Big 12 Week 5 REACTIONS: Surprises, Upsets & Standouts

Week 5 of the 2026 college football season featured some of the most important Big 12 games to this point in the season. Arizona handled the Cincinnati Bearcats. Arizona State was embarrassed at home by DJ Lagway and Baylor. Texas Tech didn't look great in a win over Colorado. What about Houston and Iowa State? Which teams lived up to the hype, who’s in trouble, and what storylines are setting the stage for Week 6? We’ve got all the reactions, overreactions, and bold predictions for the Big 12 as the season heats up.