In my opinion, television market size, along with perhaps educational reputation would be the only reasons why USF would be considered. I think our reputation as a quality institution of higher education would pass muster with that conference. The big problem would be whether or not the ACC would take a chance on a school with virtually no mens' football or basketball following of any note. The empty stands tell the story! However, forward thinking conference officials might realize that those stands just might become full and the beginning of a real "Bulls Nation" might come to fruition if real football teams, so to speak, start coming to the Ray Jay on a regular basis.
Also, what about UCF? Sorry to say, but they are more deserving than we are at this point. No respect!