Kentucky Football Looks to Build on Bowl Hopes in 2026
The Wildcats open 2026 with a 4-1 start, secure bowl eligibility, yet face lingering doubts after a third straight year without a bowl game.
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The Wildcats open 2026 with a 4-1 start, secure bowl eligibility, yet face lingering doubts after a third straight year without a bowl game.

With a prime-time showdown against the nation's top-ranked team, Arch Manning has the chance to transform early-season skepticism into a showcase of his elite quarterbacking abilities.

Kellan Hall, a 6‑foot‑4, 265‑pound defensive lineman from Louisville, Kentucky, will visit Tennessee for the Volunteers' game against LSU on November 21, 2028. The visit follows multiple scholarship offers and a recruiting tour that includes Oregon, Oklahoma, Georgia, Texas A&M, Ohio State, Michigan and Notre Dame.

USA TODAY Sports projects Alabama as an at‑large playoff team, setting up a first‑round clash with Texas and a potential Rose Bowl finish

An early look at the 2026 college football calendars reveals a handful of programs confronting the toughest line‑ups, with ESPN and Pro Football Network already flagging the most demanding slates.

After years without a 1,000-yard receiver or a first-round draft pick, Alabama’s WR group is undergoing a reshuffle. Returning stalwarts, injury-impacted prospects and a fresh influx of talent aim to restore the program’s historic explosiveness.

Curt Cignetti’s rise, Bill Belichick’s second act, and emerging Heisman hopefuls shape a season poised to rewrite college football narratives.
A wave of transfers and a reshaped coaching staff bring 26 newcomers to Manhattan, promising depth and new dynamics for the Wildcats.

Baylor’s Callie Conrad was named Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week after scoring in each of the Bears’ first two victories, a performance that propels the team to a historic 2‑0 start and a top‑ten national ranking.

Florida Gators missed the preseason AP Top 25, yet new head coach Jon Sumrall targets a return to the rankings in 2026, beginning with a September 5 showdown against FAU.

Kirsten Ruf’s standout shutout and assist, along with Lauren Pickup’s back‑to‑back goals, highlight a productive week for Rice soccer ahead of upcoming games.

The redshirt senior from Kansas has been recognized among the leading collegiate linebackers for the upcoming season, highlighting his recent performance and the award's storied legacy.

The Crimson Tide announce their full conference slate, highlighting a New Year’s Eve opener versus South Carolina and a mix of home and away games that will test the new coaching staff.

Five‑star running back EJ Crowell commits to Alabama, bringing 6,000 rushing yards and elite speed to a 2026 class ranked among the nation’s best.

The Wildcats will navigate a 16‑game conference schedule, highlighted by marquee games against Texas, LSU and South Carolina, with the SEC tournament set for Greenville in March.

The University of Arkansas women's basketball team will open its 2026‑27 SEC schedule on Dec. 31 against Vanderbilt, navigating a tough conference slate and a 30‑game schedule overseen by Coach Kelsi Musick.

A true freshman takes the helm as the Volunteers face a slate of high‑stakes road games that could define their postseason fate.

Ryan Niblett, a senior standout for the Texas Longhorns, has been selected for the Paul Hornung Award preseason watch list, highlighting his all‑purpose impact and versatility on the field.

The conference announces its preseason watchlist, highlighting returning All‑SEC stars, early rankings and the teams poised to contend as the 34th season kicks off.

After guiding Georgia to multiple top‑five recruiting classes, including a No. 1 class in 2024, David Cooper is set to join Creative Artists Agency Sports, a move that leaves a noticeable gap in the Bulldogs' talent pipeline.

The University of Georgia announced its full non‑conference slate for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting road trips to North Carolina and Georgia Tech, neutral‑site contests in Orlando and New York, and a series of marquee matchups that could shape the Bulldogs’ NCAA résumé.

A look at the athletes and leaders whose performances and decisions will determine the trajectory of the 2026 college football season and its playoff picture.

Alabama’s 2025 campaign under Kalen DeBoer delivered eleven victories, a College Football Playoff title and a top‑ranked recruiting class, while a new long‑term contract and lofty CBS rankings raise expectations for a championship‑ready future.

ESPN’s Heather Dinich ranks Alabama 17th among 31 teams for the 2026 College Football Playoff, citing a challenging schedule, an unsettled quarterback battle and a pivotal Oct. 10 matchup against Georgia as key factors shaping the Crimson Tide’s postseason chances.