The Big 12 remains open to conference expansion. Coastal Carolina: 22 percent Adam Spencer| 5 months ago Conference realignment rumors are still hot even with Week 1 of the 2022 college football season starting on Thursday night. The Big Ten is at the forefront of many of those rumors, with Action Networks Brett McMurphy reportingon Thursday that Washington has met with the league to gauge interest in joining the B1G. I think were not necessarily going to wait and see, but there could be some Big 12 schools, there could be some Pac-12 schools that would be interested in the Mountain West Conference. 1. Aug 4, 2022 Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports Here we go again. 5.7 percent July 5, 2022. Reader comments illustrated that uncertainty: With the conference getting stripped of its top three programs, leaving only SMU and Memphis among those teams that could even force an argument, I hope Aresco parks that particular (Power 6) puffery to the side for a while, until the new-look conference sorts out its new haves and have-nots., As a UC fan, I really like Mike Aresco. 3. 38.4 percent Im really looking forward to seeing how well the Sun Belt performs against other conferences and teams not in the top 5 percent of CFB this upcoming season., Really wish we would prioritize basketball like we have football, soccer, and baseball., The Sun Belt seems like the best off of all the Group of 5 conferences after the latest realignment. San Diego State: 30.9 percent Bet Arizonarecently released hypothetical odds for where it sees the two Pac-12 Arizona schools ending up in the years ahead and they have some differences. Networking, mentoring, talent-sharing these and other non-football factors were immensely attractive to Carol Folt, the president of USC. Stonehill was a charter member of the NE10. Follow Kevin McGuire on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. 23.6 percent (Fans of future members only), 1. So hopefully theyll be able to adapt and get all their rights on one network soon.. SMU: 29.1 percent Post-realignment, thats down to just 19.4 percent. Thompson received a 4 or 5 from 42 percent of fans, up from 37 percent a year ago. Could Conference USA actually be done for a little while? 19.7 percent Charlotte: 6.3 percent Colorado State: 2.3 percent The move becomes official July 1, 2023 and will bring the CAA to 14 member schools and 15 football schools. 1. ", Pac-12 Insider John Canzano wrote: "I think the Pac-12 is exploring an incentivized payout structure for the programs that qualify for the NCAA Tournament and College Football Playoff. We will hope to maintain that status and continue along and play in whatever, depending on CFP and bowl structures.. Well, McMurphy says the Big 12 would target 4 additional schools from the Pac-12 to join its conference: If those Pac-12 schools leave for the Big Ten, the Big 12 has targeted Arizona, Utah, Arizona State and Colorado as potential members, sources said. Notably, the transfer results here differ from the NIL results, with more believing theres a benefit for the G5. When MTSU opted to stay in C-USA, the MAC passed on WKU. Boise State: 15.9 percent Houston: 27.6 percent 4. A 12-year, $3 billion contract with FOX and ESPN is set to expire, and many people are questioning where they will be headed without two of their historic programs.". We solidified ourselves, Thompson said. 3.1 percent (Best league) Id say yes. The prior season, which included the early stages 5. Conference realignment is always very interesting and it can be fun to speculate and wonder what is next. Fresno State: 14.3 percent 4. The conference has doubled-down on regional rivalries, including the decision to keep divisions. Each conference is eying the other's schools in what could become the next big realignment story. The football program has since posted just one winning season (16). USC vs. Illinois volleyball games dont make a lot of Last year, 85.1 percent of respondents rated the AAC at the best G5 league. 1. Either the Big 12 is getting really desperate or somebody is fabricating a conference realignment rumor to draw attention. 28.6 percent No question. The ASUN and WAC renewed their football alliance for the 2022 season. It had the SEC first, Big Ten second, ACC third and Big 12 fourth. If one leaves, we can safely predict the other one will.". Come 2025, UTRGV will introduce its football program, joining the WAC at the FCS level., PORTAL:These FCS teams have been most active in the transfer portal this offseason. 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CBS Sports subsequently reported interest had cooled on those four schools; however, adding those four schools would create additional inventory for the Big Ten, which could result in ESPN getting a piece of the action. 2 conference. 40.5 percent 34.4 percent The report was released Wednesday during a Board of Regents meeting held at UCLA to address its move to the Big Ten Conference in 2024. My point is, (conference realignment) is something we talk about constantly. 3. 2. It may not have the sexiest brands like the AAC, but theyve found their niche of teams, and I dont see many of them searching for greener pastures in the near future., (Top photo of Grayson McCall: Matt Pendleton / USA Today). Memphis: 1.1 percent As expected, the American Athletic Conference will officially be adding new members to its conference lineup in 2023. After missing out on another Big South football title, Monmouth departs the conference for the CAA in 2022.. Conferences are important at the FCS level because conference winners* receive automatic bids to the 24-team FCS playoffs. 