If we lose SMU and the MWC loses SDSU the first call better be to Boise, CSU, and AF to see if they've changed their minds on leaving.
East: USF, ECU, Navy, Tulane, FAU, UAB, Temple, Charlotte
West: Memphis, Boise, CSU, AF, UTSA, North Texas, Rice, Tulsa
Would separate the conference as the premier step below the power conferences. 8 teams that averaged 25k+ in attendance last year. Winner of this conference likely has the inside track at a playoff spot once it expands to 12 teams