Pac-12 Targeting Boise State, Fresno State, San Diego State, Colorado State for Rebuild, AP Sources Say

Pac-12 Commissioner George Kliavkoff Expected to Announce Expansion Plans Soon

The Pac-12 Conference is reportedly targeting four new schools for expansion, according to sources who spoke to The Associated Press. The schools in question are Boise State, Fresno State, San Diego State, and Colorado State.

Pac-12 Commissioner George Kliavkoff is expected to announce the conference's expansion plans soon, possibly as early as next week.

Expansion Seen as Necessary for Pac-12's Future

The Pac-12 has been exploring expansion for several months now, as the conference looks to rebuild its brand and regain its status as a major player in college football.

The conference has lost several high-profile schools in recent years, including USC and UCLA, which are both set to join the Big Ten in 2024.

Expansion is seen as a way for the Pac-12 to remain competitive with other Power Five conferences, and the addition of Boise State, Fresno State, San Diego State, and Colorado State would give the conference a stronger footprint in the western United States.

Boise State, Fresno State, San Diego State, Colorado State All Bring Unique Strengths to Pac-12

Each of the four schools that the Pac-12 is targeting brings unique strengths to the conference.

Boise State is a perennial contender in the Mountain West Conference, and the Broncos have a strong national following.

Fresno State is another strong Mountain West team, and the Bulldogs have a history of success in football.

San Diego State is a rising star in the Mountain West, and the Aztecs have a strong fan base in Southern California.

Colorado State is a traditional power in the Mountain West, and the Rams have a large alumni base in the Denver area.

Expansion Expected to Be Approved by Pac-12 Schools

The Pac-12 schools are expected to vote on the expansion plans next week, and the proposal is expected to be approved.

If the expansion is approved, the Pac-12 will become a 12-team conference once again.

The addition of Boise State, Fresno State, San Diego State, and Colorado State would give the Pac-12 a stronger presence in the western United States and help the conference compete with other Power Five conferences.