The possibility of Colorado, Arizona, Utah, Washington, and Oregon joining the Big 12 has been a topic of speculation in recent years. While no official announcement has been made, there are several reasons why these schools could potentially be interested in joining the conference.

Firstly, the Big 12 has historically been one of the major conferences in college athletics, alongside the SEC, ACC, Big Ten, and Pac-12. The conference has a strong football reputation, with Oklahoma and Texas being two of the most successful programs in the country. By joining the Big 12, schools from the Pac-12 like Colorado, Arizona, Utah, Washington, and Oregon could potentially increase their national exposure and improve their competitiveness in football.

Secondly, the recent news of Oklahoma and Texas leaving the Big 12 for the SEC has left the conference in need of new members. While there are no confirmed plans for expansion, it's possible that the conference will look to add new schools in order to maintain its status as a power conference. Schools from the Pac-12 could be attractive candidates for the Big 12, as they would bring in new markets and potentially strengthen the conference's overall profile.

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