EXPOSED: ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit TAKING SHOTS at Big 12 AGAIN, This HURTS Baylor Recruiting?

Big 12 dominates the NFL Draft with three top-10 picks—outshining the SEC—but why is ESPN and Kirk Herbstreit ignoring their success? Is media bias shaping college football’s future and recruitment power dynamics? Drake Toll and Cam Stuart break down the Big 12’s standout draft class, spotlighting stars like David Bailey and Utah's powerhouse linemen, while questioning ESPN’s coverage and what it means for the conference’s reputation. The conversation turns to upcoming NBA Draft prospects AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, who could deliver the Big 12 the top two selections. Key topics include the SEC’s declining draft clout, media influence over recruiting, and whether the national narrative is out of touch with on-field reality. Will the Big 12’s rising talent finally earn the recognition it deserves? 00:00 — Big 12 NFL Draft DisrespectDiscussion on the Big 12's strong NFL draft performance and ESPN/Kirk Herbstreit's omission of the conference in national coverage. 08:18 — SEC Decline & Media NarrativesAnalysis of the SEC's NFL draft performance, shifting perceptions of conference power, and the media's continued SEC bias. 17:34 — Big 12 NBA Draft StarsConversation about AJ Dybantsa and Darren Peterson declaring for the NBA draft, Big 12's upcoming top picks, and general thoughts on college-to-pro transition for athletes. 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! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-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) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.