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SEC live streams: How to watch 2021 college football games online without cable

Sporting News breaks down how cord-cutters can watch SEC football games online without the need for cable.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Big 12 live streams: How to watch 2021 college football games online without cable

Want to know how to watch Big 12 football games for the 2021 season? Check out broadcasting information for every week here.

Trevor Booth

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Bender: Miami will put No. 1 Alabama to an early test

Alabama is perfect in neutral-site openers with Nick Saban. So, does Miami still have a chance in the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game? SN takes a closer look.

Bill Bender

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How to watch Penn State-Wisconsin Big Ten showdown

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Penn State vs. Wisconsin on Saturday, including kickoff time and TV channels for the 2021 Big Ten football game.

Jake Aferiat

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Bender: We could be in for a shootout with Georgia-Clemson

Clemson and Georgia meet in a huge top-five showdown that will set the early tone in the College Football Playoff race. Which contender has the betting edge?

Bill Bender

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College football forfeit rules, by conference: Explaining each Power 5 league's COVID-19 guidelines

Sporting News breaks down each Power 5 conference's rules in the case a team can't play a game due to COVID-19.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is LSU vs. UCLA on today? Time, TV schedule to watch 2021 season opener

LSU head coach Ed Orgeron said his team's season opener against UCLA will be "probably the most important starting game that I've had since I was a head coach."

Trevor Booth

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What channel is Georgia vs. Clemson on today? Time, TV schedule to watch 2021 season opener

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Georgia vs. Clemson on Saturday, including kickoff time and TV channels for the 2021 season opener.

Jake Aferiat

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What channel is Alabama vs. Miami on today? Time, TV schedule to watch 2021 season opener

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Alabama vs. Miami on Saturday, including kickoff time and TV channels for the 2021 season opener.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football schedule today: TV channels, start times for every Week 1 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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Virginia Tech seals stunning win over UNC with help of questionable interception call

An official review of the interception determined the call on the field would stand.

Edward Sutelan

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Duke shows early-season struggles on back-to-back plays in loss to Charlotte

Duke football fans weren't happy to see this sequence of plays.

Edward Sutelan

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Virginia Tech pulls off top-10 upset in season opener

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from North Carolina vs. Virginia Tech. Follow for complete results from the 2021 ACC football game.

Jake Aferiat

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Week 1 College DFS picks

College football -- and college football fantasy -- is officially back, and the experts from CFBDynasty are here to help your DFS lineups with stud, sleeper, and value picks for your Week 1 DraftKings contests.

Josiah Connor

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What channel is UNC vs. Virginia Tech on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 ACC football game

Here’s everything you need to know to watch UNC vs. Virginia Tech on Friday night, including kickoff time and TV channels for the 2021 ACC football game.

Dani Mohr

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Ohio State survives Minnesota in season opener

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Ohio State vs. Minnesota on Thursday night. Follow for complete results from the 2021 Big Ten football game.

Jake Aferiat

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Bender: LSU in position to stretch its Pac-12 dominance

LSU is making a West Coast trip as a one-score favorite against UCLA. Will the Tigers cover the spread?

Bill Bender

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Boise State QB Hank Bachmeier attends Zoom class during lightning delay against UCF

Hank Bachmeier made the most of a lightning delay before Boise State's game against UCF.

Jacob Camenker

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Penn State a popular upset pick in Week 1

Looking for an upset pick? The Sporting News staff makes its predictions in the Underdog Challenge.

Bill Trocchi

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Iyer: Why Malik Willis will be the Trey Lance of the 2022 NFL Draft

The Flames' star quarterback will excite teams with his arm and speed the way the 49ers became enamored with Lance ahead of the 2021 draft.

Vinnie Iyer

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Twitter livid at Big Ten officials who appeared to miss targeting call in Ohio State vs. Minnesota

It appeared Big Ten officials were reviewing whether an Ohio State defender committed targeting on a tackle. Instead, they gave the ball to the Buckeyes.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Mohamed Ibrahim injury update: Minnesota running back injures leg, leaves game vs. Ohio State

Ibrahim suffered what looked like a serious injury in the third quarter of the Golden Gophers' season opener vs. the Buckeyes.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: Three questions after Ohio State survives test

Ohio State won its Big Ten opener, but only after a first-half scare from Minnesota.

Bill Bender

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What happened to Haskell Garrett? Lineman starring for Ohio State after being shot in face

Garrett was shot in August 2020 but recovered well enough to turn in an All-America campaign for the Buckeyes. He continued to make an impact in the first game of 2021.

