College Football News

Most NFL Draft picks by school: Georgia surpasses Ohio State, LSU to break modern records for players selected in one draft

Notre Dame, USC and Ohio State have seen far and away the most players taken in the NFL Draft throughout history. Here's a look at who else is close to the trio.

Edward Sutelan

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Georgia 2021 vs. Miami 2001: How legendary college defenses stack up in the NFL Draft

Georgia's 2021 defense compares to the Miami Hurricanes' nasty defense in 2001. A look at the NFL Draft classes for the Hurricanes and Bulldogs.

Bill Bender

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Heisman Trophy odds for 2022: C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young and more early favorites

Bryce Young is the returning Heisman Trophy winner, but C.J. Stroud is the early favorite for 2022.

Bill Bender

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Notre Dame spring game: Time, TV coverage and what to watch with new coach Marcus Freeman

Notre Dame's spring game features a quarterback battle, new skill players and a retooled defense.

Bill Bender

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Ohio State spring game: Time, TV coverage and a first look at Buckeyes' new defense

Ohio State has a new-look defense and some new receivers to keep an eye on Saturday's spring game.

Bill Bender

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Alabama's Nick Saban warns NCAA's NIL-fueled recruiting boom not 'sustainable'

Nick Saban wants players to be able to make money, but he doesn't like what NIL is doing to college football.

Jacob Camenker

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Spencer Rattler's transfer to South Carolina a reality show worth watching

Spencer Rattler's career has taken several turns in the last year, but he's comfortable at South Carolina.

Bill Bender

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College football's 10 hottest quarterback battles heading into 2022

A look at 10 of the hottest quarterback battles in college football. Transfers, playoff contenders and new coaches are all part of the mess.

Bill Bender

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Why Colin Kaepernick is at Michigan's spring game: Former 49ers QB named honorary captain, will throw at halftime

Kaepernick and Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh spent four years together in the NFL with the 49ers.

Edward Sutelan

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Which dream College Football Playoff matchup equals Duke-North Carolina in Final Four?

It's tough to top Duke and North Carolina in the Final Four, but a few hypothetical CFP semifinals would be close. SN takes a closer look.

Bill Bender

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ESPN reportedly traded a Big Ten telecast to Fox so it could sign Joe Buck for 'Monday Night Football'

Fox will reportedly air the Purdue-Penn State game, which is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 1.

Edward Sutelan

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Deion Sanders puts 10 NFL teams on blast for missing Jackson State's Pro Day

Sanders thanked the teams that made it out to watch Jackson State's Pro Day on Monday. And he pointed out exactly which teams were not there.

Edward Sutelan

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When is C.J. Stroud eligible for the NFL Draft? Ohio State QB giving early glimpse of talents at Buckeyes' 2022 Pro Day

Stroud might be working out at Ohio State's pro day, but don't expect to hear his name called in April.

Edward Sutelan

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What the College Football Playoff could learn from March Madness

College basketball has its postseason figured out. If only college football could do the same.

Bill Trocchi

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Why did Jayden Daniels transfer to LSU? Explaining QB's decision to jump from ASU to the SEC

LSU landed a big name out of the transfer portal. What does the future hold for Daniels at LSU?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why Ole Miss' Matt Corral isn't participating in NFL Combine drills

The Ole Miss quarterback will wait until his Pro Day to work out for NFL teams. Here's why.

Jacob Camenker

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Why did Grambling State hire Art Briles? Former Baylor coach resigns after backlash

Grambling State, an HBCU, has hired the disgraced former coach of Baylor. The Sporting News breaks down the decision and what's next for the Tigers.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Former Grambling quarterback, coach Doug Williams slams school's hiring of Art Briles: 'I'm out'

Williams did not mince words when it came to the hiring of Briles as the football's new offensive coordinator.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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How to eliminate College Football Playoff's biggest obstacles to expansion

The issues to college football playoff expansion are solvable. It is a mystery why fans will need to wait four more years for a more lucrative, inclusive and satisfying postseason.

Bill Bender

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College Football Playoff expansion nixed, to stay at four teams: What it means for future hopes

Despite hopes that the CFP would expand, there will be only four teams competing for a national championship in the playoff format through at least 2025.

Edward Sutelan

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Jim Harbaugh, Michigan and a 'good place' hard to find after turbulent offseason

Jim Harbaugh stuck with Michigan, but can he keep the Wolverines in that good place? Charles Woodson weighs in.

Bill Bender

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ACC quarterback outlooks for 2022: Pressure on D.J. Uiagalelei at Clemson

The ACC brings back several top passers in 2022. Will Clemson's D.J. Uiagalelei be challenged by an incoming freshman?

Bill Bender

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Jim Harbaugh contract details: Michigan signs head coach to extension

The agreement came together after Harbaugh showed interest in returning to the NFL.

