(04-23-2014 04:52 PM)JSUFan Wrote:  Bottom line. Is it going to cost quite a bit more for Sun Belt schools to go by the P5 rules or drop to FCS?

Some of the rules wont cost anything (access to NFL scouts, etc).

Paying the stipends/living expenses will have to be weighted against loss of ALL TV revenue, the 1Million a year from the CFP, Split of $ if we earn best G-5 conference again, loss of revenue from lower attendances, loss of revenue from less $ or NO $ that comes from playing P5 Programs. Also to consider is the "advertising" value of begin considered in the top level of play. Also to consider is the impact not playing football at the highest level can have on recruitment of athletes in other sports - which if effected, COULD prevent those sports - especially basketball - from reaching revenue producing levels in that post season.

Lots to think about, hard to conceive willfully moving to the FCS.