College Football News

LSU-Miami: Tigers dominate in romp over Hurricanes

Check out the biggest plays and highlights from a dominating LSU win over Miami.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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A disillusioning conversation with The Great Bear Bryant

SN contributor Thomas Hauser recalls a phone conversation he had with legendary Alabama coach Paul "Bear" Bryant during a much different time in the sports and media world.

Thomas Hauser

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College football's biggest Week 1 overreactions: Buy Notre Dame as legit Playoff contender

Sporting News tries to make sense of the biggest trends from college football's first full Saturday.

Bill Bender

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Michigan, Jim Harbaugh going nowhere fast as old problems resurface at Notre Dame

The Wolverines lost another rivalry game on the road, this time to the Irish in South Bend. That will amp up the pressure as they get ready for Big Ten play.

Bill Bender

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West Virginia's rout of Tennessee shows two teams heading in different directions

Will Grier and West Virginia put the hurt on Tennessee in the Belk Kickoff Game on Saturday. It's a microcosm of what both teams can expect in the 2018 season.

Christian Shimabuku

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Tua Tagovailoa is answer to Alabama's so-called quarterback question

Tua Tagovailoa showed in Alabama's dominant victory over Louisville that he should be the Tide's quarterback going forward.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Brandon Wimbush's third-down growth must continue for Notre Dame to contend

Brandon Wimbush showed marked improvement on third down in a victory against Michigan. Will that help Notre Dame contend for a national championship?

Bill Bender

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Maryland players' grief over Jordan McNair not mitigated by Texas upset

Maryland players did not put Jordan McNair aside in the Terrapins' opener against Texas. They kept his memory alive.

David Steele

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Texas' bad start — and finish — look all too familiar for Herman, Longhorns

The last thing expected of Texas in the Tom Herman era was to see it run in place. But the Longhorns fell flat against Maryland, again.

David Steele

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Dwayne Haskins passes every test in brilliant debut as Ohio State QB

Dwayne Haskins made his much-anticipated debut as Ohio State's quarterback, and after watching him play it's difficult not to project bigger and better things for him and the Buckeyes.

Bill Bender

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Ohio State's leaders — the players — shine without Urban Meyer vs. Oregon State

Ohio State showed no ill effects from the off-field drama in a blowout victory. Will the leadership on the field propel the Buckeyes through September?

Bill Bender

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Oklahoma reminds Big 12 it's still the class of the conference

Oklahoma provided an emphatic answer to the question of whether anyone in the Big 12 could challenge the Sooners this year.

John E. Hoover

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College football scores, live highlights from Week 1 games

Get the latest college football scores and highlights from this weekend's games.

Sporting News

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Notre Dame holds off Michigan: Highlights, scores from South Bend

Follow along as Sporting News provides live updates and highlights from the Michigan-Notre Dame game.

Drew Nantais

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Auburn outlasts Washington: Highlights, scores from huge Week 1 game

Check out the scores and highlights from the intense Week 1 game between Auburn-Washington game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Washington's Trey Adams to miss Auburn game, per report

Washington's preseason All-American at left tackle did not travel with the team to Atlanta for its game against Auburn.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College Fantasy Football: Best DraftKings picks, values for Week 1 DFS contests

The college fantasy football season is officially here! Get ready for your Week 1 DraftKings contests with CFBDynasty's top DFS picks and values.

Josiah Connor

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Alabama QBs Tua Tagovailoa, Jalen Hurts to play in opener vs. Louisville, Nick Saban says

ESPN reported that Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban said both quarterbacks would see time vs. the Cardinals.

Tom Gatto

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Georgia, Clemson to renew rivalry in 2024 Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game

Clemson and Georgia will renew their rivalry when they will kick off the 2024 season in Atlanta in the Chick-fil-A game.

Shanna McCarriston

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College football Week 1 primer: Heisman Watch, upset picks, predictions and more

We look at the Big Ten's chances to land a Heisman winner, Alabama-Louisville and the nation's longest winning streak in our Week 1 primer.

Bill Bender

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Wilton Speight named UCLA starting QB; Chip Kelly goes with Michigan transfer

Speight played three seasons in Ann Arbor before transferring to Westwood as a graduate student.

Tom Gatto

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Michigan's Karan Higdon, Chris Evans extend leadership to exciting new places

Michigan's running back tandem of Chris Evans and Karan Higdon continues to shine with their organizations off the field.

Bill Bender

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DirecTV Week 1 College Football Schedule

College football is here, and here's the Week 1 DirecTV schedule with dates, times, channel and minimum package needed to watch.

Tony Fortier-Bensen

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Like it or not, neutral-site blockbusters like Washington-Auburn are good for game

Auburn-Washington is the next top-10 neutral-site blockbuster, a trend in college football that is here to stay.

Bill Bender

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How Tua Tagovailoa's, McKenzie Milton's Hawaii roots prepped them for college success

How Alabama's Tua Tagovailoa and UCF's McKenzie Milton — both quarterbacks from Hawaii — kickstarted their college football success.

