College Football News

Iowa rallies past Penn State in battle of unbeatens

Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Penn State vs. Iowa on Saturday. Follow along here for complete results from the Week 6 college football game.

Jake Aferiat

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OU erases 21-point deficit, stuns Texas in final seconds

Follow along as Sporting News provides live updates on the Red River Showdown from the Cotton Bowl in Dallas.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Trocchi: College football's Week 6 truly had it all

Starting with a record comeback in the Red River Shootout, college football's Week 6 never slowed down, and it ended with a stunning upset of No. 1 Alabama.

Bill Trocchi

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Bender: What does Alabama's loss do to CFP picture?

If the field was selected this week, Alabama would be on the outside looking in.

Bill Bender

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Rolovich applies for exemption to avoid vaccine

Rolovich is the only FBS coach to publicly say he won't get vaccinated

Jake Aferiat

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Cam Newton joins shirtless Bruce Pearl in student section ahead of Auburn vs. Georgia game

Their appearance did little to help Auburn against the second-ranked Bulldogs.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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How Williams led Oklahoma comeback over Texas

Sporting News breaks down how Oklahoma completed the largest comeback in Red River Showdown history against Texas:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Ole Miss stops 2-point conversion to beat Arkansas 52-51

Arkansas failed to connect on a two-point conversion that allowed Ole Miss to take a close victory against the Razorbacks.

Dani Mohr

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Bender: Did Caleb Williams alter 2021 season?

Oklahoma was down 28-7 in the Red River Showdown. Then Caleb Williams. How the freshman quarterback changed everything.

Bill Bender

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Where is ‘College GameDay’ this week? Location, schedule, guest picker for Week 6 on ESPN

Sporting News breaks down the "College GameDay" visit to the Cotton Bowl for the Red River Showdown.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Penn State vs. Iowa live score, updates

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Penn State vs. Iowa game on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 6 college football schedule.

Jake Aferiat

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Iowa football wave, explained: How the Hawkeyes' children's hospital tradition started

The tradition is actually one of the newer ones in college football.

Jake Aferiat

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What channel is Alabama vs. Texas A&M on today?

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Alabama vs. Texas A&M game on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 6 college football schedule.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Michigan vs. Nebraska on today? Time, TV schedule for Week 6 Big Ten football game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Michigan vs. Nebraska game on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 6 college football schedule.

Dani Mohr

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What channel is Texas vs. Oklahoma on today?

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Texas vs. Oklahoma game on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 6 college football schedule.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: QB intrigue in Georgia-Auburn

Georgia and Auburn have quarterback questions heading into the Deep South's Oldest Rivalry. Sporting News breaks down the matchup.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Can Penn State pull upset in Iowa City?

Penn State and Iowa meet in Iowa City on Saturday in a top-five Big Ten showdown. Here at the betting trends to know.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Who has edge in Red River Showdown?

Oklahoma and Texas renew their Big 12 rivalry, and Spencer Rattler and Bijan Robinson will make big plays. Who has the betting edge?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Penn State-Iowa highlights Week 6 showdowns

The Week 6 schedule is loaded, and SN's Bill Bender four upsets pegged in matchups involving Top 25 teams.

Bill Bender

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College football top 25 schedule for Week 6

Sporting News looks at all the games involving top 25 teams for Week 6 of the college football season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Week 6 College DFS picks

The Red River Rivalry is one of this week's marquee matchups, but there are plenty more potentially high-scoring showdowns. CFBDynasty's college fantasy football and DFS experts reveal their favorite stud, sleeper, and value picks for Week 6 DraftKings lineups.

Josiah Connor

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Bender: What Meyer's return to college might look like

It's clear Urban Meyer doesn't fit in the NFL, and three big-time college programs could be in the mix this offseason.

Bill Bender

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It's upset alert time for Oklahoma and Iowa this week

The underdogs in the two biggest games of the weekend are in prime position to pull an upset.

Bill Trocchi

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DeCourcy: Sorry, Cincinnati; a perfect record won't be enough

Some in the college football universe think the College Football Playoff committee will finally invite an undefeated Group of 5 team. I'm not one of them.

Mike DeCourcy

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Bender: Bijan Robinson's Heisman spotlight

Bijan Robinson is among the Heisman favorites now, but the Texas running back needs to shine against Oklahoma to stay there.

Bill Bender

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SN's 2021 bowl predictions, from New Year's Six to the CFP

Sporting News makes its bowl projections for the 2021 college football season.

Bill Bender

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Trocchi: Time for Cincinnati fans to grab blue and gold pom-poms

If Cincinnati wants an invitation to the College Football Playoff, it desperately needs Notre Dame to register as a quality win.

