Maryland, Rutgers to B1G?

[irishff1014]

This might be Bad for ND if the acc starts falling apart. Not that MD is a big lose but If VT leaves and eithe Clemson of FSU leave it will nmake that conference a joke.

 

[Crimson streak]

It definitely makes sense for Rutgers and Maryland. The big 10 makes more money than any other conference. This is what the move is all about $$$$

 

[PraetorianND]

It definitely makes sense for Rutgers and Maryland. The big 10 makes more money than any other conference. This is what the move is all about $$$$

What about that $50m buyout?

 

[Crimson streak]

This might be Bad for ND if the acc starts falling apart. Not that MD is a big lose but If VT leaves and eithe Clemson of FSU leave it will nmake that conference a joke.

It really doesn't matter for nd. Considering if everyone leaves ND will just leave and have no problem paying the 50 mill exit fee. If the ACC does fall apart I can see ND going to the big 12

 

[rikkitikki08]

I get why Rutgers and Maryland want in the BIG10 but i fail to see why the BIG10 wants them.....every school in the BIG 10 right now should be somehow forcing this not to happen

 

[ALLGATOR]

The BIG10 is turning itself into the BigEast, not even of yesteryear. People are not going to want to pay $100 a ticket at UM to see Maryland or Rutgers.

BTW: Nice rim job the BIG is pulling for OSU. Both of these power houses will be in OSUs division.

It is so freakin funny to see that NDs refusal of joining the BIG is possibly causing it to collapse. Be interesting to see which teams are 15 & 16.

the big10 just got stonger adding two more markets this will cause no collapse

 

[Crimson streak]

I get why Rutgers and Maryland want in the BIG10 but i fail to see why the BIG10 wants them.....every school in the BIG 10 right now should be somehow forcing this not to happen

Because it is 2 of the biggest tv markets in the country. More $$$$$ from the big ten network

 

[rikkitikki08]

Because it is 2 of the biggest tv markets in the country. More $$$$$ from the big ten network

True i didnt think about that, either way i still hate the BIG10

 

[ND_Dubb]

The ghost of Field Yost is gnashing his teeth in the 9th circle of hell..

By far the greatest thing iv'e read today

 

[ND_Dubb]

SI.com reported Sunday that obtaining a foothold in the D.C. and New York areas could potentially bring in between $100 and $200 million annually in TV revenue for the Big Ten depending on whether the Big Ten Network gets on basic cable in those markets.

 

[PraetorianND]

I can't believe the payouts are much bigger. Texas takes what they want, and gives scraps to the rest. Why would FSU want to put up with that? Plus, they have to contend with Oklahoma, Boone Pickens U, K State apparently, and WV on the field. Somtimes TT and TCU are even good. In the ACC, they are THE big fish and should basically own the Orange Bowl for the next 10 years if they want. It just makes so little sense for them.

I think it comes down to stability and prestige honestly.

 

[ALLGATOR]

I can't believe the payouts are much bigger. Texas takes what they want, and gives scraps to the rest. Why would FSU want to put up with that? Plus, they have to contend with Oklahoma, Boone Pickens U, K State apparently, and WV on the field. Somtimes TT and TCU are even good. In the ACC, they are THE big fish and should basically own the Orange Bowl for the next 10 years if they want. It just makes so little sense for them.

FSU needs competitive games to fill up their stadium and like the previous poster said the Big12 payout is bigger.

 

[Emcee77]

SI.com reported Sunday that obtaining a foothold in the D.C. and New York areas could potentially bring in between $100 and $200 million annually in TV revenue for the Big Ten depending on whether the Big Ten Network gets on basic cable in those markets.

This is probably all that matters. As fans we probably focus on a lot of stuff that has nothing to do with anything.

And it's sad. No one will get excited about an Iowa/Maryland matchup, but the conference gets rich off of it. You hate to see the profit motive ruin things that you love, like traditional conference rivalries.

 

[irishfanjho15]

you mean Stefon Diggs..treggs is at cal

Diggs is a straight stud. He is the lone bright spot on Maryland's dismal team this year. Kid is electric, will go over the middle, and has a knack for big plays. Would of loved to have him be Irish.

 

[phork]

SI.com reported Sunday that obtaining a foothold in the D.C. and New York areas could potentially bring in between $100 and $200 million annually in TV revenue for the Big Ten depending on whether the Big Ten Network gets on basic cable in those markets.

BTN is already in the Maryland viewing area. And no one in New York cares about college sports. This does nothing but water down BIG10 season tickets. Imagine paying season ticket prices + seat licenses + whatever else you have to pay for a home schedule of E. Michigan, W. MIchigan, Rutgers, Maryland, Indiana, Illinois and Northwestern. Delicious.

 

[ND_Dubb]

The BIG10 is turning itself into the BigEast, not even of yesteryear. People are not going to want to pay $100 a ticket at UM to see Maryland or Rutgers.

BTW: Nice rim job the BIG is pulling for OSU. Both of these power houses will be in OSUs division.

It is so freakin funny to see that NDs refusal of joining the BIG is possibly causing it to collapse. Be interesting to see which teams are 15 & 16.

Your not looking at it from Maryland's view though. People will pay to see these B1G teams, they have fans around here. I myself am excited as I live only an hour and a half away from College Park have already attended Maryland football games. This will give me and others chances to see football teams that otherwise would either require going to Penn State to see which for me is double the time traveled. I think that's what the Maryland officials are counting on. Obviously the ACC competition didn't work since last years Football revenue was in the negative and in past years have only been able to bring in a fraction of what B1G teams bring in in terms of football revenue.

 

[Crimson streak]

Maryland is going to make a lot more money than they are now. Just think on ticket sales alone when Ohio st, Michigan and penn st play at Maryland.

