
Big 12 Eyes 30th Anniversary as 2026 Football Season Looms
The Big 12 prepares for its 30th anniversary season in 2026, highlighting historic achievements, fresh leadership and a new playoff structure.
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Baker Mayfield across Football, Soccer.

The Big 12 prepares for its 30th anniversary season in 2026, highlighting historic achievements, fresh leadership and a new playoff structure.

Fantasy football managers are increasingly finding value in late‑round quarterbacks whose draft positions do not reflect their upside, a trend highlighted by recent ADP overperformance and strategic team moves.

Sports Illustrated’s latest top‑50 ranking places Jim Brown at the summit, spotlighting a career that spanned multiple sports and igniting conversation about the all‑time greats.

Sports Illustrated's latest list crowns Jim Brown as the all‑time greatest college football player, highlighting his record‑breaking stats and multi‑sport excellence.

An overview of the 2026 quarterback tiers, from elite prospects to low‑value backups, and what they mean for fantasy managers.

An analytical guide to building a fantasy football team when the draft slot lands at No. 6, highlighting key selections and late‑round sleepers.

A look at the rising stars projected to lead their teams in targets, yards and touchdowns next season.

The Denver Broncos are increasingly looking to the United Football League for undervalued talent, signing several former league stars and highlighting the league's growing role in player development.
During Mayor David Holt’s State of the City address, OKC United revealed its crest, colors and stadium plans, signaling an ambitious entry into American soccer.

The new Oklahoma City franchise will enter the USL Championship in 2028, playing at the upcoming MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium, with a crest that honors Native American heritage and an ownership group that includes prominent athletes and the Chickasaw Nation.

Oklahoma City's new professional soccer franchise, OKC United, will debut in 2028. The club's name, crest, colors, and home venue were announced amid strong fan enthusiasm and a ownership group that includes notable athletes.

Oklahoma City’s newest professional soccer franchise, OKC United, will debut in 2028, featuring a crest that honors the state’s tribal heritage and a stadium integrated into a downtown revitalization project.
Oklahoma City announces its upcoming soccer franchise, OKC United, slated for a 2028 debut in the USL Championship, unveiling its crest, colors, stadium plans, and ownership group.

From Carolina’s rising star Tetairoa McMillan to Chicago’s emerging Luther Burden III and Tampa Bay’s Emeka Egbuka, the next wave of receivers is shaping up to be a fantasy goldmine.

Injuries limited Baker Mayfield’s 2025 campaign, but his historical consistency and current draft position suggest a strong fantasy return if he stays healthy.

Seasoned coach Tom Moore, who once quarterbacked Iowa and later worked with NFL icons, is now shaping the Hawkeyes' quarterback competition, offering guidance to both Jeremy Hecklinski and Hank Brown as they vie for the starting role.

The NFL offseason has already reshaped the fantasy landscape, as a wave of high‑profile trades and signings sets the stage for the 2026 campaign. From blockbuster moves at wide receiver to strategic backfield additions, analysts are re‑evaluating projections and identifying which players stand to benefit from new offensive contexts.

From a surprise appearance at Zach Bryan’s Autzen Stadium concert to leading the Ducks to a College Football Playoff semifinal, quarterback Dante Moore’s offseason was as diverse as it was productive, setting the stage for a high‑stakes 2026 campaign.

OKC United, Oklahoma City's upcoming USL Championship franchise, will begin league play in 2028. The club's crest, designed by Matthew Wolff under the creative direction of Russell Westbrook, features an arrowhead and 39 sun rays symbolizing the state's Native American heritage. Primary colors of midnight blue, pink sunset, and ivory cloud complete the visual identity. The name emerged from several finalists, and the ownership group includes Westbrook, Christian Kanady, Jalen Williams, Baker Mayfield, Jozy Altidore, and Sydney McLaughlin‑Levrone.

Analysts see a clear path to rebound for McLaurin, Andrews, Jefferson, Hurts and Egbuka in the upcoming draft cycle.

With a demanding slate that includes matchups against Michigan, Georgia and Texas, the Sooners are poised to test their mettle early, but optimism remains high after a strong 2025 campaign.

Injury concerns swirl around Rome Odunze, while dynasty managers debate quarterback hierarchies and the merits of format changes like Superflex.

Football’s video‑assistant review system has become a cautionary tale for the NFL, which must learn from its sluggish, over‑technical approach before its own replay mechanisms erode the sport’s rhythm.

With a talented roster, a revamped offensive line and a defense that could rank among the nation’s best, the Oklahoma Sooners are being discussed as legitimate contenders for the 2026 national championship.