Doubt that it would happen, but I would not mind being in the NEC. It would be a step down but more local interest with at least 4 schools within a 2-hour drive. Would save on travel costs big time.
Is it better to be a big fish in a small pond or a small fish in a big pond?
If YSU wants to stay where we are then they need to make the commitment to do what it takes to compete. Administration, AD office, coaching or money whatever it takes.