Other Sports Big 10 Report: Conference Realignment - Page 188

Mr. Laz · 02:57 PM

A source in St. Louis familiar with the situation told NewsCenter 16 Thursday afternoon that Missouri will leave the Big XII and soon join the Big 10. Other schools expected to follow the Tigers are Syracuse, Pitt, Rutgers and Nebraska.

Many have speculated that such an expansion would include Notre Dame but ND athletic director Jack Swarbrick told me today that the Irish prefer to stay independent in football and in the Big East for other sports. Swarbrick said maintaining football Independence is such a part of what Notre Dame is.

He went on to say the Big East is a great partner for the University in other sports.

"We do have to monitor what is going on," Swarbrick said. "There will be significant shifts. "Hopefully we can navigate them by keeping our football independent and keeping our Big East affiliation because that is what we care about."

The move of Syracuse, Pitt and Rutgers to the Big Ten from the Big East could categorically change the landscape of the Big East itself. Thus, what Swarbrick is referring to when stating the University must continue to monitor what is going on.

The interview with Swarbrick was done before the late afternoon announcement.

http://www.wndu.com/sports/headlines/92447574.html

Bambi · 06-09-2010, 01:39 PM

Yeah, kinda knew that MU would not be getting an invite to the Big 10. If they had a brand like Neb maybe but it's just too much to split the pie with a school that doesn't really bring them anything in the end.

Pants · 06-09-2010, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Stewie

Take if for what it's worth.

Which is "nothing".

EDIT: I'm saying KK is a ****ing idiot who's less informed than any reader of this thread. Not trying to talk smack on you.

ArrowheadHawk · 06-09-2010, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Stewie

For what it's worth, KK is reporting that MU has been rebuffed by the Big 10 and they're scrambling in Columbia about what to do.

His scenario (from his sources) is that this has been a Big 10/Pac 10 football power power-grab all along. Nebraska to the Big Ten and the Pac 10 gets the Texas/Oklahoma teams. ND still seems to be in the mix and if they join the Big 10 Nebraska may be out.

Take if for what it's worth.

Is this from his very reliable sources?

Brock · 06-09-2010, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by ArrowheadHawk

Not in the media markets they bring. I think he is saying that its stupid to think its only about viewers in your area its also about ratings.

They bring eyeballs from around the country. It's one of the most storied CFB teams in the history of the sport.

baitism · 06-09-2010, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Stewie

For what it's worth, KK is reporting that MU has been rebuffed by the Big 10 and they're scrambling in Columbia about what to do.

His scenario (from his sources) is that this has been a Big 10/Pac 10 football power power-grab all along. Nebraska to the Big Ten and the Pac 10 gets the Texas/Oklahoma teams. ND still seems to be in the mix and if they join the Big 10 Nebraska may be out.

Take if for what it's worth.

Of course he also said he had no sources (i.e. talking out his ass).

WildTurkey · 06-09-2010, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Wickedson

Yeah, kinda knew that MU would not be getting an invite to the Big 10. If they had a brand like Neb maybe but it's just too much to split the pie with a school that doesn't really bring them anything in the end.

After all of the shit MUrons have been talking I would find it ****ing hilarious if they didn't get invited to the Big 10

Titty Meat · 06-09-2010, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ArrowheadHawk

Hold that thought. Haven't you heard KU and KSU to the Big East.

I will bet you casino cash that doesn't happen.

Sure-Oz · 06-09-2010, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by WildTurkey

After all of the shit MUrons have been talking I would find it ****ing hilarious if they didn't get invited to the Big 10

Hilarious cause KU fans would be too classy not to say crap if the tides were turned.

Sure-Oz · 06-09-2010, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stewie

For what it's worth, KK is reporting that MU has been rebuffed by the Big 10 and they're scrambling in Columbia about what to do.

His scenario (from his sources) is that this has been a Big 10/Pac 10 football power power-grab all along. Nebraska to the Big Ten and the Pac 10 gets the Texas/Oklahoma teams. ND still seems to be in the mix and if they join the Big 10 Nebraska may be out.

