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WILD: Move Over BYU, Texas Tech NIL and Say Hello to West Virginia, Oklahoma State Football Spenders
The 2026 NIL landscape has shifted the balance of power in the Big 12, as Oklahoma State and West Virginia have executed a massive financial pivots to leapfrog established spenders like Texas Tech and BYU. While the Red Raiders and Cougars dominated the early NIL era, the "Pokes" and "Mountaineers" have recently tapped into deep-pocketed alumni networks to create a new tier of spending. Oklahoma State has signaled its "all-in" mentality with an estimated $55 million in collective NIL spending for 2026. This surge was catalyzed by a culture shift in Stillwater; after Mike Gundy famously took a $1 million pay cut to seed NIL funds, the "Pokes with a Purpose" collective saw record-breaking donor participation. This war chest was the primary engine behind the shocking commitment of Audi Crooks, who reportedly commanded a package exceeding $500,000—a figure previously unheard of for a single women’s basketball transfer at OSU. Similarly, West Virginia has utilized the "Country Roads Trust" to reach an $8–$9 million threshold for basketball alone, placing them in the nation's top tier. This investment allowed the Mountaineers to secure elite talent like Sam Leavitt ($4M valuation) and compete directly with Blue Bloods in the portal. By contrast, while Texas Tech and BYU remain "elite" spenders with healthy infrastructures, their growth has stabilized. Oklahoma State and WVU have entered a "hyper-growth" phase, realizing that in the 2026 conference hierarchy, being "flush with cash" is the only way to prevent being left behind in the next round of realignment. Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOBig12?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/drakectoll Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LOBig12
2026 Big West Beach Volleyball Championship - Day 1 Pool Play
Hear from our top-seed Cal Poly, No. 2 seed Long Beach State, No. 3 seed Long Beach State, No. 4 seed UC Davis, and No.
2026 Big West Women's Tennis Championship Second Round - No. 6 Seed CSUN
No. 6 seed CSUN student-athlete Nicole West shares thoughts after a 4-3 win over No. 3 seed Cal State Fullerton in the second ...
2026 Big West Men's Tennis Championship Second Round - No. 3 Seed Cal Poly
No. 3 seed Cal Poly head coach Nick Carless and student-athletes Luc Hoeijmans and Aaron Eliscu share their thoughts after a ...
2026 Big West Men's Volleyball Championship First Round - No. 4 seed UC Santa Barbara
Head coach Rick McLaughlin and student-athletes Riggs Guy and Ethan Saint address the media after a first round exit for the No.
SMU vs. Stanford Full Match Replay | 2026 ACC Women's Golf Championship
In each program's second season in the ACC, SMU and Stanford squared off in the 2026 ACC Women's Golf Championship. In a match play format, the top-seeded and number one-ranked team in the nation, Stanford Cardinal defeated the 2nd-seeded SMU Mustangs, 3-0, with two of the matches going unfinished. Stanford's Meja Ortengren defeated SMU's Grace Jin, 4&3. Magha Ganne got the next point for Stanford by defeating Mackenzie Lee 3&2. Paula Martin Sampedro wrapped up the championship for the Cardinal with a 4&3 win over Emily Odwin. Martin Sampedro was also the winner of the ACC's individual championship. SUBSCRIBE: http://bit.ly/Oqg3iE The ACC Digital Network (theACCDN) is a project of Raycom Sports, a long-time television producer and partner of the Atlantic Coast Conference. The cross-platform digital video network covers the spectrum of one of the nation’s top intercollegiate athletic conferences, featuring original on-demand content throughout the entire year. All ACCDN videos are viewable on theACC.com, the ACC mobile and tablet app, as well as various streaming and connected mobile and TV devices. For more information, visit theACC.com and follow @theACCDN on Twitter, and Instagram. Connect with the ACCDigitalNetwork Online: Visit the ACC WEBSITE: http://theacc.com Visit the ACC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theACC/ Follow the ACCDN on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theACCDN Follow the ACCDN on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theACCDN http://www.youtube.com/user/ACCDigitalNetwork
PHOENIX vs RAIN OR SHINE | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | PBA SEASON 50 COMMISSIONER’S CUP | APR 21, 2026
COMEBACK MODE: The Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters hand the top-seeded Rain or Shine Elasto Painters their first loss of ...
ISLANDERS RESET: The Data That DEMANDS a New Era in New York - Rebuild or Risk Mediocrity?
The New York Islanders face a franchise crossroads: retool the roster or embark on a full rebuild after five years without a playoff series win. Gil Martin explores which approach gives the Islanders the best chance to become Stanley Cup contenders, analyzing revealing playoff seeding stats and the impact of recent front office decisions. Can this core keep up with powerhouses like the Tampa Bay Lightning and Florida Panthers, or is it time for drastic change on Long Island? Key segments include an in-depth look at Ondrej Palat’s disappointing season, mailbag discussion on the feasibility of trading for Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews, and a tribute to Islanders fan favorite Steve Webb. With Peter DeBoer taking the reins and major contract issues looming, every move matters. Can Matthew Darche and ownership stomach a true rebuild—and would Islanders fans welcome it? All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin. Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! IndeedNow, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 5-Hour ENERGYThe Cotton Candy flavor is HERE on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! HimsTo get simple, online access to personalized, affordable care for ED, hair loss, weight loss, and more, visit https://Hims.com/LOCKEDONNHL. Warby ParkerIt’s the perfect time to upgrade your glasses for spring. Buy one prescription pair and get 20% off any additional prescription pairs at https://WarbyParker.com/LOCKEDONNHL. 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) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOIslanders?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL And follow the show and Gil Martin on Twitter where he'll share the latest news on your New York Islanders and will talk with fans like you. On Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnIsles and https://twitter.com/icewarsnyrvsnyi #Islanders #NYIslanders #NHL