Joe Rivera

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Why didn't Joe Burrow start at Ohio State? Revisiting his transfer to LSU

Why didn't Joe Burrow start at Ohio State? SN looks at the path that led Burrow to LSU, and the reason why Burrow still claims both schools.

Bill Bender

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Burrow one win away from QB triple crown

Joe Burrow has achieved tremendous success at the collegiate and NFL levels. He's one step away from achieving an unprecedented achievement among quarterbacks.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Big 12 quarterback outlooks for 2022: All eyes on Texas, Oklahoma transfers

Texas brought in Quinn Ewers, and Oklahoma will turn to Dillon Gabriel. Sporting News breaks down the quarterback rooms in the Big 12.

Bill Bender

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Will Bryan Harsin be fired? Auburn head coach defends himself amid rumors of mistreatment, alleged affair

Bryan Harsin denies that he has mistreated his players and staff during his one year at Auburn.

Jacob Camenker

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Pitt coach says Pickett hand size concerns a 'joke'

The former Pitt quarterback raised some eyebrows when he declined to have his hands measured at the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Ala.

Jordan Greer

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Why is Jim Harbaugh returning to Michigan?

Harbaugh reportedly interviewed with the Vikings for nine hours on Feb. 2 but was not offered a contract.

Jake Aferiat

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Texas A&M's Jimbo Fisher responds to Nick Saban, Lane Kiffin after landing top recruiting class: 'The hypocrisy is a joke'

Jimbo Fisher used his National Signing Day press conference to rail against his critics within the SEC and elsewhere. He brought up name, image and likeness (NIL) and the transfer portal.

Jake Aferiat

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Trocchi: Can Caleb Williams lift USC, Pac-12?

With Caleb Williams in tow, Lincoln Riley's revival at USC is off to a fast start. Will he be able to lift not only USC but the Pac-12 and Western football as well?

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Why did Caleb Williams transfer to USC?

Caleb Williams has made his college choice: to follow Lincoln Riley to USC.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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How loud is Arrowhead Stadium?

Burrow asserted SEC stadiums get way louder than those in the NFL. His assertion will be put to the test when he and the Bengals head to Arrowhead Stadium.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: Plenty of QB experience to return to Big Ten

Several QBs are returning to the Big Ten, but there is intrigue at Michigan, Penn State and Nebraska heading into 2022.

Bill Bender

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Matt Rhule among 'several NFL head coaches' who would want Michigan job

It's unclear when, if ever, Harbaugh may leave Ann Arbor, but if he does there will be a line of coaches hoping to succeed him.

Joe Rivera

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Bender: Greatest playoff game ever?

Was the Bills-Chiefs overtime thriller the best playoff game in NFL history? SN compares it to the classics.

Bill Bender

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June Jones-Hawaii reunion stalls after sides rip each other over negotiations

Jones, the coach with the most wins in program history, was interested in a return, but not on the university's terms.

Jake Aferiat

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Polynesian Bowl features nation's No. 1 player Travis Hunter

The final high school all-star game before February's national signing day features some of the top recruits in the nation and may include the flip of a five-star linebacker.

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Tracking players following Deion Sanders to Colorado, including Travis Hunter, Shedeur Sanders

Sanders is, in his own words, bringing his own luggage to Boulder. Here's a list of players who could join the new coach in Boulder.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What does Bennett's return to Georgia mean for Bulldogs?

Bennett on Thursday announced he is returning to Georgia for one last season as a Bulldog. How will that affect the rest of Georgia's quarterback room?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: Resetting the SEC QBs rooms for 2022

The SEC has the returning Heisman Trophy winner in Bryce Young at Alabama, but that is one of the few stable QB situations heading into 2022.

Bill Bender

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Ranking the top 100 players for 2022 NFL Draft

Sporting News presents its third big board for the 2022 NFL Draft, updated with two dynamic pass-rushers at Nos. 1-2 and eight quarterbacks inside the top 100 players.

Vinnie Iyer

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How Burrow, Chase recreated LSU success with Bengals

You can't fully appreciate what Burrow and Chase are doing now until you see how — and where — they got their start together.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why did Chase opt out?

Chase's decision to opt out amid the COVID-19 pandemic was met with shock and, in some cases, criticism. But it clearly hasn't had a negative effect on his rookie season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why Todd Graham stepped down as Hawaii coach

Graham lasted two seasons in Honolulu. He stepped down a week after two Hawaii Senate committees heard damning testimony from former players about the coach and the UH program.

Tom Gatto

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ESPN's Greg McElroy says Kayvon Thibodeaux should take IQ test after Alabama education comments

Thibodeaux said he chose Oregon over Alabama because of the stigma about an education at Alabama.

