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Jackson Sparks - RotoBaller

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Jackson Sparks is a Senior Fantasy Analyst, College Football Lead, and Operations Associate at RotoBaller, a multi-award-winning fantasy sports media company. He has covered fantasy football and college football for RotoBaller since 2022 after beginning his fantasy writing career with The Sporting News in 2021. A lifelong football fan, Jackson has followed college football and the NFL since he was five years old and has been playing fantasy football for nearly as long. His expertise spans several formats such as dynasty, superflex, redraft, and NFL Draft analysis, with a particular passion for evaluating college prospects before they reach the professional level. Jackson began his sports writing career as Sports Editor for the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga's student newspaper, where he covered college athletics before transitioning into the fantasy sports industry. Outside of fantasy sports, Jackson spends his weekends watching college football and the NFL, while he spends the offseason catching UFC events. Jackson is also a proud Tennessee Volunteers and Tennessee Titans fan.

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Kevin Jennings "Ahead of Schedule" in his Return from Injury

SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings (finger) has been limited in fall practice with a finger injury, but On3 Brett McMurphy reports that he is "ahead of schedule" in his recovery and will begin throwing again next week. This is great news for the Mustangs, as it will give the third-year starter three weeks ahead of the […]


Desmond Reid Not Expected to Return to College Football

Former Pittsburgh running back Desmond Reid is not expected to return to college football after exploring the option, according to Pete Nakos of On3. While a few players around the country were given an extra season of eligibility following Judge Charlotte Sweeney of the U.S. District Court of Colorado granting a class-wide preliminary injunction that […]


Jayden Daniels' Camp Wants LSU to Return Copy of Heisman Trophy

After it was announced that an attorney representing former LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels sent a cease-and-desist letter to athletics director Verge Ausberry informing the program that it can no longer use the former Heisman Trophy winner's name, image, and likeness, Matt Moscona of LouisianaSportsnet.com reports that his camp wants LSU to return its copy of […]


Eugene Hilton Jr. Slated for Starting Role at Wisconsin

Wisconsin wide receiver Eugene Hilton Jr. has been working with the first-team offense during fall camp, according to Seamus Rohrer of Si.com. The son of former Indianapolis Colts star T.Y. Hilton entered the transfer portal this offseason before deciding to return to the Badgers' program. As a freshman, Hilton caught eight passes for 91 yards […]


Cincinnati Inducting Jason Kelce into School's Hall of Fame

Cincinnati is set to induct former star offensive lineman Jason Kelce into the school's Hall of Fame, according to ESPN's Pete Thamel. The Cleveland Heights, Ohio, native played four seasons under Brian Kelly before one year under Butch Jones. A former walk-on, he started 26 games at left guard in his third and fourth years […]


Jeff Monken Agrees to Five-Year Contract Extension with Army

Army head coach Jeff Monken has agreed to a five-year contract extension through the 2030 season, according to ESPN's Pete Thamel. The 59-year-old has tallied six consecutive .500 or better seasons, an outstanding accomplishment considering Army's recruiting limitations. The Black Knights won the American Conference behind a 12-2 record in its first season in the […]


Zahir Mathis to Miss Entire 2026 Season

Maryland edge rusher/defensive end Zahir Mathis (undisclosed) suffered a season-ending injury in Wednesday's fall camp practice, according to On3's Pete Nakos. The Philadelphia native flashed as a true freshman, recording 35 tackles (22 solo), 8.5 tackles for loss, six sacks, and one pass deflection. Mathis was expected to form a strong pass-rushing duo with five-star […]


Jayden Daniels Feels "Disrespected" by LSU

An attorney representing former LSU star quarterback Jayden Daniels has informed the program that it can no longer use the former Heisman Trophy winner's name, image, and likeness, according to ESPN's Mark Schlabach. This stems from the program allowing sophomore cornerback DJ Pickett to wear No. 5 this preseason, marking the first time someone has […]


