Key Quarterback Battles in Big 12 Ahead of 2026 Season

With the college football season approaching, fall camps are underway in the Big 12, highlighting several quarterback competitions across the conference.

Teams are evaluating both transfers and returning players as they seek to solidify their starting quarterbacks. Notably, Brendan Sorsby's transfer from one Big 12 team to another has created a stir, leaving Cincinnati in search of a quarterback for the upcoming season. JC French IV, a transfer from Georgia Southern, is currently leading the competition, although Liam O'Brien and Samaj Jones are also in the mix.

Houston's Conner Weigman returns after a successful season, but the presence of five-star recruit Keisean Henderson could lead to a quarterback battle if Weigman struggles. Kansas is looking to replace Jalon Daniels, with Cole Ballard and Isaiah Marshall as key contenders. Texas Tech faces uncertainty after Sorsby's legal issues, with Will Hammond recovering from an ACL injury and Kirk Francis potentially stepping in if needed.