Edward Sutelan

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Michigan's Jim Harbaugh (sort of, but not really) addresses NFL coaching rumors

Harbaugh has once again become a hot candidate on the coaching market after he led Michigan to a 12-2 overall record and College Football Playoff appearance in 2021.

Jordan Greer

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Bender: Composite Way Too Early Rankings

Sporting News looked across nine publications to find a composite Top 25 for 2022. Alabama and Ohio State will start out on top.

Bill Bender

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Thibodeaux claims 'stigmatism' of Alabama education led him to Oregon

Thibodeaux, one of the top draft prospects available in 2022, said the idea of an Oregon education — especially compared to one from Alabama — led him to the Ducks.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why Alabama's College Football Playoff loss could be good news for the Patriots

If you believe in trends or are even a little superstitious, you might want to pick the Patriots to win the Super Bowl.

Jacob Camenker

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Bender: OSU-ND and Bama-Texas loom large

The 2022 college football season has some fantastic September nonconference matchups. Sporting News breaks those down.

Bill Bender

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Jameson Williams injury update: Alabama WR suffered torn ACL in national title game against Georgia

Williams had just made a 40-yard reception in the second quarter. He turned awkwardly at the end of the play.

Edward Sutelan

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Alabama players enter transfer portal

Several Alabama players entered the transfer portal following the Crimson Tide's loss to Georgia in the College Football Playoff championship game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football updated polls: AP Top 25, Coaches Poll rankings after CFP championship

Georgia topped the latest AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll rankings. How do the rest of the rankings look?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Georgia star Stetson Bennett definitely needs a nap after his 'Good Morning America' interview

Bennett clearly didn't get much sleep after Georgia defeated Alabama in the College Football Playoff national championship game on Monday night.

Jordan Greer

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Scott Van Pelt explains absence from ESPN's CFP national championship postgame: 'Heart got a little out of whack'

During the College Football Playoff national championship game, Scott Van Pelt announced that he experienced a "medical scare."

Dani Mohr

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College football odds: Georgia, Alabama co-favorites to win championship during 2022-23 season

It's more of the same for college football, as SEC powerhouses Alabama and Georgia are expected to compete for next season's national championship.

Jacob Camenker

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Slimmed-down Andrew Luck makes rare public appearance on ESPN broadcast before Alabama-Georgia game

Luck walked away from the NFL before the 2019 season after dealing with several injuries that left him in a cycle of "injury, pain, rehab."

Jordan Greer

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Bender: Alabama dynasty is far from over

Alabama couldn't finish in the fourth quarter in a loss to Georgia in the CFP championship. Count on Nick Saban to use that as motivation for 2022.

Bill Bender

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Nick Saban: Jameson Williams wanted to play through injury, but Alabama medical staff 'smart' not to let him

As much as Nick Saban would have liked to have Jameson Williams in the second half of the College Football Playoff championship game, he didn't want to risk the future of the Alabama receiver.

Jacob Camenker

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Bender: Familiar names at top of 2022 way-too-early Top 25

Alabama and Georgia will be right back on top to start 2022, and Ohio State will be the lead challenger. Here is SN's Way-Too-Early Top 25.

Bill Bender

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Did Bennett fumble vs. Alabama?

The fumble gave Alabama a short field, which the Crimson Tide turned into a go-ahead score with their first touchdown of the game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: Stetson Bennett, Georgia's hero QB

Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett shook off a controversial fumble to lead the Bulldogs to the CFP championship.

Bill Bender

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Williams: Williams injury too much for Bama to overcome

Alabama's star receiver Jameson Williams left at the beginning of the second quarter in the national championship game on Monday night. Bryce Young adjusted accordingly, but couldn't get it done in the red zone.

Madison Williams

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DeCourcy: An emphatic ending to the Dawgs' drought

Georgia put an end to all the 1980 talk with a championship drive and a game-clinching pick-six that sparked a celebration, and some tears from the winning QB.

Mike DeCourcy

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Georgia outmuscles Alabama, ends four-decade title drought

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Alabama vs. Georgia on Monday night. Follow for complete results from the 2022 College Football Playoff championship game.

Jake Aferiat

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Georgia pass rush finally gets to Bryce Young, disrupts Alabama passing attack

The Georgia defense struggled to reach the Crimson Tide's quarterback in the SEC championship game. That wasn't a problem in the rematch in the national title game.

Edward Sutelan

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Bender: Commissioners fail to sort out expansion again

The CFP still can't agree on the number of automatic qualifiers in expansion, and that threatens whether the four-team model will change.

Bill Bender

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DeCourcy: Three keys to an Alabama victory

Alabama must protect Bryce Young again like it did in the SEC championship.

Mike DeCourcy

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Bender: Georgia's three keys to national title

Can Georgia break a seven-game losing streak to the Crimson Tide? Here are three keys to victory.

