Winning Remains the Only Ticket to the Playoff, Coaches Say
Oklahoma’s Brent Venables and other coaches stress that no amount of expansion can replace the need to win games, as debates over a 24‑team playoff intensify.
May 30, 2026
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Coach Kalen DeBoer Calls for a 24‑Team College Football Playoff
Alabama’s head coach Kalen DeBoer advocates expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams, citing the benefits of intensified late‑season games. His stance contrasts with Texas coach Steve Sarkisian, who favors a return to a four‑team bracket. The SEC and Big Ten have yet to agree on further expansion, leaving the playoff at twelve teams for now.
May 30, 2026
Big 12 Coaches Back 24‑Team College Football Playoff Expansion
Big 12 coaches unanimously support a 24‑team College Football Playoff, which could bring up to five teams into the postseason, add a tenth conference game, and reshape scheduling and revenue models.
May 30, 2026
Georgia Bulldogs Crush LIU in Rain‑Soaked Athens Regional Opener
Georgia’s offense exploded for fifteen runs as rain delayed play, paving the way for a next‑round clash with Liberty.
May 30, 2026
Alabama’s Offensive Line Undergoes Major Transformation Ahead of New Season
With only Michael Carroll returning, Alabama's offensive line faces a reshuffle as new faces from the transfer portal step into key roles.
May 30, 2026
South Carolina Gamecocks Open 2026 Season Against Kent State, Spotlight on Defensive Stalwart Kelcy Quarles
As the Gamecocks prepare to face the Golden Flashes on September 5, the story of Kelcy Quarles — who wore No. 99 and became the first defensive tackle to earn first‑team All‑SEC honors — offers a lens into the team’s defensive pedigree.
May 30, 2026
Gambling Addiction Threatens College Football Stars as SEC Rolls Out Mandatory Education
A top college football player’s descent into betting on his own team has prompted the SEC to require sports‑gambling education for all athletes, underscoring a widening epidemic.
May 29, 2026
Aidan King Emerges as Top Contender for College Pitcher of the Year
A sophomore right‑hander from Florida is a finalist for Baseball America's College Pitcher of the Year after a season that featured a 2.68 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 89 strikeouts in 84 innings.
May 29, 2026
Power Four Conferences Must Align Schedules to Restore Balance in College Football
The author argues that the sport’s most pressing problems can be solved by a single scheduling rule: every Power Four program should face the same number of Power Four opponents each season.
May 29, 2026
Anthony Pack Jr. Makes History with Three-Homer Debut for Texas
Anthony Pack Jr. became the first Texas player to hit three home runs in an NCAA Tournament game, launching a combined 1,215 feet and adding 20 stolen bases in a dominant performance.
May 29, 2026
CFP Expansion Debate Stalls Over Revenue and Rights
The future of the College Football Playoff hangs in the balance as stakeholders debate a proposal to double the tournament, with financial projections, viewership data, and conference politics shaping the discussion.
May 29, 2026
Michigan’s Path Back to the College Football Playoff: Scenarios and Challenges Ahead
Two seasons have slipped by since the Wolverines last secured a spot in the College Football Playoff, a streak that began with three consecutive appearances from 2021 through 2023. The absence has sparked a quiet but persistent debate about whether the program can reclaim its place among the nation’s elite.
May 29, 2026
SEC Spring Meetings Spark Playoff Expansion Clash
At a gathering in Miramar Beach, Florida, the SEC’s spring meetings turned into a forum for heated discussion about the College Football Playoff selection process, with coaches questioning transparency, a new strength‑of‑record metric, and the value of a ninth conference game amid a rivalry with the Big Ten over playoff expansion.
May 29, 2026
NCAA Baseball Regionals: Key Storylines and Dark Horses
Georgia catcher Daniel Jackson eyes the 30‑30 club, UCLA secures the No. 1 seed, and several dark‑horse teams could reshape the tournament.
May 29, 2026
Oklahoma’s 2026 Football Prospects Shine in Early Rankings
Four Oklahoma players already crack the top 100 for the 2026 class, while a deep pool of underclassmen and transfers promise to reshape the team's fortunes.
May 29, 2026
Georgia Tech Secures Top Seed for 2026 NCAA Baseball Regional in Atlanta
Georgia Tech will open Russ Chandler Stadium to the nation’s top college baseball teams from May 29 to June 1, entering the tournament as the No. 2 national seed after a historic season that saw the program capture both the ACC regular‑season and tournament titles for the first time in 13 years.
May 29, 2026
Oklahoma Sooners Set for Atlanta Showdown with The Citadel
The Sooners, seeded second, will meet The Citadel on Friday in Atlanta, a matchup that could set up a national title‑contending run.
May 29, 2026
Arkansas Baseball Opens NCAA Tournament Against Missouri State in Kansas
The Razorbacks will face Missouri State in Lawrence, Kansas, on May 29, with the game broadcast on ESPNU and streaming on ESPN+ and Fubo.
May 29, 2026
KU Baseball Secures Top Seed in NCAA Regional as Rivals Prepare for Showdown
The Jayhawks enter the tournament with a dominant record, facing a competitive regional that includes nationally ranked opponents and a schedule that promises high stakes from the first pitch.
May 29, 2026
Florida Gators Prepare for NCAA Tournament Opener Against Rider
The Florida Gators, the No. 8 national seed and host of the Gainesville Regional, open the NCAA Tournament against fourth‑seed Rider. With a legacy of postseason success and a roster brimming with talent, the team looks to extend its recent surge.
May 28, 2026
Alabama Crimson Tide Ready for Regional Showdown in Tuscaloosa
Coach Rob Vaughn will start Tyler Fay against Alabama State as the Crimson Tide aims to extend a 15‑0 series edge and build momentum for the NCAA tournament.
May 28, 2026
SEC Reveals Kickoff Times for Texas A&M’s Opening Games
The SEC and ESPN announced that Texas A&M will open the 2026 season at home against Missouri State on Sept. 5, host Arizona State on Sept. 12, and begin SEC play against Kentucky on Sept. 19, with broadcast details and kickoff times disclosed.
May 28, 2026
Ole Miss Baseball Heads to Lincoln Regional Ahead of Showdown with Arizona State
The No. 18 Rebels travel to Nebraska to open against the Wildcats, carrying a 100‑home‑run season and a pitching staff that ranks among the nation’s best.
May 28, 2026
Arkansas Baseball Sets Up NCAA Tournament Opener with Gabe Gaeckle on the Mound
Arkansas will rely on right‑hander Gabe Gaeckle for its opening NCAA Tournament game, while injured star Hunter Dietz watches from the sidelines.
May 28, 2026