16. Utah Utes (9-13, 1-8 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 16
After one conference win, Utah has continued its previous conference struggle. The team has faced issues with defensive consisitency and, as a result, struggles to close out games. The Utes will travel to Kansas on Saturday and host Houston on Tuesday.
15. Kansas State Wildcats (10-12, 1-8 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 15
Kansas State continues to fall short in the Big 12 after three straight losses. The team averages decent points per game but undermines it by allowing for excessive points defensively. The Wildcats will try their luck against TCU on Saturday before hosting Cincinnati on Wednesday.
14. Arizona State Sun Devils (12-11, 3-7 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 12
Losing to rival Arizona in a competitive game that was tied at halftime, Arizona State is unraveling quickly. The team has overall issues with consistency and has been impacted by injuries. The Sun Devils will face Colorado on Saturday and host Oklahoma State on Tuesday.
13. Colorado Buffaloes ( 13-10, 3-7 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 11
Colorado has won its first game since its two consecutive wins that started their conference play. The team has made some major lineup changes in an attempt to save their season. The Buffaloes will host Arizona State on Saturday before visiting Texas Tech on Wednesday.
12. Baylor Bears (13-9, 3-7 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 14
Breaking a four game losing streak, Baylor may be attempting to turn things around. The team has strong rebounding and turnover numbers but has proven not enough to scure wins. The Bears will play Iowa State on Saturday before taking on BYU on Tuesday.
11. Cincinnati Bearcats (11-11, 3-6 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 13
Cincinnati is showing a mixed performance in the Big 12. The team has had its fair share of offensive struggles, specifically with poor three-point shooting. Ther Bearcats will host West Virginia on Thursday and UCF on Sunday.
10. TCU Horned Frogs (13-9, 3-6 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 9
Despite a strong effort, TCU has suffered back-to-back losses. The team has a strong defense but it is easily broken down when the right pressure is applied. The Horned Frogs will host Kansas State on Saturday and Iowa State on Tuesday.
9. Oklahoma State Cowboys (16-6, 4-5 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 10
Oklahoma State is navigating a challenging path in the Big 12. The team has roster depth and is able to adapt to offensive and defensive adjustments as needed. The Cowboys will travel to Arizona on Saturday and Arizona State on Tuesday.
8. West Virginia Mountaineers (14-8, 5-4 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 8
West Virginia is alternating wins and losses with resilience. The team has fallen to some tough competitors but is playiing hard. The Mountaineers will travel to Cincinnati on Thursday and host Texas Tech on Sunday.
7. BYU Cougars (17-5, 5-4 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 5
BYU has hit a skid in conference play, with two consecutive losses by less than 10 points. The team has proven their grit and skill, especially in matches against top teams like Arizona. The Cougars will host Houston on Saturday before a matchup against Baylor on Tuesday.
6. UCF Knights (17-5, 6-4 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 7
Coming off of three wins, UCF has to be feeling good. The team is tough, with a defense-first mindset that gives them an advantage. The Knights will play Cincinnati on Sunday before hosting West Virginia on Saturday
5. Texas Tech Red Raiders (16-6, 6-3 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 2
Texas Tech is having a strong season with especially dominant home performance. The team is competitive, tough and has proved their ability to compete in close games. The Red Raiders will face West Virginia on Sunday before hosting Colorado on Wednesday.
4. Kansas Jayhawks (17-5, 7-2 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 6
Kansas is on a roll, currently riding a six game winning streak. The team has shown continuous improvement and is a true contender in the Big 12. The Jayhawks will host Utah on Saturday and Arizona on Monday.
3. Iowa State Cyclones (20-2, 7-2 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 4
After back-to-back losses, Iowa State seems to be coming back with their four recent wins. The team's high intensity defense and efficent offense allows hem to wins games and secure significant first-half leads. The Cyclones will host Baylor on Saturday before traveling to TCU on Tuesday.
2. Houston Cougars (20-2, 7-2 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 3
Houston has remained almost undefeated in Big 12 play. The team has a top-tier defense and a consistent, experienced lineup. The Cougars will travel to BYU on Saturday and Utah on Tuesday.
1. Arizona Wildcats (22-0, 9-0 Big 12)
Last week's rank: 1
Arizona sits at the top of both Big 12 and national rankings. The team's key players and overall efficency have made this rise to the top almost effortless. The Wildcats will host Oklahoma State on Saturday before playing Kansas on Monday.