Bill Bender

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Bender: CFP championship preview

Alabama is an underdog against Georgia for the second time in three games. Will the CFP championship be different this time?

Bill Bender

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What channel is Alabama vs. Georgia on tonight? Time, TV schedule for 2022 college football championship in Canada

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch the College Football Playoff championship between Alabama and Georgia.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What time does the College Football Playoff championship start? TV channel, halftime show for 2022 NCAA title game

Here's everything you need to tune in to the 2022 College Football Playoff championship game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Dolphins owner Stephen Ross reveals he won't pursue Jim Harbaugh as replacement for Brian Flores

It seems that Jim Harbaugh won't be the next coach of the Miami Dolphins.

Jacob Camenker

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Is James Cook related to Dalvin Cook? Meet the

James Cook burst on to the scene in Georgia's rout over Michigan, but he's not the only star running back in his family.

Jake Aferiat

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DeCourcy: Three keys to an Alabama victory

Alabama must protect Bryce Young again like it did in the SEC championship.

Mike DeCourcy

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What channel is Alabama vs. Georgia on tonight? Time, TV schedule for 2022 college football championship

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch the College Football Playoff championship between Alabama and Georgia.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What time does the College Football Playoff championship start? TV channel, halftime show for 2022 NCAA title game

Here's everything you need to tune in to the 2022 College Football Playoff championship game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why is Stetson Bennett called the Mailman? The story behind Georgia QB's nickname

The nickname is over five years old and has to do with when Bennett was touring showcases in high school.

Jake Aferiat

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Where is the College Football Playoff national championship game in 2022?

Here's everything you need to know about the location of the 2022 College Football Playoff championship game between Alabama and Georgia.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Has anyone won the Heisman twice? Alabama's Bryce Young positioned for shot at history in 2022

Bryce Young could attempt to make history upon his return to Alabama next season.

Jake Aferiat

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Bender: Georgia's three keys to national title

Can Georgia break a seven-game losing streak to the Crimson Tide? Here are three keys to victory.

Bill Bender

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Why Anderson picked Alabama over Georgia

Here's why Anderson — a Georgia native and former fan of the team — chose Alabama over the Bulldogs:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: CFP championship preview

Alabama is an underdog against Georgia for the second time in three games. Will the CFP championship be different this time?

Bill Bender

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How Alabama, Georgia built championship-caliber teams

Alabama and Georgia are once again meeting for the right to claim a national championship. A look at their recruiting prowess over the past several seasons shows why.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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BENDER: Alabama stays focused on CFP title

Nick Saban isn't using the underdog card in the rematch with Georgia. For Alabama, it's just the next huge game.

Bill Bender

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DeCourcy: Bigger would be better for CFP

Football need only look at the NCAA Tournament to understand that bigger can be better when it comes to the postseason.

Mike DeCourcy

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Bender: Should Jim Harbaugh bolt for NFL?

Jim Harbaugh rumors are heating back up, and this time the decision to stay at Michigan against leaving for the NFL is closer than ever.

Bill Bender

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Jim Harbaugh rumors: Michigan coach told recruit he's listening to NFL offers, reportedly has interest in Raiders

Despite having just signed an extension with the Wolverines, Harbaugh has been rumored as a potential head coaching candidate for several NFL teams.

Edward Sutelan

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All-American Bowl rosters, commitments

Sporting News has everything you need to know about the 2022 All-American Bowl including how to watch, rosters and schedule of live commitments.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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BENDER: Stetson Bennett ready for title shot

Georgia's Stetson Bennett has stayed true to himself, and that could carry weight in the CFP championship game against Bama.

Bill Bender

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Players blast Graham at senate hearing

Former players testified against the second-year Hawaii coach, accused not only of verbal abuse, but also of destroying the culture previously surrounding the football program.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Aferiat: ProKick Australia has cornered college punting market

Nearly half the punters in college football, including Alabama's John Burnip, grew up 9,000 miles away from the United States and never played American football.

Jake Aferiat

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SN experts see tight title tilt between Alabama, Georgia

Will Alabama beat Georgia again? Or will the Bulldogs break a national championship drought that extends back to 1980? SN picks the CFP title game.

Bill Bender

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SN experts see tight title tilt between Alabama, Georgia

Will Alabama beat Georgia again? Or will the Bulldogs break a national championship drought that extends back to 1980? SN picks the CFP title game.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Would an Alabama NFL team beat a Georgia NFL team?

Who would win a NFL game between former Alabama and Georgia players? SN takes a closer look.

Bill Bender

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DeCourcy: Williams goes full superstar at Alabama after transfer

Wide receiver Jameson Williams saw an opportunity for more opportunities at Alabama than at Ohio State. And he took full advantage.

Mike DeCourcy

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LSU coach Brian Kelly has odd explanation (or joke?) about bad Southern accent

"Listen, I'm from Boston. We don't have strong accents." Uh, what?

