
Ohio State’s Rebuilding Campaign Gains Momentum in Preseason Camp
A look at the standout performances and strategic shifts shaping Ohio State’s 2026 season.
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A look at the standout performances and strategic shifts shaping Ohio State’s 2026 season.
Bruce Feldman’s annual Freaks List highlights the most athletic college football players, with SEC and Big Ten athletes accounting for the majority of the top 101 selections.

The latest Sporting News preseason All‑America team reveals a conference‑heavy lineup, with Texas and Ole Miss delivering multiple first‑team standouts and a wealth of returning talent poised to shape the upcoming college football season.
Julian Sayin added 12 pounds under Mickey Marotti's guidance, boosting his size, accuracy and endurance, though red-zone efficiency slipped slightly.

The Mentor football program is entering the 2026 season with a rebuilt roster, a focused coaching staff, and high expectations for continued success.

From August 20 to 29, ESPN’s High School Football Kickoff presents seven marquee matchups that pit the nation’s elite recruits against each other, highlighting commitments, rankings and the legacy of dominant programs.
Asa Burch, a highly rated Ohio football recruit whose father Alfie played at Michigan, is being courted by several powerhouse programs. His final choice will hinge on academic fit, coach relationships and campus culture, while Michigan also eyes 2028 wide receivers Ryan Richmond‑McDavis and Jeramy Laster Jr.
The Razorbacks are banking on five high‑impact transfers — including defensive back Khmori House and edge rusher Steven Soles Jr. — to reshape a roster that was projected to finish at the bottom of the SEC.

Five‑star recruit Maxwell Hiller has yet to commit, keeping LSU and Tennessee in the race while Florida looks to lock him down before December.

After a disappointing 2025 campaign, the University of Tennessee is reshaping its defense with veteran coordinator Jim Knowles, while key offensive pieces return, setting the stage for a quarterback battle and a renewed push for the College Football Playoff.

An overview of the most promising backup quarterbacks across NCAA programs, their backgrounds, and the impact they could have this season.
Coach Bill Belichick has just 30 days to sort through a roster of 60 new faces, including 40 freshmen, before the Tar Heels open the 2026 season against Texas Christian University in Dublin.

Notre Dame will add corporate patches to its football jerseys, a move that mirrors Ohio State's recent agreement with Chase Bank and promises new revenue for the program.

Weber State’s football program opened fall camp under new leadership, highlighting quarterback Devin Brown’s vocal growth, safety Trevian Tribble’s emphasis on effort, and coach Eric Kjar’s vision for a tougher 2026 season.

Top defensive tackle Brayden Parks is weighing Notre Dame against Oregon, with the Irish's deep connections and support playing a pivotal role in his ultimate choice.

Facing a $1 billion athletic contract and $353 million in donations, Penn State is weighing jersey patch deals, following Ohio State's $17 million JPMorganChase agreement, while Athletic Director Pat Kraft stresses the need to honor tradition.

The University of Washington's 2027 football recruiting class, bolstered by 13 four‑star commits, is projected to fill nearly every starting spot by 2029 under coach Jedd Fisch. Key additions at wide receiver, defensive line and secondary, along with a local offensive tackle, aim to break the three‑year pattern that has delayed breakthroughs for new coaches.
A recent Athletic report placed Wisconsin's 2026 roster budget above $25 million, prompting coach Luke Fickell to challenge the source and refuse comparative statements.

The move follows similar deals at Ohio State and other conference members, reflecting a broader shift toward monetizing jersey real estate in college sports.

Josh Heupel faces a critical 2025 campaign with the Tennessee Volunteers, where new quarterbacks, a revamped defense, and a brutal schedule could define his future.

The Seminoles announced the hiring of Tom Herman, a seasoned coach with a distinguished record, as part of their support staff, marking a strategic move aimed at bolstering quarterback development and offensive strategy.

From Ohio State to Kentucky and finally Purdue, Marc Nave Jr. brings size and high‑school pedigree to the Boilermakers, aiming for a key role in short‑yardage situations.

Senior Jon Sassic, a standout offensive lineman from Central Catholic, has pledged to Penn State and is shifting to center this season, emphasizing leadership and incremental progress.

After stints as a head coach at Houston, Texas and Florida Atlantic, Tom Herman is now an assistant at Florida State, where he will work under Mike Norvell amid a shifting offensive landscape.