Who is the Big 12 considering for expansion?
The Athletic, citing sources close to the situation, reports the Big 12 is most seriously considering independent BYU and American Athletic Conference members Houston, Cincinnati and UCF. The conference’s 10 schools would need a supermajority vote — 80 percent — to add the programs.
When did Texas A&M leave the Big 12?
The Big 12 lost four members between 2010 and 2013, replaced by two others (Colorado, Nebraska, Missouri, and Texas A&M left; TCU and West Virginia joined).
Is Rice going to join the Big 12?
The American is adding UAB, UTSA, Rice, North Texas, Charlotte and Florida Atlantic to replace three schools that are leaving for the Big 12 Conference —- eventually.
Will the Big 12 add Boise State?
The other three programs will join “no later than” July 1, 2024. Sources stressed Boise State and Memphis are among several schools being discussed. It has long been known that Boise State is on the Big 12’s list of potential future additions. Boise State, if it joins, would be a travel partner with BYU in the Big 12.
Will the Big 12 ever have 12 teams again?
The Big 12 Conference announced Friday that BYU, Central Florida, Cincinnati and Houston will become members of the conference no later than 2024-25, bringing the league back to 12 teams.
What league is Rice football in?
NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision
Rice Owls football/Division
What conference is Rice football in?
NCAA Conference USA Football
Rice Owls football/Conference
What was the expansion process for the Big 12 Conference?
The Big 12’s infamous 2016 expansion process, during which the conference asked for applications from prospective members and interviewed at least 11 schools, gives the league more than a jumpstart. It gives the Big 12 cover from potential lawsuits.
Who are the schools that did not get into the Big 12?
Schools that did not make the cut were Arkansas State, Boise State, East Carolina, Memphis, New Mexico, Northern Illinois, San Diego State and Nevada-Las Vegas. This time around, the top contenders are expected to be BYU, Central Florida, Cincinnati, Houston, Boise State, SMU and Memphis.
Who are the finalists for the Big 12 expansion?
The Big 12 ended up with 12 finalists for expansion in 2016: Air Force, Brigham Young, Central Florida, Cincinnati, Colorado State, Connecticut, Houston, Rice, South Florida, Southern Methodist, Temple and Tulane. Other applications were received.
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