Jordan Greer

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Florida's sweet revenge against FSU

Steve Spurrier won his first national title with the Gators after the 1996 season, in which a late loss to Florida State almost cost his team, The Sporting News noted.

Tom Dienhart

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Trocchi: Spurrier talks keys to winning title-game rematch

Steve Spurrier feels like Georgia needs to mix things up in the title game against Alabama, similar to how his Florida team did against Florida State in 1996.

Bill Trocchi

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Will Harbaugh leave Michigan for NFL?

Jim Harbaugh is rumored to be interested in a return to the NFL. Would he leave following his most successful year at Michigan?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Jim Harbaugh contract details

Harbaugh signed an extension that keeps him in Ann Arbor until 2025.

Jake Aferiat

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Why LSU won't have any scholarship quarterbacks for Texas Bowl against Kansas State

The Tigers only have 39 scholarship players for their bowl game, including very few at several key positions.

Jake Aferiat

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Where will Caleb Williams transfer?

Sporting News looks at several transfer options for the Sooners standout.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: Bowl season winners and losers

The SEC heayweights ruled, the Pac-12 struggled and opt-out talk has become a tired exercise. Here are this year's Bowl winners and losers.

Bill Bender

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Bender: History of CFP title game by the numbers

Has the CFP championship game been a success? SN looks at the results compared to the BCS and the Super Bowl.

Bill Bender

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Auburn's Kobe Hudson says he was 'kicked off' team

Hudson was the Tigers' leading receiver in 2021.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why did Caleb Williams put his name in the transfer portal?

Williams was the starter for much of the 2021 season after the freshman replaced former Heisman favorite Spencer Rattler.

Jake Aferiat

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Matt Corral injury update

Corral exited the Sugar Bowl in the first quarter.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Corral injury prompts bowl game opt-out discussion

Corral exited the Sugar Bowl with an ankle injury and was later seen on crutches along the Ole Miss sideline.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Whittingham explains decision not to call timeouts vs. OSU

Whittingham didn't help out his team as he refused to use any of his three timeouts during the Buckeyes' game-winning drive.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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By the numbers: Ohio State's record-setting Rose Bowl

The Buckeyes made lots of history in their come-from-behind win over the Utes.

Jake Aferiat

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Bender: 'Granddaddy of Them All' delivers the goods

Ohio State and Utah played a Rose Bowl for the ages, and there's more than enough meaning in that.

Bill Bender

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Arkansas trolls Penn State's Super Bowl tweet

Arkansas saw the opportunity and took it.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: ND can still build on disappointing Freeman debut

Notre Dame lost another NY6 Bowl, but it's an experience the Irish's new coach will build on.

Bill Bender

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Herbstreit claims players 'don't love football'

“I think this era of player just doesn’t love football," Herbstreit said.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Football world reacts to targeting non-call at end of Michigan-TCU Fiesta Bowl

Was it the right call? Maybe, maybe not. Some observers think the situation caused officials to swallow the whistle.

Kevin Skiver

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Harrison Jr. expected to get time for Ohio State in Rose Bowl

The Buckeye freshman could see an uptick in playing time during the Rose Bowl after Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave opted out of the game.

Edward Sutelan

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What channel is Ohio State vs. Utah on today? Time, TV schedule for 2022 Rose Bowl

Here is a complete guide to watching Ohio State vs. Utah in the 2022 Rose Bowl, including the start time and a full TV schedule for Saturday's bowl games.

Trevor Booth

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What channel is Baylor vs. Ole Miss on today? Time, TV schedule for 2022 Sugar Bowl

Here is a complete guide to watching Baylor vs. Ole Miss in the 2022 Sugar Bowl, including the start time and a full TV schedule for Saturday's bowl games.

Trevor Booth

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Georgia early favorite in CFP title game

The early line on the national championship game favors the Bulldogs to win the SEC championship game rematch.

Edward Sutelan

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CFB schedule for New Year's Eve

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch every bowl game on the traditional New Year's Day date.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Notre Dame vs. Oklahoma St. on today? Time, TV schedule for 2022 Fiesta Bowl

Here is a complete guide to watching Notre Dame vs. Oklahoma State in the 2022 Fiesta Bowl, including the start time and a full TV schedule for Saturday's bowl games.

Trevor Booth

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Horned Frogs stun Michigan, punch ticket to national championship in modern-day classic

The Sporting News tracked live updates and highlights from Michigan vs. TCU in the College Football Playoff semifinals. Below is the action as it unfolded when the Fiesta Bowl took place in Glendale.

David Suggs

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Georgia blows out Michigan in CFP semifinal

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Michigan vs. Georgia in their College Football Playoff semifinal on Friday. Read for complete results from the 2021 Orange Bowl.

