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John Canzano and Jon Wilner talk about the Pac-12 vs. Mountain West mediation twist... the Big 12's CFP stance... and the Big Ten Media Day. • Read John Canzano's work at www.JohnCanzano.com. • Read Jon Wilner's work at www.WilnerHotline.com via the Bay Area News Group. Follow on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/JohnCanzanoBFT www.Twitter.com/WilnerHotline

Texas State is headed to the Pac‑12. Louisiana Tech is joining the Sun Belt. Now that the dust has settled, who landed in the better seat?In this episode of Wizard Wednesday, Zach breaks down the pros and cons for both sides—Texas State's bold leap into Power Four territory and the Sun Belt's safe, steady response.

Aztecs Football heads to the Mountain West Media Days and we get into ALL things SDSU Football with former writer from the Mountain West Wire, Ted McGovern.

Aztecs Football heads to the Mountain West Media Days and we get into ALL things SDSU Football with former writer from the Mountain West Wire, Ted McGovern.

Split Zone Duo's conference previews for 2025 keep rolling along with a two-parter: the Pac-12 and the FBS independents, whose ranks have thinned.* Oregon State might finally (finally!) be poised for stability and growth* Washington State faces a similar crisis to the one OSU faced last year, although the Cougs have a few reasons for optimism as they prepare to take a big chunk of the best program in FCS and import it to FBS* Jim Mora has the UConn Huskies in just about the best place possible* Why this one feels like a “win the national title or bust” year for Notre Dame—or at least get back to the semifinalsCool stuff from Split Zone Duo's partners* Use SZD20 for 20% off your first order at Homefield.* Enter your favorite CFB road trip at our Nokian Tyres landing page, and you'll be entered in a drawing to win free tires. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com and WNOGB.com - Texas State's departure to the Pac-12 has created a ripple effect in college football realignment. Keff Ciardello is here to discuss that and the Bobcats' football recruiting efforts for the 2026 class as more commitments continue to roll in. (Produced by Zachary Webb)

In the third hour, Dick Fain and Hugh Millen chat with Jon Wilner about NIL complaints at Big 12 Media Day, Texas State, plus NCAA tournament expansion, then they discuss where the Pac-12 would be in alternate worlds and possible NBA expansion news soon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin Watkins, Battleborn Injury Law, joins the show for the Reno hour. There are so many angles on these NIL lawsuits and Justin tries his best to explain. But Mountain West and the Pac12 are the big story. A whole hour with our legal insider.  

Hour 2 of Jake & Ben on July 10, 2025 The Big 12 is a deep conference, which will hurt them in January when it comes to the College Football Playoff.  BYU's Brian Santiago & Keanu Tanuvasa answered several financial-related questions at Big 12 Media Days. Jake & Ben wonder if BYU could be more open when it comes to how important money is at the university.  Mark Harlan talked about Utah's past success in the Pac-12. As nice as it was, you can't ride on that success forever. They need to prove it in Year 2 in the Big 12. 

Nike McClure has gone from setting records as a shot-blocking machine at Washington State University to becoming a dynamic coach at the University of New Mexico. Her journey from Pac-12 powerhouse to inspiring the next generation of players is one of resilience, passion, and commitment to building champions on and off the court.Standing at 6'3", Nike was known for her incredible defense, setting the Pac-12 record for blocked shots. But her love for the game didn't stop with her playing career. After earning accolades overseas, including Portugal Player of the Year, Nike transitioned to coaching. Now, as an assistant coach for the New Mexico Lobos, Nike brings her passion for defense, player development, and teamwork to a team focused on high basketball IQ and sisterhood.In this episode, Nike shares her coaching philosophy, how she's building a winning culture at New Mexico, and her goals for the future. From her love of mentoring young women to her deep appreciation for defense, Nike's story is an inspiration to players and coaches alike.

