
Iowa State Cyclones Face Crucial 2026 Turnaround
The Cyclones enter 2026 with a fresh head coach, an entirely new starting lineup and modest win projections, spotlighting three position groups that must improve.
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The Cyclones enter 2026 with a fresh head coach, an entirely new starting lineup and modest win projections, spotlighting three position groups that must improve.

The Buffaloes are bolstering their front line for 2026, adding Tulane standout Santana Hopper and interior disruptor Ezra Christensen, under the guidance of head coach Deion Sanders and defensive mastermind Chris Marve.

The league will announce the 2026 season schedule on May 14, revealing the Bears' full slate of opponents. A special Thursday evening show on FOX 32 Chicago will stream the event, highlighting key matchups, including the Thanksgiving game against the Detroit Lions.

Veteran coach Joe Spatafora is set to lead the Drew Central football program in Monticello, Arkansas, bringing a championship pedigree after years of dominance at Union Parish.

Former Indiana linebacker Aiden Fisher has agreed to a four‑year, $4.5 million contract with the Houston Texans, featuring a $127,576 signing bonus and an average annual salary of $1.1 million. His deal marks a breakthrough for the Hoosiers' defensive legacy.

After a promising draft entry and two starts for the Minnesota Vikings, Jaren Hall has hung up his cleats, concluding a short but eventful professional football journey.
An overview of 16 exceptional high school football players from Southern California, highlighting their achievements, records, and lasting influence on the sport.

Actor Cristo Fernández has signed a professional contract with USL Championship side El Paso Locomotive FC, bringing his soccer past and 'Fútbol is life!' catchphrase back to the field.

Sierra and Sophia Smith launch the first ASU women's flag football program and host the inaugural Fiesta Bowl Flag Football Classic, a milestone in the sport's rapid expansion.

Despite a $167.8 million donation surge and a roster built around Arch Manning, the Longhorns finished 10‑3 and missed the College Football Playoff, underscoring the growing pressure on a program that now treats championships as a given.

Crawford Independent School District announced the promotion of Sam Moody to Athletic Director and head football coach, succeeding Ty Robinson who now leads the Palestine program.
Registration begins next week for the upcoming season, featuring a larger passing league and a camp led by head coach Matt Gegenheimer.

Chris Boswell's new contract makes him the highest‑paid kicker in the league, a reward for years of clutch performances under challenging Pittsburgh conditions.

Senior linebacker Elijah Carney excels on the field and in the classroom, maintaining a perfect GPA while double‑majoring in philosophy and religious studies. Active in campus ministry and community service, he plans to pursue a career in ministry after graduation.

Indiana's co-offensive coordinator Tino Sunseri has offered a scholarship to 4-star quarterback Kaden Craft, a 2028 prospect from North Carolina, as the Hoosiers expand their recruiting focus.

The Florida State Seminoles and Georgia Bulldogs have called off a scheduled home‑and‑home series for 2027 and 2028, prompting discussions about a neutral‑site game in 2028 and highlighting a broader trend in college football.

A look at the latest player movements across Europe's top leagues, from Bayern's pursuit of Gordon to United's interest in Barrenetxea and Anderson, and the future of several high‑profile talents.

Major programs are reshaping conferences, the ACC adjusts its revenue model, and the push for a 24‑team playoff raises questions about tradition and leadership.

The sixth annual Academic All‑America team for Mississippi celebrates student‑athletes with a GPA of 3.7 or higher who contributed to their varsity football teams, highlighting a growing emphasis on scholarly achievement in high school sports.

After three decades leading Milpitas High School football, veteran coach Kelly King has stepped down, naming assistant coach Rey Elzey as his successor. King’s career includes multiple section and state championships and 243 lifetime wins.

Aidan O’Neil, a 6‑foot‑5, 250‑pound defensive end from New Jersey, announced his pledge to the University of Notre Dame, a decision that underscores the program’s appeal and promises to shape his path toward the NFL.

Indiana University is expanding its search for elite signal‑callers, offering East Paulding (Ga.) prospect Bode Spence a scholarship while drawing on the recent impact of Kurtis Rourke and Heisman‑winning Fernando Mendoza.

The potential expansion of the College Football Playoff to 16 or 24 teams has divided stakeholders, with analyst Paul Finebaum warning that the move could erode the regular season’s significance and strain athletes.

Indiana University has offered a scholarship to three‑star quarterback Bode Spence from Georgia, a recruit who also eyes Cincinnati, Duke, Kansas and Mississippi State. The move follows recent quarterback successes at Indiana and adds to an already promising 2027 commitment.