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Fresno State Bulldogs prepare for first season in Pac-12

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 8:13 PM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Fresno State Bulldogs prepare for first season in Pac-12

Summary

Fresno State will join the Pac-12 for the 2026 football season, marking a new chapter for the program. The Bulldogs will face the Washington State Cougars for the first time as conference opponents in Week 5. Founded in 1911, Fresno State has a storied football history, with notable success under coaches Jim Sweeney and Pat Hill. Historical highlights include undefeated seasons and multiple bowl victories, with Sweeney leading the team to seven conference championships during his tenure. The Bulldogs aim to build on their legacy as they compete at a higher level in the Pac-12.

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By the Numbers

•Fresno State joins the Pac-12 in 2026.
•The Bulldogs will meet Washington State in Week 5.
•Fresno State has a history of bowl success.
•Jim Sweeney led the Bulldogs to seven conference titles.
•The program has evolved through various coaching eras.

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Welcome to a new series on CougCenter. Each week leading up to kickoff of the 2026 football season, we will be previewing one of the new teams joining the Pac-12. Today, we begin with the Fresno State Bulldogs. The Washington State Cougars will see the Bulldogs for the first time as a conference opponent in […]
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