BIG 12 BEST BETS: BYU Slams Colorado, Utah Over West Virginia, TCU Upsets Arizona State, Kansas?
BIG 12 BEST BETS: BYU Slams Colorado, Utah Over West Virginia, TCU Upsets Arizona State, Kansas?  
Podcast: Locked On Big 12 | Daily College Football & Basketball Podcast
Published On: Thu Sep 25 2025
Description: This weekend's Big 12 football slate is a perfect microcosm of the conference's current identity: deep, unpredictable, and loaded with games that have major implications for the league's championship race. After a wild weekend that saw Texas Tech dismantle Utah and Mike Gundy lose his job, the drama only intensifies in Week 5.Here are the key matchups highlighting how good the slate is:Top 25 Showdown: TCU at Arizona State (Friday)The weekend kicks off with a ranked showdown on Friday night. No. 24 TCU travels to Tempe to take on defending Big 12 champion Arizona State. This game is a pivotal early-season test for both. TCU is looking to prove its undefeated record is legitimate, while Arizona State is trying to hold serve at home and climb the rankings. This is a crucial early marker for the title race.Undefeated Battle: Arizona at No. 14 Iowa StateTwo undefeated teams clash in Ames as Arizona (3-0) visits No. 14 Iowa State (4-0). Iowa State's physical defense against Arizona's high-flying offense, led by quarterback Noah Fifita, makes this a must-watch. The winner moves to the front of the line of Big 12 title contenders and solidifies their spot in the national conversation.Rivalry and Ranking Drama: No. 25 BYU at ColoradoThe rivalry between No. 25 BYU and Colorado has been reignited, and this game in Boulder is going to be electric. BYU, despite its strong start, is on upset alert facing a Colorado team with nothing to lose in a hostile environment. With BYU's stout defense against Colorado's explosive plays, this late-night game on ESPN has all the makings of a classic.High-Stakes Intrigue: Utah at West VirginiaA fascinating bounce-back game for both teams. Utah travels to West Virginia needing a win to avoid an 0-2 start in the Big 12 after its stunning loss to Texas Tech. Meanwhile, West Virginia is looking to reset its own season after a disappointing defeat to Kansas. This game will reveal which program has the mental toughness to correct course early in the season.The slate is defined by high-stakes matchups where nearly every outcome will shake up the conference standings and create significant movement in the AP Poll.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots. Get the favorites you love or be bold and try something new in-store and online at https://www.5hourENERGY.com or Amazon today.  SquareTo learn more, go support your favorite neighborhood spot and see what Square has been up to in your neck of the woods. And then if you have extra time, check out https://square.com/go/lockedoncollegeThe Game CapGrab your team’s classic bar or retro circle designed hat and use code LOCKEDON for an exclusive discount. Head to Because legends wear The Game. Head to https://thegamecaps.com DoorDashWith DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.MazdaIt’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle. Mazda. Move and Be Moved. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at https://www.monarchmoney.com/lockedoncollege for 50% off your first year.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.