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SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey confirmed that discussions about the SEC breaking away from the NCAA are real, driven by frustrations over legislative changes and lack of transparency in college sports. The conference is negotiating with lawmakers over the Protect College Sports Act and remains the only holdout against expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams.
The Hawkeyes open Big Ten play on the road against Michigan before facing Ohio State and Washington in quick succession, a stretch that could define their season.
At the annual SEC kickoff in Tampa, Missouri’s head coach Eli Drinkwitz offered excuses for the SEC’s recent playoff shortcomings, while highlighting the Big Ten’s recent championship streak and questioning the conference’s scheduling demands.
Kansas State University will begin offering alcoholic beverages at football games next season, a move championed by a longtime advocate who reflects on summer life in Manhattan, a dream alumni roster, and the possible relocation of the rivalry to the Chiefs stadium.
SEC coaches debate a ninth conference game, raising concerns about schedule strength, playoff implications, and divergent roster strategies.
A recent ESPN report highlights the SEC’s serious consideration of self‑governance, driven by disputes over NCAA authority and proposed legislation, while underscoring the financial and relational risks of such a move.
The SEC's decision to adopt a nine-game conference slate has led to the abrupt end of LSU's scheduled home-and-home series with Arizona State, a move driven by playoff ambitions and scheduling pressures
Nick Saban warns that adding more games without cutting conference championships threatens the health of college football players.
In the latest college football season, the Big Ten secured three consecutive national titles, prompting veteran commentator Paul Finebaum to declare the conference the new standard-bearer, while the SEC seeks a resurgence.
In a recent interview, Nick Saban warned that swelling playoff brackets could jeopardize athlete well‑being, urging a 16‑team format or the integration of conference championship games while the NCAA explores a larger basketball tournament.
The sport’s governing bodies may soon open the playoff to dozens of teams, forcing a reshaping of media rights and long‑standing traditions.
A coalition of the nation’s most powerful conferences is challenging a federal proposal designed to curb spending and portal chaos, raising fears that non‑revenue sports and scholarships could be the first casualties.
An overview of the Badgers' most storied rivalries, from the Gophers to the Buckeyes, highlighting key series and historic moments.
The Bruins will face the Gonzaga Bulldogs at the Honda Center on Dec. 5, marking the first Anaheim appearance in ten years and highlighting the new Big Ten landscape.
The Badgers are gearing up for a pivotal 2026 matchup against Rutgers, seeking to avoid another home loss while the Scarlet Knights look to reshape their roster and prove they can compete in the Big Ten.
Eric Musselman reflects on three seasons at USC, from early roster challenges to a top‑20 quality squad poised for a deep March Madness run.
After a strong finish to the 2025 season, the Hawkeyes are projected to meet Virginia Tech in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl, a game that could end 7‑5 and spark a legendary mayo‑filled celebration for coach Kirk Ferentz.
Yahoo Sports is launching college fantasy football leagues that aim to deepen fan engagement while introducing innovative scoring features and highlighting emerging talent.
Villanova’s head coach Kevin Willard revealed plans for a 2027 home‑and‑home series with Purdue, reviving a rivalry that has produced three meetings since 2016 and underscoring a strategic shift toward scheduling elite opponents.
After a 9‑4 season and a top‑tier defense, the Huskies are counting on new talent and quarterback Demond Williams Jr. to contend in a tough Big Ten schedule.
A look at the parallels between the recent 48‑team World Cup and the proposed 24‑team College Football Playoff, examining the benefits, risks, and philosophical stakes of expansion.
Penn State's men's basketball team has been selected for the 2026 Battle 4 Atlantis tournament in the Bahamas, where it will face a competitive lineup that includes Memphis, Mississippi State and Wake Forest. The event, scheduled for November 25‑27, marks a new chapter for head coach Mike Rhoades, who returns to the tournament after a stint with VCU in 2021. The Nittany Lions hope to improve on a 12‑20 record from last year and restore momentum for the program.
Analysts forecast a dynamic season for the Hawkeyes, highlighting quarterback Jeremy Hecklinski's debut, a deep rushing attack, dominant line play, and several marquee victories.
Shawn Eichorst, the newly appointed athletic director at the University of Wisconsin, outlines his priorities, drawing on his Texas and Nebraska experience to guide the Badgers' football program.