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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 last season (Makai Lemon and Jakobi Lane) are off to the NFL, and tight ends Lake McRee and Walker Lyons are also no longer with the program. Rising sophomore Tanook Hines is slated to be the leading receiver in 2026, but Bowman has the opportunity to capture a productive role immediately to kick off his collegiate career. The 235-pound Colorado native is one of the top true freshmen to watch in 2026.
Source: USCTrojans.com
Source: USCTrojans.com
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, but it wasn't a great one. There wasn't the same kind of adhesion that there is to guys that you bring in." But the six-time Super Bowl-winning head coach is optimistic heading into 2026, calling this year's group hard-working and smart. Needless to say, Belichick carries plenty of expectations with him after a storied pro career. After last year's 4-8 campaign, the Tar Heels have one of the toughest schedules in the ACC, including games against Miami, Notre Dame, Duke, Virginia, and Louisville.
Source: On3
Source: On3
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. He threw for 178 yards and rushed for 173 yards and two touchdowns in the defeat, showing a glimpse of his upside heading into his starting career. With a full offseason and preseason as the QB1 in Jeff Lebby's system, he's a prime breakout candidate in the SEC in his true sophomore season. With Mississippi State having the talent disadvantage in most of its SEC contests, the program needs a game-changer at signal-caller, and Taylor could be just that.
Source: Sports Reference CFB
Source: Sports Reference CFB
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 to their best season in modern history. After winning his fight for another year of collegiate eligibility this offseason, he's viewed as the best quarterback in the SEC entering 2026. Chambliss will be without three of his top four receivers from 2025 (Harrison Wallace II, De'Zhaun Stribling, Cayden Lee), but the program added transfer wideouts Johntay Cook (Texas), Darrell Gill Jr. (Syracuse), Horatio Fields (Auburn), Cameron Miller (Kentucky), and Isaiah Spencer (Virginia Tech). With John David Baker calling plays, Chambliss should have another big season of production.
Source: On3
Source: On3
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 State and those who remained at Penn State following James Franklin's departure. "I think he's already done an incredible job of kind of bringing those selfless work ethics here and being a great unifier from, you know, the young men that stayed in this program from Penn State, and kind of unifying all the young men that came on our football team in January, that Rocco has been a great anchor for all of us," Campbell said. In 42 games over the last four seasons. Becht completed over 60% of his passes for 9,274 yards, 64 touchdowns, and 27 interceptions. As a runner, he added 499 yards and 19 scores. He will look to help Penn State be competitive in Year 1 of the Campbell era.
Source: On3
Source: On3
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 departure of former head coach Matt Campbell, and could have as many as 11 new starters on offense. If Barnes lands with Iowa State, he's likely to compete with fellow transfers Cameron Pettaway (Bowling Green) and Salahadin Allah (Oregon State) for touches in Tyler Roehl's offense.
Source: On3
Source: On3
Julian Sayin Looking To Build Off Of Strong Debut Season
Ohio State's Julian Sayin strung together a very impressive 2025 season, resulting in him being invited to the Heisman ceremony as a finalist for the trophy. Sayin completed 77% of his passes for 3,610 yards, 32 touchdowns, and eight interceptions, leading the Buckeyes to a perfect 12-0 record in the regular season. However, Sayin's play regressed in the final two games of the season. He struggled against two of the nation's better defenses in Indiana and Miami, turning the ball over three times and taking 10 sacks. Sayin's decision-making and quick release did not look the same that it had all season long when facing top opponents. He will look to rewrite that narrative this upcoming season, as Ohio State faces a much tougher regular season schedule in 2026 than they did in 2025.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
College GameDay Set for First Three Weeks
ESPN's College GameDay already has its first three destinations locked into the schedule. The show will open the season in Week 1 in Baton Rouge as Clemson travels to LSU in Lane Kiffin's debut as the Tigers' head coach. In Week 2, the show will head to Austin for a huge primetime showdown between Texas and Ohio State. In Week 3, GameDay is very likely to travel to Oxford for the highly-anticipated LSU-Ole Miss game. This game marks the SEC opener for both teams, and will be Kiffin's return to Oxford after leaving the team prior to last season's playoff run. While not yet confirmed by ESPN, Pat McAfee heavily hinted on his show that GameDay would be at the LSU-Ole Miss game on September 19. On3's Pete Nakos also mentioned on X that the show would be headed to Oxford for the night game.
