Oklahoma and Texas have formally notified the SEC they are seeking "an invitation for membership" beginning July 1, 2025, according to a joint statement from the flagship programs of the Big 12.
According to the release, OU and Texas sent SEC commissioner Greg Sankey their request this morning.
"The two universities look forward to the prospect of discussion regarding the matter," the statement read.
In a statement, Sankey said the SEC presidents and chancellors would consider the requests, noting that at least three-fourths of the SEC's 14 members schools is required to extend an invitation.