
The CFP Debate: Expanding the Playoff Risks Diluting College Football’s Unique Rhythm
A look at the growing push for a larger College Football Playoff, the differing conference stances, and why the author remains skeptical of further expansion.
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A look at the growing push for a larger College Football Playoff, the differing conference stances, and why the author remains skeptical of further expansion.

The 2026 college baseball season concluded with the Oklahoma Sooners capturing the national title, while the Ole Miss Rebels finished among the nation's top ten after a dramatic run to the College World Series.

Athlon Sports has revealed the 2026 All‑America College Football Team, a preseason snapshot that projects the brightest talents who will shape the next season. The list, determined by a combination of career statistics, award history and expected on‑field impact, showcases a record‑setting presence from the SEC, which accounts for 48 of the 2026 honorees.
Brendan Sorsby’s NCAA ban for gambling and subsequent draft denial leave junior college as his only realistic route to resume his football career in 2026.

The NFL has denied Brendan Sorsby's bid for the supplemental draft, citing his gambling violations and lack of accountability, while suggesting a year‑long hiatus could aid his long‑term prospects.

Analyst Tom Fornelli outlines five teams poised to exceed expectations in 2026, highlighting coaching changes, schedule advantages, and roster depth.

A recent case involving Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby highlights the NCAA's tenuous position between amateur and professional sports, as athletes increasingly turn to the courts to contest eligibility rulings.

The Texas Longhorns will adjust their 2026 football jerseys to relocate the SEC patch to the center of the garment, reflecting an NCAA rule that now permits Division I programs to sport commercial advertising patches on player uniforms.

The author reflects on an earlier endorsement of a Notre Dame‑Texas Tech matchup, citing recent controversy and conference dynamics.
AJ Evasco, a left‑handed bat and right‑field prospect, arrives in Fayetteville after a breakout sophomore campaign that earned him Freshman All‑American honors and impressive offensive numbers.

A Texas judge’s temporary injunction, a high‑stakes betting scandal and a 35‑day rehab stint forced quarterback Brendan Sorsby to abandon his college future and focus on the NFL supplemental draft.

The controversy surrounding former Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, whose extensive sports betting history has drawn condemnation from the Big 12 and NCAA, raises urgent questions about the NFL’s willingness to overlook such conduct in the supplemental draft.

Brendan Sorsby's move to the supplemental draft follows a Texas judge's injunction against the NCAA's suspension, igniting a firestorm over gambling, institutional loyalty, and conference politics.

Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian urges careful consideration of a proposed 24‑team College Football Playoff, citing recent shifts in conference realignment, name, image and likeness deals, and revenue sharing.
The Rebels must win to stay alive in the College World Series, while Troy's resilient offense, led by catcher Jimmy Janicki, looks to pull off another upset.

When Nick Saban warned Congress that college football was losing its regulatory grip, few imagined a real-time test of his prophecy. A Texas judge’s recent ruling that allows Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby — suspended by the NCAA for gambling on his own team — to resume play has turned the warning into a headline.

The NCAA is leveraging backlash over Brendan Sorsby's eligibility ruling to advance a federal bill that would let it enforce gambling‑related eligibility rules, potentially overriding state court decisions and prompting widespread controversy across college sports.

A Texas judge has cleared the way for quarterback Brendan Sorsby to return to Texas Tech, igniting a battle between billionaire booster Cody Campbell, the Big 12, and state officials, while exposing deeper issues of gambling, legal influence, and the evolving economics of college athletics.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton warns the Big 12 of legal action as a court restores quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s eligibility, igniting a conference‑wide controversy and antitrust warnings
The Wildcats’ full 2026‑27 schedule was released, highlighting home and away conference games, new Big 12 opponents and a Las Vegas tournament appearance.

The conference released home and away designations on Tuesday, highlighting a favorable slate for the Bearcats and outlining their toughest road tests, including trips to Iowa State and BYU.

Michigan's revamped coaching staff, proven track record, and a roster brimming with elite talent position the program to break into the top tier of college football in the coming seasons.

The NCAA has scheduled an appeal for February 8, 2027, against Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, whose reinstatement follows a betting violation and mandated counseling. The decision has sparked a cascade of scheduling hesitations across the sport.

The NCAA's decision to allow Brendan Sorsby to return after a brief suspension has triggered a wave of criticism from schools across the country, raising questions about the integrity of college athletics.