... newest member of the Big Ten Conference is none other than the infamous "Red-Headed Stepchild."

For all the guessing and proclaiming we have done since the Big Ten announced it was considering the possibility of expanding, nothing has been more telling than Barry Alvarez's recent comments.

"You just don't jump into a league and get a full share of what everyone else in this league has established over time." Those comments made according to CBS Sports.  "I think someone has to buy their way into the league."

Do not be mistaken. Barry Alvarez is certainly not the only one that feels this way, although he may be the only one bold enough to admit it publicly.

The truth is, the team (or teams) chosen for Big Ten membership...

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