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FromTheInside said:
LOL.

I'm well aware how ratings "work". But Fox bid the NBE contract based on their expectation of the ratings. Hence why the contract is so small. The ratings the NBE has pulled in have exceeded Fox's expectations. So, when UConn signs to join as the 11th member, it will trigger the Fox contract to be renegotiated at today's values. The contract will jump noticeably in value as a result of the NBE outperforming their contract + the addition of UConn.

Also, I'm not conflating anything. You're reading about everything in the press on a lag. No different than looking at the stars at night. The light you're seeing was emanated a billion years ago. You're just now seeing the effects though. Same deal with realignment. Much (but not all) happens long before you hear a word. For instance, the ACC engaged ESPN about a conference network first, then Notre Dame, then Pitt/Syracuse. But, Pitt/Syracuse happened first, Notre Dame was a year later, and the Grant of Rights the following year, with the ACC Network was agreed to 3 years after that.

I have no need for e-cred or bragging rights. I just stopped by after a 6 year absence to see what people thought, was surprised to see so many grumbling, and decided to offer insight. My original posts in 2012 prove I'm not a regular Joe guessing at this stuff. If you want to pitch a fit, quibble, grow a pair of balls and try to knock me down a peg or two, be my guest. It doesn't matter to me. TheBoneyard isn't my life or my interest. I'm signing off in a couple of minutes to watch Argentina in the Copa America and after that, you won't see me any more.

Good luck with the move. I probably won't think about coming back to gloat, but do me a favor and tip your hat to me when the NBE contract is reworked and you see the value jump significantly. THAT is the area of this conversation I am an expert on. But for very obvious reasons, I'm not going to pull back the curtain. I'm not going to say anything that violates a NDA. You'll see though. UConn just took a very good step forward financially, even if you don't see it yet.

All the best.....
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it’s the internet - it’s amazing that people can pick and choose their sources because of their biases rather than determining who is legit.
 
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The Viking said:
Hurley has already done well in recruiting, now he gets to tell kids in the northeast/mid-atlantic they get to stay in their footprint and have games at MSG? Compared to the alternative sales pitch, that's huge.
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It is certainly true that this realignment move is "complementary" to Hurley's recruiting strategy. I hope that pays off in the long term.
 
Dooley said:
Way too many mistakes. From hiring bad ahtletic directors to hiring bad coaches to APR to paying waaaay too much attention to APR to being slow to add football to begin with...just a loooong line of bad decisions.

In a way, I hope today's news will spark a bigger national debate about the demise of college athletics and the direction it is headed. The name UConn is a huge name and nationally recognized. That hasn't and wont' change. But the P5 split has very real consequences to the NCAA and college athletics in general. Maybe UConn dropping down to second tier will open enough eyes that a real long hard look will take place into the scamshow of the NCAA. I hope so. It'll help me feel better that UConn has fallen on its sword here.
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Wow I was thinking of what Dooley would think of this news. Just noticed your new signature. Yikes.
 
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Dooley said:
Well said. I've always enjoyed your posts Fishy.

Can you please deactivate my Dooley Boneyard account? I'm going back to casual lurking for the interim and eventual disconnect from all things UConn. Thanks!
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Don't do it Dooley. You are needed in these trying times.
 
CL82 said:
As soon as you "explained how Notre Dame picked Syracuse to join with them, you kind of lost all credibility. You did get one checklist spot on though:

Troll life cycle

☑ Start reasonable
☑ Misstatements
☑ Indigent reply when correct
☑ Personal Attacks
☑ Storm off in huff.
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I think he is saying that by signing the long term football deals with Pitt and SU ( instead of UCONN ) it made them financially more attractive to the ACC, bumping us. 5 ND away games each for SU / Pitt probably puts $30M in the ACC’s pocket.

Ct legislature us.
 
Dooley said:
Well said. I've always enjoyed your posts Fishy.

Can you please deactivate my Dooley Boneyard account? I'm going back to casual lurking for the interim and eventual disconnect from all things UConn. Thanks!
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"Disconnect from all things UConn"

You were never a fan. Certainly not an alum.
 
Can’t wait until people can comment. I want to hear from Coach so bad. You know coaching in the big east has been a dream of his for a long time.

