[molson]

From a strictly impractical, bitter old man standpoint, the apparent new big east is the silliest, most random collection of schools I can imagine. Back in my day (grumpy old man voice), conferences were a like-minded collection of universities tied together through geography and culture.

But ya, they had no choice and the aggressive approach is a lot more appealing than the Big 12's sitting around and praying nobody else leaves.

Some mixed feelings from the Boise St. fans here I think...it will be a lot harder for them to travel to games (but its not like the Broncos have ever stayed in a conference for very long on their way up, so there's not really a lot of history with anyone anyway), but they made it, AQ status...for now. The ride continues - it's like a text sim. Start out as an NAIA independent and move up conferences every few years until you're a real national player.

Edit: Of course, as of tonight, the Boise interim AD says there's been no invite yet....why this silliness has to go on and people and/or media reports have to lie about everything continues to be maddening, but whatever. Also, the Mountain West Commissioner says the rest of Boise St. athletics won't be allowed to stay in the MWC if the football program leaves...of course, who cares, but it gets a little interesting if the WAC is still pissed at them too and won't let them back. Not a lot of other options for the non-revenue sports.