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West Virginia University’s football program highlights five standout athletes whose skills and experience are expected to drive significant impact in the upcoming season.
A look at how Gonzalez's contract ambitions coexist with his commitment to the Patriots' intense training regimen, and how Maye admires his approach.
With 40 days until Penn State football returns, true freshman linebacker Keian Kaiser will don the historic No. 40 jersey, joining a lineage of defensive standouts and embracing the physical demands of Big Ten play.
A deep dive into the 2026 USC Trojans football outlook, examining the offense led by quarterback Jayden Maiava, the revamped defense, and the upcoming showdown with Rutgers.
The Trojans will open their 2026 schedule against Rutgers in Piscataway, New Jersey, aiming to build on a 9‑4 campaign and a revamped defense under Gary Patterson.
Rutgers University’s football program will be front and center at this week’s Big Ten Media Days, where head coach Greg Schiano and key players will showcase the Scarlet Knights’ 2025 successes and outline a promising 2026 schedule.
From Alabama's storied legacy to Georgia's modern dominance, the SEC's top programs blend history, talent, and fan fervor into a unique football culture.
The latest Big Ten preseason predictions and awards highlight a competitive landscape, with Ohio State and Oregon sharing top votes and Indiana’s key players earning Offensive, Defensive, and Newcomer Player of the Year honors.
The latest USA TODAY Network Big Ten preseason poll places Iowa eighth, highlighting the conference’s shifting power dynamics and spotlighting key Hawkeye contributors ahead of media days.
South Carolina State enters the 2026 campaign as the preseason favorite, but North Carolina Central, Delaware State and a Mike Vick‑led Norfolk State squad could reshape the Mid‑Eastern Athletic Conference landscape.
Clemson's linebacker unit faces a pivotal rebuild after key departures, with rising star Sammy Brown leading a group of emerging talent under new defensive coordinator Tom Allen.
Andrea Pirlo has stepped back from the national team coaching race after criticism of his association with the Russian betting firm Fonbet, a relationship that has drawn political scrutiny and raised questions about the future of Italy’s football administration.
The USA TODAY NETWORK released its preseason Big Ten football outlook, projecting the Wisconsin Badgers to finish 13th. Sophomore linebacker Mason Posa is the only Badger recognized on the preseason all‑conference team, while the program adopts a wait‑and‑see approach despite roster upgrades.
Andrea Pirlo has stepped back from the running to become Italy’s national team coach after a controversy erupted over his role as a global ambassador for the Russian betting company Fonbet. Politicians, diplomats and sports figures have weighed in, highlighting the intersection of sport, commerce and geopolitics.
The latest USA TODAY Network preseason poll places Iowa eighth in the Big Ten, highlighting offensive line recognitions and defensive standout Zach Lutmer ahead of media events.
In 40 days Penn State football will be back on the field, and a new face will wear the historic number 40, a jersey previously sported by several of the program’s most respected linebackers.
Ohio State emerged as the overwhelming favorite in the USA TODAY Network’s 2026 preseason Big Ten football poll, capturing more than half of the first‑place votes. The poll also highlighted a strong offensive core for the Buckeyes, with several players receiving conference accolades.
Marshall’s football program prepares for Sun Belt Media Days in New Orleans, showcasing award‑winning players and early season expectations.
With Mike Norvell entering his seventh year, the Seminoles are betting on a dynamic passing attack, a rebuilt front five and a secondary that could finally lock down opponents.
A journalist tested an AI chatbot’s ability to predict the upcoming high school football season, uncovering strengths in spotting breakout talent while also exposing gaps in recognizing established powerhouses.
UCLA’s 2026 football outlook hinges on a handful of critical position battles, from the backfield to the defensive edge.
Brandon Mack II, known as "Unc," will complete an unprecedented eighth season at the University of Houston, reflecting on a career shaped by transfers, injuries, and the game's modern transformations.
The Cyclones finished the season with an 11‑6 road record, the best in the Big 12, but must replace every starter as they head into a demanding slate of away games under first‑year coach Jimmy Rogers.
Christian Gonzalez remains fully engaged in New England’s preseason work despite ongoing contract negotiations, a stance that has drawn admiration from teammate Drake Maye.