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A survey of 125 college football programs finds that about 80% of fans are optimistic for the 2026 season, with Indiana and SMU expressing perfect confidence, while Baylor, Boston College and Clemson see steep drops, and coaching changes, NIL deals and the transfer portal shape the overall sentiment.
A look at the key storylines from the opening weekend, including a controversial replay review, dominant offensive displays, and coaching pressures that could reshape the season.
In a nail‑biting fourth quarter, Baylor elected to attempt a two‑point conversion instead of an extra point, only to see the play intercepted by Auburn safety Eric Winters and lose the game.
Alex Golesh addressed the media ahead of Auburn's opening game, discussing practice routines, respect for Baylor's coach Dave Aranda, and the challenges posed by the Bears' air‑raid offense and quarterback DJ Lagway.
The Baylor Bears open their 125th football season in the Aflac Kickoff Game at Mercedes‑Benz Stadium, facing a ranked Auburn team led by first‑year head coach Alex Golesh. With Coach Dave Aranda entering his seventh year and a revamped roster, the stage is set for a pivotal clash.
A look at the coaches under fire across major conferences, the buyouts that loom over their futures, and how NIL and the transfer portal are reshaping job security in college football.
The upcoming 2026 college football season is shaping up as a crucible for a handful of head coaches whose recent records have sparked intense scrutiny.
A look at the coaches whose recent records have put them under intense scrutiny as the 2026 campaign approaches.
As college football returns, the Baylor Bears open against the Auburn Tigers in Atlanta, a game that promises high stakes, standout performances and a test of new strategies.
Texas Tech enters the 2026 Big 12 campaign as the preseason favorite, boasting an elite defense and a roster bolstered by key transfers, while BYU and Utah loom as primary challengers.
Baylor University’s defensive line is set for a major revamp in 2025, featuring key transfers like Hosea Wheeler and a strong coaching staff led by Jacori Greer, while offensive line instability remains a concern.
Analysts are already mapping out which coaching staffs might find themselves on the chopping block before the first bowl game is even played, with Bill O'Brien emerging as the most likely early casualty.
From Bill Belichick's off‑field drama to Lincoln Riley's quest for a playoff return, a dozen coaches are under the microscope as the 2026 college football landscape reshapes itself.
Analysts project Texas Tech as the favorite, while Utah, Oklahoma State and Arizona State face roster and schedule hurdles, and a wave of coaching changes threatens to reshape the conference landscape.
Baylor’s fall camp opened this week, marking the first chance for the coaching staff to assess a roster that finished last season with just five wins. Head coach Dave Aranda has already made a notable change at quarterback, swapping out Sawyer Robertson for the more mobile DJ Lagway, a move made possible through the transfer portal.
Three bold predictions highlight how a healthy Travion Barnes, transfer Garrick Ponder, and quarterback DJ Lagway, guided by coach Dave Aranda, might lift Baylor back to a winning season and a bowl game.
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 opening week of SEC football mixes modest openers with marquee contests, from Missouri’s game against Arkansas‑Pine Bluff to LSU’s highly anticipated clash with Clemson under new head coach Lane Kiffin.
The 2026 season opens with North Carolina facing TCU in Dublin, while Heisman hopefuls and new coaching dynamics promise excitement across the sport.
Baylor head coach Dave Aranda outlined the team's focus on closing out games after a series of narrow defeats in 2025, highlighting both lessons learned and upcoming road matchups.
Auburn will host Baylor in a season opener for the second straight year, with new coaches, key player storylines and early predictions shaping expectations.
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.
The 2026 Hot Seat Rankings reveal a calmer season overall, yet several high‑profile coaches still face significant job insecurity.
CBS Sports’ 2026 Hot‑Seat rankings reveal which college football coaches face the greatest pressure, highlighting a mix of perfect‑score warnings and surprising turnarounds