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Veteran ESPN analyst Michael Wilbon has reignited a heated debate over the proposed expansion of the College Football Playoff to 24 teams, labeling the move a "money grab" that privileges television networks over the welfare of players and the sport’s integrity.
The NCAA Division I ice hockey rules committee has unveiled a suite of adjustments that will shape the upcoming 2026‑27 and 2027‑28 seasons, focusing on player safety and procedural clarity.
Tayla Barros, a standout guard from Daemen and Harcum College, has signed with head coach Chanda Rigby for the upcoming 2026‑27 season, bringing a mix of point‑guard vision and shooting‑guard firepower.
Tennessee's SEC tournament loss ends their run, yet a No. 2 NCAA seed and a challenging regional await the Vols, whose offense shines while pitching remains a question.
The legal battle over Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's eligibility has moved to Lubbock, where retired judge Ken Curry now oversees the case that could reshape NCAA enforcement and college football rules.
Tennessee’s men’s basketball team will open the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas against Maryland on November 24, a matchup that kicks off a compact schedule of games, broadcast on ESPN, and includes upcoming road tests against Big Ten powerhouses.
Jordan Crawford, a 6‑foot‑3 guard from Charlotte, has signed with the Mizzou Tigers, adding depth and shooting prowess to a program that has secured back‑to‑back NCAA Tournament bids.
The 2026 Players Era Festival bracket has been released, setting the stage for a high‑stakes opening round that pits the Tennessee Volunteers against the Maryland Terrapins on November 24. With the field expanded to 24 teams and 13 returning squads, the Volunteers look to build on a promising 2025 run that featured a transfer‑laden roster and a surprise upset over Iowa State in the Sweet 16.
North Carolina, the second seed, will host Virginia Tech on Friday at 11 a.m., aiming to strengthen its NCAA Tournament prospects.
Kansas State University will not add women's flag football to its varsity sports, citing financial and logistical challenges, even as the NCAA promotes the emerging sport and other institutions adjust their athletic offerings.
The 2026 Players Era Festival bracket has been released, revealing Tennessee's first‑round matchup against Maryland and the expanded field of 24 teams.
The University of Wisconsin announced its 2026 men's soccer slate, highlighting 17 regular‑season contests, key home fixtures against traditional rivals, and a road trip that includes a showdown with the defending NCAA champion. Head coach Neil Jones returns for his fourth year, while standout players Matthew Zachemski and Markie Hrojevic are set to lead the squad.
If the Longhorns and Aggies win their quarterfinal games, they will meet in the SEC semifinals on Saturday, a matchup that could shape NCAA seeding and host‑city decisions.
Emily Ryan's promotion follows a distinguished playing tenure and a season as a graduate assistant, filling the vacancy left by Latoja Schaben.
After a historic 2026 season ended without an NCAA Tournament berth, LSU Baseball is charting a clear path back to the College World Series, leveraging experienced leadership and a promising roster of underclassmen.
Tennessee’s season ends in the SEC Tournament, but projections keep them as a top seed. The NCAA selection show arrives May 25, regionals start shortly after, and the College World Series begins June 12 in Omaha.
Despite missing the NCAA Tournament for the first time in over a decade, LSU’s baseball program is charting a clear path back to championship contention.
Head coach Mario Cristobal of the Miami Hurricanes argues that a 24‑team College Football Playoff would strain budgets, threaten regular‑season relevance and could erase several conference championship games.
With only six players initially pledged for the 2026‑27 season, Iowa turned to the NCAA transfer portal, keeping key starters and adding five new faces, including ESPN‑ranked No. 3 prospect Dani Carnegie, to rebuild a roster capable of a Final Four run.
The potential expansion of the College Football Playoff to 24 teams raises questions about the future importance of the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry, a matchup that has defined college football for decades.
The Florida A&M football team posted a 3.05 team GPA for the spring 2026 semester, a significant rise from 2.57 the previous fall, as new head coach Quinn Fordham Gray Sr. steers the program toward academic and athletic renewal.
A Lubbock judge removes himself from the case of Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who faces permanent ineligibility after admitting to betting on his own team.
A new NCAA proposal would grant athletes five years of eligibility starting from high school graduation or age 19, potentially affecting roster decisions for Kansas State football and basketball
Virginia Tech overcame a 4-0 deficit to beat Notre Dame 17-10, securing an ACC quarterfinal spot and an NCAA Regional berth.