I think that C-USA erred when they added start up programs instead established FBS programs.

Had they added ULL, Ark St, and Troy instead of UTSA, Charlotte, and ODU that C-USA would be a lot stronger.

C-USA expanded with markets in mind but for the most part their expansion schools have underperformed and the old guard schools, particularly UTEP, have deeply slumped.

SBC expansion schools App St and Georgia Southern have surpassed all expectations while Coastal Carolina now seems to be having their breakout year. Existing members ULL, Ark St, and Troy are all still performing well too.

FAU and FIU are programs with low ceilings. Miami is a pro market and those interested in the college game have the famed Hurricanes to follow.