This actually wouldn't be so bad, as we could make a playoff run to win our conference, potentially. As for a move to the MAC, with the "de-geographization" of conferences these days, maybe the Sun Belt would like a northern presence? We recruit heavily in Florida now anyway -- might make that an easier sell. I realize it defeats the reason many people want us in the MAC (natural rivals, travel, etc.), and I'm not sure I want the New Orleans Bowl to be the ultimate goal each year, but it is 1a/FBS.