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Re: Big XII Again Refutes Expansion Talk

2014-12-18T11:32:29-06:00

Methinks they doth protest too much.

WVU hurts BYU only in the way that the Big 12 might not want to spread across that much of the country.

BYU is helped by the fact they're in the west because it's another TV window the Big 12 could have.

BYU should partner up with Colorado State (best market in the area, improving facilities) and put on a full court press to get into the Big 12.

Statistics: Posted by stuckinbig10country — Thu Dec 18, 2014 11:32 am

Re: Big XII Again Refutes Expansion Talk

2014-12-18T10:40:24-06:00

Dan Wolken, USA Today's college football writer, was just on 1320 KFAN this morning and said "nobody wants BYU for expansion--why would they?"

But that is nothing but plain trolling from our good friend Tim Montemayor--Wolken is a rabid Ute fan. His one sentence USA Today bio even pays homage to Rice-Eccles.

Statistics: Posted by snoscythe — Thu Dec 18, 2014 10:40 am

Re: Big XII Again Refutes Expansion Talk

2014-12-18T10:23:01-06:00

Yes they lost Luck as AD. That should be a positive for us. He also leaves the playoff committee because of his new job.

Statistics: Posted by scott715 — Thu Dec 18, 2014 10:23 am

Re: Big XII Again Refutes Expansion Talk

2014-12-18T07:09:47-06:00

Biggest obstacle for BYU to get to the Big XII: West Virginia.

Seems like almost every article I see on the subject of expansion has a West Virginia reference or a WV troll in the comments whining about BYU. Twerps just got in and they're strutting around like a bunch of Utes.

Can't wait to see them get pounded by the Cougars out here at FedEx field in a coupla years.

I get that same impression. At least the AD just left for an NCAA job. We need Texas and OK to come forward now and push for BYU if there is any expansion.

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Statistics: Posted by imuakahuku — Thu Dec 18, 2014 7:09 am

Re: Big XII Again Refutes Expansion Talk

2014-12-17T22:08:23-06:00

Biggest obstacle for BYU to get to the Big XII: West Virginia.

Seems like almost every article I see on the subject of expansion has a West Virginia reference or a WV troll in the comments whining about BYU. Twerps just got in and they're strutting around like a bunch of Utes.

Can't wait to see them get pounded by the Cougars out here at FedEx field in a coupla years.

Statistics: Posted by CrimsonCoug — Wed Dec 17, 2014 10:08 pm

Re: Big XII Again Refutes Expansion Talk

2014-12-17T13:12:19-06:00

Bowlsby reiterated there is no partner(s) for Big 12 expansion that make sense at the moment. The most mentioned candidates -- Cincinnati, Connecticut, Memphis, BYU, South Florida, Central Florida -- do not bring the equity to the table that matches the annual Big 12 per-school payout from the media contracts -- $22 million.
That's quite a slam. I think he's wrong regarding BYU and what they bring to the table. But, I am biased.

Someone needs to add Bowlsby as the definition of douche in Urban Dictionary. What an idiot.

Between the lines, though, this is just the schools not wanting to give up revenue, particularly the lower Big12 schools.

If the Big12 goes 2 - 3 years in a row getting snubbed, they'll change their tune. The contenders within the Big12 will start whining about the leeches. You can also bet the moment Texas gets snubbed, Bowlsby will suddenly find himself actively looking for new schools or a new job.

Statistics: Posted by Gunk — Wed Dec 17, 2014 1:12 pm

Re: Big XII Again Refutes Expansion Talk

2014-12-17T11:44:37-06:00

The best way to maximize Playoff chances:
Have 11 football teams.
Play 8 conferences games (less overall losses).

Best for respect & stability:
Have 12 teams + Championship game.
Play 8 conference games (better OOC wins, more bowl teams in conference).

Statistics: Posted by Mars — Wed Dec 17, 2014 11:44 am

Re: Big XII Again Refutes Expansion Talk

2014-12-17T11:41:10-06:00

The Big XII could have just as easily had 2 teams in the playoffs this year.

Statistics: Posted by snoscythe — Wed Dec 17, 2014 11:41 am

Re: Big XII Again Refutes Expansion Talk

2014-12-17T11:40:29-06:00

I don't see why the Big 12 should expand.

It took a perfect storm to keep them out of the playoff to begin with. The other conferences all had conference championship games at neutral sites between ranked teams. All the Big 12 needed was the lower ranked team to win 1 of those 4 games. It didn't happen.

I would be surprised if what happens this year becomes a recurring theme.

I agree with this. Much like when Bronco says BYU needs two undefeated years in a row to be a national champion, the Big 12 will need to be left out 2 years in a row before they consider expanding. And unless that happens, I'll be happy for BYU to stay independent .

Statistics: Posted by ABYUFAN — Wed Dec 17, 2014 11:40 am

Re: Big XII Again Refutes Expansion Talk

2014-12-17T11:22:57-06:00

I don't see why the Big 12 should expand.

It took a perfect storm to keep them out of the playoff to begin with. The other conferences all had conference championship games at neutral sites between ranked teams. All the Big 12 needed was the lower ranked team to win 1 of those 4 games. It didn't happen.

I would be surprised if what happens this year becomes a recurring theme.

Statistics: Posted by mormonrasta — Wed Dec 17, 2014 11:22 am