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McLaughlin: Mountain West’s Next Expansion Move?

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22 April 2026

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There’s a growing sense that Tarleton State could be the next FCS team to make the jump to FBS College Football.

Could the Mountain West give them a look?

On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, I discuss Virginia Tech after their Spring Game became known for a parachuting incident.

Will that become a metaphor for James Franklin’s first season?

Indiana DC Bryant Haines, like his head coach Curt Cignetti, is not afraid to take shots and speak his mind.

Why did he go after Alabama fans on Twitter following Ty Simpson’s comments?

00:00 Tarleton State’s FBS aspirations
04:25 Considering Texas for expansion
07:57 Discussing potential league membership
14:17 James Franklin’s coaching potential
19:06 Virginia Tech’s football challenges
23:04 Winning a national championship
24:20 Indiana’s transfer portal strategy
27:50 Embracing confidence with success