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CBS Sports ranks Lane Kiffin ninth among all college football coaches for the 2026 season, positioning him fourth among SEC leaders and setting the stage for a potential national title run at LSU.
From historic championships to a drought since Pete Carroll's exit, the USC Trojans are pinning their hopes on Lincoln Riley's revamped roster. Analyst Josh Pate questions whether the team can translate optimism into playoff contention.
Auburn’s new quarterback Byrum Brown appears at No. 17 on The Sporting News’ top 25 college football quarterbacks for the 2026 season, a testament to his dual‑threat prowess and the Tigers’ bolstered arsenal.
The NASCAR community grapples with the sudden loss of two‑time Cup Series champion Kyle Busch, a 41‑year‑old driver whose death from pneumonia‑related sepsis has sparked comparisons to Dale Earnhardt’s 2001 passing. Austin Hill now drives the renumbered No. 33 car, while teammate Austin Dillon expresses confidence in his abilities and the team considers youngster Jesse Love for the future.
With the opening match against Paraguay looming, the U.S. must navigate a key defensive absence and a new captaincy as it prepares for a home‑field heavy World Cup campaign.
The NHL's playoff structure and a rising salary cap are creating new opportunities for the Minnesota Wild to reshape their roster and pursue a deeper playoff run.
From high school rinks to NHL drafts, AHL battles and global competition, Brendan Furry credits his formative years with the St. Francis Knights for shaping a career that now spans continents.
With a 44‑13 record, the Oregon State Beavers are poised to advance to their sixth straight NCAA Regional final, needing just two more strikeouts to break a program record.
With the MLB season heating up, several under-the-radar players are emerging on the waiver wire, offering high upside for fantasy managers.
A snapshot of the players heating up the waiver wire and minor‑league circuits, offering fresh options for roster builders.
The 1960 Topps baseball card set, celebrated for its striking horizontal layout and iconic player imagery, remains a touchstone for collectors, with rare rookie cards and high‑grade examples fetching tens of thousands of dollars.
Denny Hamlin captured pole position for the May 31 NASCAR Cup Series race at Nashville Superspeedway, while rain forced a rule‑book start and a 300‑lap event will be streamed on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max and NASCAR.com.
With the FIFA World Cup on the horizon, fashion editors are reimagining the soccer jersey as a versatile wardrobe staple. Here’s how to pair it with everything from flowy skirts to relaxed track pants, plus the must‑have accessories.
Despite a 52‑win regular season, the Houston Rockets fell short in the playoffs, highlighting a strategic mismatch between their traditional interior‑focused approach and the league’s three‑point heavy evolution.
Alexi Lalas, a Fox analyst and former U.S. men’s national team player, urged Donald Trump to continue calling the sport “soccer,” framing the term as a political badge that reflects America’s evolving relationship with the game.
Sam Darnold’s recent performances have lifted him into the top‑10 quarterback discussion, sparking debate among analysts about his chances to finish 2026 among the league’s best.
The Trojans erupted for 19 runs against Lamar, with every starter logging a hit and freshman outfielder Walter Urbon delivering a grand slam.
NASCAR mourns the loss of champion Kyle Busch, who died of pneumonia complications. His family’s recent settlement with Pacific Life Insurance Company sheds light on false claims about their coverage, while attorney Robert Rikard praises his devotion.
Penn State is preparing for a 2026 season that will look dramatically different from the one that concluded in 2025. With new head coach Matt Campbell leading the charge, the program is undergoing a comprehensive roster transformation, bringing in a wave of transfers and fresh talent while saying goodbye to several departing seniors. Among the players set to benefit from this shift is offensive lineman Jim Fitzgerald, a walk‑on who has been at the program since the Class of 2022. Hailing from Severna Park, Maryland, Fitzgerald has spent three years developing on the scout team and in limited game action, establishing himself as a dependable depth option. His college career has been marked by modest but meaningful snap counts. He logged a single appearance in the 2025 season and contributed on two occasions as a true freshman in 2022. He did not see action in the 2023 or 2024 campaigns, but his persistence has kept him on the roster as a redshirt senior. In the upcoming year, Fitzgerald is expected to remain a deep reserve along the offensive line. The starting tackle spots are projected to be anchored by Malachi Goodman and Anthony Donkoh, while the top backups are likely to be Garrett Sexton and Owen Aliciene. This depth chart gives Fitzgerald a realistic pathway to see more playing time if injuries or performance shifts arise. The Fitzgerald family’s football pedigree adds an extra layer of intrigue. His father, uncle, and grandfather all played the sport at the collegiate level — Navy, Auburn, and Southern Miss respectively — weaving a tradition of competition and resilience into his approach. Coach Campbell’s vision emphasizes competition and versatility, and Fitzgerald’s blend of experience and family‑driven work ethic fits neatly into that philosophy. As the team finalizes its preparations, the coaching staff will be watching closely to see how the Maryland native contributes to the offensive line’s continuity and depth.
From Stan Edwards to Charles Woodson Jr., Michigan’s football history is punctuated by familial triumphs that continue to influence the program.
Andrej Stojakovic's decision to return to Illinois has catapulted the program to the top of national rankings, setting up a fierce battle with traditional powerhouses as the 2026‑27 season approaches.
The Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals will meet on May 31 at 7 p.m. ET, kicking off a fresh era of Sunday night baseball on NBC and Peacock.
With the 2026 campaign opening against Utah Tech in 97 days, BYU’s defensive end Kinilau Fonohema is battling for snaps after a promising high school pedigree and limited college action.
After a season‑ending injury at UCLA, defensive lineman Keanu Williams transfers to Penn State, where he will don No. 97 and aim to reinforce the line under new coordinator D’Anton Lynn.