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McLaughlin: SEC, Big Ten CFP Moves Bad News for Pac-12?

> Spencer explains why a CFP format shakeup shouldn't affect the reconstituted conference


  By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports

February 18, 2025



Pac-12

The Pac-12 is still seeking resolution on its 8th member beginning in 2026 when reportedly the Playoff could be a 14-team format dominated by the Big Ten and the SEC.

Is it all bad news for the Pac-12 and other G5 (6?) leagues like the AAC and the Sun Belt?

On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses why Georgia Tech has a real shot to contend in the ACC this year in Brent Key’s third season.

The Yellowjackets’ schedule sets up as favorably as possible with big games in the first three weeks. (9:36)

Auburn’s Hugh Freeze is going into his third season, having posted a pair of losing seasons so far.

How many games do the Tigers have to win with Jackson Arnold at QB for Freeze to keep his job? (18:25)

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