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Boise State Leads Pac-12 Power Rankings as Conference Faces Mixed Start

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Boise State has emerged as the clear frontrunner for the Group of Six automatic College Football Playoff berth according to USA TODAY power rankings. While the conference sees optimism from top teams, four programs remain winless through the first two weeks of the season.

Key takeaways

  • Boise State is the current Group of Six playoff favorite.
  • Colorado State is the only undefeated team in the Pac-12.
  • Four Pac-12 programs remain winless after two weeks.
  • Utah State faces in-state rival Utah in an upcoming game.

Boise State has established itself as the top team in the Pac-12 power rankings, appearing as a favorite for the Group of Six's automatic College Football Playoff berth. According to USA TODAY, the Broncos hold a significant lead over the rest of the conference following a 38-20 victory over Memphis.

Colorado State stands as the only undefeated team in the conference at 2-0. Led by quarterback Hauss Hejny, who has recorded nine touchdown passes in two games, the team is scheduled to face BYU next. Fresno State moved up to third in the rankings after a 49-3 win over Sacramento State.

San Diego State sits at fourth following a 28-10 loss to UCLA. Oregon State remains at fifth despite an 0-2 start, having recently lost to No. 13 Texas Tech. Washington State is ranked sixth after a loss to Kansas State, while Texas State occupies the seventh spot following a loss to UTSA.

Utah State is ranked eighth after a 16-14 loss to No. 19 Washington. The Aggies face in-state rival Utah in their upcoming matchup.

The conference faces challenges with four programs still searching for their first win. This includes Washington State, Oregon State, Texas State, and Utah State, which are all currently 0-2.

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