
Iowa Yellowjackets Aim to Defend State Football Crown Amid Roster Changes
After capturing their first state championship, the Yellowjackets must replace several key players while relying on returning standouts to preserve their newfound legacy.
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After capturing their first state championship, the Yellowjackets must replace several key players while relying on returning standouts to preserve their newfound legacy.
A look at how Dabo Swinney’s reliance on past triumphs and resistance to modern recruiting trends contrast with Nick Saban’s adaptive approach, shaping the current fortunes of Clemson and Alabama.

After the World Cup, BBC Sport will keep fans engaged with daily content, new prediction games, quizzes, Shorts and personalized app features focused on the Premier League and club football.
With a strong senior class departed, the Brick Memorial football team looks to integrate young players who have thrived during off‑season work, aiming to build on recent sectional championship appearances.

The 80th edition of the OVAC Rudy Mumley Football Game will showcase a talented group of defensive backs and wide receivers set to compete at Wheeling Island Stadium this Saturday night.

The state’s top defensive backs and wide receivers have been selected for the annual all-star contest, each bringing impressive high school stats and commitments to future colleges.

Sporting director Rudi Völler confirmed that Joshua Kimmich will keep the armband under new manager Jürgen Klopp, sparking discussion about a possible return to midfield after criticism of his recent right‑back displays.
A highly coveted running back from Martin Westview will announce his college commitment on July 29, and Tennessee is seen as the leading destination, a move that could cement its 2027 class among the nation's elite.
Coach Jon Sumrall’s revamped recruiting philosophy is reshaping the Gators’ future, securing elite in‑state commitments and setting the stage for sustained success.

The BOXTOROW Top 10 HBCU college football preseason poll marks its 20th year, with South Carolina State topping the list and several other programs receiving votes.
With health cleared for Alex McPherson, a revamped punting unit led by Hudson Kaak, and fresh faces in the return game, Auburn’s special teams are poised for both challenge and opportunity in the upcoming season.
High school football teams across the region are gearing up for the 2026 season, with new districts, shifting win‑loss trends and promising storylines shaping the upcoming schedule.
With the SEC shifting toward a more run‑heavy, physical style, Tennessee’s defense must evolve quickly to keep pace with opponents like Georgia Tech, Texas and Auburn.
The dismissal of head coach Carlos Woods has triggered a cascade of player transfers, with key prospects like Maleek Lee heading to Palmetto and several others joining Venice, Cardinal Mooney, and more.
The Florida Gators are deep into fall camp with a quarterback duel that could shape their 2026 season. Coach Jon Sumrall emphasizes collaboration and a lack of a set timeline for naming a starter.
Alabama’s offensive line for the upcoming season will feature just one returning starter, Michael Carroll, who shifts to right guard, while six transfers — including Jayvin James, Nick Brooks, Ethan Fields, Ty Haywood, Racin Delgatty and Kaden Strayhorn — compete for starting spots.

The Big Ten Preseason Poll released this week places the Nebraska Cornhuskers at eleventh overall, a position that reflects both optimism and the challenge of climbing back into the conference’s upper tier. Ohio State topped the poll with 540 points, underscoring the Buckeyes’ status as the preseason favorite. Nebraska accumulated 246 points, edging past Wisconsin while falling short of Minnesota, a placement that sets the stage for a competitive mid‑west battle. The schedule ahead features six matchups against teams that finished in the top ten last season, promising tough tests for the Cornhuskers. Coach Matt Rhule, who entered his third season with a 19‑19 record, recently secured a contract extension that binds him to Nebraska through 2032, providing continuity after a tenure that snapped a nearly decade‑long bowl drought. Adding to the narrative, UNLV transfer Anthony Colandrea is expected to be the focal point of the offense, bringing a fresh dynamic to the quarterback position.
A deep group of high school running backs in the Tuscaloosa area is drawing attention as the 2026 season approaches, and local fans are being asked to pick the preseason favorite.

An analysis of the NFL’s surge in multiple‑tight end formations and how it reshapes fantasy football strategy, spotlighting key players like Jaylen Waddle and Ladd McConkey.

A deep dive into which RBs to target, offload, or retain in fantasy lineups, based on recent performance and team contexts.
UCF returns the majority of its key contributors for 2026, bolstered by transfer portal additions, while ESPN and CBS Sports project modest win totals and advise caution on over/under bets.

From Coal Grove to Ironton, high school football programs are using 7‑on‑7 passing drills to fine‑tune offense and defense, with coaches and players eyeing next week’s statewide tournament.

Baylor head coach Dave Aranda outlined the team's focus on closing out games after a series of narrow defeats in 2025, highlighting both lessons learned and upcoming road matchups.

North Carolina announced that general manager Michael Lombardi has been placed on paid administrative leave, offering no details, just days before the program begins preseason work under head coach Bill Belichick.