The 2024 Big 12 football season has wrapped up, and the final SP+ rankings are in! After an action-packed season, BYU has emerged as the top team in the Big 12, finishing 17th nationally—an impressive feat in a competitive conference. They’re one of only two Big 12 teams to finish in the SP+ top 20, joining Kansas State at 19th.
Here’s the breakdown of the Big 12 SP+ rankings:
1. BYU (17th nationally)
2. Kansas State (19th nationally)
3. TCU (26th nationally)
4. Arizona State (31st nationally)
5. Iowa State (35th nationally)
…and more.
Despite Arizona State winning the Big 12 Championship, BYU’s consistent performance and overall strength propelled them to the top. SP+ measures a team’s potential performance, not just its past results—meaning BYU’s ranking reflects their ability to compete at the highest level.
Offensive Power Rankings: BYU’s offense landed mid-pack in the conference, with teams like TCU, Baylor, and Texas Tech leading the charge.
1. TCU (19th nationally)
2. Baylor (25th nationally)
3. BYU (38th nationally)
Defensive Dominance: On defense, BYU was a standout, ranking 2nd in the conference just behind Utah, cementing their position as one of the top defensive forces in the Big 12.
1. Utah (18th nationally)
2. BYU (21st nationally)
…and more.
Special Teams Excellence: BYU’s special teams unit was elite, ranking 4th nationally—playing a pivotal role in their 11-win season. Their special teams success gave them a distinct advantage in several close games.
1. BYU (4th nationally)
2. Arizona (10th nationally)
3. West Virginia (12th nationally)
…and more.
BYU’s rise to the top of the Big 12 is a testament to their well-rounded strength across offense, defense, and special teams. With a stellar all-around performance, the future looks incredibly bright for the Cougars!
