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The Hokies are set for a major roster transformation in 2026, with new head coach James Franklin, key returning players, and highly touted freshman Amauri Polydor poised to reshape the secondary.
USC sits seventh in the Big Ten, faces a tough schedule, and is projected to outshine Penn State in 2026.
Recent matchups reveal a stark gap between USC and the upper tier of the Big Ten, but the Trojans are charting a course to close the distance.
From national champions to program builders, this season’s top 25 coaches reveal a dynamic mix of veteran mastery and fresh ambition.
Sophomore safety Messiah Delhomme’s emergence, combined with a fierce competition among veterans and newcomers, could reshape Maryland’s defensive outlook.
With Delhomme's breakout freshman stats and a competitive room that includes redshirt senior Lavain Scruggs and incoming freshmen, the Terrapins' secondary looks poised to anchor the defense.
Rutgers will meet Boston College on the anniversary of the September 11 attacks in a Red Bandanna game honoring alumnus Welles Crowther, the firefighter who became a symbol of courage on that tragic day, featuring a transferred quarterback and a rebuilding Eagles squad.
Ranked No. 33 in ESPN’s Football Power Index, the Hokies are poised for a pivotal season that will test new leadership, quarterback development, and a rugged road ahead.
James Franklin discusses his exit from Penn State, a major donation for Beaver Stadium, ESPN's playoff projections, and the legal ripple of a former player's challenge.
A recent RotoWire ranking places Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney third among the most reviled coaches in college football, highlighting the growing tension between tradition and the sport’s new commercial realities.
A look at five teams that entered their seasons with high preseason expectations only to stumble, revealing how early hype can mask underlying vulnerabilities
North Carolina’s second‑year head coach Bill Belichick seeks to turn a 4‑8 2025 season into a postseason run, with a key road test against Tony Elliott’s resurging Virginia Cavaliers.
North Carolina’s Bill Belichick aims to bounce back from a 4‑8 season, while Virginia’s Tony Elliott rides an 11‑win surge into a highly anticipated November clash.
Virginia Tech has appointed James Franklin as its new head football coach, committing over $41 million to a five‑year deal in hopes of turning around a program that hit a historic low in 2025.
The prospect of Nebraska, Virginia Tech, and Tennessee rejoining the College Football Playoff revives memories of 1990s dominance while raising questions about current trajectories and coaching transformations.
Key storylines include Oregon’s lead in Big Ten recruiting, first‑year coaches landing elite quarterbacks, Nebraska’s rebound, and Texas A&M’s unprecedented class, while uncommitted stars like Monshun Sales loom large.
After a strong finish to the 2025 season, the Hawkeyes are projected to meet Virginia Tech in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl, a game that could end 7‑5 and spark a legendary mayo‑filled celebration for coach Kirk Ferentz.
Ethan Grunkemeyer will lead Virginia Tech’s offense in 2026 after a standout season at Penn State, where he helped secure bowl eligibility and earned an eighth‑place ranking among ACC quarterbacks.
The Hawkeyes are projected to meet Virginia Tech in the Duke's Mayo Bowl, marking another chapter in a 13‑year bowl streak that could see a 7‑5 finish and a uniquely festive victory.
After a breakout season at Penn State and a move to Blacksburg, quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer is set to become Virginia Tech’s starter in 2026, bringing experience and a new coaching partnership
Yahoo Sports is launching a new College Fantasy Football platform this fall, adding unique roster and scoring options for fans of Power Five schools and Notre Dame, and marking the company's return to college fantasy football after a hiatus since 2021.
Freshman wide receiver Lavar Keys, once committed to Penn State, now aims to make his mark at Indiana under new offensive direction.
Former Penn State lineman Landon Tengwall, known for his No. 58 jersey, is being celebrated 58 days before the Penn State‑Marshall game after a career cut short by injury, now thriving as a media analyst with a growing following.
Texas has secured its third consecutive Learfield Directors Cup, highlighting its dominance across sports, but the football team under Steve Sarkisian remains title‑less, facing mounting pressure in a rapidly changing landscape.