The Protect College Sports Act appears to be losing momentum in Congress, and that could end up being one of the biggest wins the Pac-12 has received in months. On today's Locked On Pac-12, we break down why the latest reports surrounding the Protect College Sports Act could actually help the conference's long-term future, especially as realignment continues to shape college athletics. If the bill doesn't pass, what does it mean for Pac-12 expansion, future membership, and the next wave of conference movement? Plus, I react to new Pac-12 position group rankings that have some questionable takes. Is Boise State really the best at nearly every position? Why is Washington State being overlooked at running back and linebacker? Which teams deserve far more respect heading into the 2026 season? Finally, Spencer McLaughlin and I continue our Pac-12 season preview series with Oregon State, breaking down the Beavers' schedule, expectations under Jamarcus Shepard, and whether bowl eligibility is realistic in Year 1. Topics: Protect College Sports Act update Pac-12 realignment implications Pac-12 position group rankings reaction Boise State, Washington State & Oregon State analysis Oregon State season prediction Photo Credit:Courtney Sacco -IMAGN Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Pac-12 Conference, Boise State Broncos, Colorado State Rams, Fresno State Bulldogs, Gonzaga Bulldogs, Oregon State Beavers, San Diego State Aztecs, Texas State Bobcats, Utah State Aggies, Washington State Cougars
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