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Heim Brothers Forge New Era for Washburn Football

The Heim siblings bring a unique family dynamic to the Ichabods, blending high school success, national tackle rankings, and a freshman debut ahead of the team's season opener against Truman State.

Jul 28, 2026

The Late‑Round Quarterback Surge

Fantasy football managers are increasingly finding value in late‑round quarterbacks whose draft positions do not reflect their upside, a trend highlighted by recent ADP overperformance and strategic team moves.

Jul 28, 2026

Late‑Round RB Targets: Jones, Mitchell, Allen

Three late‑round running backs — Aaron Jones, Keaton Mitchell and Kaytron Allen — offer outsized upside for half‑PPR drafts, each anchored by distinct team contexts and usage patterns.

Jul 28, 2026

Kirk Ferentz’s Enduring Reign at Iowa

For nearly three decades, Kirk Ferentz has built a winning legacy at Iowa, blending defensive mastery with player development while securing a lucrative contract extension through 2029.

Jul 28, 2026

Final Four Determined in TV20 Football Play of the Year

The TV20 Football Play of the Year contest narrows to its final four, featuring teams from Santa Fe, Williston, Lafayette and Hawthorne. Voting ends Thursday, and the winner will be announced on Monday, August 3.

Jul 28, 2026

Christian Moss Returns to the Field with No. 5 Jersey at Washington Huskies

Christian Moss, a senior wide receiver for the Washington Huskies, will don the No. 5 jersey this fall, a number he previously wore in high school. Having transferred from Virginia Tech and missed the 2023 season due to injury, Moss is now competing for a starting role as the team looks to replace the production of departed star Denzel Boston.

Jul 28, 2026

Nick Dawkins Eyes NFL Opportunity After Penn State Triumphs

After a standout college career marked by All‑Big Ten recognition, a Wuerffel Trophy and team captaincy, Nick Dawkins is poised to compete for a spot on the Ravens’ 53‑man roster, reuniting with teammate Vega Ioane and preparing for the Nittany Lions’ season opener against Marshall in just over a month.

Jul 28, 2026

Texas A&M System Launches Inaugural Chancellor’s Cup Football Showdown

The Texas A&M System is introducing the Chancellor’s Cup, a new competition debuting in the 2026 college football season, featuring Prairie View A&M against Tarleton State on August 29, 2026, with Chancellor Glenn Hegar presenting the trophy to the winning school’s leadership.

Jul 28, 2026

The 2002 Iowa Hawkeyes: A Near‑Miss That Could Have Changed College Football

The 2002 Iowa Hawkeyes finished 11‑1, captured a share of the Big Ten, and were ranked No. 5 in the final BCS standings, yet a controversial exclusion from the Rose Bowl sent them to the Orange Bowl, where they fell to USC. In a world where a 24‑team playoff had existed, the Hawkeyes would have been heavy favorites, reshaping the championship picture.

Jul 28, 2026