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USC Trojans, led by Lincoln Riley, are projected to break new ground with a first College Football Playoff appearance in 2026, driven by top‑ranked recruiting and an explosive offense.
The Wolverines are evaluating several starting spots after a week of fall camp, with competitions at wide receiver, left tackle, guard, edge rusher, and linebacker shaping the early roster.
The Black Bears wrapped up their scrimmage season with intense competition at quarterback, while defensive coordinator Umberto Di Meo highlighted the squad's physical growth. With the season opener looming, the coaching staff is fine‑tuning strategies before the August 27 road test.
After a standout 2024 campaign at Troy, receiver‑turned‑return specialist DJ Epps is set to bring experience and versatility to West Virginia’s offense under coach Rich Rodriguez.
The university has moved its games against Oklahoma and Mercyhurst, added home contests with Nevada and Toledo, and launched the Show Me initiative to bolster athletics finances as season tickets become available.
A recent ESPN analysis projects 2026 compensation for Power Five athletes, highlighting rising pay for quarterbacks and running backs amid shifting roster strategies.
Michigan State entered the 2026 fall camp with a seismic shift on its depth chart, as 62 of the 111 scholarship players are newcomers. The turnover reflects an aggressive recruitment strategy and a coaching staff eager to imprint its identity under Pat Fitzgerald.
McElroy ranks Georgia sixth in his top 10, praising the defense and backfield but noting offensive losses and forecasting a 2026 SEC title run.
The 2026 West Sound high school football season opens with preseason practices on Aug. 19 and Week 1 games on Sept. 4. New head coaches, standout players and notable rivalries shape the outlook across nine teams spanning four classifications.
For ten years the South High School Ravens have combined athletics with community service, sending players to help seniors with yard work and outdoor projects, fostering teamwork and life lessons beyond the field.
Collin Klein’s seven core values—commitment, unselfishness, discipline, integrity, relentless effort, no self‑limitations, and an expectation to win—are now displayed in the team’s primary meeting room as the foundation for a season‑long push toward dominance.
The Cougars aim to improve on a challenging 2024 campaign, blending experienced veterans with promising newcomers, and open the season with a jamboree in Lincoln before heading to Oklahoma.
Ahead of their season‑opening clash with Tulane, Duke is reshaping its kicking unit, blending proven touchback specialists with fresh leg talent to improve field‑goal accuracy and momentum‑shifting kicks.
The NCAA's pending ruling on Ezra Christensen's fifth‑year waiver will influence Colorado's defensive line plans as they face Georgia Tech on September 3.
A Maumelle high school footballer uncovered a cottonmouth snake inside his helmet on the Bell Slough Water Trail, handed the contaminated gear to his coach, and resumed training after receiving a replacement. The incident drew attention from global news outlets.
Auburn’s special teams unit blends experienced returners with new talent, aiming to leverage explosive plays that can shift momentum in crucial moments.
The annual Fan Fest on August 22 offers a first look at the upcoming season, free entry for kids, and tiered pricing for single games, season passes and mini plans, building excitement ahead of the home opener against Western Carolina on September 5.
Former Pro Bowl quarterback Derek Carr has been appointed special advisor to UCLA football, where he will assist coach Bob Chesney with offensive strategy while reflecting on his own mentorship journey.
The Florida High School Athletic Association penalized Sarasota Booker’s football program with a $500 fine and probation after discovering eighth‑grade players practiced with the varsity team, while roster upheaval and game cancellations loom for the upcoming season.
Dane Belton’s unexpected surge in creating turnovers is reshaping the Jets’ defensive outlook, as coaches praise his ball‑handling skills and knack for interceptions.
Analyst Josh Pate says Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer could crack the top three in the SEC provided the Sooners upgrade their run game, offensive line, and defense.
The University of Oklahoma announced its 2027 football slate, featuring a home opener against Utah State, a rescheduled SMU clash at AT&T Stadium, and a full slate of SEC opponents, including a marquee game in Dallas.
Trent Nobach, a former Rocky Mountain College football standout, has turned his near‑scratch golf game into a pathway to fund his master's studies and a future career in accounting.
With a 2-9 record in 2025, Amarillo High aims to rebuild its offense while leaning on a defense that never missed the playoffs under Coach Dunnam. Key seniors Creed Cavalier, Grant Ladd and Oliver Crinella lead a roster that opens against Palo Duro on August 28.