Edward Sutelan

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Minnesota gets go-ahead touchdown vs. Ohio State after questionable roughing the passer call on Buckeyes

Did officials get the call right on the field?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Big 12 expansion rumors: Conference focusing on BYU, Houston, Cincinnati, UCF, per report

The Big 12 has reportedly zeroed in on four schools it would like to replace Texas and Oklahoma.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Tim Tebow announced new guest host of 'First Take'

Tim Tebow will debate Stephen A. Smith on "First Take" every Friday concerning college football matchups. Michael Irvin will guest host on Mondays regarding NFL news.

Madison Williams

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Getting to know CJ Stroud, the new QB1 at Ohio State

Stroud was named Ohio State's starting quarterback, answering the question as to who would replace Fields under center.

Edward Sutelan

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What channel is Ohio State vs. Minnesota on today? Time, TV schedule to watch 2021 Big Ten football game

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Ohio State vs. Minnesota on Thursday night, including kickoff time and TV channels for the 2021 Big Ten football game.

Edward Sutelan

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Breaking down the schedules in the Big 12

Breaking down the schedules in the Big 12 by difficulty.

Edward Sutelan

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Big 12 betting guide: Week 1

Texas and Oklahoma are in the spotlight in Week 1. Will the Longhorns win their opener under Steve Sarkisian?

Bill Bender

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Bender: SEC best bets for Week 1

Alabama-Miami and Clemson-Georgia are among the blockbuster SEC matchups in Week 1, and there are some other games worth betting on.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Ohio State will be too much for Gophers

Ohio State and Minnesota collide in the Big Ten opener on Thursday. Will C.J. Stroud have an impressive debut?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Clemson covers, and more Week 1 picks vs. the spread

Week 1 features five matchups between top 25 teams. Sporting News picks each game by the spread.

Bill Bender

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Washington State coach Nick Rolovich sued by former player

The Cougars' head coach is at the center of another controversy, one that had its origin a year ago.

Trevor Booth

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Breaking down toughest SEC schedules

Sporting News breaks down the toughest schedules among SEC teams for the 2021 college football season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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DeCourcy: No end in sight to Ohio State's bullying of Big Ten

Ohio State has established a level of dominance in the Big Ten that is unprecedented, and there is no end in sight.

Mike DeCourcy

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Who is Zeb Nolan? Meet South Carolina grad assistant-turned-QB1

Zeb Nolan was hired by South Carolina as a graduate assistant in May, added to the team's roster in August and is now the team's starting quarterback.

Trevor Booth

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Bender: Miami gets an early shot on the big stage

Miami and Alabama haven't played since the 1993 Sugar Bowl. Can the Canes flip the script as heavy underdogs this time?

Bill Bender

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Is Bishop Sycamore a legit high school football program? IMG Academy's ESPN opponent explained

Sunday's televised high school game was a blowout between one of the best high school football teams in the nation, and a school listed only as an online charter high school.

Edward Sutelan

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Bender: After watching same movie, what does NU do now?

Bret Bielema won his Big Ten opener at Nebraska's expense. Does that spell the end for Scott Frost?

Bill Bender

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Where is ‘College GameDay’ this week? Location, schedule, guest picker for Week 0 on ESPN

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch the opening episode of "College GameDay" for the 2021 season:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football schedule today: TV coverage, channels, scores for Week 0 FBS games

Here is the full schedule of FBS games for Week 0 of the college football season, including start times and TV channels for the first games of the year.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: There's an easy No. 1 target for Big 12 if it expands

The Big 12, left out by the Power 5, is considering expansion again. Two schools would be ideal to start.

Bill Bender

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Heat check: Which college football coaches are on the hot seat

Some coaches have to win in order to keep their jobs. For others, even that might not be enough.

Trevor Booth

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When is the first college football game in 2021? Full Week 0 schedule for FBS teams

Sporting News breaks down the full Week 0 college football schedule, including how to watch each game:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: Pressure on Scott Frost, Nebraska mounts

How much does Nebraska need to win the Big Ten West opener against Illinois? The pressure is on for Scott Frost.

Bill Bender

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College Fantasy Sleepers 2021

It's overwhelming to think about the number of potential fantasy sleepers for the 2021 college football season. CFBDynasty helps by offering up some of its favorite potential breakouts at QB, RB, and WR.

CFBDynasty.com

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Top 200 College Fantasy Rankings

You can't dominate your 2021 college fantasy draft without a strong set of overall rankings. CFBDynasty provides a Top 200 big board to get you started. From the top picks to the mid-round sleepers, get your college fantasy football cheat sheet ready!

CFBDynasty.com

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College Fantasy Football QB Rankings 2021

Quarterback is the most vital position in college fantasy football. From Heisman Trophy candidates to later-round sleepers, CollegeFootballDynasty.com can help you out with its 2021 QB rankings.

