I believe in supporting the conference that your favorite team resides in. I was a huge SWC and Big 12 supporter. I know several Houston, Rice and Arkansas fans that did the same. I see no problem with cheering your conference on. I believe you can have a favorite conference and a favorite team just not favorite conferences and favorite teams. Jordan seems to feel the same way. You shouldn't have a problem with new rule. You are all burnt in all sports as far as college goes.