SEC Coaches Split Over Ninth Conference Game as Playoff Debate Heats Up
SEC coaches debate a ninth conference game, raising concerns about schedule strength, playoff implications, and divergent roster strategies.
Jul 24, 2026
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CFP Expansion Sets Early-Season Clash of Powerhouses
The expanded 12‑team College Football Playoff has raised the stakes for programs aiming for a national title, prompting teams to chase marquee victories right out of the gate.
Jul 24, 2026
Boise State Broncos Poised for a Breakout 2026 Season
A deep dive into the factors that could turn Boise State’s transition to the Pac‑12 into a championship‑contending campaign.
Jul 24, 2026
2026 Big Ten Football Forecast: Championship Contenders and Record Projections
Projected win‑loss records reveal a handful of teams eyeing national titles, while several programs face steep challenges, setting the stage for a dramatic season.
Jul 11, 2026
Utah Utes Gear Up for 2026 Season at Big 12 Media Days in Frisco
Utah Football’s roster, led by coach Morgan Scalley and star players, attended the Monster Energy Big 12 Media Days in Frisco, Texas, where they engaged in photo shoots, interviews and social‑media content ahead of the 2026 season.
Jul 9, 2026
Brent Key Joins 2026 Dodd Trophy Watch List
The 2026 Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year Trophy watch list includes Brent Key, highlighting his recent on‑field achievements and commitment to scholarship, leadership and integrity.
Jul 9, 2026
Alex Golesh Poised to Lead Auburn Tigers into 2026 Season
Alex Golesh's first game as Auburn head coach arrives on September 5 against Baylor at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Jul 8, 2026
Alabama’s 2026 Schedule: A Grueling Road Ahead
A look at the toughest stretch of Alabama football's 2026 season, from opening night to late‑fall showdowns that will decide playoff hopes.
Jul 2, 2026
Preseason Rankings Signal Championship Contention, Yet Surprises Remain
An analysis of the College Football Playoff era finds that ten of twelve champions began the season in the preseason top five, yet recent years have produced notable upsets that keep the title race unpredictable.
Jul 1, 2026
The Playoff Puzzle: Why These Five Powerhouses Might Miss the 12‑Team Bracket
With the College Football Playoff now expanded to twelve teams, several programs that appear to have solid seasons are still on the outside looking in. Tough conference slates and a handful of key injuries could keep Utah, Auburn, Oklahoma State, Michigan and Florida out of the coveted field.
Jun 28, 2026
Coach Jeff Brohm Calls for Expanded College Football Playoff as Conference Leaders Clash Over Format
Louisville’s head coach Jeff Brohm argues that a 16‑ or 24‑team playoff would give more programs a shot at the title, while the Big Ten and SEC outline divergent plans and some athletes voice concerns about an elongated season.
Jun 27, 2026
UConn Football Secures Larger Revenue Share Amid Conference Uncertainty
The College Football Playoff has agreed to raise UConn’s annual revenue share to between $1.5 million and $2 million, a five‑fold increase that could fast‑track the program under coach Jason Candle, but a pending Senate vote on the Protect College Sports Act may stall its ascent to a Power 5 conference.
Jun 19, 2026
UConn Football’s Revenue Surge Meets Conference Barrier
A recent College Football Playoff payout boosts UConn’s annual share to $1.5‑$2 million, yet a pending anti‑expansion bill could stall its path into a major conference
Jun 19, 2026
College Football Playoff Expansion Debate Stalls Over Financial Uncertainties
Leaders from the SEC, Big 12 and ACC presented divergent visions for a larger postseason, while Rich Clark urged caution and a data‑driven decision before any change takes effect.
Jun 18, 2026
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
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
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 Debated as Leaders Seek Broader Format
Rich Clark says the discussions are healthy but inconclusive, with conference leaders weighing a 16‑team model championed by the SEC against a 24‑team proposal favored by the Big 12 and ACC, while also addressing player eligibility and the upcoming September session.
Jun 17, 2026
College Football Playoff Expands: Leaders Weigh 16‑Team vs 24‑Team Future
Top college football officials gathered to discuss widening the playoff format, weighing financial implications and logistical challenges while also addressing player eligibility issues.
Jun 17, 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
College Football Playoff Eyes Major Expansion Amid Strategic Debate
Leaders gathered in Denver to discuss a potential overhaul of the postseason, weighing financial, scheduling and wellness implications before a December deadline.
Jun 17, 2026
Iowa Hawkeyes Eye Playoff Hopes in Tough 2026 Big Ten Slate
The Hawkeyes face a daunting early stretch in the Big Ten, but a strong start could launch them into playoff contention under coach Kirk Ferentz.
Jun 16, 2026
Steve Sarkisian Calls for Caution on College Football Playoff Expansion
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.
Jun 16, 2026
Texas Tech’s Gambit: Booster Cody Campbell’s Push to Reinstate Suspended Quarterback Brendan Sorsby Amid Legal Clash
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.
Jun 12, 2026