In the third hour, Dick Fain and Aaron Levine discuss what the Pac-12 would look like in two alternative universes and the landscape in college football now, then talk about the Seahawks before Sounders Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dick and Jackson Felts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode the Chaps catch up on the news coming out of College Football this week...Texas State jumps to the PAC12 to revive the ConferenceExcluding Gonzaga, this is an 8 team conference - who joins to give 8 conference games?The ripple effect across College Football from these movesTexas Tech pays OT Ojo $5m to come play in Lubbock - what does this do for the game?

Does the new Pac-12 need/want a ninth full-time football member - if so, why and who, Pac-12 commissioner Teresa Gould with her stance on future membership, how would a ninth member impact/improve the conference, Bob with his summer preview of San Diego State football in Bronco Focus, Weekend Winners & LosersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does the new Pac-12 need/want a ninth full-time football member - if so, why and who, Pac-12 commissioner Teresa Gould with her stance on future membership, how would a ninth member impact/improve the conference, Bob with his summer preview of San Diego State football in Bronco Focus, Weekend Winners & LosersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PAC-12 continues its quest to stay alive, adding another school to the league.

Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker discuss the latest in local sports. John Collins has been traded from Utah. What does this say about the Jazz's strategy for this upcoming season given the departures of Collin Sexton and Jordan Clarkson last year? The NBA Summer League began over the weekend, Ace Bailey struggled but other young players thrived. Jason and Eric give their thoughts on what to expect from these players the rest of the summer. Teresa Gould had a few comments on John Canzano and Jon Wilner's podcast about the future of the Pac-12.

In this week's episode of the Beware of Bulldogs podcast, host Arun Atwal dives into some major developments in college athletics, including the latest addition to the Pac-12. Later, Arun is joined by Fresno State baseball legend and 2008 College World Series champion, Steve Detwiler, for an insightful conversation about his remarkable career!

Jay Tust, host of Bronco Studios, visits with Pac-12 Commissioner Teresa Gould to talk about the recent addition of Texas State, the media rights partnership with CBS, and what's next for the conference. He then catches up with Boise State Director of Athletics Jeramiah Dickey, who gives insight into his recent visit to Washington D.C., the recent moves by the Pac-12, and upcoming projects for Boise State Athletics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Canzano and Jon Wilner interview Pac-12 Commissioner Teresa Gould about the addition of Texas State... and what is next. • Read John Canzano's work at www.JohnCanzano.com. • Read Jon Wilner's work at www.WilnerHotline.com via the Bay Area News Group. Follow on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/JohnCanzanoBFT www.Twitter.com/WilnerHotline

In Hour 2, Swag and Schultzy wonder how new Blazers draft pick Yang Hansen will look in Summer League, preview the future of the new Pac-12 conference, and more.

Host Carter Yates and senior writer Mike Craven breakdown all things Texas State and the Pac-12. (3:00 – 4:45) Why the Pac-12? Why now? (4:45 – 7:50) Does the Pac-12 TV deal outweigh the extra travel financially? (7:50 – 9:00) Could the Pac-12 return to the Power Five? (9:00 – 11:05) How Kelly Damphousse and Don Coryell put Texas State in a position to make the Pac-12. (11:05 – 13:00) How the rise of the Texas State football team led to a rise in enrollment. (13:00 – 15:00) The biggest question remaining about this move (15:00 – 17:30) Can Texas State win the Sun Belt this fall? (17:30 – 19:30) Does the Pac-12 move allow Texas State to keep GJ Kinne longer? (19:30 – 23:50) The biggest question we have about Texas State on the field in 2025. (23:50 – END) Then, the guys welcome on Texas State president Kelly Damphousse and athletic director Don Coryell to talk about why this move benefits Texas State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's July 1 - Boise State and the Pac-12 have 365 days to get ready for a critical football season, we debate what needs to be done to create the perfect launch heading into 2026, what other milestones took place Tuesday (BSU can start paying athletes directly ... and FBS football is up to 136 members), BSU associate AD Chris Kutz used to be an associate AD at Texas State - what are his thoughts on the move, how do you feel about 100-degree heatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The SoM Spitballers return to give their look at new SDSU Baseball head coaching hire Kevin Vance. What happened to get to this point and what are the bright spots in the new direction.

