“Could Double His Salary”: Cody Campbell Urges Texas AD to Become Next Big 12 Commissioner After Brett Yormark’s Departure

November 12, 2026 · Yahoo Sports

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Brett Yormark is stepping down as Big 12 commissioner after nearly five years in the role, and billionaire booster Cody Campbell believes Texas AD Chris Del Conte would be the right man for the job.

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Campbell went on X to share his thoughts on Del Conte, saying it would be a good fit for the Texas AD.

“Del Conte could double his salary and move back to Fort Worth, where he was very happy – he was my old neighbor! Lots of good candidates out there, but I’m not sure why his hat wouldn’t be in the ring? Smart, strategic guy, understands the conference, and is more than qualified for the position,” Campbell wrote.

Del Conte’s links to the Big 12 commissioner role developed through the week. They come after he has been with the Texas Longhorns since 2017, during which time the program has won 18 national championships under his leadership.

Del Conte Has Already Steered Away From the Big 12 Commissioner Role

While Cody Campbell believes Chris Del Conte would be great for the role, the Texas AD has already distanced himself from the position.

“Absolutely none,” Del Conte said on Texas Football when asked about his links with the Big 12 commissioner role.

Adding to his blunt statement, he also said: “Print that.” (via Bobby Burton’s X)

American Conference leader Tim Pernetti is the other individual being linked with the job, and it remains to be seen who ends up taking the position full-time.