
Alabama’s 2026 Schedule Introduces Trio of First‑Year SEC Coaches
The 2026 season will see Alabama face three new head coaches at Kentucky, LSU and Auburn, each with distinct backgrounds and ambitions.
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The 2026 season will see Alabama face three new head coaches at Kentucky, LSU and Auburn, each with distinct backgrounds and ambitions.
The launch of College Football 27 finally includes North Dakota State University, igniting fan enthusiasm, sparking criticism over extra costs, and offering a nostalgic glimpse of the Fargodome in digital form.

Veteran analyst David Pollack recently likened Miami Hurricanes running back Mark Fletcher Jr. to Alabama legend Derrick Henry, highlighting the junior’s blend of size, power and speed that mirrors the Heisman‑winning back’s signature style.

A look at the challenges surrounding quarterback Will Hammond's injury and the ripple effects on the team's championship aspirations.

Analyst David Pollack predicts that Notre Dame's revamped defense, anchored by returning tacklers and elite cornerback Leonard Moore, may finally break the program's national championship drought.

Missouri’s star running back Ahmad Hardy aims to return from a May shooting injury, while other top rushers prepare for a landmark season that could reshape the SEC race.

The rise of the transfer portal and name, image, and likeness deals is shifting the traditional high‑school recruiting model, giving programs a faster, more experience‑driven path to competitiveness.

Freshman sensations Jeremiah Smith and Malachi Toney are reshaping expectations at their programs, combining record‑breaking production with unprecedented versatility.

Analyst David Pollack foresees true freshman Chris Henry Jr. becoming the next elite wide receiver for Ohio State, a prospect who could soon eclipse Jeremiah Smith's record.

The franchise, owned by former NFL stars, will begin play in March 2027 after a community-driven naming contest that echoes the success of the Athens Rock Lobsters.

Coach Alex Golesh has declared a strict no‑tolerance stance on sports betting, a position that comes as the program deals with the fallout from Brendan Sorsby’s lawsuit against the NCAA and his subsequent departure from Texas Tech.

Auburn’s newest head coach, Alex Golesh, is betting that a team built on mutual responsibility can overcome past shortcomings and thrive under the pressures of modern college football.

Alex Golesh, the newly appointed head coach of the Auburn Tigers, addresses the team's recent struggles, outlines an offensive overhaul, and highlights a defensive core that returns intact while the program looks to attract top recruits for the future.

The Oklahoma Sooners have bolstered their defensive front under head coach Brent Venables, earning a top‑10 ranking from analyst David Pollack. The unit’s progress reflects a blend of experienced returnees and promising newcomers.

Tre Geathers III, son of former Georgia defensive end Robert Geathers II, pledged to the Florida Gators over the Bulldogs, citing a distinct path for his own career.

With summer workouts concluding, the upcoming schedule features marquee games that will influence the postseason landscape.

EA Sports announces gameplay updates for College Football 27, set for release on July 9, and reveals a new broadcast crew that replaces Kirk Herbstreit with former Colorado quarterback Joel Klatt, paired with Chris Fowler, while retaining Rece Davis, Jesse Palmer, David Pollack and adding Holly Rowe.

The latest edition of EA Sports' college football franchise will debut on July 9 across PS5, Xbox Series and PC, bringing back mascot mode, adding new schools and reshaping its commentary team.

Analyst David Pollack predicts that North Carolina State could achieve a breakout 2026 season, potentially capturing the ACC championship. The Wolfpack’s recent progress under coach Dave Doeren and quarterback CJ Bailey, combined with a volatile conference landscape, fuels optimism for a historic double‑digit win year.

Kirk Herbstreit will not return as a commentator for EA Sports' upcoming College Football video game, prompting the publisher to consider a fresh lineup of seasoned broadcasters.

JJ Brown, a top Georgia recruit, chooses Clemson, while other key commitments reshape the SEC's talent landscape.

The National Football Foundation has unveiled the 2027 College Football Hall of Fame ballot, featuring Heisman winners Cam Newton and Robert Griffin III and the late Mike Leach, whose eligibility stems from a rule change after his 2022 death.

JJ Brown, a top offensive line prospect from Georgia, pledged to Clemson, rejecting a fierce push from the Bulldogs. His decision follows other key commitments and highlights a shifting balance in the upcoming class.

Longtime ESPN commentator Kirk Herbstreit will not be featured in the forthcoming EA Sports College Football 27, ending a two‑decade presence in the franchise. The game, set for a July 9 release, showcases fresh cover talent alongside a roster of coaches and prospects.