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Where are people getting BYU from? Who is reporting them as a possibility? Is it wishful thinking?Navy
Air Force
BYU
Houston
Temple
UCF
Where are people getting BYU from? Who is reporting them as a possibility? Is it wishful thinking?Navy
Air Force
BYU
Houston
Temple
UCF
If we're going to 12, we need more than Navy, AFA, and BYU. ECU has more clout than Temple even if you refuse to acknowledge it. Just look at their record, their stadium, and their attendance. In a BCS conference there is no reason they can't compete with UNC and NC State. They're better than Duke, and have more potential than WF.
IMO, BYU is not coming to the Big East. They will go Big 12 or stay independent. What makes you think BYU is even a possibility?
The Big East football conference should focus on teams in the geographical area, not teams 2000 miles away. I would see if UMASS would be willing to join. Same with Temple. See if Villanova will upgrade.
There is nothing wrong with adding schools in Texas. Having two teams in Texas and two in Florida is in the best long term interests of the football conference.
But adding SMU won't?
We don't need two Philly teams, and Villanova's heart isn't into this. Take Temple and move on.
Where did I say we should add SMU and nobody else?But adding SMU won't?
So what makes you think we can get BYU? Just because we have a BCS bid? You don't think the Big 12 would step in the way they did with TCU if it appeared BYU was going to go to the Big East?This is all speculation and clearly our opinions are as big of a guess as the next guys. But we have AQ status still and if we fought hard I feel could get those 4 schools (especially if Missouri stays). ECU's record and attendance are impressive, yes. But they have no national exposure. This does nothing for TV contracts and bowls. You can make the argument that most BE school's don't have that either but we should be looking for the best available to improve our next deal. I still don't get the point of over saturated conferences and think getting to 10 teams with solid schools is better than getting to 12 with weak schools. Again, this is all opinion, nothing 100% fact based.
Probably. But that would mean one less current BE team removed.So what makes you think we can get BYU? Just because we have a BCS bid? You don't think the Big 12 would step in the way they did with TCU if it appeared BYU was going to go to the Big East?
I am in agreement on UMass. It is better than ECU or UCF or Memphis long-term, because what will save the BCS bid is markets, not random schools in a league.
Probably. But that would mean one less current BE team removed.
I'm not opposed to adding BYU. My goal has always been to retain the BCS status. In that respect, Boise, BYU, and Navy need to be at the top of the list. Then UCF, SMU, and Houston.Probably. But that would mean one less current BE team removed.
I'm not opposed to adding BYU. My goal has always been to retain the BCS status. In that respect, Boise, BYU, and Navy need to be at the top of the list. Then UCF, SMU, and Houston.
If we could add those 6, I would be happy. I don't think we can get BYU though, and I think Boise is a long shot.
The evaluation data includes the following for each conference (1) the ranking of the highest-ranked team in the final BCS standings each year, (2) the final regular-season rankings of all conference teams in the computer rankings used by the BCS each year and (3) the number of teams in the top 25 of the final BCS standings each year.
Thinking outside the box . . .Why don't we raid the ACC and invite, say, NC State and MD to join us? I know the chances of this happening is, at best, infinitesimal considering the $20 million buyout fee and maybe other stipulations the conference has placed on its members.
Thinking outside the box . . .Why don't we raid the ACC and invite, say, NC State and MD to join us? I know the chances of this happening is, at best, infinitesimal considering the $20 million buyout fee and maybe other stipulations the conference has placed on its members.
I think it's the final regular season rankings that matter. For instance UConn finished 25th (i think) in the BCS poll in 2007 despite losing to Wake Forest in the bowl game.Could you shed light on what they mean by "Final BCS Standings"?
For instance, 2010, Cincy finished the regular season #3, but then they were blown out by Florida in the Sugar Bowl. So, logically, they would've dropped in a "Final BCS Standings". However, when you go to the BCS site, it appears that the Final Standings on record are the ones compiled at the end of the regular season.
Minor point, but I really think the BE needs to change its name as the new conference will basically be a collection on Independent schools. Call it Big America, All American Conference, Independent League, whatever. Leave the Big East name for basketball and Olympic sports which are still formidable and have a true 'East'ern flavor.
Yeah, but what are the chances that Uconn, RU, WVU and Louie agree to commit to the big east. According to stories today, these four refused to sign on to higher exit fees. Starting to get real dumb, as far as I'm concerned. Crabs in a barrel. Maybe one or two get out, but its better to stick together for the common good.Temple, Navy, Army, Buffalo, UCF, ECU.
UConn, Rutgers, WVU, Louisville, Cincy, USF
That's probably what your looking at folks. Tell me that conference couldn't whip up on the ACC in football? Their best three may be better than our best three but after that...
HartbeatHusky, I think some of these "new members" may just be pulling your leg. It's troll season here. Be careful backing up you might run one over.Not trying to be a smart-ass but it would seem you have answered your own question.