Calling A&M's Bluff

[Sisk]

I'd like FSU more simply because it opens up Florida more for everybody else and the Noles would start taking away big time recruits from the Florida Jean Shorts.

I like FSU a lot. They are a cultural fit and their program is on a rise back to where they use to be. However, the chatter I've heard is that Florida would get other schools to essentially block FSU.

It'll be interesting to see how they sort all of this out, but it's all but a done deal. Like I said, expect it to be official on or before the 22nd - that's the latest word on all of this.

The reason it's the 22nd is that's the BOR meeting. Conference realignment is on the agenda.

[symple19]

So many interesting scenarios

If A&M leaves it's going to create a domino effect

TT to the Pac-12 makes a lot of sense (thus opening Texas recruiting grounds a bit more to that conference)

Mizzou to the big whatever

What about OU? Geographically they're stuck in the middle of everything, but would be attractive regardless which conference comes calling

What about Kansas? In basketball they're a huge deal, and a money-making one at that

Okie St?

, I just don't see any way we don't end up with four conferences of 14 schools in the not so distant future

Also, this may backfire to some degree for UT, if not in money then possibly in terms of recruiting, with 2 new conferences represented in the state of Texas (yes, I know, UT will still probably get the best kids, but some 4* kids who aren't quite blue chippers may very well go elsewhere, thus eroding the over-all talent level in Austin)

[ChumpDumper]

Expect an announcement in about 11 days.

You didn't answer the question.

Why did A&M stay in the first place?

[DesignatedT]

You didn't answer the question.

Why did A&M stay in the first place?

They're asking themselves that same question, but they are gone now.

[Blake]

So many interesting scenarios

If A&M leaves it's going to create a domino effect

maybe, maybe not.

reports are that Beebe has put out an invite to another Texas team already.....

my guess is UH

TT to the Pac-12 makes a lot of sense (thus opening Texas recruiting grounds a bit more to that conference)

also opens up the Texas media market, primarily in the DFW area.

[DesignatedT]

i dgaf who goes in with us. Just let us in and out of this joke of a conference.

[Spursfan092120]

So many interesting scenarios

If A&M leaves it's going to create a domino effect

TT to the Pac-12 makes a lot of sense (thus opening Texas recruiting grounds a bit more to that conference)

Mizzou to the big whatever

What about OU? Geographically they're stuck in the middle of everything, but would be attractive regardless which conference comes calling

What about Kansas? In basketball they're a huge deal, and a money-making one at that

Okie St?

, I just don't see any way we don't end up with four conferences of 14 schools in the not so distant future

Also, this may backfire to some degree for UT, if not in money then possibly in terms of recruiting, with 2 new conferences represented in the state of Texas (yes, I know, UT will still probably get the best kids, but some 4* kids who aren't quite blue chippers may very well go elsewhere, thus eroding the over-all talent level in Austin)

This Super Conference thing is happening a LOT faster than I or probably anyone else expected. I heard the Big 10 was going to try to get UT and A&M with hopes it would bring Notre Dame in as well. A&M is gone, but they'll probably still try to snag UT trying to bring in the Irish. I see UT going Independent though, in the end.

[Spursfan092120]

i dgaf who goes in with us. Just let us in.

I think it'll be great for A&M...especially recruiting. While Texas will be playing Iowa State and Kansas, you'll be able to tell players that they'll be playing in Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, etc..

[Blake]

you go ahead and stay put (since it's your only play anyway). Well go our own way and join the best conference in the nation. Fine with me.

You guys will be playing on the LHN in no time.

at least the SEC will pay A&M for the oncoming televised butt ings.

[symple19]

It may also not be out of the realm of possibility for the SEC to try and add OU to the mix as well.

Auburn and Alabama to the SECe, with OU and A&M replacing in the west. This would keep traditional rivalries together for the most part. Bama/Tenn, Auburn/Bama, Auburn/UGA. LSU would get left out a bit, since AU/UA vs LSU are huge rivalries. However, LSU would keep the Mississippi schools and add A&M, so they would still have most of their rivalries intact. Plus, Arky/OU is an old school rivalry that would be renewed

The OU scenario makes sense because if all this starts to happen, the ACC may stick together and go after Big East football schools (like West Virginia, South Florida, Rutgers, or Pitt)

[DesignatedT]

It may also not be out of the realm of possibility for the SEC to try and add OU to the mix as well.

Auburn and Alabama to the SECe, with OU and A&M replacing in the west. This would keep traditional rivalries together for the most part. Bama/Tenn, Auburn/Bama, Auburn/UGA. LSU would get left out a bit, since AU/UA vs LSU are huge rivalries. However, LSU would keep the Mississippi schools and add A&M, so they would still have most of their rivalries intact. Plus, Arky/OU is an old school rivalry that would be renewed

The OU scenario makes sense because if all this starts to happen, the ACC may stick together and go after Big East football schools (like West Virginia, South Florida, Rutgers, or Pitt)

OU won't split from Texas and the politics involved between OU and OSU are worse than UT and A&M. As much as the SEC would want OU, I just don't see them being able to make the move.

