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EXPOSED: BYU Fans Just CAUGHT ESPN, 247 for TAMPERING With Big 12 Transfer Portal Recruiting Ratings
In the high-stakes world of college football recruiting, a troubling trend has emerged for the Big 12: the "commitment drop." For programs like BYU, landing a blue-chip prospect is often followed by an immediate, inexplicable dip in that player’s national rating. Analysts and fans increasingly point to a "Blue-Blood Effect," where recruiting services are perceived to penalize players for choosing the Big 12 over the SEC or Big Ten.
The Case of Ryder Lyons
The most glaring example in the 2026 class is five-star quarterback Ryder Lyons. Shortly after Lyons committed to the Cougars on national…
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