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In a nail‑biting 13‑12 win over Western Michigan, Michigan’s defense shone while its offense stumbled, highlighted by a dramatic final play and nine penalties that expose deeper issues.
High‑stakes games in Week 1, from Lane Kiffin’s LSU debut to Auburn’s rebound under Alex Golesh, promise to influence the race for the College Football Playoff.
Cannon Devries' electrifying special teams performances in BYU's opening win over Utah Tech highlighted the Cougars' depth and set a positive tone for a season that could see the team contend for the Big 12 title and a College Football Playoff berth.
The Detroit Lions boast a potent offense led by Jared Goff and a talented group of playmakers, yet a leaky defense that gave up the league’s highest explosive‑pass rate last season threatens their championship aspirations.
Wisconsin faces a 20.5‑point underdog challenge as the Badgers kick off their season at Lambeau Field on September 6.
Iowa’s offense surged to a record 507 total yards, outgaining NIU and showcasing the Tim Lester era’s rapid growth.
Iowa's 48-10 win over Northern Illinois showcased a balanced attack and stout defense, improving the Hawkeyes to 8-1 overall and 5-0 in the Big Ten.
A 28‑9 victory over Austin Peay offered a moral boost for Vanderbilt, but offensive inconsistency and quarterback uncertainty left the Commodores questioning their readiness for the season ahead.
Tarleton State’s 250‑yard effort by Tylan Hines and West Florida’s 42‑14 win over Central Arkansas underscore a promising start to the United Athletic Conference season.
Due to soaring temperatures, Chicago Public Schools canceled Thursday’s eight Public League football contests, leaving venues empty and teams awaiting new dates.
Xbox’s Free Play Days return this September, offering a four‑day window for members to download and try popular titles, with post‑event discounts available for several games.
Hannah McNair’s appointment as Co‑Chair of the NFL Flag Football Committee marks a pivotal step toward global growth and Olympic inclusion of the sport.
A 71-3 victory over Nicholls showcased Kansas State’s offensive firepower and defensive discipline, setting an optimistic tone for the season ahead.
The Volunteers improved to 6-0 under Heupel with a dominant 56-9 victory, highlighted by a record-breaking performance from freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon and a defensive effort that limited Furman to just 43 passing yards.
New head coach Jon Sumrall outlines his non‑negotiables for the season opener and praises the team's preparation, quarterback competition and special‑teams talent.
The FIU Panthers opened their 25th football season with a 19-9 defeat to South Florida, marked by early deficits, key turnovers and career‑high outings from senior quarterback JJ Kohl and receiver Maguire Anderson.
The Wolverines’ opening season loss to Western Michigan, a $1.5 million‑paid opponent, underscores the financial stakes and coaching adjustments facing Michigan’s playoff‑bound team.
The 2026 NFL season opens on Wednesday, September 9, with a Super Bowl LX rematch, while the first Thursday Night Football game will be staged in Australia on September 10, streamed on Netflix.
Hired in December, Bob Chesney brings a holistic approach that prioritizes inclusion, psychological support, and family involvement, while his extensive winning record and strategic staff appointments signal a promising future for UCLA’s football program.
During a high‑profile showdown with Western Michigan, Michigan Football turned the stadium into a recruiting hub, welcoming a wave of elite 2027 and 2028 prospects who met with coaches, shared the sidelines, and even received scholarship offers on the spot.
Marshall University fell 45-0 to No. 18 Penn State in front of 108,489 spectators, the largest crowd in program history, as coach Tony Gibson lamented the team’s inability to generate any offense, defense or special‑team production.
Five Lincoln-Way East students were removed after a racially charged incident during a high school football game, prompting apologies and commitments from both schools to foster a respectful environment.
In a packed Week 2 of the 2026 season, high‑school football powerhouses delivered a mix of stunning comebacks, crushing defeats and record‑setting performances, reshaping early‑season rankings.
Texas Tech’s 33-10 win over Abilene Christian was marred by red‑zone inefficiency, with the team relying on kicker Stone Harrington and facing persistent challenges that dated back to last season.