUB41H6jc) 2026-01-13T14:31Z 29.3K followers, [---] engagements "James Franklins $49 Million Firing: What it Means for the Big [--] The Big Ten is finalizing a $2 billion private capital deal and it just helped explain one of the wildest days in college football. With James Franklin fired at Penn State and multiple coaching jobs opening across the country John breaks down how the Big Tens new money pipeline gives its programs a massive advantage over the Big [--] what this means for buyouts and how private capital could reshape the future of college sports. Keywords: Big Ten football Big [--] football James Franklin fired Penn State football Big Ten private" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xeVq1N5ACtU) 2025-10-14T13:31Z 29.6K followers, [----] engagements "BYU vs. Notre Dame in a Playoff Game Here's What Vegas Says Would Happen Vegas finally shows respect for the Big [--]. We break down hypothetical playoff lines and power ratings for BYU vs Notre Dame and Texas Tech vs Oregon why Utah at [--] matters and what the latest College Football Playoff rankings mean for the leagues path to multiple playoff wins. If youre a Big [--] fan this is your guide to what the odds really say. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xgjko6QRTpk) 2025-11-07T20:01Z 27.7K followers, [----] engagements "The Poll That Proves Brett Yormark Was Right Use code KURTZ for $20 off your first SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KURTZ Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Brett Yormark gets the last laugh after the release of the coaches poll. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zFZC-bY-q7g) 2025-08-11T23:30Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements "BYU vs Notre Dame: The Resume ESPN Wont Show You BYU is 11-1 with a stronger College Football Playoff resume than brands like Notre Dame and Alabama in several key metrics but youd never know it from the way ESPN and the national media talk about the at-large race. In this video I break down BYUs playoff case vs Notre Dame Alabama Miami Vanderbilt Texas and Oklahoma how an ESPN graphic literally erased BYU from the conversation why the eye test only seems to get used against the Cougars and why this years BYU team is nothing like last years as they head into the Big [--] title game. Get Open" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zU6trmmjRW0) 2025-12-02T00:30Z 28.4K followers, 15K engagements "Will BYU and Utah Survive Having Staff and Players Raided by Kyle Whittingham Will BYU and Utah Survive Having Staff and Players Raided by Kyle Whittingham BYU and Utah are finally finding out what life is like as true national winners and that means watching Kyle Whittingham and Michigan circle their staffs and rosters. In this episode John explains why Jay Hill to Michigan is actually a sign of BYUs rise why both BYU and Utah are better positioned than ever to withstand staff raids and what Whittingham really said about his Utah exit and his plans for building a state of Utah super staff in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zbYjHJ5_N8o) 2025-12-29T02:22Z 28.9K followers, [----] engagements "Brett Yormark Has a Big Problem On His Hands; Big [--] AD Unleashes For the second time this year Big [--] Commissioner Brett Yormark is dealing with an AD tirade about the same issue. How will he handle it Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zkaZcEweUbg) 2025-02-03T20:45Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"Financial Crisis at One Big [--] School; Coach Says Were Broke Kelvin Sampson just said something you almost never hear from a coach at a top program: Houston is broke. In this clip I react to Sampsons comments explain why the timing is so shocking with Houston thriving in basketball and rising in football and break down what this could mean for the Cougars in the NIL and revenue-sharing era. Could money eventually put pressure on Houston to keep elite coaches like Sampson and Willie Fritz And if Houston is feeling a squeeze what does that say about the Big 12s financial reality compared to the"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T20:45Z 30.7K followers, 23.7K engagements
"The Sad Truth About Nebraska and the Big [--] Nebraska almost rejoined the Big [--] and the wildest part is why were conditioned to think that wouldve been a bad idea. In this video I break down the story from former Nebraska athletic director Bill Moos who says he quietly explored a path back to the Big [--] between [----] and [----]. Moos details how Nebraska fans and boosters complained about the Big Ten road trips the lack of historic rivalries and how the program felt stripped of its identity. He even met with thenBig [--] commissioner Bob Bowlsby in Dallas to discuss what it could look like"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T20:45Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Another Anti-Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ChantWill the Big [--] Step In Another BYU road game another chant controversy. In this clip I talk through what was heard in the BYU vs Oklahoma State game why theres debate over what was actually said and why the bigger issue is that anything using Mormon as an insult has become a recurring distraction in Big [--] arenas. I also get into what the Big [--] has said so far why statements alone havent stopped it and what real deterrents could look like moving forward (fines in-game penalties or technicals). Get Open For Business a Big 12"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T14:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"BYU is Hiding the Best Road Trip in College Sports BYU is hiding the perfect road trip in college sports. Ive covered college sports for [--] years. SEC. Big Ten. Big [--]. Major bowls. And Im telling you right now: Provo and Utah Valley are an elite combination of big time college sports unreal scenery and entertainment you wouldnt expect. In this video Im smashing the biggest stereotypes about BYU and Provo with actual proof on camera. Explore Utah Valley: https://www.utahvalley.com/ Sundance Mountain Resort: https://www.sundanceresort.com/ Block Restaurant:"
YouTube Link 2026-02-18T00:30Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Recruiting Sites Caught Sabotaging the Big 12; The Big [--] Star-Rating Scam Is Back Recruiting rankings are supposed to measure players. But for the Big [--] its starting to feel like theyre being used to shape a narrative. In this episode of Open For Business I break down the latest example of what looks like the antiBig [--] machine at work: Utahs [----] recruit Sal Moa was a four-star until he flipped to Michigan. Then in Rivals final Rivals300 update he suddenly becomes a five-star. And once you see it you cant unsee it. I walk through why this matters beyond fans being mad online. If Big 12"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T18:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Inside the Downfall of Baylor Athletics in the NIL Era Baylor athletics is going through it and in this episode I break down why the slide has happened and what comes next. Im joined by Ashley Hodge (SICEM 365) for a big-picture conversation about the state of Baylor basketball under Scott Drew in the NIL/transfer portal era plus the uncertainty around Baylor football and Dave Aranda. We get into how Baylors roster-building approach has changed why missing on a few portal/NIL evaluations can wreck an entire season and what kind of adjustments Baylor may be forced to make this offseason with a"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T14:30Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"BOMBSHELL: Nebraska Tried to Come Back to the Big [--] Nebraska almost rejoined the Big [--]. No this isnt message-board fan fiction. In this video I break down the stunning new details from former Nebraska athletic director Bill Moos who says he quietly explored a return to the Big [--] and even met with then-commissioner Bob Bowlsby to test the waters. Well cover when this happened why Nebraska fans were unhappy with Big Ten travel and rivalries how real the momentum actually was and what it would have meant for the Big [--] the Big Ten and the entire realignment timeline. Could Nebraska have come"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T17:08Z 30.7K followers, 48.8K engagements
"Is BYUs Season Falling Apart Whats Happening to the Cougars BYU has dropped three straight and the biggest red flag is on defense. In this clip I break down whats going wrong in Provo why the slow starts and turnovers are compounding the problem and what the metrics still say about BYUs overall profile (NET KenPom strength of schedule). Is this just a normal midseason skid that good teams survive or is it a sign BYUs ceiling is closer to solid tournament team than true contender With Houston next the next two weeks could define BYUs season. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T19:30Z 30.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Lincoln Riley's Brutal Shot at the SEC Exposes SEC Cheating Lincoln Riley just took a huge shot at the SEC and he did it calmly on national radio. In this clip I react to Rileys comments on The Colin Cowherd Show about NIL and parity where he implies it used to be one part of the country paying players. You know exactly what conference hes talking about and its a rare moment of a head coach saying the quiet part out loud. I break down whether Rileys SEC jab is out of line whether its true and why hes such an imperfect messenger for this argument given his Oklahoma exit and USCs underwhelming"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T22:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The Big [--] Has a Problem After This Schedule Drop Texas Tech just got the perfect road back to the College Football Playoff and the rest of the country is already mad about it. After the Big [--] schedule release two things are clear: Tech is going to take a ton of heat for an easy path and the league desperately needs someone besides BYU and Tech to step up. In this video I break down: Why I see Texas Tech and BYU as clearly out in front of the Big [--] right now Why Id put Houston third with Arizona and Utah right behind them Why national coverage keeps circling Arizona StateTech and what that"
YouTube Link 2026-01-23T20:45Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Are Texas Tech and Texas in NCAA Trouble; The NIL Crackdown Starts Now Could Texas Tech actually get in trouble for the massive NIL contracts its handing out in the transfer portal With the House settlement in place and the College Sports Commission firing a public warning shot theres real talk about fair market value eligibility risk and whether schools like Tech LSU Indiana and Texas are daring the CSC to do something about it. In this video I break down what the House settlement actually does how the College Sports Commission and NIL GO Clearinghouse are supposed to work why Texas Techs"
YouTube Link 2026-01-12T20:45Z 30.7K followers, 15.9K engagements
"Could North Dakota State Wind Up in the Big [--] They Took a Step Toward It North Dakota State is officially making the jump to FBS football joining the Mountain West. But heres the bigger question for Big [--] fans: could this be the first real step toward North Dakota State eventually winding up in the Big [--] In this episode of the Open for Business Big [--] podcast I break down why NDSUs move matters why the Mountain West is a gettable league for a program that dominated the FCS and what the James Madison blueprint tells us about how fast a school can level up after moving to the FBS. We also"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T16:08Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"There Are No Winners in the Parker Kingston Story; BYU Star Facing First Degree Felony Charge CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault allegations. In todays Open For Business Big [--] show we start with the latest on BYU football as receiver Parker Kingston has been charged with first-degree felony rape in Washington County Utah. I walk through the limited confirmed details that have been reported so far including BYUs public statement whats known about the investigation timeline and what comes next in court. Then we pivot to the Big [--] basketball mess at Kansas"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T02:34Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"K-State Has a Jerome Tang Problem K-State has a real Jerome Tang problem right now. After a 24-point loss to Kansas in Manhattan (their worst home loss to KU since 2002) the Wildcats look trapped between a massive buyout and a roster-building plan that hasnt produced results in the NIL era. In this video I break down: Why the Kansas loss felt like a program low point (effort pride and the ugly ending) How expensive this roster is and why that matters at K-State What went wrong with the mercenary roster approach and constant turnover Why chasing elite recruits hasnt paid off and the"
YouTube Link 2026-01-26T13:50Z 30.7K followers, 22.7K engagements
"K-State Basketballs Money Problem Is Worse Than You Think Kansas State is spending big on basketball and the results are brutal. In this clip I lay out the eye-popping numbers behind K-States current mess: Jerome Tangs buyout situation the assistant coach salary figures and the broader context that makes the spending look even worse across the Big [--]. How did K-State end up paying top-of-market money and still sit at the bottom of the league And what does it mean for their next move if theyre financially stuck either way Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T18:00Z 30.7K followers, 21.2K engagements
"Is the Big [--] Making a Massive Playoff Mistake Everyone is dunking on the SEC and Big Ten for fumbling the future of the College Football Playoff. But buried in the latest reporting is the part that should worry Big [--] fans: the Big [--] might be making a playoff mistake that comes back to haunt it. In this episode of Open For Business I break down the CFP expansion stalemate (the January [--] deadline came and went) and the ugly reality that the SEC and Big Ten have most of the power yet cant agree on what they want. That has created chaos and the quotes coming out of the room are incredible."
