Texas State's Mountain West Talks Stall Amid Uncertainty

In the United States, Texas State University has recently halted its discussions with the Mountain West Conference regarding a potential move from the Sun Belt Conference. This decision comes after the Bobcats received a verbal offer from the Mountain West over the weekend. However, the school has informed the Sun Belt that it will remain a member, particularly after the Mountain West's interest intensified following UNLV and Air Force's decisions to stay in the league. Texas State's football program has shown promise, having won its first bowl game as an FBS member in 2023, finishing the season with an 8-5 record. The Bobcats are currently 2-2 this season and are preparing for an upcoming game against Troy. The Mountain West Conference, which currently has six full-time members, requires eight to meet NCAA standards, making Texas State's potential membership significant for the league's future. Meanwhile, the Pac-12 has also expressed interest in Texas State, although no formal offer has been made. The exit fee for Texas State to leave the Sun Belt is estimated at $5 million, which adds another layer of complexity to their decision-making process regarding conference affiliation.