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Ex OKST Player Facing Death for Weed in Indonesia

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This is not great. I think people have fun in places like Thailand and Vietnam and forget that the rest of the region is not the same.
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Former Santa Cruz Warrior could face firing squad execution in Indonesia

A former minor league player for the Golden State Warriors is facing a possible death sentence in Indonesia after authorities arrested him on suspicion of having cannabis edibles.
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I asked Chat GPT what a Big 12 media rights deal would be valued at today if all the OG members were still part of the conference.

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Here's what Chat GPT said:

What would a media rights deal be valued at for the original Big 12 members if they were all in the conference today?

ChatGPT said:​

To estimate the value of a media rights deal for the original Big 12 members (i.e., the 12 schools that made up the conference at its founding in 1996), we need to consider current market dynamics, value drivers (like TV viewership and brand strength), and recent media rights trends in college sports.

Original Big 12 Members (1996):​

  • Texas
  • Texas A&M
  • Oklahoma
  • Nebraska
  • Colorado
  • Missouri
  • Kansas
  • Kansas State
  • Iowa State
  • Baylor
  • Texas Tech
  • Oklahoma State
Assumption: All 12 are still in the same conference today.

Key Variables in Valuation​

1. Comparable Conference Deals (as of 2024–2025):​

  • Big Ten (2023–2030): ~$1.1B/year (Fox, CBS, NBC) → 16 teams → ~$70M+ per school
  • SEC (starting 2024): ~$710M/year (ESPN/ABC only) → 16 teams → ~$60–65M per school
  • Big 12 (new version) (2025–2031): ~$380M/year → 16 teams → ~$31.7M per school

2. Original Big 12’s Market Power (Hypothetical Today):​

If the original Big 12 still existed today, it would include blue bloods like:
  • Texas and Oklahoma (huge ratings drivers)
  • Nebraska (strong history, though less relevant now)
  • Texas A&M, Colorado, and Missouri (top 25 potential)
  • Strong rivalries and footprint across TX, OK, MO, CO, KS, NE, and IA
This lineup would arguably be the third-most valuable conference behind the Big Ten and SEC, possibly even competing for second if it retained Texas and Oklahoma.

Estimated Media Rights Valuation (2025 Market)​

MetricEstimate
Estimated total value~$700M–$850M/year
Number of teams12
Estimated per-school payout~$58M–$71M/year

Assumptions Behind Estimate:​

  • Valuation assumes Tier 1 & Tier 2 rights only (TV + digital)
  • Does not include conference-owned networks or third-tier rights (like Longhorn Network)
  • Assumes current 2025–2030 media rights landscape, not a future-shifted scenario
  • Uses recent valuations of comparable college football brands and viewership

Conclusion:​

If all original Big 12 schools were still in the conference today and negotiating a new deal for 2025+, the media rights deal would likely be valued between $700M and $850M per year, with per-school payouts approaching $60–70 million annually, rivaling or surpassing the SEC.
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Kickin’ It with Randy Peterson: ISU year in review, CyTown, and more

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Grant Mahoney and Jeff Woody welcome on the legendary Randy Peterson to dive into the year of Iowa State Athletics, his experiences in his journalism career, CyTown, NIL, and more. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing.


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Kickin' It with Randy Peterson: ISU year in review, CyTown, and more

Grant Mahoney and Jeff Woody welcome on the legendary Randy Peterson to dive into the year of Iowa State Athletics, his experiences in his journalism career, CyTown, NIL, and more. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. https://youtu.be/nKiy0hcOhXI
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*** Cyclone Fanatic Cartoon Tournament: Sweet Sixteen ***

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Voting is open for the Sweet Sixteen of the Cyclone Fanatic Cartoon Tournament


How to vote (this will apply to all rounds):
To select the favorite (the show seeded highest), choose the Heart emoji.
To select the underdog, choose the Rainbow emoji.
No other emojis will be counted.