Source: On3
Source: On3
Jeremiah Smith Aiming For Ohio State Receiving Records
Ohio State star wide receiver Jeremiah Smith has been completely dominant since the moment he stepped onto the football field as a true freshman in 2024. Since then, the junior has accumulated 2,558 receiving yards and 27 touchdown receptions through just two seasons. Smith is on pace to break all major school receiving records should he remain healthy this season. He needs 43 receptions to break K.J. Hill's 201 catch record. 341 yards will put him ahead of Emeka Egbuka, who broke the record in 2024. If he can record nine touchdowns, he will usurp Chris Olave's 36 career receiving touchdowns. Smith is gearing up for a historic season in which he hopes to win another national title.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Keshaun Singleton Projects as Auburn's WR1
USF transfer wide receiver Keshaun Singleton followed his coach Alex Golesh to Auburn this offseason. Singleton led the Bulls in receiving in 2025 with 50 receptions for 877 yards and eight touchdowns. With star receivers Cam Coleman, Eric Singleton, and Malcolm Simmons all out the door via transfer portal, Auburn's receiving room is a completely revamped group. According to On3, Singleton has "come in and been all business, shaping up to be the Tigers' No. 1 receiver." It sounds as if the junior is shaping up for another season of leading his team in receiving. Singleton is joined by USF transfers Chas Nimrod and Jeremiah Koger, as well as freshmen DeShawn Spencer and Brian Williams in the receiving room.
Source: On3
Source: On3
Jeremiah Cobb Impresses New Auburn Staff
Auburn running back Jeremiah Cobb is the only returning offensive starter from a season ago. Cobb was sixth in the SEC in rushing, putting up 969 yards and five touchdowns in a bad offensive environment. Incoming head coach Alex Golesh added more talent in the backfield in Bryson Washington (Baylor), Tae Meadows (Troy), and Nykahi Davenport (USF), but it is Cobb who has been getting the buzz from the coaching staff this spring.
Source: On3
Source: On3
Alberto Mendoza Very Likely to Start for Georgia Tech
Georgia Tech head coach Brent Key told Andy Staples of On3 that Alberto Mendoza is the "projected starting quarterback" for Georgia Tech for the upcoming college football season. Mendoza, the brother of Heisman-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza, transferred to Georgia Tech from Indiana this spring after backing up his brother on the national title run. In his career, Mendoza has completed 19-of-25 passes for 292 yards, five touchdowns, and an interception. He will replace the departed Haynes King as the Yellow Jackets' QB1.
Source: On3
Source: On3
Charles Woodson Jr. Commits to Michigan
The son of former Heisman Trophy winner Charles Woodson has committed to Michigan, the same university where Woodson won the prestigious award. Woodson Jr. is a four-star safety recruit out of Lake Nona in Orlando, Florida. He held offers from many power conference programs including Arkansas, Baylor, Florida State, Oregon, Kentucky, Texas A&M, and more. Woodson Jr. is a class of 2027 recruit, and will look to join the Wolverines next season. He is the first defensive back of the 2027 class to commit to Michigan.
Source: 247 Sports
Source: 247 Sports
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 Georgia and Penn State were in the running for him after he reopened his recruitment. This is a big win for Franklin, who is tasked with turning around a Hokies program that has been struggling for most of the post-Frank Beamer era.
Source: Rivals on X
Source: Rivals on X
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 his NFL coaching career as the Pittsburgh Steelers' wide receiver coach in 1977 and has spent time with nine pro organizations. He was Peyton Manning's offensive coordinator from 1998 to 2008 with the Indianapolis Colts and has remained in the game ever since. This is a fun homecoming hire for Moore and Iowa, respectively, and he might bring a new perspective and wrinkle to the run-heavy Iowa offense in 2026.
Source: Scott Dochterman
Source: Scott Dochterman
