Offseason Shifts Set the Stage for a Competitive 2026 College Football Season
An overview of the major offseason moves shaping the 2026 college football season, from quarterback battles to coaching changes.
May 28, 2026
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Cignetti warns college football’s future is at risk amid rising costs and new legislation
Indiana University football coach Curt Cignetti warns that the sport may not survive in its current form due to escalating financial pressures, while Senators Maria Cantwell and Ted Cruz introduce the Protect College Sports Act of 2026 to impose a hard salary cap and other reforms.
May 28, 2026
Coach Curt Cignetti warns of spiraling costs in college football as legislative action looms
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti says rising roster expenses could reshape college football within two years, backing the Big Ten’s CFP expansion and supporting pending federal legislation aimed at curbing financial excess.
May 28, 2026
Jaxon Kohler Eyes NBA Draft After Pacers Workout
Jaxon Kohler, a four‑year Michigan State standout, is preparing for the NBA Draft after a second reported workout with the Indiana Pacers, aiming for an NBA or G League spot.
May 28, 2026
Michigan State Announces 2026 Season Kickoff Times and TV Slots
The Spartans have revealed dates, opponents and broadcast partners for their first three games of the 2026 college football season, marking the start of a new era under Pat Fitzgerald.
May 28, 2026
Pacers Stage Draft Workouts Ahead of Potential Moves
The Indiana Pacers are using pre‑draft workouts to evaluate talent that could fill roster gaps despite lacking a 2026 draft pick.
May 27, 2026
Former IU Star Todd Leary Pleads Guilty in $50,000 Fraud Scheme
Todd Leary, once a celebrated player under coach Bob Knight, admitted to defrauding a parent of nearly $50,000 by promising to coach his son and launch an AAU team that never materialized.
May 27, 2026
Eight Years Later: The Unsolved Murder of UC Basketball Legend Tom Biedenharn
A memorial park honoring Tom Biedenharn and Lauren Hill stands in Indiana, but the 2018 killing of the former UC basketball star remains unsolved, prompting a renewed appeal for tips
May 27, 2026
UNT Announces 2026 Football Broadcast Schedule
The University of North Texas Mean Green have released detailed start times and network designations for a seven‑game 2026 schedule, highlighting multiple nationally televised contests.
May 27, 2026
The 2027 Dynasty Draft: Why Future Picks Are Redefining Value
A look at the rising talent in the 2027 fantasy football draft, from standout prospects like Jeremiah Smith to the strategic case for investing in next‑year picks over this year’s late‑first‑round options.
May 27, 2026
Wisconsin Badgers Unveil 2026 Football Schedule with Prime-Time Showdowns
The upcoming 2026 schedule, released by the Big Ten and national networks, highlights a Black Friday rivalry with Minnesota, homecoming against Michigan State and a slate of broadcast partners.
May 27, 2026
Curt Cignetti Ascends to No. 1 Coach Ranking After Historic Undefeated Season
Curt Cignetti’s Indiana Hoosiers finish 16‑0, earning the top spot in CBS Sports’ coach rankings and rewriting college football history.
May 27, 2026
Indiana Baseball Secures Back‑to‑Back WPIAL Titles
The Indiana baseball squad captured consecutive Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League championships, finishing the season at 19‑4 and gearing up for the PIAA tournament.
May 27, 2026
Kentucky Eyes ‘Creators’ as Nasir Anderson Rises in 2027 Rankings
Kentucky’s coaching staff is targeting versatile playmakers, and Nasir Anderson’s recent international success and high school performance have positioned him as a coveted prospect.
May 27, 2026
Indiana’s Nick Vecrumba Commits to Kansas 2027 Football Class
Nick Vecrumba, a 6‑foot‑5, 285‑pound lineman from Brownsburg High School, announced his pledge to the University of Kansas, citing coaching staff, facilities and a sense of home as decisive factors.
May 26, 2026
Indiana‑Kentucky Basketball Game Moved to Primetime Friday
Indiana and Kentucky shift their 2026 basketball showdown to a Friday night at Lucas Oil Stadium, giving coach Darian DeVries a chance at revenge amid major transfer‑portal changes for both teams.
May 26, 2026
Indiana’s Cornerback Battle: Sharpe Leads, Harris and Gandy Vie for Starting Spot
Indiana University’s secondary is set for a pivotal overhaul, with the field cornerback locked in and a fierce contest brewing between A.J. Harris and Ryland Gandy for the opposite starting role.
May 26, 2026
A Golden Age of Offensive Line Talent Heads into 2026
The 2026 college football season features a deep pool of elite offensive tackles, with seven projected first‑round picks and several household‑name prospects poised to reshape the line.
May 26, 2026
Stojakovic and Fears set the stage for a pivotal Big Ten race
The upcoming 2026‑27 Big Ten season hinges on the draft decisions of Andrej Stojakovic and Jeremy Fears Jr., with four possible outcomes that could elevate Illinois, Michigan State or Michigan to the conference throne.
May 26, 2026
Indiana Star Lineman Nick Vecrumba Commits to Kansas Football
Nick Vecrumba, a top Indiana prospect, pledged to the University of Kansas for the 2027 class, bringing the Jayhawks' recruiting class to seven members and a top‑10 Big 12 ranking.
May 26, 2026
Michigan State’s 2026 Football Outlook: A New Era Under Pat Fitzgerald
From a decisive opener against Toledo to a high‑stakes showdown with Michigan, the Spartans' slate blends new coaching energy with strategic opportunities.
May 26, 2026
Indiana’s 2026 Preseason All-Americans: Six Hoosiers Earn Athlon Honors
Athlon Sports has announced its 2026 preseason All‑American teams, recognizing six Indiana players who earned first‑team or second‑team honors, highlighting the Hoosiers’ depth and NFL‑ready talent.
May 26, 2026
Athlon Sports Unveils 2026 Preseason All‑American Teams with Six Hoosier Selections
Athlon Sports has announced its 2026 Preseason All‑American squads, highlighting six Indiana University football standouts, including first‑team honorees Carter Smith, Rolijah Hardy and Tyrique Tucker, and second‑team members Charlie Becker, Isaiah Jones and Amare Ferrell.
May 26, 2026
Komets Lose 6-4 as Kansas City Takes Game 3 Lead
The Komets fell 6-4 to Kansas City in Game 3 of the Western Conference Final, dropping the series to a 2-1 deficit.
May 26, 2026