All hell broke loose within the college football world as reports surfaced that USC and UCLA are planning to leave for the Big Ten, sources told Sports Illustrated’s Ross Dellenger.
Both programs have been a part of the Pac-12 for at least 94 years, and these negotiations come on the heels of Texas and Oklahoma leaving the Big 12 for the SEC.
It’s led to fans speculating about the future of the iconic Rose Bowl, and current and former players reacting left and right. Former USC quarterback Matt Leinart tweeted, “May be the wildest CFB off-season we have ever seen. With OU and TX last year, NIL creating shockwaves now this move. Strap In!”