
Mountain West Conference Unveils First Weekly Honors for Week 1
The Mountain West Conference announced its inaugural weekly honors for Week 1, recognizing standout performances from four student‑athletes across the league.
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The Mountain West Conference announced its inaugural weekly honors for Week 1, recognizing standout performances from four student‑athletes across the league.

The Eagles opened their season with a 28‑17 victory, highlighted by quarterback Noah Kim’s performance and a revamped defense under new coordinators.

Cal Poly’s men’s soccer team defeated San Jose State 3‑0 in its season opener, featuring first‑year goals from Peyton Marmion and Quinn Mahoney and a clean sheet by Mathew Guerra.

UC Santa Barbara’s men’s soccer team began its campaign with a 3-0 victory over San Jose State, delivering a revenge narrative from six decades ago and setting the tone for upcoming marquee matchups.

Northern Arizona University announced the hiring of Ben Johnson as associate head coach and Nik Mains as assistant coach, reuniting two seasoned professionals with the Lumberjacks program.
UTEP’s men’s basketball team begins its Mountain West schedule with a home clash against New Mexico on Jan. 2, followed by a much‑anticipated showdown with Wyoming on Jan. 5, before hitting the road for its first away game against Air Force on Jan. 9.

Grand Canyon University announces a 32‑game regular‑season schedule that blends home‑and‑home series with top‑tier opponents, featuring key returnees, new transfers and a coaching transition, setting the stage for a deep run in March.

Arnold Matshazi, a third‑year transfer from San Jose State, has been named to the 2026 MAC Hermann Trophy Midfielders to Watch list, highlighting his 12‑goal 2025 campaign and setting the stage for a promising debut with the Virginia Cavaliers.

The Bruins' offseason brings major roster upgrades, from a star running back to a fortified offensive line, while the quarterback's development and team chemistry remain pivotal.

Duke enters 2026 as ACC champions with modest expectations, driven by Coach Manny Diaz's pursuit of a record third consecutive nine‑win season and the integration of transfer quarterback Walker Eget, top recruit Bryce Davis, and a promising 2025 recruiting class.

Duke enters the 2026 season with a transformed roster, facing both offensive loss and defensive decline while hoping standout running back Nate Sheppard can lead a resurgence.

The Duke Blue Devils open their season at home against the Tulane Green Wave, a matchup that highlights both the excitement of defending champions and the uncertainty surrounding a reshaped roster.
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As Duke prepares for the 2026 season, three high‑profile transfers must prove their worth, or the program may come to regret the moves that were supposed to bolster its roster.

After capturing the ACC title with a 7‑5 record, the Blue Devils face a wave of transfers, including quarterback Darian Mensah, and a challenging non‑conference slate. Analysts project a 6‑6 finish, but Coach Diaz remains optimistic.

The Cyclones will confront twelve different head coaches next year, each bringing a distinct background and recent track record that could influence Iowa State’s performance on the field.

With a 3‑0 series edge and a predicted 24‑17 upset, the Utes must navigate a revamped offensive line and a secondary in flux while eyeing a strong finish to the season.

The latest EA Sports College Football 27 rankings highlight Colorado Buffaloes' rising talent, with wide receiver Danny Scudero leading the pack at 91 overall. The team, rated 81 overall, sits mid‑pack in the Big 12 as coach Deion Sanders eyes a bowl return.

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.

The Blue Devils face a pivotal year as they aim to repeat as ACC champions, with new transfers and emerging talent stepping into key roles.

Duke Blue Devils face a pivotal 2026 season where high hopes clash with quarterback uncertainty, defensive losses, and the threat of a sub‑.500 record.

Transferring from San Jose State to Colorado, senior receiver Danny Scudero hopes his 2025 production and character will elevate his 2027 NFL draft stock against elite Big 12 defenses.

USC Trojans enter their fifth season under head coach Lincoln Riley with a top recruiting class, but a challenging schedule and key losses could keep them out of the playoff despite a projected 9‑3 finish.

The Mountain West Conference has seen a flurry of movement in the transfer portal this offseason, with 81 players from the league electing to explore new destinations. Of those, 47 have already secured transfers, reshaping rosters across the ten‑team circuit.