https://x.com/mattbrownep/status/1937906711433482618?s=46

Well this is interesting… adding SUU and Utah Tech seems to be the Big Sky backfilling Sac States exit… and future proofing the conference for when davis inevitably leaves for the FBS in the future. Can’t see any other reason to add Utah Tech as well.

from reddit: While Sacramento State was yelling about how they're a lock for the Pac-12, Davis quietly announced they were moving from the Big West to the Mountain West as a non-football member in 2026, but the agreement includes that the Mountain West has to give priority to UC Davis before inviting another FCS school. So Davis is still a football affiliate in the Big Sky, but everyone knows that they have one foot out the door

this is exactly what I am talking about, I think these moves from davis and the big sky are correlated despite sac decisions seeming to push everything.

https://x.com/mattbrownep/status/1937906711433482618?s=46

Well this is interesting… adding SUU and Utah Tech seems to be the Big Sky backfilling Sac States exit… and future proofing the conference for when davis inevitably leaves for the FBS in the future. Can’t see any other reason to add Utah Tech as well.

so impressive the culture built at davis.

I’m really curious if plough and the recruiting team are telling these kids that they are going to be playing in the FBS by the time they graduate. Seems surprising seeing so many people choose Davis over other already fbs conference schools.. in our future conference

Luke Fletcher just spits anything ever

Curious if we get some project/stadium news before the unofficial "athletic fiscal year" end on July 1st.

ask Scott about traveling to MW schools in the future and his thoughts on that. So many new places to explore

From Sam herder on twitter: (this would be insane if sac actually tries this)

From Matt's other Twitter-like social media account:

"industry sources tell me Sacramento State is expected to announce tomorrow that they are withdrawing from the Big Sky and joining the Big West in everything but FB, effective July 1 2026. And if they can't join FBS, I'm told their short term plan is FCS Independent"

My own thoughts: I was curious if Sac State would pull this move next. I know them joining the Big West has been in the works for the Olympic sports. And Sac State could put together an independent football schedule in 2026 and beyond, even as an FCS member, with a combo of FCS opponents and FBS opponents. Departing the Big Sky after pretty much publicly saying "we'll be breaking up with you soon" probably makes some sense even if it's not the exact way Sac State intended with its FBS independent hopes hitting a roadblock by the FBS Oversight Committee. I also hear the school is very unlikely to get the waiver approved by the D1 Council next week

my thoughts exactly. This is a major clusterf*ck in a lot of ways

very true. Sac fans will not be happy anyways

Wow. That is wild, especially considering how they have been talking recently. Even more wild considering schools like Missouri state, kennesaw state, Sam Houston all going fbs recently.

why not 200k at that point? and put it on wheels while were at it

hey maybe we will magically announce a move to the fbs... kidding

I disagree. they included a huge amount of lake tahoe lab boat, facility and info on every post. I think most people have been positive about it from social media. I like ruffling the feathers of our renewed rivals at Nevada.

I am here to personally apologize. While I do think a large portion of this recruiting bump is due to our move to the MW coming and the hype associated/recruiting power that comes with that, Les has really been able to bring in some good folks. Looking forward to seeing what we will do in the coming seasons!

yes, we opted in

The house settlement has been approved.https://x.com/SamHerderFCS/status/1931161778693521888

listen, I think when rocko announces stadium and arena expansion or renovations this summer your mind might change a bit… with actual timelines unlike sac. They have names and media but base facilities, track record in literally every sport, and money is on much more solid on the Davis end.

yeah I don’t doubt that when rocko announces our suite expansion project that they will sell quickly. Plenty of local companies and ag alum who would love to say they have a suite