Six Teams Poised to Break New Ground in the 2026 College Football Playoff
A look at the programs, key players and structural changes that could deliver the first-ever playoff appearances for several college football teams in 2026.
Aug 12, 2026
Person
LJ Martin
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning LJ Martin across Football, Basketball.
Playoff Aspirations Take Shape This Offseason
The offseason buzz centers on the programs positioned to break into the College Football Playoff, highlighting quarterback developments, coaching continuity and schedule advantages that could tip the balance.
Aug 11, 2026
Journee Tonga Joins BYU 2026 Roster as Preferred Walk‑On
BYU added California running back Journee Tonga to its 2026 roster without prior recruiting notice, highlighting his versatility and early‑season potential.
Aug 11, 2026
2026 Preseason All‑America Teams Spotlight SEC Powerhouses
The latest Sporting News preseason All‑America team reveals a conference‑heavy lineup, with Texas and Ole Miss delivering multiple first‑team standouts and a wealth of returning talent poised to shape the upcoming college football season.
Aug 9, 2026
Polish Center Jakub Urbaniak Commits to BYU, Boosting Roster Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
Jakub Urbaniak, a 6‑foot‑9 Polish center, has signed with BYU for the 2026‑27 season, adding size and international pedigree to the Cougars’ lineup. Meanwhile, BYU football standouts LJ Martin, Walker Lyons and Bruce Mitchell earned preseason honors that signal depth across the program.
Aug 7, 2026
Kalani Sitake’s Ambitious Vision for the 2026 BYU Cougars
Kalani Sitake voices dissatisfaction with the Cougars' recent performance despite a 23‑4 record, emphasizing the need for continued growth as the 2026 season approaches.
Aug 4, 2026
Big 12 Dominates Preseason Award Lists
A record number of Big 12 players appear on preseason watch lists, highlighting the league's offensive depth and national relevance ahead of the upcoming college football season.
Aug 3, 2026
Preseason Top 25 College Football Rankings Unveiled
The latest preseason top‑25 poll highlights rising expectations for programs such as Boise State, Tennessee, SMU and Houston, while revealing critical quarterback situations and defensive upgrades that could shape the upcoming season.
Aug 3, 2026
2026 College Football X-Factors: Key Players and Coaches Poised to Influence the Season
The 2026 college football landscape is shaped by emerging talents and transformative hires across major conferences, each poised to impact their teams' title aspirations.
Jul 31, 2026
Bold Predictions for BYU’s 2026 Football Season
The Cougars are projected to dominate both sides of the ball, with standout players poised for accolades and a marquee broadcast appearance.
Jul 30, 2026
Key Player Matchups to Watch in the 2026 College Football Season
The upcoming season features a slate of marquee individual duels that could shape the fate of teams and the playoff picture.
Jul 29, 2026
Big 12 Eyes 30th Anniversary as 2026 Football Season Looms
The Big 12 prepares for its 30th anniversary season in 2026, highlighting historic achievements, fresh leadership and a new playoff structure.
Jul 28, 2026
2026 College Fantasy Football: The RB Class Shaping Draft Strategies
An in‑depth look at the top running backs poised to define fantasy lineups, the importance of four‑RB weekly stacks, and the players leading the conversation.
Jul 28, 2026
BYU readies for 2026 football season with fresh faces and historic goals
With the 2026 campaign opening against Utah Tech in under 40 days, BYU is shaping its roster around a returning head coach, a new offensive coordinator, and a running back poised to rewrite the program's record books.
Jul 28, 2026
BYU Football Fall Camp: Key Storylines and Player Spotlights
As fall camp begins, the Cougars focus on three pivotal storylines that could shape their season, highlighted by the performance of key players and an early test against the UCF Knights.
Jul 27, 2026
Bear and Tiger Bachmeier Debut as ‘Music Bachs’ in a Surprising Concert
At the Harrington Center for the Arts, brothers Bear and Tiger Bachmeier performed their first concert as the musical act Music Bachs, joined by uncle Don and coached by Kalani Sitake, as part of the city’s ‘Concerts in the Park’ series.
Jul 27, 2026
When preseason promise falters: The shifting landscape of college football
Last season’s top preseason contenders stumbled, and this year’s hype cycle faces new eligibility rules, financial strain, and the allure of fresh uniform designs, all while the sport debates a larger playoff expansion.
Jul 27, 2026
Seven Irreplaceable Stars Set to Shape the 2026 College Football Landscape
As the 2026 season looms, seven pivotal players and their teams emerge as critical to title contention, each bringing unique talent and experience.
Jul 26, 2026
2026 Fantasy Football: Players to Watch
An early look at quarterbacks, running backs and receivers who could become fantasy standouts in the 2026 season.
Jul 26, 2026
Seven Irreplaceable Stars Set to Shape the 2026 College Football Landscape
From Notre Dame's quarterback to Texas' defensive standout, these players are the linchpins of their programs as the 2026 season approaches.
Jul 26, 2026
BYU’s Blue‑Chip Surge Ahead of 2026 Big 12 Title Run
With 21 former four‑star recruits set for the 2026 fall camp, BYU is building the depth and talent needed to challenge for the Big 12 championship.
Jul 26, 2026
BYU Eyes 2026 Season with Rising Star Sione Moa
After a breakout freshman year and a serious leg injury, Sione Moa is poised to become a key backup for LJ Martin as the Cougars prepare for the 2026 campaign.
Jul 26, 2026
Klatt Predicts BYU’s First Playoff Run
Joel Klatt explains why BYU’s offense, defense and schedule position them as the second‑most likely team to break into the inaugural 12‑team playoff.
Jul 25, 2026
Bruce Mitchell Eyes College Football Playoff Glory with BYU
Bruce Mitchell, a first‑team All‑Big 12 selection, is focused on helping BYU return to the College Football Playoff while preparing for a 2027 NFL draft prospect role.
Jul 25, 2026