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Athlon’s 2026 College Football Preview places Iowa eighth in the Big Ten and 25th nationally, spotlighting coach Kirk Ferentz’s 28th year, key player recognitions and predictions for the upcoming season.
Texas infielder Casey Borba skipped summer baseball to focus on workouts and diet, delivering a two‑run homer and key defensive plays in a win over Missouri, prompting coach Jim Schlossnagle to consider similar approaches for returning players.
After an 11‑win campaign, the University of Utah must replace a fully departed offensive line and a depleted cornerback corps while navigating a schedule short on marquee matchups.
Oakland’s catcher Shea Langeliers is topping the American League batting charts in 2026, posting a 179 wRC+ that ranks third in the majors. His recent swing adjustments have sparked a surge in power and contact, positioning him as a dark‑horse MVP candidate.
Stanford’s women’s basketball team, once a powerhouse under Tara VanDerveer, has struggled under coach Kate Paye, missing consecutive NCAA tournaments and facing allegations of a toxic environment that has driven players to transfer and graduate early.
Recent reports detail intimidation, scholarship threats and a hostile environment under Coach Kate Paye, prompting several athletes to transfer and raising questions about the program's future.
Clemson’s 2026 ACC schedule has been reshaped, moving key matchups to Friday and Saturday nights, setting up tough road tests against Syracuse and Duke.
An analysis of Max Muncy's consistent performance amid the Los Angeles Dodgers' recent offensive slump and the team's outlook for recovery.
A look at tight ends, a quarterback prospect, and skill‑position players in the later rounds who could deliver outsized returns in dynasty leagues.
USC is building a top‑tier 2026 roster under Lincoln Riley, confronting a demanding schedule that includes a pivotal game against No. 3 Ohio State on October 31. The outcome could validate the program’s rebuild and position the Trojans as a West Coast contender.
A combination of alleged mistreatment, threats, and academic pressures has driven seven players to the transfer portal and left Stanford's women's basketball program unranked for the first time in 30 years.
Purdue's 2027 recruiting class gains its first defensive player in cornerback Gianni Porfilio, a California prospect whose commitment signals a strategic shift for the program.
Under new leadership, UCLA’s football program is leveraging heightened recruiting activity and increased name, image and likeness funding to attract top talent and compete nationally.
UCLA announced on Tuesday that it has extended the contract of women’s basketball coach Cori Close through the 2029‑30 season, a move that locks the program’s most successful coach in place for another half‑decade.
The Bruins are experiencing a recruiting renaissance driven by aggressive outreach, increased NIL funding, and a strategic emphasis on quarterback depth.
A group of elderly baseball players helped detain a suspect in a sexual‑abuse case involving a 14‑year‑old girl, culminating in a police chase, a crash and a series of felony charges.
With returning star quarterback Jayden Maiava, a top‑ranked recruiting class and continuity on both sides of the ball, the Trojans are positioning themselves as a serious threat in the Big Ten and beyond.
Jackson Hill, a 6‑6.5, 300‑pound offensive lineman from Chaminade, announced his commitment to Notre Dame, ending a brief stint with UCLA.
A prodigious talent, Seth Hernandez has quickly ascended the Pirates' system, earning accolades and a projected major‑league debut in 2028.
Clara Strack’s junior season delivered historic all‑around numbers, leading Kentucky to its first Sweet 16 in a decade and positioning her as the clear favorite to headline the next college basketball cycle.
The school announced the hiring of former NFL running back Rashaad Penny as head coach, hoping his extensive playing experience will restore momentum to a program that finished 2‑8 last year.
Ramzi Al-Shurman, a 28-year-old former Western all-league football player, was killed in a small aircraft accident in Kern County on May 7. He left behind a wife, three children, and a legacy of leadership on and off the field.
Amier Ali, a 6‑foot‑8 guard/forward, will join the California men’s basketball team for the 2026‑27 season, bringing a blend of size, shooting and defensive skill after stints at Mississippi State and Arizona State.
After a standout tenure at BYU and brief NFL stints, Jaren Hall has retired from professional football, citing gratitude for the sport that shaped his life and family.