Lincoln Riley Believes USC is Ready for Playoff Run

Entering Year 5 with the program, USC head coach Lincoln Riley believes his team is ready to make a run at the College Football Playoff. "We have absolutely taken steps now," Lincoln Riley said, per Adam Rittenberg of ESPN. "Honestly, now it's just time to go do it. It's time. The program's ready for it." […]

Notre Dame-Stanford Rivalry Renewed Through 2028

Notre Dame announced that the rivalry series against Stanford has been extended through 2028, according to On3. The two programs are scheduled to meet this October in South Bend. They will face off on November 27, 2027, at Stanford Stadium and on October 14, 2028, at Notre Dame Stadium. Any time a historical rivalry is […]

Ahmad Hardy Says He's "Back to the Road to Success"

Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy (leg) is back in Columbia and is beginning his rehab process 10 days after suffering a gunshot wound at a concert in Mississippi. The 20-year-old's status for the 2026 campaign is still up in the air, but he took to X on Wednesday with a positive update. "I want to […]

Texas Tech Graduate Judge Recuses Himself from Brendan Sorsby Case

Judge Phillip Hays has recused himself from the Brendan Sorsby vs. NCAA case, according to Texas court reporter Ryan Autullo. Hays, who did not give a reason for the decision, is a Teas Tech alum and Lubbock native, and there were questions regarding his ability to be unbiased. Sorsby sued the NCAA this week and […]

UCLA Tackle Jordan Davis Officially Eligible for 2026 Season

According to On3's Pete Nakos, UCLA offensive tackle Jordan Davis is officially eligible for the 2026 college football season after receiving a waiver from the NCAA. Davis spent the first two years of his collegiate career at South Carolina, but did not see any action. He then played three seasons at South Alabama, appearing in […]

Bret Bielema Supports Significant College Football Playoff Expansion

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema has expressed his support for expanding the College Football Playoff, and he believes it does not need to stop at 24 teams, according to On3. "Personally, I would love to see as many teams included as humanly possible," Bielema said. "It can't go to 64. I'm not talking about that. […]

Ezavier Crowell has Immediate Opportunity at Alabama

Alabama freshman running back Ezavier Crowell enters the program as a former five-star recruit in the Class of 2026, and after the Crimson Tide failed to land an impactful transfer running back, he could make an immediate impact in Ryan Grubb's offense. Last season, the Tide ranked 15th in the SEC in rushing yards per […]

Mark Bowman a Day 1 Impact Player for USC?

USC true freshman tight end Mark Bowman was the No. 29 overall high school recruit (ESPN) in the Class of 2026. after forgoing his senior year of high school, he enrolled with the program this spring, and he could be a Day 1 impact player in Lincoln Riley's offense. USC's top two leading receivers from […]

Bill Belichick Says Relationship with First North Carolina Team "Wasn't Great"

During an appearance on "Pardon My Take," North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick spoke candidly about his first year in Chapel Hill. "It was like they (last year's team) were recruited by somebody else; they came here for somebody else. I was new, they were leaving, you know." Belichick said. "It wasn't a bad relationship, […]

Kemario Taylor a Breakout Candidate at Quarterback

Mississippi State quarterback Kemario Taylor flashed in limited action as a true freshman, completing 43 passes for 629 yards, five touchdowns, and one interception. He was impressive as a runner, tallying 458 yards and eight scores on just 82 attempts. Taylor started just two games in 2025, including against Ole Miss in the Egg Bowl. […]

Trinidad Chambliss the Undisputed Top SEC Quarterback Entering 2026?

Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss came out of nowhere in 2025, beginning the season as the backup to Austin Simmons before quickly taking over the QB1 job for Lane Kiffin. The rising sixth-year senior tallied 3,937 passing yards, 527 rushing yards, 30 total touchdowns, and just three interceptions in 15 games. He led the Rebels […]

Rocco Becht The "Unifier" of Penn State's Roster

Former Iowa State quarterback Rocco Becht followed his head coach, Matt Campbell, from Ames to Happy Valley this offseason. He is slated to be the starting quarterback for Penn State during his final season of eligibility. According to Campbell, Becth has been an important figure in uniting the group of players who came from Iowa […]

Transfer Running Back Arnold Barnes Visiting Iowa State on Monday

Former Tulane running back Arnold Barnes, who remains in the transfer portal, is visiting Iowa State on Monday, according to On3. The rising senior spent the last three seasons in New Orleans, rushing 34 times for 757 yards and six touchdowns in 34 games. The Cyclones have seen massive roster turnover this offseason after the […]

Virginia Tech Lands Commitment from Four-Star QB Peter Bourque

Four-star quarterback in the Class of 2027 Peter Bourque announced his commitment to James Franklin and Virginia Tech on Thursday, according to Rivals on X. The Marion, Massachusetts native is the No. 7 quarterback (No. 82) overall in next year's recruiting cycle. Bourque was previously committed to Michigan before Sherrone Moore was let go, and […]

NFL Veteran Tom Moore Joins Iowa Coaching Staff

Veteran offensive coach Tom Moore, who began his coaching career in 1961 with Iowa, is joining the 2026 Hawkeyes coaching staff as a senior consultant to the head coach, according to Scott Dochterman of The Athletic. The 87-year-old played quarterback at Iowa in the late 1950s before a decorated career as a coach. Moore began […]

Can Cam Cook Dominate in Return to Big 12?

