2026 College Football Season Set to Begin with Week 0 Action
The 2026 college football season opens on August 29 with a slate of Week 0 games, featuring early-season showdowns that will be streamed live on NBC and Peacock.
Jul 29, 2026
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Notre Dame’s 2028 Running Back Hunt: A Deep Talent Pool
Notre Dame is leveraging recent successes in developing running backs, targeting a crowded 2028 class that includes top prospects like Zaiden Jernigan, Aceley Brown and Xander Edwards, while also courting additional standouts such as Zachary Belyeu and Tahmere Brown.
Jul 29, 2026
University of Memphis Teams with Costco for Exclusive Football Ticket Bundle
The partnership offers a limited‑time package that bundles tickets and a food credit, and it coincides with a stadium seating redesign ahead of the 2026 season.
Jul 29, 2026
Kyler Kasper Poised to Lead BYU’s Receiving Corps in 2026
BYU's fall practice will spotlight Kyler Kasper, a former Oregon standout whose size and spring‑practice work have coaches optimistic about his role in the 2026 season.
Jul 29, 2026
Big 8 Conference Football Returns with Central High’s Varsity Reentry
The Big 8 Conference is set for an exciting year of high school football, highlighted by Central High School’s return to varsity play after a one‑year hiatus and detailed matchups for every team.
Jul 29, 2026
Hazing Scandal at Cheltenham High School Leads to Criminal Charges
A grand jury has charged ten people, including coaches and players, in connection with a hazing incident that shocked a Pennsylvania high school community and resulted in the early cancellation of the 2025 football season.
Jul 29, 2026
Colorado Buffaloes Eye Freshman Josiah Manu for Immediate Impact
The Buffaloes must fill 22 starting spots, and a promising defensive tackle could seize a role early.
Jul 29, 2026
Ragin’ Cajuns Launch Backpack Donation Drive
A University of Louisiana at Lafayette initiative, spearheaded by player Tito Chikere, provides nearly $5,000 in backpacks and school supplies to Ossun Elementary and Paul Breaux Middle School, coordinated by director Suzanne Dupuy.
Jul 29, 2026
Nebraska Football Players Secure $7.5 Million in NIL Deals After CSC Approval
The College Sports Commission has approved a $7.5 million package of name, image and likeness agreements for 18 Nebraska football players, ending a months‑long dispute and clearing the path for payments tied to on‑field responsibilities.
Jul 29, 2026
Cheltenham High School Hazing Scandal Leads to Criminal Charges and Program Shutdown
Criminal charges have been filed against coaches and players following documented hazing assaults at Cheltenham High School. The incident sparked a community outcry and a swift response from school officials.
Jul 29, 2026
Notre Dame’s Defensive Roster Poised for Impact in 2026
A deep dive into the Irish defense’s interior line, edge rush, linebackers and secondary as fall camp approaches, highlighting key players and their career trajectories.
Jul 29, 2026
Purdue Football Looks to Build on 2026 Momentum Despite Minor Injury Setback
Purdue’s 2026 football team enters the season with a nearly fully healthy roster, highlighted by the expected return of standout freshman Max Carmicle.
Jul 29, 2026
Barry Odom Seeks Indiana’s Blueprint to Revive Purdue Football
After three straight seasons projected to finish last in the Big Ten and two years of conference winlessness, Purdue’s head coach Barry Odom is turning to Indiana’s rapid turnaround as a roadmap for a program-wide revival.
Jul 29, 2026
Strategic Guide to Late‑Round Picks in 12‑Team PPR Redraft Leagues
A deep dive into when to choose a running back over a wide receiver in the crucial late first round of a 12‑team, single‑quarterback PPR redraft format, with player targets and tier analysis.
Jul 29, 2026
TCU Kicks Off Fall Camp with a Turnover‑Free Surge Ahead of Ireland Opener
The Horned Frogs opened fall practice in Texas with zero turnovers, a sharp‑looking Jaden Craig, and a defensive boost on the horizon, but drops by the receivers and depth concerns remain.
Jul 29, 2026
Montgomery County Football Assault Scandal Leads to Criminal Charges and Calls for Legal Reform
Four coaches and six players face charges after two locker‑room assaults, prompting season cancellation and a push to treat hazing as child abuse under state law.
Jul 29, 2026
2026 College Football Season Set to Launch with Dublin Opener, Preseason Poll to Debut Aug. 4
The 2026 college football season begins in just over a month, opening with a game in Dublin, Ireland, while the preseason US LBM Coaches poll will be revealed on August 4 and updated weekly starting September 8.
Jul 29, 2026
Lane Kiffin Leads LSU Tigers into a Revamped Season Ahead of Clemson Opener
With head coach Lane Kiffin preparing for his debut, LSU is shaping a new identity ahead of its September 5 showdown with Clemson, featuring standout players like Sam Leavitt, Trey'Dez Green and Whit Weeks.
Jul 29, 2026
Columbia High School Football Teams Gear Up for 2026 Season
With practices underway and rosters set, Columbia-area high schools are mapping out their 2026 campaigns, highlighting key rivalries and emerging talent.
Jul 29, 2026
Big 12’s Non‑Conference Strategy Faces New Realities
A look at how the Big 12’s policy to schedule power‑league opponents is being reshaped by the Pac‑12’s decline, playoff expansion and the ambitions of schools like Kansas State.
Jul 29, 2026
Key Player Matchups to Watch in the 2026 College Football Season
The upcoming season features a slate of marquee individual duels that could shape the fate of teams and the playoff picture.
Jul 29, 2026
Cardinals’ Rookie Running Back Jeremiyah Love Poised for Fantasy Impact
The Arizona Cardinals selected Jeremiyah Love with the third overall pick, planning a careful touch management strategy that could reshape his fantasy outlook.
Jul 29, 2026
2026 Across the Bay‑8 Football Preview: Predictions, Players and Playoff Hopes
The upcoming season promises new rivalries and standout performances as coaches and players gear up for another competitive year in the Across the Bay‑8.
Jul 29, 2026
Michigan Wolverines’ Secondary Faces Depth Challenges Ahead of 2026 Season
As fall camp begins, Michigan’s defensive backs coach Jay Hill and head coach Kyle Whittingham outline a secondary rich in talent but thin on proven reps, relying on returning starters and emerging players to build depth.
Jul 29, 2026