Mountain West Secures Commitments from Remaining Schools Amid Realignment Turmoil

UNLV and Air Force decide to stay in the Mountain West, rejecting offers from other conferences and stabilizing the league's future.

UNLV and Air Force have committed to remain in the Mountain West Conference, rejecting overtures from the Pac-12 and American Athletic Conference
The Mountain West offered significant financial incentives to retain its members, including signing bonuses for UNLV and Air Force.
The conference faces the challenge of adding two more schools to meet the NCAA's requirement of eight full members for FBS recognition.
The Pac-12, which added five Mountain West schools, is now one short of the minimum requirement and is exploring further expansion options.
Legal battles have ensued, with the Pac-12 challenging the Mountain West's 'poaching fees' clause, which demands substantial payments for recruiting its members.