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Marshall University’s football program will close its 2026 regular season at home with a Salute to Service matchup against Georgia State, featuring a West Virginia Air National Guard flyover, a white‑out fan experience and ticket discounts for military families.
ESPN has released its full college football FPI rankings for the 2026 season, highlighting teams with a realistic chance at an undefeated regular season and outlining key storylines across the nation.
With only four games left, the tournament’s last four teams battle for a spot in the July 19 final, featuring key performances from Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi.
First‑year head coach Alex Golesh has assembled a top‑15 recruiting class without any five‑star prospects, emphasizing stability and long‑term growth for the Auburn Tigers.
ESPN’s Power Index places Arizona at 34th nationally for 2026, projecting a 7.3‑4.8 record and an 80% chance of six wins, while the team navigates a tough conference slate.
The Atlantic Coast Conference has appointed Gary Patterson as its new Supervisor of Football Officials, entrusting the seasoned veteran with overseeing the league’s officiating program and its partnership with ESPN.
A predictive model forecasts Baylor’s season record, bowl eligibility and championship odds, while Texas Tech emerges as the Big 12 favorite and the conference’s landscape remains tightly packed.
The National Hockey League is experiencing unprecedented success, driven by rising revenue, expansion teams, record viewership and a surprising foray into pop culture.
ESPN’s Football Power Index forecasts a 6.6-5.5 record for Baylor, a 68.8% chance of bowl eligibility and a tight battle for conference supremacy.
The 2026 season looms as a critical test for the Big 12, a conference that has watched its traditional powerhouses slip behind the dominant forces of the SEC, Big Ten and ACC. ESPN’s Football Power Index, which projects win probabilities and playoff odds, places the league near the bottom of the power‑conference hierarchy, underscoring the steep climb required to regain national relevance.
BYU’s basketball program has broken into the top tier of the 2026 recruiting class, landing at No. 12 in the final ESPN rankings.
Four‑star quarterback Matt Ponatoski was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in the 18th round of the 2026 MLB draft and now faces a July 27 deadline to sign, a choice that could affect both the Reds’ bonus pool and the University of Kentucky’s football backup plans.
Jake McCoy, a right‑handed pitcher who transferred from South Carolina to Tennessee, was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 18th round of the 2026 MLB Draft after a standout sophomore season cut short by elbow surgery.
With odds of 6.5 and 10.5 points in their favor, Indiana looks to end long‑standing defeats to Michigan and USC and extend its dominance in the conference.
The Denver Nuggets have signed Alpha Diallo, a former EuroLeague Defensive Player of the Year, to a $1.4 million contract.
The Ducks enter the season ranked fourth in ESPN's preseason FPI, but their title hopes hinge on Moore's leadership and a revamped defense facing a formidable Ohio State squad.
The University of North Carolina's latest recruiting haul, ranked tenth by ESPN, combines elite high school prospects, seasoned collegiate transfers, and promising international players, all poised to make an impact under first‑year coach Michael Malone.
AJ Curry, a No. 48 recruit by Perfect Game, decides to play for the University of Tennessee next spring instead of entering the 2026 MLB Draft, joining a Volunteers team that finished 38‑22 and earned a seventh straight postseason berth.
Highly touted catcher Sean Dunlap signs with Tennessee, bolstering a roster that finished 38‑22 and earned notable SEC victories.
The Kansas City Chiefs have added Super Bowl LX MVP Kenneth Walker III to their roster, hoping his athleticism will transform a pass‑heavy offense into a more balanced attack.
The Kansas City Chiefs have added former Seattle standout Kenneth Walker III, a move that promises to reshape their rushing attack and fantasy football rankings.
ESPN's Football Power Index ranks the Florida State Seminoles as having the most challenging preseason schedule in the ACC, featuring marquee matchups against Alabama, Clemson, Miami and others.
After missing the College Football Playoff last season, Notre Dame is targeting a championship run in 2026, bolstered by a more manageable schedule and confidence from head coach Marcus Freeman.
Ranked No. 33 in ESPN’s Football Power Index, the Hokies are poised for a pivotal season that will test new leadership, quarterback development, and a rugged road ahead.