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Ranking BYU Sports by Revenue in Their First Big 12 Season BYU’s debut season in the Big 12 came with strong financial results, with football leading the way in revenue generation. Here’s a look at how their sports programs rank by revenue and overall financial impact. 1. Football Football is by far BYU’s top revenue-generating sport. It brings in over 60% of the school’s athletic revenue and operates with a healthy profit margin. Ticket sales, media rights, and merchandise drive most of this income. 2. Men’s Basketball Men’s basketball ranks second. It contributes a solid portion to the overall revenue…

Anonymous Coach Calls BYU ‘Legit Power’ in the Big 12 The respect for BYU football continues to grow across the Big 12 landscape, and now it’s coming from a surprising source—behind the curtain. In a recent anonymous coaches roundtable conducted by a national outlet, one rival Big 12 coach didn’t hold back in praising the Cougars, saying, “BYU is a legit power now in this league. They’re physical, well-coached, and tough to beat when they’re rolling.” That kind of praise, especially from an anonymous peer, speaks volumes about how far BYU has come since joining the Big 12.…

Here are 10 can’t-miss games in the 2025 Big 12 season, arranged by impact and excitement: 1. Iowa State @ Kansas State – Week 0 (Dublin, Aug 23) A season opener in Dublin featuring two conference contenders—an international atmosphere and early test. 2. Auburn @ Baylor – Week 1 Non-conference clash with SEC implications. Baylor’s late-season momentum meets Auburn’s rebuilt squad. 3. Kansas @ Missouri – Week 2 The Border War resumes after a long break. Intensity, bragging rights, and potential playoff résumé boost. 4. Texas Tech @ Utah – Week 4 Pivotal title-race duel. Two strong West…

Lane Kiffin’s Strikeout Steals Spotlight in Ole Miss Celebrity Softball Game Lane Kiffin, head coach of the Ole Miss Rebels football team, had a moment to remember — or perhaps forget — during a recent celebrity softball game held on campus. The event, part of a charity fundraiser to support NIL efforts through the Grove Collective, featured various Ole Miss coaches and celebrities in a lighthearted competition. But it was Kiffin’s at-bat in the second inning that quickly went viral. Facing off against Ole Miss women’s basketball head coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin, Kiffin worked the count to 2-2 before…

Ole Miss Lands 4-Star DT JaMarkus Pittman Ole Miss football has just scored a big commitment as defensive tackle JaMarkus Pittman officially joined the Rebels’ 2027 class. Ratings & size: Pittman, a 4-star recruit from Memphis Academy of Science & Engineering, stands at 6’5″ and weighs 300 pounds. He’s ranked No. 5 in Tennessee and as a top-105 national prospect . Recruitment shape: Pittman chose Ole Miss over offers from Mississippi State, Arkansas, Florida, Florida State, Boston College, and others . Why Pittman Matters He brings rare combination of size and athleticism to Ole Miss’s defensive…

Lane Kiffin Shows Support for Tennessee Baseball During Super Regional Ole Miss football coach Lane Kiffin showed some unexpected support for his former team this weekend. He publicly revealed that he was rooting for Tennessee baseball in their NCAA Super Regional matchup against Arkansas. Kiffin used social media, asking his followers: *“Who are you pulling for in the Tennessee/Arkansas series?”* . He made it clear he was hoping for a Tennessee win. This choice makes sense considering his background. Kiffin was Tennessee’s head football coach back in 2009 and still has ties to the area. Why…

Coveted Ole Miss Football Target Takes Official Visit to Big Ten Program Ole Miss offensive line target Ryan Miret, a 4-star interior lineman from Miami Southridge High School, recently took an official visit to Nebraska before his scheduled visit to Ole Miss during June 13–15 . Miret, ranked among the top 50 IOL prospects for 2026, has been drawing attention from several major programs. After receiving an offer from Ole Miss in January, he made an unofficial spring visit, and now he’s officially visiting Nebraska from June 6–8 before heading to Oxford . His recruitment also includes…

Ole Miss Mailbag: Transfer Portal What-Ifs, Sports Outlook, and More The transfer portal continues to shake up college sports, and Ole Miss isn’t immune to the ripple effects. In this week’s mailbag, we break down key what-ifs, updates across Rebel athletics, and what fans should keep an eye on moving forward. Transfer Portal What-Ifs: One of the biggest questions fans are asking: What if Ole Miss had landed a few of its top portal targets? The Rebels were in the mix for several high-profile players this offseason but lost out to programs like Florida State and Texas. While…

Abram Eisenhower Stands Out at Ole Miss Friday Night Lights Camp Offensive line prospect Abram Eisenhower made a strong impression at the Ole Miss Friday Night Lights camp. The 2027 recruit, who plays at Lowndes High School, stood out during drills and one-on-one matchups, showing strength, quick feet, and solid technique. Coaches took notice of how he handled tough defensive players with patience and power. His performance was strong enough that Ole Miss offered him a scholarship on the spot. Eisenhower already holds several offers, but this one from Ole Miss could be a key moment in…

Ole Miss Extends Offer to Top‑10 Running Back Damarius Yates Ole Miss running back coach Kevin Smith and head coach Lane Kiffin have offered a scholarship to Damarius Yates, a four-star, top‑10 running back in the 2026 recruiting class. Yates, from Kemper County High School in Mississippi, burst onto the national scene with a stellar junior-year performance and an official visit to Oxford this spring . 👤 Who Is Damarius Yates? Standout mix: 5-foot-10, 180 pounds, with 1,339 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns on the ground in 2024. Threat as a receiver: added 30 catches for 453…