
Iowa Hawkeyes Eye Lou Groza Award Glory with Transfer Kicker Eli Ozick
Iowa’s football program is counting on transfer kicker Eli Ozick to revive its placekicking prestige after a two‑decade drought of Lou Groza Award winners
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Iowa’s football program is counting on transfer kicker Eli Ozick to revive its placekicking prestige after a two‑decade drought of Lou Groza Award winners

Ohio State tops the AFCA preseason poll with 38 first‑place votes, while the Big Ten and SEC fill most of the top 25, and several high‑profile coaching changes loom over the upcoming season.

The latest AFCA preseason poll highlights Ohio State’s return to No. 1, a deep Big Ten presence, and notable movements among traditional powerhouses, including Penn State’s drop and Clemson’s lowest ranking since 2011.
Pat Fitzgerald outlined his vision for the Spartans during Big Ten media day, highlighting a collective living arrangement, a deep offensive line, and the impact of new NCAA eligibility rules.

The Mountaineers open their 2026 campaign at The Greenbrier against the Northwestern Wildcats, a neutral‑court matchup that promises fresh storylines for a team riding recent success.

Michigan State’s special teams, long plagued by inconsistency, are poised for a turnaround with the arrival of transfer punter Rhys Dakin, a three‑year veteran from Iowa whose career averages 43.9 yards per kick.
On October 9, 2026, the Seminoles travel to Louisville for a pivotal ACC matchup, a game that could shape the trajectory of both teams' seasons.

Despite a 67th national ranking, Michigan State’s recent hires and player developments suggest potential upside for the upcoming season

In a major boost for the program, Michigan State secured a verbal pledge from Caleb Johnson, a highly ranked interior lineman in the 2027 class, edging out conference competitors.
A look at Bryan Mattison's journey from high school stardom to NFL play, his coaching role at Penn, and the influence of his football‑centric family.