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<blockquote data-quote="Buckaineer" data-source="post: 129542276" data-attributes="member: 1428007">There's no doubt that in the footprint states- which will include the new schools- that an in market fee comparable to the SEC and Big Ten networks can be achieved.&nbsp; The BIG 12 has a rabid fanbase.&nbsp; There are also areas outside the immediate footprint likely to deliver a higher than base rate.&nbsp; And then there will be other areas of the country where the network is on for a bit lower rate.&nbsp; The model is already out there so the BIG 12 doesn't have to completely rewrite it.&nbsp; Obviously going with a network partner is key because they'll drive the monetary side of the equation and the carriage side with experienced negotiators.&nbsp; Live sports are still one of the best products the pay providers can offer.The conference has to add who it can, and it can't wait around forever to take action-five years have already been wasted- really nearly half the current tv contract.&nbsp; The conference must look at the benefits a school or schools bring and not make decisions based on emotions.</blockquote>

[QUOTE="Buckaineer, post: 129542276, member: 1428007"] There's no doubt that in the footprint states- which will include the new schools- that an in market fee comparable to the SEC and Big Ten networks can be achieved. The BIG 12 has a rabid fanbase. There are also areas outside the immediate footprint likely to deliver a higher than base rate. And then there will be other areas of the country where the network is on for a bit lower rate. The model is already out there so the BIG 12 doesn't have to completely rewrite it. Obviously going with a network partner is key because they'll drive the monetary side of the equation and the carriage side with experienced negotiators. Live sports are still one of the best products the pay providers can offer. The conference has to add who it can, and it can't wait around forever to take action-five years have already been wasted- really nearly half the current tv contract. The conference must look at the benefits a school or schools bring and not make decisions based on emotions. [/QUOTE]

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