It's July 1 - Boise State and the Pac-12 have 365 days to get ready for a critical football season, we debate what needs to be done to create the perfect launch heading into 2026, what other milestones took place Tuesday (BSU can start paying athletes directly ... and FBS football is up to 136 members), BSU associate AD Chris Kutz used to be an associate AD at Texas State - what are his thoughts on the move, how do you feel about 100-degree heatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett is joined by Jim Duquette of MLB Network Radio and he chats with John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com.  Puck opens the show discussing last night's milestone for Randy Arozarnena, Cal's 33rd home run, George Kirby's performance and Dan Wilson's curious bullpen decision and Puck discusses Jerry Dipoto's decision to trade Geno Suarez. Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio pays his weekly Tuesday visit chatting about the Geno Suarez trade and would Dipoto want to reacquire him?  They discuss how much of a break Cal Raleigh needs moving forward and is there a way that Alejandro Kirk beats him out in the fan voting for the All-Star game? Is baseball headed to another work stoppage in 2026? Jim thinks we may be headed there.  Lastly, Jim and Puck celebrate Bobby Bonilla Day! John Canzano from JohnCanzano.com stops by for his regular visit to discuss Texas State officially joining the Pac-12 and what there addition means for the conference and what they bring to the conference overall.  What are the odds that St. Mary's joins the conference as a basketball only school?  Puck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?”  Puck pleads with Major League Baseball to step in if Alejandro Kirk beats Cal Raleigh in the fan vote which determines who starts in the All-Star game. (1:00) Puck opens the show and chats about….(13:13) Jim Duquette, MLB Network Radio(41:17) John Canzano, JohnCanzano.com (1:14:42) “Hey, What the Puck!?”  

Texas State will play this season in the Sun Belt before jumping to the new Pac-12 next year, joining the likes of Oregon State, Washington State, Boise State, Fresno State, San Diego State, Utah State, Colorado State, and Gonzaga (basketball only) Can you envision a 9 or 10pm start time for Colorado State/Texas State in a conference game…a Pac-12 game, at that? Show Sponsored by MIDWEST BANKOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Luke Falk, the Pac-12 all-time passing leader, discussed his journey from a walk-on at Washington State to the NFL. He highlighted the importance of mental strength, sharing his experiences with Coach Leach and the challenges of maintaining focus amidst external pressures. Falk emphasized the need for athletes to develop mental resilience and self-acceptance, citing his own struggles with anxiety and the impact of external validation. He also reflected on his NFL career, acknowledging his shortcomings and the lessons learned, and expressed his passion for coaching and helping athletes improve their mental performance.0:00:00 - Intro 0:00:20 - Luke's Journey to Washington State 0:05:27 - Opportunity to Play at Washington State 0:06:57 - Walk On Vs Playing at a Small School 0:08:05 - Star Ratings, Draft Picks & Pay to Play 0:10:13 - Luke's Journey & Overcoming Adversity 0:14:39 - Apple Cup Struggles 0:19:05 - Sam Darnold's Struggles 0:20:55 - Distraction & Focus Techniques 0:28:32 - Mike Leach's Style & Philosophy 0:37:13 - Changing Things Senior Season 0:40:25 - Dark Cloud Head Space & Mental Health 0:42:25 - Hilinski's Hope & Building Mind Strength 0:50:15 - Shedeur Sanders & Falling in the Draft 0:51:45 - Luke's NFL Career Contrasted to College Career 0:57:00 - Love Being a Coach, Self-Work & Identity 1:02:05 - Wrapping It Up 1:02:55 - Outro Luke Falk Mind Strength site:https://www.falkmindstrengthcoaching.com/meetcoachfalkChuck Shute link tree:https://linktr.ee/chuck_shuteSupport the showThanks for Listening & Shute for the Moon!

