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Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt outlines the college football teams he believes will see their stock rise or fall in 2026, highlighting key coaching changes, quarterback situations and program momentum
San Diego State’s football program is set to join the Pac‑12 on July 1, bringing a fresh schedule, a wave of local and out‑of‑area recruits, and a clear playoff vision.
Purdue announced that its 2026‑27 season opener will take place on November 2 at T‑Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, facing Gonzaga at 7:30 p.m. ET. The matchup continues a perfect 5‑0 series edge for the Boilermakers and caps a non‑conference slate that includes several high‑major opponents and a host of mid‑major home games.
Three‑star prospect Dallas Crescenzo decommitted from Purdue on social media, citing family discussions and future plans. The move leaves the Boilermakers with six verbal pledges and highlights the impact of recent on‑field struggles on recruiting.
Dallas Crescenzo, a three‑star wide receiver from Texas, flips his commitment from Purdue to the open market, putting him in play for Oklahoma State and other Power Five programs.
Penn State’s football program is entering a transformative season under head coach Matt Campbell, marked by a massive influx of talent and the arrival of defensive tackle Armstrong Nnodim, a transfer whose physicality and consistency have already turned heads.
Class of 2028 quarterback Trey Wright, a 3‑star prospect from Frisco, Texas, has pledged to Oklahoma after impressing the staff with his dual‑threat abilities and strong coach connections.
Virginia adds 6‑foot‑6 Slovenian guard Jan Vide, a recent Loyola Marymount standout, to a roster that returns key players and welcomes several transfers, all under coach Ryan Odom's plan to turn last season's near‑miss into a championship push.
Isaac Asuma’s sophomore numbers place him in the top tier of Big Ten shooting guards, but several experienced players and high‑profile transfers are projected to outrank him.
Ethan McElvain, a junior left‑hander transferred from Vanderbilt, has been named a finalist for the Stopper of the Year Award, given to the nation’s top relief pitcher by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association. His 6‑0 record, 1.03 ERA and 52 strikeouts have positioned him for the award to be announced in Omaha.
The 2025 NCAA baseball tournament will be remembered for who is missing rather than who is present, as LSU and other traditional powers sit out, while a legal battle over quarterback Brendan Sorsby threatens to reshape college sports credibility.
Power‑rating models predict Stanford, UNLV and Nevada as early favorites, while betting platforms and broadcast partners prepare for a busy opening stretch.
UCLA’s new head coach Bob Chesney revamps the roster, targeting the wide receiver position and bringing in transfer standouts Leland Smith and Landon Ellis to create a dynamic duo for quarterback Nico Iamaleava.
Five‑foot‑ten guard Jhaliana Guy, the nation’s No. 16 recruit in the 2028 class, has reopened her college recruitment after pulling back her commitment to Stanford, opening the door to a fresh round of high‑profile offers.
After a brief commitment to Stanford, 5‑foot‑10 guard Jhaliana Guy has reopened her recruitment, drawing interest from a host of power‑conference programs and reshaping her future path.
The New York Knicks are poised to contend for their first championship in over five decades, driven by a core of former Villanova stars whose college success could translate into NBA glory.
Kentucky’s basketball coach Mark Pope enters his third year with a 46‑26 record, notable wins over Duke and Tennessee, and the pressure to match the historic turnarounds of his predecessors.
The University of Southern California, once unranked, has surged to a 47‑16 record and will host the University of North Carolina in a high‑stakes NCAA Super Regional baseball game at Boshamer Stadium. With a potent pitching staff and a hunger for their first College World Series appearance since 2001, the Trojans aim to rewrite their recent narrative of struggle.
After a highly anticipated recruitment period, Royalton Allen, a three‑star defensive back from Oak Hills High School in Hesperia, California, has pledged to the University of Wisconsin. The commitment follows an official visit to Madison and a brief stint at UCLA, where he had previously verbally committed.
West Virginia University’s baseball team clinched a dramatic super regional victory, with Armani Guzman delivering a walk‑off hit that boosted the Mountaineers’ odds and pitted them against Cal Poly in a best‑of‑three showdown for a spot in the College World Series.
The Wolverines will lose several standout transfers in 2026, each bringing a distinct skill set that shaped the team's recent performance. Understanding their roles helps clarify how the roster will adapt.
Eight new pledges, including unrated lineman Abdus Kone and three‑star back Terrance Grant Jr., signal a aggressive recruiting push, while other Terps athletes shine in national trials and NCAA regionals.
Recent verbal pledges from offensive linemen and a quarterback, along with visits and regional athlete performances, highlight Maryland’s active recruiting and scheduling moves.
Jason Williams and Grant Hill clash over UNC's 'Blue Blood' status, as coaching transitions, NCAA rule shifts, and new recruiting pathways challenge traditional powerhouses.