Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Texas A&M Say They're Also Staying

This was probably a foregone conclusion when Texas announced it would remain in the Big 12, but three of the other potential departures have issued statements pledging loyalty to the conference.

Oklahoma President David Boren and AD Joe Castiglione:

The decision to stay in the Big 12 represents a consensus position which resulted from a collaborative effort with our colleagues in the conference. We value the strong working relationship that has been reaffirmed during this process among the conference members. We intend to work very hard to make the conference as lasting and dynamic as possible. We appreciate the respect and interest that has been shown to OU during this process.

Oklahoma State President Burns Hargis:

We applaud Commissioner Beebe’s bold moves and intense efforts over the past several days to keep the conference not only together, but also more viable than ever. We also appreciate the collaboration of all conference members to reach this agreement.

Texas A&M President R. Bowen Loftin:

Texas A&M is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference and will continue to be affiliated with the conference in the future. As Athletics Director Bill Byrne and I have stated on numerous occasions, our hope and desire was for the Big 12 to continue. We are committed to the Big 12 and its success today and into the future.

We now return you to your regularly scheduled offseason of reading Phil Steele and arguing about a playoff, already in progress.