We Hate It Here, See You Next Year?

Missouri is the latest to throw their rivalries from the Big 12 out the window in exchange for what amounts to a similar salary from the SEC. They will also similarly whine and complain as others have, once Kansas tells them to seek out other out of conference scheduling. Make no mistake about it, Kansas is right here, and Missouri is dead wrong. Why should Jayhawk Nation keep playing Missouri if they do in fact bolt for the SEC? Isn't Missouri simply "looking out for number one?"

This entire train is barreling down the tracks based on fear of the unknown. How many of us make long term decisions based on short term uncertainty? Do these college presidents and athletic directors realize just how immature and juvenile they appear to the rest of us? These decisions are being made on whims and without much thought as to the consequences which will not only affect their own institutions, but those in their very conferences as well. So, in essence, those schools that wish to "better their situation" also want to maintain the lore and association with their current group of adversaries. Pardon me but, you've got to be freaking kidding me. Sorry Missouri. You get to foster that new rivalry with Arkansas. That's it. That's the trade off. You do not get to have your cake and eat it too.

Much like Texas, Kansas is taking the stance that if you want out so badly, you are out. As in out of the conference and out of the history which is central to college football. Missouri is only concerned with aligning themselves with a AQ BCS conference as they fear Texas and OU will not remain in the Big 12 long term. That is all well and good. However, those actions should come with consequences. Missouri's current path is a detriment to Kansas' long term security. Hell yes they are mad at Missouri and they should be. Kansas will not be sought out to join a conference in football. I am sure we all can agree on that point. So, why should KU and Texas continue to schedule Missouri and Texas A&M? To keep tradition alive? Why should that onus fall on them? They are not leaving. However, Missouri and Texas A&M are choosing to leave. And with them, so are the rivalries. There are consequences for actions.