CFP Committee’s Alabama Selection Draws Fire
The decision to slot Alabama into the 2025/2026 College Football Playoff ahead of Notre Dame has ignited a heated debate among alumni, analysts and former players.
May 28, 2026
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SEC Quarterback Outlook for 2026: SI’s Early Projections
Sports Illustrated’s preliminary look at the 2026 SEC quarterback race highlights emerging talents, veteran takeovers and the impact of coaching shifts across the league.
May 26, 2026
SEC Quarterback Rankings Preview for the 2026 Season
Spring practices across the SEC have already begun to shape the narrative for the 2026 college football season, and early quarterback rankings are emerging from the first wave of games and workouts. Arch Manning, the 2026 Heisman favorite and projected No. 1 overall pick in the 2027 NFL Draft, looms as a focal point of the conversation.
May 25, 2026
SEC Quarterback Power Rankings: 2026 Outlook After Spring Sessions
Spring practices have set the stage for a volatile SEC quarterback race, with emerging stars, injury comebacks and transfer battles shaping each team's prospects.
May 25, 2026
Eight Must‑Watch Non‑Conference College Football Games to Start the 2026 Season
The 2026 college football slate features eight marquee non‑conference matchups that promise drama, surprise and national implications, highlighted by high‑profile quarterback returns and coaching debuts.
May 24, 2026
SEC Coaching Rankings: Who Leads the Pack?
The 2026‑27 SEC season promises dramatic shifts as veteran powerhouses and ambitious newcomers vie for the top spot, with coaching moves and playoff aspirations taking center stage.
May 23, 2026
SEC Coaching Rankings: Who Leads the Pack for 2026‑27?
From Kirby Smart’s championship pedigree to the fresh faces feeling the heat, the SEC’s coaching landscape is richer and more competitive than ever as the 2026‑27 season approaches.
May 23, 2026
Countdown to the Heisman: 99 Days Until College Football Returns
With the college football season looming, the Heisman Trophy race is already taking shape. Fernando Mendoza’s move to the NFL, emerging 2026 candidates, and the historical backdrop of the award set the stage for a compelling narrative.
May 23, 2026
Rebels Face Elite Wide Receivers in 2026 Showdowns
The 2026 schedule pits the Ole Miss Rebels against some of the SEC’s most dynamic wide receivers, each bringing a unique skill set that could shape the Rebels’ defensive game plan.
May 22, 2026
Oklahoma Sooners Eye National Title with Brent Venables’ Defensive Mastery
After a 10‑3 season and a College Football Playoff berth, the Oklahoma Sooners, led by coach Brent Venables, blend a revamped defense with a recovering quarterback to position themselves as dark‑horse champions for 2026.
May 21, 2026
Oklahoma Sooners Extend 2028 Quarterback Commitments in Strategic Recruiting Push
Oklahoma's 2028 recruiting class gains four quarterback commitments, highlighting a focused effort to rebuild the offense.
May 21, 2026
SEC 2026: A New Coaching Era and Shifting Power Balances
The Southeastern Conference enters 2026 with a wave of new leadership, key player returns, and strategic shifts that could reshape the college football landscape.
May 20, 2026
Ole Miss Rebels Prepare for 2026 Season Amid Roster Shifts and Tough Schedule
The University of Mississippi’s football program faces both promise and pressure as it navigates key departures, new additions, and a demanding slate of games in the upcoming season.
May 20, 2026
Colin Simmons Leads 2026 Preseason Fear List of College Football’s Top Defensive Threats
A recent CBS Sports compilation spotlights the 26 defensive players projected to dominate the 2026 college football landscape, with Texas edge rusher Colin Simmons topping the feared rankings.
May 17, 2026
Sooners Gear Up for 2026 Season with Key Breakout Players
With just over 100 days until the Oklahoma Sooners' football season, quarterback John Mateer returns and the defense is projected to be among the nation's strongest, while a handful of players are identified as potential breakout stars.
May 17, 2026
Ticket Prices Soar for 2026 College Football Showdowns
The 2026 season sees record‑breaking ticket costs, led by Texas‑Texas A&M, with Arch Manning and Steve Sarkisian driving brand momentum.
May 14, 2026
2026 College Football Preview: Top 12 Teams’ Critical Questions
From Michigan’s quarterback dilemma to Oregon’s quest for a signature win, the network’s expert outlines the challenges and opportunities facing the nation’s elite programs.
May 12, 2026
Fox Sports Unveils 2026 College Football Rankings, Big Ten Leads the Pack
Fox Sports' latest 2026 college football rankings place Big Ten powerhouses at the summit, with Indiana, Ohio State and Oregon among the elite, while new storylines emerge around quarterbacks and coaching changes
May 12, 2026
Who’s in the Mix for the 2026 College Football Playoff?
Early projections point to a handful of programs with the talent, depth and favorable slates to contend for the 2026 playoff, while a few traditional powerhouses face pivotal questions heading into the season.
May 12, 2026
SEC Chief Challenges Playoff Expansion Plans
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey explains why a 16‑team College Football Playoff better preserves the significance of regular‑season play, even as other voices push for expansion.
May 12, 2026
Michigan Wolverines Set for Noon Kickoffs Against Oklahoma and Ohio State
Michigan’s football schedule places noon kickoffs against Oklahoma on Sept. 12 and Ohio State on Nov. 28 on FOX, reviving historic rivalries and testing the Wolverines’ early‑season form.
May 11, 2026
Michigan and Oklahoma Set for 2026 Clash on Fox
The Wolverines and the Sooners will meet on September 12, 2026, at noon Eastern, sparking a narrative that blends past playoff aspirations, key quarterback performances, and surprising roster moves.
May 11, 2026
Michigan to Face Oklahoma in Season‑Opening Showdown
Michigan will host Oklahoma at noon ET on Sept. 12, a Fox broadcast that pits new coach Kyle Whittingham against a Sooners squad bolstered by transfers, while the Wolverines look to build on their 2024 upset of Ohio State.
May 11, 2026
Michigan Prepares for High-Stakes Showdown with Oklahoma
The Wolverines will face Oklahoma on September 12 at noon ET, broadcast on Fox, in a game that could define their season under head coach Kyle Whittingham.
May 11, 2026