CFBDynasty

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College Fantasy Football RB Rankings 2021

Even as offenses move to more high-powered passing attacks, running back remains a key position in college fantasy football. From Power-5 studs to small-school sleepers, CFBDynasty.com's 2021 RB rankings can help you throughout your draft.

CFBDynasty

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College Fantasy Football WR Rankings 2021

CFBDynasty.com gives us a sneak peak of their 2021 college fantasy football WR rankings. Whether it's wide receivers from the Power 5 or Group of 5, there are plenty of studs and sleepers at this exciting position.

CFBDynasty

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College Fantasy Football TE Rankings 2021

Like every position, tight end consists of notable top players, but be sure to keep an eye out for potential sleepers. CFBDynasty's 2021 TE rankings highlight the top 25 options for the upcoming college fantasy football season.

CFBDynasty

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College Fantasy Football D/ST Rankings 2021

Defense can be hard to project in college fantasy football. Fortunately, CFBDynasty.com's 2021 D/ST rankings are here to help.

CFBDynasty

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College Fantasy Football Kicker Rankings 2021

While kickers can be unexciting college fantasy football assets, top guys and even sleepers can be the difference between winning and losing any given week. CFBDynasty's 2021 kicker rankings give insight on who to target during your drafts.

CFBDynasty

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Rutgers player enters transfer portal after declining vaccine

Peyton Powell, a sophomore defensive back on the Rutgers football team, said he entered the transfer portal due to the school's mandatory vaccine policy.

Trevor Booth

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Notre Dame defends leprechaun mascot after recent survey

The university reportedly did not agree to the sentiment that its mascot is among the most offensive in college football.

Trevor Booth

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Bender: Look for a Week 0 thriller in the Big Ten

Sporting News prepares for Week 0 with our picks against the spread. Who wins the Nebraska-Illinois Big Ten opener?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Will new alliance slow CFP expansion?

The newly-formed alliance between the ACC, Big Ten and Pac-12 is a counter-measure to the SEC. Playoff expansion, however, must come first.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Brown's turnaround at UNC starts with the coach's smile

North Carolina is building a program for the long haul with 70-year old Mack Brown and future first-round quarterback Sam Howell.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Can Penn State be elite on offense?

Penn State has shuffled through offensive coordinators the last three seasons. Is Mike Yurcich the right fit in 2021?

Bill Bender

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DeCourcy: Power is at alliance's core

The word “alliance” does not have the most esteemed history in the college sports world, so perhaps by the time the Big Ten, Pac-12 and ACC make formal their arrangement, they’ll assign it a more stately name.

Mike DeCourcy

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Bender: Over/under bets on win totals for preseason top 10 teams

Alabama, Clemson, Ohio State and Oklahoma will have to go 12-0 to hit their 'overs'. Can they do it?

Bill Bender

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Washington State coach Nick Rolovich faces decision on getting COVID-19 vaccine

Under a mandate by Gov. Jay Inslee, Rolovich will have to get the COVID-19 vaccine unless he has "legitimate medical reasons" or "sincerely held religious beliefs" that prevent him from doing so.

Jacob Camenker

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Why are Scott Frost, Nebraska football under NCAA investigation?

Reports say Nebraska is under investigation for improper use of analysts during games and practices.

Edward Sutelan

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Bender: FBS coaches weigh in on CFB's 'legitimate problem'

How pronounced is the lack of playoff parity? FBS coaches weighed in on Sporting News' coaches survey for 2021.

Bill Bender

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Sporting News 2021 Coaches Survey: Transfer portal, expansion, NIL and more

Sporting News polled FBS coaches on all the hot-button topics in college football. Here are their anonymous answers.

Bill Bender

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Alabama a strong No. 1 in both polls; OU No. 2 in AP

How do the AP Poll and Coaches Poll compare for the 2021 season? Sporting News takes a closer look at the composite rankings.

Bill Bender

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Do polls matter?

It's not about where you start. It's where you finish. A look at the AP Preseason No. 1 and the actual national champions over the past 20 years.

Bill Bender

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Alabama opens at No. 1 in AP poll for sixth time under Saban

Alabama opened the season at No. 1 in the AP Preseason Top 25. Here is a look at the Top 25.

Bill Bender

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Debating Heisman threats, best September game (beyond UGA-Clemson) and more

College football is fast approaching. It is time to make some fearless predictions on the winningest first-year coach, the best transfer QB and more.

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Rivalries that should be renewed under an ACC/Big Ten/Pac-12 alliance

The conferences are reportedly discussing ways to work more closely together. One of the main focus areas is football scheduling. Here's a request: Bring these rivalries back to life.