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T20:45Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Oklahoma State to the Playoff It Could Happen; ESPN Says So The next Indiana might already be hiding in the Big [--] and ESPN basically said so. In this episode of Open For Business I break down the Indiana Bannister Effect (once something impossible happens it suddenly becomes repeatable) and why college football is officially in that era now. Indiana went 16-0 just two years after going 3-9 with a roster ranked 72nd in the [---] talent composite. That changed the sports mental math. So whos next I explain why there are two Big [--] programs that fit the Indiana profile including one that ESPNs"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T14:49Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Day [--] in Provo. PSA: get to Provo to watch your squad play BYU right now (P.S. yes you can drink)"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T06:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Big [--] Money Crisis: A Big [--] Power Says It's Broke; K-State is Bleeding Cash Big [--] basketball has a money problem and Kelvin Sampson just said the quiet part out loud. After Houstons win the Hall of Fame coach admitted the Cougars are broke raising a bigger question for the conference: if one of the Big 12s best programs is struggling for resources what does that mean for competing in the new era of college sports In this live show I break down Sampsons comments why Houstons timing is so surprising (elite hoops rising football huge recruiting footprint) and whether a lack of donor support"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T02:11Z 30.7K followers, 10.2K engagements
"Big [--] Gets a HUGE Playoff Win; But it Comes With a Catch College Football Playoff is staying at [--] teams and the Big [--] just locked in a guaranteed spot for its champion. That sounds like a win but is this really stability or just a pause before the SEC and Big Ten try to reshape the sport on their terms In this show Ill break down what the CFP stalemate actually means for the Big [--] why the 4/4/2/2 model getting blocked matters and how long the league can count on guaranteed access before the next fight. Then well pivot to a wild weekend in Big [--] hoops and why Kansas State suddenly has a"
YouTube Link 2026-01-26T03:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"BYUs Brutal Week Gets Worse: Richie Saunders and Parker Kingston Updates BYU fans just lived through an absolutely brutal week and it hit both programs at once. In this video I break down the two storylines that changed everything: Richie Saunders tearing his ACL and being ruled out for the year and the Parker Kingston situation and what it means for BYU football moving forward. For BYU basketball losing Saunders isnt just losing a top scorer its losing the heart and soul of the team and it forces a hard question about the Cougars ceiling heading into March after a season full of injuries."
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T20:45Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"K-State's Jerome Tang Situation Spirals Out of Control K-State fans have officially hit the breaking point with Jerome Tang. Just days after I broke down the Jerome Tang problem the situation got worse fast. Kansas State goes from another late-game collapse at West Virginia to getting embarrassed at home by Iowa State and Tangs postgame comments only poured gasoline on the fire. In this video I react to the most controversial press conference moments of the week including: Tang blaming changing rules for roster issues The Im not disappointed at all quote after a blowout loss Why the West"
YouTube Link 2026-02-02T15:01Z 30.7K followers, 14.6K engagements
"Jerome Tang FIRED by K-State.For Cause; This Could be a Battle K-State has fired Jerome Tang. BYU has a horrible week. 🎙 New to streaming or looking to level up Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6321527093067776"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T02:32Z 30.7K followers, 11.2K engagements
"The NCAA Is Finally Coming After the SEC; Will They Lay the Hammer Down The NCAA and the College Sports Commission are firing warning shots at the SEC and it feels like were getting closer to the first real make an example moment of the NIL era. In this video I break down why LSU is now under investigation by the College Sports Commission (and why that matters even if its not football at least yet) plus the much more explosive situation involving Ole Miss and two separate tampering allegations that come with screenshots texts and receipts. Heres what we cover: what the College Sports"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T00:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Paul Finebaum Takes a Cheap Shot at BYU; Then Has to Apologize Paul Finebaum didnt just dismiss Indianas [---] title run as a cute story he randomly dragged [----] BYU into it too. In this video I break down the full context of his comments play the clip where he reduces Lavell Edwards Robbie Bosco and the [--] Cougars to a collective yawn and then show you his tail-between-the-legs apology after Indiana finished the job against Miami. We talk about why this attitude perfectly sums up the SEC arrogance problem why its so bad for the sport when national titles from outside the SEC/blueblood bubble"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T16:18Z 30.7K followers, 44.9K engagements
"BYU Can Save the Big 12's Reputation; The Cougars HAVE to do This The most important game of the [----] Big [--] season isnt even a conference game. Its BYU vs. Notre Dame in Provo and the entire leagues reputation might ride on what the Cougars do that night. In this video I break down why Notre Dame at BYU is the Big 12s single biggest opportunity to shift the national narrative and how we got here after last years playoff flop against Oregon. Ill walk through BYUs path to this moment Notre Dames soft early schedule and why this matchup will draw national eyeballs in a way most Big [--] games"
YouTube Link 2026-01-23T14:30Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Jerome Tang Makes K-State Crisis Even Messier; Is BYU in Trouble After KU Loss Kansas hoops chaos BYUs reality check and the Jerome Tang situation just got uglier. In this live show I break down the Darryn Peterson conundrum after KU vs BYU. He looked like the best player in the countrythen barely played in the second half again. Can Kansas actually win a national title if Peterson cant gut out full games Plus Richie Saunders may have just changed his career in one night and BYUs back-to-back losses raise a real question: are the Cougars in trouble or just settling into their real ceiling"
YouTube Link 2026-02-02T02:08Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Big Ten Internal War: Could Michigan and USC Go Independent Tony Petittis private capital plan for the Big Ten is sparking a full-on revolt from Michigan and USC with legitimate reporting now asking if this ends with one or both brands eventually going independent. I break down how the proposed $2.4 billion Big Ten Enterprises deal the extended grant of rights and uneven revenue shares created a rift why Michigan insiders say its headed toward blowing things up and why USC writers are already floating the idea of the Trojans as a Notre Dame-style independent villain. Well dig into what this"
YouTube Link 2025-11-16T15:30Z 30.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Notre DameBig [--] Talk Heats Up; Then Brett Yormark Blasts The Irish AD Brett Yormark Blasts Notre Dame AD Over CFP Fallout did the Big [--] commissioner just torch any shot at a Notre DameBig [--] partnership Notre Dame is furious after missing the College Football Playoff and blaming the ACC for campaigning for Miami but Brett Yormark fired back at Pete Bevacqua at the Sports Business Journal forum and called his behavior egregious. I break down what Yormark said why he defended the ACC how Notre Dames special top-12 CFP clause changes the conversation and what this all means for future Big"
YouTube Link 2025-12-10T16:11Z 30.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Big [--] Dominating Bowl Season While the SEC Flops; But Does it Even Matter The Big [--] is unbeaten in bowl season the SEC is stumbling and Twitter is on fire but how much does any of this actually mean for the future of the sport John breaks down TCUs wild comeback over USC BYUs Pop-Tarts Bowl statement vs Georgia Tech and Houstons win over LSU then explains why bowl season is mostly vibes while the College Football Playoff is where narratives are truly made. He also dives into how teams like Missouri and Tennessee get used as pump-and-dump rsum boosters for the SEC and why that dynamic"
YouTube Link 2025-12-31T15:59Z 30.3K followers, 14.1K engagements
"Can Eric Morris Save Oklahoma State Football Is the Big [--] on Notice Oklahoma State just fired Mike Gundy and hired Eric Morris but can he actually save Oklahoma State football and put the rest of the Big [--] on notice In this video I break down Morris track record with quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes and Cam Ward what his offense could look like in Stillwater how NIL and rev-share factor in and what this hire says about OSUs ambitions in the new Big [--]. We also talk about what this means for programs like K-State Texas Tech and the rest of the league in the playoff era. If you love Big 12"
YouTube Link 2025-11-28T14:30Z 30.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Chris Klieman Retires at K-State; Is Collin Klein Next Chris Klieman retires at K-State and reports say Collin Klein will be the hire. Is that happening And what's Chris Klieman's legacy Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news"
YouTube Link 2025-12-03T23:41Z 30.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Texas Tech Stealing the #1 Player in the Transfer Portal from the Texas Longhorns Texas Tech is on the verge of swiping the top player in the portal way from the Texas Longhorns Where will Cam Coleman wind up Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and"
YouTube Link 2026-01-07T01:00Z 30.6K followers, 28K engagements
"Group of Five Haters Are Coming For the Big [--] Next Get the Open For Business Big [--] Newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Timestamps 00:00 Why BYU (of all fanbases) has the biggest incentive to hate the G5 00:46 James Madison and Tulane get blasted and the G5 becomes the easy scapegoat 01:41 Blowouts arent new: what last years SMU/Tennessee games tell us 02:29 How national voices use G5 blowouts to argue they dont belong 03:18 Herbstreit participation trophies and the lazy anti-G5 narrative 03:30 Give them their own playoff: why that pitch sounds better than it really is 04:19 Why G5 access"
YouTube Link 2025-12-22T20:45Z 30.6K followers, 11.1K engagements
"Texas Tech Derangement Syndrome: Why College Football Hates the Red Raiders Texas Tech has become a college football villain overnight but is it fair It's definitely not. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T00:12Z 30.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Texas Tech Got the Perfect Path to a National Title; Can Anyone Stop Them Texas Tech just landed the perfect College Football Playoff path as the 4-seed and the Big [--] finally has a true title shot. I break down Techs favorable draw why their elite defense makes them a real national championship threat and how this bracket could set up a deep playoff run. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below"
YouTube Link 2025-12-08T01:00Z 30.6K followers, 20.3K engagements
"Inside the Downfall of Oklahoma State Football Oklahoma State football just hit rock bottom after a [---] loss to Oregon and fans are asking: has Mike Gundy lost control of the Cowboys program In this interview with Pistols Firing Podcast host Carson Cunningham we dive deep into how Oklahoma State reached this pointrecruiting struggles NIL shortcomings donor frustrations stale coaching hires and a decline in offensive innovation. We also look at whether Gundys future in Stillwater is on the line what it would take for OSU to rebound in the Big [--] and who could replace him if the university"
YouTube Link 2025-09-12T14:00Z 30.6K followers, 33K engagements
"Why is Big [--] Turning Down Four Playoff Auto Bids Get Open For Business Big [--] Newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Timestamps 00:00 Intro: Yormarks good and bad CFP moves 00:59 Commissioners meet: SEC Big [--] ACC Big Ten and playoff formats 01:46 Why 5+11 (five champs [--] at-larges) scares Big [--] and ACC fans 02:37 The original [----] proposal and why Yormark was right to fight it 03:14 My question to Yormark on equal auto bids and his October answer 03:58 How the Big Tens [----] auto-bid idea became a jackpot for the Big [--] 04:48 Why the Big [--] should be sprinting to accept equal auto bids now"
YouTube Link 2025-12-21T15:01Z 30.6K followers, 11.5K engagements
"Matt Campbell Leaves Iowa State for Penn State; Is Iowa State Doomed Without Him Matt Campbell is leaving Iowa State for Penn State and its a brutal blow for the Cyclones and the Big [--]. I break down why this is the end of the best era in Iowa State football history what it means for the programs future how Jimmy Rogers fits into the picture and why losing a coach like Campbell from the Big [--] hurts the entire league. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens."
