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SEC Expands to 16 Teams as 2026 Season Looms

The 2026 SEC season introduces a 16‑team format, new permanent rivalries for Tennessee, and a quarterback battle that will be mirrored in the year’s most anticipated college‑football video game.

Jul 6, 2026

2026 FCS Football Season Poised for Upsets and New Contenders

The 2026 FCS season is set to be highly competitive and unpredictable, with North Dakota State's move to the FBS opening the door for new contenders. Teams like South Dakota State, Montana State, and Montana are poised to take the lead, while realignment, coaching changes, and the transfer portal have reshaped rosters. The season promises fresh storylines and potential upsets, with Montana State aiming for a back-to-back championship and new quarterbacks emerging as NFL prospects.

Jul 6, 2026

Mountaineers Gear Up for 2026 Big 12 Media Days in Frisco

West Virginia University will be front and center at the 2026 Monster Energy Big 12 Media Days in Frisco, Texas, where Coach Rich Rodriguez and several Mountaineer athletes will take part in scheduled events, including a press conference on Wednesday afternoon.

Jul 6, 2026

USC and Wisconsin Gear Up for a Defining Matchup

The upcoming clash between USC and Wisconsin pits a rising Trojans squad under Lincoln Riley against a Badgers team eager to reassert itself in the Big Ten, with playoff implications looming.

Jul 6, 2026

USC Trojans Gear Up for Big Ten Dominance

Lincoln Riley’s USC squad boasts the nation’s No. 1 recruiting class, a revamped defense under Gary Patterson, and a cadre of young stars poised to contend for a national title, according to analyst Brad Crawford.

Jul 6, 2026

Riley’s Quarterback Pipeline Fuels Trojans’ Future

Lincoln Riley’s reputation for developing elite quarterbacks has taken shape with Jayden Maiava’s 3,400‑yard debut and the emergence of freshman Jonas Williams, who could become the next Heisman contender.

Jul 6, 2026

Chanticleers Dominate Preseason All‑Sun Belt Selections

Athlon Sports recognizes six Coastal Carolina football standouts, including linebacker Se'Veon McDowell on the second team, while additional selections from Lindy's Sports and Phil Steele highlight the Chanticleers' rising preseason profile.

Jul 6, 2026

Five-Star Quarterback Trae Taylor Commits to Nebraska, Defying Media Skepticism

Trae Taylor, the consensus top quarterback prospect in the 2027 recruiting class, announced his intention to join the Nebraska Cornhuskers, cementing a pledge that has been reiterated for months. His decision comes amid widespread skepticism about Nebraska's ability to retain elite talent, yet he insists the choice is personal and unwavering.

Jul 6, 2026

Top Defensive Linemen Gear Up for 2026 TSSAA Season

With the 2026 preseason spotlight on defensive line prospects, the Guardian Foundation Repair highlights a roster of rising stars whose 2025 performances have set the stage for a competitive vote that ends July 9

Jul 6, 2026

Jeremiah Smith Tops 2026 College Football Rankings as Ohio State Eyes National Title

Pro Football Focus has ranked Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith as the top player for the 2026 season, a distinction he shares with only Trevor Lawrence in PFF history. His 163 career receptions, 27 touchdowns and dominant postseason performances have positioned him as the centerpiece of a Buckeyes squad bolstered by returning quarterback Julian Sayin and a deep receiving corps. With a schedule that includes games against Texas and Oregon, Ohio State aims to convert individual accolades into a championship.

Jul 6, 2026