Edward Sutelan

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CFP semifinals: Alabama runs all over Cincinnati

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Alabama vs. Cincinnati in their College Football Playoff semifinal. Read on for complete results from the 2021 Cotton Bowl Classic.

Jake Aferiat

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Remembering Saban, Smart's championshipduels

Sporting News looks back at the history of Saban vs. Smart, a series heavy with college football championship implications.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: Michigan's next step is challenging SEC powers

Michigan got a reality check at the Orange Bowl, but now it knows how far it must climb.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Are blowouts really a problem in CFP?

The notion of too many blowouts has become a narrative with the College Football Playoff. SN goes behind the numbers.

Bill Bender

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Bender: UGA gives Bama something to think about

Georgia routed Michigan in the Orange Bowl to set up a rematch with Alabama. Yes, the rematch will be closer.

Bill Bender

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Saban defends Cincinnati's playoff berth

Saban refused to suggest the Bearcats, the first Group of 5 to make the playoff, were not deserving of their playoff berth.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: Saban turns back the clock in UC blowout

Alabama ran over Cincinnati in the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Cotton Bowl in a throwback to the early Nick Saban dynasty.

Bill Bender

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By the numbers: Alabama continues CFP dominance

The Crimson Tide haven't lost in the College Football Playoff semifinals since the first edition of the format.

Edward Sutelan

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Josh Heupel says referees want a rule change after Music City Bowl

Josh Heupel doesn't think there should be a rule change but thought the refs comments were "pretty comical."

Jacob Camenker

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Who is Desmond Ridder? Cincinnati QB's historic career leads to College Football Playoff

Along with several school records, Ridder ranks among the most accomplished FBS quarterbacks of all time.

Edward Sutelan

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Trocchi: Why isn't America rooting for Cincinnati?

American sports fans usually pull for the underdog, but when it comes to the College Football Playoff, Cincinnati feels like an unwelcome Cinderella.

Bill Trocchi

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Cincinnati's Ford wants to be known as a Bearcat

The Alabama transfer wants to make his name known more for his Cincinnati success than his Crimson Tide history.

Edward Sutelan

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Cincinnati CB changes number to honor Kobe Bryant

Cincinnati's Jim Thorpe Award-winning cornerback will be honoring the Lakers' star for whom he was named when he takes the field against Alabama in the Cotton Bowl Classic.

Edward Sutelan

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Jim Harbaugh's salary & net worth: Here's how much money the Michigan coach made in 2021

Take a look at how much the Wolverines' head coach has earned in his career in Ann Arbor, plus other stops along his coaching journey.

Edward Sutelan

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Nick Saban's salary & net worth: Here's how much money the Alabama coach made in 2021

Take a look at how much the Crimson Tide's head coach made during the 2021 season, and how much he's earned throughout his illustrious coaching career.

Edward Sutelan

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What time does Michigan vs. Georgia start?

Here's everything you need to know about Michigan vs. Georgia in the 2021 Orange Bowl, including the start time and TV schedule for the College Football Playoff semifinal.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Alabama vs. Cincinnati on today?

Here's everything you need to know to watch the CFP semifinal game between top-seeded Alabama and No. 4 Cincinnati in the Cotton Bowl:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What time does Alabama vs. Cincinnati start?

Here's everything you need to know about Alabama vs. Cincinnati in the 2021 Cotton Bowl, including the start time and TV schedule for the College Football Playoff semifinal.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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CFB schedule for New Year's Eve

Here is the full schedule for the New Year's Eve bowl games, plus final scores and how to watch every game live.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Michigan vs. Georgia on today?

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch the Orange Bowl matchup between No. 2 Michigan and No. 3 Georgia.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Trocchi: Best may still be to come for Michigan State

Michigan State finished a top-10 season with a win in the Peach Bowl, and there's no reason to think it won't be challenging for a Big Ten championship next year.

Bill Trocchi

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Controversial forward progress call in OT of Music City Bowl helps to deny Tennessee victory

The Vols were kept out of the end zone in overtime by a controversial call.

Jake Aferiat

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South Carolina's Shane Beamer gets mayo bath

Beamer said he will likely never wear those clothes he had on during the bath again.

Edward Sutelan

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What channel is Pitt vs. Michigan State on today?

Here is a complete guide to watching Pitt vs. Michigan State in the 2021 Peach Bowl on Thursday night, including the start time and TV channel.

Trevor Booth

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Bender: Michigan, Georgia should be close

Michigan and Georgia meet in a CFP semifinal with Big Ten-SEC heat. Can the Wolverines get a push up front against the Bulldogs on both sides?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Cincinnati's keys to covering against Bama

Alabama meets Cincinnati in the first College Football Playoff semifinal. Can the Bearcats cover? SN takes a closer look.