YouTube Link 2025-12-08T14:30Z 30.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Tulsa HUMILIATES Oklahoma State; It's Over for Mike Gundy Mike Gundy's Oklahoma State Cowboys get pushed around by in-state rival Tulsa. Things have never looked worse for Mike Gundy's job security. Is Oklahoma State the worst P4 team in the country Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here:"
YouTube Link 2025-09-20T03:26Z 30.6K followers, 25.4K engagements
"Wait ESPN Actually Likes the Big [--] Now ESPN is finally showing the Big [--] some love and fans can hardly believe it. For the first time in over three years College GameDay is heading to a Big [--] matchup as Cincinnati takes on Utah. Meanwhile TNT continues to fight for the conference on air calling out other networks for ignoring Big [--] football. John Kurtz breaks down why ESPNs sudden interest might not be a coincidence how Big [--] fans pressured them into paying attention and what this means for the leagues growing power on TV. If you want college football news and analysis from a Big 12"
YouTube Link 2025-10-27T17:01Z 30.6K followers, 15.7K engagements
"BYU Beats Kyle Whittingham Again; Cougars On Fire Right Now In this video: How BYU survived Whittinghams move to Michigan better than Utah did The staff hits: losing Jay Hill and Genaro Guilford and why that isnt the full story The Utah carnage: key Utes visiting Michigan and crystal ball buzz Big announcement No. 1: All-Big [--] linebacker Isaiah Glasker is returning to BYU Big announcement No. 2: Bear Bochmeier is back to lead the Cougar offense What it says about BYUs culture that the core chose Provo over Michigan The last big roster question: what happens with corner Evan Johnson What this"
YouTube Link 2026-01-08T21:33Z 30.6K followers, 33.4K engagements
"BYU Grabbing Utah Star Out of the Transfer Portal The portal chaos in the state of Utah just got even wilder. Kyle Whittingham has turned Michigan into Utah North stripping Utahs staff pulling Jay Hill from BYU and now Utah players are jumping into the portal. On top of that Iowa State fans just watched what feels like their entire core follow Matt Campbell to Penn State. In this video John breaks down: How many key Utah assistants actually followed Whittingham to Michigan Why BYU losing Jay Hill and Gennaro Guilford hurts but isnt a death blow The Utah defensive names now in the portal"
YouTube Link 2026-01-05T14:30Z 30.6K followers, 36.9K engagements
"Even the SEC Admits It's Overrated The war over SEC hype is finally turning. After another brutal playoff run the SEC is [--] against other leagues in the 12team era has not played for a national title in three years and is getting called out by its own biggest defenders. In this video I break down why the SEC is untouchable narrative is finally cracking and what it means for the Big [--] BYU Notre Dame and everyone outside the so-called power two. Well hit: The SECs ugly playoff record and what it really says about the league Why this three-year title drought puts them on the same level as the"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T00:01Z 30.5K followers, [----] engagements
"DISASTER for Texas Tech and the Big 12; Oregon Thumps Tech in Playoff Win Texas Tech's offense plays its worst game of the season by far and Oregon thumps Texas Tech in the Orange Bowl. Big [--] Newsletter Open For Business Get Big [--] news playoff analysis realignment talk and private capital breakdowns delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Merch Store https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.co Subscribe For More Big [--] Coverage @JohnKurtzShow Support The Show Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/John-Kurtz-4 Follow John Twitter: @jlkurtz 🎙 New to streaming or"
YouTube Link 2026-01-01T21:23Z 30.6K followers, 19.7K engagements
"K-State Iowa State Skipping Bowl Games: Bush League or Brilliant K State and Iowa State Fined 500K for Skipping Bowl Games are the players soft or is the system broken Kansas State and Iowa State are each being fined $500000 by the Big [--] for opting out of bowl games and fans are lining up to blast both locker rooms. I break down why the situation is more complicated than kids these days what this says about bowl value in the playoff era and why the real blame belongs with leadership that created this college football ecosystem. Get Open For Business Big [--] Newsletter:"
YouTube Link 2025-12-09T21:06Z 30.6K followers, 11.3K engagements
"Texas Tech Landing a Big [--] All-Star Team in the Portal; Sorsby to Tech; BYU Stealing Utah Players Texas Tech is putting together a Big [--] All-Star team in the portal and is likely to land Brendan Sorsby. The BYU-Utah-Michigan drama heats up. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont"
YouTube Link 2026-01-05T02:29Z 30.3K followers, 13.3K engagements
"BYU and Texas Tech BOTH Win; Big [--] Will Get [--] in the Playoff OR Get a Playoff Bye BYU and Texas Tech both took care of business and now the Big [--] is positioned to either land two College Football Playoff bids or give Tech a top-four seed and a bye. I break down why this isnt last years BYU team how dominant Tech looked against WVU and where the at-large battle stands vs Texas Miami A&M and the SEC. 🎙 New to streaming or looking to level up Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6321527093067776"
YouTube Link 2025-11-29T21:35Z 30.6K followers, 22.4K engagements
"The Rebirth of Oklahoma State Football; A Sleeping Giant Awakens Eric Morris has arrived in Stillwater raided the North Texas roster and suddenly Oklahoma State looks ready to jump from rock bottom to Big [--] threat. Im joined by Pistols Firings Carson Cunningham to break down how it all happened why this hire is getting an almost unheard-of 100% approval rating and whether OSU can really go toe-to-toe with Texas Tech in the NIL era. In this episode: How Mike Gundys tenure really ended and why it had to Why Eric Morris was the fit Oklahoma State couldnt pass on Inside the coaching search:"
YouTube Link 2026-01-10T15:02Z 30.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Was BYU Exposed By Kansas and Arizona Can the Cougars Recover BYU just dropped back-to-back Big [--] games and the part that should worry fans isnt only the losses. Its how they happened. Against Arizona and Kansas the Cougars dug massive holes early (down [--] and down 21) looked stagnant for long stretches then almost pulled off two furious comebacks. That raises the obvious questions: is BYU actually in trouble are Big [--] title hopes fading and is this still a team built for a deep NCAA tournament run In this video I break down what these two losses reveal about BYUs ceiling the biggest red"
YouTube Link 2026-02-02T20:45Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"K-State's $18.7 Million Battle With Jerome Tang Could Get Ugly Kansas State fired Jerome Tang for cause and now the real fight begins: will K-State actually have to pay the full $18.67 million buyout In this video I break down why the Wildcats are leaning on the embarrassment/public disrepute language in Tangs contract how Gene Taylor is already framing the termination publicly and why this is likely headed toward a settlement instead of a drawn-out legal war. Well also revisit the comments and decisions that helped turn K-State into a national punchline plus what Tang is saying in response"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T18:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The Real Truth About Kyle Whittinghams Utah Exit; Did He Ruin His Utah Legacy Was Kyle Whittingham actually forced out at Utah or did years of Im close to retiring comments finally paint him into a corner In this episode John sits down with Alex Markham of UteNation.com to unpack the real story behind Whittinghams exit how the final negotiations went down and why the truth is somewhere in the middle between pushed out and walked away. Alex explains what Kyle really wanted in his next contract why Utah felt it had to protect a transition plan to Morgan Scally and how Scallys personality"
YouTube Link 2026-01-17T15:00Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Utah AD Fires Back with WILD Tweet After Kyle Whittingham Steals From the Utes Again Kyle Whittinghams Michigan raid just landed its most brutal hit yet on Utah. In this video John Kurtz breaks down why flipping Utahs top [----] commit to Michigan stings more than any of the staff or portal losses so far and why AD Mark Harlans now-deleted tweet about it tells you everything about how raw the emotions are in Salt Lake City right now. John walks through the full scorecard: seven coaches and multiple key players following Whittingham to Michigan why some of those exits were at least explainable"
YouTube Link 2026-01-19T16:14Z 30.7K followers, 15.7K engagements
"Will the SEC-Big Ten Power Struggle Crush the Big [--] The Big [--] just got a College Football Playoff spot essentially locked in for next season and that sounds like a win. But the reason it happened should make Big [--] fans uneasy. In this video I break down why the CFP stayed at [--] teams after the January [--] expansion deadline and how the SECBig Ten power struggle could reshape the playoff in ways that leave the Big [--] as collateral damage. Greg Sankey wants [--]. Tony Petitti wants [--] (or leverage to get there). And while they fight over control the Big [--] is trying to protect the one thing"
YouTube Link 2026-01-26T19:58Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"BYU's Transfer Portal Haul Changes Everything in Big [--] Race BYUs offseason story is no longer just about elite roster retention. After keeping stars like Bear Bochmeyer LJ Martin Isaiah Glasker and the core of that defense the Cougars have now added one of the nations better transfer portal classes on top of it. In this video John breaks down how adding Cal linebacker Cade Uluave (a first-team All-ACC defender) USC tight end Walker Lyons and multiple Power Four offensive linemen changes BYUs ceiling in [----]. Has BYU actually narrowed the gap on Texas Tech or are the Red Raiders still clearly"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T23:45Z 30.7K followers, 17.5K engagements
"The Darryn Peterson Conundrum: Can KU Win a Title With Half of a Star Kansas might have the best player in college basketball but theres one massive problem: Darryn Peterson doesnt play full games and hes missed a huge chunk of the season. In this video I break down the Darryn Peterson conundrum after Kansas vs BYU at Allen Fieldhouse a game that was supposed to be the marquee matchup of the year with Peterson and AJ Dybantsa sharing the floor in front of NBA scouts NBA executives and a packed house for the 1000th game in Allen Fieldhouse history. Peterson looked like a cheat code early. He"
