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McLaughlin: Mountain West Must Retain UNLV to Survive

> Spencer discusses the implications of five schools departing as part of the Pac-12's expansion


  By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports

June 2, 2025



Pac-12Mountain West Conference logoThe five departing Mountain West schools officially notified the league of their departures for the Pac-12 beginning in 2026.

The league’s survival hinges mostly on UNLV.

On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and ‘Locked On Sooners’ host John Williams discuss why Oklahoma should expect to be in the Playoff mix off a 6-7 season.

Brent Venables HAS TO beat Michigan in Week 2. (9:47)

usc logoUSC’s 2026 recruiting efforts picked up again, landing 5-star TE Mark Bowman from Mater Dei HS.

The move is a big one for the Trojans on and off the field. (21:10)

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