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MAC Exploring Possibility of Adding West Coast FCS Program
- The MAC is discussing adding Sacramento State, signaling expansion beyond its current footprint.
- Sacramento State has pushed to move up to FBS after strong NIL investment and multiple FCS playoff appearances.
- Northern Illinois is leaving the MAC for the Mountain West after this season, shaping expansion plans.
- Sacramento State is set to join the Big West in most sports in 2027, with football potentially affected by realignment.
- If no conference affiliation materializes, Sacramento State would become an FCS independent in football in 2027.
- The Hornets opened their 2026 schedule with a game against Fresno State, signaling ongoing competitiveness.
- Dellenger of Yahoo! Sports reported the MAC’s discussions about Sacramento State, per a Friday afternoon briefing.
- Sacramento State has publicly and privately considered moves to higher competition amid conference realignment rumors.
- The MAC would face geographic expansion challenges as it considers West Coast alignment.
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