5. Obviously, that would be a death blow for the Pac-12, as it would leave Washington State and Oregon State as its only remaining members. 21 percent 16 percent 6.7 percent Let us know your thoughts by leaving a comment on this story below. Or No. Could Big Ten reach out to more Pac-12 teams in expansion? He will continue to promote and whip the conference into shape, facing criticism head on. Without a Big Ten deal, ESPN has theoretically freed up money to spend as both conferences are currently in flux. It was in the background, and when Texas and Oklahoma moved to the SEC, that obviously opened the door for the Trojans to think about a big change. The football program has since posted just one winning season (16). 30.5 percent And a minor revival could be a real ", The Associated Press writes: "The departures of USC and UCLA from the Pac-12 Conference could mean an estimated loss of around $13 million per year in media rights for each of the remaining schools, according to an interim report issued by University of California Office of the President. Well see what happens in the coming weeks and months (and possibly years), but it seems the conference realignment situation is far from being fully resolved. Louisiana: 1.5 percent All realignment news is updated as of Oct. 14, 2022. 3.6 percent (Not happy) The Athletic has published a Group of 5 fan survey for three years now, and the results of all three have produced a different theme from readers. 31.3 percent Other schools like North Carolina, Virginia, Syracuse, Virginia Tech, Cal, Arizona State, and Colorado are also other possible dominoes that could fall should this SEC vs. Big Ten landgrab continue to snowball. The decision to add James Madison, Marshall, Southern Miss and Old Dominion was loved by fans on both sides. 26.3 percent We arent privy to the documents signed by the university and whether it would be subject to Big 12 exit fees. LEGAL INNOVATION | Tu Agente Digitalizador; LEGAL3 | Gestin Definitiva de Despachos; LEGAL GOV | Gestin Avanzada Sector Pblico Like it: 74.8 percent Maybe the schools will be able to tap into markets and invest to get that viewership. It led the conference to adding several schools that have no business playing FBS football, plus Liberty and I have absolutely no interest in my alma mater being associated with Liberty. Coastal Carolina: 2.7 percent 8.1 percent Published Jul. 4. Theres always a host of institutions either currently in the FCS or others, that we get constant phone calls. If Arizona State left the Pac-12 Conference, what would happen? Some of our institutions had an opportunity to leave a year ago and join the American and opted to stay, and I think that was a smart move. Temple: 0.3 percent Its like the ACC of the West., If the Pac-12 disbanded, the MWC should push for Washington State and Oregon State to join. ", Ben Koo of Awful Announcing wrote: "Oh man. Four years after Hampton made its oft-debated move to leave the MEAC and join the Big South, the Pirates are making another switch. 2. Steinbrechers approval improved in the 3s and 4s. A look at where every Super Bowl MVP went to college and which college has the most MVP's. If the network comes with a lowball offer and the conference fractures, the most valuable remaining football programs likely would jump to the Big 12. Conference Realignment Rumors 2022 CowpokeU Apr 20, 2022 CowpokeU *insert title* Staff member Messages 6,275 Apr 20, 2022 #1 Current word on the street is the B1G is going to move on the PAC but as is the Big XII. 8.5 percent (Not happy) Conference realignment "Rumors" "tweets" "etc" USF Bulls fans join us at The Bulls Pen. We believe Arizona, ASU, Colorado and Utah would prefer to remain in the Pac-12, and theres no indication that either league has a significant advantage in future revenue. North Texas: 5.9 percent Just saying, Utah would make a tremendous member of the Big 12 and elevate that league in the absence of Oklahoma and Texas. 2.2 percent When geography means nothing, anything is possible. 4. 4. Odds for Arizona, Arizona State to stay in Pac-12, Pac-12 has been 'fractured' by Big Ten, Big 12 conference realignment, expansion chatter, Pac-12 Conference, leadership slammed amid USC, UCLA Big Ten negotiations news, Pac-12 has package of undervalued inventory, Late games valuable to Pac-12 going forward, San Diego State a coveted school in conference realignment, Long-haul stability of Pac-12 must be considered. UMass I think would be solid in all sports but football, but I think that wouldve already happened if it was going to., Potential for a great basketball league., League needs a new commissioner and a rebrand., C-USA did the best it could on expansion with the hand it was dealt. Last year, 63 percent of respondents rated the leagues membership as a 4 or 5. 2022 CFN Memphis Preview 5. Additionally, he covered the 2021 Celebration Bowl. No difference: 9.1 percent. Lets be clear: The Pac-12 isnt adding value. Ball State: 2.9 percent But the long-haul stability issue certainly must be considered. P.J. Stan Becton joined NCAA.com in 2021 and has since served as an FCS, track and field, cross country and HBCU beat reporter. Larry Scott was supposed to be different, but its striking how similar to Hansen he became. It invites the question: What are the hills other conferences need to take in other regions of the country to fortify themselves in a long-term context? Where does Big Ten TV deal leave the Pac-12? 