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Because it would be mismanagement of the highest order. You are already in one of the two power conferences. I'm sure there are things the school doesn't like about the Big Ten. There will be just as many things they don't like about the SEC once they get there.Why would we deserve that
We have at least *some* history in the Big Ten. If you think it's difficult to get a fair shake in a league we've been in since Bo Pelini, try being the 17th team in a league that has thought it shit doesn't stink for the last quarter century.
And I realize no one here cares because libs, but being in the Big Ten is worth a fortune academically to the university. You'd literally be throwing money away.
And then we'd be running back to join a conference that includes the worst "partner" we've ever been in a conference with -- one that oversaw the demise of the Southwest conference, blew up the Big 12, and essentially ended the Pac 12 by backing out of a deal to go there (all so they protect their precious Longhorn Network).
People love to think the grass is always greener. I distinctly remember Frost alluding to the idea we could return to the Big 12 (and many fans cheering that idea). It's just a dumb idea and running scared.
We have been shitty in the Big Ten, but it is one of only two conferences that matter. Instead of being bitches and running away and hoping that solves our problems, why not be adults and figure out how to be more successful in the conference we are already in. If Minnesota and Cockeye can do it, certainly we can.