ESPN ranks teams for 2026 Pac-12 football season with Colorado State projections
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 10:45 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The 2026 Pac-12 season is poised to be competitive as teams from the Mountain West and Sun Belt join the conference. ESPN's projections favor Boise State, citing its established success, while identifying several contenders including San Diego State and Oregon State. Colorado State is projected to struggle under new coach Jim Mora after a 2-10 season last year, with anticipated metrics suggesting only 2.5 conference wins. The focus for Colorado State will be on improving performance as they aim to establish a stronger presence in the revamped league.
- •Boise State is favored to lead the new Pac-12.
- •Colorado State has the lowest projections in the league.
- •Mora replaces Norvell after a tough season for CSU.
- •New members aim to compete effectively in the league.
- •The Pac-12 is working to regain Power 5 status.
- 10:45 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN projections for Pac-12 football and how Colorado State will fare
"The Pac-12 returns with a new look for 2026. See how ESPN projections rank the contenders in the rebuilt conference.
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