After a decisive Week 11, where Texas Tech delivered a massive statement, BYU lost its perfect season, and two key bowl-eligibility teams secured their sixth wins, the conference is in a frenzy heading into the final two weeks.
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Big 12 Power Rankings: Week 11 Shakes the Top Tier
The Week 11 Scoreboard Highlights
- #8 Texas Tech 29, #7 BYU 7 (Red Raiders crush the undefeated Cougars in Lubbock)
- Houston 30, UCF 27 (Cougars win a tight Friday night battle)
- Arizona 24, Kansas 20 (Wildcats secure bowl eligibility on the road)
- Iowa State 20, TCU 17 (Cyclones win another close one to reach six wins)
- West Virginia 29, Colorado 22 (Mountaineers win a critical road game)
The Big 12 Power Rankings
Tier 1: The Championship Frontrunners
- Texas Tech Red Raiders (9-1, 6-1 B12) The Red Raiders delivered the most definitive win of the year, dismantling previously undefeated BYU 29-7. Their defense was absolutely dominant, holding BYU to a season-low 255 yards of total offense. With six conference wins, Texas Tech is the clear favorite to reach the Big 12 Championship. Next Week: vs. UCF (Saturday, 3:30 PM ET, FOX)
- BYU Cougars (8-1, 5-1 B12) The Cougars suffered a massive setback in Lubbock. Their perfect season is over, and the offense struggled mightily against the Texas Tech front seven. However, their 5-1 conference record and strong overall resume keep them in the top two, but they need to rebound immediately. Next Week: vs. TCU (Saturday, 10:15 PM ET, ESPN)
- Cincinnati Bearcats (7-2, 5-1 B12) The Bearcats were on a bye week, which proved beneficial as they climbed the rankings without playing. They remain tied with BYU for the second-best conference record and have a huge opportunity this week. Next Week: vs. Arizona (Saturday, 12:00 PM ET, FS1)
Tier 2: Contenders Still Alive
- Utah Utes (7-2, 4-2 B12) The Utes were on a bye week and benefited from the chaos above them. Their two losses are to Texas Tech and BYU, and they are now focused solely on winning out to secure a potential tiebreaker advantage for the Big 12 Championship Game. Next Week: at Baylor (Saturday, 7:00 PM ET, ESPN2)
- Houston Cougars (8-2, 5-2 B12) The Cougars rebounded from their upset loss with a hard-fought 30-27 win over UCF. This team is built to grind out victories and quietly owns an 8-2 overall record, which keeps them relevant. Next Week: BYE
- Arizona State Sun Devils (6-3, 4-2 B12) The Sun Devils were on a bye week after their upset of Texas Tech. Their strong second half puts them in the title mix, and they can secure bowl eligibility this week. Next Week: vs. West Virginia (Saturday, 1:00 PM ET, TNT/HBO Max)
- Arizona Wildcats (6-3, 3-3 B12) The Wildcats secured their sixth win and bowl eligibility with a gutsy 24-20 win over Kansas on the road. This is a massive win for the program and vaults them into the crowded middle tier. Next Week: at #25 Cincinnati (Saturday, 12:00 PM ET, FS1)
Tier 3: The Bowl Eligibility Fight
- Iowa State Cyclones (6-4, 3-4 B12) The Cyclones secured their sixth win and bowl eligibility with a massive 20-17 upset over TCU. This win snaps a four-game skid and completely changes the outlook for their season. Next Week: BYE
- TCU Horned Frogs (6-3, 3-3 B12) The Horned Frogs suffered a shocking 20-17 loss at home to Iowa State. They are now 6-3 overall, but the loss puts their championship hopes in serious jeopardy. They need a strong performance this week. Next Week: at #7 BYU (Saturday, 10:15 PM ET, ESPN)
- Baylor Bears (5-4, 3-3 B12) The Bears were on a bye week but are still fighting for their sixth win. They have a tough challenge this week against Utah. Next Week: vs. #13 Utah (Saturday, 7:00 PM ET, ESPN2)
- Kansas Jayhawks (5-5, 3-4 B12) The Jayhawks lost a tough one to Arizona, 24-20, keeping them stuck on five wins. They need one more win over their final two games to secure bowl eligibility. Next Week: BYE
- Kansas State Wildcats (4-5, 3-3 B12) The Wildcats suffered a blowout loss to Texas Tech, 43-20. They need two more wins to reach bowl eligibility with three games left. Next Week: at Oklahoma State (Saturday, 12:00 PM ET, ESPNU)
Tier 4: Focus on the Rebuild
- West Virginia Mountaineers (4-6, 2-5 B12) West Virginia won a critical road game against Colorado, 29-22. They now have four wins and still have an outside shot at achieving bowl eligibility. Next Week: at Arizona State (Saturday, 1:00 PM ET, TNT/HBO Max)
- UCF Knights (4-5, 1-5 B12) UCF lost a tough one in the Space Game to Houston, 30-27, dropping them below .500. They need two more wins to reach bowl eligibility with three games remaining. Next Week: at Texas Tech (Saturday, 3:30 PM ET, FOX)
- Colorado Buffaloes (3-7, 1-6 B12) The Buffaloes lost to West Virginia, 29-22, and are now mathematically eliminated from bowl contention. Next Week: BYE
- Oklahoma State Cowboys (1-8, 0-6 B12) The Cowboys lost big to Kansas, 38-21, and remain winless in the conference. Their season is lost. Next Week: vs. Kansas State (Saturday, 12:00 PM ET, ESPNU)
Week 12 Preview: The Big 12 Championship Deciders
Week 12 features the final push for the Big 12 Championship game spots:
- #7 BYU at TCU (Saturday, 10:15 PM ET, ESPN): BYU must win to stay in control of the title race.
- #8 Texas Tech vs. UCF (Saturday, 3:30 PM ET, FOX): Texas Tech tries to avoid a late-season stumble.
- #13 Utah at Baylor (Saturday, 7:00 PM ET, ESPN2): Utah needs a win to keep their title hopes alive.
- Arizona at #25 Cincinnati (Saturday, 12:00 PM ET, FS1): Cincinnati tries to stay in the top three.
Check out the highlights from the monumental win for Texas Tech: Texas Tech vs. BYU Game Highlights | 2025 Big 12 Football. This video showcases the key moments from the Red Raiders’ dominant performance over the Cougars.
