 By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports
June 30, 2023
Without USC and (to a lesser extent) UCLA, the Pac-12 is losing key brands on the football field and needs teams to fill the void.
After Kalen DeBoer’s 11-2 opening season in Seattle, the Huskies show the potential of being just that.
On today’s episode of Locked On Pac-12, I am joined by Roman Tomashoff, who covers Washington for Fan Nation at Sports Illustrated.
He discusses Washington’s recent recruiting success after a slow start on the trail this summer, and whether or not it will continue.
Oregon and Washington represent the most important remaining TV products in the Pac-12 when it comes to football.
Keeping them interested in joining the league may be aided in the impending expansion to a 12-team playoff.
I also lay out why—and why if I had my way—Fresno State would be added in addition to Boise State amidst a 4-school expansion.
Want more daily content on the Pac-12 Conference?
Follow & Subscribe to the Podcast on these platforms…
🎧Apple Podcast: https://rb.gy/pznife
🎧Spotify: https://rb.gy/gynqqx
🎧Audacy: https://rb.gy/i6wzhk
🎧Stitcher: https://rb.gy/hjrssl
Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Smalls_55
Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LO_Pac12
-
McLaughlin: What Would Success Look Like for Trojans?
> Spencer is joined by 'Locked On Irish' host Tyler Wojciak to discuss USC's 2026 CFB Schedule - July 16, 2026 -
McLaughlin: Can Huskies Hang with Top Teams this Season?
> Spencer is joined by 'Locked On Huskies' host Roman Tomashoff to discuss 2026 UW football - July 15, 2026 -
McLaughlin: Bruins Optimistic Year 1 Under Bob Chesney
> Spencer discusses UCLA's prospects this season with Nico Iamaleava at quarterback - July 14, 2026