 

[ND_Dubb]

Maryland is going to make a lot more money than they are now. Just think on ticket sales alone when Ohio st, Michigan and penn st play at Maryland.

That's exactly what they are hoping for. This was all in all a great move for Maryland who you cannot blame for taking this deal. Any school having the financial problems Maryland has been dealing with will be looking for the best possible out and best way to boost revenue.

 

[Cali_domer]

Coach K concerned about ACC future in aftermath of Maryland move - Pete Thamel - SI.com

 

[phork]

Maryland is going to make a lot more money than they are now. Just think on ticket sales alone when Ohio st, Michigan and penn st play at Maryland.

They will play Michigan every 8 years, and every 16 at home. The divisional split has each division playing in itself and one game vs the other division once every 8 years. They will see OSU once every 2 years and the same with PennSt.

Your not looking at it from Maryland's view though. People will pay to see these B1G teams, they have fans around here. I myself am excited as I live only an hour and a half away from College Park have already attended Maryland football games. This will give me and others chances to see football teams that otherwise would either require going to Penn State to see which for me is double the time traveled. I think that's what the Maryland officials are counting on. Obviously the ACC competition didn't work since last years Football revenue was in the negative and in past years have only been able to bring in a fraction of what B1G teams bring in in terms of football revenue.

Maryland is in it strictly for the the $25mill a year from the BTN contract. The OSUs and PSUs are every other year, fill up on FCS teams and 2nd tier BIG teams, and I doubt you are any better off.

 

[Emcee77]

BTN is already in the Maryland viewing area. And no one in New York cares about college sports. This does nothing but water down BIG10 season tickets. Imagine paying season ticket prices + seat licenses + whatever else you have to pay for a home schedule of E. Michigan, W. MIchigan, Rutgers, Maryland, Indiana, Illinois and Northwestern. Delicious.

This misses the point though. For one thing, it may seem like no one in NY cares about college sports, but as long enough people seem to care enough that the games get on TV there, the conference is making money, so it's a good deal. For another, there are plenty of people who don't care who their school plays. They don't even really care if their school wins. They just want to go to the game, have a tailgate party, see old friends from school, etc. So I doubt this will have a significant effect on attendance. From a business standpoint I don't see how this is a bad move for anybody.

But as a fan, I am really annoyed. I grew up in ACC country. Seven ACC schools, including Maryland, were within a 4 hour drive of my house; when I was a kid, ACC sports were my life. Maryland is a founding member of the ACC, and the conference without it just doesn't look right. It really saddens me that that sort of thing just doesn't matter at all to the people making these decisions.

 

[ND_Dubb]

They will play Michigan every 8 years, and every 16 at home. The divisional split has each division playing in itself and one game vs the other division once every 8 years. They will see OSU once every 2 years and the same with PennSt.



Maryland is in it strictly for the the $25mill a year from the BTN contract. The OSUs and PSUs are every other year, fill up on FCS teams and 2nd tier BIG teams, and I doubt you are any better off.

No doubt there looking forward to the millions from BTN.

 

[ND_Dubb]

This misses the point though. For one thing, it may seem like no one in NY cares about college sports, but as long enough people seem to care enough that the games get on TV there, the conference is making money, so it's a good deal. For another, there are plenty of people who don't care who their school plays. They don't even really care if their school wins. They just want to go to the game, have a tailgate party, see old friends from school, etc. So I doubt this will have a significant effect on attendance. From a business standpoint I don't see how this is a bad move for anybody.

But as a fan, I am really annoyed. I grew up in ACC country. Seven ACC schools, including Maryland, were within a 4 hour drive of my house; when I was a kid, ACC sports were my life. Maryland is a founding member of the ACC, and the conference without it just doesn't look right. It really saddens me that that sort of thing just doesn't matter at all to the people making these decisions.

It's not about rivalries, the tradition is dead unless the schools president chooses to preserve it. But with all the money flowing through the veins of college football, its easy to get distracted from a programs traditions. An interesting read on how much college football is worth.
College Football Programs Valued Like Businesses - BC Interruption

 

[Cali_domer]

Big East could be toast real quick.

Boise State Broncos, SDSU Aztecs, BYU Cougars talk with MWC about return, sources say - ESPN

 

[PraetorianND]

Big East could be toast real quick.

Boise State Broncos, SDSU Aztecs, BYU Cougars talk with MWC about return, sources say - ESPN

Great news for the MWC.

 

[Whiskeyjack]

The Pac-12 is really limited when it comes to plausible expansion teams.

Texas is the only option that would really improve their media footprint, but with the recent grant of rights it transferred to the Big12, that probably can't happen for a long time now.

 

[PraetorianND]

Wonder how long it'll take until the Pac-12 snaps up BYU and BSU. They don't really have many options geographically for expansion.

Texas is the only option that would really improve their media footprint, but with the recent grant of rights it transferred to the Big12, that probably can't happen for a long time now.

I don't see the Pac 12 expanding. I think they have all the markets they can realistically get that are worth much. I also don't think they want to expand their geographic footprint unless it means taking Texas.

 

[Cali_domer]

Thomas R. Noie (@tnoieNDInsider):

Brey on future - "Is the ACC stable? Are we OK or what are we doing here? Interesting times"

 

[drayer54]

I sure don't like to see a move towards a conference with uncertainty.

I still wish they would have worked with the Big 12.

 

[Fbolt]

Wonder how long it'll take until the Pac-12 snaps up BYU and BSU. They don't really have many options geographically for expansion.

Not too sure those markets are very desirable. Plus BYU has their own network.

One thing with the DC market is that the population in the area is filled with transient folks. I believe that even the Minnesota/Iowa games will be a draw for many of them.

Graduated from there but never went to a fball or bball game. ND subway man for life!