The PAC 10 expansion groundswell

[DapperDan]

Is there a possibility that Chip Brown is totally full of shit and/or been fed some very bad information? So far, the only thing that has really happened is Colorado is leaving for the Pac 10. Big deal, people have been discussing that on CB since its inception.

The ink's not dry on Nebraska to the Big 10, and the main origin of that story is coming out of Chip Brown. As for Texas, aTm, Okie State, OU and Tech leaving for the Pac 10, hasn't that also been coming from Chip Brown? What happens if this guy's been fed a line of bullshit from someone who's been trying to obscure what's really been going on?

Multiple reporters from SI and ESPN have independently confirmed Chip's stories through their own sources.

SI's Stewart Mandel tweeted this morning @ChipBrownOB You're a superstar, my man. Remember us one day.

It's a very fluid situation. Things may change before it's all said and done, but there really isn't any reason to doubt Chip Brown's sources (any more than normal). He's not hearing things differently than other major reporters, just faster.

[Blueintheface]

Madison, Twin Cities, Iowa, 2 trips to Indiana or Pacific Northwest, LA, the Bay Area and Phoenix? Tough choice.

Minnesota is a great place. As cold as advertised but the Scandinavian women really do keep you warm!

[HuskyFreeNorthwest]

Do you think fear of pending earthquakes is part of the reason Texas and A&M are looking at the Big Ten now?

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[SteelBlue]

This thread is like a young Peyton Manning, methodically working its way into the record books. Everyone knows it will eventually surpass that damned Lakers thread, it's only a matter of when.

Sorry for this post not containing any actual news. Chip Brown was tweeting like a 14 year old girl all day until this latest news broke. I'm wondering if his source has suddenly stopped answering his calls.

[Hot Lunch]

This thread is like a young Peyton Manning, methodically working its way into the record books. Everyone knows it will eventually surpass that damned Lakers thread, it's only a matter of when.

Not the Call of Duty thread though. Let's make sure we keep our priorities in place here.

[Uncle Ted]

Texas Tech happy to be along for the ride (hopefully)...

"Texas Tech University is optimistic and excited about the future of our athletics program. We are still monitoring the situation and will comment in more detail at the appropriate time. Our potential options are positive for the university."

[LA Ute]

I can't keep up, so sorry if I am duplicating, but but who is this guy:

http://kentsterling.com/2010/06/10/b...hoose-big-ten/

I have never heard of Kent Sterling, but he says:

College Station, Texas, based sources close to Texas A&M confirm the scenario of Texas A&M, Texas and Nebraska joining the Big 10, bringing the total to 14. This is totally logical when you think about it. Hence, the “Tech problem”, as Texas Tech is attempting (has attempted?) to stand in the way. Everyone knows UT Austin drives the cattle in conference expansion, and well-heeled alumni have (loudly and repeatedly) let it be known they are not enthralled with going to Corvallis or Pullman for 11 pm EST Saturday night games. Conversely, and direct quoting: ”we love the idea of Michigan, Ohio State and Penn State road games” at their respective 110,000 seat Casas’ Grande. “We especially like the idea of those fans coming here (Texas) rather than the Baylors and Texas Techs, because those schools will fill hotel rooms and support local restaurants and businesses. It simply makes sense for Texas”. He continued, ”It will be a bowl game-like atmosphere every Saturday these schools come to town”.

Sources also confirmed the rift with Texas Tech and Baylor is that “UT and A&M have joined together in this decision”. By adding this trio, UT does not “go to war alone in a new conference” when ongoing issues arise. This scenario also appeases the Texas legislators seeking to avoid any role in any decision (unless its popular and they can later take credit for it). It ensures there will be Texas based programming each weekend, and “Texas based Big Ten football in Texas every Saturday” in the fall, a key element to the negotiations. No empty Saturdays for the State of Texas, or the Big Ten Network.

So it appears Texas is covered.

If Texas and A&M opt to move to the Big Ten, what ramifications does that have for the reported expansion of the Pac-10. Does it then become the Pac-14 instead of 16? Do they invite Kansas and Baylor into the mix. Hey, if Texas Tech can move to a conference with the word “Pacific” in it, why not Kansas.