Tom Gatto

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Bender: Filling shoes of departed first-rounders at Clemson, BYU and more

Zach Wilson, Kyle Pitts and Travis Etienne are among the first-round picks making their NFL preseason debuts. Who will fill their shoes in college in 2021?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Meet Purdue's David Bell, the Big Ten's most underrated receiver

Rondale Moore is in the NFL, but Purdue's next-big thing at receiver will be among the Big Ten's best this season.

Bill Bender

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Clemson's DJ Uiagalelei lands spot in Dr Pepper's Fansville campaign

The Tigers quarterback has started only two games in his collegiate career, but he's already lined up with one of the largest NIL deals in college football.

Edward Sutelan

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Bender: The latest on 10 QB battles with camps underway

Which big-time quarterback battles will attract the most attention? Sporting News takes a closer look.

Bill Bender

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Alabama tops preseason Coaches Poll

The 2021 Preseason Coaches Poll is out, and a familiar top five is there. Who will challenge defending national champion Alabama?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Who are the new QBs at Clemson, Alabama, Ohio St.?

For the first time in the CFP era, Alabama, OSU and Clemson have new QBs in the same season. SN lets you know what to expect in 2021.

Bill Bender

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Trocchi: Bobby Bowden laps the field in one coaching metric

Florida State's Bobby Bowden, who died Sunday, has every college coach beat when it comes to consecutive top-five finishes.

Bill Trocchi

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Hall of Fame Florida State football coach Bobby Bowden dies at 91

Florida State announced the passing of Bobby Bowden on Sunday morning.

Jordan Heck

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Clemson's Ross cleared to play

Ross was expected to be the Tigers' leading receiver in 2020, but missed the entire season after doctors discovered a spinal issue.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: Who is Alabama's biggest challenger in 2021?

SN gives its SN predictions for 2021. Alabama is our pick in the SEC West. Can Georgia reclaim the SEC East?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Time for Pac-12 powers to step up

USC, Washington and Oregon are all on the spot to get the Pac-12 back in the playoff hunt. Is there a sleeper program lurking?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Big 12 predictions — Will Oklahoma make it seven in a row?

Oklahoma and Texas are on their way out of the Big 12. Will anyone spoil their fun in 2021? SN offers its predictions.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Big Ten predictions - Is it the 'Big One' and 'Little 13' now?

Ohio State seeks a fifth straight Big Ten championship. Which team is best equipped to challenge the Buckeyes? SN gives its predictions.

Bill Bender

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Quinn Ewers explains decision to forgo senior high school season, join Ohio State

Ewers is considered to be the best QB in the 2022 recruiting class.

Joe Rivera

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Bender: ACC predictions - Can anyone catch Clemson?

Clemson is shooting for a seventh straight ACC championship. Will anyone catch the Tigers? SN gives its predictions for 2021.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Why SEC should entertain more expansion

Oklahoma and Texas are in. Should the SEC continue its shopping spree? SN takes a look at more options.

Bill Bender

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Bender: How Quinn Ewers could change Ohio State, NIL and more

Meet Quinn Ewers, the Texas high school quarterback. He could be the first megastar of the NIL college football era.

Bill Bender

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SEC is about to welcome one superpower, not two

When you look at the on-field performance, Texas isn't really among college football's elite.

Bill Trocchi

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Bender: How Big Ten can build best superconference

The Big Ten has several options for expansion. Which one makes the most sense? SN breaks down the options.

Bill Bender

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Bob Bowlsby's signature in cease-and-desist letter to ESPN gets Twitter's attention

The Big 12 commissioner put his name to a strongly worded missive, although it was just a series of scribbles.

Tom Gatto

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College football realignment updates

With two of the Big 12's longest-tenured member schools looking to leave the conference, there could be a seismic shift in the land of college football.

Joe Rivera

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Bender: Nebraska needs to step up in Big Ten

Can Nebraska find a true Big Ten identity with Scott Frost and Trev Alberts? That would help the conference as realignment looms.

Bill Bender

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EA Sports' NCAA football video game release date & more details to know about its return

EA Sports announced their new version of the popular NCAA Football video game, but when can fans expect its release date?

Jordan Heck

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Oregon ready for bright lights again?

Oregon is picked to win the Pac-12 for the third straight season, but the early-season showdown at Ohio State is the next benchmark for the program.

Bill Bender

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Texas A&M president affirms commitment to SEC ahead of Board of Regents meeting

The university's Board of Regents is scheduled to meet Monday to discuss "contractual and governance issues" regarding A&M and the SEC amid reports Texas and Oklahoma will ask to join the conference.

