Back on topic... Texas might actually be a favorite to win the Big 12 next year if Kabongo comes back.
OSU if Smart comes back
Agreed, but that is a big IF. Am I the only one thinking Oklahoma has a good shot next year. KU brings in a nice class and Ellis has been playing pretty well as of late. I still see KU as the favorite. TCU loses a lot this year, but bring in some talent. Who knows if that will pan out. Flood aggie is flood aggie so don't need to criticize those that 3rd world state. West Virginia will also be improved next year and Elijah Macon looks like a nice player.
Beems, you are right that Texas will be better next year if Kabongo comes back. I think they finish in the top half of the Big 12, but I would be shocked if they won it...but stranger things have happened.