27.6 percent Campbell announced on August 3, 2022 that it would be leaving the Big South to join the CAA in 2023. Jul 23 2021. How happy are you with the MACs TV situation? ", More:ASU's Michael Crow slammed for 2019 Pac-12 comments amid college conference realignment, Trojans Wire's Matt Zemek wrote: "Simply by moving inventory off Pac-12 Networks and getting a much more competitive price on the market through ESPN or a streaming service such as Apple, the Pac-12 is poised to make millions more dollars per football game for the life of the new media rights deal it will eventually negotiate. Outside of the mergers, another notable happening during the most recent wave of conference realignment occurred when the SoCon doubled its exit fee for members to $2 million. With many of the things (that happen), we will have to be reactionary. How happy are you with the Sun Belts TV situation? (Daniel Dunn / USA Today), Northern Illinois beat Kent State for the MAC title last fall. Even without serious competition from other linear networks, ESPN could be incentivized to offer a contract that helps keep the Pac-12 intact. Should the Mountain West have expanded last year? Does conference realignment make you more or less interested in college sports? There has been a slight uptick in approval for the MAC, despite the lack of movement last year 33.8 percent rated the leagues membership as a 5, up from 21.7 percent last year. 1 post-realignment. The following teams are moving from the FCS to the FBS level: In 2022, James Madison will officially leave for the FBS, joining the Sun Belt. MWC fans feel good about the future. Northern Illinois, last years MAC champion and this years favorite, got 3 percent of the vote a year ago. Southern Utah joins Utah Tech as the northernmost programs in the conference. Gill received a 4 or 5 from 83.1 percent of respondents, nearly double the numbers last year. Conference realignment over the past year has brought into focus what fans of Group of 5 programs care about the most. 24 percent I think that will shift things. 34.2 percent He previously was managing editor of CoachingSearch.com. WebInicio; Servicios. About Saturday Down South | Ethics and Editorial Standards | Privacy Policy | Terms and Conditions | Do Not Sell My Personal Information, Other Conferences: Big Ten | ACC | Pac-12, A 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri, Adam now covers all 14 SEC football teams. UTSA:2.7 percent It's been over a week since USC and UCLA ditched the PAC-12 for a Four schools that would make sense in the Big 12 from the Pac-12 would include Arizona, Arizona State, Utah, and Colorado, a school that left the Big 12 for the Pac-10 when the conference expanded to 12 members. In our estimation, Notre Dame will sign a new deal with NBC and remain Independent, limiting the Big Tens options. 4. Hansen was known for valuing the Olympic sports but not understanding or putting enough effort into building the Pacs football brand. Check out the latest updates, speculation, rumors, chatter and reports surround the future of the conference. 6.7 percent (Poor job) According to Charley Walters, a sports columnist for Pioneer Press, the Big 12 is said to be quietly seeking Minnesota as an expansion target. 5.6 percent (Very happy). The Virginia-based HBCU now has a regional conference rival, with William & Mary only minutes away in the 757. Readers appreciate the regionality of the league but disagree on the midweek games. Could March Madness get Utah Valley coach Mark Madsen dancing again. The ASUN and WAC will share one automatic qualifying bid, going to one of the two conference champions. No opinion: 11.4 percent. Houston: 24.3 percent 3. The Big Ten and the SEC are already destined and in position to form their mega-conference, everyone else is playing catch-up. 4. Lets make fun of weird rumors. 3.3 percent (Not happy) Good stadium size and 20 college football teams we aren't sold on in 2023, SEC Basketball Power Rankings: Mizzou shocks Tennessee, Alabama downs Auburn and more, SEC Basketball Power Rankings: Alabama stays unbeaten in SEC play, Tennessee outlasts Auburn and more, SEC Basketball Power Rankings: A new top team emerges, Alabama loses in blowout fashion, Mizzou lights it up again. However, the conference will have five playoff-eligible teams during the 2023-2025 seasons since Lindenwood won't be postseason eligible until 2026. time and risk move in lockstep in the realignment game. 2.4 20192020. 5. Chris Vannini covers the Group of 5 conferences, college football coaching and national college football for The Athletic. 