
2026 Fantasy Football: Bounce‑Back Candidates Who Could Turn the Tide
From quarterback controversies to injury comebacks, this season’s most promising rebound candidates are poised to reshape fantasy lineups.
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Pete Carroll across Football, Baseball.

From quarterback controversies to injury comebacks, this season’s most promising rebound candidates are poised to reshape fantasy lineups.

An in-depth look at the players entering their critical third season, examining how past performance, health setbacks and team dynamics could reshape their trajectories.

The latest analysis ranks college football’s elite programs using eleven categories, highlighting the top tier of Alabama, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Oklahoma and USC, while the second tier includes Michigan, Texas and Nebraska.

Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, a potential first‑round draft pick, has been granted a temporary injunction to play this season despite a permanent NCAA ban for betting on his former team, igniting a legal fight with the conference.

Khaled Holmes, a USC alumnus who earned All‑Pac‑12 honors and a Rimington Trophy nomination, is now an assistant coach at Mater Dei High School while the Trojans gear up for their 2026 season opener.

With billions spent on coaching contracts and buyouts, college football’s powerhouses are betting on championship dreams — but the stakes are rising for Lane Kiffin at LSU, Mike Norvell at Florida State, Lincoln Riley at USC, and a wave of mid‑season dismissals that reshaped the landscape.

Alex Holmes helped USC capture back‑to‑back titles before a brief NFL stint with the Miami Dolphins, while his brother Khaled added another layer to the family’s Trojan legacy.

With the 2026 kickoff against San Jose State just weeks away, the Trojans countdown series highlights Shaun Cody, a standout defensive lineman whose career spanned national titles, an NFL legacy, and now a prominent place in USC’s broadcast coverage.
Veteran quarterback Russell Wilson announced his retirement on social media, reflecting on his legacy with the Seattle Seahawks and his upcoming role as an NFL analyst for CBS Sports.

In a moving video titled 'Thank You, Football', Russell Wilson announced his retirement, tracing his path from Richmond, Virginia, through a Super Bowl victory with the Seattle Seahawks to a record‑setting career, while thanking his wife Ciara and coach Pete Carroll.

In a heartfelt social‑media clip, Russell Wilson reflects on a 14‑year NFL career, thanks those who shaped him, and announces his move to CBS Sports, leaving the door open for a potential comeback.

In a heartfelt video posted on his social platforms, Russell Wilson announces his transition from playing in the NFL to joining CBS as an analyst, expressing gratitude to key figures and outlining his future on the network’s pre‑game show.

From historic championships to a drought since Pete Carroll's exit, the USC Trojans are pinning their hopes on Lincoln Riley's revamped roster. Analyst Josh Pate questions whether the team can translate optimism into playoff contention.

Lane Kiffin announced the hiring of Ed Orgeron as a special assistant to defense and recruiting, citing the coach's deep ties to Louisiana and a shared history of success.

Lane Kiffin announced the hiring of Ed Orgeron as a special assistant to defense and recruiting, bringing championship experience and deep Louisiana ties back to the program.
Ole Miss ace Cade Townsend credits living with his coach and reading 'The Inner Game of Tennis' for his rise as a top MLB prospect and his quest for a championship.

With 97 days until the 2026 USC football season kicks off, the program reflects on the players who once wore that number, including Alex Morrow and his brief but impactful career.

LSU's football program announces the return of Ed Orgeron, who will serve as a special assistant for defense and recruiting under head coach Lane Kiffin, bringing his defensive expertise and recruiting network back to the Tigers.

Former LSU head coach Ed Orgeron rejoins the program as a special assistant to recruiting and defense, rekindling a partnership with Lane Kiffin that dates back to their days under Pete Carroll at Southern Cal.

After years of separate paths, Lane Kiffin and Ed Orgeron are joining forces again at LSU, where Orgeron will serve as a special assistant on Kiffin's staff. Their reunion marks a notable chapter in college football history.

LSU announced the hiring of Ed Orgeron as a special assistant to defense and recruiting, a move that brings the 2019 champion back to the program he once led.

Ed Orgeron is back at Louisiana State University in a special assistant role focused on defense and recruiting, rekindling a partnership with head coach Lane Kiffin that dates back to their USC days.

Under head coach Lincoln Riley, USC is leveraging top‑ranked recruiting classes and returning starters to aim for a playoff berth and a resurgence of West Coast football supremacy.
From Tennessee to USC, Alabama to Ole Miss, Lane Kiffin’s career has been defined by his ability to morph with his surroundings — a trait that recently sparked debate over segregation concerns and led to a public apology.