Christian Shimabuku

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Michigan-Notre Dame will matter on Saturday, but needs to matter in November, too

The Michigan-Notre Dame rivalry will always have significance, but will this year's installment be a key piece of the College Football Playoff puzzle?

Bill Bender

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Michigan at Notre Dame: Betting trends, things to watch, prediction

Sporting News spots the betting trends, stats and things to watch in the showdown between Michigan and Notre Dame in South Bend.

Bill Bender

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College football's must-follow Twitter accounts for 2018 season

The best media outlets, personalities, players and coaches that every college football fan should follow on Twitter.

Sporting News

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Joe Burrow named LSU starting quarterback against Miami

LSU has named Joe Burrow its starting quarterback for its season opener against Miami.

Jacob Janower

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Maryland loses top athletics spokesman as football investigations continue

Zack Bolno has taken a job at George Mason as the Jordan McNair investigation continues at Maryland.

Dan Bernstein

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Kirk Herbstreit endorses six-team College Football Playoff

Kirk Herbstreit explains to Sporting News why he favors a six-team College Football Playoff in the future.

Bill Bender

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College football Week 1 picks against the spread for every top-25 matchup

Week 1 features several loaded matchups, starting with a classic showdown. Sporting News offers its predictions against the spread for the Top 25.

Bill Bender

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College Fantasy Rankings: Top 200 cheat sheet

Get your cheat sheet ready for your college fantasy football draft with the top 200 rankings from CFBDynasty.com. From the top NCAA football players to the undervalued sleepers, Brian McElfresh lets you know who to target.

Brian McElfresh

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Tom Herman unconcerned with 'Texas is back' expectations in 2018

Tom Herman has heard the 'Texas is Back' expectations for some time now, but he only cares about the opinions in his program.

John E. Hoover

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College football schedule: Week 1 TV coverage for Top 25 games

A look at college football's Top 25 TV schedule, including dates, times and betting odds.

Bill Bender

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FSU names Deondre Francois starting QB against Virginia Tech

Deondre Francois is a starter once more. He'll take the first snap against Virginia Tech in a Labor Day matchup.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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18 predictions for 2018 college football season

With spring football coming, Sporting News looks at the big games, big names, Heisman and Playoff hype that's coming.

Bill Bender

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College football's best Week 1 games: Can anything top Michigan-Notre Dame?

We break down the 12 best games of college football's opening weekend. A classic Midwest rivalry leads the list.

Bill Bender

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College Fantasy Rankings: Running Back

Devin Singletary is at the top, but who fills out the rest of Brian McElfresh's top 50 rankings for college fantasy running backs?

Brian McElfresh

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College Fantasy Sleepers: Undervalued players for 2018

Sleepers are everybody's favorite in fantasy football, and they're just as important in college fantasy drafts. CFBDynasty's Brian McElfresh has the sleepers you need to add to your cheat sheet ahead of the 2018 season.

Brian McElfresh

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College Fantasy Rankings: Quarterback

CFBDynasty's Brian McElfresh gives you a preview of his exclusive college fantasy rankings for quarterbacks, which start with Arizona's Khalil Tate.

Brian McElfresh

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College Fantasy Football Rankings: Tight end

It's not a glamour position, but having a solid set of tight end rankings for your college fantasy football cheat sheet is just as important as any other position. CFBDynasty's Brian McElfresh gives you a sneak peak at his top 25.

Brian McElfresh

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College Fantasy Football Rankings: Defense/special teams

Yes, there are a few teams that still play defense in college football. CFBDynasty.com's Brian McElfresh reveals the top 25 in his D/ST fantasy rankings ahead of your draft.

Brian McElfresh

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College Fantasy Rankings: Kicker

Get your top-25 college fantasy kicker rankings, courtesy of CFBDyansty's Brian McElfresh.

Brian McElfresh

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Big 12 predictions: Conference picks, sleepers, big games and Heisman hopefuls for 2018

Does the Big 12 have a power vacuum in 2018, or is it still Oklahoma and everyone else? Our predictions for this season:

John E. Hoover

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SEC predictions: Conference picks, sleepers, big games and Heisman hopefuls for 2018

The SEC in 2017 put both Alabama and Georgia in the College Football Playoff. Are they destined for another meeting this year?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Pac-12 predictions: Conference picks, sleepers, big games and Heisman hopefuls for 2018

What does the Pac-12 have to do to get back in the College Football Playoff in 2018?

Bill Bender

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Big Ten predictions: Conference picks, sleepers, big games and Heisman hopefuls for 2018

Sporting News makes its 2018 predictions for the Big Ten Conference. Ohio State enters as the favorite, but Wisconsin, Michigan, Michigan State and Penn State can all challenge as well.

Bill Bender

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ACC predictions: Conference picks, sleepers, big games and Heisman hopefuls for 2018

Sporting News takes an in-depth look at the ACC in 2018. Will anybody have a chance to dethrone Clemson in its bid for a four-peat?

Bill Bender

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College football 2018: 50 tweets we guarantee you'll see Week 1

We look at some the things you're guaranteed to see on social media during Week 1 of the college football season, from Tua to Texas. It's going to be fun.

