KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) – As the Big 12 weighs expanding by as many as four schools, conference officials are also considering where to go as the Big 12 brings back its title game in football, with Kansas City angling to draw the contest.

City sports officials tell the Kansas City Star they put together a solid bid for the game and want the event for the community and fans.

While it is not known what other cities have put in bids, Houston apparently is not among the suitors. KRIV-TV in Houston reports NRG Stadium is already hosting the Southwestern Athletic Conference title game on the same days as the first three years of the Big 12’s bid cycle. The SWAC also has first right of refusal for the following three years.

Big 12 officials are slated to meet next week, with expansion expected to be among the items on the agenda.