
Cal Poly Edges Idaho 38-34 in Season‑Opening Thriller
The Mustangs opened their 2026 campaign with a dramatic win over the Vandals, highlighted by Anthony Grigby’s clutch performance and a tribute to the late John Madden.
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The Mustangs opened their 2026 campaign with a dramatic win over the Vandals, highlighted by Anthony Grigby’s clutch performance and a tribute to the late John Madden.

Cal Poly’s football program will debut on national TV as it hosts Idaho, unveiling the John Madden Center and offering fans free merchandise and tuition raffles.

The Mustangs will open their 2026 campaign on ESPN against Idaho, marking the program’s first nationally televised game. The event will retire John Madden’s No. 74 jersey and debut the new John Madden Football Center, while head coach Tim Skipper begins his tenure with a high‑profile schedule.

At the Enshrinees' Gold Jacket Dinner in Canton, Ohio, Dean Grossman accepted the Pete Rozelle Radio-Television Award on behalf of his late father, Sandy Grossman, a visionary director whose innovations reshaped how fans experience the NFL.

A new biographical film about the legendary football coach and broadcaster John Madden will debut on Amazon Prime Video, starring Nicolas Cage and featuring an ensemble cast that includes Christian Bale and Kathryn Hahn.

Al Davis addressed the Pro Football Hall of Fame audience, weaving personal anecdotes with reflections on his career, the Raiders’ culture, and the enduring values that defined his leadership.

The 30th anniversary of the 1996 Pro Football Hall of Fame class highlights five players whose careers defined durability, excellence, and innovation across the league.

Cal Poly’s John Madden Football Center opens its doors, offering student‑athletes state‑of‑the‑art training, recovery and community spaces while honoring the late coach’s enduring legacy.

The Hall of Fame will spotlight ten anniversary classes, spanning from 1966 to 2016, each featuring iconic players such as Bill Dudley, Jim Brown and Troy Aikman, with tributes rolling out across digital platforms before the August 2026 ceremony.

The Panthers bring back 12 starters, key players like quarterback Jake Clayton and freshman Max Steinhandler, and face a tough schedule that includes matchups against Brick Memorial and Donovan Catholic.

The Blue Jackets appoint former AHL player and longtime Monsters coach Trent Vogelhuber as an assistant, highlighting his extensive playing background, coaching achievements, and the confidence placed in him by head coach Rick Bowness.

Trent Vogelhuber is now an assistant with the Columbus Blue Jackets, while Nick Bootland has been named head coach of the Cleveland Monsters, bringing fresh leadership after recent playoff successes.
From the rolling fairways of BlackLake Golf Course to the bustling auction rooms of The Cliffs, the tournament founded by the late John Madden continues to raise vital funds for Cal Poly athletics, blending star power with community spirit.

Cal Poly's new John Madden Football Center opens after a $45 million investment, while the school turns down alumni funding to restore its swim and dive program, sparking a nonprofit drive for $15 million.

From a near‑fatal plane crash to a Hall of Fame career, John Madden’s impact on football endures. His family’s generosity now fuels a state‑of‑the‑art facility at Cal Poly, where coaches and players see a future that marries sport with education.
Cal Poly's new $45 million John Madden Football Center blends high-tech athletics with academic purpose, honoring the legendary coach while fostering research and student engagement.

Cal Poly held a ribbon‑cutting ceremony Saturday for a $45 million football center named for the late John Madden, funded by donors and the Madden family.

On June 6, 2024, Cal Poly celebrated the opening of the John Madden Football Center, a $45 million facility that honors the late coach‑broadcaster while providing state‑of‑the‑art resources for student‑athletes.

The new complex, named for the iconic John Madden, opens after a decade of planning and promises to elevate Cal Poly's athletic profile.

John Madden’s vision forged a video game franchise that still defines authenticity in sports simulation.

A Microsoft Store discovery has exposed the Deluxe Edition artwork for College Football 27 and Madden NFL 27, showcasing key athletes and coaches ahead of summer launches.

The Mustangs' season opener will be broadcast live on ESPN, marking the first game at the newly opened John Madden Football Center and featuring tributes to the legendary coach.

A 1969 broadcast gamble reshaped NFL television, birthing Monday Night Football and spawning a legacy of iconic commentators and cultural moments.

The push to enlarge the College Football Playoff to 24 teams promises greater revenue sharing for schools outside the Power Five, with San Diego State among the potential beneficiaries.