That would be normal reality. For me, I don't understand why you'd want Texas, since no matter what teams are picked the Big 10 is going to be in great shape. Why add another 800 pound gorilla to the conference? It makes basketball more exciting? Texas is the second most populous state in the union. Duh. Yes, I understand why it makes sense from a business perspective. As an Illini fan though, what's in it for you? The Big 10 is looking great whether they add Texas or Pitt, so why pull for the school that ensures you never do anything relevant in football ever again? Because it will bolster our academic standing. Bring more money into a university in desperate need of it, and make for an amazing college basketball conference. The addition of Texas could possibly help Illinois become more competitive in football. If you look at the SEC, kids want to play there because of all of the great teams. That has a trickle down effect to the Ole Miss, Auburn, Arkansas, South Carolina, and Vanderbilt type of teams in recruiting.