For years people in the Pac-10 - from players to fans - have complained about a lack of recognition and a so-called East Coast bias that caused the conference to be under-appreciated nationally.

Tommy Tuberville showed up to Big 12 media day wearing a suit with a red and black striped tie and a Texas Tech lapel pin. His players were equally well groomed.

A few days after the Big 12 was preserved, commissioner Dan Beebe brought together the athletic directors of the 10 remaining schools.

Ohio State quarterback Terrelle Pryor can't wait for the preseason to start next month.