The Big 12 Conference’s new mandate for public injury reports marks a pivotal shift in collegiate athletics, affecting team strategy, player safety, and the college sports fan experience. Following other Power Four conferences, the Big 12 will now release daily football injury updates and pre-game reports for men’s and women’s basketball. This increased transparency will fundamentally change how coaches prepare, moving away from gamesmanship and toward a more data-driven approach based on verified opponent information. For players, this policy could reduce harassment from gamblers seeking inside information.For fans, the impact is immense. Previously, accessing timely NCAA injury news was
