Quote:
Originally Posted by vailpass
You assume football is the only thing MU and it's alumni, student body and supporters care about. Which is the SEC mindset.
I'm not saying MU will regret it, just pointing out a potential difference in philosophies.
|
Right, but the reality is that conferences are based on athletics, and primarily for football. Mizzou fans don't have to act or speak like Alabama fans to share a conference with them. Mizzou's academics aren't going to take a hit by going to the SEC, and Alabama's are not going to improve because Mizzou is now in the conference.
Great arguments could be made for B1G or SEC, and Mizzou is a good fit for either. SEC has an opening and B1G doesn't though so it is an easy decision.