https://sports360az.com/2022/11/hotline-...atter/amp/

- Interesting excerpt from mailbag below

You get to choose the Pac-12 replacements for UCLA and USC. Which schools? — @Kamkiriad

"Without knowing specifics of a media rights contract — and therefore the viability of not expanding — it’s difficult to state definitively.

However, the Hotline has believed all along that San Diego State should be given strong consideration because of the need for the conference to retain a foothold in Southern California.

Playing a few non-conference games at SoFi Stadium — an idea under consideration — would not be enough.

We also believe SMU warrants a long look because it would provide access to a massive media market and potentially assist Pac-12 recruiting efforts in the talent-rich Dallas Metroplex.

Additionally, both schools seemingly would meet the Pac-12’s (revised) academic bar."