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EA Sports launched College Football 27 just over a month before kickoff, unveiling player ratings that highlight Northwestern’s promising backfield and a defense eager to tighten up. Key contributors such as running back Caleb Komolafe and receiver Griffin Wilde are rated among the nation’s best, while quarterback Aidan Chiles seeks a confidence boost.
With the 2026 season looming, the Oregon Ducks face a demanding slate that includes trips to Ohio State and Michigan, a showdown with USC, and a host of coaching changes across the Pac‑12. This ranking breaks down the challenges and opportunities awaiting the program.
The 2026 college football season is already generating buzz as analysts and fans alike circle a handful of games that could reshape the playoff picture.
Indiana's Curt Cignetti has surged to the summit of the Big Ten coaching rankings after guiding the Hoosiers to an unbeaten national championship, a turnaround that reshapes the conference landscape.
Indiana’s Curt Cignetti has surged to the top of the Big Ten coaching rankings after guiding the Hoosiers to an unbeaten national championship, joining a roster of seasoned mentors whose recent feats define the league’s new dynamics.
Northwestern University has added 13 new scholarship athletes to its 2027 football roster, a group that propels the program to a 34th‑national ranking and signals a bold new era under Head Coach David Braun.
The Northwestern football program faces a demanding 2026 slate, integrating new talent while relying on veterans like Jackson Carsello. Coach David Braun’s leadership and the team’s core values will be tested as they aim to bend but not break.
The Big Ten Conference has named the 54 student‑athletes who will attend the 2026 Media Days in Chicago, setting the stage for a high‑profile college football season.
With his contract at Memphis set to end in 2026, veteran coach Brian Kelly is rumored to be eyeing several major‑conference jobs. Here’s a rundown of the schools that could be a fit.
Penn State enters a new era under Matt Campbell while the Big Ten's competitive landscape reshapes with top‑tier powerhouses, mid‑tier contenders, and a wave of roster changes across the league.
Wisconsin's offseason activity, from portal acquisitions to staff enhancements, positions the program to outperform expectations ahead of rivals like Northwestern, UCLA, and Nebraska.
Northwestern University has appointed John Lintner to a newly created role focused on safeguarding its football video and data infrastructure, leveraging his extensive background across college programs and the NFL.
The Wildcats have improved each year under David Braun, highlighted by a 34‑7 bowl win, standout performances from Caleb Komolafe and Robert Fitzgerald, and a looming matchup with Penn State’s James Franklin.
The Wildcats have improved each year under head coach David Braun, highlighted by a 7‑6 record in 2025, star performances from Caleb Komolafe and Robert Fitzgerald, and a nationally televised showdown against Penn State on Oct. 2, 2026.
Northwestern’s football program is preparing for a challenging 2026 slate that includes matchups against Oregon, Iowa and Ohio State. New offensive coordinator Chip Kelly, quarterback Aidan Chiles and a strengthened running back corps bring fresh energy, while the construction of a new Ryan Field promises a more intimate fan experience. The coaching staff, led by head coach David Braun, believes these changes could translate into a competitive season and a potential 8‑4 or 9‑3 record.
Northwestern, Iowa, LSU, Auburn and Mississippi State each confront tightly packed schedules that test depth, strategy and fan engagement across the upcoming college football season.
A look at the 18‑coach ranking that measures conference‑winning percentages, highlighting standout performances and the challenges facing first‑year mentors
The latest Big Ten power rankings spotlight Ohio State’s dominance, Oregon’s resurgence, and a host of other contenders as the 2026 season approaches.
A panel of voters ranks college football coaches across the Power Four conferences, highlighting the subjectivity of the list and profiling the lowest‑ranked and rising leaders.
Illinois' 2026 football schedule pits the Fighting Illini against a slate of powerhouse opponents, from a revenge duel with Duke to a showdown with top‑ranked Oregon, highlighting key players and pivotal matchups.
The Illini’s 2026 schedule features a Duke rematch, a bid to end a decade‑long drought at Ohio State, a top‑three showdown with Oregon, a rivalry test against Nebraska and a historic finale at Ryan Field.
Penn State's 2026 schedule deliberately avoids 2025 playoff teams, featuring a marquee White Out against USC, a road test at Washington, and a pivotal game at Michigan, all designed to propel new head coach Matt Campbell toward a playoff run.
Penn State’s post‑spring ranking, a challenging yet promising schedule, and the impact of transfers and coaching changes set the tone for a season that could see the Nittany Lions reach double‑digit wins.
Ohio State leads the latest Big Ten power rankings despite a five‑year championship drought, while Oregon, Indiana and a host of other programs jockey for position.