The Pac-12 faces coaching buyout issues and uncertain futures for USC and Notre Dame amid conference realignment and CFP expansion talks.

The Pac-12 is facing uncertainty over coaching buyouts tied to its legacy schools, with questions about financial obligations as the conference restructures. USC and Notre Dame’s future in the conference remains unclear amid ongoing realignment discussions, though both schools are expected to stay for now. The College Football Playoff committee continues to evaluate expansion and format changes, with potential updates expected in the coming months.