I think the other guys all thought PAC-12 was insane to go for 6 networks, own it all themselves, not partner with ESPN or Fox or anyone, not have carrier contracts in place...
And a whole slew of other mistakes...
NOW, so PAC-12 fans thought that PAC-12 being soooo different was going to be the end all solution ... but I don't think anyone East of the Central Valley in California thought it was good idea...