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    Open For Business: College Football w/ John Kurtz

    College sports for fans who like to dig a little deeper.

    Welcome to Open For Business, a show covering college sports from every angle, on and off the field.

    I spent more than a decade traveling the country as a radio and TV broadcaster covering college football and basketball full time. Now I break down the games, the playoff race, coaching decisions and program-building that define Saturdays, along with the transfer portal, NIL, realignment, media money and the bigger forces reshaping college sports behind the scenes.

    The goal is to understand the entire landscape, not just the biggest brands and loudest storylines. If something matters to where the sport is going, it matters here.

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    Big 12 TAKES OVER the AP Poll! Should BYU Be Number One? Oct 19, 2026
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    The Big 12 is taking over the AP Top 25! BYU is ranked No. 2, Texas Tech is No. 8, and the conference is tied for the most top-10 teams in college football. Are AP voters finally giving the Big 12 the respect it deserves? And should BYU actually be ranked No. 1? We're breaking down the latest AP Poll, including Texas Tech's ranking, Houston's case to move up, and the questionable rankings of Notre Dame and Indiana. Plus, a chaotic weekend of college football upsets has exposed a new reality. Is college football becoming the NFL? With NIL, the transfer portal, massive roster investments, and a potential 24-team College Football Playoff, the gap between college football's traditional powers and everyone else is shrinking. What does that mean for the SEC, Big Ten, Big 12 and ACC? Also on the show: - Updated Big 12 Power Rankings featuring BYU, Texas Tech, Utah, Houston and Arizona - Why college football's traditional power structure is changing - The Vibes Only Top 25 and Bottom 25 Subscribe to Open For Business for national college football analysis, Big 12 coverage, rankings, realignment, and the biggest stories shaping the sport. 📩 Join the OFB Newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNewsletter #CollegeFootball #Big12Football #BYUFootball Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vx3d1qwusl4
    Did the Refs Screw Notre Dame? (Um, No) The BYU Controversy Explained Oct 18, 2026
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    Did Notre Dame get ROBBED against BYU? The controversial ending to BYU’s massive win over Notre Dame has college football fans furious over a possible pass interference no-call and one second left on the clock. The Big 12 has already acknowledged a clock error, but did the officials actually cost Notre Dame the game? We break down the final play, the officiating controversy, and what national analysts are saying. The controversy deserves attention, but should it really overshadow BYU’s incredible victory? The Cougars just delivered one of the biggest wins in college football this season, and that deserves some recognition, too. Subscribe to Open For Business for college football analysis, Big 12 coverage, and the biggest stories shaping the sport. OFB Newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNewsletter #BYU #NotreDame #CollegeFootball #Big12 Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSZFdhnXZ4c
    BYU's EPIC Win Over Notre Dame Just SILENCED the Big 12 Haters Oct 18, 2026
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    Is BYU football the best team in the country? After an insane Saturday, the argument for the Cougars is stronger than ever. This has been the best day for the Big 12 conference since the departure of Texas and Oklahoma. With the rest of the college football landscape shifting, the Cougars have forced their way into the national conversation. I break down why their performance demands respect and whether they have a legitimate claim to the top spot in the polls. The resume is building, and the eye test matches the results. We examine the path forward for BYU football and how they stack up against the traditional powers currently dominating the college football rankings. It is time to look at the reality of their season and what it means for the playoff race. Subscribe to Open For Business for independent analysis on the Big 12 and the forces shaping college football. Subscribe to the Open For Business newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNewsletter Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IiAXfDCH-cc
    What If the 24-Team Playoff Actually RULES? Will it Actually Save the Big 12 and ACC? Oct 17, 2026
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    What if the 24-team College Football Playoff actually makes college football BETTER? Could CFP expansion save the Big 12 and ACC while pushing Ohio State toward independence and shaking up the Big Ten? John Kurtz breaks down the potential 24-team playoff, why it could be incredible for college football, and whether more playoff access will help programs like Texas Tech, BYU, Utah and other Big 12 and ACC contenders. Could expanded playoff opportunities drive more investment and national relevance? Or will the selection committee favor 7-5 SEC and Big Ten teams over 9-3 Big 12 and ACC programs? Plus, Dan Wetzel raises a fascinating possibility: Could Ohio State, Michigan and Penn State eventually leave the Big Ten and follow Notre Dame's independent model? We also dive into Brett McMurphy's latest conference realignment reporting. Could Texas A&M join the Big Ten? Is Texas Tech a potential expansion candidate? And what would another round of realignment mean for the future of college football? Subscribe to Open For Business for independent college football analysis covering the Big 12, SEC, Big Ten, College Football Playoff, conference realignment and everything shaping the sport. Join the OFB Newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNewsletter #CollegeFootball #CFBPlayoff #Big12 Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqYMcajG7No
    The UNFAIR Pressure on BYU vs Notre Dame; Why SEC Chaos Gets a Free Pass Oct 14, 2026
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    I Got CALLED OUT for My Top 25; Big 12 Rankings Shakeup & AP Poll Reaction Oct 12, 2026
