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The Mountain West looks very new in 2026. The guts of the league left for the Pac-12, and then the MWC brought in reinforcements. North Dakota State brings FCS’ greatest dynasty up a level. NIU is here from the MAC, and UTEP comes aboard from Conference USA. Richard and Alex have a rose, bud, and thorn for all 10 teams:

- 4:35: New Mexico

- 8:17: UNLV

- 14:29: Hawaii

- 19:48: Air Force

- 23:35: Nevada

- 26:56: Wyoming

- 32:04: San José State

- 37:19: Northern Illinois

- 44:29: UTEP

- 46:57: North Dakota State

- 51:53: Preseason honors

Producer: Anthony Vito

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