Take if for what it's worth.

Interesting, thanks for posting

ArrowheadHawk · 06-09-2010, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Brock

They bring eyeballs from around the country. It's one of the most storied CFB teams in the history of the sport.

I have seen many takes on the Baskball programs. What are some takes for Football. Who are the top 5 teams?

Here is my list

1. Oklahoma
2. Notre Dame
3. Ohio State
4. USC
5. Nebraska

Pants · 06-09-2010, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wickedson

Yeah, kinda knew that MU would not be getting an invite to the Big 10. If they had a brand like Neb maybe but it's just too much to split the pie with a school that doesn't really bring them anything in the end.

Nothing official has come out yet. I still think MU would make a lot of sense for B10.

Bambi · 06-09-2010, 01:43 PM

At least we will all have CHIEFS FOOTBALL!

siberian khatru · 06-09-2010, 01:44 PM

It wouldn't surprise me if MU got left out of the B10. But it would surprise me if KK had the story.

Remember, this is the guy who a couple of weeks ago had MU (and NU) to the B10 as a done deal. They had been offered already. Got him cited by ESPN and everything.

And how's that KC-NFL drug ring story coming along?

He's a clown. If he's right about this, it's only by accident or coincidence. He's probably using as his "source" that juicy Tigerboard posting.

Brock · 06-09-2010, 01:44 PM

So, what if only Nebraska leaves? It seems apparent that would be just as bad as if Nebraska and Missouri left.

Pants · 06-09-2010, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Sure-Oz

Hilarious cause KU fans would be too classy not to say crap if the tides were turned.

This has been my whole point the entire time you guys have been calling KU fans arrogant douchebags.

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Mr. Laz Don't Tease Me Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: KS Casino cash: $11047037	Big 10 Report: Conference Realignment A source in St. Louis familiar with the situation told NewsCenter 16 Thursday afternoon that Missouri will leave the Big XII and soon join the Big 10. Other schools expected to follow the Tigers are Syracuse, Pitt, Rutgers and Nebraska. Many have speculated that such an expansion would include Notre Dame but ND athletic director Jack Swarbrick told me today that the Irish prefer to stay independent in football and in the Big East for other sports. Swarbrick said maintaining football Independence is such a part of what Notre Dame is. He went on to say the Big East is a great partner for the University in other sports. "We do have to monitor what is going on," Swarbrick said. "There will be significant shifts. "Hopefully we can navigate them by keeping our football independent and keeping our Big East affiliation because that is what we care about." The move of Syracuse, Pitt and Rutgers to the Big Ten from the Big East could categorically change the landscape of the Big East itself. Thus, what Swarbrick is referring to when stating the University must continue to monitor what is going on. The interview with Swarbrick was done before the late afternoon announcement. http://www.wndu.com/sports/headlines/92447574.html Last edited by Mr. Laz; 06-10-2010 at 02:57 PM..
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Bambi Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: New York City Casino cash: $10036993	Yeah, kinda knew that MU would not be getting an invite to the Big 10. If they had a brand like Neb maybe but it's just too much to split the pie with a school that doesn't really bring them anything in the end.
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Bambi Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: New York City Casino cash: $10036993	At least we will all have CHIEFS FOOTBALL!
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siberian khatru 21st Century Schizoid Fan Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: The Gates of Delirium Casino cash: $-1135050	It wouldn't surprise me if MU got left out of the B10. But it would surprise me if KK had the story. Remember, this is the guy who a couple of weeks ago had MU (and NU) to the B10 as a done deal. They had been offered already. Got him cited by ESPN and everything. And how's that KC-NFL drug ring story coming along? He's a clown. If he's right about this, it's only by accident or coincidence. He's probably using as his "source" that juicy Tigerboard posting.
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Brock Say hello to my little friend Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Larryville Casino cash: $9598422	So, what if only Nebraska leaves? It seems apparent that would be just as bad as if Nebraska and Missouri left.
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