The Voice of the Utes on Utes legends Ron McBride & Roy Jefferson being the next Utah Ring of Honor inductees, Start/Bench/Cut Pre Pac-12 Running backs + more

The Voice of the Utes on Utes legends Ron McBride & Roy Jefferson being the next Utah Ring of Honor inductees, Start/Bench/Cut Pre Pac-12 Running backs + more

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, is joined by Texas State play-by-play announcer Brant Freeman. On Monday, the Bobcats officially accepted an invitation from the Pac-12 to become the eighth full-time member of the conference starting in 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Official, The PAC-12 Conference adds Texas State. What it means for the league moving forward and what's next? 

Dave and KJ are talking Texas State headed to the Pac 12, BYU's QB dismissed, Ace Bailey's post-draft moves, and more! Support our Sponsors Magic Mind- Get 60% off the Magic Mind offer with with my link and code: ⁠magicmind.com/dipmf⁠ and use code DIP60 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lucas Strain talks with Alec Busse on the Big 12, no more preseason poll, and Pac-12 Return? M H2

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Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com and WNOGB.com - Texas State President Dr. Kelly Damphousse and Athletics Director Don Coryell join Keff Ciardello to discuss the Bobcats accepting an offer to join the Pac-12. (Produced by Zachary Webb)

Big moves this week on the show! The Texas State University System Board of Regents approved Texas State University to pay the Sun Belt Conference a $5 million dollar exit fee. Just minutes later, the PAC-12 Conference announced the Bobcats would be joining as full members in 2026. Texas State University President Kelly Damphousse and Athletics Director Don Coryell join us this week to talk about what the move means for the university. Tap in: https://linktr.ee/SquarinPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Connor reads quotes from the Big Ten Commissioner, we try to figure out who is in the Pac-12 and Mountain West, and Connor says conference realignment is done forever.

The guys had some Daily Gambit, discussion about the Padres lineup, and Mark Zeigler joined us to talk about the new Pac 12.

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On this episode, Luke Falk joins the show! Luke Falk is a former Washington State Quarterback, former NFL Quarterback, and former college football coach. He is now a Mind Strength & High Performance Coach for Athletes and Coaches. He is the PAC12 all time leading passer in yards, and holds other multiple records. Twitter: Coachlukefalk Please like, subscribe, review, and share out! https://linktr.ee/thecoachsteveshow Check out belly up sports podcast network! https://bellyupsports.com/ Head to www.guardiansports.com/guardian-caps and use the code: “15OFF” – good for 15% off Guardian Caps to help the impact for football players Get back to the basics with Coach Stone: https://www.coachstonefootball.com/ Get the best sunglasses in the game today! Use for any activity! Go to https://www.yeetzofficial.com/ use the code CSS for 10% off Looking for the cleanest nutrition drink? Looking for the cleanest drink to give you energy without the crash? Head to https://www.swiftlifestyles.com/ and use the code: coachsteveshow to get 15% off! Twitter: CoachStrobel Please like, subscribe, review, and share out! https://linktr.ee/thecoachsteveshow Check out belly up sports podcast network! https://bellyupsports.com/ Head to www.guardiansports.com/guardian-caps and use the code: “15OFF” – good for 15% off Guardian Caps to help the impact for football players Get back to the basics with Coach Stone: https://www.coachstonefootball.com/ Get the best sunglasses in the game today! Use for any activity! Go to https://www.yeetzofficial.com/ use the code CSS for 10% off Looking for the cleanest nutrition drink? Looking for the cleanest drink to give you energy without the crash? Head to https://www.swiftlifestyles.com/ and use the code: coachsteveshow to get 15% off! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin Michael reacts to Thursday's late-night news that Texas State will be officially joining the Pac-12 in the coming days. Justin lays out the pros and cons of the move and talks about why he's still excited for the potential of the league. 0:00 Start2:10 Texas State joins the Pac-1220:24 Texas State joins the Pac-12 part 221:43 Nique Clifford to the Sacramento Kings33:30 Tyler King joins the show to talk about Nique and CSU basketball49:30 CSU Basketball54:00 Tyler on Texas State joining the Pac-12 

