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After a legendary career that produced seven national titles, Nick Saban discusses his post‑coaching life, including a newfound love for bridge, his role on ESPN’s College GameDay, and the shift from a relentless schedule to a more relaxed pace.
The University at Albany’s football program revives its popular gameday series, UAlbany Football Weekly, offering exclusive behind‑the‑scenes content, coach Tom Perkovich’s insights, and a preview of the season opener against New Hampshire.
The Athletic’s football show examines the Kansas City Chiefs’ offensive overhaul, focusing on Kenneth Walker’s role and the uncertainties surrounding their receiver corps.
After losing a senior-heavy class, the Rock Creek Mustangs are counting on faster, more physical play and emerging leaders to kick off the season at home against Centralia.
The 2026 Alabama high school football season begins on August 20, featuring a top 25 ranking released by the USA TODAY Network and culminating in championship games in Mobile and Montgomery.
Coach JaMarcus Shephard announces Braden Atkinson as Oregon State’s starting quarterback, highlighting his dedication, player‑led culture, and the team’s aim to disrupt the Pac‑12 this season.
The Beavers open the season against Houston and Texas Tech, with most games streaming on platforms like DirecTV Stream and Paramount+.
Georgia is projected to win its third consecutive SEC championship, but new coaches across the league hope to upset the Bulldogs' reign.
A look at the top Week 0 games, spread insights, and the Power Four conference champions favored by experts.
An analysis of the Zero RB approach, its 2013 origins, 2025 performance highlights, and the breakout running backs poised to reward daring drafters in the upcoming fantasy season.
The Cardinals' offensive coordinator Jeff Brohm is shaping a fresh group of receivers that could redefine the team's aerial attack heading into the upcoming season. With transfers Tre Richardson and Lawayne McCoy joining the fold, the offense hopes to overcome depth issues after losing Kris Hughes to injury.
A look at overlooked players whose statistical outlooks and situational advantages make them attractive late‑round selections.
Purdue University’s football program, which finished the 2025 season with a 2‑10 record, is pinning its hopes on a revitalized roster and a more forgiving Big Ten schedule as it looks ahead to the 2026 campaign. Freshman Brock Brownfield, a New Palestine native, has already drawn first‑team offensive line reps and is being touted as a potential Big Ten All‑Freshman selection, giving the line a youthful spark. The backfield will also benefit from the return of Antonio Harris, who was last year’s second‑leading rusher, and the arrival of three transfer backs who should add versatility and stamina to the ground game. At the receiving end, Xavier Townsend, a transfer with a reputation for speed and reliability, is projected to become the primary target, offering the offense a dynamic playmaker. Defensively, the Boilermakers are aiming for 30 sacks, a milestone they have achieved only once in the past six seasons; interior lineman Charles Correa, who recorded three sacks last year, is expected to anchor that effort. The schedule itself presents a strategic advantage, with conference matchups against UCLA, Minnesota, Maryland, Wisconsin and Illinois providing opportunities to convert those games into wins. If the offense clicks and the defense meets its sack target, analysts suggest Purdue could secure three Big Ten victories, positioning the team for a more competitive season and perhaps a surprise upset in the postseason.
From Florida to Arizona, this week’s slate features high‑stakes rematches, Super 25 showdowns and standout players poised to make their mark.
Veteran Nikai Martinez, a fifth‑year Spartan, has been named team captain as Michigan State prepares for its first game under new head coach Pat Fitzgerald, a matchup against Toledo that promises to showcase the defense’s experience and cohesion.
The Big Ten Conference has adopted a rule that prevents any player who has signed a professional contract, appeared on an NFL roster, or declared for the draft as an underclassman from returning to college football. The policy follows a Louisiana court decision that temporarily allowed some waived players to retain eligibility, highlighting ongoing tensions between professional and collegiate football.
A look at the most consequential high school football matchups in Metro Detroit this fall, from historic rivalries to playoff‑point battles that could shape championship brackets.
A look at how the Cowboys are reshaping their defensive line with new talent and a strategy built around sustained pressure.
SportsLine’s extensive simulation highlights Daniel Jones’s rebound, Alec Pierce’s sleeper potential, Jaxson Dart’s rise and the surprising underperformance of Kenneth Walker III, while a dark‑horse tight end cracks the top six.
The Emporia State University Hornets open their 128th season against Minot State in North Dakota, seeking to build on a strong historical start and integrate key returning talent.
A look at the standout players shaping Penn State's preseason roster and their potential impact on the upcoming campaign.
Missouri’s defense will lean on a cadre of sophomore talent, including Dante McClellan, CJ Bass III, Jason Dowell and Daeden Hopkins, to replace departed starters and bolster depth ahead of the upcoming season.
From Oregon's NFL‑ready front to Michigan's veteran surge, the 2026 defensive line rankings highlight experience, depth and key playmakers poised to shape the title race.
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