Nike signs 19 high school and college football stars to NIL deals
Nike announced a sweeping set of name, image and likeness agreements with 19 emerging football talents, spanning high school seniors, juniors and incoming college freshmen.
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Nike announced a sweeping set of name, image and likeness agreements with 19 emerging football talents, spanning high school seniors, juniors and incoming college freshmen.

J.J. Watt expressed frustration that a recent MLS game announcement omitted his wife, Kealia Ohai Watt, from a celebratory post, despite her storied career and the couple's involvement with Burnley F.C.

ESPN’s recent ranking crowns Caleb Williams as the top player to don the number 13, tracing his rise from a Texas breakout to a Chicago Bears first‑overall pick.

During a live segment on KNBR’s “Murph and Markus” show, a producer’s off‑mic comment about Posey ignited tension between the San Francisco Giants and the station, raising questions about the team’s relationship with its flagship radio partner.

ESPN’s preseason rankings reveal a Big Ten heavyweight battle, with Ohio State projected as the nation’s top team and Purdue wrestling with low bowl eligibility odds.

Former Michigan State captain Matt Basgall has signed a one‑year contract with the San Diego Gulls, bringing his Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year accolade and extensive collegiate experience to the AHL affiliate of the Anaheim Ducks.

Clemson has been crowned the top program in the Atlantic Coast Conference for the 2026 season by USA TODAY Sports, edging out Florida State and Miami in a ranking that reflects both historic achievement and recent momentum.

The Bruins aim to defend their first NCAA crown, blending a disciplined ‘98%’ approach with a roster reshaped by new transfers and returning stars.

Maryland’s 2026 roster features a revamped defensive line and new offensive pieces, but the team still searches for a reliable top receiver to unlock its potential.

Coach Jeff Choate believes the Wolf Pack can contend for the Mountain West title this season, citing roster upgrades and a resilient mindset.

Clemson announced five players selected for Nike’s Blue Ribbon Elite program, highlighting the addition of top recruit Jamarrin Simmons and the broader collaboration with partner universities.

Former Giants player Matt Williams has been appointed manager of the Firebells, a new women’s professional baseball team representing San Francisco, as the league prepares for its first 30‑game season in Springfield, Illinois.

A look at the most compelling pitching additions available on the waiver wire for Week 18, highlighting performances and deeper‑league options.

Duquesne University reshapes its men's basketball coaching staff with new hires and a promotion, aiming to strengthen player development ahead of the next season.

After starring at Cal and San Diego State, Matt Bradley is now charged with shaping the next generation of Bears talent as the program prepares for the 2026‑27 campaign.
Steve Daniel, a longtime assistant at Fresno High, was recently named head football coach, inheriting a program that has gone winless in recent seasons. Drawing on a history of turnarounds, he plans to restore pride, create a winning culture, and leverage the team's talent to compete at a higher level.

After Steve Ansani and Jay Miller announced their departures, Burrell athletics is beginning a careful search for new coaches to lead its wrestling and baseball programs.

Jeremy Lin hosts an annual basketball camp for AAPI players at Menlo College, merging on‑court development with financial literacy and leadership workshops.

The Oakland Unified School District is deepening its collaboration with the U.S. Soccer Federation to integrate soccer into daily school life, aiming to create healthier schools, stronger communities and greater opportunities for young people by the 2026‑27 school year.

UCLA’s 2026 football season under coach Bob Chesney will be defined by a massive transfer‑portal rebuild and the emergence of three‑star linebacker Malaki Soliai‑Tui, whose versatility may earn him early playing time.

The Pac-12 will feature a standout player from each of its twelve schools in 2026, highlighting talent that could define the conference's football narrative.

After a breakout 2024 season that delivered a career‑best 22nd‑place points finish and four top‑10 results, Gilliland has agreed to remain with Front Row Motorsports through 2027, underscoring the team’s confidence in his steady progress

Texas A&M’s first‑year coach Bucky McMillan guides the Aggies to a fourth‑place SEC finish and an NCAA Tournament win, while reshaping the roster for the next season

Ranking the 2026 position groups, the Blue Devils showcase a dominant linebacker unit, a promising receiving corps, and key question marks at quarterback and defensive backs.