Bill Bender

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Why Kenny Pickett, Kenneth Walker aren't playing in the 2021 Peach Bowl

Two of the nation's most dynamic players will be sitting out Thursday's bowl game between Pitt and Michigan State.

Edward Sutelan

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College football schedule: What bowl games are on today? Times, TV channels for Dec. 30

Here is a complete guide to watching college football bowl games on Thursday, Dec. 30, including a full TV schedule and channels.

Jake Aferiat

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Bender: UGA, Michigan sticking with starters at QB

The backup QBs are getting attention leading up to the Orange Bowl, but the starters will dictate the result between Georgia and Michigan.

Bill Bender

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Brock Purdy's bizarre interception, fumble prove costly in Iowa State's Cheez-It Bowl loss to Clemson

Two key turnovers by Iowa State quarterback Brock Purdy helped Clemson secure a 20-13 win.

Jake Aferiat

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2021-22 bowl schedule

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch every single game during the 2021-22 bowl season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football schedule: What bowl games are on today? Times, TV channels for Dec. 29

Here is a complete guide to watching college football bowl games on Wednesday, Dec. 29, including a full TV schedule and channels.

Edward Sutelan

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College football bowl cancellations: Updated list of games canceled by COVID-19 for 2021-22

Tracking all the bowl games that have been canceled due to COVID-19 this season.

Edward Sutelan

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SN experts lean toward All-SEC national title game

Sporting News' expert panel is split on how close Alabama-Cincinnati will be and who will win the SEC-Big Ten battle between Georgia and Michigan.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Opt-outs threaten current bowl set-up

Kenny Pickett and Kenneth Walker III opted out of the Chick-fil-A Bowl Game. Will that have an impact on the future of the bowl experience?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Cincinnati isn't your average underdog

Cincinnati is carrying the flag for the Group of 5 into a CFP semifinal against Alabama. Why that shouldn't be the case for the Bearcats.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Michigan, Georgia should be close

Michigan and Georgia meet in a CFP semifinal with Big Ten-SEC heat. Can the Wolverines get a push up front against the Bulldogs on both sides?

Bill Bender

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College football schedule: What bowl games are on today? Times, TV channels for Dec. 28

Here is a complete guide to watching college football bowl games on Tuesday, Dec. 28, including a full TV schedule and channels.

Edward Sutelan

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Bender: Cincinnati's keys to covering against Bama

Alabama meets Cincinnati in the first College Football Playoff semifinal. Can the Bearcats cover? SN takes a closer look.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Can Utah use winning formula to upset OSU?

Utah will try to grind out a victory in its first Rose Bowl experience. The Buckeyes, however, present too many problems on offense.

Bill Bender

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College football schedule: What bowl games are on today? Times, TV channels for Dec. 24-27

Here is a complete guide to watching college football bowl games over the Christmas holiday weekend, including a full TV schedule and channels for Dec. 24-27.

Jake Aferiat

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Bender: Sugar Bowl shootout for Baylor, Ole Miss?

Baylor and Ole Miss should both have success moving the ball in the Sugar Bowl. Which team has the betting edge?

Bill Bender

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Hawaii backs out of Hawaii bowl vs. Memphis

The Rainbow Warriors were supposed to play Memphis in the 2021 Hawai'i Bowl, but had to withdraw due to COVID concerns. This is the first bowl canceled due to COVID in 2021.

Jake Aferiat

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Bender: Will Freeman win Fiesta Bowl debut with ND?

Notre Dame and Oklahoma State meet in what should be a defensive battle in the PlayStation Fiesta Bowl.

Bill Bender

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Rutgers expected to replace Texas A&M in Gator Bowl

Greg Schiano and the 5-7 Rutgers Scarlet Knights appear to be going bowling after all.

Jacob Camenker

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Bender: Peach Bowl could get wild without Pickett, Walker

The Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl promises to be unpredictable with star players Kenneth Walker III and Kenny Pickett opting out.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Joe Burrow's SN 50 season was easy to root for

Quarterback Joe Burrow made all Ohioans proud when he tore up college football in 2019 at LSU.

Bill Bender

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Trocchi: Report card on the new hires in college football

Schools turned to sitting Power 5 coaches and Power 5 coordinators to fill openings during this carousel.

Bill Trocchi

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Missouri coach says he will sit star Tyler Badie for bowl game to preserve NFL Draft future

College football stars skipping bowl games has become fairly common with NFL Draft futures on the line. But this time, Missouri coach Eli Drinkwitz made the call.

Edward Sutelan

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Tracking QB transfers

The quarterback carousel is in full motion, with several big names already committed to their school of choice and several playmakers still in the portal.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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The 50 greatest seasons in sports history, ranked

The list of the greatest sports seasons of all time could have been hundreds of seasons long, and still worthy seasons would have been left on the cutting room floor. These are the top 50.