Edward Sutelan

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Bender: Indiana encore worth watching

Is Indiana the biggest threat to Ohio State in the Big Ten East? In 2021, that might be the case.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Big 12 survival plan without OU, Texas

Texas and Oklahoma appear on their way out of the Big 12. What does that mean for the rest of the conference? A look at the future.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Michigan, Harbaugh love new-look defense

The best way Jim Harbaugh can get off the hot seat is to have the new-look defense led by former Ravens assistant Mike Macdonald succeed.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Big Ten in wait-and-see mode with expansion talk

Expansion talk crept into Big Ten Media Days, but the conference has no reason to engage.

Bill Bender

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DeCourcy: Greg Sankey needs to say 'no' to Texas and Oklahoma

Neither the Big 12 nor the SEC is better off if Texas and Oklahoma join the SEC. Commissioner Greg Sankey needs to show leadership and turn down the Sooners and Longhorns.

Mike DeCourcy

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How would SEC schools vote on membership for Texas, Oklahoma?

The SEC needs 11 votes from its membership to invite Texas and Oklahoma to join. Would commissioner Greg Sankey have the votes?

Bill Trocchi

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Texas, Oklahoma's path to SEC superconference

Texas and Oklahoma have reportedly discussed moving to the SEC. What it would take for the Big 12 teams to kick-start another round of college football realignment.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: How Texas, Oklahoma in the SEC would look

What if Texas and Oklahoma eventually joined the SEC? Sporting News groups the supporters and opponents of a move.

Bill Bender

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Bobby Bowden diagnosed with terminal medical condition

The Hall of Fame coach, who turns 92 in November, revealed that he has been diagnosed with a terminal illness.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Swinney, Clemson not in favor of expanded playoff

Neither Swinney nor his team is in favor of an expanded playoff, for multiple reasons.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: The NIL era provides Nick Saban another challenge

Nick Saban didn't have concrete answers for how NIL will impact Alabama's future, but the coach is already adjusting and adapting for the changes.

Bill Bender

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Sanders leaves SWAC Media Day after being called by first name

Sanders' first in-person appearance at the SWAC Media Day ended abruptly on Tuesday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Alabama's Bryce Young nearing $1M in NIL deals

Alabama's presumptive starter at quarterback in 2021 already has a lucrative deal in place.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Bender: JT Daniels capable of getting Smart, UGA over the hump

Georgia is still hunting for its first national championship since 1980, and quarterback JT Daniels is the key to ending the drought.

Bill Bender

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Bender: New coordinators may make or break LSU

Will the new coordinators lead LSU back from a disastrous 2020 season? That's the way for Ed Orgeron.

Bill Bender

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Bender: Sankey delivers motivation for vaccination in SEC

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey delivered a strong motivational tactic for COVID-19 vaccination, one the conference should follow.

Bill Bender

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'Let's be NIL U': Miami's early impact on NIL is worth watching closely

Miami is pushing the boundaries on NIL in just a week. Will that lead to a program resurgence?

Bill Bender

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Five-star DE J.T. Tuimoloau makes college commitment: Who did he pick?

Tuimoloau was the last major recruit in the 2021 class to make his college commitment.

Edward Sutelan

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Former college athletes who would have cashed in on NIL rights

This group would have been able to monetize big moments had it been able to make money off their names, images and likenesses.

Ryan Fagan

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Bender: NCAA is not going to forgive Bush, Webber, even though it should

Reggie Bush and Chris Webber want their accomplishments revisited because of new NIL legislation. That's a space the NCAA likely won't enter.

Bill Bender

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Johnny Football, RGIII want Bush's Heisman Trophy returned

Countless athletes took to Twitter to implore the NCAA to give Reggie Bush his Heisman Trophy back.

Jacob Camenker

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Pac-12 coach rankings

The Pac-12 coach rankings didn't change much from 2020. Who has room to move up this season?

Bill Bender

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LSU is all in on NIL hype with Shaq, Honey Badger and more

It certainly makes sense.

Joe Rivera

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Twitter roasts Clemson's Dabo Swinney after new NIL policy takes effect

Twitter thinks Dabo Swinney's take on paying players is freezing cold.

Jacob Camenker

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What to know about the NIL changes for NCAA athletes

Some answers to common questions popping up about the new NIL regulations for college athletes.

Ryan Fagan

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EA Sports' new NCAA football game to 'explore' including players after NIL ruling

EA Sports is in the process of creating a new college football video game.

Jordan Heck

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NIL tracker: Who's signing endorsement deals?

NIL is here, and student-athletes are taking advantage. A look at some of the NIL deals being signed on July 1.