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    Is the Big 12 getting disrespected compared to the ACC? And did the AP Top 25 get it wrong by ranking Notre Dame ahead of Alabama, Miami and Indiana? On today's Open for Business, we're breaking down the latest college football rankings, including why Notre Dame's resume deserves more scrutiny, whether BYU and Texas Tech are getting enough respect, and why the Big 12 might actually be stronger than the ACC despite the national perception of both conferences. We're also unveiling my updated Big 12 Power Rankings! Utah and BYU are battling for the top spot, Texas Tech moves up after I reconsidered its recent performances, and Houston and Oklahoma State round out an incredibly competitive top five. Plus, where do Arizona, Baylor, Iowa State, Kansas State and the rest of the conference belong? Then, Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko is facing major backlash after calling out the TexAgs message board. Why his comments could be especially dangerous in the NIL and revenue-sharing era, and what the controversy reveals about the growing power of college football fans and donors. **Topics include:** - AP Top 25 reaction and Notre Dame's controversial No. 2 ranking - Big 12 vs. ACC and the double standard in national college football coverage - Why the Big 12 desperately needs a deep College Football Playoff run - Updated Big 12 Power Rankings featuring Utah, BYU, Texas Tech, Houston and Oklahoma State - Why I'm changing my opinion on Texas Tech - Mike Elko's TexAgs controversy and the backlash at Texas A&M - BYU vs. Notre Dame and the national implications of this week's matchup Subscribe for independent college football analysis, Big 12 coverage, national rankings, conference realignment and the biggest stories shaping the future of the sport. **Get the free Open for Business newsletter:** https://bit.ly/OFBNewsletter #CollegeFootball #Big12Football #APTop25 Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-_O-t4rvKQ
    Nebraska COLLAPSES at Home v. Indiana; Arizona Blasts WVU; Oklahoma State Pulls Away Late Oct 11, 2026
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    Nebraska blows an 11-point second-half lead against Indiana, Arizona dominates West Virginia, and Oklahoma State pulls away from a pesky UCF team in a wild afternoon of college football! John Kurtz breaks down Nebraska's latest heartbreaking collapse, how Indiana stormed back after trailing 17-6, and what it means for both programs moving forward. Plus, Arizona makes a statement against West Virginia, while Oklahoma State takes care of business against UCF in a game that was much closer than the final score suggests. We're reacting to all three games, breaking down the biggest turning points, key takeaways, and what these results mean for the Big 12 and the national college football picture. #CollegeFootball #NebraskaFootball #IndianaFootball #Big12Football #ArizonaFootball #OklahomaState Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqqTYl8xlB4
    OFB After Dark: Utah Wins Shootout w/ KU; SEC is a MESS; Matt Campbell Loses Again Oct 11, 2026
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    College football chaos continues! Utah survives a wild shootout against Kansas, the SEC is an absolute mess, and Matt Campbell's struggles at Penn State continue. We're breaking it all down on OFB After Dark! John Kurtz reacts to Utah's thrilling Big 12 showdown with KU and what it means for the Utes' conference championship and College Football Playoff hopes. Plus, the SEC race is getting completely out of control! Georgia knocks off Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Kentucky stuns Lane Kiffin and LSU in overtime, and Oklahoma shocks No. 1 Texas in the Red River Rivalry. Who are the real national championship contenders, and which SEC teams are in serious playoff trouble? We'll also break down another frustrating loss for Matt Campbell and Penn State as USC wins in Happy Valley. What's going wrong for the Nittany Lions, and how much pressure is already building on Campbell? We're covering the biggest college football results, Big 12 and SEC championship races, College Football Playoff implications, and our biggest surprises from Week 6! Subscribe to Open For Business for college football analysis, Big 12 coverage, breaking news and instant reactions all season long. 📩 Subscribe to the OFB Newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNewsletter #CollegeFootball #Big12Football #UtahFootball #KansasFootball #SECfootball #PennStateFootball #CollegeFootballPlayoff Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQDyYEMFgrw
    BYU Offense Is BACK! Iowa State Reaction + Notre Dame College GameDay Buzz Oct 10, 2026
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    BYU football's offense came ALIVE in a 24-10 win over Iowa State! After struggling against TCU, the Cougars bounced back in a big way behind Bear Bachmeier's 329 passing yards and 109 rushing yards. Now, with Notre Dame coming to Provo next week, could ESPN College GameDay be headed to BYU? John Kurtz breaks down BYU's impressive response against Iowa State, including a passing attack that finally found its rhythm without injured star running back LJ Martin. BYU's defense was equally impressive, holding the Cyclones to just 200 total yards one week after they piled up 577 against West Virginia. But it wasn't all perfect. BYU struggled to run the ball outside of Bachmeier, made some questionable fourth-down decisions, and nearly let Iowa State back into the game after a costly muffed punt. We also discuss Iowa State's fight under Jimmy Rogers, Kalani Sitake's game management, and what this performance tells us about BYU's chances against Notre Dame. Plus, could College GameDay come to Provo for the massive BYU-Notre Dame showdown on October 17? Subscribe for more BYU football, Big 12 football, and national college football analysis! 📩 Get the Open For Business newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNewsletter #BYUFootball #BYU #CollegeFootball #Big12Football #NotreDame Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xdBeqkRz6yk
    Am I Being Too Hard on Texas Tech and BYU?; Trouble Coming for Texas and Indiana Oct 08, 2026
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    Am I being too hard on Texas Tech and BYU? We examine their ugly wins, Big 12 power rankings and College Football Playoff outlook, plus why Houston deserves more credit. Then we rank this weekend’s biggest upset alerts, including Houston at Kansas State, Arizona at West Virginia and Iowa State at BYU. Nationally, could Oklahoma stun Texas in the Red River Rivalry, Nebraska knock off Indiana or Texas A&M upset Missouri? Plus, why Matt Campbell’s struggles at Penn State are fueling an unfair Big 12 narrative and what a win over USC could change. Subscribe to Open For Business with John Kurtz for college football analysis, Big 12 coverage and the biggest stories across the sport. 📩 Get the OFB newsletter: https://bit.ly/OFBNewsletter Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUNYC-EyI10
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