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UTEP’s men’s basketball team begins its Mountain West schedule with a home clash against New Mexico on Jan. 2, followed by a much‑anticipated showdown with Wyoming on Jan. 5, before hitting the road for its first away game against Air Force on Jan. 9.
Grand Canyon University announces a 32‑game regular‑season schedule that blends home‑and‑home series with top‑tier opponents, featuring key returnees, new transfers and a coaching transition, setting the stage for a deep run in March.
The 2026 season opens with North Carolina facing TCU in Dublin, while Heisman hopefuls and new coaching dynamics promise excitement across the sport.
The Mountain West Conference unveiled its 2026 preseason All‑Mountain West football team at The Palms Casino Resort, recognizing standout student‑athletes from across the league.
With Lane Kiffin at the helm, LSU's 2026 roster blends proven playmakers like Jackson Harris and NFL‑ready talent such as Jordan Seaton, promising a season that could redefine the program's trajectory.
The Rainbow Warriors face a critical quarterback shortage after dismissing a freshman, leaving a redshirt sophomore and two inexperienced backups to navigate a tough road schedule that begins with a matchup against Stanford.
The USC Trojans opened the 2025‑26 campaign with a 12‑1 record but fell into an eight‑game losing streak. Injuries to key backcourt players have limited depth, and the team is relying on transfers and a late‑season return from KJ Lewis to regain competitiveness.
With the 2026‑27 campaign approaching, the Bulldogs are finalizing a roster that still has a single opening. Recent signees include Nathan De Sousa and Skylar Wicks, while the program eyes additional talent such as Harun Zrno, Ryan Raad and Hunter Carter to bolster spacing and shooting.
LSU's wide receiver room has been completely reshaped this offseason, with nine new players arriving through the portal and only one returning starter. The competition for snaps is already intense, and the coaching staff is weighing how the new talent fits into Lane Kiffin's offense.
Darius Acuff Jr., Meleek Thomas and Trevon Brazile are set to represent Arkansas in the 2026 NBA Draft, each bringing distinct skills and draft‑stock narratives.
Arkansas guard Meleek Thomas announced he will stay in the NBA Draft, bringing a 67 % rim‑shot conversion rate and SEC All‑Freshman accolades to a crowded 2026 class, as the Razorbacks add portal commits and returning veterans.
The Mountain West Conference has seen a flurry of movement in the transfer portal this offseason, with 81 players from the league electing to explore new destinations. Of those, 47 have already secured transfers, reshaping rosters across the ten‑team circuit.
ESPN's early Top 25 still favors traditional powerhouses, but a handful of programs are emerging as potential underdog stories for 2026
Arizona State, Virginia Tech, Clemson, Georgia Tech and Hawai'i each bring distinct storylines that could alter the playoff picture.