Bill Trocchi

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Updated rankings after Week 5

Sporting News has you covered on the latest AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll rankings.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: Will CFP committee give Cincinnati its due?

Cincinnati needs to be treated like a true playoff contender after knocking off No. 9 Notre Dame.

Bill Bender

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Man arrested, charged with murder of Aaron Lowe

A suspect has been arrested and charged with the murder of Utah defensive back Aaron Lowe.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Week 6 CFP picture: Bama, UGA and who else?

The College Football Playoff picture is starting to come into focus heading into Week 6. Sporting News breaks it down.

Bill Bender

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Michael Penix Jr. injury update: Indiana QB out vs. Penn State with shoulder issue

Penix hurt his shoulder against Penn State, knocking him from the game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bearcats troll Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly after win

Brian Kelly previously made Cincinnati football a national contender, and the program made sure to remind him of it after its win at Notre Dame.

Trevor Booth

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Stanford beats Oregon after questionable call

The Ducks committed three penalties on the Cardinal's final drive of regulation, including one on the final play that gave Stanford an untimed down.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Officials award Oklahoma ball after second review

It is unusual to have consecutive reviews after a play, but Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley worked within NCAA rules to get the ball back for his team.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Verdell hurt in second half of Oregon-Stanford clash

The Ducks' top running back went down in the third quarter against the Cardinal.

Tom Gatto

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Ritter, Cincinnati step up when needed to clinch win at ND

The ranked win will make Cincinnati a very difficult team to leave out of College Football Playoff discussions.

Edward Sutelan

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Dax Hill explains Michigan's takeover of 'Jump Around'

No moment was more indicative of Michigan's dominance on Saturday than Camp Randall's "Jump Around" tradition at the start of the fourth quarter.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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No. 1 Alabama rolls to 5-0 with rout of Ole Miss

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from No. 1 Alabama vs. No. 12 Ole Miss. Follow for complete results from the Week 5 SEC matchup.

Dani Mohr

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Inside the numbers of Georgia's dominant two-week run

Georgia became the first SEC team since 2018 to shut out conference opponents in back-to-back games.

Edward Sutelan

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Kiffin says 'Get your popcorn ready' ahead of Bama-Ole Miss game

Lane Kiffin got fans excited with one simple, impactful mic drop.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Graham Mertz injury update: Wisconsin QB questionable to return against Michigan

Mertz was hit hard on a sack by Michigan defensive back Daxton Hill.

Edward Sutelan

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JT Daniels out for Georgia; Stetson Bennett starts vs. Arkansas

Daniels will miss his second start of the season, this time with a lat strain.

Edward Sutelan

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Meet Matt Corrall, Ole Miss' star QB

Lane Kiffin has found yet another talented quarterback to run his offensive system. What you need to know about the talented quarterback from California:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Lane Kiffin coaching timeline: Tracking career path from USC through Alabama to Ole Miss

Sporting News takes a look at Kiffin's winding coaching career, which started on the West Coast in the NFL and has ended up, for now, in Oxford, Miss.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Georgia vs. Arkansas on today? Time, TV schedule for Week 5 SEC football game

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Georgia vs. Arkansas on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels and more.

Jake Aferiat

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What channel is Alabama vs. Ole Miss on today?

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch the top-25, undefeated matchup between No. 1 Alabama and No. 12 Ole Miss.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Notre Dame vs. Cincinnati on today? Time, TV schedule for Week 5 college football game

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Notre Dame vs. Cincinnati on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels and more.

Dani Mohr

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Bender: Irish underdog at home?

Notre Dame is a home underdog against Cincinnati on Saturday. A look at the betting trends and how the Irish can pull the upset.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Upsets take over Week 5; more Top 25 picks vs. spread

The Week 5 schedule is loaded, and SN's Bill Bender four upsets pegged in matchups involving Top 25 teams.

Bill Bender

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Where is 'College GameDay' in Week 5?

Sporting News breaks down the "College GameDay" trip to Athens, Ga., to preview the top-10 matchup between Georgia and Arkansas.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: Arkansas keys to cover against Georgia

Arkansas and Georgia meet in the first top-10 showdown between SEC teams this season. Here are the key betting trends for Saturday's game.

Bill Bender

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Week 5 College DFS picks

Ole Miss and Alabama headline this week's college football schedule, but it's not the only game that should feature a lot of points. CFBDynasty's college fantasy football and DFS experts reveal their favorite stud, value, and sleeper picks for Week 5 DraftKings lineups.

