USA Today Report Questions Pac-12 Teams’ Ability to Overtake Boise State, Oregon State in Power Rankings

Boise, ID, October 13, 2026 — A recent analysis by USA Today has cast doubt on the current standing of several Pacific-12 Conference football teams, specifically questioning their ability to ascend in the league’s power rankings to catch up to Boise State and Oregon State. The report, which examines the competitive landscape of the Pac-12, highlights the perceived strength of Boise State and Oregon State, suggesting that other teams face a significant challenge in surpassing them.

The specific methodology or criteria used by USA Today to compile these power rankings were not detailed in the summary, nor were the individual rankings of all Pac-12 teams. The report’s central question revolves around whether the competitive parity within the conference is such that the gap between the leading teams, identified as Boise State and Oregon State, and the rest of the field is insurmountable for the current season or near future.

Further details from the USA Today report regarding which specific teams are being considered in this analysis, the exact position of Boise State and Oregon State within the rankings, or the reasons cited for their elevated status were not provided. The summary indicates that the analysis focuses on the potential for other Pac-12 teams to close the perceived gap, but the extent of this analysis and specific team-by-team evaluations remain undisclosed based on the available information. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.

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