Bill Bender

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Let's predict every college football bowl game and Playoff matchup for 2018-19

Sporting News' projections for the 2018-19 college football bowl season are here — including the College Football Playoff.

Bill Bender

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College football 2018: Preseason rankings, bowl projections, All-Americans and more

Sporting News wants you to be prepared for the 2018 college football season. From playoff picks to All-Americans and everything in between, here is what's coming this season.

Bill Bender

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College football rankings 2018: Alabama, Clemson top composite preseason Top 25 polls

With spring football in the rearview, Sporting News looks at the composite preseason top 25 rankings. Alabama and Clemson are on top once again.

Bill Bender

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LSU QBs Lowell Narcisse, Justin McMillan to transfer

LSU quarterbacks Lowell Narcisse and Justin McMillan will transfer from the school, leaving Joe Burrow and Myles Brennan as the last to compete for the starting job.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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OSU's Urban Meyer mess a product of college sports' code of silence

Zach Smith's actions while employed at Ohio State imperiled not only his family and Urban Meyer, but his fellow coaches and staff members. Why did no one speak out?

Mike DeCourcy

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Urban Meyer and Zach Smith: A timeline of key events in abuse scandal

Ohio State coach Urban Meyer's professional relationship with Zach Smith has come under fire since the latter was revealed to be an alleged domestic abuser.

Tom Gatto

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Urban Meyer, Gene Smith fail on most important issue of Ohio State investigation

Football coach Urban Meyer and athletic director Gene Smith exit Ohio State's investigation with suspensions. But they failed utterly in their chance to speak out against domestic violence.

Bill Bender

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Ohio State still hasn't offered whole truth after monthlong Urban Meyer circus

Ohio State's Wednesday news conference and findings only muddied the water surrounding the university's investigation into football coach Urban Meyer.

Bill Bender

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Ohio State investigation: Comparing Urban Meyer's, players' suspensions

Ohio State has suspended Urban Meyer three games in the wake of a domestic abuse scandal involving a former member of his staff. How does it compare to suspensions levied against players?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Texas A&M turned down Texas offer of home-and-home, per report

Texas A&M athletic director Scott Woodward reportedly turned down an offer from Texas for a home-and-home series in 2022-23.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Ohio State suspends Urban Meyer for three games after domestic abuse scandal

Meyer will be suspended without pay through Sept. 2 and for the Buckeyes' first three games of the season.

Bill Bender

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Urban Meyer deleted texts before handing over phone, OSU investigation finds

Ohio State's summary of findings found that Urban Meyer had deleted old texts between himself and Zach Smith prior to handing his phone to investigators.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Oklahoma announces Kyler Murray as starting QB against FAU

Oklahoma on Wednesday announced Kyler Murray as the Sooners' starter at quarterback. He takes over an offense for the first time since 2015 at Texas A&M.

John E. Hoover

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'Changing the Narrative': SiriusXM radio host Rachel Baribeau backs up words with activism

SiriusXM radio host Rachel Baribeau continues to spread a positive message through her "Changing the Narrative" movement.

Bill Bender

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AP Poll: Wisconsin tops Big Ten, but championship path still runs through East

Wisconsin enters the 2018 preseason AP Poll as the No. 4 team, its highest ranking since the 2000 season. But the Big Ten title always runs through Ohio State.

Bill Bender

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Alabama tops 2018 AP preseason poll, but Georgia closing in

The AP has released its top 25 preseason poll. The Tide are on top again, but they have some competition from fellow SEC teams.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Alabama No. 1 in preseason Coaches Poll

The defending national champions remain at the top entering the new season.

Christian Shimabuku

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New Zach Smith allegations: Sex with ex-OSU staffer, nude White House photos

Several lewd allegations involving former Ohio State receivers coach Zach Smith, who's a focal point of an ongoing investigation involving head coach Urban Meyer, have emerged.

Bill Bender

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Big Ten coaches must live up to conference standard, or more embarrassments will follow

The Big Ten has suffered scandal after scandal — embarrassment after embarrassment — this decade. The common factor? Its coaches.

Bill Bender

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Breaking down college football's best games for 2018, week by week

Sporting News breaks down college football's best games of the 2018 season, week by week — with a unique twist.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Meet Justin Flowe, the 'Babyman' who'll be college football's next big linebacker

Upland High School linebacker Justin Flowe has been delivering the big hit since his days in the Snoop Youth Football League. Watch out for "Babyman" in the near future.

Bill Bender

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Ohio State recruiting unaffected by Urban Meyer investigation — for now

Urban Meyer is on paid administrative leave, but Ohio State recruits seemingly haven't wavered from their commitment to the coach. What's next for the Buckeyes on the recruiting trail?

Bill Bender

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Maryland must show true leadership in dealing with DJ Durkin after Jordan McNair death

Maryland is set up to show true leadership as it pertains to DJ Durkin, Jordan McNair and the football team. It cannot fail in this regard again.

