1. Nothing has changed regarding Clemson. Clemson and FSU are 11 and 12.
2. We're viewed as a 2 for 1 deal. Clemson has been the more proactive going back to last fall. FSU is the "sexy" pick here, and they make the news. We are more aligned than people think, as we benefit each other in a move. WVU concurs.
3. Very strong push being made for ND as 13. If the Big XII can pull it off, it would be huge. Afterward, it looks like GT or Pitt for 14. GT is more attractive, but Pitt wants in bad. GT is actively in talks.
4. No truth to "just FSU and ND" rumors. Not happening. Big XII gets a new deal at 13 and 14 teams, and Clem/FSU make 12. This enables them to push so hard for ND.
5. Not likely to hear any kind of verifications. Big XII learned from the SEC and others how "not" to do things. They, nor will other teams admin., open themselves up to legal activity.
6. Everyone is on board with Clemson and FSU.
7. I have no sources at Clemson, but my Big XII guys tell me that the price for talking at Clemson is termination. Period.
8. Contrary to 7, it is starting to leak a little, which is inevitable.
"I've been working since I was 15 continually until now. I worked 40 hours a week at 15, when it wasn't even legal for 15 year olds to work that many hours."