Quick Hits....

"I think it's fair to say that some that have gotten larger are now wondering if it's going to be worth it. There are complexities, especially regarding some scheduling issues, that have really caused some problems" – Big 12 Commissioner Bob Bowlsby, saying he is happy with his conference's 10-team configuration as opposed to the larger membership some leagues have adopted (K.C. STAR, 8/24).

"I've definitely put it out there that I do want to swim in college and ... I don't want people to think that's not how I feel anymore because it is" – U.S. swimmer Missy Franklin ("Today," NBC, 8/24).