HDuck No. 1 Share Posted February 24 SDSU's AD has said networks will be announced by end of March, then an 8th football member to qualify for CFP eligibility. To me, 8 is not enough. That would be just 7 conference games and 5 holes to fill on the schedule. If other major conferences enter into cross conference scheduling alliance, not sure where the Pac could find attractive opponents for stadium seat sales? Rumor this morning is that ESPN family may be interested in up to 18 games in 2026. Obviously that would likely mean Saturday night games, and slots on Thursday/Friday. And, TNT for a streaming option. With Texas State a nose ahead of other options for the 8th member. ESPN has recently extended agreements with ACC and BigSky conferences. Has the SEC, and a partnership with the Big12. ESPN would be good for the Pac. Though it is cable only - not over-air broadcast - it would still be best option for exposure. And, since ESPN has their hands in the CFP contract it might help provide some leverage when the CFP wild card pick is made. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Joseph Moderator No. 2 Share Posted February 24 Not a good look for the Pac-7 and Gonzo with Fresno State basketball under investigation for gambling; players are accused of point shaving. Texas State. These Bobcats really move the needle, right? How about no more games against and helping out self-righteous Oregon State, now litigating to cancel a deal it entered into with the Mountain West in the last year? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Fischer Administrator No. 3 Share Posted February 24 3 Mr. FishDuck Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Marsh No. 4 Share Posted February 24 On 2/24/2025 at 10:41 AM, HDuck said: Rumor this morning is that ESPN family may be interested in up to 18 games in 2026. Obviously that would likely mean Saturday night games, and slots on Thursday/Friday. And, TNT for a streaming option. No game on ESPN is starting before 7pm with this arrangement. ESPN was really missing the Pac-12 in their late night programming last year. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OregonDucks No. 5 Share Posted February 25 The PAC should sign a TV contract with the History Channel because with the current proposed makeup that is exactly what the conference is… 2 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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