By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports
June 8, 2026
During hearings last weekend, Washington State Senator Maria Cantwell indicated that the Pac-12 is now going to receive over $10 million in its media rights distribution.
That would be massive, but are we sure that’s right?
On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin and ‘Locked On Longhorns’ host Brad Kellner discuss the drama with Texas Tech.
What should Texas and Steve Sarkisian do next?
James Franklin reportedly got a $75 million donation from the Virginia Tech fanbase/donor base to support the program.
Spencer gives a couple of key takeaways as he enters his first season in Blacksburg.
00:00 Introduction and podcast overview
05:53 College sports conference realignment discussion
07:35 Discussing Pac-12 financial outcomes
12:51 Texas vs. Texas Tech anticipation
14:58 Texas Longhorns tough scheduling
19:50 Big donations in college sports
23:19 Discussion on roster budget strategy
25:32 Keeping coaching staff paid
28:03 Virginia Tech’s investment in athletics
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