Bill Bender

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Louisville's Dez Fitzpatrick says Cardinals WRs 'have the upper edge' against Bama

Louisville receiver Dez Fitzpatrick has the utmost confidence in Louisville's receivers when it comes to their impending matchup against Alabama's defensive backs.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Will Muschamp defends DJ Durkin, attacks 'anonymous sources' from Maryland report

South Carolina coach Will Muschamp defended the character of Maryland coach DJ Durkin during a media availability session on Saturday.

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College Fantasy Football Rankings: Wide receiver

Brian McElfresh from CFBDynasty.com reveals the top of his wide receiver college fantasy rankings.

Brian McElfresh

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Michigan, Cal, Marquette investigating potential sale of shoes, per report

Several schools — Michigan, Cal and Marquette — have confirmed North Carolina reached out to them after the school suspended football players for selling shoes.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Urban Meyer investigation: What's at risk for Ohio State, Buckeyes coach

Sporting News breaks down what's on the line with Ohio State football's ongoing domestic abuse scandal, which has Urban Meyer in the center of an investigation.

Bill Bender

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Florida State, LSU agree to two-game series, per report

Two college football powerhouses will play each other at neutral sites in consecutive seasons starting in 2022.

Christian Shimabuku

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Urban Meyer rally only distracts from real issue at heart of Ohio State investigation

The fan rally to support Urban Meyer on Monday may have good intentions — but got away from what Ohio State should do, putting more pressure on the university.

Bill Bender

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With Urban Meyer, Ohio State can't repeat mistake from Jim Tressel scandal

Ohio State's predicament with Urban Meyer parallels the one it faced with Jim Tressel. Will the school's leadership deliver the right message this time?

Bill Bender

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No winners will emerge from storm forming over Ohio State, Urban Meyer

One thing is certain from Friday's turn of events regarding Ohio State, Urban Meyer and Zach Smith: No one is coming out of this a winner.

Bill Bender

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Urban Meyer can only blame himself for poor priorities, leadership at Ohio State

Urban Meyer should have known better to keep Zach Smith on his Ohio State staff. It has placed his entire tenure in Columbus in jeopardy.

Bill Bender

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Coaches explain how they'd react in Urban Meyer's situation

Sporting News reached out to three coaches and asked what they'd do if they were in Urban Meyer's shoes.

Mike DeCourcy

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'Last Chance U' Season 4 to feature Independence Community College again

Netflix heads back to Kansas for a second season with Independence Community College. It will be the show's fourth season overall.

Christian Shimabuku

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'Last Chance U' player Isaiah Wright freed after plea deal in murder case, per report

Isaiah Wright had been jailed since September in connection with the July 2017 stabbing death of a man in Tennessee.

Tom Gatto

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'Last Chance U': Players you never knew went to East Mississippi Community College

Plenty of big names have already come through "Last Chance U." Could more stars be born from Season 2 of Netflix's hit show?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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'Last Chance U': Four ICC players who made it to NFL

Although its track record in the NFL isn't as extensive as East Mississippi's, Independence has fielded several player who made their marks on the NFL.

Christian Shimabuku

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Don't blame NCAA for UNC football players' shoes suspensions

The NCAA faces fair criticism over the issue of paying student-athletes for their names and likeness. But that isn't at play in the case of UNC football players' suspensions.

Mike DeCourcy

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Five questions for Tua Tagovailoa, Jalen Hurts and Alabama QB battle

Who will win the starting job at Alabama? We take a closer look at the quarterback battle between Tua Tagovailoa and Jalen Hurts.

Bill Bender

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'Mature' Will Grier more focused than ever to lead West Virginia in 2018

Will Grier is lightyears more mature now than he was as a freshman at Florida. He'll use that to spearhead West Virginia and vie for the Heisman Trophy in 2018.

John E. Hoover

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Ohio State places Urban Meyer on paid administrative leave

Ohio State has placed Urban Meyer on paid administrative leave, part of the fallout resulting from alleged domestic abuse between former WRs coach Zach Smith and his wife, Courtney.

Bill Bender

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College Football Playoff won't expand unless rest of bowl system fails

Watch for these factors in the coming years to see when — if — the College Football Playoff format finally changes.

Bill Bender

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West Virginia football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

A closer look at the West Virginia Mountaineers, a team with high hopes in the Big 12 behind an offense led by Will Grier.

Bill Bender

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Why Big Ten must campaign harder for champion to make College Football Playoff

The Big Ten champ hasn't made the College Football Playoff in either of the last two seasons. That should be a concern for coaches in 2018.

Bill Bender

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Nebraska coach Scott Frost's home burglarized

Scott Frost lost more than $165,000 worth of memorabilia to burglars over the weekend.

Gabe Fernandez

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Alabama extends Nick Saban's contract through 2025 season; pact includes pay raise

Nick Saban will be in charge of the Crimson Tide program through Feb. 26, 2026, under the new terms of his contract.

Kenan Goyette

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Jalen Hurts tells Nick Saban he's staying at Alabama

Jalen Hurts enters his junior season with a 26-2 record as a starter but is embroiled in a quarterback battle with Tua Tagovailoa.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Alabama QB competition: Sizing up Jalen Hurts vs. Tua Tagovailoa

Alabama's quarterback battle between Jalen Hurts and Tua Tagovailoa could have lasting ramifications on the Tide's offense.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Florida suspends freshman Justin Watkins after arrest on battery, kidnapping charges

One of Florida's prized Class of 2018 recruits will not see the field for the Gators in the immediate future.

