re: "The SEC is so much harder than the Big 12"

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Without delving into the multitude of specific reasons why this logic is flawed, I'd just like to point out that you're comparing modern metrics with those from 20+ years ago.

Pio wasn't even born yet.

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Last 12 years in the Big 12
Last 12 years in the SEC

It's a good comparison imo.

As for the why.. I have some answers.

1) A&M improved, which is reflected in their stronger OOC record against P5 teams during the two time periods.

2) A&M recruiting improved which allowed them to compete better against the SEC than they could prior to joining the SEC.

I believe both of those statements are true, but if that is the case, why wouldn't that also apply to any new teams joining the league?