YouTube Link 2026-02-02T18:00Z 30.7K followers, [---] engagements
"The $50 Million Roster Era Is Coming; Are Big [--] Teams Screwed The push to remove all limits on player pay is getting louder and that might be amazing news for Texas Tech and BYU but a serious problem for the rest of the Big [--]. In this video John Kurtz breaks down why Ross Dellingers latest reporting has ADs at Miami Ohio State and Notre Dame openly talking about scrapping the revenue-sharing cap how Miamis rumored $10M move for Duke QB Darien Mensa fits into the picture and why some power players now want a totally uncapped system. Then he looks at what [----] million dollar rosters would"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T14:30Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Texas Tech Gets a Gift Big [--] Schedule; Finebaum Takes a SHOT at BYU; Top [--] Big [--] Games in [----] Texas Tech just got the friendliest playoff path in America BYU is carrying the Big 12s reputation into a massive showdown with Notre Dame and Paul Finebaum somehow managed to take an unnecessary drive-by shot at BYU while disrespecting Indianas title run. Were hitting all of it in this show. I break down why the new Big [--] schedule quietly sets up perfectly for Texas Tech to make another playoff push what it means that theres no regular-season TechBYU matchup and which teams (Houston Arizona"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T02:19Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"BYUs Culture Just Passed the Ultimate Test; Cougars Are Loaded BYU just passed the biggest stress test of the transfer portal era. With Kyle Whittingham raiding staffs in Utah and Michigan money looming the Cougars somehow kept basically every key piece that couldve left. In this video I break down how BYU built a moat around Provo what it says about their culture and why this roster retention might matter more than any single transfer they couldve landed. Well talk about LJ Martin Evan Johnson Bear Bochmeier Satuala and Tanavasa all choosing to run it back what it means for BYUs ceiling in"
YouTube Link 2026-01-12T14:30Z 30.7K followers, 11.7K engagements
"K-States Hoops Embarrassment Became a National Story Overnight Jerome Tang just put Kansas State in the national spotlight for all the wrong reasons. After K-States brutal 29-point home loss to Cincinnati Tang unloaded with an explosive postgame rant thats now gone viral across college basketball media. In this episode of Open For Business I break down exactly what he said why it cut through the noise and how K-State quickly became a national punchline on a slow sports news day. Well run through who picked it up (CBS Sports ESPN Fox College Hoops The Athletic and even Pardon The Interruption)"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T19:26Z 30.7K followers, 12.6K engagements
"SEC and Big Ten Breakaway Big [--] May Never Play the SEC or Big Ten Again Could the Big [--] really be shut out of ever playing the SEC or Big Ten again Ross Dellingers latest reporting from the NCAA convention lays out a future where leagues only play each other govern themselves and potentially operate under totally different rule books. In this video John breaks down what Dellinger is hearing why power conferences are so fed up with the NCAA and the College Sports Commission and how a world of conference silos would hit the Big [--] and ACC hardest. Well dive into why SEC and Big Ten leaders"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T20:45Z 30.7K followers, 19.2K engagements
"Is BYU's Environment Better Than Allen Fieldhouse I Finally Found Out. In this episode of the Open For Business Big [--] Podcast John Kurtz recaps Houstons gritty road win at BYU and breaks down what it felt like seeing the Marriott Center in person for the first time. Is BYU in panic mode after four straight losses or is this just the brutal reality of Big [--] basketball in February Youll hear why Houstons defense was so effective how the Cougars dominated the second-chance points battle and why taking Richie Saunders out of rhythm changed the entire feel of the game. Plus: AJ DeBonsas big"
YouTube Link 2026-02-08T16:58Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Big [--] Image Problem: How Much Damage Did Texas Tech's Playoff Loss Do Texas Tech got its shot to prove the Big [--] belongs on the playoff stage and faceplanted. John breaks down how the blowout loss to Oregon will be used against the Big [--] why Arizona States near-upset of Texas last year will be completely memory-holed and how brand power and confirmation bias stack the deck against everyone outside the sports top [----] brands. He also digs into whether this really changes anything long term or if the fix is already in for leagues like the Big [--]. Get the Open For Business Big [--] Newsletter:"
YouTube Link 2026-01-02T14:30Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Jerome Tangs WILD Postgame Rant After K-State Embarrassment; They Dont Deserve to Be Here Jerome Tang went scorched earth after yet another K-State basketball embarrassment and you have to hear this audio to believe it. After the Wildcats got blown out 91-62 at home by Cincinnati Tang didnt just call the loss embarrassing he said some of his players dont deserve to wear this uniform and that very few of them will be back next year. Then he doubled down with an even harsher message about what it means to represent Kansas State. In this episode of the Open For Business Big [--] Podcast I play the"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T13:30Z 30.7K followers, 14.6K engagements
"Uncapped Spending is Coming to College Football; Will Tech and BYU Rule the Big [--] Forever Many powerful leaders in college football want no revenue sharing cap anymore. Does that mean Tech and BYU are bound to rule the Big [--] forever moving forward Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here:"
YouTube Link 2026-01-19T02:37Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ESPN Just Admitted It; The Big [--] Is Back ESPN did the unthinkable: they projected BYU to make the College Football Playoff in [----] and not only BYU. In their early projections the Big [--] isnt a one-bid league. Its a two-bid league. In this episode of Open For Business I break down what changed in ESPNs tone and why BYU is suddenly being treated like a legitimate playoff team after spending the last two seasons getting brushed aside. We all remember the snubs: BYU sitting at 11-1 and still getting treated like an afterthought getting left off graphics and watching teams with worse resumes get"
YouTube Link 2026-01-31T15:01Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"ESPN Finally Puts BYU in the College Football Playoff; Big [--] Making a Huge Playoff Mistake ESPN actually projected BYU and Texas Tech in the College Football Playoff and Big [--] fans have every right to side-eye it. In this live show I break down ESPNs Way-Too-Early Top [--] (and what it really signals about BYUs playoff path) why the Cougars are finally getting respect and which SEC brands got left out. Then we pivot to the bigger fear: while everyone laughs at the SEC and Big Ten for fumbling CFP expansion is the Big [--] making a massive playoff mistake behind the scenes I dig into the 5+11 vs"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T00:23Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"BYU Sets ESPN TV Record; The World is Watching the Cougars In this episode John breaks down: Why BYUs portal and staff losses arent the catastrophe some expected How hanging on to key defensive talent shows the strength of BYUs culture The wild Pop-Tarts Bowl rating: [---] million viewers up [--] percent year over year How BYUGeorgia Tech outdrew Penn StateClemson and VirginiaMizzou on the same day What those TV numbers really say about BYUs brand and Big [--] relevance Why BYU fans should feel pretty good about where the program sits after Michigans raid Timestamps 00:00 Big [--] is irrelevant Not"
YouTube Link 2026-01-05T20:45Z 30.7K followers, 10.4K engagements
"INSANE BYU Comeback Falls Short; Arizona Survives Horrible Officiating; Zona is the Nations Best John reacts to the BYU-Arizona showdown in Provo"
YouTube Link 2026-01-27T05:39Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Who Will K-State Hire to Replace Jerome Tang [--] Names to Watch Kansas State just fired Jerome Tang and now the biggest question in the Big [--] is obvious: who does K-State hire next In this video I break down what we know about Tangs exit (including the $18.67M buyout and the for cause angle) what Gene Taylor signaled about the profile K-State is targeting and why fans should stop doing the Brad Underwood thing to themselves. Then I lay out the early names to watch including Josh Schertz (Saint Louis) Alan Huss (Creighton) and Jerrod Calhoun (Utah State) plus what makes each one realistic (or"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T14:01Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The Big [--] Will Win a National Championship This Year The Big [--] is absolutely loaded at the top right now and this season feels like the SECs football heyday or Big Ten football at its peak: multiple legitimate national title contenders showcase games every week and star power everywhere you look. In this video I break down why this might be the year the Big [--] reclaims the sport and finally cashes it in with a national championship. We talk about what Saturday revealed across the league including AJ Dybantsas 43-point takeover Texas Techs home-court madness Houston looking like a title team"
YouTube Link 2026-01-26T23:01Z 30.7K followers, [----] engagements
"BYU's Big [--] Reality Check BYU Head Coach Kalani Sitake joins me from Big [--] Media Days to discuss how tough it was to transition to the Big [--] last year what has changed and where his quarterback situation sits right now. Get Open For Business A Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel"
YouTube Link 2024-07-27T15:00Z 28.2K followers, [----] engagements
"The Big [--] Has A New Commissioner: Brett Yormark; Instant Reaction I LOVE the Big 12's new commissioner hire. Why this is a progressive and aggressive hire by the league. Hear what the head of Fox Sports had to say about the league's new leader"
YouTube Link 2022-06-29T16:27Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"National Medias War on the Big [--] Continues; Why Do They Do This The national media is back on its Big [--] hate campaign twisting TV ratings and polls to take shots at the league once again. John Kurtz breaks down the latest bias from national writers what it means for the playoff race and why the Big [--] might not be a two-bid league this season. Plus: Big [--] commissioner Brett Yormark reveals a new plan to make the conference millions through global TV rights and international games and John shares why LaVell Edwards Stadium at BYU might be the best atmosphere in the entire Big [--]. Keywords:"
