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Big Ten should aim for even dozen. (Insider: college football).

The Sporting News

| August 12, 2002 | Dienhart, Tom | COPYRIGHT 2002 Sporting News Publishing Co. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Bigger isn't always better. But it can be in the Big Ten because the conference would help itself and its members by expanding from 11 to 12 schools.

The topic came up again at a recent gathering of Big Ten players and coaches in Chicago. For the record, the league isn't actively pursuing an addition. Any serious recruiting likely wouldn't take place until the current BCS contract runs out after the 2005 season. Still, it's never too early to cast an eye toward tomorrow.

Big Ten commissioner Jim Delany favors expansion, but he believes an extensive study is needed to understand factors such as the TV market and the academic reputation and athletic status ...

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