Pac-12 proposes pay for play

Yesterday the Pac-12 announced that it has notified the NCAA of its intention to provide new benefits for student athletes, including an increased stipend with some extra spending money included.

Washington State’s Mike Leach says he’s in favor of the idea, saying,” I think it’s good, I think it’s definitely a positive move and so I’m happy for our players.”

There is one proposed reform he’s not in favor of, however. Find out what that is in our story for today’s paper .

More links are after the jump.

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— Who will win this week? I take my guess in this week’s Pac-12 picks .

— Washington State’s offensive linemen have been particularly impressive in practice this week .

— CougCenter has a stat-based look at Cal’s Bear Raid offense.

— There are plenty of reasons to tune in on Saturday.

— California better shore up its pass defense ASAP.

— Washington’s best offensive lineman is getting closer to returning.

— Five storylines for Arizona’s big game at Oregon .

— Both Arizona schools could face revenge-minded foes .

— Colorado needs multiple players to help replace Tedric Thompson’s production .

— There’s no way Oregon can keep avoiding takeaways this well, right?

— Examining how Oregon State’s defense ran out of gas against the Trojans.

— Just imagine how good Stanford would be with reigning Heisman Trophy winner Jameis Winston at quarterback . It could have happened .

— UCLA’s secondary coach is a master improviser .

— USC’s coach denies claims that the Trojans use questionable blocking techniques .

— Utah’s Eric Rowe is eager for another shot a gainst Brett Hundley.