Big Ten Conference officials have hired a research firm to assist in targeting expansion candidates. Wisconsin AD Barry Alvarez says the number on the list is approximately 15 and that Texas is not included as a recommendation.

That's good news for admins and fans of schools hoping to be in the mix, as Texas would seem like tough competition for that 12th spot in the Big Ten. However, Alvarez also states that "I think it could be one (school) or I think it could be multiple". This comes a day after Big 12 commissioner Dan Beebe made some comments to help keep the Big 12 members positive and unified. <...

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