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BJ Lafell’s recent basketball performance has sparked a wave of Division I recruitment, echoing his family’s sports legacy.
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BJ Lafell’s recent basketball performance has sparked a wave of Division I recruitment, echoing his family’s sports legacy.

A new ranking based on sack avoidance, tackles evaded and yards per rush identifies the most elusive signal-callers heading into the 2026 season

Analysts forecast a breakout year for Utah’s offense, a potential Big 12 title clash with BYU, and Heisman contention for quarterback Devon Dampier, among other projections.

Returning defensive stars from across Idaho, many of whom have committed to top collegiate programs, are poised to make a major impact in the upcoming 2026 season.
The Big 12 secures elite senior commitments across its member schools, featuring standout players like Jalen Brewster and Jake Hildebrand, underscoring the conference's ability to attract top talent.

The 2026 college football landscape is shaped by emerging talents and transformative hires across major conferences, each poised to impact their teams' title aspirations.

A seven‑month conditioning revamp, led by Whittingham and Elisaia, has turned a identified weakness into a statistical triumph, with 97 percent of the roster posting new personal bests as the team prepares for fall camp.
The Summit League unveiled its upcoming men’s and women’s basketball schedule, highlighting home‑and‑home series, tournament dates, and the impact of recent conference realignment.
The Cyclones will open the 2026 campaign against a mix of FCS and Power Five opponents, featuring notable games against Iowa Hawkeyes, Utah Utes and BYU Cougars.

The University of Utah women's soccer team opens fall practice, signaling the start of a new campaign under sixth‑year head coach Hideki Nakada. With 18 newcomers and 10 returning players, the squad aims to build on a strong 2025 showing and navigate a challenging Big 12 schedule.

Utah’s quarterback Devon Dampier, who battled a sports hernia and other setbacks in his debut season, is using the offseason to rally teammates, sharpen his mobility and aim for a standout performance in the Big 12.

After finishing last in the Big Ten for passing yards allowed and with only four interceptions last season, Purdue is banking on new transfers and experienced returnees to overhaul its defensive backfield for 2026.

Big Ten Media Days have begun, the Wolverines sit fifth in the conference rankings, and The Athletic’s All‑Big Ten teams highlight a deep Michigan contingent, sparking debate over player placements and future breakout performances.

Coach Bob Chesney reshapes the Bruins’ squad with 42 transfer portal additions, while returning stars Nico Iamaleava, Anthony Woods and Mikey Matthews battle to prove their worth ahead of the new season.
From Ames to Provo, a dozen programs have turned to new head coaches, reshaping strategies and expectations as the Big 12 enters a pivotal era.

John Taylor, a former independent‑league standout, leveraged his brother Will’s YouTube channel and a relentless work ethic to become one of the Texas Rangers’ most productive minor‑league hitters.
Wisconsin will meet Villanova on Dec. 12, 2026 in Philadelphia as part of a two‑game series, while the Badgers also schedule matches against Marquette, Auburn and a Bahamas tournament, amid a denied records request.

The Utah Utes open the 2026 campaign with a series of home victories, navigate a key coaching transition, and confront a challenging slate of opponents that could shape their Big 12 title hopes and an undefeated finish.

With six fresh members joining the Pac-12, the conference is staking its claim as the toughest Group of 6 league, and Boise State's 36.4% title odds and 11% playoff chance make it the front-runner.
A ranking of Big 12 coaches reveals a spectrum of job security, highlighting alumni commitments, program revivals and the looming threat of replacement for several underperforming leaders.

From Indiana’s stunning title run to the quarterback battles and blockbuster transfers, the 2026 Big Ten season promises drama, elite talent and a fresh slate of playoff hopefuls.

On Dec. 26, Michigan announced the hiring of Jay Hill, a coach with a record of Big Sky titles and a rapid rise at BYU, to lead its defensive staff.

Jay Hill, a longtime disciple of Kyle Whittingham, was hired as Michigan's defensive coordinator on Dec. 26. His history of elevating BYU's defense and developing overlooked talent positions him to reshape the Wolverines' unit.

Rookie forward Keba Keita delivers a standout performance in the NBA Summer League and channels his energy into a foundation aimed at building wells, schools and hospitals in Mali.