It's been awhile since a Power 5 conference grabbed up new members to bolster its ranks. The Big 12, however, will reportedly eye that scenario this Thursday during conference meetings in Dallas.
BYU is considered a frontrunner, but there are other scenarios at work.
From sportingnews.com:
1. The Big 12 could choose to move east to add Cincinnati and Connecticut. Cincinnati has developed the most consistent football program of potential expansion candidates and is located in a major media market. UConn is four-time NCAA champion in men’s basketball and also adds the cachet of the dynastic women’s basketball program.
2. For football recruiting purposes and long-term potential, the Big 12 could advance into Florida by adding Central Florida and South Florida.
3. The Big 12 could decide not to expand at all.
When the dust settles the footprint of Power 5 conferences will be hilarious.
