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The experiences of Temple, USF, and Rice illustrate the unpredictable tides of college sports and conference realignment. Oregon State and Washington State now face the threat of joining this unfortunate club, highlighting the fragility of athletic programs affected by football's varied fortunes.
While each school has its own narrative, there is a collective lesson in resilience, adaptability, and determination amid shifting landscapes. As conference alignments continue to evolve and new structures emerge, the fates of these programs remind us that the road to success is rarely linear in the world of college athletics.