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The Naval Academy’s football team opens its 2026 campaign at home against Towson, a game that marks a second meeting with the Tigers, a rushing record for Shun White, and the continuation of a 78‑game home winning streak when leading after three quarters.
Arkansas basketball coach John Calipari backs a new bill to overhaul NCAA eligibility, criticizing the five‑for‑five rule and urging urgent reforms before a September vote.
The Hoosiers’ football team opens the season atop the preseason AP poll, while basketball looks to secure an 8‑seed in the 2027 NCAA bracket, with other sports gearing up for fall competition.
Illinois football team captains Jake Renfro and Xavier Scott have been named to the 2026 College Football Comeback Player of the Year watch list, recognizing their remarkable recoveries from injury and standout contributions on the field.
Despite a limited 2025 season due to injury, Vic Listorti’s resilience earns him a spot on the prestigious 2026 Comeback Player of the Year watch list, highlighting his journey back to the Navy offense.
In his latest preseason poll, ESPN analyst Rece Davis places the Fighting Irish at No. 1, praises the Buckeyes and Hoosiers, and highlights a surprising endorsement of several Big 12 teams, while demoting traditional powerhouses like Texas A&M and LSU.
The Ducks' spring scrimmage drew 40,000 fans to Autzen Stadium, featuring standout plays from rising quarterback Dylan Raiola and veteran Dante Moore, while coaches emphasized focus and a growth mindset heading into the September 5 opener.
The latest preseason rankings from the Associated Press and the US LBM Coaches Poll show a near‑identical top ten, but divergences below that tier highlight questions about roster depth, quarterback health and coaching confidence.
The Bulldogs open the season against Tennessee State on September 5, facing a lineup of preseason‑ranked foes that includes Ole Miss, Oklahoma, Alabama and Missouri.
The latest AP Top 25 preseason poll places Ohio State at No. 1, with Oregon, Georgia, Notre Dame and Texas rounding out the top five, while the SEC boasts nine ranked teams and the Big Ten eight, highlighting shifting power dynamics and high expectations for returning starters and new coaches.
The Golden State Bears received two voting points in the AP preseason poll, signaling cautious optimism as they prepare for a schedule that avoids top‑15 opponents and features a key ACC matchup against Clemson.
The latest AP preseason poll places Missouri at No. 25, highlights a deep SEC presence, and reveals a reshaped Big 12 landscape as Kansas State begins its first season under Collin Klein.
LSU's preseason placement reflects growing optimism under new head coach Lane Kiffin, who prepares for a demanding schedule against top SEC rivals.
The Aggies' ascent to eighth reflects a sustained rise in program momentum, highlighted by historic rankings and a challenging slate of opponents.
The Cougars are projected to crack the top fifteen of the 2026 preseason AP poll, reflecting growing confidence in the program under Sitake’s leadership.
Notre Dame climbs to fourth in the 2025 AP preseason media poll, riding a 10‑game winning streak and a challenging slate that includes Miami, BYU and SMU.
The upcoming AP Top 25 preseason rankings, decided by over 60 journalists, highlight Ohio State’s +600 odds while Indiana’s perfect 2025 season sets a high bar for the new year.
An analysis of the author’s preseason AP Top 25 ballot, grading each team’s final placement against its prediction, highlights both spot‑on forecasts and notable missteps.
Ty Redmond and Wendell Moe Jr. have been selected for prestigious national watchlists, underscoring their impact on the Volunteers' defense and setting the stage for a promising campaign.
Miami University has renewed the contracts of basketball coach Jai Lucas and football coach Mario Cristobal after both led their teams to notable postseason successes, underscoring a period of growth for the athletic program.
Former Arkansas forward Malique Ewin has signed with Oregon, bringing veteran experience to a team seeking a turnaround after a 12‑20 campaign.
Andrew Friedman insists the Dodgers are not trying to ruin baseball, while manager Dave Roberts acknowledges the team's polarizing reputation following the acquisition of Tarik Skubal.
In a tightly contested basketball game on August 1, 2026, the Arkansas Razorbacks defeated the Canadian champion Carleton University squad in Nassau, with guard Jeremiah Wilkinson delivering the decisive three‑point shot.
Arkansas defeated the Bahamas national team in Nassau on July 31, 2026, with standout play from Jordan Smith and Abdou Toure under coach Kenny Payne, as covered by veteran journalist Anthony Kristensen.