Deadline to vote: Now through Thursday at 10 PM
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Matt Campbell consulted with NFL coaches while planning Ireland trip

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ISU's Matt Campbell consulted with NFL coaches while planning Ireland trip

Dec 7, 2024; Arlington, TX, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach Matt Campbell stands on the field before the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images ANKENY — Matt Campbell’s a creature of habit. Routine reigns supreme for Iowa
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Ranking all 136 FBS QB situations

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Becht has accounted for at least one touchdown in 27 straight games, the longest active streak in FBS -- six games more than any other QB.

Becht numbers when Iowa State was trailing in the second half last season: 82.3 QBR, 8.55 yards/attempt, 11 total touchdowns, 3 interceptions.

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Ranking all 136 FBS QB situations into tiers ahead of the 2025 season

From Clemson to Kennesaw State, David Hale ranks all 136 FBS school quarterbacks into tiers.
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What’s so tough about understanding the law?

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This is majorly stupid…makes Britney Griner's infraction in Russia look simple. When you work in a country where the penalty for smuggling drugs is execution what do you do? Have drugs mailed to you….

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Dallas native, pro basketball player could face death penalty after drug arrest in Indonesia

Dallas native basketball player, Jarred Shaw, was arrested in Indonesia after police found more than 130 pieces of cannabis candies in his apartment. Indonesia has strict drug laws so Shaw could face the death penalty.
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A/V setup

dmclone
We're selling our house, which had a dedicated home theater w. 5.1 setup. Moving into this new house, I'd like to move to a simple setup. A few things to consider:

I already have the A/V receiver I'm going to use. Denon X3700h. Overkill for what I need, but it works.
I already have a giant 500 watt 15" sub

90% of use will be YTTV, Netflix, HBO, etc

I'm thinking of just going with 2 towers and a center channel. I've never owned tower speakers, in the home theater setup I had some 20 year old NHT bookshelves. Basement setup with 9' ceilings, plenty of space.

I'd like to spend less than $1,500 for those 3 speakers.

Thoughts on this setup? Will I miss the surround? Brands? I keep hearing about ELAC, KEF, Wharfedale, etc.
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DIY Auto Detailing Thread

Malty Flannel
Just purchased my first "nice" vehicle and decided to dive into learning how to wash and detail it myself. It's been a more fun and interesting rabbit hole than I expected. Curious if anybody else has embarked on the same hobby? Would be great to have a thread to share experience and feedback on different processes, products, maintenance routines, etc.

I've done a couple 2-bucket washes with Meguiar's Wash and Wax + wheel and rim cleaner and dressing, but just decided to jump all in and plan on doing a full foam cannon wash, clay bar decontamination, and ceramic spray seal this upcoming weekend or whenever weather cooperates.
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Monday Musings: Tailgate tour, Haliburton vs. Brunson, hockey & the greatest spectacle

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MONDAY MUSINGS:

-The tailgate tour kicks off today
-Purdy gets paid
-Haliburton vs. Brunson
-The Maple Leafs stay on brand
-Cheating allegations at the Indy 500

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MONDAY MUSINGS: Haliburton vs. Brunson, Purdy, hockey & the greatest spectacle

May 13, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) walks off the court after game five of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images It's Tailgate Tour week and it was a big week for a pair of Cyclone superstars
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Williams & Blum: Niang’s golf outing, Purdy’s new deal, Wintersteen set to retire

Aiden Wyatt
Chris Williams and Brent Blum record from Cyclone Superfan Mark Hansen’s basement to discuss Georges Niang’s upcoming golf outing, Brock Purdy’s new contract, and the impact of Wendy Wintersteen’s retirement. Presented by Mechdyne.


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Williams & Blum: Niang's golf outing, Purdy's new deal, Wintersteen set to retire

Chris Williams and Brent Blum record from Cyclone Superfans Mark and Tina Hansen's basement to discuss Georges Niang's upcoming golf outing, Brock Purdy's new contract, and the impact of Wendy Wintersteen's retirement. Presented by Mechdyne. https://youtu.be/0cpL4IWjlEo
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