So, When Exactly Are Texas and Oklahoma Ditching the Big 12?
Let’s talk about the elephant in the college football living room: Texas and Oklahoma’s impending departure from the Big 12. It’s like a breakup that everyone saw coming, but we’re all still kind of shocked it’s actually happening.
The Big 12: A Love Story Gone Sour
Once upon a time, there was a happy little conference called the Big 12. It had two golden children: Texas and Oklahoma. They were the powerhouses, the big dogs, the ones everyone wanted to be like. But then, like all good love stories, things started to go downhill.
The grass looked greener on the other side (or, in this case, more money was on the other side), and Texas and Oklahoma decided they wanted to trade in their Big 12 jerseys for some SEC threads. Cue the dramatic music.
The Inevitable Goodbye
So, when exactly is this breakup happening? Well, the good news (or bad news, depending on your perspective) is that we don’t have to wait much longer. Texas and Oklahoma will officially be leaving the Big 12 after the 2023-24 academic year. That means they’ll be playing their final Big 12 football games in the fall of 2023.
We can expect a lot of tears, I mean, heartfelt goodbyes, and probably some pretty epic rivalries to come to a close. But hey, that’s sports!
What Happens Next?
Now, the million-dollar question is: what happens to the Big 12 without its two biggest stars? Will it crumble into a pile of dust, or will it rise from the ashes like a phoenix? Only time will tell.
One thing’s for sure, the college football landscape is about to get a whole lot more interesting.
How to...
- How to cope with the loss of Texas and Oklahoma from the Big 12? Find a new team to root for! There are plenty of other great programs out there.
- How to prepare for the SEC becoming even more dominant? Stock up on popcorn and enjoy the show.
- How to survive the next round of conference realignment? Hold on tight and try not to get whiplash.
- How to place a bet on the future of the Big 12? Consult a gambling expert (or just have fun guessing).
- How to avoid getting caught up in the drama? Focus on your own life and enjoy the game.
