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The 2025 College Football Playoff sparked controversy when the Miami Hurricanes were placed in the semifinals without playing a game, leading Notre Dame to skip bowl participation. Illinois finished 9‑4 with an 18th‑ranked Strength of Record but was left unranked in the AP Top 25, highlighting a long‑standing perception problem that even Bret Bielema's progress has not yet solved.
After a high‑profile firing from LSU, veteran coach Brian Kelly turns to broadcasting, bringing his extensive experience to CBS’s Mountain West coverage and Inside College Football.
The latest EA Sports rankings spotlight the most potent offensive attacks in College Football 27, led by Ohio State's 92 rating, while Oregon, Indiana, Texas, and Miami jostle for the next spots, and notable quarterback talents emerge.
Texas A&M’s recruiting surge, highlighted by key commitments and the hiring of Nolan Cain, is reshaping the Aggies’ football and baseball outlook.
A look at how split championships, the BCS, and the expanding College Football Playoff have kept the question of who truly deserves the crown alive.
Analyst Joel Klatt places Arch Manning as the second‑best quarterback for the 2026 season, praising his rushing yards, new receiving additions and the Longhorns' rising offensive outlook.
Four‑star recruit Brayden Parks is set to make his final official visit to Oregon, a pivotal weekend that may decide his commitment between the Ducks and Notre Dame.
The Badgers will begin their conference campaign with a three‑game series versus Notre Dame in late October, followed by home games against Ohio State and Penn State before the holidays. The second half of the season brings matchups against Michigan State, Minnesota, and Michigan, culminating in a March 4‑5 finale.
The Alabama Crimson Tide, once a perennial powerhouse, now faces questions about its ability to stay among the nation's elite under new leadership and a rapidly evolving college football environment.
The Iowa State basketball program secures a versatile 6‑foot‑6 small forward, Jack Kohnen, who brings elite rankings and impressive high school stats to Ames.
Gunner Stockton’s 2025 performance earned him a Playoff berth, yet CBS Sports placed him in a lower Heisman tier, sparking debate over the criteria used to evaluate elite quarterbacks.
Robert "Bob" Simmons, the first and only Black head coach in Oklahoma State football history, passed away at 77. His cause of death remains undisclosed, but his legacy endures through historic wins, a standout 1997 season, and a career that spanned playing, assisting, and leading programs across the United States.
Bino Watters, a top collegiate outfielder, has transferred to LSU, filling a key vacancy left by three departing starters.
ESPN’s latest future power rankings place Alabama at No. 10, highlighting a mix of roster continuity, key acquisitions and lingering quarterback questions as the program looks to reclaim SEC dominance.
Jalen Haralson, a top 2025 recruit, discusses his move to Tennessee, his defensive ambitions, and the Volunteers' championship hopes.
ESPN analyst Jeff Borzello ranks Tennessee's incoming transfer class as the best in the country, highlighting seven players who averaged double‑digit points last season
From Penn State's potential upset over Ohio State to West Coast teams eyeing the championship, the upcoming Big Ten season promises twists that could redefine college football narratives.
After three NCAA Tournament appearances in four seasons and an Elite Eight run in 2024, Clemson's basketball program under Brad Brownell is set to leverage key returners and impactful transfers as it eyes another deep March run.
A look at Notre Dame's storied independent status, the recent push from Illinois coach Bret Bielema, and the historical obstacles that have kept the university out of major conferences.
UCLA women's basketball coach Cori Close announced the signing of Slovenian guard Lina Jerkovic, a move that bolsters the Bruins' depth and championship aspirations.
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema critiques Pete Bevacqua's push for a restructured college football format, suggesting a simpler conference solution.
As the 12‑team College Football Playoff enters its second year, a handful of marquee contests will determine not only conference crowns but also the seeding and bye weeks that could define championship contention.
Recent early exits and a historical pattern of missed opportunities cast doubt on BYU's tournament pedigree, even as the program eyes a resurgence under new leadership.
After a 4‑8 season in 2025, Michigan State is banking on quarterback Alessio Milivojevic, head coach Pat Fitzgerald and a revamped roster to climb back into contention.