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Pac-12 Analysis
Pac-12 power rankings
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Boise State is 4-1 in 2026, 1-0 in Pac-12 play, with 172 points scored and 103 allowed (+69). Team skill rating 88, 1st of 8 in the Pac-12.
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Fresno State is 4-1 in 2026, 1-0 in Pac-12 play, with 139 points scored and 82 allowed (+57). Team skill rating 84, 4th of 8 in the Pac-12.
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Oregon State is 3-2 in 2026, 1-0 in Pac-12 play, with 185 points scored and 118 allowed (+67). Team skill rating 86, 2nd of 8 in the Pac-12.
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Texas State is 2-3 in 2026, 0-1 in Pac-12 play, with 174 points scored and 166 allowed (+8). Team skill rating 82, 7th of 8 in the Pac-12.
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Colorado State is 2-3 in 2026, 0-1 in Pac-12 play, with 187 points scored and 193 allowed (-6). Team skill rating 84, 3rd of 8 in the Pac-12.
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San Diego State is 2-3 in 2026, 1-0 in Pac-12 play, with 123 points scored and 144 allowed (-21). Team skill rating 83, 6th of 8 in the Pac-12.
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Washington State is 1-4 in 2026, 0-1 in Pac-12 play, with 95 points scored and 125 allowed (-30). Team skill rating 79, 8th of 8 in the Pac-12.
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Utah State is 1-4 in 2026, 0-1 in Pac-12 play, with 70 points scored and 125 allowed (-55). Team skill rating 84, 5th of 8 in the Pac-12.
How these rankings work
The order is computed, not hand-picked. Programs are sorted by 2026 win percentage, then by point differential per game, then by team skill rating. The team skill rating blends the skill-engine grades of each program's projected starters on offense, defense and special teams with its head coach rating. Before a game is played, the order is the team skill rating alone. For the official conference table, see the Pac-12 standings.
All 8 Pac-12 programs ordered by 2026 results and team skill rating, with the numbers behind each spot. Rebuilt from the latest data through the season.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is ranked first in the Pac-12 power rankings in 2026?
Boise State sits first, ordered by 2026 record, then point differential, then team skill rating.
How often are the Pac-12 power rankings updated?
The order is rebuilt from the latest results and ratings on every site update through the season.