The Pac-12 is rebuilding. After historic realignment reshaped college sports, Oregon State and Washington State kept the conference alive—and a new era begins with expansion in 2026. Here’s how Pac-12 fans can support their conference’s athletes through platforms like RallyFuel.
The New Pac-12 and NIL
The Pac-12’s rebuild creates unique NIL dynamics:
Underdog Energy: Oregon State and Washington State became symbols of conference loyalty. Fans rallied around programs that stayed, creating intense engagement.
Expansion Opportunity: Boise State, San Diego State, Fresno State, Colorado State, Utah State, and Gonzaga join in 2026—bringing passionate fan bases from the Mountain West.
Prove-It Mentality: Athletes in the new Pac-12 have chips on their shoulders. Fan support signals belief in the conference’s future.
West Coast Identity: The Pac-12 maintains its Pacific time zone footprint and West Coast culture.
Olympic Sports Strength: Oregon State baseball, Washington State track, and incoming programs maintain excellence beyond football.
Loyal Alumni: Beaver and Cougar alumni networks mobilized during realignment, demonstrating financial commitment to their programs.
The result: Pac-12 athletes have motivated fan bases eager to prove the conference’s viability through direct NIL support.
Pac-12 NIL by School
Current Members (2024-2025):
Oregon State: Beaver baseball dynasty and passionate Corvallis fanbase. The program that anchored the Pac-12’s survival with loyal alumni and community support.
Washington State: Cougar football tradition and intense regional loyalty. Pullman faithful rallied during realignment, demonstrating unmatched program commitment.
Joining in 2026:
Boise State: Bronco football on the blue turf with national brand recognition. One of the most successful Group of Five programs in history.
San Diego State: Aztec athletics with Southern California market access. Strong football and basketball programs with growing NIL infrastructure.
Fresno State: Bulldog tradition in California’s Central Valley. Passionate regional fanbase with multi-sport excellence.
Colorado State: Ram athletics with Fort Collins community support. Growing football program and strong Olympic sports.
Utah State: Aggie tradition with loyal fanbase. Consistent football competitiveness and Mountain West success.
Gonzaga: Bulldog basketball dynasty joining for select sports. One of college basketball’s premier brands with global following.
RallyFuel hosts verified athletes from Pac-12 schools for direct fan support.
Pac-12 NIL Beyond Football
The Pac-12 maintains excellence across multiple sports:
Baseball: Oregon State’s College World Series dynasty—three national championships and consistent Omaha appearances. The Beavers are a legitimate national power.
Basketball: Gonzaga’s addition brings elite men’s basketball. San Diego State’s recent Final Four run adds depth. The conference will compete nationally.
Track & Field: Oregon State and Washington State maintain strong programs. The West Coast track tradition continues.
Soccer: West Coast soccer culture remains strong with competitive programs across the conference.
Golf: Pacific Northwest and Mountain West programs benefit from year-round playing conditions.
Olympic Sports: Incoming Mountain West programs bring wrestling, swimming, and other sports that add NIL depth.
Fan-powered platforms like RallyFuel enable support across all Pac-12 sports—not just football and basketball.
How Pac-12 Fans Can Support Athletes
Pac-12 fans can fuel current roster athletes through RallyFuel in a few simple steps:
- Create an account on RallyFuel.com or the mobile app
- Select your Pac-12 school affiliation
- Browse verified athletes currently on your program’s roster
- Fuel athletes across any sport
- Track your support through your fan dashboard
How It Works: When you purchase Fan Fuel, you’re purchasing Conditional NIL Engagement Rights (CNERs). If conditions are met, RallyFuel or its affiliate offers an NIL Agreement to the athlete. If conditions aren’t met—for example, if an athlete transfers—you receive an automatic refund.
Conditional Protection: RallyFuel’s conditional model protects Fan Fuel with automatic refunds if athletes transfer or conditions aren’t met. Pac-12 fans can support players without financial risk.
Important: Fan support through RallyFuel is voluntary and conditional. Fuel purchases are not charitable donations. RallyFuel is not a guarantor that any athlete will accept an NIL Agreement. Purchasing Fan Fuel does not guarantee athletic performance, playing time, or any specific outcome.
Pac-12 Battleground Competition
RallyFuel’s Battleground tracks Pac-12 rankings:
How It Works:
- Every Fan Fuel contribution adds to your school’s total
- Real-time updates as transactions occur
- Pac-12 schools ranked against each other and nationally
- Championship counts display alongside NIL totals
Conference Competition:
- See how your school compares to Pac-12 rivals
- Oregon State vs. Washington State rivalry continues
- Track your personal contribution to school totals
- Prove the new Pac-12’s fan engagement
Battleground measures fan engagement for current roster athletes—showing which Pac-12 fan bases are most active in supporting their programs.
The Transfer Portal and NIL
The transfer portal has intensified NIL activity across the Pac-12:
For Athletes: Players entering the portal evaluate multiple factors including NIL opportunity. Athletes make independent decisions—NIL is one consideration among academics, playing time, coaching, location, and other factors.
For Fans: RallyFuel’s conditional model allows fans to support athletes in the transfer portal. If an athlete selects a different school during the conditional period, fans receive automatic refunds.
Conditional Protection:
- Automatic refunds if athlete selects different school
- Automatic refunds if conditional period expires
- No financial risk to fans
Important: Fan support does not guarantee any athlete will transfer to a specific program. RallyFuel is not a guarantor that any athlete will accept an NIL Agreement or join a specific school. Athletes make independent decisions based on many factors.
Learn More About the NIL Landscape
Name, Image, and Likeness plays an increasing role in college sports, and understanding how it works often requires more than individual articles or news updates.
RallyFuel is a platform focused on NIL-related topics across college athletics. It brings together information about athletes, NIL activity, and the broader structure behind modern college sports, helping readers explore the topic in more depth.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can Pac-12 fans support athletes through NIL?
Pac-12 fans can fuel athletes directly through RallyFuel by creating an account, selecting their school affiliation, and browsing verified athletes. The conditional model provides automatic refunds if athletes transfer or conditions aren’t met.
Which Pac-12 schools are on RallyFuel?
Athletes from current Pac-12 schools (Oregon State, Washington State) and incoming members (Boise State, San Diego State, Fresno State, Colorado State, Utah State, Gonzaga) are available for fan support on RallyFuel.
How does the new Pac-12 compare in NIL?
The rebuilt Pac-12 is establishing its NIL presence. Oregon State and Washington State demonstrated intense fan loyalty during realignment, and incoming programs bring passionate fanbases. The conference’s prove-it mentality creates opportunity for fans to support athletes building something new.
Can I support Pac-12 athletes in sports other than football?
Yes. RallyFuel hosts verified Pac-12 athletes across all sports—baseball, basketball, track, soccer, and more. Oregon State baseball and Gonzaga basketball represent elite programs beyond football.
What happens if an athlete I supported transfers?
If an athlete transfers or selects a different school during the conditional period, you receive an automatic refund to your original payment method. No manual request is required.
What happened to former Pac-12 schools?
Former Pac-12 members joined other conferences: Oregon and Washington (Big Ten), USC, UCLA, Colorado, Arizona, Arizona State, Utah (Big 12), Cal and Stanford (ACC). Athletes at those schools are available through their new conference affiliations on RallyFuel.
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Explore verified Pac-12 athletes on RallyFuel, see how your school ranks on Battleground, and start fueling today.
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