Christian Shimabuku

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Timing of Zach Smith firing leaves questions for Urban Meyer, Ohio State

Ohio State's Urban Meyer made the right move by firing Zach Smith, but the timing has the football program under scrutiny at Big Ten Media Days.

Bill Bender

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Khalil Tate purposefully tweeted to keep Ken Niumatalolo away from Arizona

The explosive quarterback said he purposefully tweeted to keep the Navy coach from coaching at Arizona.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Jim Harbaugh, Michigan must answer rivalry questions where it matters most

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh must answer questions against the Wolverines' rivals where it matters most heading into 2018 — on the field.

Bill Bender

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Ohio State fires WR coach Zach Smith amid domestic violence allegations

Ohio State has fired Zach Smith, who has a history of domestic violence allegations against him.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Nebraska's Scott Frost brings strong voice Big Ten needs in Playoff era

Nebraska's Scott Frost spoke out again about his views on the College Football Playoff. He has strong opinions the Big Ten can leverage.

Bill Bender

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Jim Delany lauds Big Ten strength, but national titles must come next

Big Ten commissioner Jim Delany lauded the conference's achievements, but those ultimately don't stand up next to a national championship.

Bill Bender

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UL-Monroe's Marcus Green is college football's best-kept secret — but not for long

Louisiana-Monroe's Marcus Green is one of the most exciting players in the FBS, and there's more to see heading into his senior season.

Bill Bender

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The next Drew Brees? Trace McSorley following path of undersized QBs to NFL

At 6-1, Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley's NFL aspirations are legitimate. He can thank the success of relatively small QBs like Drew Brees and Baker Mayfield for paving a path to the league.

Bill Bender

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How Syracuse's marquee win over Clemson derailed Orange's 2017 season

Syracuse won its biggest game in 2017 against Clemson, but lost the bigger war.

Christian Shimabuku

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Watch: 'Last Chance U' Season 3 trailer features new school

Season 3 of "Last Chance U" drops on July 20. Here's the trailer for the latest season, which centers on Independence Community College in Kansas.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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ACC coaches discuss player safety in wake of Larry Fedora's CTE comments

Larry Fedora's comments regarding football and CTE sparked conversations about the state of the game, player safety and where the sport goes from here.

Christian Shimabuku

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Why does Clemson return so much talent in 2018? Its 'culture'

The culture Dabo Swinney has instilled in Clemson is the No. 1 reason you see so much talent returning in 2018.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Auburn's Gus Malzahn knows 'close' isn't good enough in 2018

Auburn has another tough schedule heading into 2018. Will Gus Malzahn and the defending SEC West champions find some consistency to go with it?

Bill Bender

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Willie Taggart bringing energy, accountability back to FSU

Willie Taggart wants Florida State to be fun and exciting again, but that doesn't come without some accountability as well.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Clemson's Brent Venables to sign college football's largest contract for assistant

The longtime Clemson defensive coordinator reportedly agreed to a five-year, $11.6 million contract.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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ESPY Awards 2018: All award winners and nominees

The ESPYs, which stands for Excellence in Sports Yearly, honors the best of the sporting world. Here are the 2018 winners and nominees.

Christian Shimabuku

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Duke QB Daniel Jones may enjoy most perks in college football thanks to Manning ties

The relationship between David Cutcliffe and the Manning brothers has Blue Devils quarterback Daniel Jones prepared for a big junior season.

Christian Shimabuku

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Turnover chain by their side, Jaquan Johnson, Miami primed for big year

One of the Hurricanes' senior leaders is intent on putting the program in a position to have sustained success under third-year coach Mark Richt.

Christian Shimabuku

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Larry Fedora's CTE comments worst way to handle football's biggest issue

The North Carolina coach's inappropriate, irresponsible and ill-conceived statements at ACC Kickoff will only hinder the debate over head injuries in the sport.

Bill Bender

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Nick Saban 'determined' to keep Alabama grounded again in 2018

Nick Saban is a lot like Alabama's uniform: unchanging. That was the case at the 2018 SEC Media Days, where he once again dictated the message he wanted heard.

Bill Bender

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Jeremy Pruitt has tools, but needs time to win at Tennessee

Jeremy Pruitt is a stabilizing force for Tennessee for now, but he'll need time to instill a winning product in Knoxville.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Mississippi State's success will hinge on Joe Moorhead, Nick Fitzgerald in 2018

The relationship between first-year coach Joe Moorhead and veteran quarterback Nick Fitzgerald will be everything for the Bulldogs, who have high hopes for 2018.

Bill Bender

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Dan Mullen is confident, but how will shoe fit at Florida?

Dan Mullen has a familiarity with Florida, but the expectations there are a lot different than when he was at Mississippi State.

