College Football Playoff Expansion Talks Stall Over Format and Financial Concerns
Leaders from major conferences gather to weigh a larger postseason, but divergent visions and logistical hurdles keep consensus at bay.
Jun 18, 2026
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College Football Playoff Expansion Talks Continue Amid Strategic and Betting Challenges
Recent discussions among college football's top conferences explored expanding the playoff, while a quarterback's betting scandal added a layer of complexity to the sport's off‑field landscape.
Jun 18, 2026
FSU and Georgia to meet in Nashville in 2028 after home‑and‑home series canceled
Florida State and the University of Georgia will play a single game at Nissan Stadium next year, a change driven by conference realignment and scheduling constraints.
Jun 18, 2026
College Football Playoff Expansion Talks Move Toward 16‑or 24‑Team Format
A recent meeting of college football’s top administrators explored expanding the playoff to sixteen or twenty‑four teams, highlighting divergent conference preferences, potential revenue shifts and the need for further analysis before any decision is made.
Jun 18, 2026
College Football Playoff Expansion Discussed at Key Meeting
College football power brokers convened in Denver to explore a possible expansion of the playoff, weighing financial, scheduling and venue considerations while signaling divergent conference preferences.
Jun 17, 2026
Florida State and Georgia Swap Home‑and‑Home for Neutral‑Site Clash in Nashville
Florida State and the University of Georgia have cancelled their traditional home‑and‑home series, choosing instead a single neutral‑site game in Nashville set for 2028. The matchup will be held at Nissan Stadium, which is scheduled to open in February 2027, and was selected from a pool of seven cities.
Jun 17, 2026
FSU and Georgia Lock Horns in Nashville 2028
Florida State and Georgia will meet in a neutral‑site clash at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium in 2028, reshaping the SEC’s non‑conference schedule.
Jun 17, 2026
Ohio State Field Hockey Unveils 2026 Schedule
The Buckeyes announced a full slate of matches for 2026, featuring early‑season scrimmages, home tournaments, and a final push toward the Big Ten and NCAA tournaments.
Jun 17, 2026
Virginia Cavaliers Eye Defensive Resilience Amid Key Injuries Ahead of 2026 Season
The Cavaliers must navigate a slate of setbacks while relying on experienced depth and emerging talent to protect their ACC crown.
Jun 16, 2026
Virginia Cavaliers Eye Defense of 2025 ACC Crown Amid Injury Concerns
The University of Virginia’s football program is preparing to defend its 2025 Atlantic Coast Conference regular‑season title, navigating injuries, depth questions, and a forgiving early schedule.
Jun 16, 2026
Minnesota Gophers Add Neutral‑Site Clash with SMU in Texas
The Gophers will face SMU in a neutral‑site game on Dec. 12, 2026, as part of a strategic nonconference schedule designed to boost their NCAA résumé.
Jun 16, 2026
Naithan George Commits to Pitt Panthers
The 6‑foot‑3 guard from Toronto brings three years of ACC experience, a strong assist record and international pedigree to Pitt’s 2026‑27 squad.
Jun 16, 2026
Minnesota Gophers Add Neutral-Site Showdown with SMU Ahead of 2026-27 Season
The University of Minnesota announced a neutral‑site game against SMU on December 12 in Frisco, Texas, completing a two‑game series that underscores a strategic shift in the Gophers' nonconference planning.
Jun 15, 2026
Virginia Cavaliers Ride Unsung Heroes to ACC Crown
Virginia's 2025 football team secured the ACC regular‑season title, driven by key contributions from defensive tackle Jason Hammond and tight end Dakota Twitty, whose experience will shape the squad's future.
Jun 13, 2026
Duke and Michigan to Clash in Historic Basketball Game at Miami’s loanDepot Park
On December 21, 2026, Duke and Michigan will meet in a first‑ever basketball game at loanDepot Park, a venue built for many sports and now at the center of a high‑profile broadcast deal.
Jun 12, 2026
FSU Football Faces Crucial Turnaround as New Roster Takes Shape
Florida State’s program is navigating a pivotal offseason, aiming to rebound from a 7‑17 record and regain its place among the ACC elite.
Jun 12, 2026
Florida State’s Football Program Faces Uncertainty After Historic Decline
After a dominant 13-0 season in 2023, Florida State's football team has slipped to the bottom of the ACC, prompting roster changes and uncertainty around head coach Mike Norvell's future.
Jun 11, 2026
Pete Bevacqua Joins NCAA Basketball Selection Committee
Pete Bevacqua, Notre Dame's vice president and director of athletics, has been appointed to the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Selection Committee for a four‑year term starting July 1.
Jun 11, 2026
Lorenzo Carrier Leads Pitt Baseball to Historic 2026 Season
Lorenzo Carrier was selected as a First Team All-American by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers of America, capping a 2026 campaign that saw the Panthers set new offensive records and earn multiple accolades.
Jun 10, 2026
Jett Kenady Secures Freshman All‑American Honors and Announces 2027 Return
Freshman shortstop Jett Kenady was recognized as a NCBWA Freshman Second‑Team All‑American and earned a spot on the ACC All‑Freshman Team, while revealing his commitment to return for the 2027 season.
Jun 9, 2026
NDSU Secures 10 Nationally Televised Games on The CW as It Joins Mountain West
North Dakota State University will air ten football games nationally this season, five on The CW, marking a major step up from the 1990s tape‑delayed broadcasts and signaling a new era of exposure for the program.
Jun 9, 2026
Stanford Women’s Field Hockey Secures Second Consecutive ACC Tournament Berth in 2025
The Cardinal’s 2025 campaign combined a strong defensive showing, breakout performances from young stars, and a record number of academic honorees, setting the stage for future success.
Jun 8, 2026
Big 12 Non‑Conference Slate Sets Up a Pivotal 2026 Season
The 2026 schedule pits Big 12 teams against top opponents early, offering a glimpse of playoff contention and testing new storylines.
Jun 8, 2026
North Carolina Advances to Men’s College World Series with Walk‑Off Victory
The Tar Heels secured a 4‑3 win over Southern California, highlighted by Owen Hull’s walk‑off double and a career‑high 11 strikeouts from freshman pitcher Caden Glauber.
Jun 7, 2026