Playoff Odds Tighten as 12‑Team Field Takes Shape
With the top five favorites hovering around the 50% threshold, the expanded playoff picture is poised for dramatic shifts as the season unfolds.
Sep 9, 2026
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Notre Dame Faces Rice in Inconsistent Home Opener
Notre Dame opens its season on Sept. 12 against Rice at Notre Dame Stadium, with key players sidelined and odds heavily favoring the Irish.
Sep 8, 2026
Veteran Defenseman Andrew Peeke Joins Utah Mammoth on One-Year Deal
Andrew Peeke, a seasoned NHL defenseman with seven years of experience, has signed a one-year contract with Utah Mammoth, bringing his collegiate leadership, NHL durability and global tournament success to a new chapter.
Sep 8, 2026
Badgers Face No. 4 Notre Dame in High‑Stakes Season Opener
The Badgers open 2026 with a transfer‑laden roster against a Notre Dame team riding a wave of optimism, featuring former Wisconsin coaches and top in‑state recruits.
Sep 8, 2026
Chicago Catholic League Rivalries Intensify Ahead of Key Friday Showdown
Providence’s 27‑0 win over Joliet Catholic, Loyola’s dominant 31‑0 victory over St. Rita and upcoming clashes involving Brother Rice and Loyola highlight a pivotal week in the Chicago Catholic League.
Sep 6, 2026
Notre Dame Opens Season as Heavy Favorite Over Wisconsin at Lambeau Field
Notre Dame enters the 2026 season as a top contender, boasting a Heisman‑candidate quarterback, a returning‑production‑rich roster and a soft schedule, while Wisconsin’s defense faces a tough test against Carr’s decision‑making and a powerful offensive line.
Sep 6, 2026
Badgers vs. Fighting Irish: A High‑Stakes Opener at Lambeau Field
The Wisconsin Badgers will host No. 4 Notre Dame at Lambeau Field on September 6, 2026, in a pivotal season opener that pits a heavy underdog against a roster widely regarded as the nation’s best, with NBC and Peacock providing coverage and FanDuel setting the odds.
Sep 6, 2026
Notre Dame Faces Wisconsin in Season‑Opening Showdown at Lambeau Field
Notre Dame and Wisconsin will open the 2026 season on September 6 at Lambeau Field, a historic venue that adds extra intrigue as the teams battle for early momentum and playoff positioning.
Sep 6, 2026
College Football Week 1 Schedule Packed with High‑Profile Matchups
The opening weekend of the 2025 college football season features three top‑ranked programs, an early Apple Cup rivalry and multiple prime‑time games, all available across TV and streaming platforms.
Sep 6, 2026
University of Florida Men’s Basketball Unveils 2026‑27 Schedule Ahead of Football Opener
The University of Florida men's basketball team announced its complete 2026‑27 schedule, highlighted by a top‑ranked preseason projection, early road games in Tampa and Jacksonville, a Las Vegas showcase against Notre Dame, and a rigorous SEC campaign that runs through March.
Sep 6, 2026
BYU’s Playoff Hopes: Three Paths to a College Football Playoff Spot
BYU can reach the College Football Playoff through a Big 12 title, a win over Notre Dame, or a near‑perfect season, but defensive improvements and close‑game resilience will be decisive.
Sep 1, 2026
Duke’s 2026 Women’s Basketball Showcase Brings Historic Matchups to Las Vegas
The 2026 Players Era Women's Basketball Showcase will feature Duke, Texas and Southern California in a historic double‑header, with tickets on sale now.
Aug 31, 2026
2026 lohud Girls Soccer Elite 11: Spotlight on Westchester, Rockland, and Putnam Standouts
The 2026 lohud Girls Soccer Elite 11 assembles over one hundred of the region’s most promising players from Westchester, Rockland and Putnam counties, highlighting standout athletes and their university commitments.
Aug 31, 2026
2026 College Football Playoff Outlook: Powerhouses, Transfers, and Predicted Champions
The 2026 season promises dramatic shifts as transfers reshape rosters, historic programs chase new milestones, and analysts map out a bracket that could crown an unexpected champion.
Aug 29, 2026
Graham Couch’s 2024 Michigan State Football Forecast: Key Matchups, Players and Bowl Outlook
Columnist Graham Couch maps out Michigan State’s 2024 slate, highlighting marquee battles, emerging storylines and the players who will shape each contest.
Aug 27, 2026
Marcus Freeman hails Cooper Flanagan as ‘alpha male’ ahead of season opener
Coach Marcus Freeman praises tight end Cooper Flanagan’s physical leadership as Notre Dame prepares for its season‑opening battle at Lambeau Field
Aug 27, 2026
Kyle Hamilton ponders the NFL’s next decade: longer seasons, safety concerns, and family legacy
In a candid interview, the Baltimore Ravens safety outlines a possible 20‑game season while emphasizing player safety and the future of his children.
Aug 26, 2026
Three Spartans Earn Hermann Trophy Watch List Honors
Michigan State’s women’s soccer team places three players on the 2026 Hermann Trophy Watch List, a first in program history, highlighting the squad’s rising national prominence.
Aug 26, 2026
Kate Koval Exits LSU Women’s Basketball Amid Family Concerns Over Ukraine War
Ukrainian center Kate Koval has confirmed she will not return to LSU’s women’s basketball program, emphasizing the emotional strain caused by her father's involvement in the war.
Aug 25, 2026
2026 College Football Quarterback Rankings: Experience, Transfers, and Breakout Risks
The 2026 quarterback class blends returning starters with high‑profile transfers, offering a mix of proven talent and uncertain newcomers. Injuries, offensive line stability and early‑season tests will determine which names rise to the top.
Aug 25, 2026
Hoosiers Open Season with 3-1 Victory Over Notre Dame
Indiana’s men’s soccer team began its season with a convincing 3-1 win over Notre Dame, highlighted by Oliver Moller-Jensen’s two goals and an assist, and a debut-filled lineup that thrilled a historic crowd at Bill Armstrong Stadium.
Aug 21, 2026
Red Wings Acquire Sutter Muzzatti in Two-Year Deal
The Detroit Red Wings have secured the rights to 23-year-old forward Sutter Muzzatti from the Nashville Predators, signing him to a two-year entry-level contract. Muzzatti, a Michigan native, arrives after leading the University of Notre Dame in points and delivering a strong two-way performance.
Aug 20, 2026
Hoosiers Host Notre Dame in Season Opener Aiming for Ninth Title
Indiana University’s men’s soccer team opens its 2025 season against Notre Dame in Bloomington, a rivalry that blends historic dominance with a loaded roster of transfers and prospects.
Aug 20, 2026
Big Ten Dominates Preseason AP Top 25 as Ohio State and Oregon Lead
Ohio State and Oregon sit at the top of the 2024 preseason poll, marking the first time since 1961 that the Big Ten has claimed the first two spots. The conference’s recent championship streak adds pressure for another title run.
Aug 17, 2026