Does anyone else find it odd that among the now "major" and stable conferences that the Big 10 hasn't even began discussions to expand. As mighty as they think they are I just find it hard to believe they sit back and wait for all these geographical and sensible teams to get picked off .
Odd Big 10 isnt talking expansion
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Not at all. Why cut the pie more than you have to? Nobody is going to leave the Big 10 for another conference. With the exception of a handful of teams, anybody would jump at the chance to enter the Big 10. They will wait until they absolutely have to and still pretty much have their pick of whomever they want to add to the conference.
I'd argue the opposite. If it's true, it seems more like a signal of strength that they don't need to rush into the sweepstakes. They're not going to take anyone the don't think is an ideal fit. They have 12, and they have their championship game. I'm kind of glad if they let all this unfold from the sidelines, and if Pitt and possibly Rutgers are going in other directions. I wasn't thrilled with the possibility of them joining.
But again, this is based on the assumption they're NOT actively talking about it, which they very well could be and we just don't know it.
Exactly. What I really wonder is why the SEC isn't talking about ways to cut Vandy.
I'm guessing the B1G wants to see how this all unfolds with the SEC, Pac-12 and the Big 12 South. I'm not sure they expected the ACC to poach Pitt and Syracuse, but it happened. The true prize for the Big Ten is Notre Dame, so I'm guessing they're trying to figure out if they want to go expansion happy, once they land ND. You could add ISU, Kansas, KSU, etc, sure to get the numbers, but for the money (and that's all this is about), B1G officials want to land ND.
Why would the Big 10 want to expand???? No reason whatsoever.
More teams does not mean more TV money.
Most people dont understand that.
More teams does not mean more TV money.
Most people dont understand that.
There is also the possibility that they are better at keeping things quiet than the other conferences too.
yes for the the SEC, but A&M is a big time addition that they felt they couldn't pass up. At this point I'd be surprised if they went past 14, especially if it's true they turned down WV.
The ACC was in danger of some of their teams being poached by other leagues and made a preemptive strike to stabilize their league. It was a brilliant move.
The Pac 10 needs other markets besides the west coast. The time zone difference really hurts the value of their tv deal.
Here is a story from ESPN with thoughts on why the Big Ten is being quiet right now.
Tranghese: Big Ten could be big winner - Big Ten Blog - ESPN
Tranghese: Big Ten could be big winner - Big Ten Blog - ESPN
It depends on what you believe. If you believe 4 superconferences are capable of making the money some think it is capable of then yes 4 more schools could end up making more money for every team in the conference. If you don't believe that than stick with 12.