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The renovated Ryan Field in Evanston will open on October 2, 2026, as Northwestern prepares a roster built around retained stars and key transfers, aiming to contend in the Big Ten and beyond.
Coach David Braun calls the new Ryan Field the best stadium in college football, highlighting its 360-degree roof, steep student section and compact design that together create a soccer-stadium vibe.
Baylor’s football program is undergoing a major transformation, with transfers and new recruits reshaping every position group ahead of fall camp. This analysis ranks the key units and highlights the players poised to make the biggest impact.
Lincoln Cook, a standout wide receiver from Palisades High School, commits to Northwestern University, choosing the Big Ten over Syracuse and Army while staying with his teammates.
Northwestern prepares to host Rutgers on October 24, led by Chip Kelly’s revamped offense and Michigan State transfer Aidan Chiles, as the Scarlet Knights aim to extend their historic edge.
Julian Sayin climbs to fifth in national quarterback rankings while Ohio State faces a high‑stakes recruiting showdown with Tennessee over five‑star running back David Gabriel Georges, a contest underscored by multimillion‑dollar NIL offers and a deep pool of Buckeyes prospects heading toward the 2027 NFL draft.
A look at seven emerging college football quarterbacks, their rankings and the storylines that could shape the upcoming season.
WVU’s women’s basketball team returns to The Greenbrier Resort to face Northwestern on Nov. 13, recalling a historic upset over Duke and featuring Appalachian State.
Kenny Soares Jr., a former linebacker from NC State, is expected to make an immediate impact for Michigan State as a rush end, competing for snaps in the opening game and adding depth to the pass rush.
ESPN’s Football Power Index projects a 7.6‑4.4 record for Iowa in 2026, an 11.7% chance of reaching the College Football Playoff and a 1.7% chance of capturing the Big Ten, with detailed win probabilities against every scheduled opponent.
Greg Souldourian has left the Plymouth football program after six years to accept a teaching role elsewhere, prompting the promotion of defensive coordinator Matt Penn to interim head coach. Penn, who has been with the program for nearly a decade, will retain the existing staff and guide the team into the 2026 season, with the season opener scheduled against Monroe on August 28.
A look at the top Big Ten programs as the 2026 college football season approaches, highlighting Ohio State's dominance, Indiana's championship pedigree, and the rise of Oregon, Michigan, and Penn State.
The NCAA has unveiled a five-year eligibility window for Division I athletes, aiming to curb redshirt loopholes and level the playing field, especially in basketball, while programs such as Northwestern eye new development pathways.
EA Sports' College Football 27 assigns an 80‑overall rating to Northwestern’s offense and a 78 to its defense, highlighting standout players and the obstacles the Wildcats must overcome in the upcoming season.
EA Sports launched College Football 27 just over a month before kickoff, unveiling player ratings that highlight Northwestern’s promising backfield and a defense eager to tighten up. Key contributors such as running back Caleb Komolafe and receiver Griffin Wilde are rated among the nation’s best, while quarterback Aidan Chiles seeks a confidence boost.
Coming off a national title game appearance, the Hurricanes return a potent mix of talent on both sides of the ball, aiming to capture the ACC crown and break into the top tier of the country.
With Marcel Reed's final two seasons of eligibility, Texas A&M is mapping out the next chapter of its football narrative, highlighting backup Brady Hart, emerging quarterback prospects, and the rising impact of sophomore edge rusher Marco Jones.
A deep dive into Ball State’s transfer additions, defensive rankings and the challenges that lie ahead as the team looks to turn a difficult 2025 into a hopeful 2026
Iowa State announces a 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule that features exhibition games, a Vegas tournament appearance, and a mix of home and away contests against a diverse set of opponents.
The Hall of Fame reveals a ten‑member class that celebrates outstanding athletes and coaches, with a banquet and community events scheduled for later this year.
Purdue's storied program aims to maintain its elite status despite losing key veterans, blending experienced returnees with a highly touted freshman class under coach Matt Painter.
BYU adds Lithuanian combo guard Dovydas Buika for the 2026‑27 campaign while navigating a major roster turnover, returning veterans, and a search for interior stability.
A look at the most consequential portal moves for four programs and how they could influence the upcoming college football landscape.
A look at the 19 newcomers expected to shape Duke football's outlook for the 2026 season, highlighting key contributors and the program's ambitions.