MTSU Blue Raiders Prepare for 2026 Season with New Coaching Additions
With preseason practices set to end on September 5, the Blue Raiders are integrating experienced coordinators and transfer talent to reshape both sides of the ball.
Aug 11, 2026
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Pressure Mounts on College Football Coaches Ahead of 2026 Season
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.
Aug 11, 2026
Tommy McClelland Takes the Helm at Purdue Football, Aiming to End Winless Big Ten Streak
From Louisiana Tech to Vanderbilt, Tommy McClelland's extensive administrative background equips him to revitalize Purdue's struggling football program and forge a winning culture in the Big Ten.
Aug 11, 2026
MTSU Football Eyes Revival Under Coach Derek Mason
Middle Tennessee State University’s football program aims to turn late‑season momentum into a sustained turnaround in its 2026 campaign.
Aug 5, 2026
MTSU Football’s ‘All In’ White Out Shirt Launches Season‑Long Store
MTSU Football has opened a season‑long team store featuring an exclusive "ALL IN" White Out T‑shirt priced at $24.99, with proceeds benefiting the program and special perks for fans who wear the shirt at the home opener against Murray State on September 5.
Jul 31, 2026
2026 CBS Sports Hot Seat Rankings: Coaches on the Hot Seat
The 2026 Hot Seat Rankings reveal a calmer season overall, yet several high‑profile coaches still face significant job insecurity.
Jul 27, 2026
Shane Beamer’s Hot Seat Rises as Gamecocks Aim for Redemption
Despite a strong 2024 finish, new doubts loom over Shane Beamer as the 2026 season approaches.
Jul 27, 2026
Middle Tennessee Players Set for 2026 CUSA Football Kickoff in Arlington
Middle Tennessee State University’s football program will host a high‑profile kickoff event in Arlington, Texas, featuring photo shoots, a live ESPN+ show and a press conference with Coach Derek Mason, while student‑athletes Roman Gagliano and Ashton Logan prepare for the 2026 season.
Jul 25, 2026
Middle Tennessee Announces 2026 Home Football Schedule and Ticket Details
Middle Tennessee State University will open its 2026 home slate on Sept. 5 with a WHITEOUT Game, while offering a range of ticket options, themed nights and group benefits that start at just $22.
Jul 24, 2026
Middle Tennessee Football Set for 2026 Conference USA Kickoff in Arlington
Middle Tennessee football will be featured at the 2026 Conference USA Kickoff in Arlington, Texas, where coach Derek Mason, quarterback Roman Gagliano and punter Ashton Logan will preview the upcoming season.
Jul 7, 2026
Charles Huff Calls for Congressional Action to Preserve College Athletics
During a Capitol Hill hearing, Memphis Tigers head coach Charles Huff warned that without legislative intervention, the future of college sports is at risk, urging support for a bipartisan bill.
Jun 10, 2026
Charles Huff Joins Capitol Hill Roundtable on College Athletics Reform
Coach Charles Huff of the University of Memphis joined a high‑profile Capitol Hill forum on June 10, where Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell outlined the Protect College Sports Act, a proposal aimed at strengthening antitrust safeguards, regulating player movement and clarifying media rights.
Jun 10, 2026
Vanderbilt’s lavish coach buyouts come to light
Recent filings show former basketball coach Jerry Stackhouse received over $4.7 million in 2024 despite a brief tenure, while new coach Mark Byington earned $2.7 million for a partial year, shedding light on the financial side‑effects of high‑profile coaching changes at the private institution.
May 15, 2026
MTSU Coach Derek Mason Courts Community with ‘Coffee with Coach’ Amid Roster Overhaul
Derek Mason, entering his third season at Middle Tennessee State University, is using community coffee gatherings to build support while reshaping the roster and aiming for a turnaround after back‑to‑back 3‑9 records.
May 14, 2026
Elijah Carney: Football Standout and Scholar Aiming for Ministry
Senior linebacker Elijah Carney excels on the field and in the classroom, maintaining a perfect GPA while double‑majoring in philosophy and religious studies. Active in campus ministry and community service, he plans to pursue a career in ministry after graduation.
May 13, 2026