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Rece Davis and Dan Wetzel discuss the implications of college sports conference realignment, focusing on recent moves by Sacramento State and North Dakota State.

Rece Davis and Dan Wetzel discuss the changing landscape of college sports. They break down Sacramento State’s $18M move to the MAC, North Dakota State’s jump to the Mountain West, and whether moving up a conference is really worth it. They also discuss whether Nebraska truly belongs in the Big Ten or Big 12. 0:00 - Welcome 0:30 - Sacramento St to MAC for $18M 3:48 - North Dakota State going to FBS, headed to MWC 13:20 - Is moving up a conference actually worth it? 15:37 - Where does Nebraska belong? The Big Ten or Big 12? 21:12 - Why championships affect a school’s identity 27:16 - Should some sports be played regionally? 31:40 - Do all conference games really matter? 39:48 - Should schools get to control their own schedules? 46:08 - Miami University coach vows to wear a Speedo if… 53:53 - Next year: What to do when football and Valentine’s Day collide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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