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The disputed replay call that added an extra second to the Western Michigan–Michigan contest has reignited concerns about preferential treatment for elite programs and spurred demands for a national officiating system and better clock synchronization.
A disputed clock adjustment in the final seconds of a 13-12 game between Michigan and Western Michigan ignited a conference-wide debate, but both teams have moved past the issue as the Wolverines prepare for Week 2 under new coach Kyle Whittingham.
A look at the judges, coaches, executives and politicians whose decisions will define college football in the coming season.
Ohio State’s head coach Ryan Day argues that allowing NFL players to return to college football undermines competitive integrity and calls for clear roster policies.
The Big Ten is set to adopt a policy that blocks players who have entered the NFL Draft or signed a professional contract from returning to college football, a decision that could reshape recruiting dynamics and raise questions about fairness across conferences.
A proposed eligibility rule could prevent football players from returning to NCAA competition after signing professional contracts, a move spurred by recent court rulings and the case of former Browns tight end Dae’Quan Wright.
Ryan Day’s stance on NFL veterans returning to college football has evolved, while programs such as Ohio State and LSU consider new roster possibilities amid evolving eligibility rules.
Ohio State evaluates its transfer portal strategy for 2026, highlighting key recruits, coach Ryan Day’s stance, and tensions with Big Ten leadership.
The 2026 College Football Playoff retains a 12‑team format but guarantees spots for conference champions and top‑ranked non‑champions, reshaping qualification for teams like Duke and Notre Dame.
With a December deadline to inform ESPN of any 2027 playoff changes, the future of a larger College Football Playoff hangs in the balance, shaped by competing conference ambitions and media negotiations.
The playoff is set to grow from twelve to as many as twenty‑four teams, a change that could finally give the Iowa Hawkeyes a realistic shot at the postseason. Coach Kirk Ferentz and Director of Athletics Beth Goetz argue the expansion benefits all programs, but it also raises questions about the Big Ten Championship and the overall structure of college football.
The Big Ten weighs scrapping its annual football championship game as the College Football Playoff expands to 24 teams, sparking player nostalgia and record viewership.
Indiana University’s coach Curt Cignetti continues to schedule lower‑profile opponents through 2030 while the Big Ten waits for clarity on the upcoming College Football Playoff structure before adjusting its scheduling rules.
Indiana athletes argue the Big Ten title game remains vital amid commissioner Tony Petitti’s plan to replace it with a 24‑team College Football Playoff.
Indiana’s defensive stand against the potential removal of the Big Ten championship game highlights a broader clash between tradition and the lure of expanded playoff access.
Indiana’s football squad opposes a proposal to eliminate the Big Ten championship game, arguing the contest remains vital for team pride and identity.
Over 100 women’s college basketball players have signed union authorization cards, with Oregon State’s filing marking the first formal effort by female athletes to unionize, spurring a broader movement backed by labor advocates and political figures
An investigative look at how financial strategies, corporate deals and media hype have reshaped college football's media landscape, overshadowing the sport itself.
The Big Ten and SEC trade barbs over which conference truly dominates college football, citing recent titles, rankings, and the shifting landscape of the game.
The Big Ten and SEC trade barbs over recent dominance, historic titles and the future of college football.
With a December 1 deadline approaching, the College Football Playoff’s expansion to 24 teams remains unresolved, leaving the future of the format in the hands of the two most powerful conferences.
Both leaders argue that expanding the playoff to 24 teams would benefit all schools and reshape the postseason landscape.
USC head coach Lincoln Riley says a 24‑team College Football Playoff would not dilute the sport’s quality and would honor the game’s heritage while giving more teams a shot at the national stage
Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti outlined the program’s trajectory after a championship‑laden season, highlighting key players, staff support and the upcoming opener against North Texas.