Ryan Fagan

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BENDER: Move the Early Signing Period back

The Early Signing Period needs to be moved back, and here are all the reasons why.

Bill Bender

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College football signing day tracker 2022

Keep track of all the major signings and best recruiting classes from college football's early signing period.

Z Al-Khateeb, Ed...

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Michigan's Jim Harbaugh attends Frank Gore vs. Deron Williams fight to support ex-49ers RB

Harbaugh was Gore's coach in San Francisco from 2011 through 2014 before Harbaugh and the 49ers parted ways.

Edward Sutelan

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Who is Bailey Zappe? Meet the QB who's poised to set records

Zappe leads the nation or is near the top in all of the major passing categories. With a bowl game coming up Saturday, the Group of 5 passer can set two NCAA single-season marks.

Jake Aferiat

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Why is ESPN not on YouTube TV?

Google and Disney were unable to reach a deal, resulting in several sports stations no longer being carried on YouTube TV.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football schedule: What bowl games are on today? Times, TV channels for Dec. 17-18

Sporting News has all the information you need to watch the first set of college football bowl games on Friday, Dec. 17, and Saturday, Dec. 18.

Jake Aferiat

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NFL Draft prospects 2022: Malik Willis, Bailey Zappe and 10 more players to watch in first college football bowl games

College football bowl season is officially under way. Here are 12 of the best NFL Draft prospects to watch during Friday and Saturday's bowl games.

Vinnie Iyer

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Bender: Predictions for all 42 bowl games

Sporting News gives predictions for all 42 bowl games, and we offer a pick for the College Football Playoff championship game.

Bill Bender

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Updated list of college football stars skipping bowl games for 2022 NFL Draft

Take a look at the top names in college football that have announced they will not be playing in their teams' bowl games.

Edward Sutelan

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Malik Willis, Matt Corral and more: Who is the best QB in the 2022 NFL Draft rankings?

Here are Sporting News' updated 2022 QB draft rankings as college football's top two quarterbacks look to distinguish themselves in a head-to-head meeting.

Vinnie Iyer

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Bender: Urban Meyer could return, but there's a catch

Would Urban Meyer return to the college game after a one-year flameout in the NFL? It's not an easy question to answer.

Bill Bender

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Fickell's landmark season earns him SN Coach of the Year

After leading Cincinnati to another undefeated regular season and berth in the College Football Playoff, Luke Fickell won Sporting News Coach of the Year award.

Mike DeCourcy

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BENDER: Bryce Young lives in the moment for Bama

Bryce Young showed uncanny poise in his first year with Alabama. The success followed, and that makes him SN's 2021 College Football Player of the Year.

Bill Bender

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Arch Manning update: Where he stands in his college recruitment

With National Signing Day 2021 coming to an end, football fans might be wondering where Arch Manning is going. Well, that answer won't be coming for a while.

Madison Williams

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Bender: Early Signing Day winners and losers

Who won the Early Signing Period? Sporting News takes a closer look at who reeled in big-time classes.

Bill Bender

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Bowl season: Five value picks for pick 'em pools, confidence points pools

The experts from TeamRankings are here to help with your 2021 college bowl picks. Get strategy advice on five underrated value picks, including a potential upset, that will help you rack up confidence points in your college bowl pick 'em pools.

TeamRankings.com

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Bender: Deion Sanders makes pitch for FSU job

Deion Sanders brought the top recruit in the country to Jackson State. Will Florida State bring in Prime Time in the future?

Bill Bender

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Why Travis Hunter, the No. 1 recruit for 2022, left FSU and the FBS for Jackson State

Deion Sanders has made perhaps the biggest splash in the history of college recruiting by landing the top recruit in the nation.

Edward Sutelan

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Michigan St. makes Taye Myre honorary member of class

Tate Myre was a football player at Oxford High School. He was shot and killed on Nov. 30.

Edward Sutelan

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How Alabama, ND, Ohio St. and more revealed 2022 signees

Social media teams pull out all the stops to unveil the latest members of their college football programs.

Edward Sutelan

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Kiffin upset with 'free agency' in college football

The transfer portal has caused many changes to college football, and Lane Kiffin isn't a fan of all of them.

Jacob Camenker

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11 college football recruits from Class of 2022 with famous NFL dads you'll remember

From Cristian Driver to Elijah Warner, these 2022 recruits with famous NFL dads will make you feel old.

Jake Aferiat

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SN 2021 College Football All-America Team

Alabama and Georgia players dominated the 2021 College Football All-American team, starting with quarterback Bryce Young.

Bill Bender

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Trocchi: Texas A&M on brink of historic class

Texas A&M has elbowed its way near the top of the recruiting rankings, and may edge out Georgia and Alabama for No. 1.

Bill Trocchi

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