Gerry DiNardo from the B1G Network has listed his “elite” teams by conference. I’m not sure of the criteria, but here is his list. I’m not sure I’d put MSU on the list just yet, but I am sure Texas and Oklahoma deserve to be on the list. In my mind “elite” is not just about the play on the field, it’s about money, prestige, brand awareness and fan base. That is why I think MSU shouldn’t be on the list, they have a top 4 team and aren’t sold out for this weekend’s game.
B1G – OSU, MSU, and Michigan
Big 12 – None
Pac 12 – USC
SEC – Alabama and LSU
Independent – Notre Dame
ACC – Florida State