
Kirk Ferentz’s Legacy and Iowa’s 2026 Playoff Hopes
With 27 years at Iowa, Kirk Ferentz remains a pillar of stability in college football. As the Hawkeyes add transfer talent and face a tough schedule, the program eyes a playoff run.
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With 27 years at Iowa, Kirk Ferentz remains a pillar of stability in college football. As the Hawkeyes add transfer talent and face a tough schedule, the program eyes a playoff run.

Brent Scott ascends to Penn State’s assistant coaching staff, bringing his proven recruiting acumen and experience with Mike Rhoades at VCU and Rice, while the program eyes development of international talent like German prospect Yanic Kona Niederhauser.

Late last fall, Verge Ausberry took the helm of LSU athletics and set in motion a series of high‑profile hires and multi‑million‑dollar budgets that are redefining both football and basketball.

FIFA's mandate for natural hybrid pitches at 16 World Cup sites has triggered an unprecedented conversion of football and NFL stadiums, blending climate control, underground systems and thousands of labor hours to deliver playable soccer fields under roofs and in diverse climates.

Kevin Durant’s move to Houston sparked both hope and injury, while freshman phenom AJ Dybantsa emerges as a top prospect, drawing comparisons to NBA greats and shaping the league’s future.

Scotland and Curaçao will meet in a friendly at Hampden Park on May 30, 2026, serving as the last tune‑up before the FIFA World Cup 2026 begins in North America.

Duke's upcoming games against Georgia, Michigan and UConn promise a tough test, while a potential dispute between the Big Ten and Amazon could reshape the schedule.

Curacao, the smallest nation ever to qualify for the FIFA World Cup, will host a free community training session at FAU Stadium on June 11, offering fans a rare glimpse of the team before its first match against Germany in Houston.

From the Atlantic archipelago to Florida’s Gulf Coast, Cabo Verde’s qualification marks a milestone for African football and promises economic uplift for its communities.

Curt Cignetti's rapid ascent from a 43rd‑place ranking to the top of CBS Sports' coach list after Indiana's perfect season ignites debate over the reactive nature of annual rankings.

Crowded backcourts across the league are poised to reshape fantasy basketball draft strategies, making offseason moves and preseason performances critical for success.

Josh Inglis expects a low-scoring duel between Los Angeles and Detroit, Jon Metler backs Minnesota's moneyline, and Joe Osborne favors Houston's chances, citing recent performances and statistical edges.

A look at the top MLB expert selections for Thursday, focusing on the Houston Astros, Minnesota Twins, and a low‑scoring showdown in Detroit.

An overview of the major offseason moves shaping the 2026 college football season, from quarterback battles to coaching changes.
The 2026 World Cup will be held across three nations, featuring 48 teams, defending champion Argentina, and a host of storylines from ticket prices to celebrity performances.

The Indiana Pacers are using pre‑draft workouts to evaluate talent that could fill roster gaps despite lacking a 2026 draft pick.

The Wildcats will open the 2026 NCAA Tournament against Wake Forest in Morgantown, facing a host West Virginia team and Binghamton in a competitive regional.

The United States men's national team announced a World Cup roster that omitted Diego Luna, a consistent performer and marketing cornerstone, prompting surprise across the soccer community.

Will Davis, celebrated for his transformative tenure at Lamar University, is set to lead the University of Houston’s baseball team, bringing a winning pedigree and renewed resources to the program.

The University of Houston’s baseball program is poised to appoint Will Davis, the successful head coach of Lamar University, to lead the Cougars, aiming to reverse recent struggles and return to national contention.

After a dominant 9‑0 win, Vermont Green FC travels to New Hampshire to face Black Rock FC, a team with a strong recent record, in a match that will be streamed live on SportsEngine Play.

Recent injury reports reshape lineups as several starters hit the injured list, while fantasy analysts highlight Eduardo Rodriguez and David Martin as prime streaming pitchers for the upcoming slate.

A look at three senior players poised to continue Houston's storied tradition of producing NFL talent.

Colorado’s 2027 recruiting haul added a highly touted cornerback and another prospect, expanding a class that’s already positioned to break into the upper echelon of the Big 12.