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MicahJo Barnett, a former Liberty North High School and William Jewell College football player, collapsed and died after scoring a touchdown, leading to a moment of silence, a rescheduled game and a community fundraiser for his family.
Penn State University secured a 45-0 win over Marshall University, highlighted by Koby Howard's 133 yards and a strong second‑half rushing attack led by Quinton Martin.
Penn State opened its 2023 season with a 45‑0 victory over Marshall, showcasing a balanced attack and a stout defense while new head coach Matt Campbell impressed in his first game.
Faison Brandon, the youngest starter in Tennessee history, threw five touchdowns and rushed for two in his debut, propelling the Volunteers to a dominant win and a 9-0 start under coach Josh Heupel.
While AI forecasts give the Hoosiers a narrow path to a title, they also see a realistic route to a playoff appearance, driven by returning talent, a new quarterback, and a development‑focused coaching system.
Analyst Joel Klatt expects LSU to beat Clemson 31-14 in their September 5 opener, despite a 10.5‑point spread favoring the Tigers.
With a flawless record behind him, Ryan Day now faces the toughest test of his tenure as Ohio State confronts a slate of Top 25 opponents that could determine his job security and legacy.
Michigan’s football program debuts a 2017 alternate uniform in Week 1, while new coordinators and key transfers aim to boost a team eyeing a playoff run.
Saturday's severe weather forced both Southern University and LSU to delay their home football matchups, resulting in new start times and uncertainty for the LSU-Clemson contest.
The Week 1 clash between LSU and Clemson, originally set for 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC, has been postponed due to a 90% chance of thunderstorms in Baton Rouge, with live updates tracking the earliest possible kickoff time.
The Wolverines will be missing star edge rusher Carter Meadows, five‑star tackle Andrew Babalola, and junior tight end Hogan Hansen for the season opener, while a new offensive scheme and coaching staff aim to compensate.
In the first meeting between Tennessee State University and Georgia, the Bulldogs dominated with 660 total yards, three touchdowns from Gunner Stockton and three rushing scores by Nate Frazier, while TSU managed only a single field goal.
The University of Maine lost to Appalachian State with only one field goal, and will host Merrimack on September 12 followed by a drone show.
Three former NFL players have filed a lawsuit against the NCAA, arguing that a new five‑year eligibility rule blocks them from using a final college season at LSU, while the SEC and state officials push back against the league’s enforcement actions.
The Ohio State Marching Band delivered a nostalgic pregame show and the football program recognized its senior class in a moving ceremony before the season opener.
Clemson's football opener at LSU is postponed due to a 73‑75 percent chance of thunderstorms in Baton Rouge, with ABC and local radio set to cover the rescheduled game.
The University of Utah opens its 2026 football season on Thursday night against Idaho, with Morgan Scalley taking the helm after Kyle Whittingham’s departure and analysts projecting a range of outcomes from ninth to third place in the Big 12.
Indiana University’s 2026 football season opened with a 52-16 triumph over North Texas, highlighted by Josh Hoover’s four‑touchdown performance and key contributions from the defense and special teams.
Campbell University’s home football showdown with Western Carolina has been moved to Sunday, September 6, after severe weather caused an electrical delay; tickets from the cancelled Saturday game remain valid.
USA TODAY Sports has sparked debate by labeling the Michigan Wolverines football team for the 2026 season as a potential College Football Playoff ‘fraud,’ a designation that hinges on the perception that the program lacks national attention despite its on‑field pedigree.
The Volunteers opened their 2026 campaign with a 56-9 victory over Furman, highlighted by a five‑touchdown performance from freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon and a dominant defensive effort that included a record‑breaking three sacks by Xavier Gilliam.
The Athletic Football Show previews the Bears' 2026 campaign, highlighting a high‑octane offense and lingering defensive concerns.
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey testifies as dozens of former NFL players, including Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris, seek to overturn NCAA rule changes that denied them a fifth year of college eligibility.
A September 5 college football game between Colorado School of Mines and Washburn University was halted by extreme heat, resulting in a 16‑16 tie—the first such outcome since overtime was introduced.