Big 12 Football Power Rankings: Week 7 Reset

Week 8 Big 12 Power Rankings

1. Texas Tech Red Raiders (6-0, 3-0 B12) The Red Raiders crushed Kansas 42-17 to remain perfect overall and in league play. With a potent offense and a rapidly improving defense, Texas Tech is built like a contender and is now the most complete team in the Big 12. Next Week: at #21 Arizona State
2. BYU Cougars (6-0, 3-0 B12) The Cougars survived a nail-biter against rival Arizona, 31-28, to stay undefeated. While the margin was too close for comfort, winning ugly is the BYU way. Their 3-0 league record keeps them squarely in the hunt for the Big 12 Championship. Next Week: vs. #23 Utah
3. Cincinnati Bearcats (5-2, 3-0 B12) Three conference games, three wins for the Bearcats. They suffocated UCF 20-11 on the road and are the last remaining 3-0 team alongside BYU and Texas Tech. Cincinnati is proving to be the real deal under Coach Satterfield. Next Week: vs. UCF
4. Utah Utes (5-2, 3-1 B12) The Utes delivered a massive statement, dominating rival Arizona State 42-10 in a crucial conference matchup. Utah’s physicality is unmatched, and they now have the best overall profile among the one-loss group. Next Week: at #18 BYU
5. Arizona State Sun Devils (4-3, 2-1 B12) The Sun Devils took a tough loss to Utah, 42-10, which drops them a few spots. However, they still own a respectable 2-1 league record, and they have the chance for a huge rebound win this week against the top-ranked Red Raiders. Next Week: vs. #9 Texas Tech
6. Arizona Wildcats (5-2, 2-2 B12) Arizona showed their strength by beating Baylor 41-13 on the road. Despite the tough loss to BYU, this team’s offense is dangerous, and their 2-2 conference record keeps them in the conversation. Next Week: vs. #18 BYU
7. Iowa State Cyclones (5-2, 2-2 B12) The biggest faller of the week. The Cyclones lost their undefeated status in a shocking upset to Colorado, 24-17. Their defense struggled against the ground game, leading to their second straight loss. They must regroup quickly. Next Week: vs. Colorado
8. Kansas State Wildcats (3-4, 2-2 B12) The Wildcats get a huge home win over TCU, 41-28, showing signs of life and moving their conference record to 2-2. They desperately needed this one to keep their season alive. Next Week: at Colorado
9. Baylor Bears (4-3, 2-2 B12) The Bears had a rough week, losing 41-13 to Arizona. The inconsistent performances continue, but with a 2-2 conference record, they still have an opportunity to climb back up. Next Week: vs. TCU
10. Kansas Jayhawks (4-3, 2-2 B12) The Jayhawks were crushed by Texas Tech, 42-17, suffering their second consecutive loss. Their path to the Big 12 Championship game gets much harder now. Next Week: at Oklahoma State
11. TCU Horned Frogs (4-3, 1-3 B12) TCU drops another one, falling 41-28 to Kansas State. The Frogs are struggling to find consistency in their new league, sitting at 1-3 in conference play. Next Week: at Baylor
12. Colorado Buffaloes (3-4, 1-3 B12) Coach Prime gets a massive, season-defining win, shocking Iowa State 24-17. This victory snaps their losing streak and gives them their first conference win. The Buffaloes are alive! Next Week: vs. Kansas State
13. Oklahoma State Cowboys (2-5, 1-3 B12) The Cowboys finally get a conference win, beating Houston 39-17. While the season has been rough, this win gives them momentum and hope for the back half of the schedule. Next Week: vs. Kansas
14. Houston Cougars (4-3, 1-3 B12) The Cougars suffered a tough 39-17 road loss to Oklahoma State. After their 4-0 start, they have now lost three straight and need a big win to stop the bleeding. Next Week: vs. Arizona
15. UCF Knights (3-4, 0-4 B12) UCF has fallen hard. They suffer their fourth straight loss, falling to Cincinnati 20-11. Next Week: Bye
16. West Virginia Mountaineers (2-5, 0-4 B12) West Virginia drops to the bottom with a 0-4 conference record. They had a bye this week, but the brutal start to the season keeps them at the bottom. Next Week: Bye

Week 8: The Championship Picture Takes Shape

The next slate of games is absolutely crucial, featuring three high-stakes matchups with conference title implications.

• Baylor vs. TCU (Saturday, 9:00 AM ET, ESPN2) – A huge rivalry game for bowl eligibility.
• Arizona at Houston (Saturday, 9:00 AM ET, FS1)
• Cincinnati at UCF (Saturday, 12:00 PM ET, FOX)
• Kansas at Oklahoma State (Saturday, 3:30 PM ET, ESPN)
• #9 Texas Tech at #21 Arizona State (Saturday, 4:00 PM ET, FOX) – Undefeated leader faces the defending champion.
• #18 BYU at #23 Utah (Saturday, 8:00 PM ET, FOX) – The Holy War: Undefeated vs. Physical Dominance.
• Kansas State at Colorado (Saturday, 10:15 PM ET, ESPN)