Sponsored by thegalindocollective.com and WNOGB.com -  Finaly! The Texas State Bobcats have received an offer to join the Pac-12 Conference and are expected to officially accept following a Board of Regents vote on Monday. Keff Ciardello is here to talk about what happened and what's next for Texas State in the Pac-12.  (Produced by Zachary Webb)

Boy howdy! What a week! Jakey was up until the wee hours of the night with this one when news dropped (shoutout the burnerverse) that the Texas State University System Board of Regents would have a special meeting Monday. All signs, including ESPN's Pete Thamel, point to Texas State joining the reformed PAC-12 Conference. Andrew and Jakob talk about a lot of things, including Smuckers Uncrustables. You ain't gotta like it cause the hood gon love it. Tap in: https://linktr.ee/SquarinPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hacksaw is on the road at the St. Lawrence Seaway in Upstate New York, ready to bring you Hacksaw's Headlines! Cooper Flagg is the #1 pick in the NBA Draft and heads to Dallas with Kyrie, AD and Klay. Big trades and salary dumps in the NBA. The Lakers and Clippers looking for help. Padres/Dodgers Updates, plus news and notes from Rays, Pirates, Red Sox, Tigers, Diamondbacks, White Sox, Rockies, Yankees, and Mets. The NFL is under fire for collusion of QB salaries. Plus, the NHL draft and news from Oilers, Canucks, Panthers, Maple Leafs, Ducks, Flyers, and Stars. High Speed Sports Wire features news on PAC12, Mountain West, Big Sky, Morehead State, Kentucky, USC, and SDFC. Got a question or comment for Hacksaw? Drop your take in the Live Chat and we will take you in to Fans Forum. Here's what Lee Hamilton thinks on Thursday, June 23, 2025.   1)...NBA DRAFT...BAD TEAMS GETTING SCORERS "COOPER FLAGG-DALLAS"   2)...NBA TRADES...4-BIG DEALS LEADING INTO DRAFT "BIG TRADES OR SALARY DUMPS"   ROCKETS-SUNS BOSTON-HAWKS-NETS CELTICS-PORTLAND PELICANS-WIZARDS   3)...LAKERS-CLIPPERS...HOW TO IMPROVE TEAMS? "HELP WANTED IN LA" =============== (HALFTIME-DIXIELINE LUMBER) =============== 4)...MLB NOTEBOOK...BAD WEEK IN BASEBALL "PROBLEMS-ON-OFF FIELD"   TAMPA BAY PIRATES RED SOX-TIGERS ARIZONA-WHITE SOX ROCKIES YANKEES-METS   5)...PADRES-DODGERS UPDATES "PADRES-DODGERS NOTES" --------- 6)...NFL HEADED FOR TROUBLE WITH UNION "ARBITRATOR-NFL COLLUSION" ========= 7)...NHL...BIG WEEKEND "TRADES-FREE AGENCY-DRAFT"   OILERS-VANCOUVER FLORIDA TORONTO DUCKS-FLYERS DALLAS STARS =========== 8).HOT HEADLINES "OFF THE SPORTS WIRE"   PAC 12 LOGO MOUNTAIN WEST BIG SKY CONFERENCE MOREHEAD STATE-KENTUCKY USC SDFC ============   #nfl #CHARGERS #CARDINALS #MLB #yankees #redsox #rays #tigers #whitesox #mets #pirates #diamondbacks #rockies #PADRES #michaelking #ajpreller #yudarvish #stephenkolek #robertsuarez #DODGERS #tylerglasnow #shoheiohtani #ippeimizuhara #rokisasaki #wanderfranco #oneillcruz #budblack #ketelmarte #justinherbert #deanspanos #kylermurray #nhl # #MAPLELEAFS #DUCKS #KINGS #OILERS #canucks #sharks #MITCHELLMARNER #AUSTONMATTHEWS #johngibson #evanderkane #lakers #clippers #celtics #mavericks #suns #spurs #ruihachimura #kevindurant #cooperflagg #SANDIEGOFC #SDFC #milaniloski   Be sure to share this episode with a friend!   ☆☆ STAY CONNECTED ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/   SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports   FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9   TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090   TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton   INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/     To get the latest news and information about sports, join Hacksaw's Insider's Group. It's free! https://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/team/ Thank you to our sponsors: Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers https://www.dixieline.com/  

0:00 - The PAC-12 is adding teams and regaining some momentum. So...who's in the conference now? How many teams?14:42 - Yesterday, a headline on ESPN said "Are the Nuggets failing Jokic?" What does that mean? What is "failure" for both of our local teams?32:03 - Who's the best sports movie actor: Dennis Quaid or Kevin Costner?

