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LSU will face Clemson in the season opener at Death Valley, with Clemson’s quarterback situation still unsettled and new offensive coordinator Chad Morris adding intrigue.
Jireh Edwards, a top 2026 recruit, underwent surgery after an upper‑body injury in practice, leaving the Crimson Tide to lean on Dre Kirkpatrick Jr., Ivan Taylor and Zavier Mincey for the season opener against East Carolina.
USC sophomore defensive tackle Jahkeem Stewart will miss the first three games after a stress fracture was confirmed, prompting the team to rely on depth players like Floyd Boucard and Jaimeon Winfield while coach Skyler Jones stresses the importance of health for a championship push.
A look at how Stewart’s health and Oregon’s line rotations could influence the early-season showdown that may set the tone for both teams’ playoff hopes.
A Louisiana court’s temporary restraining order clears the way for NFL tight end Dae’Quan Wright and dozens of peers to resume college football, sparking a legal clash with the NCAA.
A recent Denver court ruling opens a fifth year of eligibility for 2022 high school graduates, allowing former Houston kicker Ethan Sanchez to potentially return in 2026 while facing strong competition from transfer Evan Noel and redshirt sophomore Jonathan Dimas.
The University of Michigan announced the hiring of Jax Egan as assistant director of player personnel, joining a wave of new staff aimed at strengthening the program’s talent acquisition efforts.
College football analyst Matt Zenitz warns that North Carolina's talent pool is alarmingly shallow, with only one player projected for the draft and a historic drought in selections
Alabama’s football program announced the addition of Noah Fisher as an assistant tight ends coach for the 2026 season, a move that brings a former standout player back into the fold and signals a strategic refresh of the offense.
Alabama announced the hiring of Noah Fisher, a former player and coach with experience at Louisville, Georgia Southern and several other programs, to lead the development of its tight ends.
Former NFL linebacker Xavier Adibi will join the Colorado coaching staff, bringing experience from Virginia Tech and East Texas A&M as the program seeks to fix its inconsistent linebacker play.
The departure of Brendan Sorsby has reignited debates over the Big 12’s top quarterback for the 2026 season, with Florida transfer DJ Lagway emerging as a focal point for Baylor’s offense.
Recognized by CBSSports as a breakout candidate, Devon Jackson returns for a final season with the Oregon Ducks, aiming to leverage his elite speed and experience to dominate the defense and shape the future of younger teammates.
After missing the previous campaign due to an ACL tear, Heywood is being counted on to anchor a retooled Wisconsin offense that faces a comparatively easy slate.
UCLA announced the appointment of Brandon Rose, a seasoned recruiter from Wisconsin, while the Badgers navigate recent departures in their recruiting department.
Flory Bidunga, a First‑Team All‑Big 12 forward, has withdrawn from the 2026 NBA Draft to play for Louisville in the 2026‑27 season, bolstering a transfer class that is already the nation’s top portal haul.
Ean Rhea, a 6‑foot‑3, 250‑pound edge rusher from Emory & Henry College, has pledged to Illinois, bringing size, speed and All‑American pedigree to a defense eager to replace lost production.
Former Auburn coach Chip Lindsey is now the offensive coordinator for the Missouri Tigers, tasked with improving a passing attack that ranked last in the SEC last season.
After a historic 10‑win season and a Heisman‑finalist quarterback’s move to the NFL, Vanderbilt is navigating a crowded quarterback race heading into the summer.
The Crimson Tide is preparing for the 2026 season, with a quarterback competition between Keelon Russell and Austin Mack shaping early narratives.
Flory Bidunga has signed with the Louisville Cardinals, but must decide by May 27 whether to stay in college or enter the 2026 NBA Draft. His combine performance and size have sparked debate, while the program has positioned Obinna Ekezie Jr. as a contingency plan.
After a injury‑marred previous year, Kyle Cuffe Jr. will finish his college career at St. John's, where his father once starred, joining a select group of father‑son duos and bolstering a roster that also welcomes Donnie Freeman and Avery Brown.
After a promising stint at Central Michigan, Jarusevicius hopes to bring rebounding and post play to Tucson as he finishes his college career.