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The University of Cincinnati says it never learned of Brendan Sorsby's betting habits, despite the player's NCAA ban, upcoming NFL draft eligibility, and a pending lawsuit over his name‑image‑likeness contract.
From childhood sweethearts to a growing clan, Lionel Messi’s family life offers a glimpse into the man behind the global football stage.
After a 2025 season marked by key losses and a playoff breakthrough, Alabama is poised for a turnaround as new talent steps into pivotal roles.
A recent meeting of college football’s top administrators explored expanding the playoff to sixteen or twenty‑four teams, highlighting divergent conference preferences, potential revenue shifts and the need for further analysis before any decision is made.
Brendan Sorsby, a former Texas Tech quarterback, has applied for the NFL supplemental draft after gambling issues jeopardized his college eligibility. The draft, a seldom‑used mechanism for players who miss the regular draft, could place him among notable names like Josh Gordon and Terrelle Pryor.
Four-star cornerback Jaden Carey, a top Florida prospect, announced his commitment to Ohio State, underscoring the program's rising recruiting trajectory.
Evan Nañez, a standout athlete from Cleveland, has accepted a football scholarship from the University of New Mexico while still weighing a basketball future. His father's past at NMSU adds a personal layer to the decision, and teammate Gunner Edwards has also committed to UNM after being impressed by the campus facilities.
The McKeesport Area school board has delayed a vote on whether to keep head coach Matt Miller and his staff, a move that comes after a 2025 season that saw the Tigers finish 9‑4 and lose the state championship. Star running back Kemon Spell, a University of Georgia commit, continues to draw attention amid the uncertainty.
With a $27.3 million franchise tag securing his 2026 campaign, wide receiver George Pickens enters a contract year that could redefine his role in Dallas. While ESPN’s Louis Riddick predicts a career‑best performance, PFN’s Jacob Infante cautions that CeeDee Lamb’s presence may cap Pickens’s ceiling.
Four-star running back Trey Martin commits to LSU, boosting the Tigers' 2027 class to No. 9 nationally.
Rich Clark says the discussions are healthy but inconclusive, with conference leaders weighing a 16‑team model championed by the SEC against a 24‑team proposal favored by the Big 12 and ACC, while also addressing player eligibility and the upcoming September session.
Veteran analyst Phil Steele ranks Auburn ninth in his 2026 SEC predictions, highlighting the impact of new head coach Alex Golesh, transfer quarterback Byrum Brown, and a supportive defensive staff.
Phil Steele’s latest SEC projections place Auburn at No. 9, citing the arrival of former South Florida standouts and a revamped coaching staff.
Jawon Hamilton joins Nebraska Kearney as running backs coach, bringing a collegiate rushing pedigree and high‑school coaching experience.
FOX Sports will air the inaugural Union Jack Classic live from Wembley Stadium on September 19, featuring a Big 12 matchup that represents the conference’s third game in Europe over two seasons.
Four-star cornerback Daniel Yebit pledged to TCU, bringing elite rankings, multi‑sport talent, and a strong local pedigree to the program.
Top college football officials gathered to discuss widening the playoff format, weighing financial implications and logistical challenges while also addressing player eligibility issues.
South Carolina's 2027 class now stands at nine commitments, highlighted by the addition of three-star tackle Clayton Lee, a Florida native, and the transfer of Stetson lineman Vincent Chen.
College football power brokers convened in Denver to explore a possible expansion of the playoff, weighing financial, scheduling and venue considerations while signaling divergent conference preferences.
College football media personality Josh Pate has identified the top four villains to watch in the 2026 season, spotlighting Texas Tech, the Texas Longhorns, Lane Kiffin and SEC commissioner Greg Sankey.
The league has extended its registration deadline to June 30, 2026 and moved to a Google Form to streamline enrollment for incoming 3rd‑6th graders, reinforcing its focus on teamwork, discipline, character and community.
The Louisiana prospect adds size, speed and track pedigree to Kansas State’s 2027 roster, a class already positioned in the top 30 nationally.
The inaugural Bassmaster Randy Moss Pro Football Hall of Fame Pro‑Am will take place on August 31, 2026 on the St. Lawrence River near Clayton, New York, pairing Hall of Fame football players with top bass anglers in a one‑day tournament, fan expo, and autograph session.
LSU coach Lane Kiffin announced on a podcast that the Tigers will win a national championship, confirmed quarterback Sam Leavitt’s full recovery, and highlighted the participation of golfers Sam Burns and Arni Sveinsson in the U.S. Open, while the Brendan Sorsby saga sparks calls for reform.