Bill Bender

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Ranking Big 12 coaches: Where does Texas' Steve Sarkisian fit?

A look at the Big 12 coach rankings for 2021. Where does Texas coach Steve Sarkisian fit in?

Bill Bender

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ACC coach rankings: Who is third best-coach in conference?

SN ranks the ACC coaches for 2021. Which coach follows Dabo Swinney and Mack Brown as the third-best coach in the conference?

Bill Bender

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Bender: Who will be the next first-time national champ?

Kirby Smart, Lincoln Riley, Brian Kelly and Ryan Day are all in position for the final breakthrough.

Bill Bender

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Big Ten coach rankings

Sporting News looks at the Big Ten coach rankings for 2021. Who is in the best position to give Ohio State a run?

Bill Bender

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SEC coach rankings

Nick Saban is still No. 1 in the SEC, but who is next? SN ranks the SEC coaches for 2021.

Bill Bender

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Top 25 FBS coaches

Who are Sporting News Top 25 coaches for 2021? The list starts with Nick Saban, but the debates get interesting from there.

Bill Bender

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Experts expect NIL changes to be slow, but lasting

Name, Image and Likeness is coming to college football on July 1. We go inside NIL as it starts.

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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SN top 25 rankings, bowl projections, All-Americans & more

Sporting News doesn't have a preview magazine in 2021, but all the college football content you need is here.

Bill Bender

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Supreme Court rules NCAA may not limit pay for athletes' education expenses

What does the decision against the NCAA today by the Supreme Court mean for athletes?

Edward Sutelan

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BENDER: Expanded CFP may give longer leash to coaches

How will a 12-team Playoff impact the idea of a hot seat for college football coaches?

Bill Bender

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Two senators firmly against CFP expansion

Two Connecticut senators are not fans of College Football Playoff expansion, and it all boils down to how the NCAA treats its athletes.

Jacob Camenker

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DeCourcy: Expand the Playoff? Then ditch the 12th game

There was no good reason to approve expanding the college football regular season to 12 games other than getting an extra home gate for the power programs. And there’s even less reason now to let it stand if the sport’s leaders are serious about expanding the playoff structure.

Mike DeCourcy

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Notre Dame and a 12-team CFP: Pros and cons for the Irish

Sporting News examines the pros and cons of an expanded College Football Playoff for the Irish.

Bill Bender

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12-team CFP?

A proposal for a 12-team College Football Playoff is in the works. How would that compare with the four-team model?

Bill Bender

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Pros and cons of a 12-team playoff

A 12-team College Football Playoff? SN breaks down why it's a really good but also really bad idea with the pros and cons.

Bill Bender

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What a 12-team 2020 Playoff would have looked like

What would a 12-team College Football Playoff look like? Sporting News looks back at 2020 for a sample.

Bill Bender

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Alabama extends Nick Saban through 2028 season

Alabama gave Nick Saban a contract extension on Monday. How long will Alabama remain a dynasty?

Bill Bender

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Manziel admits to signing autographs for $33K at TAMU

The former Texas A&M football star, well past the NCAA statute of limitations, admitted he accepted up to $33,000 for signing autographs while in college.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Hall of Fame ballot

Former USC star Reggie Bush is among the first-timers on the College Football Hall of Fame ballot for 2022.

Bill Bender

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Kirk Herbstreit still without taste or smell five months after having COVID-19

Five months after Kirk Herbstreit's positive COVID-19 diagnosis, he is still feeling the effects of the virus.

Edward Sutelan

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2021-22 college football bowl schedule

Bowl Season will be a 44-game affair in 2021-22. Sporting News looks at the dates and times for each bowl game.

Bill Bender

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Bets bets to crash the College Football Playoff

Which schools could make the College Football Playoff for the first time in 2021? SN looks at five possibilities.

Bill Bender

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SN's Preseason Top 25 for college football

Talkin' season is here, and SN has a fresh preseason top 25 to work with. It starts with Alabama and the usual suspects on top.

Bill Bender

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Nick Saban appears in COVID-19 PSA

Saban, who contracted COVID-19 in November, called for fans to get the vaccine ahead of the 2021 college football season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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COVID, cancellations, calls for social justice: Kevin Warren's early experiences as Big Ten commish went beyond sports

It only took 17 months for Kevin Warren to become one of the longest tenured power five conference commissioners. That’s how much turnover there has been in that position of late. They were 17 months that felt like 17 years, though.

Mike DeCourcy

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Sam Houston State wins thriller vs. South Dakota State for first FCS championship

Eric Schmid threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to Ife Adeyi with 16 seconds remaining to give Sam Houston State its first FCS title.

