Everyone in the Pac 12 is Sleeping on Texas State... That's a Mistake

Texas State may be the most underrated team entering the new Pac-12, and it's time to start paying attention. Christian Rauh is joined by Win Now or Get Bent host Keff Ciardello to break down why the Bobcats deserve far more national attention heading into the 2026 college football season. The discussion covers quarterback Brad Jackson's breakout campaign, the return of two 1,000-yard receivers, one of the nation's most explosive offenses, DJ Kinney's innovative system, and why Texas State's culture and administrative investment have positioned the program for long-term success. The conversation also examines the biggest question facing the Bobcats—the defense—and whether those improvements are enough to make Texas State an immediate contender in the new Pac-12. If you're looking for a complete Texas State football preview, Pac-12 expansion analysis, or insight into one of college football's fastest-rising programs, this episode has everything you need. Topics covered: • Texas State football preview • Brad Jackson and the Bobcats offense • DJ Kinney's impact on the program • Texas State recruiting and roster continuity • Pac-12 expansion • Texas State vs. the new Pac-12 competition • 2026 college football predictions Subscribe for daily Pac-12 coverage, conference news, recruiting updates, football analysis, and basketball coverage all season long. Check out Keff's Podcast here:    / @winnoworgetbent   Photo Credit: Arianna Grainey - IMAGN Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Pac-12 Conference: Boise State Broncos, Colorado State Rams, Fresno State Bulldogs, Gonzaga Bulldogs, Oregon State Beavers, San Diego State Aztecs, Texas State Bobcats, Utah State Aggies, Washington State Cougars