YouTube Link 2025-10-24T01:12Z 29.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Whittingham Takes Over Half of Utah's Staff + BYU's Jay Hill; Are Utah Players Next Kyle Whittingham didnt tiptoe out of Salt Lake Cityhe emptied the cupboard. Michigans new head coach has raided Utah and BYU for six Utah assistants plus BYU defensive coordinator Jay Hill building a state-of-Utah super staff in Ann Arbor. In this video John breaks down which coaches left which players could follow whether BYU and Utah are actually screwed in the short term and if Utah might turn around and steal BYUs offensive coordinator to plug the hole. Get the Open For Business Big [--] Newsletter:"
YouTube Link 2026-01-02T20:02Z 29.6K followers, 20.3K engagements
"BYU Screwed by Playoff Committee and Notre Dame; Texas Tech Can Make the Top Four We break down the latest College Football Playoff rankings: why BYU got snubbed why Notre Dame looks overrated and how Texas Tech still has a clear path to the Top [--] and a first-round bye. We walk through the actual bracket explain why BYU and Oklahoma wouldnt make it despite top-12 spots (projected auto-bids for USF and Miami) and map the scenarios where Alabama or Georgia losses open the door for Tech. Plus how brand bias and strength of schedule impact BYU vs. ND Utah holding at [--] Cincinnati hanging at 25"
YouTube Link 2025-11-12T01:49Z 28.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Vegas Thinks Utah Will Crush Cincinnati; Here's Why Utah is a 9.5-point favorite over unbeaten Cincinnati but why In this video John Kurtz breaks down the shocking reason behind the Vegas line how computer models like ESPNs SP+ are boosting Utah and why Cincinnati still deserves more respect. Plus what College GameDays visit means for the Big [--] and how the Bearcats can pull off the upset. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or"
YouTube Link 2025-10-31T16:34Z 28K followers, [----] engagements
"Even the Haters Admit Texas Tech Can Win It All Texas Tech just proved theyre a legitimate national championship contender. After a dominant [----] win over Kansas the Red Raiders now rank No. [--] nationally in Bill Connellys SP+ rankings ahead of programs like Texas A&M and Oklahoma. John breaks down how Texas Techs defense led by David Bailey and Romello Height has become one of the best in the country why Bud Elliott is finally giving Tech credit and how Joey McGuires roster-building strategy has the Red Raiders positioned for a playoff run. If you want Big [--] football analysis power rankings"
YouTube Link 2025-10-14T23:00Z 27.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Could BYU Be BETTER Without Jake Retzlaff It's possible that BYU has a higher ceiling as a team without Jake Retzlaff. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support"
YouTube Link 2025-06-30T23:30Z 28.7K followers, 12.9K engagements
"Michigan and USC Going Independent; Tony Petiti "Blowing Up" the Big Ten 📱 Tony Petittis controversial $2.4 billion Big Ten Enterprises private capital plan is tearing the league apart with USC and Michigan now questioning their future and even sparking talk of going independent. I break down how the 10% UC Investments stake the new grant of rights through [----] and uneven revenue shares create big winners and losers and why some insiders think its headed towards blowing things up. Then we dive into what Baylor AD Mack Rhoades stepping away from Baylor and the College Football Playoff"
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T01:29Z 28K followers, [----] engagements
"Notre Dame Will Ruin Utah and BYU's Playoff Chances.Unless This Happens I break down what the Big [--] needs for a two-bid College Football Playoff why Notre Dame is the biggest roadblock for Utahs at-large hopes and how BYU can still keep the door open after the Texas Tech blowout. Well map the chaos: Pac-12 cannibalization (Oregon/USC/Washington) SEC middle-tier stumbles (Vandy/Auburn) and the one upset that flips the bracket. Plus BYU disrespect watch versus the committee and what a BYUTexas Tech rematch would have to look like to keep two bids alive. Get Open For Business a Big 12"
YouTube Link 2025-11-11T00:45Z 27.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Texas Tech and Houston Are on Upset Alert Saturday; Here's Why Are Texas Tech and Houston on upset alert this weekend John Kurtz breaks down two dangerous Big [--] matchups Texas Tech vs Kansas State and Houston vs West Virginia and explains why both could get tricky. From quarterback injuries and special teams issues to classic trap-game scenarios heres why these favorites cant afford to look ahead. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big 12"
YouTube Link 2025-10-31T18:00Z 27.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Arkansas Was Almost a Big [--] School: The SHOCKING Story What if I told you that the Big 8/Big [--] almost kicked out a prominent member school to make room for Arkansas Learn the crazy story here. 0:00 - 0:22 - Intro 0:22 - 1:45 - Arkansas football and basketball history w/ Eddie Sutton and Lou Holtz 1:45 - 2:20 - Arkansas issues with the Southwest Conference 2:20 - 3:00 - Big Eight Conference history 3:00 - 3:38 - K-State football and basketball history 3:38 - 4:14 - Florida State and Clemson sue the ACC 4:14 - 6:35 - Arkansas flirts with the Big Eight in the 70s and 80s 6:35 - 7:09 - Arkansas"
YouTube Link 2025-02-23T20:00Z 23.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Big [--] and ACC Get a Surprise Twist in Playoff Drama The latest on the Big Ten/SEC boardroom battle includes some good and bad news for the Big [--]. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel"
YouTube Link 2025-07-01T23:30Z 27.8K followers, [----] engagements
"SEC Poaching an Elite Big [--] Coach Kenny Dillingham has Arizona State rolling but a viral clip and swirling coaching carousel rumors have fans wondering if he could bolt his alma mater for a blueblood job like LSU Auburn or even Penn State. I break down what Dillingham actually said why the internet may be overreacting to a 15-second soundbite and how the sheer number of major openings makes ASU and the Big [--] vulnerable to losing one of their best young coaches. Well talk what Dillingham has already proven at Arizona State which jobs would realistically tempt him and what it would mean for"
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T20:45Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Can Brett Yormark Force a Deal with the SEC & Big Ten The SEC and Big Ten are coming after the Big [--] and ACC's playoff bye next year. Can Brett Yormark wheel and deal to make long term strides for the league Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and"
YouTube Link 2025-02-22T15:00Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Can Brett Yormark REALLY Stop Playoff Expansion Brett Yormark says he's coming to the table armed with stats. Can he actually do anything about playoff expansion and auto bids Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to"
YouTube Link 2025-02-18T01:00Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"REPORT: Kyle Whittingham Stealing Coaches from BYU and Utah; Jay Hill and Jason Beck Gone About This Video In this video John Kurtz reacts to early reporting that Kyle Whittingham is targeting BYU defensive coordinator Jay Hill and Utah offensive coordinator Jason Beck as he builds his first staff at Michigan. He explains why both coaches are so valuable how Whittinghams long relationships with them play into this and why Michigans brand and platform make these jobs extremely hard to turn down. John also breaks down what this would mean for Morgan Scalleys debut season at Utah BYUs defensive"
YouTube Link 2025-12-27T17:04Z 28.9K followers, 25.9K engagements
"BYU Will Shock Texas Tech If THIS Happens BYU faces its biggest test yet in a top-10 showdown against Texas Tech the first ABC Big [--] showcase in two years. We break down what this game means for BYUs playoff hopes why voters are waiting to drop the Cougars in the rankings and how they can control their destiny with a win. From the run-game challenge against Techs elite defense to the danger of falling into an early hole this preview covers the keys to a BYU upset the matchups to watch and a final score prediction. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews"
YouTube Link 2025-11-07T02:34Z 27.7K followers, [----] engagements
"BREAKING: Big [--] Seriously Explored Adding Memphis Ross Dellenger reports that the Big [--] seriously considered adding Memphis after the Tigers presented an unprecedented offer. Full article: https://sports.yahoo.com/college-football/breaking-news/article/memphis-proposing-lucrative-offer-to-join-big-12-but-it-lacks-support-from-conference-leadership-sources-175519540.htmlutm_source=open-for-business.beehiiv.com&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=memphis-to-the-big-12-they-re-trying-w"
YouTube Link 2025-07-21T20:34Z 27.8K followers, [----] engagements
"The SEC & Big Ten Trying to STEAL the Big [--] & ACC's Playoff Bye The greed hasn't stopped yet from the SEC and Big Ten. Ross Dellenger reports they're now coming after the [----] first round byes. National media rip the SEC and Big Ten this week over their [----] and beyond playoff greed. Texas Tech has a multi-billionaire booster. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John"
YouTube Link 2025-02-20T01:46Z 24.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Will BYU Drop Below Utah in Playoff Rankings Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly Realignment and College Football Content Venmo:"
YouTube Link 2025-11-10T20:45Z 28K followers, [---] engagements
"Texas Tech is BACK; Red Raiders Roll K-State; Gameday Coming For BYU-Tech Texas Tech put the clamps down on K-State and suffocated the Wildcats with its defense. Now College Gameday is set for Texas Tech and BYU next week. Plus West Virginia knocks off Houston and Arizona State outlasts Iowa State. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business"
YouTube Link 2025-11-02T00:11Z 29.4K followers, 10.6K engagements
"Big [--] AD Leaves During Scandal; Hands Playoff Power to the SEC The Big [--] just lost a huge edge in the College Football Playoff race as Baylor AD and CFP selection committee chair Mack Rhoades steps away and Arkansas AD Hunter Yurachek from the SEC takes over. I break down what this means for BYU and Utahs at-large playoff hopes how the latest CFP rankings tightened the path for the Big [--] and why a room full of SEC and Big Ten logos is bad news for Texas Tech BYU and Utah. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox."
