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Arkansas guard Darius Acuff, a Bob Cousy Award winner and First‑Team All‑American, has been invited to the NBA Draft Green Room, signaling his status as a top‑10 prospect. His 23.5‑point, 6.4‑assist season helped the Razorbacks capture the SEC title and reach the Sweet 16, and he could become the fifth one‑and‑done player from the program to enter the NBA.
Darius Acuff’s invitation to the NBA Draft Green Room signals a top‑10 projection, highlighting a season marked by awards, record‑breaking stats, and a deep run with Arkansas.
ESPN’s latest Future College Football Power Rankings place Notre Dame at the summit, citing a potent quarterback situation, a fortified offensive line, strategic roster moves and a coaching staff that has secured long‑term stability.
A'ja Wilson’s blend of scoring, defense and efficiency has placed her at the forefront of the WNBA conversation, as analysts predict a potential award sweep and a title run with the Aces.
ESPN’s latest Power 4 rankings place Iowa at No. 21, praising its offensive line, coaching continuity and transfer portal class while flagging quarterback uncertainty and defensive line questions.
ESPN’s latest projection places the Iowa Hawkeyes at No. 21 among Power 4 teams, highlighting both their established strengths and emerging questions.
Purdue will face a demanding lineup of top‑25 opponents, including Gonzaga, Iowa State and Tennessee, while navigating a tough Big Ten slate and aiming to silence early doubters.
The Ivy League has revealed its 2026 football broadcast agreement with ESPN, featuring Yale’s three linear‑network appearances and matchups at Boston’s historic Fenway Park.
Bill Connelly's SP+ ratings place Texas Tech at the top of the projected Big 12 order for 2026, with quarterback Brendan Sorsby eligible after a brief suspension. The outlook also highlights rising contenders, new head coaches and pivotal player storylines across the conference.
The UNC baseball squad, known as the Diamond Heels, will begin its Men’s College World Series run in Omaha this weekend, facing Ole Miss at 7 p.m. on Friday. Coverage will be available on ESPN and via streaming platforms for cord‑cutters.
Alabama’s pitching staff, anchored by Tallahassee native Jason Jackson, prepares for its first College World Series appearance since 1999, aiming for a national title.
A nationally televised Ivy League football game between Brown and Harvard will air on ESPN2, marking a key moment in the league's broadcast deal with ESPN.
The Crimson will appear on ESPN networks three times next season, including a marquee showdown against Yale at Fenway Park, as part of a sweeping media deal that underscores Harvard's rising prominence in college football.
Auburn's 2027 recruiting class now boasts 17 pledges, highlighted by four-star edge rusher Rion Jackson's commitment.
ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg released Future Power Rankings for college football through 2027, placing Notre Dame at No. 1 due to strong quarterback outlook, roster management, and coaching. The team opens its season against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field on September 6.
Duke's offseason moves, highlighted by the arrival of John Blackwell and Drew Scharnowski, position the Blue Devils as a leading contender for the upcoming season.
Angel Reese led the Atlanta Dream to an 82‑75 win over her former team, the Chicago Sky, and is quickly becoming one of the most prolific double‑double producers in recent WNBA history.
The Gators fell to No. 20 in ESPN’s updated future power rankings, highlighting unresolved issues at quarterback and along the defensive line while the team integrates a wave of transfers and a highly touted recruiting class under new leadership.
ESPN ranks UNC eighth in its transfer‑portal rankings as the Tar Heels secure key acquisitions and international talent under first‑year head coach Michael Malone.
The Bulldogs, led by coach Wes Johnson, open the tournament against Texas on June 13, a game that will be streamed on ESPN and Fubo, while fans can secure seats via VividSeats and StubHub.
Georgia’s Bulldogs, seeded third, open the 2026 College World Series against Texas on June 13 at 8 p.m., a game that will be broadcast on ESPN and available through streaming services. Ticket pricing ranges from modest $23 entries to premium $2,033 packages, catering to a diverse fan base.
Duke is banking on a strong transfer class to restore its championship pedigree.
ESPN’s latest future power rankings place Alabama at No. 10, highlighting a mix of roster continuity, key acquisitions and lingering quarterback questions as the program looks to reclaim SEC dominance.
UCLA’s head coach Bob Chesney is reshaping the program, retaining quarterback Nico Iamaleava and adding talent from across the country, aiming for a competitive season and a bowl berth.