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Memphis Eyes Pac-12 Move Amid $25M Exit Fee

6/19/2025

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Memphis is eyeing a bold shift, potentially joining the Pac-12 for football while keeping other sports in the Big East, with a possible transition as early as the 2027-28 academic year. However, a hefty $25 million exit fee looms large. Meanwhile, Tarleton State is poised to make waves in Conference USA as it seeks to elevate from FCS to FBS.

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Memphis is eyeing a bold shift, potentially joining the Pac-12 for football while keeping other sports in the Big East, with a possible transition as early as the 2027-28 academic year. However, a hefty $25 million exit fee looms large. Meanwhile, Tarleton State is poised to make waves in Conference USA as it seeks to elevate from FCS to FBS.