Exciting news may be on the horizon for UConn as the Big 12 presidents are set to discuss the possibility of inviting the Huskies to the conference. This comes after school officials presented a compelling case to the league, emphasizing a significant investment in UConn’s football program, according to sources familiar with the discussions.

The proposed plan entails the school’s football team remaining independent until 2031, when they would officially join the Big 12. Notably, this move would not impact the current revenue of existing members, making it a cost-neutral addition.

While initial concerns about UConn’s football program potentially diluting the conference’s value were raised, a renewed interest has surfaced, driven in part by the school’s success in basketball and its presence in the New York area market.

Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark, known for his tenure with the Brooklyn Nets, has been instrumental in revisiting the possibility of adding UConn to the conference. With the Big 12 expanding its membership and securing lucrative media deals, the timing could be right for this strategic move.

While a final decision is not imminent, the discussions mark an intriguing development in collegiate sports. UConn’s return to the Big East in 2020 has revitalized its basketball programs, fueling optimism about the school’s potential impact on the Big 12.

Stay tuned for further updates on this evolving story as Big 12 officials deliberate on this intriguing proposal.

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