
17 Sophomore Standouts Poised to Shape the 2026 College Football Season
CBS Sports has identified a group of 17 rising sophomores whose 2025 showings suggest they could become pivotal figures in the upcoming college football landscape.
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CBS Sports has identified a group of 17 rising sophomores whose 2025 showings suggest they could become pivotal figures in the upcoming college football landscape.

After dominant wins over Stanford and Boston College, the Miami Hurricanes are poised to chase a milestone not reached since 2008, led by a resilient roster and a schedule that culminates in a high‑stakes showdown.

A deep look at Alabama’s 27 freshmen, key 2027 commitments and the rankings that signal a promising future.

From MarShawn Lloyd’s injury‑prone upside to Brenen Thompson’s Tyreek Hill‑style skill set, this preview spotlights the hidden talent that could redefine fantasy lineups next season.

Four seniors close a milestone season, sharing memories and future plans as the East Hampton flag football program looks ahead.

Darian Mensah’s high‑profile transfer to Miami, accompanied by key teammates, reshapes the quarterback landscape for the upcoming season, drawing attention from coaches and analysts alike.

The final stretch of the 2025 campaign spotlights elite closers, injury‑driven bullpen reshuffles and the upcoming return of MLB games to NBC and Peacock.

A look at the most promising deep‑sleeper candidates across running back and wide receiver positions, including injury‑prone backs and receivers with emerging roles.

A former All-Conference USA basketball player, Michael Osei-Bonsu, is swapping the court for the field, aiming to leverage his athleticism in a football tryout that has already attracted interest from Florida, Illinois and Tulsa.

After guiding Ole Miss through a surprising CFP run, Lane Kiffin accepted a lucrative offer from LSU, citing superior resources and a more favorable recruiting environment. The decision underscores how LSU's brand and local politics are outpacing traditional powerhouses like Florida.

From Missouri’s injury‑prone star Ahmad Hardy to Florida’s rising talent Jadan Baugh, analyst Greg McElroy’s latest top‑10 list spotlights the running backs poised to make the biggest impact in 2026.

A look at the latest preseason polls, conference projections and betting lines surrounding the Seminoles ahead of the 2026 season
Clemson’s 2026 football slate opens with a gauntlet of road tests against LSU, Georgia Southern, North Carolina, Cal and Miami, while new coaches and transfer additions reshape the landscape for the Tigers and their rivals.

FIU announced the addition of Seydina N'Diaye, a 6‑11 forward from Dakar, Senegal, who arrives after a standout JUCO career at Daytona State College.