The Big 12 Conference announced Brett Yormark is stepping down as the commissioner, effective January 31, 2027.

“Serving as the commissioner of the Big 12 Conference has been an extraordinary honor,” said Yormark. “I want to thank the Big 12 Board of Directors, Board Chair Douglas A. Girod, athletic directors, coaches, student-athletes, fans, fellow commissioners, and trusted colleagues at the league office. I am looking forward to passing the baton to the next commissioner and continuing to cheer this league on as a lifelong fan of the Big 12.”

“Yormark succeeded Bob Bowlsby as commissioner on Aug. 1, 2022, and oversaw one of the most significant periods of change in college football history.”

A year prior to Yormark’s tenure, Oklahoma and Texas announced their departure from the league to join the SEC.…