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T14:30Z 28K followers, [----] engagements
"Texas Tech Will Overpower BYU.Unless the Cougars Do This Texas Tech vs BYU Big [--] preview. Why the Red Raiders physical front and pass rush could overwhelm BYU what the Cougars must do to survive LJ Martins status and the Bear Bachmeier X-factor. Keys matchups and a score pick. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here:"
YouTube Link 2025-11-07T21:00Z 27.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Colorado Got a Signing Bonus to Join the Big [--] USA Today reports that Colorado got a nice signing bonus to join the Big [--]. No word yet on the other four corner schools but we may find out soon. Full article: https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaf/big12/2023/09/22/texas-oklahoma-big-12-sec-espn-role-realignment/70910157007/ Support the channel on Venmo: John-Kurtz-4"
YouTube Link 2023-09-26T13:00Z 29.5K followers, [----] engagements
"The Truth About BYUs NIL Spending Spree After the Rob Wright saga BYU is getting accused of using money from the church to money whip players into coming to Provo. Is that fair Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to"
YouTube Link 2025-04-12T14:30Z 28.2K followers, 10.1K engagements
"Kansas State Wildcats: Does K-State Have A Transfer Problem K-State AD Gene Taylor weighs in on his concern level with the amount of basketball transfers this year"
YouTube Link 2020-04-27T23:24Z 28K followers, [---] engagements
"IT'S HAPPENING: Colorado to the Big [--] Brett McMurphy reports that Colorado is officially heading to the Big [--]. Public board meeting tomorrow at Colorado to seal it. Rumor has it they may not be alone"
YouTube Link 2023-07-27T02:24Z 28.3K followers, 17.4K engagements
"Kansas State Football: Most Epic Moments At Bill Snyder Family Stadium The most epic moments in K-State football history in Manhattan. Did I miss something Let me know in the comments"
YouTube Link 2020-06-07T23:20Z 27.3K followers, 71.3K engagements
"Is One School Costing the Big [--] Millions Could the slippage of one program be a big money problem for the Big [--] moving forward Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel"
YouTube Link 2025-02-11T20:45Z 23.9K followers, 14.4K engagements
"Jake Retzlaff Out at BYU; Notre Dame Bound Jake Retzlaff is leaving BYU. Are the Cougars no longer a Big [--] title contender The Big [--] is ditching its preseason media poll. Another playoff format update. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment"
YouTube Link 2025-06-30T02:29Z 29.6K followers, 12.2K engagements
"The CRAZY Way BYU Can Make the Playoff With a Loss on Saturday I do think there's a very slim path for a BYU at-large College Football Playoff bid with a loss on Saturday to Texas Tech. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news"
YouTube Link 2025-12-05T14:30Z 28.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Is Kyle Whittingham Retiring Here's a Big Clue In this video I break down Kyle Whittinghams unusually emotional postgame press conference after Utahs wild comeback win over Kansas State and what it could mean for his future. We look at why a normally stoic Whittingham was moved to tears the context of his final home game at Rice-Eccles and how local reporting has fueled real retirement speculation. I also explain why Utah already having a head coach in waiting changes the equation and why this dramatic finish would be a fitting sendoff if this really was Whittinghams last home game. If youre"
YouTube Link 2025-11-25T14:30Z 28.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Ranking The Best and Worst Big [--] Football Stadiums 2025 Update My updated tier list of toughest Big [--] football stadiums with some help from the players themselves. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the"
YouTube Link 2025-07-25T14:00Z 27.9K followers, 14.6K engagements
"Whos to Blame for the Big 12s Bad Weekend 0:00 - 5:53 - Baylor bullied by Auburn and SEC football 5:53 - 7:06 - Seat Geek 7:06 - End - Cincinnati football and Colorado football come close The Big [--] got a harsh reality check in Week [--]. Baylor was bullied by Auburn Colorado fell to Georgia Tech and Cincinnati came up short vs. Nebraska. Heres why those losses fed the SEC narrative and what it means for the Big [--] football playoff race moving forward. Use code KURTZ for $20 off your first SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KURTZ Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Get"
YouTube Link 2025-09-01T17:30Z 27.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Big Brett Yormark Bet Backfiring Is one of Brett Yormark's strongest convictions about the Big [--] in trouble Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly Realignment and College Football Content Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/John-Kurtz-4"
YouTube Link 2025-01-31T01:00Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Profanity Laced Clash: Lance Leipold v Joey McGuire; Who is Right Tensions boiled over after Texas Techs [----] win over Kansas when Jayhawks head coach Lance Leipold got into a profanity-laced confrontation with Red Raiders coach Joey McGuire at midfield. John breaks down what really happened between the two Big [--] coaches how the leagues new tortilla rule and fan penalties played into the chaos and why this feud says a lot about where the Big [--] is headed. If you want honest in-depth Big [--] football coverage every week subscribe to the channel and the Open for Business Big [--] newsletter at"
YouTube Link 2025-10-13T19:45Z 28K followers, [----] engagements
"Is an ACC-Big East Super League Coming The ACC looks like it's going to survive.but would it join forces with the Big East to create a Super League It has one major advocate right now. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news"
YouTube Link 2025-02-14T20:45Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"This Is The Legacy That Cartier Diarra Leaves At Kansas State We will all remember the good times with Cartier Diarra at K-State"
YouTube Link 2020-03-25T23:42Z 28K followers, [---] engagements
"National Media Slams the Big 12.and They Might be Right A prominent college football media member slams the Big [--] but he might have a point. Can the Big [--] program turn into Dabo Swinney's Clemson ESPN could save college football. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss"
YouTube Link 2025-02-27T00:01Z 23.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Michigan and USC Going Independent; Tony Petiti "Blowing Up" the Big Ten Tony Petittis controversial $2.4 billion Big Ten Enterprises private capital plan is tearing the league apart with USC and Michigan now questioning their future and even sparking talk of going independent. I break down how the 10% UC Investments stake the new grant of rights through [----] and uneven revenue shares create big winners and losers and why some insiders think its headed towards blowing things up. Then we dive into what Baylor AD Mack Rhoades stepping away from Baylor and the College Football Playoff selection"
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T01:29Z 29.7K followers, 11.8K engagements
"MAJOR Money Move: West Virginia Joins the Big [--] Arms Race West Virginia just made a major money move to keep pace in the Big [--] arms race. With Texas Tech BYU and Kansas already flexing their financial muscle WVUs Board of Governors has approved a new athletics funding plan to position the Mountaineers at the top tier of the conference. What does this mean for West Virginia football the Big [--] and the future of college athletics WVU approves new athletics funding resolution How West Virginia plans to compete financially in the Big [--] Why money and revenue sharing are critical in todays"
YouTube Link 2025-09-19T13:30Z 27.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Can the Big [--] Land Multiple Playoff Teams Does a path to multiple playoff teams still exist for the Big [--] Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly"
YouTube Link 2025-10-24T23:00Z 27.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Iowa State Utah Texas Tech: Big 12's Only Hope Is This a Two Bid League The Big 12s playoff hopes may already rest on just a few teamsIowa State Utah and Texas Tech. With K-State collapsing and Arizona State slipping is this league still alive for a multi-bid playoff run In this video we break down: Why Iowa States Cy-Hawk win proves the Cyclones are for real How Utah and Texas Tech can carry the Big 12s playoff chances What K-States collapse means for the leagues reputation Which dark horses (TCU Baylor Kansas BYU) could still surprise Whether the Big [--] can finally shake its national"
YouTube Link 2025-09-08T19:45Z 28.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Utah STOMPS Cincinnati; Utah/BYU/Tech Are All Playoff Teams Utah thumped Cincinnati tonight in Salt Lake City. Are the Utes legitimate playoff contenders Brendan Sorsby plays his worst game. ACC losses mean the Big [--] has a legit shot at two playoff teams. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here:"
YouTube Link 2025-11-02T06:00Z 29.3K followers, 13.9K engagements
"Arizona a Package Deal with ASU and Utah per ESPN's Pete Thamel ESPN's Pete Thamel and Wildcat Authority's Jason Scheer provide the latest details into Arizona's decision on the Big 12/Pac [--]. It sounds like the Wildcats may not be coming alone"
YouTube Link 2023-08-01T13:00Z 28.6K followers, 35K engagements
"Brett Yormarks Plan to Make the Big [--] Millions But Fans Will Hate It Big [--] Commissioner Brett Yormark has a new plan to make the conference millions of dollars but its already dividing fans. John Kurtz breaks down Yormarks push to expand the Big 12s global footprint through international games new TV rights deals and creative partnerships that could bring in massive revenue. From London to Mexico to streaming in Europe Yormark believes the Big [--] can win globally. But are these money moves good for college football John explains why fans may hate it while the Big 12s bottom line loves it."
