
Ten Games That Will Define the 2026 College Football Season
FOX Sports’ Joel Klatt identifies the key contests that will influence playoff bids, conference supremacy and standout player performances across the nation
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FOX Sports’ Joel Klatt identifies the key contests that will influence playoff bids, conference supremacy and standout player performances across the nation

Veteran college football analyst Josh Pate has released his preseason top 25 for the 2026 season, projecting Texas as the No. 1 team in the AP poll while personally favoring the Fighting Irish.

Florida's women's basketball team heads to the Bahamas for the Battle 4 Atlantis, opening against a field that includes Notre Dame, Davidson and West Virginia.

The former Penn State coach signs a five‑year deal with the Hokies, sparking debate over his ability to win big games and restore the program's former glory.

A recent CBS Sports analysis ranks the top quarterback rooms for the upcoming season, highlighting teams with elite starters and promising backups across the nation.

The Bears will open on the road, face UCLA at home, and battle seven ACC opponents, including North Carolina and Stanford, under head coach Leonard Griffin and a core of returning standouts.

The latest rankings highlight a mix of seasoned veterans and breakout talents, from Arch Manning’s looming pressure to Dante Moore’s draft buzz, offering a glimpse of what to expect on the field.

In June, three powerhouse programs secured major commitments, reshaping the 2027 class and setting the stage for future battles.

A look at the most potent quarterback tandems shaping the 2026 season, highlighting standout starters and the depth that could define each program’s fortunes.

The long‑dormant rivalry between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Notre Dame Fighting Irish could be reignited, blending historic significance with modern scheduling realities.

Braylon Mullins, Colben Landrew, Najai Hines and Abdou Toure are emerging as key names in the 2027 NBA draft conversation, each bringing distinct strengths and storylines.

Five-star interior offensive lineman Albert Simien chose Notre Dame over Texas A&M, Nebraska and LSU, while the Aggies continue to hold the nation's strongest recruiting class.
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Four-star quarterback Neimann Lawrence pledges to the University of Texas, turning down suitors like Miami and Notre Dame

USC coach Lincoln Riley is banking on a wave of transfer talent, including former Michigan State defensive tackle Alex VanSumeren, to lift the Trojans into the inaugural College Football Playoff in 2026.

Indiana's men's basketball program has cycled through centers and coaches in recent years, but the arrival of Aiden Sherrell and Samet Yigitoglu offers a chance to break the trend and return to the NCAA Tournament.

Tyler Alexander, a 6‑foot‑4, 305‑pound defensive lineman from Palm Beach Central High School, pledged to the Texas Longhorns, elevating the program to No. 6 nationally and setting up a potential 2027 showdown with Georgia.

Boston College’s men’s ice hockey team has released its 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule, featuring games against Denver, Boston University, Alaska, St. Cloud State, Notre Dame, Harvard and Stonehill, with key dates and historical context shaping the upcoming season.

The Buckeyes’ 2026‑27 football season rests on a dominant offensive line, a unit that experts say could be the difference between a championship run and a mere contender.

Edge von Brandt, a 6‑foot‑1, 190‑pound linebacker from Appoquinimink High School, announced his pledge to Auburn, becoming the third linebacker in the Tigers' 2026 recruiting class and the only unranked recruit.

After a 38‑1 record and a Final Four run, the Huskies look to replace key departures while banking on Sarah Strong’s health and the arrival of top freshman Olivia Vukosa.

The Longhorns are preparing for a high‑expectation 2026 campaign, highlighted by a commitment from elite cornerback John Meredith III that elevates their 2027 recruiting class to seventh nationally.

Braylen Gibbs, a Knoxville native and former Vanderbilt commit, announced his pledge to Alabama after an unofficial visit, highlighting the Tide's continued dominance in early recruiting.

Coach Jon Sumrall’s 2027 class ranks third nationally with 22 pledges, featuring elite talent, legacy players and strategic coaching influences that could reshape the Gators’ future.