Hope we leave the conference on a positive note. Leaving with a bad taste of Uconn in their mouths. This season actually should be pretty fun.
 
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Fox is so much better than ESPN in terms of quality for sports events. There was no was no way I was paying for ESPN+ to watch the teams we were playing with crappy refs and announcers. Any games Fox doesn't pick up hopefully SNY will. I'd pay monthly for Fox and SNY if need be
 
I guess ESPN didn’t call the emergency meeting with the ACC and conceded the Apple to the NBE, right Butch
 
FriarJ said:
Okay who cares, why is that important. You quoted my post with this so I have no idea why it matters. My point remains that there was going to be a lot more top tier UConn content on ESPN+ than what some fans on this board are willing to admit. The who's whos at UConn know it though, bet on that and this was a big driver in this you will find out.
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You got the CBS contract with the AAC wrong. It's not for CBSSN. It's for CBS Network. Jeez. There's a world of difference between the two.
 
Reminder for the haters @Chief00 DIRECTLY confirmed(a rarity for chief) Uconn to the Bug East, It happened less than 24 hours later.
 
If Michael Aresco gets his 10 million from Uconn and Kevin doesn’t do Kevin’s lawyers use this as proof of racial discrimination in their suit? One could argue Mike violated the contract with the TV deal.

Also, why is Michael Aresco’s picture on google a teenager holding a book titled “the complete guide to punting” lol.
 
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Really happy about this.

People who thought a P5 invitation was going to come some day were dreaming. We couldn’t get one off of a MBB championship, WBB dominance and a decent football team.

Now? We’re rebuilding the men’s team, the women only have so many years before Geno goes, and we have an awful football team.

The idea that we could be a football school was dumb in itself. We aren’t. We’re a basketball school, be in the basketball conference.

It’s going to make Uconn money just be reducing the travel cost. Never mind increase in attendance. The idea that the Big East is worse than the AAC in basketball is laughable. Nova alone makes the conference better.
 
UcannUconn said:
Front page ESPN article

www.espn.com

What UConn's expected move to the Big East could mean for its biggest programs

Our experts weigh in on how a conference change could impact the Huskies.
www.espn.com www.espn.com
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Crazy:

Whom does the American add?

The league has done a nice job of marketing itself as the sixth member of the Power 5 with some strong seasons by the likes of UCF, Houston and Navy, among others, so the American can afford to be picky. The best option might be Army, which brings a national fan base and an instant rivalry with Navy. Still, Army's last go-round with conference affiliation -- a seven-year stint in Conference USA in which the Black Knights compiled a 13-67 record -- might be enough to keep Army out.

From there, the American could prioritize up-and-coming programs in stronger media markets (Charlotte, Old Dominion, Georgia State), smaller programs with a recent history of success (Troy, UAB, North Texas) or focus on recruiting hotbeds that would offer good rivalry opportunities with existing members (Georgia Southern, Louisiana Tech, FIU, FAU).
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If these are the American's choices, why wouldn't they ask UConn back as football only? Surely a state school is a much bigger revenue producer for the league than the likes of Charlotte, Old Dominion, Georgia State, Troy, UAB, North Texas, Georgia Southern, Louisiana Tech, FIU, or FAU.
 
pj said:
Crazy:



If these are the American's choices, why wouldn't they ask UConn back as football only? Surely a state school is a much bigger revenue producer for the league than the likes of Charlotte, Old Dominion, Georgia State, Troy, UAB, North Texas, Georgia Southern, Louisiana Tech, FIU, or FAU.
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So happy we aren't dealing with this. Someone would have been poached before us. And Tulane and ECU would eventually become middle of the road programs here.
 
pj said:
Crazy:



If these are the American's choices, why wouldn't they ask UConn back as football only? Surely a state school is a much bigger revenue producer for the league than the likes of Charlotte, Old Dominion, Georgia State, Troy, UAB, North Texas, Georgia Southern, Louisiana Tech, FIU, or FAU.
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the fact that they are looking to replace us with the likes of Georgia southern or FIU tells you all you need to know about the conference.
 
Walker11 said:
So happy we aren't dealing with this. Someone would have been poached before us.
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Imagine having to go to North Texas to play them in basketball? Are they even a mid-major?
 
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