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The sport is gaining momentum, with over 14 million viewers tuning in to recent championships, a fast‑track NCAA path, and Olympic debut slated for 2028, positioning women's flag football for a national title game in spring 2028.
Melkart Abou Jaoude, a Tar Heels defensive lineman, has been named to the Bronko Nagurski Trophy Preseason Watch List after leading the ACC in sacks and earning weekly honors.
Senior linebacker Rasheem Biles and junior edge rusher Colin Simmons have been named to the preseason watch list for the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, a honor that celebrates the nation’s top defensive player.
Florida State will test its mettle early in the 2026 season, facing four teams that entered the preseason polls among the nation’s top 25, beginning with a home showdown against New Mexico State on Aug. 29.
Tennessee opens the 2026 season at No. 18 in the Coaches Poll, setting the stage for a challenging schedule and an upcoming AP Top 25 release.
Alabama enters the 2026 season ranked No. 11 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, riding a strong finish and a challenging schedule that begins with East Carolina on September 5.
NBC’s flagship football broadcast continues its 15‑year reign as the top primetime program, with Carrie Underwood set to headline the 2026 season opener.
Six Wisconsin high schools compete in the WIAA’s 8‑player football league, navigating new coaches, key player performances, and a path to a state championship in Wisconsin Rapids.
The ACC preseason poll forecasts Duke to finish tenth in 2026 as Miami claims its first conference crown, setting the stage for a pivotal November clash.
The storied rivalry between Howard University and Hampton University will return to Audi Field on October 3, 2026, featuring live broadcasts and a celebration of HBCU football tradition.
Michigan’s fall camp sees returning starters battling for positions, from quarterback Bryce Underwood’s redemption to a competitive offensive line and a revitalized receiving corps.
Jordan Seaton, a five‑star recruit from Washington D.C., has been named to the 2026 Outland Trophy watch list and is set to debut for LSU ahead of the season‑opening clash with Clemson.
A look at the latest USA TODAY High School Sports rankings that place Ohio standouts among the nation's best Class of 2027 recruits.
After the exits of Mark Jones and Dave Flemming, ESPN reveals its 2026 crew, highlighting the return of familiar faces and the arrival of new talent across its flagship and niche platforms
A deep dive into the underlying factors that make Justin Herbert, Brock Purdy, and Baker Mayfield questionable starter options for the upcoming fantasy season.
A 2023 confrontation outside a San Antonio high school football game resulted in severe injuries to Markay Garcia. Officer Kyle Kennedy was later indicted, pleaded guilty, and lost his license, while the incident has sparked calls for policy reform.
Carrie Underwood returns for her 14th year as the musical face of Sunday Night Football, this time delivering a rock‑infused version of the opening anthem, blending her country roots with a nod to classic rock influences.
Orem Tigers enter the 2026 season as preseason favorites in Region 7, aiming to repeat as state champions under new head coach Andy Stokes.
Ji’Ayir Brown’s critique of past schemes, the fallout from injuries and feuds, and Raheem Morris’s attempt to rebuild a more instinct-driven defense set the stage for a pivotal 2025 season.
The push for NCAA championship status in women's flag football is gaining traction, with a potential title game slated for spring 2028 as the sport expands across schools and viewership surges.
Jordan Sanders, a Texas State transfer, is poised to anchor Florida State's defensive line at nose tackle in 2026, bringing explosiveness and mental engagement despite an injury‑marred spring camp.
The sport is on the cusp of NCAA championship status, with a vote scheduled for January 2028, and will make its Olympic debut in Los Angeles four years later, heralding a new era for women's sports.
Indiana University’s perfect 2024 campaign turned its coach and players into worldwide celebrities, sparking endorsements, public scrutiny, and a renewed focus on the road ahead.
With 40 freshmen on the roster, North Carolina is pinning hopes on two elite prospects — quarterback Travis Burgess and safety Jakob Weatherspoon — to anchor key starting roles.