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Ryan Leaf visits Pullman as USA Network's lead analyst for Pac-12 football

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 1:11 PM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

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Summary

On August 11, Ryan Leaf and USA Network colleagues toured Pullman ahead of the Pac-12 football season. Leaf, now the lead in-game analyst, reminisced about his time at Washington State, where he played as the No. 2 overall pick in the 1998 NFL Draft. The network is set to broadcast an extensive schedule of 22 Pac-12 games this upcoming season. Leaf noted the network's commitment to prioritizing the Pac-12 and expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming season, sharing his journey from player to analyst. Other WSU alumni are also joining USA Sports, enhancing the network's coverage of the conference.

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By the Numbers

•Leaf returns to Pullman for a brief visit on August 11
•USA Network will broadcast 22 Pac-12 football games
•Leaf emphasizes the network's commitment to the Pac-12
•Other WSU alumni involved include Erik Coleman and Alex Brink
•Leaf recalls his college experiences and career struggles

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1:11 PMYahoo Sports — 'They're invested in this conference:' Leaf returns to Pullman as USA Network's lead football analyst

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Aug. 11—PULLMAN — It was a quick trip to Pullman for Ryan Leaf and his USA Network colleagues on Monday. The less than 24 hour-trip provided little time to hit up some of Leaf's favorite eateries — that will come in the fall, Leaf said, when the crew finds itself in town for some of the industry-high 22 Pac-12 football games on its broadcast schedule. However, the trip provided plenty of time ...
— Yahoo Sports

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