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Vikings Gear Up for 2026 Fantasy Surge

The Minnesota Vikings are reshaping their roster and playbook ahead of the 2026 fantasy football season, with Kyler Murray battling for the starting quarterback role and Justin Jefferson poised to reclaim his elite status.

May 22, 2026

Duke Blue Devils Poised for a Breakout 2026 Season

Under head coach Manny Diaz, Duke’s football squad combines a fortified offensive line, a revamped defense and a dynamic running back corps, signaling a competitive outlook for the upcoming campaign

May 22, 2026

Big Ten’s Playoff Proposal Challenges SEC’s Dominance

The Big Ten's push for a 12‑ or 24‑team College Football Playoff reshapes the conversation, sidelining the SEC's preferred 16‑team model and testing the influence of commissioner Greg Sankey ahead of the spring meetings.

May 22, 2026

NAACP Calls for College Football Boycott Over Voting Rights

The NAACP has urged a boycott of college football programs in seven Southern states, targeting Florida’s lucrative teams to protest redistricting that weakens Black voting power, while political leaders respond sharply and athletic institutions remain quiet.

May 22, 2026

Big Ten’s Bold Playoff Proposal Could Reshape College Football Landscape

Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti has thrown his weight behind a 24‑team playoff format for college football, a structure that would hand the top eight seeds a first‑round bye and guarantee them home‑field advantage. The proposal promises to keep more programs competitive deep into the season, and a look at Penn State’s hypothetical paths highlights both promise and uncertainty.

May 22, 2026

Section 1 Flag Football Championships Set for May 23 at Lakeland High School

The annual Section 1 flag football championships will take place Saturday, May 23, at Lakeland High School in Shrub Oak, featuring Class A, B, and C competition. Defending champions Scarsdale and Tappan Zee return, while Westlake/Briarcliff enters undefeated, each bringing distinct strategies and key players to the field.

May 22, 2026

Braxton Hayner Commits to Central College Football

Braxton Hayner, a key defensive player from Keokuk, has signed to play football at Central College in Pella, Iowa, aiming to study kinesiology and physical therapy while preparing for his debut on September 5.

May 22, 2026