Wow that would be a massive shift. Does PAC-12 scoop up some MWC teams if UCLA & USC Leave?
USC and UCLA are two of the Pac-12's most valuable brands, both in terms of success and visibility. Their entries into the Big Ten would create a cross-continental superconference on par with the expanding SEC. Both would stand at 16 teams after USC and UCLA move to the Big Ten as Texas and Oklahoma enter the SEC, which is slated to happen in 2025.
When word word leaked that the Longhorns and Sooners intended to leave the Big 12, it created a firestorm of backlash from those left behind in the conference, especially from the other schools within their states. In other words, expect Cal in particular to be on the offensive, especially since it is part of the University of California system along with UCLA.
Considering that the Pac-12 has already struggled in highly visible and profitable sports like football and men's basketball in recent years, the exodus of two powers would be a potentially gutting blow. As this latest realignment saga plays out
USC and UCLA are two of the Pac-12's most valuable brands, both in terms of success and visibility. Their entries into the Big Ten would create a cross-continental superconference on par with the expanding SEC. Both would stand at 16 teams after USC and UCLA move to the Big Ten as Texas and Oklahoma enter the SEC, which is slated to happen in 2025.
When word word leaked that the Longhorns and Sooners intended to leave the Big 12, it created a firestorm of backlash from those left behind in the conference, especially from the other schools within their states. In other words, expect Cal in particular to be on the offensive, especially since it is part of the University of California system along with UCLA.
Considering that the Pac-12 has already struggled in highly visible and profitable sports like football and men's basketball in recent years, the exodus of two powers would be a potentially gutting blow. As this latest realignment saga plays out