Now looking to the east, the source confirms a combination of Notre Dame, Syracuse and Rutgers will join in the next phase, bring the mega conference to 16. This secures the New York/New Jersey megamarket. Notre Dame says no more than 14. but does the Leprechaun have any clothes at this point?

Could Notre Dame be left out?

Jack Swarbrick, The eyes of Texas are upon you.

To say this story is fluid and changing by the minute is a huge understatement

[Coach McGuirk]

Not the Call of Duty thread though. Let's make sure we keep our priorities in place here.

Speaking of which, where the hell has everyone been? I figured you were having a little burnout but that place has been a ghost town.

[Hot Lunch]

Speaking of which, where the hell has everyone been? I figured you were having a little burnout but that place has been a ghost town.

I was a little burnt out after the amount of hours I put in this past weekend. I am actually planning on playing tonight if you want to go shoot some terrorists with me.

[Color Me Badd Fan]

I can't keep up, so sorry if I am duplicating, but but who is this guy:

http://kentsterling.com/2010/06/10/b...hoose-big-ten/

I have never heard of Kent Sterling, but he says:

In other words, Texas to the Big 10 makes a lot more sense than Texas to the Pac 10. This theory also explains why Oklahoma is supposedly having discussions with the SEC. I'm more inclined to believe this rather than Stanford and Cal signing off on being in the same conference with Texas Tech and Okie State.

[SoonerCoug]

In other words, Texas to the Big 10 makes a lot more sense than Texas to the Pac 10. This theory also explains why Oklahoma is supposedly having discussions with the SEC.

I'd just like to reiterate that Oklahoma sports reporters act like this entire Texas-to-BIG10 rumor is ludicrous. They say that OU and Texas are inseparable. I tend to agree, but who knows what is happening behind closed doors?

I recommend the sports animal if any of you are interested in hearing what people have to say around here:

http://www.thesportsanimal.com/article.asp?id=579140

[Color Me Badd Fan]

I'd just like to reiterate that Oklahoma sports reporters act like this entire Texas-to-BIG10 rumor is ludicrous. They say that OU and Texas are inseparable. I tend to agree, but who knows what is happening behind closed doors?

I recommend the sports animal if any of you are interested in hearing what people have to say around here:

http://www.thesportsanimal.com/article.asp?id=579140

Texas and Oklahoma were in fact separated until 1996. Oklahoma was thriving until the mid 80s without having Texas in the same conference. Though I do agree that Oklahoma desperately wants to hang with Texas, I don't necessarily think that Texas feels the same way. No matter what, Oklahoma will land on its feet and potentially in a better place. Competitively speaking, I think Oklahoma could have a leg up on Texas if it ends up in the SEC and Texas is in the Big 10. I think a lot of recruits will listen more to Oklahoma when it talks about playing in the SEC as opposed to the Big 10, which is perceived as more or less a joke in SEC country, which Texas is really close to.

[SeattleUte]

I'd just like to reiterate that Oklahoma sports reporters act like this entire Texas-to-BIG10 rumor is ludicrous. They say that OU and Texas are inseparable. I tend to agree, but who knows what is happening behind closed doors?

I recommend the sports animal if any of you are interested in hearing what people have to say around here:

http://www.thesportsanimal.com/article.asp?id=579140

It's not nearly as ridiculous as Big 12 South to the Pac 10.

[SoonerCoug]

Texas and Oklahoma were in fact separated until 1996. Oklahoma was thriving until the mid 80s without having Texas in the same conference. Though I do agree that Oklahoma desperately wants to hang with Texas, I don't necessarily think that Texas feels the same way.

Of all the news stations to break this story, why would be it be a station from Kansas City that doesn't even have a sports staff?

[SeattleUte]

In other words, Texas to the Big 10 makes a lot more sense than Texas to the Pac 10. This theory also explains why Oklahoma is supposedly having discussions with the SEC. I'm more inclined to believe this rather than Stanford and Cal signing off on being in the same conference with Texas Tech and Okie State.

No kidding.