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LSU Should Leave the SEC
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:54 am
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:54 am
Or should I say, they should try. I think it would be an eye-opening and humbling experience for their institution and fans....because here is what they'd learn.
1. LSU is not the national brand they think they are - yes, LSU is a very recognizable brand in the South, namely in the state of Louisiana, east Texas, and Mississippi. But outside of these areas, LSU doesn't have the draw their fans think they have. LSU is nowhere near the level of Bama, USC, Notre Dame, or even Florida when it comes to national relevance. If conferences are to expand, this is an important consideration. LSU does not bring this.
2. Academics - or should I say, lack there of. The SEC is not "known" for its academic prowess, and yet LSU is still ranked an abysmal 10 out of 14. Conferences don't want to add dead weight academically, and this is exactly what LSU is. The ACC is too strong in academics, so the Big 12 might make some sense here.
3. Financial Standing - with LSU's current budget issues and a possible financial standstill in the future, conferences will have to heavily consider the financial risk of bringing on the institution. Much like Greece and the EU, LSU would potentially drag down the entire conference financially. The SEC is the strongest conference when it comes to revenue, thus it could withstand an LSU restructuring, but I don't think any other conference would survive when LSU tanks.
4. Fan Base - one word, "trash." This weekend's reaction to the Devin White targeting says it all. Threatening officials, opposing fans, etc. Conferences don't want LSU as a representative.
5. Upside - When Texas A&M joined the SEC, we brought upside to the conference by opening up the Texas market. LSU on the other hand brings Louisiana, which no one would find attractive. Sure there's slight upside in sports performance, but quite frankly, that's outweighed by the financial hang and lack of academics brought by LSU.
In summary, LSU should try to leave the SEC so that they can learn their actual standing in the world. The Big 12 would likely take them out of sheer desperation, but no one else would. You're essentially on par with a school like Louisville when it comes to overall contribution as an institution.
1. LSU is not the national brand they think they are - yes, LSU is a very recognizable brand in the South, namely in the state of Louisiana, east Texas, and Mississippi. But outside of these areas, LSU doesn't have the draw their fans think they have. LSU is nowhere near the level of Bama, USC, Notre Dame, or even Florida when it comes to national relevance. If conferences are to expand, this is an important consideration. LSU does not bring this.
2. Academics - or should I say, lack there of. The SEC is not "known" for its academic prowess, and yet LSU is still ranked an abysmal 10 out of 14. Conferences don't want to add dead weight academically, and this is exactly what LSU is. The ACC is too strong in academics, so the Big 12 might make some sense here.
3. Financial Standing - with LSU's current budget issues and a possible financial standstill in the future, conferences will have to heavily consider the financial risk of bringing on the institution. Much like Greece and the EU, LSU would potentially drag down the entire conference financially. The SEC is the strongest conference when it comes to revenue, thus it could withstand an LSU restructuring, but I don't think any other conference would survive when LSU tanks.
4. Fan Base - one word, "trash." This weekend's reaction to the Devin White targeting says it all. Threatening officials, opposing fans, etc. Conferences don't want LSU as a representative.
5. Upside - When Texas A&M joined the SEC, we brought upside to the conference by opening up the Texas market. LSU on the other hand brings Louisiana, which no one would find attractive. Sure there's slight upside in sports performance, but quite frankly, that's outweighed by the financial hang and lack of academics brought by LSU.
In summary, LSU should try to leave the SEC so that they can learn their actual standing in the world. The Big 12 would likely take them out of sheer desperation, but no one else would. You're essentially on par with a school like Louisville when it comes to overall contribution as an institution.
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:55 am to TexasAg13
Where do we send the rent check for the space in your head?
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:56 am to TexasAg13
A&M would lose less SEC games if LSU left.
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:56 am to TexasAg13
It’s very hard not to post about LSU
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:56 am to TexasAg13
This always goes so well
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:56 am to TexasAg13
LSU isn't going anywhere. The money that they bring to the conference is staggering.
Also, before posting that they should leave.......beat them for once.
Also, before posting that they should leave.......beat them for once.
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:57 am to TexasAg13
SEC rant A&M fan psychology;
Dickride Alabama and the SEC because it’s our only feeling of advantage over fans of a team we haven’t beaten since joining the conference.
Dickride Alabama and the SEC because it’s our only feeling of advantage over fans of a team we haven’t beaten since joining the conference.
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:57 am to waiting4saturday
He was on another level Saturday. Although I do believe we uncovered the reasoning behind all of it: arse rapings during his freshman yell leader initiations.
Poor guy.
Poor guy.
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:57 am to Cajunese
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The money that they bring to the conference is staggering.
Then why is LSU broke. Louisiana brings nothing to the table as a state.
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:57 am to TexasAg13
Why did we let these frickers join? We’ve already won every single game we’ve played against them yet they seem to think they’re better than us and should replace LSU L O L
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:58 am to TexasAg13
LSU should leave the SEC.
Thank you for the support.
Thank you for the support.
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:58 am to TexasAg13
Aggies cant beat LSU period...just like the red face couldn't stop the white man coming
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:58 am to Lsucorndog9419
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Why did we let these frickers join? We’ve already won every single game we’ve played against them yet they seem to think they’re better than us and should replace LSU L O L
Replace? I'm saying you'd stay in the SEC because no other conference would want you. Maybe the Big 12...
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:59 am to Jrv2damac
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This post was edited on 1/10/21 at 4:41 pm
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:59 am to TexasAg13
If it were up to me, LSU would be playing in the Big XII in a heartbeat.
More games in Texas, more interesting places.
More games in Texas, more interesting places.
Posted on 10/22/18 at 10:59 am to Choctaw
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that's a lot of words
I bolded and summarized the important parts, simpleton
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