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The latest CBS Sports Big Ten rankings place Illinois at the summit, with Michigan and Michigan State close behind. The projections highlight returning stars, high‑profile transfers and the challenges each program faces as the 2026‑27 campaign looms.
Analysts place the Hoosiers between No. 20 and No. 30, highlighting a mix of returning talent, transfer additions, and a chemistry‑building tour of Peru.
Alabama's athletic director Greg Byrne has extended head coach Kalen DeBoer's contract through 2032 with a hefty buyout clause, sparking debate among fans and analysts about the coach's true caliber and the team's upcoming challenges.
Stewart Mandel of The Athletic has ranked the Indiana Hoosiers No. 1 in his post‑spring Top 25, highlighting a dominant 16‑0 championship season and the challenges that lie ahead.
Baylor shooting guard Cameron Carr is projected to be drafted by the Chicago Bulls, whose rebuild could be accelerated by his scoring talent and size. His strong combine performance and fit with the franchise’s needs have sparked speculation about a potentially higher draft position.
CBS Sports highlights Duke's deep roster and strategic moves that make them a top contender for the upcoming season.
The Miami Hurricanes baseball team must defeat Troy to avoid elimination, with injury concerns and weather forecasts adding layers of complexity to their regional showdown.
CBS Sports ranks Lane Kiffin ninth among Power Four coaches for 2026, highlighting his move to LSU and the expectations that follow.
CBS Sports ranks Lane Kiffin ninth among all college football coaches for the 2026 season, positioning him fourth among SEC leaders and setting the stage for a potential national title run at LSU.
After 27 seasons at the helm, Kirk Ferentz remains a pillar of consistency for the Iowa Hawkeyes, entering 2026 with a top‑20 ranking and a schedule that pits the team against traditional powerhouses.
The University of Houston will meet Alabama in the upcoming Jimmy V Classic, part of a doubleheader with Georgia and Duke, marking a historic milestone for the program.
The Minnesota Vikings have named Seahawks assistant GM Nolan Teasley as their new general manager, bringing Super Bowl experience and roster‑building acumen after a 9‑8 season.
With 27 years at Iowa, Kirk Ferentz remains a pillar of stability in college football. As the Hawkeyes add transfer talent and face a tough schedule, the program eyes a playoff run.
Matt Campbell entered his first season at Penn State with a No. 16 spot in the CBS Sports coefficient of 130 FBS head coaches, a placement that underscores the heightened expectations attached to the program.
Kirk Ferentz, the longest‑tenured Division I head coach, appears at No. 20 on CBS Sports' 2026 Top 25 Power Four rankings, reflecting his sustained success and the growing respect for his program.
After a championship‑winning season, Michigan must navigate the potential loss of key players Aday Mara and Morez Johnson Jr., whose draft fortunes are now taking shape.
The arrival of Kyle Whittingham as head coach brings a sense of continuity to Michigan football, while the quarterback battle between Bryce Underwood and freshman Tommy Carr adds early intrigue. With key portal additions and a tough Week 2 matchup against Oklahoma, the Wolverines are poised for a pivotal season.
The Spartans' resurgence is anchored by a core group of returning players and a highly touted recruiting class, positioning them as a serious contender for a top‑10 finish.
Kirk Ferentz, the longest‑tenured head coach in Division I football, has once again found himself among the conversation’s elite, landing at No. 20 on CBS Sports’ 2026 Power Four coach rankings.
A recent CBS Sports mock draft forecasts three Michigan alumni — Aday Mara, Yaxel Lendeborg and Morez Johnson Jr. — among the top lottery selections, a first for the university.
Boston College’s men’s basketball program is set to participate in the 2026 ESPN Events Invitational in Orlando, confronting a blend of longtime adversaries and fresh ACC opponents while navigating a sweeping roster transition.
Alabama and Houston will square off in the 2026 Jimmy V Classic at Madison Square Garden, a rematch that highlights a 4‑3 all‑time edge for the Tide and a coaching duel between Nate Oats and Kelvin Sampson.
The University of Georgia men’s basketball team will face Duke at Madison Square Garden, compete in the Orlando ESPN Events Invitational, and meet North Carolina for the first time since 1998, all part of a revamped 2026‑27 slate made possible by a generous alumni donation.
The 2026 Jimmy V Classic will bring together Georgia, Duke, Alabama and Houston in New York, with a much‑anticipated clash between the Bulldogs and the Blue Devils.