Bill Bender

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Jordan Ta'amu gives Ole Miss a reason to be excited in 2018

Ole Miss will miss bowl season again in 2018. But as long as Jordan Ta'amu is playing, there'll be a reason to watch the Rebels.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Georgia not dwelling — or motivated — by loss to Alabama

Georgia ins't avoiding the 2017 national championship loss to Alabama. Nor is it using it as motivation.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Georgia's Rodrigo Blankenship among 12 SEC nominees for Allstate AFCA Good Works Team

The SEC has 12 nominees for the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, an initiative that supports student-athletes who excel in community service.

Bill Bender

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Georgia's Jake Fromm, Justin Fields give Kirby Smart 'fantastic problem' at QB

Georgia coach Kirby Smart has two talented quarterbacks heading into the 2018 season, and that's the only story that matters heading into fall camp.

Bill Bender

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Joe Burrow is LSU's QB in 2018, even if Ed Orgeron won't say so (yet)

Joe Burrow didn't transfer from Ohio State to LSU to ride the pine. He's in Baton Rouge now because it's his job to lose.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Maxwell Award watch list announced

Find out who is in contention for the nation's best all-around player award.

Gabe Fernandez

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Bednarik Award watch list announced

Find out who's in contention for the nation's best defender award.

Gabe Fernandez

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Jimbo Fisher not afraid to confront Texas A&M's national title timetable talk

Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher hasn't backed away from Texas A&M's national championship timetable talk. That's why he's in College Station in the first place.

Bill Bender

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Tennessee linebacker charged with domestic assault, false imprisonment of girlfriend

Ryan Thaxton was arrested on Sunday after police said he pushed his girlfriend and prevented her from leaving his dorm.

Gabe Fernandez

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Greg Sankey can silence SEC's schedule critics for good with just one tweak

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey's defense of the conference's schedule is admirable — but one tweak would keep the critics silent for good.

Bill Bender

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Rutgers football dealing with police probe into credit card use by players, report says

As many as eight Scarlet Knights players may be under investigation by university police, according to reports.

Tom Gatto

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Paul Finebaum signs long-term contract extension with ESPN

Paul Finebaum has signed a long-term contract extension with ESPN, rebuffing the advances of Fox Sports and Sirius XM, among others.

Michael McCarthy

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College football's best programs since 2010: Alabama widens gap

Alabama, Ohio State and Clemson are among the best college football programs since 2010. Sporting News looks at the 16 best schools this decade.

Bill Bender

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Lorenzo Booker destroyed me in 'NCAA Football,' and other great EA Sports memories

SN's Bill Bender recounts the time he was humbled by one of the best in "NCAA Football," and other memories of the franchise.

Bill Bender

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Alabama LB Terrell Lewis tears ACL — timetable for return 'unknown'

The junior linebacker missed 10 games with a torn ligament in his elbow in 2017.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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'NCAA Football': Why video game series hasn't returned five years after last release

Fans are reminiscing about the loss of the "NCAA Football" franchise on the five-year anniversary of its lasts release. Here's why college sports games went extinct, and what could bring them back.

Bryan Wiedey

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Michigan State's Jalen Watts-Jackson forgoes senior season to join the Air Force

Jalen Watts-Jackson, the hero of Michigan State's stunning 2015 win over Michigan, is moving on from football.

Christian Shimabuku

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Bret Bielema to Kansas makes sense — but so do these four schools

Bret Bielema will likely end up in the Heartland for his next coaching job, so Kansas could end up having competition down the road.

Bill Bender

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Fox, Big Ten Network pursuing ESPN's Paul Finebaum

There's a powerful new team bidding for Paul Finebaum's services: Fox Sports and its affiliated Big Ten Network.

Michael McCarthy

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Golden State vs. Alabama: Which dynasty does it better?

Alabama and Golden State are two universally hated dynasties, each representing the class of their respective sport — but which team does it better?

Bill Bender

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Oklahoma's Lincoln Riley: 'No way' Georgia has top-five defense in Big 12

Oklahoma coach Lincoln Riley has a high opinion of Big 12 offenses, and used Georgia to make his case.

Gabrielle McMillen

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Oklahoma-Oklahoma State: Can Cowboys add chaos to Bedlam?

Bedlam has become a one-sided affair between Oklahoma and Oklahoma State. What can the Cowboys to catch up with the Sooners?

John E. Hoover

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Ohio State-Michigan: Can Jim Harbaugh loosen Buckeyes' 15-year grip on 'The Game'?

Michigan is still trying to catch up to Ohio State in "The Game." What is the state of one of college football's biggest rivalry heading into 2018?

Bill Bender

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Group of 5 predictions: Conference picks, sleepers, big games and Heisman hopefuls for 2018

Will UCF make a run that makes the College Football Playoff committee a little uncomfortable? Sporting News makes its predictions for the Group of 5 conferences.

Bill Bender

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Florida-Florida State: Dan Mullen, Willie Taggart must turn up offense in Year 1

The Florida-FSU rivalry hasn't been quite as big in recent years. Will first-year coaches Dan Mullen and Willie Taggart change that?

