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Big 12 Introduces Player Availability Reports for Transparency

8/14/2025

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Starting in the 2025-26 season, the Big 12 Conference will introduce player availability reports for football and basketball, enhancing transparency in the sport. Teams will provide daily updates three days before games, with final confirmations 90 minutes prior. This move not only aligns the Big 12 with other major conferences but also safeguards student-athletes from gambling pressures.

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Starting in the 2025-26 season, the Big 12 Conference will introduce player availability reports for football and basketball, enhancing transparency in the sport. Teams will provide daily updates three days before games, with final confirmations 90 minutes prior. This move not only aligns the Big 12 with other major conferences but also safeguards student-athletes from gambling pressures.