Bowl projections for the Mountain West and Pac-12 conferences have been significantly shaken up heading into week nine of the college football season.
The latest projection changes follow the Fresno State Bulldogs' matchup against the Boise State Broncos on October 11, 2026, at Valley Children's Stadium in Fresno, California. In that game, Bulldogs quarterback Jayden Mandal rushed with the ball, contributing to the outcome that influenced the updated bowl outlook.
Analysts note that the shifting projections reflect the competitive balance within both conferences as the regular season progresses toward championship weekend.