YouTube Link 2025-10-24T17:14Z 27.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Wild Big [--] Playoff Projections: Did BYU-Tech Kill the Big 12s Two-Bid Dream Texas Tech just proved its a playoff-caliber team and the Big 12s national credibility jumped with it. We break down how Techs defense and week-to-week focus have elevated Joey McGuires squad what BYUs loss really means for the conferences two-bid hopes and why an epic first-round playoff matchup could be coming. Plus the ACCs nightmare weekend AP poll behavior on BYU vs Utah and fresh Big [--] power rankings. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to"
YouTube Link 2025-11-10T02:36Z 27.9K followers, [----] engagements
"BYU Deserves More Respect After ECU Win BYU football just delivered one of the most overlooked wins of the weekend dominating East Carolina [----] on the road. Freshman QB Bear Bachmeier stayed turnover-free once again while the Cougar defense has now allowed just one touchdown in [--] quarters. Yet despite starting the season [--] and showing toughness away from Provo BYU is still being ignored in the AP Top [--] and continues to fly under the radar nationally. Are voters and the media sleeping on BYU We break down why the Cougars deserve more respect what this means for the Big [--] and why Kalani"
YouTube Link 2025-09-22T13:30Z 27.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Brett Yormark Stands Tall Against SEC and Big Ten Pressure Yormark and Jim Phillips score a win against the SEC/Big Ten. Should you root for Notre Dame tomorrow Why you should worry about Coach Prime leaving Colorado. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow"
YouTube Link 2025-01-19T23:31Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Kenny Dillingham Turns Down Auburn and the SEC; He's Building a Monster Kenny Dillingham turns down Auburn and any other SEC or Big Ten interest. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel"
YouTube Link 2025-11-18T02:00Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Are BYU Cincinnati and Houston Hurting the Big 12's Image w/ Monster Seasons The Big 12s so-called bad additions BYU Cincinnati and Houston are running the league right now. Thats great for their fanbases but what does it mean for the Big 12s national perception When the new schools dominate and the legacy programs like K-State Oklahoma State Baylor and Iowa State fall behind it raises uncomfortable questions about the conferences reputation and playoff chances. John Kurtz breaks down how this power shift happened why it worries some Big [--] fans and what the national media will say if it"
YouTube Link 2025-10-27T23:30Z 27.6K followers, 10.9K engagements
"REPORT: Playoff Expanding to [--] or 16; [--] Auto Bids for SEC/B1G Ross Dellenger drops a bombshell article. Is BYU the Big [--] favorite in [----] Which Big [--] coach is under the most pressure in [----] Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking"
YouTube Link 2025-02-17T02:18Z 23.9K followers, [----] engagements
"How the Big [--] Won the Offseason The Big [--] is sitting pretty while the rest of the college football world burns. Ranking the top Big [--] coaches. What is the most valuable Big [--] program Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news"
YouTube Link 2025-07-28T01:35Z 27.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Brett Yormark Finally Explains the Big [--] Playoff Plan Brett Yormark joined the Triple Option podcast and gave his reasoning for creating and supporting the 5+11 playoff model. Full podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/college-sports-change-forever-brett-yormark-bruce-feldman/id1762533302i=1000712417924 Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open"
YouTube Link 2025-06-17T19:45Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Kirk Herbstreit is the WORST ESPN's Krik Herbstreit is the worst and was at the height of hypocrisy this weekend"
YouTube Link 2024-12-23T21:00Z 27.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Big [--] Expansion Update: Brett Yormark Speaks Brett Yormark gives a Big [--] expansion update calls out the SEC and Big Ten projects confidence in getting multiple teams into the playoff and talks private equity at Big [--] Basketball Media Days. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel"
YouTube Link 2024-10-22T17:15Z 28.6K followers, 18.2K engagements
"Texas Techs Week From Hell and What It Taught Us Texas Techs loss to Arizona State sent shockwaves through the Big [--] but are people overreacting John Kurtz breaks down what really happened in Tempe why Techs performance shouldnt end their playoff hopes and how injuries and slow starts have become part of the story. He also calls out the national media for dropping Texas Tech seven spots after a four-point road loss with a backup quarterback and explains why the Big [--] bias is still very real. Plus: what this means for Joey McGuire Will Hammond and Baron Morton as the Red Raiders look to"
YouTube Link 2025-10-21T23:00Z 27.7K followers, [----] engagements
"College Football Playoff Committee Member Speaks On Cincinnati College Football Playoff Committee Member Gene Taylor (K-State AD) gives his thoughts on Cincinnati and the selection process. Follow John Kurtz on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jlkurtz Follow John Kurtz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnkurtzshow/ Follow John Kurtz on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@johnkurtzshow"
YouTube Link 2021-11-02T13:00Z 28.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Kansas State Wildcats QB Coach Collin Klein Pre Texas Collin Klein on Skylar Thompsons running ability"
YouTube Link 2019-11-06T20:19Z 28.4K followers, [--] engagements
"Kalani Sitake Penn State Offer is Real; He Might be Gone The latest on Kalani Sitake and Penn State. Is it a done deal that he's leaving And could this be a huge turning point for the Cougars Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news"
YouTube Link 2025-12-02T00:05Z 28.8K followers, 12.2K engagements
"BYU STATEMENT Win in Pop-Tarts Bowl; Cougs Should Have Been in the Playoff and They Proved It Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly Realignment and"
YouTube Link 2025-12-28T16:51Z 28.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Is BYU the Big [--] Favorite in [----] Expectations are sky-high in Provo this year but should they actually be considered the Big [--] favorite Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel"
YouTube Link 2025-02-17T21:15Z 23.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Texas Tech-Utah the Big [--] Title Game ESPN's Shocking Prediction Texas Tech vs Utah might be the Big [--] game of the yearand it also features the best trenches matchup in college football. Utahs elite offensive tackles both potential first-round NFL picks will battle Texas Techs dominant defensive front that has mauled opponents all season. Add in Baron Mortons breakout start Utahs defensive consistency and all the Big [--] storylines swirling around these two programs and this clash has everything. Why Texas Tech vs Utah could decide the Big [--] race ESPNs confusing take: Tech ranked #1 Utah"
YouTube Link 2025-09-18T19:45Z 27.2K followers, [----] engagements
"INSANE BYU Comeback Win in [--] OT; Cougars Have Nine Lives BYU caps a double digit fourth quarter comeback with a win in double overtime. Wow. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel"
YouTube Link 2025-10-12T05:41Z 27.7K followers, 19.5K engagements
"Big 12s Old Guard Is Gone; Is It Tech and BYUs League Now Get Open For Business Big [--] Newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Timestamps 00:00 Intro: A completely new era of Big [--] football 01:51 Gundy Klieman Whittingham Campbell (and maybe Dillingham) are gone 02:37 Kalani Sitake and Dave Aranda become the veterans of the league 03:54 Young guns step in: Collin Klein Eric Morris Morgan Scalley Jimmy Rogers 04:39 Can the new coaches match the success of the old guard 05:32 Why Tech and BYU look like the new tent-pole programs 06:27 How Texas Tech dominated PFFs AllBig [--] team and BYUs 22"
YouTube Link 2025-12-15T23:01Z 28.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Big [--] Coaches Reveal Who Will Take Over the Big [--] Anonymous Big [--] coaches think two teams can run the league moving forward. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow"
YouTube Link 2025-06-08T14:01Z 27.4K followers, [----] engagements
"ESPN Says the SEC and Big Ten Are Ruining College Football Even ESPN has major concerns about what the SEC and Big Ten are doing in reaching for automatic bids in the College Football Playoff. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking"
YouTube Link 2025-02-20T20:45Z 24.1K followers, [----] engagements
"REPORT: Kyle Whittingham to Michigan is Possible Get the Open For Business Big [--] Newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Timestamps 00:00 Kyle Whittingham speaks and sure doesnt sound done with coaching 00:54 Context: Utah fans vs national reports on whether Whittingham was really retiring 01:37 Free agent in the portal: Whittingham jokes about being a coaching free agent 02:12 Dodging the were you pushed out question and what that really suggests 02:53 Gordon Monson report: Scalleys leverage and Utah boosters eager for a change 03:41 Why John respects how Whittingham handled an awkward"
YouTube Link 2025-12-22T14:30Z 28.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Brett Yormark Demands Justice for Arizona State Brett Yormark isn't happy about how the Arizona State-Texas game ended and he wants answers. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly Realignment and College Football Content Venmo:"
YouTube Link 2025-01-07T01:00Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"LSU and Penn State Poaching Big [--] Coaches Matt Campbell and Kenny Dillingham Big [--] coaches are on the hot boards at LSU and Penn State. Texas Tech and Houston go under the upset alert microscope. And College Gameday going to another Big [--] venue next week Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here:"
YouTube Link 2025-10-31T01:27Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"BYU Jumps Texas Tech as Big 12's Best; Can Tech Still Win the Big [--] BYU has officially taken the top spot in this weeks Big [--] Power Rankings but can the Cougars hold it John Kurtz breaks down why BYU jumped Texas Tech how Arizona States upset shakes up the Big [--] title race and which teams are rising fast (including Houston). Plus: what to make of Texas Techs loss Cincinnatis case for No. [--] and whether Baylor and TCU can be trusted down the stretch. Keywords: BYU football Big [--] Power Rankings Texas Tech football Arizona State football Cincinnati football Houston football Baylor football"
YouTube Link 2025-10-20T22:33Z 27.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Brett Yormarks Risky Move Could Save College Football The Big [--] has thrown its support behind the [--] + [--] playoff model with universal support. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel"
YouTube Link 2025-05-31T14:01Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Brett Yormark is a Part of the Problem I'm not on board with Brett Yormark's latest public stance. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly Realignment"
YouTube Link 2025-03-19T00:00Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"BYU Screwed by Playoff Committee and Notre Dame; Texas Tech Can Make the Top Four 📱 We break down the latest College Football Playoff rankings: why BYU got snubbed why Notre Dame looks overrated and how Texas Tech still has a clear path to the Top [--] and a first-round bye. We walk through the actual bracket explain why BYU and Oklahoma wouldnt make it despite top-12 spots (projected auto-bids for USF and Miami) and map the scenarios where Alabama or Georgia losses open the door for Tech. Plus how brand bias and strength of schedule impact BYU vs. ND Utah holding at [--] Cincinnati hanging at 25"
YouTube Link 2025-11-12T01:26Z 27.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Brett Yormark's Genius Uncovered Big [--] Deputy AD Tim Weiser details the stories behind some of Brett Yormark's most innovative ideas. Get Open For Business A Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly Realignment and College Football Content Venmo:"
YouTube Link 2024-07-19T19:30Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"The ACC is Spiraling.and the Big [--] Looks Stronger The ACC is sliding at the worst possible time. Miami has dropped two games as a double-digit favorite Louisville just took a gut-punch in OT and Clemson and Florida State are fighting to stay above .500. I break down why the ACC looks like a one-bid league how TV placement (ClemsonFSU on ACC Network) signals a brand dip and what this means for the Big 12s playoff positioning. Well cover the at-large math who Big [--] fans should root for and why Texas Techs surge changes national perception. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the"
YouTube Link 2025-11-12T00:30Z 27.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Why Brett Yormarks TV Gamble Makes Sense Brett Yormark upset some fans with his latest TV gamble. I agree with the fan frustration but I also think Yormark is in the right. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the"
YouTube Link 2025-02-07T14:01Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"LIVE: Details On Why The Big [--] Hired Brett Yormark As Commissioner The Big [--] nailed this hire and The Athletic details why. We break down all angles of the Big 12's new commissioner and what it means for the league moving forward"
YouTube Link 2022-06-30T01:14Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"LIVE: Proof That Venables Will Be A Great Head Coach Oklahoma fan boys are at it again. Mike Gundy has a conference realignment theory. K-State loses its best basketball player. KU has a great shot at a national title. 0:00: Intro 5:55: OU Fans/Media Can't Let Lincoln Go 20:50: Mike Gundy Realignment Theory 26:00: New Study on Realignment 34:20: Big [--] NCAA Tourney Wrap Up"
YouTube Link 2022-04-01T14:21Z 28K followers, [----] engagements
"National Media Agrees: BYU Has the Big 12's Best Stadium; Here's the Proof The national media finally agrees BYU has the best stadium and atmosphere in the Big [--]. John Kurtz breaks down why LaVell Edwards Stadium ranks ahead of every other Big [--] venue how national outlets like The Athletic and ESPN personalities reacted to the Holy War atmosphere and why Provo delivers one of the most unique game-day experiences in all of college football. From the mountain backdrop to Cosmos in-game performances and the nonstop crowd energy this is proof that BYUs home-field advantage is unmatched."
