American Conference Coaches Adapt to Transfer Portal, Embracing Player Mobility
Coaches across the American Conference reflect on how the transfer portal reshapes roster building, offering players new pathways and financial prospects.
Jul 31, 2026
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American Conference Braces for an Uncertain 2026 Title Race
With key players departing and coaching staffs shifting, the American Conference’s championship picture remains hazy as teams like UTSA, Navy and Tulane navigate differing levels of continuity and ambition.
Jul 28, 2026
North Carolina College Coaches Preview Upcoming Season Amid Transfer Turmoil
Coaches from across North Carolina gather for the Triangle Pigskin Preview, discussing the upcoming season, player transfers and the growing concern over tampering in college football.
Jul 24, 2026
ECU to Honor ALS Fighter Chris Johnson with Special Helmet Decal in 2026 Season
East Carolina University will wear a distinctive helmet decal in 2026 to celebrate Chris Johnson, a Hall of Famer battling ALS, while his advocacy and career legacy inspire the campus community.
Jul 23, 2026
ESPN+ Expands Coverage of American Conference Media Day with Dual Feeds and Exclusive Access
Two separate live feeds from the American Conference Media Day will give fans unprecedented access to coaches, players, and key administrators across the 14‑team league.
Jul 23, 2026
East Carolina Pirates Prepare for 2026 Season After Bowl Triumph
The Pirates finished 2025 with a 9‑4 record and a Military Bowl victory, but will enter 2026 with only 42 % of last year’s production and a brand‑new offensive scheme.
Jul 12, 2026
East Carolina Pirates Prepare for 2026 Season Opener Against Alabama
The Pirates are set to open the 2026 campaign on the road in Tuscaloosa, where they will test a new-look roster against the heavily favored Crimson Tide.
Jun 9, 2026
Alabama’s 2026 Football Schedule: A Tough but Strategic Path Forward
Alabama opens against East Carolina, navigates a demanding SEC stretch, and aims to limit losses before a strong finish that could secure a national postseason spot.
Jun 7, 2026
American Conference Sets 2026 Kickoff and Media Days in St. Petersburg
The American Conference announced that its annual Football Kickoff and Media Days will take place in St. Petersburg, Florida, on July 23‑24, 2026, featuring all head coaches, student‑athletes, live ESPN+ coverage and a series of fan‑focused activities that build on the league’s record‑breaking 2025 season.
May 19, 2026
American Conference Sets 2026 Kickoff in St. Petersburg
The conference’s championship‑winning 2025 season, highlighted by Tulane’s College Football Playoff berth, will be celebrated in a two‑day event that streams on ESPN+.
May 19, 2026
American Conference Sets 2026 Kickoff & Media Days in St. Petersburg
The American Conference will host its annual Kickoff and Media Days on July 23‑24, 2026 in St. Petersburg, Florida, featuring unprecedented access for fans, live ESPN+ coverage and a look back at the league’s record‑breaking 2025 campaign.
May 19, 2026
Alabama Opens 2026 Season Against East Carolina in Prime-Time Showdown
Alabama will face East Carolina on September 5 at Bryant‑Denny Stadium, a game that tests the Crimson Tide's preparedness after last year's narrow escape and highlights the Pirates' recent resurgence under Coach Blake Harrell.
May 13, 2026
Alabama Announces 2026 Season Opener Against East Carolina
Alabama will open its 2026 football season at home against East Carolina on September 5, featuring a new quarterback battle and significant roster moves.
May 12, 2026