Josiah Connor

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College football top 25 schedule for Week 5

Sporting News breaks down all the games involving top 25 teams in Week 5, including several games between unbeaten opponents.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Dontay Demus Jr. yells 'I'm coming back' after leg injury

Dontay Demus Jr. suffered a gruesome leg injury in the Terrapins' game against No. 5 Iowa on Friday night, but he immediately vowed to return.

Madison Williams

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Virginia wide receiver makes potential catch of the year against Miami

Dontayvion Wicks made a tremendous catch in a victory against Miami.

Dani Mohr

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Iowa, Cincinnati need to be on upset alert in Week 5

Our panel of experts has hit on over 50 percent of its underdog predictions thus far.

Bill Trocchi

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DeCourcy: Fickell has built on foundation left by Kelly at Cincinnati

Brian Kelly took over a football program at a basketball school when he arrived at Cincinnati in 2007. Now Luke Fickell has that same program in the top 10 as he prepares to face Kelly and Notre Dame.

Mike DeCourcy

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Could duel between Corral, Young determine Heisman?

Corral and Young has the makings of a tremendous quarterback duel. Which player has the edge heading into the matchup between Alabama and Ole Miss?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Trocchi: Five biggest surprise teams in September

Several teams picked to finish low in the standings at Media Days this summer are off to hot starts.

Bill Trocchi

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Bender: Luke Fickell, ND's next coach?

Luke Fickell has Cincinnati favored in a top-10 showdown at Notre Dame. Will this foreshadow Fickell's next coaching move?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Lane Kiffin's loaded offense ready for No. 1 Alabama

Can Ole Miss challenge Alabama with a high-flying offense? A look at how Lane Kiffin used lessons from Nick Saban to create an offensive machine.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Will Alabama-Ole Miss go 'over' board?

Alabama and Ole Miss played an electrifying shootout last season. Will history repeat itself? Sporting News takes a closer look.

Bill Bender

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Patterson blames SMU for postgame scuffle

Patterson was unhappy with SMU for its role in a postgame scuffle between the two teams.

Jake Aferiat

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Trocchi: Arch Manning stays grounded amid hype, expectations

Junior quarterback Arch Manning, who will be in Alabama this weekend, is starting a tour of schools that will impact where he commits.

Bill Trocchi

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Did Nick Saban make subtle recruiting pitch to Arch Manning on 'MNF'?

Did Saban send a subtle message to the nation's top recruit on "Monday Night Football"?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why Nick Saban advised Jalen Hurts to transfer to Oklahoma over Maryland, Miami

Hurts had his best statistical season on record at Oklahoma, becoming a Heisman Trophy finalist and leading the Sooners to the College Football Playoff.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Updated rankings after Week 4

Checking out the latest top 25 following yet another wild week of college football:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Rhett Rodriguez injury update: Louisiana-Monroe QB 'moving in the right direction' after suffering partially collapsed lung

Rodriguez and his father are both in their first year at Louisiana-Monroe. Rich Rodriguez is the former West Virginia, Michigan and Arizona coach. Rhett Rodriguez was injured in his team's Sun Belt Conference opener.

Jake Aferiat

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Utah CB Aaron Lowe shot, killed

Lowe was attending a house party following Utah's 24-13 win over Washington State, according to police in Salt Lake City.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Week 5 CFP picture: Georgia is No. 1

The College Football Playoff picture is starting to come into focus heading into October. Sporting News breaks it down.

Bill Bender

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Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin score, results

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin on Saturday afternoon. Check out complete results from the Week 4 college football game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Ohio State's K'Vaughan Pope dismissed from team, to stay on scholarship after quitting mid-game against Akron

The backup linebacker appeared in 33 games for the Buckeyes, mostly on special teams.

Jake Aferiat

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SEC officiating blows yet another call in Auburn win vs. Georgia State

This is the second week in a row SEC officiating has made and upheld a questionable call. This one led directly to an Auburn victory over Georgia State.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Oklahoma fans boo Spencer Rattler after interception vs. West Virginia, ask for backup QB

Sooners fans let Rattler have it after his pick against the Mountaineers.

Jake Aferiat

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Bender's Week 4 Takeaways: Clemson out of CFP; Hog heaven

Week 4 ended with four September surprises in the college football season, starting with Clemson's second loss.

Bill Bender

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Aferiat: Clemson hasn't been in this spot in years

The Tigers are in a situation they haven't experienced in seven years. Their struggles are also an indication of how wide open the 2021 ACC race is.

Jake Aferiat

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KJ Jefferson injury update: Arkansas QB leaves upset bid vs. Texas A&M with leg injury

The dual-threat sophomore was leading the Razorbacks' bid to upset a top-10 Aggies squad.