Jordon Davison Avoids Serious Injury

Updating from a previous report, Oregon running back Jordon Davison fully practiced on Wednesday and avoided serious injury. Zachary Neel of Ducks Wire initially reported that the sophomore was set to miss extended action, including regular-season time, but that was ultimately a false alarm. Davison, who rushed for 15 touchdowns last season and led Oregon […]


Ahmad Hardy Seen Jogging On Practice Field on Wednesday

Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy (leg) is not yet participating in drills during fall practice, but the All-SEC ball carrier was spotted watching practice and jogging during Wednesday's session, according to SI.com's Killian Wright. The junior tailback continues to work his way back to football shape, but fortunately, he has been fully cleared from the […]


Jordon Davison Suffers Significant Injury, Will Miss Regular-Season Time

Oregon running back Jordon Davison (undisclosed) will miss the remainder of fall camp and some time in the regular season, according to Zachary Neel of Ducks Wire. This is a tough blow for Davison after suffering a broken collarbone in the team's College Football Playoff game against Texas Tech last season. He is expected to […]


Keelon Russell, Austin Mack "Still Even" in Alabama QB Competition

Alabama offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb said the quarterback competition between senior Austin Mack and sophomore Keelon Russell is "still even" when asked if either player has separated themselves so far in fall camp. Mack spent the 2023 season behind Michael Penix Jr. at Washington under head coach Kalen DeBoer before following him to Tuscaloosa, while […]


Mark Bowman Projected to Start for USC as True Freshman

USC true freshman tight end Mark Bowman is listed as a starter on Chris Trevino of On3's mid-fall depth chart projection, meaning he could make a significant impact in Year 1 of Lincoln Riley's passing offense led by quarterback Jayden Maiava. "I feel great about Mark Bowman being a starter on offense," Trevino wrote. "I, […]


Ethan Davis Missing Fifth Consecutive Tennessee Practice

Tennessee tight end Ethan Davis (undisclosed) is once again absent from practice on Wednesday after suffering an injury last week. This marks the fifth straight practice the four-year veteran has missed, according to RockyTopInsider. It's unclear what his situation is, but hopefully, there will be an update soon. Davis is entering the season as Tennessee's […]


Notre Dame's Matty Augustine, Chaz Smith to Undergo Surgery

Notre Dame offensive lineman Matty Augustine (foot) and cornerback Chaz Smith (wrist) suffered injuries during fall practice and will both undergo surgery, according to Notre Dame Football's PR Team. Augustine, who is dealing with a fifth metatarsal injury, has been competing to start at right guard, but he's been working behind Sullivan Absher. Smith, who […]


Ousmane Kromah in Line for RB1 Duties at Florida State?

Florida State running back Ousmane Kromah has been the leader in the position room throughout fall camp, according to Pete Nakos of On3's sources. As a true freshman a season ago, the Georgia native tallied 72 carries for 408 yards and caught nine passes for 147 yards and one touchdown. The Noles brought in one […]


Northwestern Football to Receive $35 Million Donation Over Next Three Years

According to ESPN's Pete Thamel, the family of Liz and Dick Uihlein has committed to a $35 million donation to the Northwestern football program, which will be paid in the next three years. "The donation is intended for holistic football success," Thamel reports. "Including recruiting support and broader program needs." The Wildcats are behind many […]


Michigan Freshmen Travis Johnson, Salesi Moa Competing for WR3 Role

Michigan true freshmen Salesi Moa and Travis Johnson are competing with Texas sophomore transfer Jamie Ffrench for the WR3 role behind Andrew Marsh and JJ Buchanan, according to Anthony Broome of The Wolverine. "Johnson is a taller target at 6'3" with the ability to run past defenders and stretch the field, where Moa is more […]


Savion Hiter to Open Season as Michigan's RB2

Michigan running back Savion Hiter will be the team's No. 2 running back behind Jordan Marshall, "barring anything unforeseen," according to Anthony Broome of The Wolverine. The true freshman was a five-star recruit and the No. 1 overall running back prospect in the 2026 class, per Rivals.com. "What stands out about Savion is he just […]


