Alabama Crimson Tide Eyes 2027 Recruiting Class Amid New Coaching Era
A deep look at Alabama’s 27 freshmen, key 2027 commitments and the rankings that signal a promising future.
May 22, 2026
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European League of Football hails Schalke 04’s Bundesliga return
The ELF congratulates FC Schalke 04 on securing promotion back to Germany's top flight, highlighting a historic night in Gelsenkirchen.
May 22, 2026
Missouri Tigers’ 2026 Football Schedule: Must-Wins, Tests and Swing Games
The Tigers' 2026 schedule is split into three distinct categories, each shaping the narrative of a team poised to rebuild around a new quarterback and an uncertain running back situation.
May 22, 2026
BBC Sport Celebrates 40 Years of Football League Play‑Offs with New Quiz
To mark the 40th season of the Football League play‑offs, BBC Sport has launched an interactive quiz that tests fans’ knowledge of the clubs that have earned promotion, highlighting the competition’s most memorable stories.
May 22, 2026
Missouri Tigers’ 2026 Football Schedule: Must‑Win Games, Tough Tests, and Key Opportunities
The 2026 slate pits the Tigers against a mix of must‑win matchups, elite opponents and swing games, with new quarterback Austin Simmons and uncertain status for running back Ahmad Hardy shaping early expectations.
May 22, 2026
Big Ten’s Bold Playoff Proposal Could Reshape College Football Landscape
Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti has thrown his weight behind a 24‑team playoff format for college football, a structure that would hand the top eight seeds a first‑round bye and guarantee them home‑field advantage. The proposal promises to keep more programs competitive deep into the season, and a look at Penn State’s hypothetical paths highlights both promise and uncertainty.
May 22, 2026
Section 1 Flag Football Championships Set for May 23 at Lakeland High School
The annual Section 1 flag football championships will take place Saturday, May 23, at Lakeland High School in Shrub Oak, featuring Class A, B, and C competition. Defending champions Scarsdale and Tappan Zee return, while Westlake/Briarcliff enters undefeated, each bringing distinct strategies and key players to the field.
May 22, 2026
Maya Yoshida Returns to Japan Squad for Iceland Send‑Off Match
Japan will field Maya Yoshida in a Tokyo send‑off against Iceland on May 31, a final tune‑up before the global tournament, as midfielder Daichi Kamada eyes a European club final.
May 22, 2026
Pell City High School Football Program Sanctioned After Recruiting Violation
The Alabama High School Athletic Association has handed down sanctions to Pell City High School after an ineligible player was used, resulting in a season‑long suspension for coach Jake Ganus and permanent ineligibility for involved students.
May 22, 2026
Tuchel unveils England’s World Cup 2026 squad with surprise inclusions and omissions
Thomas Tuchel has named his England squad for the 2026 World Cup, leaving out several established names while rewarding emerging talent, including a long‑awaited return for a striker who last wore the shirt over a year ago.
May 22, 2026
Braxton Hayner Commits to Central College Football
Braxton Hayner, a key defensive player from Keokuk, has signed to play football at Central College in Pella, Iowa, aiming to study kinesiology and physical therapy while preparing for his debut on September 5.
May 22, 2026
Ryan Gunderson Joins Utah Staff as Dedicated Quarterbacks Coach
Ryan Gunderson, a former backup quarterback at Oregon State, has been hired as Utah's dedicated quarterbacks coach, bringing his experience from San Jose State and UCLA to develop Devon Dampier and Byrd Ficklin.
May 22, 2026
Steve Sarkisian Calls for a Return to a Four‑Team College Football Playoff
Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian argues that the College Football Playoff should revert to a four‑team format, citing the need to preserve the sport’s tradition and give elite teams a clear path to the championship.
May 22, 2026
Illinois Eyes Transfer Portal Edge Ean Rhea for 2026 Season
Illinois is courting three‑star transfer edge rusher Ean Rhea, whose 2025 breakout at Emory & Henry featured 12 sacks and 17.5 tackles for loss. The Illini, led by head coach Bret Bielema, see him as a potential starter or key rotational piece.
May 22, 2026
Southampton FC expelled from play‑offs after training‑session spying scandal
A club historian called the episode the darkest week in the club’s 141‑year history after the English Football League removed Southampton from the Championship play‑offs and imposed a four‑point penalty for breaching surveillance rules.
May 22, 2026
Vicky Lopez: The 19‑Year‑Old Sensation Redefining Women’s Football
At just 19, Vicky Lopez has become one of the most talked‑about talents in women’s football, combining record‑breaking performances with a drive to honor her late mother while balancing studies and a promising future.
May 22, 2026
The 2001 NFL Realignment: A Turning Point That Still Shapes the League
The 2001 NFL realignment reshaped divisions, introduced a four‑year schedule rotation and revived a 1990‑era playoff format, effects that still define the league today.
May 22, 2026
Roman Caywood Poised for Breakout Season with Boise State
After overcoming a back injury and delivering a standout game against Utah State, Roman Caywood is set to expand his role and could become the breakout defensive player for Boise State in 2026.
May 22, 2026
Virginia Tech’s Football Resurgence Under New Coach James Franklin
After a 6‑7 season and the dismissal of Brent Pry, Virginia Tech hired James Franklin, who brought a top‑25 recruiting class and transfer quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer, raising expectations for a playoff run despite a tough schedule.
May 22, 2026
Virginia Tech’s Playoff Hopes Revived Under New Coach James Franklin
After a 3‑9 season and the departure of Brent Pry, Virginia Tech hired James Franklin. The coach brought in transfers Ethan Grunkemeyer, Bryce Baker, Troy Huhn and Peter Bourque, while ESPN predicts a potential playoff run despite a tough schedule.
May 22, 2026
ABC and ESPN Announce 2026‑27 Monday Night Football Schedule
ABC and ESPN will broadcast 26 Monday Night Football games in the 2026‑27 season, featuring ten simulcast matchups, a Week 18 doubleheader and a Super Bowl LXI scheduled for February 14, 2027 at SoFi Stadium.
May 22, 2026
Sachem East Advances to Suffolk Class A Flag Football Final After Defensive Showdown
Sachem East’s flag football squad edged Northport 13‑6 in the Suffolk Class A semifinal, with Sofia Larrea and Aubree Ellis delivering the decisive scores. The win propels the team into a home final against Half Hollow Hills, while the other semifinal saw Half Hollow Hills triumph 19‑12 over William Floyd, highlighted by Emma Wilck’s two interceptions.
May 22, 2026
James Washington to be Inducted into College Football Hall of Fame
James Washington, a former NFL wide receiver and Oklahoma State standout from Stamford, Texas, will be honored in October for his collegiate achievements, including a Biletnikoff Award and a record‑setting career that began on the fields of his hometown.
May 22, 2026
Penn State’s New Coach Matt Campbell Faces Big Ten Challenges After James Franklin’s Exit
James Franklin's move to Virginia Tech brings a $41.75 million contract and a $229 million athletics budget, while Penn State welcomes Iowa State's Rocco Becht and a top-five transfer class under new head coach Matt Campbell.
May 22, 2026