Canzano: Monday Mailbag raises questions about the CFP race, Pac-12 expansion, two-sport stars, Civil War, Apple Cup and more

Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel (8) huddles up with teammates before an NCAA football game against Oregon State, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Corvallis, Ore. Oregon won 49-14. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)

Dillon Gabriel signs an autograph for a fan on Saturday. (Photo: Naji Saker)

This week’s mailbag includes questions about the Civil War, Apple Cup, Pac-12 expansion, Washington State’s College Football Playoff path, the four incoming Pac-12 schools, two-sport stars in Eugene, the NIL math of college football, and the impact of Nike’s swoon.

Thanks to all who submitted questions.

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Onto the Monday Mailbag…