Jake Aferiat

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Jack Coan injury update: Notre Dame QB likely out for rest of game vs. Wisconsin

Coan left the game midway through the third quarter after getting sacked for the fifth time by Wisconsin's defense.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Derek Stingley Jr. injury update: LSU star could miss 'extended period of time' with foot injury, per report

The top player on Sporting News' 2022 big board could be out for some time with an injury, per a report from The Athletic.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Brian Kelly's path to passing Knute Rockne

Brian Kelly can pass Knute Rockne as Notre Dame's all-time winningest coach on Saturday. A look at Kelly's accomplishments in South Bend.

Bill Bender

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Bender: How the Irish upset Badgers

Notre Dame and Wisconsin meet in what is sure to be a slugfest. The Irish must get the running game going if they want to knock off the Badgers.

Bill Bender

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How to watch Notre Dame football: Full TV schedule for 2021 games on NBC, Peacock

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch every Notre Dame game this year, which includes the option to stream them on Peacock Premium.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin on today? Time, TV schedule for Week 4 college football game

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels and more.

Dani Mohr

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Where is ‘College GameDay’ this week? Location, schedule, guest picker for Week 4 on ESPN

"GameDay" heads to its third neutral-site game of the season to preview Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football schedule today: TV channels, start times for every Week 4 top 25 game

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch every college football game involving a top 25 team in Week 4:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Week 4 College DFS picks

Once again there are some potential shootouts on the college football schedule. CFBDynasty's college fantasy football and DFS experts reveal their favorite stud, value, and sleeper picks for Week 4 DraftKings contests.

Josiah Connor

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One win from Notre Dame record

A victory Saturday at Soldier Field will advance the Irish to 4-0 on the 2021 season, but there is more to it than this. If the Irish win, it will be Brian Kelly’s 106th victory as Notre Dame head coach.

Mike DeCourcy

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Notre Dame a popular upset pick vs. No. 18 Wisconsin

The Irish enter with a better record and higher ranking, but are almost a touchdown underdog to the Badgers.

Bill Trocchi

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Where did Davis Mills go to college? How Texans rookie compares to Stanford QBs drafted by NFL teams

Mills was a stud prospect coming out of high school, but limited tape in college tanked his draft stock.

Joe Rivera

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Ohio State to use C.J. Stroud only in 'emergency' basis: Who will start at QB for Buckeyes vs. Akron?

The Buckeyes' redshirt freshman starter has been dealing with a shoulder injury.

Edward Sutelan

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Bender: Will Clemson break out of funk at NC State?

Clemson has won eight straight meetings in the Textile Bowl. Can NC State capitalize on Clemson's offensive struggles? SN gives a betting preview.

Bill Bender

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Alabama's Nick Saban unleashes rant during press conference: 'Did any of you play sports?'

Such outbursts from Saban aren't unheard of, though there could be several reasons for his latest example.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: Hogs, Razorbacks won't disappoint

Arkansas is looking to break a nine-game losing streak to rival Texas A&M. Sporting News breaks down the betting trends for the Southwest Classic.

Bill Bender

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Lane Kiffin shows Arch Manning some love on Instagram

This makes for an interesting tactic and an intriguing Instagram story.

Joe Rivera

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Celebrity, coach, family man: Mourning the loss of John Meadows

John Meadows worked his way to the top level of the bodybuilding world, then turned that passion into coaching youth football. The story of an inspiring character who saw his life cut short.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Notre Dame upsets Wisconsin; more Top 25 picks vs. spread

The Week 4 schedule features Notre Dame against Wisconsin at Soldier Field and Arkansas vs. Texas A&M at Jerry World. We give all the picks.

Bill Bender

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Boss Hog: Sam Pittman leads unlikely Arkansas revival

Sam Pittman has made the most of his first chance to be a head coach, landing Arkansas in the top 25 before a showdown with No. 7 Texas A&M.

Bill Trocchi

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Bender: National title contenders show flaws in Week 3

The CFP era has been begging for parity, and Week 3 showed even the best teams in college football have flaws.

Bill Bender

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Updated rankings after Week 3

College football saw several close calls among the nation's elite on Saturday. How will that affect the updated top 25 rankings?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Riley nearly challenged Oklahoma interception

The play was spectacular, but ultimately resulted in poor field position for the Sooners.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Penn State forced to punt vs. Auburn on third down due to officiating error, SEC acknowledges

The missed play didn't end up costing Penn State, a cold comfort to coach James Franklin and the Nittany Lions.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Wild Memphis punt return aided by refs

The SEC crew missed one, and possibly two, calls on Calvin Austin III's stealth play.

