Predicting the Next Five College Football National Champions
An analysis of the projected champions from 2026 through 2030, highlighting the rise of the Big Ten and the shifting balance of power.
May 31, 2026
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Pac-12’s Final Act: Senate Hearing, Media Rights Clash, and Oregon’s Baseball Surge
The Pac-12's survival saga reaches a critical point with a Senate hearing for Commissioner Teresa Gould, while speculation about the Big Ten and SEC's streaming strategies and the success of Oregon teams add new layers to the story.
May 31, 2026
How Michigan’s Physical Identity Redefined the Big Ten’s Dominance
A deep dive into how Jim Harbaugh’s Michigan model reshaped the Big Ten’s style of play, sparking a conference‑wide emphasis on physical dominance that now eclipses the SEC.
May 31, 2026
Winning Remains the Only Ticket to the Playoff, Coaches Say
Oklahoma’s Brent Venables and other coaches stress that no amount of expansion can replace the need to win games, as debates over a 24‑team playoff intensify.
May 30, 2026
Coach Kalen DeBoer Calls for a 24‑Team College Football Playoff
Alabama’s head coach Kalen DeBoer advocates expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams, citing the benefits of intensified late‑season games. His stance contrasts with Texas coach Steve Sarkisian, who favors a return to a four‑team bracket. The SEC and Big Ten have yet to agree on further expansion, leaving the playoff at twelve teams for now.
May 30, 2026
Big 12 Coaches Back 24‑Team College Football Playoff Expansion
Big 12 coaches unanimously support a 24‑team College Football Playoff, which could bring up to five teams into the postseason, add a tenth conference game, and reshape scheduling and revenue models.
May 30, 2026
CBS’s Post‑Spring Top 25 Rankings Highlight Big Ten Hurdles
As the 2026 college football season draws near, CBS's latest top‑25 preview spotlights the offensive vulnerabilities of the Hawkeyes and the critical defensive pieces that could keep them afloat, while outlining a schedule that pits them against some of the Big Ten's elite.
May 30, 2026
Power Four Conferences Must Align Schedules to Restore Balance in College Football
The author argues that the sport’s most pressing problems can be solved by a single scheduling rule: every Power Four program should face the same number of Power Four opponents each season.
May 29, 2026
CFP Expansion Debate Stalls Over Revenue and Rights
The future of the College Football Playoff hangs in the balance as stakeholders debate a proposal to double the tournament, with financial projections, viewership data, and conference politics shaping the discussion.
May 29, 2026
Michigan’s Path Back to the College Football Playoff: Scenarios and Challenges Ahead
Two seasons have slipped by since the Wolverines last secured a spot in the College Football Playoff, a streak that began with three consecutive appearances from 2021 through 2023. The absence has sparked a quiet but persistent debate about whether the program can reclaim its place among the nation’s elite.
May 29, 2026
SEC Spring Meetings Spark Playoff Expansion Clash
At a gathering in Miramar Beach, Florida, the SEC’s spring meetings turned into a forum for heated discussion about the College Football Playoff selection process, with coaches questioning transparency, a new strength‑of‑record metric, and the value of a ninth conference game amid a rivalry with the Big Ten over playoff expansion.
May 29, 2026
Ole Miss Baseball Heads to Lincoln Regional Ahead of Showdown with Arizona State
The No. 18 Rebels travel to Nebraska to open against the Wildcats, carrying a 100‑home‑run season and a pitching staff that ranks among the nation’s best.
May 28, 2026
Indiana’s Football Spending Surge Sparks Calls for Reform
Coach Curt Cignetti clarifies Indiana's actual football budget, warns of unsustainable spending, and supports legislative efforts to reshape college football finances.
May 28, 2026
SEC’s Sankey Stands Firm as Big Ten’s Recent Dominance Raises Questions
SEC commissioner Greg Sankey argues the SEC remains the strongest college football conference despite the Big Ten's three straight national titles and rising betting odds.
May 28, 2026
College Football Playoff Debate: 24‑Team Format Gains Momentum
A growing coalition of conferences backs a 24‑team College Football Playoff, sparking a contentious discussion about revenue, scheduling and the future of conference championship games.
May 28, 2026
The Case for Expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 Teams: Lessons from the Lower Divisions
An exploration of a 24‑team College Football Playoff draws on the structures of FCS, D‑II and D‑III to illustrate the benefits and pitfalls of a larger postseason.
May 28, 2026
Rutgers Announces 2026 Football Schedule with Key Matchups and Tribute Events
The Big Ten revealed the first five game times for Rutgers’ 2026 season, featuring a tribute to 9/11, Homecoming festivities and a return of star players.
May 28, 2026
Coach Cignetti warns of college football’s unsustainable future
Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti says the current model of college football may not survive beyond the next two years, citing escalating roster expenses and the need for player compensation.
May 28, 2026
Kirby Smart Calls for SEC Independence Amid NIL Turmoil
Coach Kirby Smart argues the SEC could break away if rules aren't uniform, citing NIL pressures and the need for equal footing for student‑athletes.
May 28, 2026
Coach Curt Cignetti warns of spiraling costs in college football as legislative action looms
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti says rising roster expenses could reshape college football within two years, backing the Big Ten’s CFP expansion and supporting pending federal legislation aimed at curbing financial excess.
May 28, 2026
Penn State Announces 2026 Football Schedule with Broadcast Details
The first three games of Penn State's 2026 campaign are set, featuring matchups against Marshall, Temple and Buffalo, along with broadcast information and early homecoming details.
May 27, 2026
CBS Sports Unveils 2026 College Football Schedule Packed with Big Ten Showdowns
CBS Sports has released its 2026 college football slate, highlighting 14 Big Ten games, the return of the Pac‑12, and key early‑season battles that could shape the playoff picture.
May 27, 2026
Big Ten Unveils 2026 Kickoff Times, Spotlighting Michigan’s Home Opener
The conference released television designations and start times for the first three weeks of the 2026 college football season, highlighting Michigan's high‑profile home games.
May 27, 2026
Big Ten Unveils 2026 Football Schedule: Five Games That Could Shape the Playoff Race
The Big Ten has released its 2026 football schedule, highlighting five marquee matchups that could dramatically influence the College Football Playoff picture. Historical trends, current team form and key player storylines converge in games featuring Ohio State, Illinois, Oregon, USC, Oklahoma, Michigan and Texas.
May 27, 2026