[Blake]

It may also not be out of the realm of possibility for the SEC to try and add OU to the mix as well.

Auburn and Alabama to the SECe, with OU and A&M replacing in the west. This would keep traditional rivalries together for the most part. Bama/Tenn, Auburn/Bama, Auburn/UGA. LSU would get left out a bit, since AU/UA vs LSU are huge rivalries. However, LSU would keep the Mississippi schools and add A&M, so they would still have most of their rivalries intact. Plus, Arky/OU is an old school rivalry that would be renewed

The OU scenario makes sense because if all this starts to happen, the ACC may stick together and go after Big East football schools (like West Virginia, South Florida, Rutgers, or Pitt)

the SEC might throw out an invite, but I think OU needs the UT rivalry to stay put.

OU, Tech and Okie St are in uncomfortable situations.

[Kermit]

It may also not be out of the realm of possibility for the SEC to try and add OU to the mix as well.

Auburn and Alabama to the SECe, with OU and A&M replacing in the west. This would keep traditional rivalries together for the most part. Bama/Tenn, Auburn/Bama, Auburn/UGA. LSU would get left out a bit, since AU/UA vs LSU are huge rivalries. However, LSU would keep the Mississippi schools and add A&M, so they would still have most of their rivalries intact. Plus, Arky/OU is an old school rivalry that would be renewed

The OU scenario makes sense because if all this starts to happen, the ACC may stick together and go after Big East football schools (like West Virginia, South Florida, Rutgers, or Pitt)

If UT goes independent, then yes OU goes to the SEC. But I believe that they are with Texas until the bitter end. And they will have no problem going to any conference, be it the Big 10, Pac 12, or SEC.

[symple19]

But, Blake's scenario makes sense as well. Adding UH is a HUGE downgrade from A&M though, is it not?

I suppose UT doesn't really care as long as they have some cannon fodder to put in front of the camera's so they can cash those checks

[Kermit]

We'll see what happens. I'd be shocked if it didn't happen, but that will be figured out at a much later date.



Everyone seems to be pointing towards Virginia Tech. Seems like Florida really doesn't want Miami/FSU/any other Florida school.



Yeah, joining the best football conference in the nation does nothing for relevance.

Are you ready to get skull ed this year in College Station?

Your entire iden y is tied to Texas. You don't think that Aggy loses relevance when they part?

And you still haven't answered my question about the source of butthurt now that high school games are out of the picture.

[Kermit]

But, Blake's scenario makes sense as well. Adding UH is a HUGE downgrade from A&M though, is it not?

I suppose UT doesn't really care as long as they have some cannon fodder to put in front of the camera's so they can cash those checks

Sure, it's a downgrade. But Houston will not be in a conference with Texas as long as Dodds is alive. So, it's got to be somebody else, if it is a Texas team they're thinking of adding.

[Spursfan092120]

UT doesn't really care what happens here...I see them Independent soon anyway, but I think they were better off without the LHN...it's just going to become a pain in their asses. A&M's gone...Houston will probably go the Big 12...Tech will be in the Pac 12..next thing you know, the Big 12 will be going after SMU, followed shortly by the Big 12 being done. Super Conference age coming soon.

[symple19]

Too bad the Big12-2 couldn't figure out some way to bring in TCU. That might have helped them survive as a conference. What about SMU? June Jones has them headed in the right direction. Tulsa?

There are opportunities to expand again, just won't be replacing departures with power schools (at least in athletics)

[Sisk]

Your entire iden y is tied to Texas. You don't think that Aggy loses relevance when they part?

And you still haven't answered my question about the source of butthurt now that high school games are out of the picture.

You are clearly aware of all traditions involving Texas A&M. Why would I think otherwise? Stupid me.

[Sisk]

Too bad the Big12-2 couldn't figure out some way to bring in TCU. That might have helped them survive as a conference. What about SMU? June Jones has them headed in the right direction. Tulsa?

There are opportunities to expand again, just won't be replacing departures with power schools (at least in athletics)

TCU isn't joining the B12. B12 is as good as dead.

[DesignatedT]

Too bad the Big12-2 couldn't figure out some way to bring in TCU. That might have helped them survive as a conference. What about SMU? June Jones has them headed in the right direction. Tulsa?

There are opportunities to expand again, just won't be replacing departures with power schools (at least in athletics)

TCU wants no part of the big12 or Texas.

[DesignatedT]

If the big 12 somehow lasts it will just add some team like U of H who would be happy to be UTs whipping boy while they get all the spotlight.

that noise, were out.

[Blake]

But, Blake's scenario makes sense as well. Adding UH is a HUGE downgrade from A&M though, is it not?

Yeah, it's a downgrade, but Houston would be a solid enough addition, imo.

Nice sports history and they are on the cusp of becoming a flagship university.

[Kermit]

You are clearly aware of all traditions involving Texas A&M. Why would I think otherwise? Stupid me.

No seriously, what in the contract is causing you to leave other than high school football being aired?

[symple19]

nice article looking at the latest developments and possible scenarios

Louisville a possible choice for the SEC as well

http://aol.sportingnews.com/ncaa-foo...oking-secs-way