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WSU Races to Find New Football Coach Amid Challenges

12/7/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Washington State University (WSU) is searching for a new head football coach after Jimmy Rogers left for Iowa State, while an interim athletic director complicates the process.
Potential candidates include Jason Eck from New Mexico, Brent Vigen from Montana State, and Bryan Harsin from Cal, all with proven track records.
WSU's enrollment decline and the Pac-12 breakup add urgency to securing a replacement quickly.

History

Historical Context

The Pac-12 Conference's turmoil began in June 2022 when UCLA and USC announced their move to the Big Ten, effective in 2024. This shift, alongside a 10% enrollment decline at Washington State University, intensified financial pressures on member schools. By August 2023, Oregon and Washington followed suit, leaving the Pac-12 with only two members, reshaping college athletics' landscape and recruitment strategies.

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Story summary

Washington State University (WSU) is searching for a new head football coach after Jimmy Rogers left for Iowa State, while an interim athletic director complicates the process.
Potential candidates include Jason Eck from New Mexico, Brent Vigen from Montana State, and Bryan Harsin from Cal, all with proven track records.
WSU's enrollment decline and the Pac-12 breakup add urgency to securing a replacement quickly.

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