On Friday, the Big 12 Conference formally extended an invitation for the BYU Cougars, Houston Cougars, UCF Golden Knights and Cincinnati Bearcats to join the conference.
Now, the schools just have to accept the invitation, which is anticipated.
WHAT THE WISE MEN ARE SAYING ABOUT THE LONGHORNS
Austin American-Statesman: Bohls: Texas-Arkansas may be a one-sided rivalry now, but just wait
Austin American-Statesman: Longhorn Confidential: Texas-Arkansas preview
Dallas Morning News: Ahead of its rivalry renewal at Arkansas, Texas looks to play with emotion, but not emotionally
247Sports: Horns247 Staff Predictions: No.