YouTube Link 2025-10-24T19:45Z 28K followers, 14.2K engagements
"TCU HUMILIATES North Carolina and Ruins ESPN's Bill Belichick Love Fest TCU absolutely destroys North Carolina in Chapel Hill in front of the entire country. Are they a Big [--] contender What does it mean for the Big [--] as a whole Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college"
YouTube Link 2025-09-02T03:04Z 28K followers, 14.6K engagements
"Stanford and Cal Heading Back to the Pac [--] The Pac [--] is expanding and raiding the Mountain West but are they coming for Cal and Stanford next Full article: https://sports.yahoo.com/after-latest-realignment-moves-which-other-schools-will-the-pac-12-try-to-scoop-up-182233033.html Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news"
YouTube Link 2024-09-13T00:24Z 29.5K followers, 46.9K engagements
"National Reporter Has Definitive Proof BYU Should be in the Playoff + Why Yormark is Quiet Right Now Why isnt there a louder national push for BYU in the College Football Playoff race In this video I break down why the Big 12s strategy may be happening more behind the scenes than on social media how BYUs blind resume stacks up against ACC contenders like Miami and why that brutal community note under the ACC tweet exposed the narrative. Ill walk through BYUs wins strength of schedule strength of record and what a conference title game berth would mean for their at-large hopes. Plus we dive"
YouTube Link 2025-11-27T02:18Z 28.2K followers, 13.9K engagements
"Big [--] vs. Notre Dame: The Shocking Outcome The Big [--] scores a big win over Notre Dame. Did a Big [--] coach take a shot at.the Big [--] ACC/Big East Super League Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel"
YouTube Link 2025-02-14T02:22Z 23.9K followers, [----] engagements
"ACC Coach Admits the Big [--] is Better The Big [--] just proved once again its stronger than the ACCboth on the field and in the numbers. UCF dominated North Carolina [---]. TCU beat SMU [----]. Baylor already beat SMU earlier this season. West Virginia took down Pitt. BYU crushed Stanford. The only loss Colorado by a single score to Georgia Tech. Thats a [--] record for the Big [--] vs the ACC in [----]. Even ACC defenders and SMUs own head coach Rhett Lashlee were forced to admit the truth: the Big [--] is the better league right now. From UCF dismantling UNC to TCU outclassing SMU the depth of the Big 12"
YouTube Link 2025-09-22T19:45Z 28.1K followers, [----] engagements
"WILD Houston Win over Arizona; TCU-Baylor Marathon; TCU Title Contenders The early window saw Houston outlast Arizona to get to 6-1. Could the Cougars be a nine or ten win team And TCU unleashes its run game (finally) on Baylor. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college"
YouTube Link 2025-10-18T20:47Z 27.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Reporter: College Football Turning Into Pro Wrestling Thanks to the SEC and Big Ten A stream of national reporters bashed the SEC and Big Ten's move to push for four automatic playoff bids ever year. One suggested they're turning the sport into pro wrestling. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here:"
YouTube Link 2025-02-21T20:45Z 23.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Budget Crisis Hits the Big [--] Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here: https://johnkurtzofb.myswaggymerch.com/#/ Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly Realignment and College Football Content Venmo:"
YouTube Link 2025-07-29T23:30Z 28K followers, [----] engagements
"BYU/Utah Still OUT of the Playoff in New Rankings; SEC/Notre Dame Keeping Them Out; Is There Hope BYU and Utah are the last two teams out of the College Football Playoff field in the latest rankings. It seems like the committee is waiting to pull the wool over the Big 12's eyes here. Texas Tech is up to five. Do they have a path into the top four Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below"
YouTube Link 2025-11-19T14:01Z 28K followers, [----] engagements
"Farmageddon Banned Big [--] Rivalries Under Fire 0:00 - 5:40 - Reece Davis Report 5:40 - 6:55 - Seat Geek 5:40 - End - Why Would They Do This Reece Davis with a shocking report on the Farmageddon rivalry between K-State and Iowa State in the Big [--]. Use code KURTZ for $20 off your first SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KURTZ Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just"
YouTube Link 2025-08-29T23:01Z 28.3K followers, [---] engagements
"AP Poll Hates Big [--] (Cincy); But Leaves Door Open for [--] Big [--] Playoff Teams The AP Poll strikes again and Cincinnati got robbed. Despite dominating Iowa State and sitting at 5-1 the Bearcats are still unranked while less-proven teams sneak into the Top [--]. Its another example of national voters ignoring the Big [--]. John breaks down why Cincinnati deserves a spot how Texas Tech BYU Arizona State and Iowa State stack up in the latest rankings and why this chaos might actually help the Big [--] long-term when it comes to the College Football Playoff. Cincinnati Football Big [--] Football AP Poll"
YouTube Link 2025-10-06T17:45Z 27.5K followers, [----] engagements
"How Depleted Will K-State's Secondary Be At OU K-State defensive coordinator Joe Klanderman meets with the media before K-State's road trip to Oklahoma"
YouTube Link 2020-09-24T20:22Z 27.5K followers, [---] engagements
"Indiana Just Proved Its Possible; The Big [--] Can Win a National Title Indiana going from bottom-feeder to wrecking everyone on the way to a national title game should give every Big [--] fan real hope. If Indiana can do it why cant Texas Tech BYU Arizona State Oklahoma State and others in the new Big [--] In this video I break down why this chaotic NIL/portal era actually raises the ceiling for nonpower two programs and how the right coach plus targeted spending can flip a program almost overnight. Well hit: Why Indianas run changes the conversation for every have-not in college football How the"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T14:31Z 29.3K followers, [---] engagements
"James Franklins $49 Million Firing: What it Means for the Big [--] The Big Ten is finalizing a $2 billion private capital deal and it just helped explain one of the wildest days in college football. With James Franklin fired at Penn State and multiple coaching jobs opening across the country John breaks down how the Big Tens new money pipeline gives its programs a massive advantage over the Big [--] what this means for buyouts and how private capital could reshape the future of college sports. Keywords: Big Ten football Big [--] football James Franklin fired Penn State football Big Ten private"
YouTube Link 2025-10-14T13:31Z 29.6K followers, [----] engagements
"BYU vs. Notre Dame in a Playoff Game Here's What Vegas Says Would Happen Vegas finally shows respect for the Big [--]. We break down hypothetical playoff lines and power ratings for BYU vs Notre Dame and Texas Tech vs Oregon why Utah at [--] matters and what the latest College Football Playoff rankings mean for the leagues path to multiple playoff wins. If youre a Big [--] fan this is your guide to what the odds really say. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens."
YouTube Link 2025-11-07T20:01Z 27.7K followers, [----] engagements
"The Poll That Proves Brett Yormark Was Right Use code KURTZ for $20 off your first SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KURTZ Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Brett Yormark gets the last laugh after the release of the coaches poll. Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Get John Kurtz and Open For Business merch here:"
YouTube Link 2025-08-11T23:30Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
"BYU vs Notre Dame: The Resume ESPN Wont Show You BYU is 11-1 with a stronger College Football Playoff resume than brands like Notre Dame and Alabama in several key metrics but youd never know it from the way ESPN and the national media talk about the at-large race. In this video I break down BYUs playoff case vs Notre Dame Alabama Miami Vanderbilt Texas and Oklahoma how an ESPN graphic literally erased BYU from the conversation why the eye test only seems to get used against the Cougars and why this years BYU team is nothing like last years as they head into the Big [--] title game. Get Open"
YouTube Link 2025-12-02T00:30Z 28.4K followers, 15K engagements
"Will BYU and Utah Survive Having Staff and Players Raided by Kyle Whittingham Will BYU and Utah Survive Having Staff and Players Raided by Kyle Whittingham BYU and Utah are finally finding out what life is like as true national winners and that means watching Kyle Whittingham and Michigan circle their staffs and rosters. In this episode John explains why Jay Hill to Michigan is actually a sign of BYUs rise why both BYU and Utah are better positioned than ever to withstand staff raids and what Whittingham really said about his Utah exit and his plans for building a state of Utah super staff in"
YouTube Link 2025-12-29T02:22Z 28.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Brett Yormark Has a Big Problem On His Hands; Big [--] AD Unleashes For the second time this year Big [--] Commissioner Brett Yormark is dealing with an AD tirade about the same issue. How will he handle it Get Open For Business a Big [--] newsletter sending the key headlines interviews and my analysis straight to your inbox. No more college football news through an SEC/Big Ten lens. If you're a Big [--] fan (or just curious) sign up below https://bit.ly/OFBNews12YT Dont miss college football and realignment breaking news Subscribe to the channel https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Support Weekly"
YouTube Link 2025-02-03T20:45Z 28.6K followers, [----] engagements
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