39.3 percent Nearly 40 percent now say its the best G5 league, up from 11.5 percent last year. ", Matt Zemek of Trojans Wire wrote: "The Pac-12, Big 12, and ACC have to find ways of being relevant within that structure when it becomes a regular part of the college football media landscape. Like VCU, Wichita States dissimilarity to existing Big East members would also give university commissioners pause. I think that the composition of the league makes sense and love that its pretty geographically cohesive, but they probably should have targeted a pair of Texas schools in 2021 to better position themselves for the next round of potential defections.. We saw the ASUN and WAC merge to form the AQ7 in 2021, but that was only a one-year partnership at the time. Penn State womens basketball wins first Big Ten tournament game since 2018. So we know who's out, but here's who's joining the FCS. Bryant leaves the NEC to join the Big South as an associate football member.The comes after Big South lost multiple members. Amid conference realignment chaos, whats next for the Big 12? As it turns out that isnt for a lack of trying, just not on the Mountain Wests part. 53.6 percent (Not happy) 37.3 percent Sports Illustrated's Kevin Borba included San Diego State SMU, UNLV, Fresno State, Boise State and Houston on his list. It's been a wild offseason in FCS football, with teams and conferences changing more than ever. Lamar, a founding member of the Southland, originally announced its decision to rejoin the conference in 2023 on April 8, 2022. 2. SMU: 5.1 percent Sep 3 2021. The views on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the NCAA or its member institutions. 13.6 percent (Great job). In 2024, Kennesaw State will be leaving for the FBS. The Pac-12 is desirable because ESPN would not otherwise have any games in the valuable "fourth window" -- after 10 p.m. The loss of Austin Peay and Murray State will drop the OVC to six teams in the future UT Martin, Southeast Missouri State, Tennessee State, Tennessee Tech and Eastern Illinois are the holdovers, while FCS newcomer Lindenwood joins. Mountain West Conference commissioner Craig Thompson stands next to Utah State quarterback Logan Bonner (1) who kisses the trophy after the Aggies defeated San Diego State in the Mountain West Conference Championship, Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, in Carson, Calif. UCF: 7.8 percent However, the conference did see Bethune-Cookman and Florida A&M leave in 2021, leaving the conference with six teams. Georgia Southern: 2.8 percent 23.7 percent Both the Pac-12 and the Big 12 are for now mostly focused on trying from an optics standpoint to seem like the more stable conference capable of absorbing the remains of the other conference. 1 to stay at the number if we were to lose members. All rights reserved. To come to the Big East, Wichita State would need to provide a 27-month notice as well as forfeit $10 million dollars. Similarly, Aresco had nearly 70 percent rating him a 4 or 5 last year. 6.8 percent 33.1 percent Thats 26 games, with little or no competition, in primetime windows for the West Coast and Mountain Time Zone audiences. After joining the Big South in 2021, the Aggies are leaving for the CAA. 25.8 percent 13.3 percent Wyoming: 4.5 percent While the Big Ten has no signs of making any conference realignment changes anytime soon, there will be a good amount of changes going down a year from now. If Arizona left the Pac-12 Conference, where would it go? Where this rumor actually comes from is unknown. It has an ironclad geographic identity. This has been one of the more unexpected but genuine plot twists in the larger theater of college sports realignment. Big Ten expansion and Pac-12 realignment rumors are heating up after the move of Texas and Oklahoma to the SEC. 14.7 percent Two years ago, it was frustration over a lack of College Football Playoff access and being looked down upon. Will the Mountain West Conference expand? Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. 1. Here are Jon Wilner's predictions for the conference's survival odds, media partner and more. It did not go to fruition. The Owls will begin their FBS transition in 2023 and will be ineligible for postseason play. Similar to the MAC, the Mountain West saw an increase in approval after choosing not to expand last year. 33.9 percent ET inventory with little, if any competition at that hour.". Thats the second-highest among G5 leagues. There are downsides. How would you rate commissioner Keith Gills performance? By James Fragoza July 12, 2.7 percent (Poor job) 5. As noted above, one of the Pac-12s chief selling points is the ability to provide inventory for the late TV broadcast windows on both Friday and Saturday. Thats anything but an overwhelming favorite. Sanitiza tu hogar o negocio con los mejores resultados. Moving from the FCS The following teams are moving from the FCS to the FBS level: In 2022, James Madison We mention the Big 12 piece because of the strategic calculation facing ESPN. At some point when the bleeding is actually over, they too will have to figure out their television futures. Its a mix of pride and acceptance. 230 posts. Wednesday wasnt the first time Thompson has let on that teams have approached the MW about potential membership. 3. 1. Tiebreaker formulas are to be set by each conference and may include use of the ASUN-WAC Power Ranking after the conclusion of regular season play. 2. Feelings on the TV situation and #MACtion remain mixed, and readers rank the league in the lower half of the G5. time and risk move in lockstep in the realignment game. Though star players in the G5 could move to the P5, most movement in the portal is lateral or downward. 4. 5.4 percent (Very happy). ", David Hookstead of Outkick wrote: "During a University of California Board of Regents meeting Wednesday, it was revealed the PAC-12 will lose $150 million in annual media revenue with theTrojansleaving, according to Stewart Mandel. In 2025, UTRGV will have joined the conference, bringing the total number of football-playing schools to six.. The transfer portal is a two-way street. Less: 37.6 percent 4.6 percent 2. 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