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Marcus Freeman has reignited the Fighting Irish, echoing the feats of past legends while the program reflects on its most controversial figures.
Former CL/G‑LR Lions athletes Reece Vander Zee, Zach Lutmer, Graham Eben and Rex Van Whye gathered in Rock Rapids, Iowa, to run a youth camp that blended skill drills with dreams of future triumphs.
The university’s leadership has announced a long‑term agreement that locks the head coach in through the next decade, emphasizing continuity and ambition.
A look at the most exciting candidates who could become household names in the upcoming college football campaign.
The annual spring game on May 9 showcased the Big Green's progress, new leadership and a hunger to compete in the upcoming season.
A popular NFL flag football league in the Valley has been displaced from its longtime home, prompting a search for a new playing field.
As his oldest son turns 15 and joins the high school football team, a father weighs the best position, leans on baseball roots, and celebrates the milestone with a nod to Fighting Irish tight ends.
Marking his son's 15th birthday, the author weighs the best position for a young athlete with a baseball background and honors the rich history of Notre Dame tight ends, featuring a snapshot of Dave Casper in the 1973 Sugar Bowl.
A French football journalist sentenced to seven years in Algeria has ignited a global campaign for his release, with the upcoming World Cup providing a platform for advocacy.
Paris Saint-Germain has become a symbol of sporting excellence and political influence, blending on‑field dominance with state‑driven ambition.
Dane Weber, a senior quarterback from Chaparral High School in Temecula, has pledged to join the University of California, Berkeley, edging out rival programs from UCLA and Cincinnati. His impressive junior statistics and projected role behind Jaron‑Keawe Sagapolutele position him as a key recruit for Cal’s 2027 class, which ranks 23rd nationally.
A popular youth flag football league in Paradise Valley, Arizona, has been shifted to a new school site following complaints from a handful of homeowners, including Tim Bidwill, brother of the Arizona Cardinals owner.
The Fighting Irish have surged under head coach Marcus Freeman, reviving a program once mired in mediocrity. The comparison to historic figures like Lou Holtz fuels a lively discussion about who might hold the dubious title of the worst coach in Notre Dame’s storied past.
Virginia Tech’s recent recruiting successes, highlighted by a top‑25 2026 class and a top‑15 2027 class led by quarterback Peter Bourque, are drawing national attention. Freshman cornerback Amauri Polydor, praised by ESPN writers, could see early playing time.
Three‑star edge rusher Olayiwola Oreofeoluwa Taiwo, a Nigerian‑American prospect, is set to visit the University of Georgia this weekend, drawing attention for his rising stock, SEC interest, and plans beyond football.
Top recruits, including five‑star prospects, are visiting LSU this weekend, drawing attention from coaches and analysts like Zack Nagy.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers announced the promotion of Shelton Quarles to vice president of football operations, recognizing his three‑decade tenure and contributions to two Super Bowl titles.
Kamarion Johnson, a three‑star safety from Georgia, has cut his list to Florida State, Florida and Cincinnati, and will visit each in June after reopening his recruitment.
Virginia Tech’s recent recruiting victories and the emergence of true freshman cornerback Amauri Polydor illustrate a program poised for a dynamic defensive overhaul.
The Jackson football stadium, constructed as part of the Works Progress Administration, continues to draw crowds with its intimate design and storied past.
The author reflects on a 1998 conversation about bowl games and argues that expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams would create more meaningful games, boost revenue and give more teams a chance at a national title.
Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire wants to buy out games to schedule a Texas Longhorns opener, sparking a scheduling feud with Steve Sarkisian, while player Brendan Sorsby appeals an NCAA eligibility ruling.
The 2017 showdown against the Michigan State Spartans marked more than a scoreboard triumph; it signaled a strategic shift that propelled Notre Dame toward a new era of physical, aggressive football.
The departure of Chris Macintosh has intensified scrutiny on coach Luke Fickell, whose job security now hinges on the outcome of a carefully ranked 2026 schedule.