West Virginia running back Cam Cook led all FBS players in rushing yards last season with Jacksonville State. The rising senior accumulated 295 rushes for 1,659 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns. He added 30 receptions for 286 yards in 13 games. He won the Conference USA Player of the Year Award. The Texas native spent […]

ACC, Big 12 Support 24-Team College Football Playoff

According to On3's Brett McMurphy, both the ACC and the Big 12 support a 24-team College Football Playoff. "We like 24, we want 24," Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark told On3. "There are too many teams getting left out, and 24 teams provides the type of access that is warranted." ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips echoed […]

Anthony Colandrea Looking to Elevate Nebraska Back to National Contention

Nebraska starting quarterback Anthony Colandrea, who comes to Lincoln after two seasons at Virginia and one season at UNLV, has high expectations for Matt Rhule's Huskers in 2026. "I want to win a national championship; I want to go to the playoffs," Colandrea told On3. "I have high expectations, and we have high expectations as […]

Kwazi Gilmer Set for Big Impact at Nebraska

Former UCLA wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer transferred to Nebraska this offseason, and starting quarterback Anthony Colandrea has been impressed with him, according to On3. While catching passes from Nico Iamaleava last season, Gilmer led the Bruins in receptions (50), receiving yards (535), and receiving touchdowns (four). He saved his best performance for the end of […]

Transfer Defensive Lineman Devarrick Woods Commits to Clemson

Texas State defensive line transfer Devarrick Woods committed to Clemson on Tuesday, according to On3. The rising senior received a final year of eligibility this offseason after spending time at Hinds Community College and Texas State. In his lone season at the FBS level, the 290-pound Woods tallied 16 tackles (nine solo) and one sack […]

Isaac Brown Has All-American Upside in 2026

University of Louisville running back Isaac Brown decided to return to the Cardinals program after initially considering entering the transfer portal, a big win for Jeff Brohm. Brown is undoubtedly one of the top ball carriers in the country, and his production proves it. On just 101 rushing attempts during last year's injury-plagued sophomore season, […]

Nyck Harbor Heading into Breakout Year?

South Carolina wide receiver Nyck Harbor has become more of a factor in each of his three years with the program, catching more passes for more yards and more touchdowns each season. Last year, he set career highs in receptions (30), receiving yards (618), receiving touchdowns (six), and yards per reception (20.6). Despite standing at […]

Notre Dame, USC in Discussions to Resume Rivalry Series

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish and USC Trojans football programs have squared off 96 times since 1926, with the latest meeting in the 2026 season. This is one of the best rivalries in college football, but as of now, there are no scheduled matchups in the future. According to Ryan Kartje of the Los Angeles […]

Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele Has Eyes on ACC Title

Cal quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele's decision to return to the program following the coaching change from Justin Wilcox to Tosh Lupoi brings significant optimism that the team could be a contender in the ACC title race this season. Last year, as a true freshman, JKS completed over 64.2% of his passes for 3,454 yards, 18 touchdowns, […]

Ahmad Hardy's Gunshot Wound Not Viewed as Career-Threatening

Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy suffered a gunshot wound to his leg on early Sunday morning in Mississippi and underwent surgery. Obviously, it's never good to hear about something like this happening, but according to The Athletic's sources, his wound is not expected to be "career-threatening," and he is already on the road to recovery. […]

Ahmad Hardy in Stable Condition After Suffering Gunshot Wound on Sunday

Missouri standout running back Ahmad Hardy is in stable condition after being a victim of a shooting during a concert in Mississippi on early Sunday morning, according to Missouri Athletics. The 20-year-old underwent surgery and is now on the road to recovery, though specific details of the incident are unknown at this time. Hardy is […]

Ahmad Hardy Sustains Gunshot Wound, in Stable Condition

Star Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy was a victim of a shooting at a concert in Mississippi on early Sunday morning, according to the University. The 20-year-old is in stable condition after undergoing surgery briefly after the incident. "Ahmad is deeply loved by his teammates, coaches, friends, family and fans," the program's statement read. "We […]

Walker Lyons Could be Go-To Target for Bear Bachmeier

BYU tight end Walker Lyons, who transferred from USC ahead of the 2026 season, could emerge as one of quarterback Bear Bachmeier's top options in the passing game following the departure of his top three leading receivers from last season. Parker Kingston, Chase Roberts, and Carsen Ryan combined to catch 166 passes for 2,350 yards […]

Ty Benefield a Potential Game-Changer for LSU Defense

Boise State transfer safety Ty Benefield was one of the top defensive backs available in this offseason's transfer portal, and he was the first defensive player to commit to Lane Kiffin's Tigers. The 6'2" California native has had a standout career in three seasons with the Broncos, tallying 235 tackles (162 solo), 18 tackles for […]

Hayden Lowe Set for Significant Role Following Miami's NFL Departures

Miami defensive end Hayden Lowe was a five-star recruit in the Class of 2025, and according to ESPN's Andrea Adelson, he was making an early impact in practice ahead of his freshman season before suffering an injury that cost him the entire 2025 season. Now, with Rueben Bain Jr. and Akheem Mesidor off campus and […]