Derek Carr Joins UCLA Coaching Staff

Former Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders and New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr is joining the UCLA football staff as a special advisor to head coach Bob Chesney, according to On3's Pete Nakos. The 35-year-old will assist the offensive staff with game planning and work with the Bruins' quarterbacks. After throwing for over 40,000 yards and 257 […]


Devin Fitzgerald Flashing for Notre Dame

Notre Dame wide receiver Devin Fitzgerald "has shown a ton of promising signs" since enrolling in school, according to Jack Soble of BlueandGold.com. The son of Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald missed practice to attend his father's enshrinement ceremony but did not miss a beat upon his return to camp. Fitzgerald […]


Kevin Jennings Dealing with Injured Throwing Hand

SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings (hand) will be limited in fall practice for the next week or two due to an injury to his throwing hand, according to head coach Rhett Lashlee. The senior signal-caller has been limited during the first week of action, but this update brings further clarity to his situation. Luckily for the […]


Darian Mensah Flashing "Elite Passing Skills" in Camp

Miami quarterback Darian Mensah, who heads into 2026 at his third school in three years, has been consistent through the early part of training camp, and he already has clear chemistry with wide receivers Malachi Toney, Cooper Barkate, and Daylyn Upshaw, according to Gary Ferman of CanesSport. "Darian Mensah is a pro," Ferman wrote. "Like […]


Running Back AK Dear Taking First-Team Reps for Alabama

Alabama running back AK Dear held a limited role as a freshman last season, rushing 19 times for 140 yards and three touchdowns. He added three catches for 18 yards. Heading into 2026, the team is without Jam Miller, and Dear, Daniel Hill, Kevin Riley, and EJ Crowell are competing for touches. According to Clint […]


Isaac Brown Remains Limited in Monday's Practice

Louisville star running back Isaac Brown (undisclosed) remains a limited participant in Monday's practice, according to Matt McGavic of WHAS11 News. However, he did take part in some team periods on Saturday, which is a notable improvement after he missed the team's first fall practice. Brown missed four games last season due to injury, but […]


Trey'Dez Green to be "Leaned on Early and Often" in LSU's New Offense

LSU tight end Trey'Dez Green is viewed as one of the top players at the position after catching 33 passes for 433 yards and seven touchdowns a season ago in the struggling Tigers' passing attack. With Lane Kiffin and Charlie Weis Jr. now in charge of the offense led by quarterback Sam Leavitt, Green's ceiling […]


Derrek Cooper, Ryan Niblett Shine During First Week of Texas Camp

Texas brought in big-name transfer running backs Hollywood Smothers (NC State) and Raleek Brown (Arizona State) this offseason, but true freshman Derrek Cooper and junior Ryan Niblett have turned heads through the first week of camp, according to Evan Vieth of Inside Texas. Cooper arrives in Austin as a four-star recruit out of Hollywood, Florida, […]


Charlie Becker, Nick Marsh Headline Deep Indiana Wide Receiver Room

Indiana lost its top two wide receivers from last year, Omar Cooper Jr. and Elijah Sarratt, to the 2026 NFL Draft, but the position is still viewed as talented and deep, headlined by Charlie Becker and Nick Marsh. Becker flashed in the WR3 role last season, catching 34 passes for 679 yards and four touchdowns. […]


Tre Richardson Compared to Rondale Moore

Louisville wide receiver Tre Richardson joins the program after spending the first three years of his career at three different schools. In his first year in the FBS at Vanderbilt, he tallied 46 receptions for 806 yards and seven touchdowns. Richardson has game-breaking speed, which has led the coaching staff to compare him to Rondale […]


Ohio State's Devin McCuin Expected to be Day 1 Starter

Ohio State wide receiver Devin McCuin is viewed as the leader in the program to start alongside wideouts Jeremiah Smith and Brandon Inniss, according to Spencer Holbrook of Lettermen Row. McCuin is a UTSA transfer who has tallied 152 receptions for 1,696 yards and 16 touchdowns in 32 career games. Projected backup Kyle Parker hasn't […]


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