OOF: Rob Wright III, Anthony Roy USED BYU, Oklahoma State for NIL Exploitation, Money Grubbers
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The Locked On Big 12 podcast dives into the fallout of President Trump's executive order restricting college athlete transfers to once every five years, sparking debate over enforcement, fairness, and the future of the transfer portal. The hosts examine high-profile cases like Anthony Roy and Rob Wright III, who exploited NIL opportunities by transferring multiple times for financial gain, highlighting how the current system rewards athletes who prioritize money over loyalty. The discussion shifts to the controversial idea of adding UConn to the Big 12 as a basketball-only member, with passionate arguments on both sides: some see it as a necessary boost to national relevance and revenue, while others fear it undermines the conference’s regional identity. The episode also features a lively baseball segment, where the hosts debate which team truly dominates the Big 12 in the sport, with West Virginia, Arizona State, and Oklahoma State all making strong cases. Despite the chaos, the show maintains its signature energy, blending humor, sports analysis, and real-time commentary on the evolving landscape of college athletics.
The Trump executive order limiting transfers to once every five years is unlikely to be enforced due to legal challenges and lack of clear oversight.
Athletes like Rob Wright III and Anthony Roy exemplify the current NIL-driven transfer culture, prioritizing financial gain over institutional loyalty.
Adding UConn as a basketball-only member could elevate the Big 12’s national profile but risks undermining its regional identity.
West Virginia and Oklahoma State are emerging as top baseball programs in the Big 12, with strong pitching and offensive depth.
The Big 12’s expansion has made it a national conference, but regional cohesion is now a major point of contention among fans and analysts.
The Transfer Portal Crisis & Trump's Executive Order
“This isn't going to happen anymore, right? Seven schools, seven years. But then you look into a little bit more, and this isn't going to take effect until August 1st.”
Rob Wright III and the NIL Exploitation Debate
“It's because of Rob Wright. Cause now he's back in the portal and apparently he's looking for even more money this coming year.”
UConn in the Big 12: National Cachet vs. Regional Identity
“This is not what conferences are supposed to be about. Right? This is a regional area of teams that play together that elevate or don't elevate.”
Big 12 Baseball: West Virginia, Arizona State, and Oklahoma State
A spirited debate over which Big 12 team is truly the baseball powerhouse, with West Virginia’s strong pitching and Oklahoma State’s home run machine leading the conversation.
The Future of the Big 12: Expansion, Identity, and Fan Sentiment
The hosts reflect on the conference’s transformation, acknowledging that the 'toothpaste is out of the tube' and that survival now requires bold moves, even if they challenge tradition.
“This is not what conferences are supposed to be about. Right? This is a regional area of teams that play together that elevate or don't elevate.”
“It's because of Rob Wright. Cause now he's back in the portal and apparently he's looking for even more money this coming year.”
“The toothpaste is already out of the tube. That's the problem is I would love to agree. If it's up to me, Houston would be a Big 12 school.”
Hosts
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UConn
organization
Oklahoma State
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West Virginia
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Drake Tull
person
BYU
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Jake Hatch
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Arizona State
organization
Trump
person
Cody Stovall
person
Phillip Mulford
person
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WEIRD: Big 12 Fans Rooting AGAINST Arizona In March Madness, Final Four Have It ALL Wrong
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BEEF: Brett Yormark Just SNAPPED At Texas Tech, Cody Campbell, Blowing Off Big 12 Fans for FOX, ESPN
Locked On Big 12 | Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast • 10m • 4/2/2026
FEUD: Texas Tech Threatening to LEAVE Big 12 May FINALLY Wake Brett Yormark Up In Cody Campbell Beef
Locked On Big 12 | Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast • 27m • 4/3/2026
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