Big 12 begins to live up to its billing with top teams rising
The Big 12, formed from the Big Eight and half the Southwest Conference, shows depth as half the league is ranked and three teams sit in the top 10. Mack Brown says the league is coming into its own after two difficult years of merging two competitive recruiting bases. Oklahoma State, Kansas State, Texas Tech and others face tough schedules as the league tightens, with contenders like Oklahoma State and Missouri focusing on winning key late-season games.
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League honors West Holdman Gramatica
Missouri running back Devin West rushed 40 times for 252 yards and two scores to earn Big 12 offensive player of the week. Warrick Holdman of Texas A M led his defense with eight tackles a sack two tackles for loss and a fumble recovery for a touchdown in a 28 21 win over Nebraska. Martin Gramatica of Kansas State kicked three field goals to become the school’s all time scoring leader.
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New Big 12 commissioner Weiberg speaks on futures
DAtlas reports Kevin Weiberg, the new Big 12 commissioner and former Big Ten deputy, outlined major college athletics issues including post season football, NCAA governance, and access for women. He backed the bowl system and the Bowl Championship Series and noted the conference unity shaping the sport's future as he prepares to assume duties in January.
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Tech earns ranking with comeback win over Oklahoma State
Texas Tech improved to No. 22 after a 24-17 comeback over Oklahoma State. Nathan Simmons powered OSU to a 10-0 lead before Tech’s defense and offense rallied with a fumble return, a blocked punt setup, and two pass TDs from Rob Peters. Ricky Williams added 97 rushing yards as Tech stayed undefeated.
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OSU coach defends yanking Lindsay in Texas Tech game
OSU coach Bob Simmons faced questions about pulling quarterback Tony Lindsay during the Texas Tech loss. Lindsay, a sophomore, says he must relax and enjoy the game as he learns under pressure. OSU’s record slid to 2-3 overall, 1-2 in the Big 12 after a stronger 8-4 finish last season.
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