Bill Bender

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Michigan State gets commitment from 5-star OT Devontae Dobbs

Michigan State has received a commitment from Devontae Dobbs, who would be the biggest recruit to sign with the Spartans since the 2014 class.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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USC-UCLA: Clay Helton, Chip Kelly must take Pac-12 rivalry to national stage

Chip Kelly is back on campus at UCLA, and Clay Helton has USC back in the limelight. Together, they must restore a national rivalry.

Bill Bender

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Alabama-Tennessee: Will Jeremy Pruitt bring much-needed life to Third Saturday in October?

Will the Third Saturday in October have any extra meaning in the SEC race in 2018? We break down the state of the Tennessee-Alabama rivalry.

Bill Bender

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Alabama tried to make Lane Kiffin wear bulletproof vest at Tennessee

Alabama was reportedly unwilling to take a chance in Lane Kiffin's return to Knoxville.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football's toughest places to play, from Death Valley to Husky Stadium

What are the toughest venues in college football? Sporting News finds the last places you'd want to play heading into 2018.

Bill Bender

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LSU gets commitment from 5-star CB Derek Stingley

LSU received a commitment from five-star cornerback prospect Derek Stingley, a Baton Rouge, La., native.

Christian Shimabuku

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Oklahoma rewards Lincoln Riley, football staff with hefty pay raises

Oklahoma is giving Lincoln Riley and his staff more money after the team won its third consecutive Big 12 title and returned to the College Football Playoff.

John E. Hoover

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Josh Jackson to remain with Virginia Tech after status cleared, per report

The redshirt sophomore reportedly is cleared to stay with Virginia Tech after reports arose his status was uncertain due to an academic issue.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Jim Harbaugh, Jalen Hurts and other unpopular opinions for 2018 season

A look at five unpopular college football opinions involving Jim Harbaugh, Jalen Hurts and others involved in the College Football Playoff race.

Bill Bender

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These six teams can shake up College Football Playoff race with a September statement

Here are a few off-the-radar teams that could mix it up if they pull off one big statement game.

Bill Bender

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West Virginia's Dana Holgorsen embraces expectations of pivotal season

West Virginia coach Dana Holgorsen isn't shying away from the demands and expectations of a pivotal season in the Big 12.

John E. Hoover

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Maryland OL Jordan McNair dies after being hospitalized from workout

The Maryland offensive lineman was hospitalized on May 29 after participating in an organized team workout.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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WVU's Dana Holgorsen on NCAA rulings: 'One is a good rule, and one is horrible'

West Virginia coach Dana Holgorsen thinks the NCAA's transfer rule could result in college football becoming the "wild, wild west."

John E. Hoover

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NCAA showed progress with its latest rules, and that's a start

The NCAA showed rare progress with a pair of rulings that should protect the current model, at least for a little while longer.

Bill Bender

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Dismissed Kentucky DB Marcus Walker found with $95K, per report

The former Kentucky defensive back was reportedly found with $95,000 in cash, cocaine and marijuana at the time of his arrest.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Ranking Pac-12 coaches: UCLA's Chip Kelly will challenge for top spot soon

Chip Kelly returns to the Pac-12 with UCLA, but he'll have to prove himself again to take the top spot from a group that includes a pair of top-10 coaches.

Bill Bender

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Ranking Big 12 coaches: Should Oklahoma's Lincoln Riley hold top spot?

Oklahoma's Lincoln Riley enjoyed a fantastic debut with the Sooners, but he isn't the top coach in the Big 12 ... yet. Check out our rankings.

Bill Bender

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Ranking ACC coaches: Will anybody challenge Clemson's Dabo Swinney?

Dabo Swinney leads our ACC coach rankings for 2018. Can anybody close the gap on his Clemson machine?

Bill Bender

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Ranking Big Ten coaches: Where does Nebraska's Scott Frost fit in loaded field?

Nebraska's Scott Frost joins a loaded list of Big Ten coaches led by Ohio State's Urban Meyer. Where does the Huskers coach fit in his first year?

Bill Bender

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Ranking SEC coaches: Nick Saban welcomes new challengers to his kingdom

Nick Saban is an obvious choice for No. 1 among SEC coaches, but how do the other 13 coaches shake out? Breaking the conference down:

Bill Bender

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Penn State long snapper surprised with scholarship

Penn State long snapper Kyle Vasey was told to quit his job Tuesday.

Christian Shimabuku

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Michigan QB Shea Patterson selected by Rangers in MLB Draft

Shea Patterson, who hasn't played baseball in college, was selected in the 39th round by Texas as a third baseman.

Christian Shimabuku

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Archie Manning humbled by World War II Museum, American Spirit Medallion honor

Archie Manning will join prestigious company when he's awarded with the American Spirit Medallion on Friday, an award highlighting his community service in New Orleans.

Bill Bender

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College Football Playoff poll: Would you bet against Clemson-Alabama IV?

Would you take Clemson and Alabama or "the field" when picking the 2018 College Football Playoff champion? SN explores that question.

Bill Bender

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Should Oklahoma's Kyler Murray pick football or baseball? A case for each sport

Which sport should Oklahoma standout Kyler Murray pick after Oakland raised the stakes in the MLB Draft? The case for football and baseball.

