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Four-star wide receiver Quentin Burrell commits to Michigan, highlighting head coach Kyle Whittingham's impact in his first year and underscoring the program's rising recruiting momentum.
During spring meetings, ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips voiced support for a 24‑team College Football Playoff, joining the Big Ten and Big 12 in the call for expansion. While the proposal promises greater access for teams on the fringe, stakeholders must untangle a web of calendar constraints, championship game implications, and broadcast negotiations.
The Chicago Mount Carmel standout pledged to the University of Michigan, becoming the first receiver and first Illinois recruit in the 2027 class. His decision highlights a family legacy and the program's enduring appeal.
Kentucky Wildcats target Milan Momcilovic as their primary recruiting option amid uncertainty surrounding Allen Graves' future.
The CW and ESPN have renewed their partnership to broadcast ACC football and basketball through the 2030-31 season, delivering a growing slate of games to linear TV and the ESPN App.
The CW Network and ESPN have renewed their ACC broadcast agreement through 2031, guaranteeing a slate of football and basketball games across linear TV and streaming
Duke’s agreement with Amazon to broadcast its non‑conference matchups against UConn, Michigan and Gonzaga marks a shift toward streaming‑first scheduling in college basketball.
Kirk Herbstreit voiced concerns that a larger College Football Playoff could undermine historic rivalries and reward scheduling weak opponents, even as conference leaders debate a 24‑team format.
ABC will broadcast the 2026 American Conference title game on Dec. 5, marking the twelfth straight year of coverage. The network’s long‑standing slot showcases the conference’s rising profile, Tulane’s 2025 triumph and the upcoming Temple‑Rhode Island kickoff.
The Beacons conclude their 2026 campaign with a three‑game set against Southern Illinois, highlighting senior achievements, key player milestones, and a look toward next season.
The 2026 College GameDay schedule kicks off in Baton Rouge, where LSU will host Clemson. Meanwhile, the Hawkeyes' schedule features multiple matchups that could draw the ESPN crew, with Michigan, Ohio State, and Wisconsin emerging as the most plausible candidates.
The Tigers will open the 2026 campaign on Saturday, September 5, at 2:30 p.m. CT in Mercedes‑Benz Stadium, with the game also marking a reunion for running back Bryson Washington.
A look at the top waiver‑wire pickups for fantasy baseball, featuring breakout performances and streaming pitcher recommendations.
After a program‑record 22‑win season and a handful of key transfers, Georgia is poised to extend its March Madness run, drawing attention from ESPN’s bracketology and a favorable regional draw.
NC State and Virginia are set to play the inaugural FBS college football game in South America on August 29, 2026, in Rio de Janeiro, broadcast by ESPN.
The 2026 season opener pits Clemson against LSU in a primetime ABC broadcast, marking Lane Kiffin's debut as LSU head coach and featuring ESPN's College GameDay.
Veteran ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit explains why the Miami Hurricanes, fresh off a surprising 2025 upset of Ohio State, are his pick to win the 2026 national championship.
Ohio State and Texas will meet on Sept. 12, 2026 in a primetime showdown that promises another chapter in their storied rivalry.
The Philadelphia 76ers have dismissed Daryl Morey after six years, a move that follows a playoff sweep by the New York Knicks. With Nick Nurse staying on and Bob Myers taking interim control, the franchise now confronts massive contracts and injury concerns surrounding Joel Embiid and Paul George.
The 76ers announced the removal of Daryl Morey following a first‑round sweep by the New York Knicks, appointing Bob Myers to lead the search for a replacement while the franchise grapples with injury concerns and massive contracts.
The future of the College Football Playoff is under intense discussion, with proposals for a 24‑team tournament sparking debate over financial incentives, regular‑season impact, and student‑athlete welfare.
Colorado will face Georgia Tech on Thursday night in a nationally televised showdown that could set the tone for a challenging 2026 schedule.
The Tar Heels and Horned Frogs will open the season in a Dublin showdown, marking the first meeting since a 48‑14 defeat last year. The game will be televised on ESPN as part of a stacked Saturday slate.
North Carolina and NC State will launch their 2026 campaigns abroad, facing TCU in Dublin and Virginia in Rio de Janeiro as part of an ESPN doubleheader that marks the first FBS game in South America.