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McLaughlin: MW Settlement a Double-Win for the Pac-12?

> Spencer explains why the deal is favorable financially and could help the conference expand


  By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports

May 26, 2026



New Pac-12 LogoThe Pac-12 and Mountain West reportedly reached a settlement, one that would favor the Pac-12 from a financial standpoint.

Will this make any MW programs get jumpy?

On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses the potential for Stanford to rise in the recruiting landscape.

Stanford Cardinal logoCan the Cardinal become relevant in the ACC?

Tulane was the highest-ranked G6 team from the 2025 season and lost HC Jon Sumrall to Tulane for their trouble.

The Green Wave might be in a tough spot in 2026.

00:00 PAC12’s potential Mountain West expansion
05:53 PAC 12 expansion speculation
11:01 Stanford football’s potential comeback
15:31 Surprising recruitment success at Stanford
18:39 Stanford recruiting prospects discussed
21:53 Tulane’s head coach decision
26:59 Concerns about the Green Wave program

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