Jacob Camenker

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New Pac-12 commissioner right to lead playoff expansion push

New Pac-12 commissioner George Kliavkoff made an aggressive push for playoff expansion in his first press conference. That's a good start in his new job.

Bill Bender

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Former Hawaii quarterback Colt Brennan dead at 37; football world mourns loss

Brennan was one of college football's most prolific passers during his stint as starter for the Warriors, finishing as a Heisman finalist in 2007.

Joe Rivera

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Foxx portrays football coach

The actor, singer, songwriter, and comedian can add coach to his list of achievements, too.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Jake Ehlinger, brother of Colts QB Sam Ehlinger, dead at 20

Jake Ehlinger walked on to the Texas football team as a linebacker in 2019 and was a member of the Longhorns squad with his brother for two seasons.

Tom Gatto

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2022 Big Board

It's never too early to start looking ahead to next year with Sporting News' first big board for the 2022 NFL Draft. Sam Howell, Derek Stingley Jr. and Evan Neal are at the top of the list.

Bill Bender

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Safest picks: Bank on these eight players

Who are the safest picks in the 2021 NFL Draft? SN looks at eight players who fit that description.

Bill Bender

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NFL Draft big board for 2021

Sporting News' latest big board for the 2021 NFL Draft looks at the top 100 prospects overall and also ranks players by position, a list that, yes, still starts with Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence.

Vinnie Iyer

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Justin Fields

Ohio State QBs aren't known for NFL success. Justin Fields might be the right QB to change that in the present and future.

Bill Bender

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College Football Super League

Which 15 schools would form college football's version of a "Super League," following the same plans threatening to blow up European soccer? Sporting News found the best fits using four key factors.

Bill Bender

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How to watch Alabama spring game

Storylines abound heading into Alabama's spring game. Here's everything you need to know about the game, including players and positional battles to watch.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Ohio State spring game

Ohio State's quarterbacks will be the focus of the spring game, but there are other questions and freshmen worth keeping tabs on Saturday. Here's everything to know about Ohio State's 2021 spring football game.

Bill Bender

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Ryan Day defends Justin Fields, trashes players who opted out in '20

The Ohio State head coach did his best to defend a player who has come under fire for no reason, but wound up trashing everyone else instead.

Joe Rivera

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Kyle Pitts posts eye-opening 40 time at pro day, earns Calvin Johnson comparisons

The Florida Gator tight end may have solidified his status as a top-10 pick in this year's draft.

Joe Rivera

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NFL Draft big board for 2021

Sporting News' latest big board for the 2021 NFL Draft looks at the top 50 prospects overall and also ranks players by position, a list that still starts with Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence.

Vinnie Iyer

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McAfee defends Smith's decision

The former NFL punter doesn't see any value in the 2020 Heisman Trophy winner participating in a pro day.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Nebraska intends to cancel OU game

The Cornhuskers reportedly tried to cancel their 2021 game with Oklahoma, scheduled to take place on the 50th anniversary of their "Game of the Century."

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Les Miles out at Kansas

Kansas released a statement confirming Les Miles would no longer coach the Jayhawks, effective immediately.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Kansas places Les Miles on leave, announces review of LSU allegations

Female students at LSU accused Miles of inappropriate behavior when he was coaching the Tigers. Miles continues to deny the allegations.

Tom Gatto

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Kansas reviewing reports of Les Miles' alleged sexual misconduct at LSU

KU says it has spoken with Miles about the allegations, which first surfaced in 2012.

Tom Gatto

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Tua Tagovailoa calls Alabama QB Mac Jones a 'more mobile Tom Brady'

Surely, Alabama fans will be able to take this comp in stride.

Joe Rivera

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Youngstown State staffer banned from sidelines after bumping opposing player

Tim Johnson, a former NFL linebacker in his first year as director of player personnel at YSU, apologized for the incident.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Eastern Washington denied field goal against Idaho in a series of errors

Poor TV work and an apparent officiating blunder combine to cost the Eagles three points in a close game at Idaho.

Tom Gatto

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Louis Nix III dead, mother says; former Notre Dame, NFL lineman was missing for days

Sheriff's officers in Jacksonville, Fla., recovered a vehicle that matched a description of Nix's car from a pond near his residence in the Jacksonville area. Nix was reported missing Wednesday.

Tom Gatto

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National Signing Day 2021: Updated class, player rankings & top unsigned recruits

Sporting News breaks down everything you need to know for National Signing Day 2021, including updated class and player rankings and the top remaining unsigned recruits:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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NDSU's win streak, by the numbers

North Dakota State has a chance to win its 40th consecutive game in the FCS on Saturday. SN looks at college football's all-time win streaks.

