Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Mario Cristobal across Football, Basketball, Baseball.
An analysis of the easiest schedules in the Power Four conferences for 2026, highlighting Miami, Virginia, Kansas State, Texas Tech and NC State, and what their lighter paths could mean for College Football Playoff aspirations.
Coaches from across North Carolina gather for the Triangle Pigskin Preview, discussing the upcoming season, player transfers and the growing concern over tampering in college football.
The Hurricanes' strong running back room, retained coordinators and evolving coach Mario Cristobal set the stage for an explosive offense and a defense that could rival last year's unit.
The Hurricanes have climbed to ninth in the USA Today rankings, captured a historic 2024 season with Cam Ward, reached the 2026 National Championship with Carson Beck, and are now eyeing another title under new quarterback Darian Mensah.
With Notre Dame, Ohio State, Oregon, Miami and Georgia leading the pack, the 2026 College Football Playoff picture is taking shape. Emerging programs, new coaches and favorable schedules could reshape the contender list before the first kickoff.
ESPN's latest coach rankings place Marcus Freeman fourth for the 2026 season, highlighting his 43‑12 record, a championship‑game run and a recruiting class that could finally end Notre Dame's postseason drought.
Indiana’s head coach Curt Cignetti led the Hoosiers to a flawless 16‑0 campaign and a national championship, yet his outspoken style has earned him a spot at No. 8 on RotoWire’s ‘most hated’ list, a ranking that reflects both admiration and envy.
From national champions to program builders, this season’s top 25 coaches reveal a dynamic mix of veteran mastery and fresh ambition.
After 18 seasons, two national titles and a string of conference triumphs, Dabo Swinney confronts a critical rebuilding year for Clemson, where a top‑10 ESPN ranking could hinge on a dramatic turnaround.
ESPN has just unveiled its first Football Power Index projections for the 2026 season, placing Ohio State at the top and igniting debate over Penn State’s high ranking and Miami’s under‑rated position.
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.
ESPN has published its highly anticipated rankings for the 2026 college football coaching landscape, topping the list with Indiana’s Curt Cignetti. The top ten features a mix of established names and rising innovators, with Alabama’s Kalen DeBoer positioned at No. 10, sharing the slot with Miami’s Mario Cristobal.
Coming off a national title game appearance, the Hurricanes return a potent mix of talent on both sides of the ball, aiming to capture the ACC crown and break into the top tier of the country.
Brysen Wright, a five-star wide receiver from Jacksonville, Florida, has emerged as the top prospect in the 2028 class, drawing early leadership from Miami and Texas while other elite programs eye his commitment.
ESPN’s latest rankings spotlight Curt Cignetti’s historic start and the shifting power dynamics in college football.
EA Sports’ upcoming College Football 27 showcases unprecedented speed metrics, with Texas A&M topping the rankings and several athletes achieving the rare 99 score. The data reveals deep talent pools across the nation, while traditional powerhouses hover just outside the top five.
Phil Steele’s 2026 preseason college football rankings place Notre Dame at the summit, with Oregon, Georgia, Ohio State and Texas rounding out the top five. Key returning players and strategic offseason moves set the stage for a season that promises drama from South Bend to Austin.
For much of the past decade, Clemson's dominance in the ACC has been defined by Dabo Swinney's leadership, but the rise of NIL and the transfer portal is reshaping the conference's power structure.
North Carolina, led by Bill Belichick in his second season, faces Miami on October 31, 2026, in a high‑stakes matchup that could shape both teams' campaigns.
A ranking of the ACC’s top coaches heading into the 2026 season spotlights recent triumphs, rebuilding efforts and storylines that will shape the conference’s narrative.
The prospect of borrowing World Cup soccer regulations for college football raises questions about player ejections, game pacing, and the distinct identities of the two sports.
The highly anticipated release of EA Sports College Football 27 will miss several prominent coaches, including Colorado’s Deion Sanders, who cited insufficient compensation for his digital likeness.
EA Sports' College Football 27 will launch without Colorado head coach Deion Sanders, who cites pay concerns, and several other prominent coaches are also missing, prompting fan disappointment and industry speculation.
During a recent Big 12 media session, Colorado coach Deion Sanders explained that his absence from EA Sports' College Football 27 likely stems from an insufficient offer, joining a growing list of power‑conference coaches left out of the revived title.