Tom Gatto

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No. 10 Penn State staves off White Out upset

Sporting News tracked updates and highlights from Auburn vs. Penn State on Saturday night, with complete results from the Week 3 college football "White Out Game."

Jake Aferiat

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Bender: Alabama proves vulnerable, Penn State survives classic

Playoff contenders Alabama, Oklahoma and Clemson earn one-score wins.

Bill Bender

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Biggest plays in Alabama-Florida thriller

Saturday's SEC showdown lived up to the hype. There were several that affected the final outcome.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Clock malfunction in Alabama vs. Florida causes confusion

Alabama's offense was operating blind, in a sense, in its final drive of the game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Kedon Slovis injury update: USC QB leaves Washington State game with upper body injury

Kedon Sloivs left USC's game against Washington State in the first quarter.

Jake Aferiat

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No. 1 Alabama escapes Swamp with victory

Sporting News tracked updates and highlights from the Week 3 SEC game.

Dani Mohr

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Nebraska's Scott Frost reportedly angry at officials after Oklahoma pregame skirmish

Frost was angry at officials who allowed Oklahoma players to cross midfield to jeer at Nebraska players.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Where is ‘College GameDay’ this week? Location, schedule, guest picker for Week 3 on ESPN

Auburn and "College GameDay" both head to Penn State on Saturday. Breaking down the top-25 matchup, just the third meeting between the Tigers and Nittany Lions.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Auburn vs. Penn State on today? Time, TV schedule for Week 3 college football game

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Auburn vs. Penn State on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels and more.

Jake Aferiat

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What channel is Alabama vs. Florida on today? Time, TV schedule for Week 3 SEC football game

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Alabama vs. Florida on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels and more.

Dani Mohr

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The history behind Penn State's White Out game

Beaver Stadium is home to one of the top experiences in college football — Penn State's White Out game, slated to take place this weekend — wherein all roughly 110,000 fans wear white in Beaver Stadium for a bout of "monochromatic mayhem."

Jake Aferiat

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Meet Florida QB Anthony Richardson

Who is Anthony Richardson? The Florida QB has made an impact with big plays for the Gators early in the season.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Can Auburn manage the 'Whiteout?'

Auburn travels to Penn State, and the "Whiteout" will be in full effect. Can the Tigers cover at Beaver Stadium?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Bama can cover in The Swamp

Alabama meets Florida on the road for the first time since 2011. Will Anthony Richardson offer a unique challenge for the Crimson Tide?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Alabama covers at Florida; more Top 25 picks vs. spread

Will Florida cover against Alabama in The Swamp? SN has the Week 3 picks against the spread for every top 25 game.

Bill Bender

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College football schedule today: TV channels, start times for every Week 3 top 25 game

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch every game involving a top 25 team in Week 3.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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James Franklin to USC? Why Penn State coach could have 'mutual interest' in Trojans job

The eighth-year Penn State coach has been linked to the recent USC opening left by Clay Helton. Until the Trojans fill that position, Franklin will continue to be linked to the job.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Louisville stuns UCF with game-winning pick-six

The Cardinals and Knights had a bizarre ending to their Friday night contest.

Trevor Booth

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Miami, Penn State should be on upset alert

Picking upsets hasn't been as difficult as it sounds through two weeks for our expert panel.

Bill Trocchi

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Bo Jackson: An oral history of the legend's exploits

Hear Paul Finebaum, Cole Cubelic, Randy Campbell and more discuss the exploits and impact of the unforgettable Bo Jackson.

Sporting News

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Purdue band can't bring Big Bass Drum into Notre Dame Stadium

But it will be in South Bend, outside Notre Dame Stadium. This would have been the first time since 1979 that the 100-year-old drum was not present at a Boilermakers game.

Madison Williams

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College coach offers beers to anyone who attends home opener

The coach may run up a sky-high bar tab if enough people take him up on the offer.

Dani Mohr

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Week 3 College DFS picks

Last week was a bit of a letdown for those in college fantasy football leagues, but Week 3's schedule some potential shootouts. The experts from CFBDynasty are here to help your DFS lineups with stud, value, and sleeper picks for your Week 3 DraftKings contests.

Josiah Connor

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Lane Kiffin wants Peyton and Eli to call Ole Miss-Tennessee

It would be a return to each of their respective alma maters.

Edward Sutelan

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Bender: Florida's big QB question against Tide

Florida coach Dan Mullen has a QB controversy heading into the matchup against Alabama. Will Anthony Richardson get more snaps?

