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Vanderbilt’s soccer program kicks off its 2026 campaign with a public Black‑vs‑Gold scrimmage, showcasing key attackers and a competitive goalkeeper battle before the season officially begins.
With a December 1 deadline approaching, the College Football Playoff’s expansion to 24 teams remains unresolved, leaving the future of the format in the hands of the two most powerful conferences.
Head coach Fred Hoiberg announced the upcoming non‑conference slate, featuring October exhibitions, neutral‑site contests, an in‑state showdown and a Big Ten‑SEC clash before the regular season concludes with home games in December.
At the 2026 College Football Media Days, key storylines included the SEC’s breakaway discussions, a push for a 24‑team playoff, and notable player health updates, reflecting the sport’s shifting dynamics.
The 2025 Iowa Hawkeyes football season featured tight losses to top opponents, with coaches highlighting the squad’s underrated talent and readiness for future battles.
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz recently sparked conversation by likening today’s college football landscape to the sport’s 1970s heyday, a period marked by a handful of powerhouse programs that routinely captured national titles.
Urban Meyer’s latest top‑10 college football poll spotlights the Gators, who are entering a pivotal season under head coach Jon Sumrall, a $44.7 million, six‑year hire who brings a fresh staff and a roster heavy with transfers.
USC head coach Lincoln Riley says a 24‑team College Football Playoff would not dilute the sport’s quality and would honor the game’s heritage while giving more teams a shot at the national stage
Ahmad Hardy’s recovery, new offensive pieces and a challenging schedule could reshape Missouri’s 2026 season.
The Razorbacks are set to open the 2025 season against Baylor, having secured the SEC regular‑season title last year and returning a core group of scorers and defenders.
At a Baton Rouge Rotary Club gathering, Lane Kiffin mixed humor about his former schools with candid thoughts on the transfer portal, NIL compensation, AI in player evaluation and the SEC’s shift to a nine‑game slate, ending on an optimistic note for LSU’s upcoming season.
Recent developments in college athletics reveal shifting sponsorship landscapes, financial overhauls, and societal debates playing out on and off the field.
The NCAA has formally closed the investigation that lingered for four years over the recruitment of a Kansas shortstop by former Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello, now manager of the San Francisco Giants, imposing a three-game suspension and recruiting restrictions.
Recent sponsorships worth tens of millions of dollars signal a shift toward a potential super league, with conference leaders and coaches weighing new competitive and financial models.
Missouri’s running back corps looks to rebound after a gunshot injury sidelined star Ahmad Hardy, with Coach Eli Drinkwitz confident the star will return stronger.
With Mario Saint‑Supery headed to Valencia, Gonzaga is evaluating sharpshooter Jordan Pope and playmaker Donovan Dent to fill the void, weighing shooting prowess against distribution needs.
During the Big Ten Media Days in Chicago, Illinois, coach Bret Bielema criticized the SEC and questioned the conference's division names, while commissioner Tony Petitti defended the Big Ten's recent dominance and discussed a potential expansion of the College Football Playoff.
Five new SEC coaches discuss how they measure success in their debut seasons, balancing the weight of tradition, fan expectations and the evolving landscape of college football.
Five newly appointed SEC football coaches discuss the metrics they will use to judge success in their first year, revealing the intense expectations and strategic priorities that shape their early decisions.
From Texas Tech to Arizona State, the Big 12’s 14 programs contributed a historic number of draft picks, with the St. Louis Cardinals leading the way in selections.
The SEC will hold its annual media days in Tampa, Florida, next week, where Georgia’s key players will discuss the upcoming campaign and their hopes for a championship run.
The Big Ten’s recent Media Days underscored confidence in competition with the SEC, featuring key storylines from Penn State’s new coach to USC’s playoff pressure.
Taylor Wein’s unexpected rise from a low‑paid, late‑signed prospect to a key defensive leader has reshaped his role on the Oklahoma Sooners, where he now mentors teammates and embraces an underdog mindset heading into the 2026 season.
Coach Mark Pope rejects talk of titles and championships, focusing instead on hard work, a new conditioning test, and a challenging schedule for the Wildcats.