Bill Bender

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Former Alabama running back Najee Harris says he trolled fans by saying 'War Eagle'

Harris, the 2020 Doak Walker Award winner and unanimous All-American, said he would occasionally troll Crimson Tide fans with the well-known Auburn refrain.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Oklahoma wide receiver Spencer Jones picks fight with MMA-trained person, nearly loses eye

Jones is expected to make a full recovery after surgery.

Joe Rivera

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Deion Sanders' Jackson State debut takes strange turn after coach says personal items were 'stolen'

The College and Pro Football Hall of Famer said a thief got "every darn thing I had" from his office, but Jackson State said the items were "misplaced." Sanders didn't go along with that line, however.

Tom Gatto

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'Young Rock' has hilarious depiction of Ed Orgeron

Johnson played at Miami under former defensive line coach Ed Orgeron for three seasons.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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First year FBS coaches

There are 15 new coaches in the FBS, including four new SEC coaches and four old SEC coaches. SN breaks down the new hires.

Bill Bender

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Penn State makes a sweet Super Bowl graphic (except for the fine print)

Or, maybe it was a sweet graphic BECAUSE of the fine print.

Tom Gatto

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National Signing Day 2021: When will J.T. Tuimoloau sign?

Tuimoloau is the top remaining target of the 2021 recruiting class; when will he sign with his preferred school?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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EA Sports announces new college football game

EA Sports: It's in the game, and the game developer is bringing college football back to the game, too.

Joe Rivera

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Josh Heupel to Tennessee

Tennessee hired Josh Heupel on Wednesday, and the move was met with skepticism on Rocky Top. Can the UCF coach change that?

Bill Bender

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Inside the athlete-to-consumer business boom

As brands keep their sights on monetizing digital interactions between players and fans, a new model of access is drawing investor interest.

Dan Bernstein

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Bill O'Brien latest high-profile coach to become Alabama offensive coordinator

The former Penn State coach returns to the college game as a member of Nick Saban's staff. He joins Lane Kiffin, Mike Locksley and Steve Sarkisian as ex-coaches to land with the Tide.

Tom Gatto

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COVID-19 couldn't stop Lauren's First and Goal, or its worthy cancer research

The COVID-19 pandemic forced the cancellation of Lauren's First and Goal Football Camp in 2020, which raises money to research pediatric brain tumors. It came back strong as ever in 2021.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Tennessee's 9 best coaching candidates

Who should the Volunteers hire to replace Jeremy Pruitt? Here's a look at nine potential candidates for a more focused coaching search.

Bill Bender

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Revisiting the epic Patrick Mahomes vs. Baker Mayfield college QB duel between Texas Tech, Oklahoma

Patrick Mahomes and Baker Mayfield played a crazy college football game in 2016 that finished 66-59 and featured more than 1,200 combined passing yards.

Billy Heyen

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2021 college football matchups

COVID-19 led to the cancellation of good noncon games in 2020. What about 2021? Here are the September games we are looking forward to.

Bill Bender

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

No surprise, Alabama tops the polls after winning the College Football Playoff championship. How does the rest of the top 25 look?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football rankings: Alabama, Clemson lead way-too-early top 25 for 2021 season

The usual suspects make up the top of Sporting News' way-too-early preseason top 25 for the 2021 season.

Bill Bender

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Alabama fans celebrate in droves, disregard COVID-19 policies after national championship win

Thousands of fans gathered on the streets of Tuscaloosa to celebrate the win, leaving the city in a precarious position.

Joe Rivera

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DeVonta Smith injury update: Dislocated finger cuts short Alabama star's historic performance

Smith jammed his fingers against a defender while taking a third-quarter hit.

Dan Bernstein

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Nick Saban-Bear Bryant

Nick Saban broke Bear Bryant's record with a seventh national championship Monday, but the Alabama coach still says there's no comparison between the coaches.

Bill Bender

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How OSU's title hopes vanished in one series

The score may indicate a blowout but, for one moment, Ohio State nearly made the CFP championship an actual game. It squandered the opportunity — and with it, its title hopes.

Mike DeCourcy

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Alabama submits legacy as Saban's best team

Alabama in 2020 submitted its legacy as Nick Saban's best team after finishing an undefeated season against Ohio State.

Bill Bender

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Alabama-OSU takeaways

Alabama used a record-setting offense to win the CFP championship game against Ohio State. Here are three biggest takeaways.

Bill Bender

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Alabama-Ohio State: Tide roll to another title

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Alabama vs. Ohio State in college football's national championship game. Follow for complete results from the College Football Playoff final.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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