Bill Bender

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Bender: How Huskers can cover against Sooners

Nebraska travels to Oklahoma in the renewal of a classic college football rivalry. Who has the betting edge? SN takes a closer look.

Bill Bender

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TSN Archives: Huskers Leave the Shucks for Sooners

The 1971 battle between No. 1 Nebraska and No. 2 Oklahoma was a game for the ages. From the pages of The Sporting News, relive the Huskers 35-31 victory.

Jim Weeks

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Bender: Breaking down five tiers of CFP contenders

A total of 16 teams look like playoff contenders through two weeks. Sporting News sorts those teams out heading into Week 3.

Bill Bender

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Bender: USC's best bets to replace Clay Helton

USC fired Clay Helton on Monday. Here is a look at the 10 best candidates to replace him in 2022, ranging from rock stars to wild cards.

Bill Bender

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Why did USC fire Clay Helton?

USC fired Helton two days after a 42-28 loss to Stanford. SN breaks down the program's decision to move on from the sixth-year head coach.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Florida State offensive lineman Brady Scott responds to criticism over marriage proposal after Seminoles' upset loss

The Seminole lineman proposed after his team lost to FCS Jacksonville State, evoking a mix of reactions.

Jake Aferiat

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Haynes King injury update: Texas A&M QB expected out several weeks after lower leg injury

The first-year starter left the game early after a suffering an undisclosed leg injury against Colorado.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Updated rankings after Week 2

Several upsets in the top 25 led to yet more reshuffling, just two weeks into the season. The updated AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll rankings:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why didn't Florida State run prevent defense? Mike Norvell explains final play in Jacksonville State upset

Florida State suffered an unthinkable upset to Jacksonville State on Saturday for the team's first loss to an FCS opponent. Coach Mike Norvell explained the final play that allowed the loss to occur.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Pickett, Panthers knock off Tennessee

Kenny Pickett led Pittsburgh to a rare win over an SEC team on Saturday.

Madison Williams

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Did officials miss targeting call in Oregon's upset over Ohio State?

Did officials get the call of no targeting right?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Who is CJ Verdell? Meet Oregon running back central to Ohio State upset

The senior running back ran wild against Ohio State, part of the reason No. 12 Oregon came away with a massive upset against the No. 3-ranked Buckeyes.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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No.12 Oregon stuns No. 3 Ohio State

No. 12 Oregon upset No.3 Ohio State with a 35-28 statement win

Dani Mohr

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Will Kayvon Thibodeaux play today? Injury update for star defensive end ahead of Oregon-Ohio State

Thibodeaux's injury status ahead of the Ohio State game was the biggest storyline for the Ducks heading into the Week 2 matchup. Will he be able to play?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: Iowa-Iowa State matchup will live up to billing

It's the biggest game in the history of the Iowa-Iowa State football rivalry. Who has the betting edge in the top-10 showdown?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Washington must step up against Michigan

Washington heads to Michigan for a prime-time matchup between the Pac-12 and Big Ten. Will the Huskies shake off their Week 1 loss to Montana?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Iowa covers vs. Iowa State; more Top 25 picks vs. spread

Will Iowa State break a four-game losing streak to Iowa? SN has the Week 2 picks against the spread for every top 25 game.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Can Oregon snap Ohio State's Horseshoe streak?

Ohio State has won 24 straight home games. Can Oregon break that streak, or at least cover the spread?

Bill Bender

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What channel is Ohio State vs. Oregon on today? Time, TV schedule for Week 2 college football game

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Ohio State vs. Oregon on Saturday, including kickoff time and TV channels for the Week 2 matchup.

Dani Mohr

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SEC on Paramount Plus: How to watch Alabama, other 'SEC Game of the Week' games online

Paramount+ replaces CBS All Access as the network's primary streaming service for college football. But what all is included on the site?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is ACC Network? How to watch, live stream 2021 college football games

Here's how to watch college football games on the ACC Network, including TV channels for Verizon FiOS, AT&T, DirecTV, Dish Network, Spectrum and more.

Dani Mohr

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What channel is Notre Dame on today? Why Week 2 football game vs. Toledo is only on Peacock

Here's what you need to know to watch Notre Dame's Week 2 game vs. Toledo, which will only be shown Peacock, a streaming service by NBC.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football schedule today: TV channels, start times for every Week 2 top 25 game

Here's everything to know about the TV schedule to watch every top 25 game during opening weekend of the 2021 college football season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Where is ‘College GameDay’ this week? Location, schedule, guest picker for Week 2 on ESPN

Where is "College GameDay" in Week 2? Sporting News has that and more as the 2021 college football season gets underway.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Week 2 College DFS picks

What can college football do for an encore after a high-scoring opening week? The college fantasy football experts from CFBDynasty are here to help your DFS lineups with stud, sleeper, and value picks for your Week 2 DraftKings contests.

Josiah Connor

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Bender: Do Big 12 adds meet Power 5 profile?

The Big 12 announced the addition of four schools on Friday. Do those adds fit the Power 5 profile the Bis 12 is looking to keep?

Bill Bender

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Underdog Challenge: Iowa a hot upset pick

The Iowa Hawkeyes are road underdogs vs. Iowa State this week.

Bill Trocchi

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Saban fuming, says team has lacked intensity

Alabama coach Nick Saban said his team has played one strong half and has let down since.

Jake Aferiat

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Bender: Best bet for Iowa-Iowa State and other Big 12 action

Iowa State and Texas can make a pair of statements for the Big 12 in pivotal non-conference games in Week 2.

Bill Bender

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Strahan's SMAC Entertainment to produce Bishop Sycamore documentary

SMAC Entertainment announced it had secured access to former Bishop Sycamore coach Roy Johnson for all television and film projects.

Trevor Booth

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Bender: Kentucky upends Missouri and other SEC Best Bets

The SEC has several exciting games on the Week 2 schedule, including the conference opener for Kentucky and Missouri. Who has the edge in the SEC East matchup?

Bill Bender

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Trocchi: Mercer is as big a bully as Alabama

Alabama's Week 2 opponent put up some astronomical numbers in Week 1. The competition, however, wasn't great.

Bill Trocchi

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Iyer: Matt Corral, Ohio State WRs rise; Sam Howell falls on NFL Draft boards

Sporting News takes stock in the biggest and fallers among 2022 NFL Draft prospects after Week 1 of the college football season, from Matt Corral's fireworks to Sam Howell's dud.

Vinnie Iyer

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A one-two SEC punch atop AP top 25 poll

Breaking down the top 25 in both the AP and Coaches polls following the first week of action.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bishop Sycamore's new coach says 'We are not a school'

Bishop Sycamore is coming clean. Their new head coach Tyren Jackson has admitted that the program is not actually a school.

Jacob Camenker

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Trocchi: Grading the Power 5 coaching debuts

Eight Power 5 coaches made debuts last week, and most offered some hope for the future.

Bill Trocchi

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Ranking the top 50 players for 2022 NFL Draft

Sporting News presents its second big board for the 2022 NFL Draft, with seven quarterbacks and seven wide receivers making the top 50, led by Oklahoma's Spencer Rattler and Ohio State's Chris Olave.

Vinnie Iyer

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Ole Miss-Louisville features four targeting ejections

Officials ejected four players before the start of the second half in Monday's game between Ole Miss and Louisville

Dani Mohr

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Minnesota running back Mohamed Ibrahim out for season

P.J. Fleck confirms star running back Mohamed Ibrahim is undergoing season-ending surgery

Dani Mohr

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UCLA trolls LSU's Ed Orgeron over 'Sissy Blue' comment with new Twitter header

UCLA's snarky Twitter maneuver was in response to Ed Orgeron's shot at a fan prior to LSU's upset loss to the Bruins.

Jake Aferiat

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Ronnie Bell injury update: Michigan wide receiver out for season, Jim Harbaugh announces

The Kansas City native led the Wolverines in catches and yards each of the last two seasons

Jake Aferiat

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Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly says 'entire team needs to be executed'

Kelly tried to channel McKay after his team's narrow victory over Florida State but failed miserably in the attempt.

Trevor Booth

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Bender: Notre Dame's streaming experiment worth tracking

Notre Dame's home opener will be streamed, and that's an interesting test for the future of college football.

Bill Bender

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What happened to Lane Kiffin? COVID test forces Ole Miss coach out of Louisville game

Sporting News breaks down everything to know about Kiffin's COVID-19 diagnosis, how he tested positive and how long he will be out.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Ole Miss vs. Louisville on today?

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Ole Miss vs. Louisville on Monday night, including kickoff time and TV channels for the 2021 Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game.

Madison Williams

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Notre Dame vs. Florida State final score, results

Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Notre Dame vs. Florida State on Sunday night. Follow for complete results from college football's 2021 opening weekend.

Trevor Booth

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What happened to McKenzie Milton? Quarterback returns to football after career-threatening knee injury

Recapping McKenzie Milton's incredible road back to the football field after an injury nearly derailed his career permanently.

Jake Aferiat

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Bender: No better feel-good story in '21 than Milton's comeback

The best story of the 2021 season unfolded in Week 1 when McKenzie Milton nearly led a fourth-quarter comeback and an Florida State upset of Notre Dame.

Bill Bender

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Robert Griffin III, Twitter react to McKenzie Milton's return for Florida State

McKenzie Milton played a college football game for the first time in over 1,000 days. His comeback from a catastrophic leg injury drew a lot of attention from athletes and media personalities.

Jacob Camenker

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Florida State's Mike Norvell ices his own kicker in overtime loss to Notre Dame

The second-year coach took a gamble that ultimately cost his team against No. 9 Notre Dame.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Hoosiers misspelled 'Indiana' on jersey for season-opener vs. Iowa

It wasn't a good day for "Indinia."

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Six FCS teams stunned FBS opponents in Week 1; how it happened

The six wins over FBS opponents are the most by FCS schools since 2018.

Edward Sutelan

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Bender:

Florida State meets Notre Dame on Sunday. Will the Seminoles cover on what should be an emotional night in Tallahassee?

Bill Bender

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What channel is Notre Dame vs. Florida State on today? Time, TV schedule to watch 2021 season opener

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Notre Dame vs. Florida State on Sunday night, including kickoff time and TV channels for the 2021 season opener.

Trevor Booth

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Georgia vs. Clemson: Bulldogs shut down Tigers in defensive slugfest

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Georgia vs. Clemson on Saturday night. Follow for complete results from the 2021 Duke's Mayo Classic in Charlotte, N.C.

Trevor Booth

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Alabama begins title defense with big win over Miami

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Alabama vs. Miami in Atlanta. Check out the complete results from the 2021 Chick-fil-A Kickoff game.

Dani Mohr

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Bender: Bryce Young looks Heisman worthy, more Week 1 takeaways

Week 1 did not disappoint. The Alabama machine rolled on, Texas won its opener, UCLA was too much for LSU and Clemson has a dicey road ahead.

Bill Bender

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College football scores: Complete results, highlights from Week 1's top 25 games

Sporting News has you covered on all the biggest highlights and plays from Saturday's top-25 action.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: Georgia's D looks championship worthy

Did Georgia give the other top-five teams something to think about with a 10-3 win against Clemson?

Bill Bender

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Christopher Smith's pick-six of D.J. Uiagalelei opens scoring in Georgia vs. Clemson

The interception was the first turnover of D.J. Uiagalelei's young career

Edward Sutelan

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Top NFL prospects Spencer Rattler, Sam Howell struggle in debuts

Rattler and the Sooners barely escaped an upset from Tulane, while Howell and the Tar Heels fell to Virginia Tech.

Edward Sutelan

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Will Levis banana challenge makes its way to SEC Network, almost to Kentucky coach

The Wildcats' starting quarterback has made headlines for his desire to eat unpeeled bananas, and his own coach and several reporters are joining him.

Trevor Booth

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Miami flaunts turnover chain while being blown out by Alabama, has to put it back after call is overturned

The Hurricanes should have left the turnover chain in the box.

Jordan Greer

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No. 2 Oklahoma survives upset bid from Tulane

Oklahoma got everything it wanted from Tulane and more. Even with the win, he Sooners have to get back to the drawing board if they have real College Football Playoff aspirations.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Kayvon Thibodeaux injury update: Oregon defensive end out for rest of Fresno State game

Thibodeaux was sighted wearing street clothes and wearing a walking boot on the sideline by reporters.

Edward Sutelan

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Fox Sports' Joel Klatt rips targeting rules following ejection

"We've gotta fix this in college football," Klatt said. "It's a disgrace."

Jordan Greer

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Ronnie Bell injury update: Michigan WR carted off field with leg injury

The senior receiver went down with an apparent leg injury vs. Western Michigan and had to be carted off the field.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why is Oklahoma at Tulane in Norman? Sooners opened stadium in wake of Hurricane Ida

Tulane is the designated home team in Saturday's game vs. the Sooners, which takes place in Norman, Okla. Breaking down why the Green Wave had to play in Oklahoma:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Where is ‘College GameDay’ this week? Location, schedule, guest picker for Week 1 on ESPN

Where is "College GameDay" in Week 1? Sporting News has that and more as the 2021 college football season gets underway.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Sophomore superstardom? Bijan Robinson has chance at Texas

Here's what you should know about the star Longhorns running back.

Edward Sutelan

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How many NIL deals does D'Eriq King have?

D'Eriq King has built an empire of NIL deals since July 1. Here are the companies he has signed with.

Trevor Booth

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Meet Bryce Young, Alabama's new QB1

Here's everything you need to know about Bryce Young, Alabama's highest-rated quarterback recruit of the modern recruiting era.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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