Bill Bender

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Carson Palmer, Darren McFadden headline 2019 College Football Hall of Fame ballot

Carson Palmer and Darren McFadden headline the National Football Foundation's nominees for the 2019 College Football Hall of Fame ballot.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Les Miles shows off acting skills by reenacting classic films

Watch the 64-year-old show off his acting skills in scenes from The Godfather, Silence of the Lambs and Independence Day.

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Breaking down college football's 2018 over/unders for Power 5 conferences

Sporting News breaks down the win total predictions for every major conference in college football. Which teams at the top won't hit their total?

Bill Bender

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Source: Cannabis oil unrelated to Auburn rescinding offer to C.J. Davis

A source close to the situation said C.J. Davis' use of cannabis oil had nothing to do with the school rescinding its offer of a preferred walk-on.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Texas gets commitment from 5-star OT Tyler Johnson

Tom Herman continues his recruiting tour de force with another five-star commitment, this one from offensive tackle Tyler Johnson.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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South Carolina gets commitment from 5-star DE Zacch Pickens

Defensive end Zacch Pickens is the highest-rated recruit at South Carolina since Jadeveon Clowney signed with the Gamecocks.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Auburn reportedly rescinds offer of preferred walk-on because of cannabis oil use

C.J. Harris, a would-be preferred walk-on at Auburn, has been told he's ineligible to play because he takes cannabis oil to treat seizures.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Wisconsin's starting nose tackle can do backflips like it's nothing

Olive Sagapolu won't let his 336-pound frame stop him from some impressive acrobatics

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Penn State gets commitment from 5-star LB Brandon Smith

Penn State has received its first five-star commitment of the 2019 recruiting class with linebacker Brandon Smith.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Michigan's Shea Patterson or LSU's Joe Burrow: Who makes bigger 2018 impact?

Michigan's Shea Patterson and LSU's Joe Burrow will be counted on to make significant impacts for their respective teams in 2018. Which quarterback will deliver more for their new team?

Bill Bender

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Yes, Joe Burrow at QB should excite LSU fans this much

Why are LSU fans so excited about Ohio State transfer Joe Burrow? It gives the Tigers the QB they've been looking for.

Bill Bender

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Former Ohio State QB Joe Burrow commits to LSU, per report

The former Ohio State quarterback will be immediately eligible to play as a graduate transfer.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Tua Tagovailoa says he was set to leave Alabama if he had sat out title game

Tagovailoa also reportedly said he was longing for an easier assignment at USC as he sat behind Jalen Hurts early in his freshman season.

Tom Gatto

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College Football Playoff: Each conference's best title contenders in 2018

Sporting News pins down eight teams truly capable of winning the College Football Playoff championship in 2018.

Bill Bender

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Alabama, Nick Saban need these seven teams on future schedules

Alabama scheduled USC, Notre Dame and Texas this offseason, but we want to see Nick Saban take on these seven schools in the neat future.

Bill Bender

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Alabama, Texas announce home-and-home series for 2022-23

College football powerhouses Alabama and Texas will meet for the first time since the 2010 BCS championship game and for only the 10th time overall.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football future schedules: Best nonconference games from 2018-22

A look at the best nonconference matchups from 2018-22 in college football.

Bill Bender

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Alabama blocking graduate transfer from attending SEC programs, per report

Alabama is reportedly blocking Brandon Kennedy — who has already got his degree — from transferring to SEC programs.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Michigan's Jim Harbaugh 'exploring' potential preferred compensation for players

Harbaugh wonders if there's a way Michigan can compensate its players for their role in Amazon's "All or Nothing" series on the Wolverines.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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ESPN's Marcellus Wiley could succeed Colin Cowherd — again

Marcellus Wiley took over for Colin Cowherd on "SportsNation" six years ago. Now, sources tell SN, he's being considered for a role on FS1's "Speak for Yourself," which Cowherd plans to leave.

Michael McCarthy

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Former Alabama, Arizona State QB Blake Barnett transferring to USF, per report

The former five-star prospect has reportedly landed at South Florida after a second transfer.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Joe Burrow's seven best transfer options after leaving Ohio State

Ohio State quarterback Joe Burrow is on the graduate market now. A look at the best transfer options for the former Buckeyes QB.

Bill Bender

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Ohio State's Joe Burrow announces decision to transfer

Ohio State quarterback Joe Burrow announced his intention to transfer on Tuesday, which pairs down the Buckeyes' quarterback race.

Bill Bender

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Ohio State QB competition: Sizing up Dwayne Haskins and Tate Martell

How will the Ohio State quarterback competition shake out? Sporting News looks at the battle between Dwayne Haskins and Tate Martell.

Bill Bender

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Hawaii coach calls out Oregon State for 'sloppy' tampering

Oregon State coach Jonathan Smith and his staff appear to have sent spring game invites to Hawaii players, which is very much against the rules.

Jordan Heck

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Georgia rewards Kirby Smart with seven-year, $49 million contract

Georgia has committed to Kirby Smart through 2024.

Gabe Fernandez

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Les Miles' son to transfer from Nebraska

The son of the former LSU football coach will not be a Nebraska Cornhusker in 2018.

Gabe Fernandez

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