What does the future of the PAC 12 look like? The conference consists of only two teams, what is being done to change that?Show Sponsored by NEBCOOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAKAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Steven Lassan and Braden Gall talk college football. The Pac-12's new media deal points to an interesting future for the conference. The Big Ten and SEC are at an impasse that could actually benefit college football. Then we dive into the scheduling imbalances across college football, focusing on the teams catching breaks in 2025. Plus, Braden says sorry!

The Cover crew is back to break down the latest news around the college football world. The boys discuss Wisconsin's lawsuit against Miami, Pac-12's future and key takeaways from the college football playoff meetings. (00:00:00) - Intro  (00:01:00) - General Banter   (00:08:00) - Pac-12 Outlook For 2026 and Beyond  (00:15:00) - Wisconsin's Lawsuit against Miami (00:21:40) - Minnesota & Cincinnati  (00:30:40) - Week 0 Question  (00:39:30) - CFB Vacation  (00:45:30) - CFP Meetings  Cover 3 is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college football. Watch Cover 3 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cover3 Follow our hosts on Twitter: @Chip_Patterson, @TomFornelli, @DannyKanell, @BudElliott3 For more college football coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Canzano and Jon Wilner talk about the Pac-12's media deal with CBS. What does it mean? What happens next? • Read John Canzano's work at www.JohnCanzano.com. • Read Jon Wilner's work at www.WilnerHotline.com via the Bay Area News Group. Follow on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/JohnCanzanoBFT www.Twitter.com/WilnerHotline

This morning, the Pac-12 officially announced a historic partnership with CBS Sports — marking a bold new chapter for a conference on the rise. And today on Y-Option, presented by our founding partner 76, we welcomed back Commissioner Teresa Gould for her first full-length conversation since the deal was made public.Make no mistake — this is a monumental move. Starting July 1, 2026, when the new league officially launches, CBS becomes the anchor partner of the new-look Pac-12. That means college football and basketball — including the conference title games — will air across CBS, Paramount+ and CBS Sports Network, joining the same lineup that once featured the SEC and now hosts Big Ten games. And soon, the Pac-12.“This wasn't just about a TV deal,” Commissioner Gould told me. “It was about exposure, economics, and transformation — and CBS checks all three boxes.”Inside the CBS Deal:From our exclusive conversation, here's what stood out:✅ Broadcast + Cable CoverageCBS will carry premier Pac-12 football and men's basketball matchups, alongside CBS Sports Network for expanded programming. The conference championship games will be aired nationally.✅ Strategic AlignmentThe Pac-12's media rights journey didn't just attract interest — it created competition. CBS was among the first to reach out after the conference announced its reformation, and ultimately, their values and vision aligned.✅ The Power of ProductionThe decision to retain Pac-12 Enterprises was key. “Our ability to produce content efficiently and at a high level was a major asset,” said Gould. Expect the Pac-12's in-house production capabilities, led by Senior Vice President of Business Development and Studio Operations Michael Molinari, to power even more content — from live games to NIL opportunities for athletes.“We're Building an Unconference Conference.”Commissioner Gould called it a “blank slate” — a chance to build something new without the constraints of legacy deals or outdated models.And she's doing just that.From the media rights rollout to adding new member schools, the strategy has been deliberate. This phased approach is redefining how a conference is built. With CBS now officially locked in, the next move? Finalizing an 8th football member by 2026 to fulfill FBS requirements and to bring the new league to nine schools overall.“There's no playbook for this,” Commissioner Gould told me. “We're not just rebuilding. We're reimagining.”More from Our Conversation: