How Ryan Day's National Championship transcends the state of Ohio back to his roots in New England

Ryan Day finally has the monkey off his back after delivering Ohio State's first National Championship in over a decade, but the state of Ohio isn't the only place celebrating.

Penn State defensive end Abdul Carter linked to top-3 NFL Draft pick, struggling AFC North football franchise

Penn State's Abdul Carter is a highly-touted NFL draft pick that one AFC North team may zero in on this spring.

Paul Finebaum earns Ryan Day's respect, makes Michigan football fans' blood boil following championship win

Paul Finebaum didn't hold back after Ohio State knocked off Notre Dame to win the national championship.

Paul Finebaum does the unthinkable with startling admission about the Big Ten after Ohio State's national title win

Paul Finebaum made a shocking statement about the SEC after Ohio State's national championship win over Notre Dame.

Ohio State and Ryan Day's National Championship celebration interrupted by hilarious golf cart fiasco

Ryan Day and Ohio State definitely weren't expecting this on the way to their National Championship celebration.

Stewart Mandel defends fate of Ohio State football coach Ryan Day in lieu of beating Notre Dame in title game

One college football writer put to bed any doubts regarding Ohio State and its head coach, Ryan Day.

Colin Cowherd declares Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith 'most NFL-ready freshman' after CFP National Title performance

Ohio State made history Monday night, claiming the first 12-team College Football Playoff National Championship with a thrilling 34-23 victory over Notre Dame, capped by a pivotal play from freshman sensation Jeremiah Smith.

Michigan's Desmond Howard makes shocking statement toward Ohio State fans, Ryan Day coaching criticism

Desmond Howard took a verbal jab at Ohio State fans in defense of Ryan Day.

Raiders eyeing former USC, Super Bowl-Winning coach as top candidate

The Las Vegas Raiders may have missed out on Ben Johnson, but their reported top target for head coach is a name that’s sure to turn heads. Could a former USC and NFL champion be the answer in Las Vegas?

Analyst makes bold College Football Playoff national title game football pick between Ohio State, Notre Dame

Ohio State-Notre Dame is nearly about to get underway, which means last-minute bets are getting placed on both sides

Ex-USC QB Caleb Williams secures dream football coach to fix Chicago Bears' struggles ahead of 2025 NFL season

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has his head coach of the future in former Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson.

Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day was deeply 'disappointed' losing Quinn Ewers for emerging star QB

Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day shared a stunning admission about Quinn Ewers ahead of the CFP title game.

Ohio State football coaching legend Urban Meyer teases one key for Buckeyes to beat Notre Dame in title game

Former Ohio State coach Urban Meyer knows what it's like to win at the highest level and said Ryan Day could do the same recently.

NBA star LeBron James delivers epic hype video spot in anticipation for Ohio State-Notre Dame CFP title game

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James took time to pay tribute to his favorite college football team, the Ohio State Buckeyes, before the national championship against Notre Dame.

Chicago Bears set to interview Ohio State Heisman Trophy winner in surprising head coaching search twist

The Chicago Bears’ head coaching search takes a surprising turn as they prepare to interview a College Football Hall of Famer with minimal NFL coaching experience.

Ex-Illinois safety Quan Martin makes game-changing play in Commanders-Lions NFL Divisional Playoff game

Quan Martin got props from his old Illinois coach, Bret Bielema, during the Commanders-Lions NFL Divisional Round game.

USC’s surprising hire of Rob Ryan makes perfect sense for Lincoln Riley’s Trojans

Lincoln Riley’s latest addition to USC’s defensive staff has raised eyebrows, but Rob Ryan’s hiring as linebackers coach and assistant head coach could be just what the Trojans need heading into 2025.

Of the six Big Ten football teams ranked in preseason, who disappointed the most?

The Big Ten had good representation in college football's preseason rankings, but several disappointed on a massive scale in the B1G's first season with 18 teams.

Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day shares inspiring message ahead of national title game vs. Notre Dame

Ryan Day is all business entering Monday night's national championship against Notre Dame.

Former Big Ten QB Cade McNamara's college football career takes complete 180-degree turn in transfer shock

Quarterback Cade McNamara hit the transfer portal again and has a new team to play for this fall.

Ohio State assistant football coach potentially jumping to sleeping SEC giant shut down by analyst

One Ohio State assistant football coach is garnering interest from around the Power 4, but one SEC opportunity isn't likely for Ryan Day's right-hand man.

Ohio State and Florida avoiding major mistake Texas A&M, Auburn, FSU, LSU, and Nebraska made

Ohio State and Florida could be setting a trend in college football after several Power 4 schools before them did the opposite and suffered for it.

Joel Klatt compares Ohio State-Notre Dame title game to 2002 Super Bowl featuring soon-to-be HOF QB Tom Brady

Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt sees contrasting styles between Ohio State and Notre Dame ahead of Monday night's national title game.

Paul Finebaum teases scorching take on Ohio State's 'bad guys on the street' persona before Notre Dame game

Paul Finebaum has warmed up to the idea that Ohio State may blowout Notre Dame next Monday night.

Ohio State winning the College Football Playoff title game wouldn't erase all of Ryan Day's failures

Ohio State winning the College Football Playoff National Championship would be the start of Ryan Day's redemption arc. Not the conclusion.

Ohio State's lack of recent championship success holds Buckeyes back in college football history

Ohio State can't be on any college football Mount Rushmore considering the Buckeyes' futility in recent postseasons.

Legendary Lou Holtz can't keep Ohio State coach Ryan Day out of his mouth before college football title game

Former Notre Dame coach Lou Holtz and Ohio State coach Ryan Day are still trading barbs before both teams play each other in the College Football Playoff national title game.

Defending Big Ten college football champion Oregon has high expectations in way-too-early 247 Sports rankings

With Oregon coach Dan Lanning staying put coaching college football for the foreseeable future, the Ducks attempt to repeat as Big Ten champions next fall.

Championship-seeking Ohio State leads Big Ten in way-too-early 247 Sports 2025 college football rankings

Ohio State coach Ryan Day has his hands full next season, regardless of how the national title game against Notre Dame plays out.

Illinois football sees shocking dip below Citrus Bowl opponent in way-too-early top-25 247 Sports rankings

Illinois will have to prove the doubters wrong again next season after coach Bret Bielema improved his previous year's win total by five games this season, resulting in a bowl victory.

CBS Sports' Josh Pate shares point total Notre Dame football must aim for to upset Ohio State in title game

The college football national title game, which pits Ohio State vs. Notre Dame, already has a hidden storyline one analyst says could change the game's outcome.

Ex-NFL DC-turned-Michigan, Big Ten DC Wink Martindale linked to two NFL football coaching jobs next season

Former New York Giants defensive coordinator Wink Martindale, who transitioned to Ann Arbor, could be back on the NFL coaching market.

Penn State RB Nicholas Singleton to get reunited with teammate Kaytron Allen for 2025 Big Ten football reunion

Penn State returns Nicholas Singleton and Kaytron Allen in the backfield next season as the Nittany Lions contend for another College Football Playoff berth.

Lou Holtz-Ryan Day football beef gets brutal update ahead of CFP title game between Ohio State, Notre Dame

Ohio State coach Ryan Day and former Notre Dame coach Lou Holtz haven't been on the best of terms but did the pair patch things up?

Ex-Indiana coach-turned Penn State defensive coordinator Tom Allen linked to College Football Playoff ACC job

Former Indiana coach Tom Allen, who served as Penn State's defensive coordinator this past season, could be on the move to the ACC soon.

Analyst John Ziegler causes college football madness by stirring Ohio State-Notre Dame championship pot

Notable radio host John Ziegler rocked the college football world with a controversial College Football Playoff stance.

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman focused on beating Big Ten, Ohio State instead of NFL coaching vacancies

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman has drawn interest from a prominent NFL franchise with a second-year former Heisman Trophy winner.

Ex-Michigan assistant Connor Stalions rubs salt in football wound following Ohio State's Cotton Bowl win

Connor Stalions couldn't help but chime in on the Big Ten-SEC College Football Playoff debate.

ESPN's Pat McAfee gives fan-like reaction to Jack Sawyer's touchdown in Ohio State's Cotton Bowl win vs. Texas

ESPN's Pat McAfee had a little too much fun during his alternate broadcast of the Cotton Bowl between Ohio State and Texas.

ESPN's Paul Finebaum calls Texas' Cotton Bowl loss 'seminal' for division gap between SEC, Big Ten football

ESPN's Paul Finebaum grieved that the SEC's dominance over the Big Ten is no longer imbalanced.

Ohio State football coach Ryan Day backs 'legend' Jack Sawyer following game-winning Cotton Bowl sequence

Ohio State is the talk of college football following its heroic Cotton Bowl win, which clinched a spot against Notre Dame in the national title game.

Big Ten-turned-SEC legend Nick Saban gets extraordinary college football honor in Cotton Bowl surprise reveal

Nick Saban is now part of college football immortality.

Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love targets Ohio State 'revenge' after clinching Orange Bowl, national title spot

Jeremiyah Love is locked into the College Football Playoff semifinals following Notre Dame's Orange Bowl win.

Kirk Herbstreit shares passionate take on Ohio State football, debunks key misconception ahead of Cotton Bowl

ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit wants to see Ohio State earn more respect ahead of its matchup against Texas in the Cotton Bowl.

Penn State coach James Franklin has emotional response following Orange Bowl loss vs. Notre Dame

James Franklin had an emotional moment in the press conference after the Orange Bowl.

Texas has hope vs Ohio State in College Football Playoff due to Big Ten QB with 7 TDs and 9 INTs who beat Buckeyes

Texas has a clear blueprint to follow to upset Ohio State in the College Football Playoff that a Big Ten with marginal stats used to beat the Buckeyes.

Drew Allar, Penn State's offense sets unbelievable stat in Orange Bowl loss to Notre Dame

Penn State’s Orange Bowl loss to Notre Dame wasn’t just a heartbreak—it revealed one of the most shocking offensive stats in recent memory.

When the world needed him most, Penn State QB Drew Allar was nowhere to be found in College Football Playoff

Penn State QB Drew Allar pulled a disappearing act during the College Football Playoff against Notre Dame. The Nittany Lions lost and are now going home because of it.

Penn State QB Drew Allar rocks college football world with season-ending blunder in Orange Bowl vs. Notre Dame

Penn State quarterback Drew Allar let his season slip away in Miami.

Michigan football fan Dave Portnoy kills Notre Dame's Orange Bowl performance, sends concerning Big Ten jab

Dave Portnoy has had a field day in his critique of Notre Dame's Orange Bowl performance against Penn State thus far while sending a troubling Big Ten message.

Former Georgia starting QB Carson Beck linked to one College Football Playoff Big Ten team in transfer portal

New developments arose Thursday when it was revealed now-ex Georgia quarterback Carson Beck intends to transfer this offseason, and a Big Ten team wants to pursue him.

Ohio State football fans hilariously make key mistake in anticipation for Cotton Bowl semifinal vs. Texas

Ohio State fans invested in the Cotton Bowl are a day early, while some are also a dollar short.

Oregon coach Dan Lanning scapegoated by Boise State's Dirk Koetter for shocking allegation after CFP loss

Boise State offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter gave a potentially ugly inside scoop into the Oregon Ducks football program following the Broncos' playoff loss to Penn State.

Dan Orlovsky sparks Penn State QB Drew Allar's NFL Draft potential before Orange Bowl semifinal vs. Notre Dame

Penn State quarterback Drew Allar may increase his draft stock after all.

Xavier Lucas takes drastic action in standoff over Wisconsin transfer block

The battle between Xavier Lucas and Wisconsin intensifies.

Stephen A. Smith takes verbal jab at SEC pundit on 'First Take,' makes bold College Football Playoff pick

When analyzed side-by-side, ESPN's Stephen A. Smith discussed why the Orange Bowl is better than the Cotton Bowl when debating Paul Finebaum.

ESPN personality Paul Finebaum pulls back Big Ten football dismay in stunning College Football Playoff remarks

ESPN's Paul Finebaum appears to have warmed up to the idea of the Big Ten being a premier football conference.

Bret Bielema exposes ESPN's Adam Rittenberg for critical Illinois tweet, creates viral social media firestorm

When national media comes after Illinois' Bret Bielema, be prepared to hear about it publicly, as ESPN's Adam Rittenberg recently did.

James Franklin remains frustrated with college football's unclear ask about shocking sport-wide issue

James Franklin is tired of the lack of transparency regarding the conference alignment debate around college football.

CBS analyst Dennis Dodd predicts stunning future for Ohio State's Ryan Day following College Football Playoff

Although Ohio State has been unbeaten in the College Football Playoff thus far, is it enough to save Ryan Day's fate in Columbus?

Former Texas A&M QB Johnny Manziel gives Penn State's Drew Allar career-defining advice ahead of CFP semifinal

Former Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel broke down mistakes he hopes Penn State quarterback Drew Allar won't make at the next level.

James Franklin amps up Orange Bowl anticipation with status update about star DE Abdul Carter in CFP semifinal

Penn State coach James Franklin provided a key update on Abdul Carter's playing status for Thursday night against Notre Dame.

Michigan-Ohio State sign at WWE-Netflix event recalls Ryan Day's losing streak in rivalry known as 'The Game'

Although the latest edition of "The Game" is over two months old, one fan hasn't let the spirit of the rivalry die yet.

Kirk Herbstreit rips ESPN-SEC narrative, defends Big Ten, Ohio State before College Football Playoff semifinal

ESPN color analyst Kirk Herbstreit set the record straight about alleged SEC bias during his commentary while praising the four-team College Football Playoff semifinal.

Ex-USC QB Caleb Williams sent grim warning from Chicago sports talk radio host following mind-blowing question

Ex-USC-turned Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was the center of attention following a year-end press conference after the team finished 5-12 this past season.

ESPN gives Penn State the worst odds to win it all in the College Football Playoff

ESPN's latest projections aren't giving the Nittany Lions much of a chance to get past Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl.

Ohio State's Will Howard caught between mind-blowing claim about his status as 'worst remaining QB' in CFP

Texas alumnus Emanuel Acho is not a fan of Ohio State quarterback Will Howard ahead of the Cotton Bowl.

ESPN personality Paul Finebaum names one Big Ten team to play for College Football Playoff national title game

ESPN personality Paul Finebaum gave his national title prediction by going against the SEC in a shocking twist.

Bret Bielema drops all-time response when way-too-early rankings include SEC team Illinois beat in bowl game

Illinois coach Bret Bielema was letting some prominent media outlets hear it after omitting his team from way-too-early 2025 rankings and Big Ten bowl season stats.

Penn State banking on historic edge as they get set to face Notre Dame in Orange Bowl clash

Penn State's paths to their previous national titles were very similar to this season.

Ohio State’s Rose Bowl blowout breaks records in inaugural year of expanded College Football Playoff

Sports media expert Joe Pompliano explained the historical significance of Ohio State's 41-21 Rose Bowl win against Oregon from a TV perspective.

Ryan Day praised by Ohio State WR Brandon Inniss as football coach 'you want to play for' ahead of Cotton Bowl

Wide receiver Brandon Inniss has a soft spot for Ryan Day entering Ohio State's clash with Texas in the Cotton Bowl.

Big Ten generates $40 million with Ohio State, Penn State advancing to College Football Playoff semifinal

The Big Ten is getting a good return on its investment with a potential Ohio State-Penn State College Football Playoff national title game on the horizon.

Michigan AD Warde Manuel assesses Wolverines head football coach Sherrone Moore’s performance

Michigan AD Warde Manuel opened up on Wolverines head football coach Sherrone Moore's up-and-down debut leading the program in 2024.

James Franklin gives game-changing update on Abdul Carter's playing status entering Notre Dame CFP semifinal

Penn State fans could be in for a treat based on James Franklin's recent comments regarding the status of defensive end Abdul Carter and his availability for the Orange Bowl against Notre Dame.

Dan Orlovsky claims Ohio State 'best team in college football,' calls for coach Ryan Day to stay in Columbus

Former NFL quarterback-turned-analyst Dan Orlovsky does not think Ohio State coach Ryan Day deserves the criticism he gets from the college football playoff community.

Nick Saban admits he went against grain with Ohio State-Oregon pick in College Football Playoff Rose Bowl

Ex-Alabama coach-turned-analyst Nick Saban clarified his comments following Ohio State's 20-point Rose Bowl win against Oregon.

Paul Finebaum teases historic college football Big Ten 'paradigm' if Ohio State-Penn State rematch caps season

One college football insider predicts an Ohio State-Penn State national championship game could change the current landscape of college football forever.

Ex-Purdue coach Ryan Walters earns familiar opportunity while remaining in Big Ten following 1-win 2024 season

Ryan Walters is no longer a head coach but remains in the Big Ten as a coordinator. Where did he end up?

Big Ten commisioner Tony Petitti gets high praise from one of league's most charismatic football coaches

Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti was shouted out by one of the premier coaches in the league for his efforts on pulling off a newly minted conference season with an expansion from 14 to 18 schools.

Kurtis Rourke carried Indiana to historic season while playing through major injury

Kurtis Rourke led Indiana to having one of the best offenses in the country.

Nick Saban names the one Big Ten team that made him change his mindset during the College Football Playoff

Former Alabama coach-turned-analyst Nick Saban gave high praise to one of the Big Ten’s remaining College Football Playoff teams.

James Franklin to make college football history alongside Notre Dame’s Marcus Freeman ahead of CFP semifinal

Penn State coach James Franklin is setting himself up to be remembered in college football lore for a long time.

Bret Bielema has epic New Year's Day social media takedown after T-Bar incident makes Shane Beamer irate

The heated exchange pitting Bret Bielema and Shane Beamer against each other kept social media buzzing on New Year's Day. Illinois won the Citrus Bowl against South Carolina, 21-17, capping a 10-win season.

Dan Lanning claims Rose Bowl loss to Ohio State was 'not our day,' compares to Buckeyes' Week 14 Michigan loss

Oregon coach Dan Lanning remained classy in defeat following a season-ender to Ohio State in the Rose Bowl on New Year's Day.

Ohio State QB Will Howard blocked from Rose Bowl stage in hilarious postgame snub

Will Howard had some trouble getting on the victory stage after beating Oregon in the Rose Bowl.

Ryan Day has full-circle moment after 'fun' revenge against Oregon Ducks in College Football Playoff Rose Bowl

Ryan Day may have regained trust from the college football community and Ohio State fans following its revenge victory against the Oregon Ducks in the Rose Bowl.

Dan Lanning calls Jeremiah Smith 'NFL ready' after Ohio State’s Rose Bowl blowout

Dan Lanning had no choice but to watch Ohio State WR dominate his Ducks on Wednesday.

Penn State earns gaudy prediction for last two College Football Playoff games after beating Boise State

Penn State is getting gaudy predictions about their remaining College Football Playoff fate after downing Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl.

Bret Bielema, Shane Beamer trade post-game press conference barbs following controversial Citrus Bowl ending

Illinois beat South Carolina 21-17 win in the 2024 Citrus Bowl to earn its first bowl win in over a decade and first New Year's bowl win in two decades.

Illinois QB Luke Altmyer slams SEC hype, says South Carolina mistook them for an ACC team before Citrus Bowl upset

Illinois QB Luke Altmyer sounds off about South Carolina's disrespect.

Illinois social media goes haywire after ref blunders, preventing double-digit Citrus Bowl halftime lead

Illinois fans on social media, particularly 'X,' were not thrilled with the first-half officiating job in the 2024 Citrus Bowl.

Michigan takes down Alabama in ReliaQuest Bowl with a double-take-worthy stat

Michigan didn't veer away from what made them successful this season against Alabama in the ReliaQuest Bowl.

College Football Playoff Quarterfinal Predictions: Will Ohio State vs. Oregon be different this time around?

The College Football Playoff's second round begins New Year's Eve and culminates on New Year's Day with Notre Dame-Georgia and Ohio State-Oregon.

Illinois, South Carolina meet for first time in college football Citrus Bowl, seeking SEC-Big Ten supremacy

History will be made in the 2024 Citrus Bowl when Illinois takes on South Carolina on New Year's Eve in Orlando, Fla., at Camping World Stadium.

Washington transfer WR throws massive shade at former teammate Quinn Ewers over reported $6 million offer

Former Texas WR didn't hold back on his former QB.

What time is the Alabama vs. Michigan game?

The Sporting News has everything you need to know about the Alabama vs. Michigan game, including TV and streaming information for the ReliaQuest Bowl.

Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith issues bold warning to Oregon defenders ahead of Rose Bowl rematch

Jeremiah Smith could once again be the difference maker for Ohio State in the Rose Bowl.

Bret Bielema has NSFW reaction to Illinois pep rally before Citrus Bowl game against South Carolina

Illinois coach Bret Bielema arguably had too much fun during Monday's pep rally ahead of its New Year's Eve Citrus Bowl game against South Carolina.

Will Howard says Ohio State ‘beat ourselves’ as Buckeyes prepare for Oregon rematch in Rose Bowl

Will Howard is hoping for a much better ending in rematch against Oregon in the Rose Bowl.

Dillon Gabriel fires back at age critics ahead of Rose Bowl showdown with Ohio State

Oregon's QB says that age has helped him improve for the next level.

Bret Bielema shares importance of having 'catalyst' ahead of Citrus Bowl, seeks first 10-win Illini season

Bret Bielema told local media how critical a victory against South Carolina would be in propelling Illinois to further heights. Illinois is seeking its first 10-win season since 2001, the first in Bielema's tenure.

Penn State's James Franklin calls for major change in college football, names "obvious choice" for commissioner

James Franklin says there's an "obvious choice" who should be the commissioner of college football.

Illinois to don viral scripted college football helmets for first time in Citrus Bowl vs. South Carolina

The Illinois football program's uniform combo will take a unique twist on New Year's Eve when it plays South Carolina in the Citrus Bowl,

Matt Rhule delivers heartfelt gesture to former Nebraska Cornhusker players before eventual Pinstripe Bowl win

Nebraska coach Matt Rhule invited 18 former players to attend Nebraska's 20-15 Pinstripe Bowl win against Boston College, its first postseason victory in nearly a decade.

Bret Bielema shares jaw-dropping NIL valuation of Illinois football, Big Ten placement ahead of Citrus Bowl

Bret Bielema was unafraid to speak his mind regarding revenue sharing and NIL regarding his Illinois football program ahead of its Citrus Bowl matchup against South Carolina.

College football analyst calls Oregon-Ohio State Rose Bowl ‘instant classic 2.0’ in Big Ten quarterfinal

Oregon rematches Ohio State in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal round, better known as the Rose Bowl. Oregon won the first matchup 32-31.

Wisconsin preventing Xavier Lucas from transferring raises eyebrows as portal deadline looms

Will Wisconsin allow Xavier Lucas to enter the transfer portal?

Former Alabama coach Nick Saban gives scorching take regarding Ohio State fan behavior toward Michigan

Former Alabama coach and current College GameDay analyst Nick Saban went off on Ohio State fans obsessing over the Michigan rivalry. Coach Ryan Day has lost to Michigan four straight times, including a 13-10 defeat last month.

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

The Sporting News has everything you need to know about Texas A&M vs. USC, including TV and streaming information for the Las Vegas Bowl.

Oregon football coach Dan Lanning closes door on NFL coaching opportunities ahead of Ohio State CFP matchup

Don't expect Oregon coach Dan Lanning to leave Eugene anytime soon, at least not for an NFL head coaching vacancy. Lanning and the Ducks rematch Ohio State in the Rose Bowl on New Year's Day with a semifinal spot on the line.

Ex-Ohio State QB Troy Smith poses shocking response to Dave Portnoy's Michigan-Alabama guest picker invite

Although it took three weeks, former Ohio State quarterback Troy Smith finally responded to Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy's offer to join him in Tampa for the ReliaQuest Bowl before Michigan plays Alabama as a guest picker. Michigan upset Ohio State 13-10 in Week 14 to end the Buckeyes' conference title hopes.

Oregon, Ohio State lead Big Ten in national championship odds ahead of Rose Bowl rematch on New Year's Day

With six days to go until the Rose Bowl matchup between Oregon and Ohio State, both teams represent the Big Ten alongside Penn State as the three programs with significant odds of winning a national title next month. Oregon handed Ohio State its first loss in October, 32-31.

College football analyst praises Penn State ahead of Fiesta Bowl, points to 'pressure' to advance to semifinal

National college football analyst Josh Pate likes what he sees from Penn State ahead of its second-round matchup against Boise State. However, Pate believes the Nittany Lions' path to the semifinal may never again be this manageable.

Michigan adds No. 1 transfer portal RB from Alabama

Michigan looks to improved their backfield for the 2025 season.

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith stands firm on flawed College Football Playoff system, uses Ohio State as scapegoat

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith delivered an epic eight-minute rant following the first round of the College Football Playoff. Smith said the Oregon-Ohio State Rose Bowl matchup is a disservice to when it should be played: the national championship.

Joe Buck, Troy Aikman defend Indiana Hoosiers' College Football Playoff placement after opening round loss

When doing an advertisement read during "Monday Night Football" between the Green Bay Packers and New Orleans Saints, Joe Buck and Troy Aikman shut down any backlash the Indiana Hoosiers received following their playoff loss to Notre Dame. Buck is an Indiana supporter despite not graduating.

Former SMU QB Preston Stone takes talents to Northwestern in Christmas Eve college football commitment

Quarterback Preston Stone officially committed to Northwestern with a year of eligibility remaining after leading the SMU Mustangs to 13 wins in 16 starts.

Nebraska adds key weapon for Dylan Raiola with SEC wide receiver transfer

Nebraska lands a key offensive transfer portal addition, helping Dylan Railoa.

Indiana lands 3,000-yard, top-ranked QB transfer to replace Kurtis Rourke

Curt Cignetti has found his quarterback for next season.

Ex-Penn State backup quarterback Beau Pribula inks $1.5 million-dollar NIL deal from non-CFP SEC team

Former Penn State backup quarterback Beau Pribula has reportedly found his new team after opting to enter the transfer portal following the Nittany Lions' Big Ten title loss to Oregon.

Michigan lands experienced transfer portal QB to bolster room alongside five-star Bryce Underwood

The QB room for Michigan is set to look much different in 2025.

Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe take Kirk Herbstreit to task over Ohio State, Ryan Day comments

Did Kirk Herbstreit set himself up for the First Take hosts to clap back at him?

How Ohio State put Michigan behind them, despite Tennessee takeover in Horseshoe in CFP first-round

This was the Ohio State team everyone expected.

Oregon may have No. 1 seed, but Ducks have toughest road to College Football Playoff National Championship too

Oregon won't receive the benefits a No. 1 seed should in the College Football Playoff, especially considering the strength of their first opponent.

Ohio State caught in heated NFL-college football debate on ESPN’s ‘PTI’

The NFL competes directly with the College Football Playoff opening-round matchups on Saturday, putting Ohio State vs. Tennessee as the nightcap on ABC. The NFL has typically dominated the Saturday slate in late December, entering newfound territory.

Son of Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles pledges to Michigan program after leaving SEC powerhouse

Linebacker Troy Bowles is set to transfer from Georgia to Michigan ahead of the 2025 season. Bowles is the son of Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles, whose team is in the thick of the NFC South playoff race.

Former top 100 recruit transfers to Oregon, his third school in four years

Defensive lineman and former top 100 recruit Bear Alexander committed to Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks Friday night. Alexander had previous stops at USC and Georgia over the past few seasons.

Twitter overreacts to Indiana’s blowout loss in College Football Playoff: ‘Fire Cignetti'

The college football community criticized Curt Cignetti after Indiana's 27-17 loss to Notre Dame on Friday night. This was the first time both programs had played each other since 1991.

Curt Cignetti faces backlash for playing conservative after big talk before Notre Dame thumping in CFP

Curt Cignetti's coaching decisions were put into question after brash comments on College GameDay.

ESPN's Rece Davis explodes on Ohio State fans who want Ryan Day fired with loss in College Football Playoff

ESPN's Rece Davis made a bold claim regarding Ryan Day's future at Ohio State if it were to lose to Tennessee Saturday night in Columbus. The Buckeyes lost to Michigan in Week 14, blowing their chance at a Big Ten title berth.

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti makes egotistical comment about its College Football Playoff resume

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti turned heads ahead of its College Football Playoff matchup with Notre Dame. The Hoosiers won all but one game during the regular season and none against teams whose resume qualified for the AP Top 25.

Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day gets strong defense from coaching legend in viral rant

Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day has a friend in the media, one who he coached against in his only College Football Playoff Championship appearance.

USC brothers duo reportedly eyeing major SEC school visit

Zachariah Branch and brother Zion reportedly have eyes on major SEC school visit

Indiana head football coach Curt Cignetti makes predictably bold proclamation ahead of Notre Dame matchup

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti's rhetoric was on-brand ahead of its opening-round College Football Playoff game against Notre Dame. The Hoosiers are poised to make a deep run after finishing the regular season 11-1.

James Franklin raises concerns about homefield advantage ahead of Penn State's College Football Playoff showdown with SMU

How much homefield advantage will Penn State have on Saturday?

Illinois QB Luke Altmyer breaks silence after announcing return to Fighting Illini for Citrus Bowl, 2025

Illinois' Luke Altmyer opened up regarding his return to Champaign next season. Illinois plays South Carolina in the Citrus Bowl.

ACC school emerges as top landing spot for former five-star USC tight end

Where might Duce Robinson play next season?

Curt Cignetti makes major announcement regarding future at Indiana

Michigan alumni Jake Butt ranks upset win against Ohio State as No. 1 Big Ten game

Michigan alumni Jake Butt chronicled his top five Big Ten games from the regular season. Which game did he rank No. 1?

USC star WR hits transfer portal with exclusive condition

Zachariah Branch looks to have a certain set of schools in mind.

USC game-changing WR Zachariah Branch shakes up transfer portal

USC wide receiver now becomes one of the biggest names in the transfer portal.

James Franklin points to lack of college football oversight in recent backup QB transfer

Penn State coach James Franklin broke his silence after his now-ex-backup quarterback, Beau Pribula, opted to leave State College amid the College Football Playoff's first round and the rapid rise of the transfer portal. Penn State hosts SMU on Saturday afternoon.

Dan Orlovsky hints at Ryan Day’s job security, fuels rumored Ohio State head coach speculation

Is Ryan Day's job in jeopardy? Does Dan Orlovsky know something that others don't?

Tennessee fans set to invade Ohio State for CFP home game, ticket data shows

Tennessee fans are looking to make The Horseshoe feel like Neyland come Saturday.

Will Howard gets major injury update ahead of Ohio State-Tennessee College Football Playoff clash

Ryan Day gives an update on his starting QB ahead of CFP first-round game against Tennessee.

Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day shares shocking statement that sets off Buckeye fans

Ohio State coach Ryan Day pulled back the curtain ahead of Saturday's first-round playoff game against Tennessee. The Buckeyes missed out on a Big Ten Championship appearance with a loss to Michigan in Week 14.

Bryce Underwood’s 2025 Michigan classmate dials up hype for Wolverines’ two-time ‘Mr. Football’

2025 Michigan commit Bryce Underwood got some well-deserved praise from fellow future teammate Jasper Parker after Underwood won "Mr. Football" as the state's best player. Underwood flipped his pledge from LSU in a record-breaking deal.

Air Noland enters transfer portal: where might the Ohio State QB land if he leaves Columbus?

Where might the former four-star QB land?

Drew Allar returns to Penn State for 2025 college football season after backup QB hits transfer portal

Quarterback Drew Allar will return to Penn State for his senior season next fall. Allar led the Nittany Lions to their first Big Ten title game in nearly a decade, falling to eventual champion Oregon.

Fighting Illini QB Luke Altmyer makes game-changing announcement at Illinois-Tennessee basketball game

Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer sent State Farm Center into a frenzy at the Illinois vs. Tennessee men's basketball game. The Illini are set to play South Carolina in the Citrus Bowl on New Year's Eve.

Oregon QB, Heisman finalist Dillon Gabriel reacts to winning ‘Silver Football’ after Ducks’ undefeated season

Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel earned the "Silver Football" award from the Chicago Tribune, given to the player the publication defines as the best in the Big Ten. The Ducks won a conference title in their first year as part of the 18-team league against Penn State.

College football community clown Ohio State for making Michigan’s postgame celebration illegal at Ohio Stadium

It appears the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry will be changed moving forward, as a sportsmanship bill was enacted after Michigan planted its flag after a 13-10 Week 14 upset. Michigan has won the last four matchups in the series.

Can we give the 12-team College Football Playoff a chance?

The first-ever 12-team College Football Playoff field wasn't perfect, but can we at least give it a chance before bashing it any further?

Barry Odom sends strong message on his plans as Purdue coach

The newly minted Purdue coach has been tasked with rebuilding the program from a Big Ten bottom-feeder to a contender. Purdue fired Ryan Walters following a 1-11 regular season, failing to win a game in conference play.

Curt Cignetti raised shocking level of NIL funding for Indiana this season

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti worked from the ground up to make college football's most unlikely turnaround possible. The Hoosiers qualified for the College Football Playoff for the first time in school history this season.

Indiana's Curt Cignetti puzzled by potential College Football Playoff road game

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti had choice words for the College Football Playoff Committee one day before the 12-team reveal. Cignetti is confused about why the Hoosiers may get snubbed from hosting a first-round game, and rightfully so.

Retired Ohio State coach Urban Meyer did the right thing amidst rumors of return

Former Buckeyes coach Urban Meyer stood down on returning to college football, much less coming back to coaching. He is within the right to do so.

How to listen to Oregon vs. Penn State on the radio

Here is everything that you need to know in order to listen to Oregon vs. Penn State on the radio.

What time is the Big Ten championship today?

Here's everything you need to know about the Big Ten Championship game between Oregon and Penn State, including TV channel and live stream information.

Sherrone Moore repeats Ohio State troll during Michigan-Iowa basketball game

Sherrone Moore did the flag-plant gesture at the Michigan-Iowa basketball game, reminding Ohio State who won "The Game."

Bret Bielema accuses unnamed schools of 'national bank day' after 2025 signing period

Illinois coach Bret Bielema didn't take too kindly to the fact that specific Power Four programs have bigger budgets than his. Bielema called for advocacy changes for college football teams to compete with similar NIL budgets.

National Signing Day 2024: Big Ten's biggest winners and losers

Big Ten headlines historic weekend of conference championship matchups

With the College Football Playoff picture starting to take shape, fans turn their attention to a historic weekend of conference championship matchups.

College football can't afford to ditch conference title games

There's a movement around college football to eliminate conference championship games. But in the P4 leagues, the two-team final is the only way to establish a legitimate champ.

Joel Klatt predicts Penn State's College Football Playoff opponent leading into Big 10 title game

FOX Sports analyst Joel Klatt has Penn State hosting Tennessee in his latest College Football Playoff bracket

College football insider Joel Klatt votes against Ohio State firing Ryan Day for two key reasons, compares him to legendary coaches

Amidst calls to fire Ryan Day, FOX Sports analyst Joel Klatt presents his strong opinion of the Buckeyes retaining Day for two crucial reasons.

Urban Meyer has 'no interest' in returning to Ohio State, has 'full confidence' in Ryan Day

Assessing every Power 4 conference's most disappointing team: The defending national champions, contenders that weren't, supposed CFP snub

The 2024 college football season was as unpredictable as anyone could've expected. These four Power 4 programs were not expected to be so disappointing.

Curt Cignetti assistant gets UCLA offensive coordinator job hours after Eric Bieniemy’s firing from Bruins

One major piece of Indiana's offensive puzzle will head to UCLA next season. It comes days before the Hoosiers playoff hopes are decided, finishing the regular season 11-1, the best in school history.

Buckeyes head football coaching legend addresses bombshell Ryan Day rumor, has no interest in Ohio State

Ryan Day won't be removed from his Ohio State head football coaching role. To that end, he'll never be replaced by a certain Buckeyes coaching legend.

USC potentially losing head football coach Lincoln Riley to UCF would be awful news in LA, great news in Orlando

Trojans head football coach Lincoln Riley taking the UCF job would be a boon for the Knights but a disastrous development for USC.

Oregon’s shocking blue-chip flip from Ohio State explains why he chose Ducks over college football blue-blood, home-state Auburn

Oregon pulled off a shocking blue-chip flip from Ohio State. The No. 1 overall recruit from the state of Alabama explained why he chose the Ducks over the Buckeyes and Auburn.

Calls to fire USC head football coach Lincoln Riley intensify as Trojans lose highly-touted QB1

Lincoln Riley's coaching struggles have been the story of USC's 2024 football season. It just reached a new low.

Big 12 school that just parted ways with head football coach making calls for USC's Lincoln Riley

Lincoln Riley is getting calls from one Big 12 school that just lost its head coach. Could the USC head football coach make the jump from the Big Ten?

Viral Ryan Day tweet shows how little college football fans respect Ohio State head coach

An Oregon Ducks fan took a hilarious social media jab at Ohio State's Ryan Day following a 13-10 conference championship elimination loss to Michigan. The Buckeyes are ranked sixth in the latest edition of the College Football Playoff rankings.

Penn State’s path to upsetting Oregon in Big Ten Championship Game, grabbing College Football Playoff bye revealed by NFL vet

Penn State’s chances of upsetting Oregon aren’t as far-fetched as some might think. The Nittany Lions finished the season 11-1 to qualify for the Big Ten title game this Saturday.

Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti honored as Indiana awaits College Football Playoff fate

First-year Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti took home several honors on December 3 ahead of the Hoosiers' finding out their playoff fate. Indiana finished the regular season 11-1, its best year in school history.

USC writer proposes Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day hiring Big Ten HC to replace Chip Kelly as offensive coordinator

If Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day isn't fired, could he be in the market for another Big Ten HC? One USC writer believes it's a possibility.

Alternate angle of Michigan-Ohio State brawl makes Buckeyes head football coach Ryan Day even worse

A new angle on the Michigan-Ohio State post-game brawl has emerged, showing Ryan Day doing little to prevent damage from either side. The Buckeyes lost 13-10, eliminating OSU from Big Ten title contention.

Nebraska makes popular hiring with Cornhusker fans at offensive coordinator

Nebraska returned a one-time offensive analyst to become the team's permanent offensive coordinator on December 2.

USC transfer portal QB Miller Moss linked to another Big Ten school that offered him out of high school

USC quarterback Miller Moss entered the transfer portal on December 2, and a few teams are already interested. A Northwestern insider pointed out a factoid that could garner some attention.

Oregon head football coach Dan Lanning reveals how Penn State showdown extends beyond the Big Ten Championship Game

Oregon head football coach Dan Lanning addressed the long-term ramifications of facing Penn State in the Big Ten Championship Game.

Penn State head football coach James Franklin shares controversial viewpoint on running up the score against Maryland

Penn State head football coach James Franklin has felt the heat from the 4-8 Terrapins; his response may have just put this hate to bed.

Purdue AD Mike Bobinski shares shocking put down of fired Boilermakers head football coach Ryan Walters

Purdue athletic director Mike Bobinski kept a blunt stance regarding the football program's immediate future Monday. Purdue fired coach Ryan Walters following a 1-11 season and a 66-0 loss to Indiana this past Saturday.

Tired James Franklin narrative says little about Nittany Lions ahead of Penn State-Oregon Big Ten Championship Game

The same narrative being pushed about Nittany Lions head football coach James Franklin for years doesn't mean Penn State-Oregon is already decided.

What caused the fight between Michigan, Ohio State? Explaining how Wolverines, Buckeyes got hit with 200K in fines

Ohio State and Michigan had a UFC-like brawl after the Wolverines prevailed 13-10 Saturday afternoon in Columbus. It was the fourth straight time the Wolverines had defeated Ohio State, thus ending its Big Ten title hopes.

If Buckeyes head football coach Ryan Day isn’t fired, Ohio State AD Ross Bjork must explain four straight losses to Michigan including Week 14 as a big favorite

Buckeyes head football coach Ryan Day is still Ohio State's coach, but if that's the case in 2025, one analyst wants an explanation for the Week 14 loss to a 6-5 Michigan.

Wake Forest head football coach Dave Clawson floated for Purdue opening after Boilermakers fire Ryan Walters

One analyst believes Wake Forest head coach Dave Clawson would be a perfect fit to lead the Purdue Boilermakers back to prominence once again. Ryan Walters was fired after two seasons in West Lafayette, failing to win a Big Ten game this season.

College football analyst suggests a deeper motive behind Ohio State's retention of Ryan Day amid Johnny Cooper 2.0 scenario after Buckeyes' loss to Michigan

Ohio State is retaining Ryan Day after yet another loss to Michigan. One analyst pointed out the parallels between the current Buckeyes head football coach and another who couldn't get the job done.

Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day may have higher odds of being fired than Ryan Walters despite Purdue’s 1-11 season

Purdue coach Ryan Walters could be on the chopping block following a 66-0 loss to Indiana Saturday night in Bloomington. Purdue finished the season 1-11.

Penn State doesn't deserve to be in the Big Ten Championship Game, but the Nittany Lions have a massive opportunity to help College Football Playoff chances

Penn State isn't a worthy adversary to Oregon in the Big Ten Championship Game, but now that the Nittany Lions are here, they have a chance to improve their standing in the College Football Playoff.

Twitter heavily leaning one way in Big Ten Championship Game matchup between Oregon, Penn State

Oregon will meet Penn State in the 2024 Big Ten Championship in Indianapolis. Penn State got the help it needed Saturday as Michigan beat Ohio State in Columbus and the Nittany Lions handled Maryland at home.

Arizona writer tabs Kenny Dillingham as a potential Ryan Day replacement as Buckeyes head football coach for Ohio State

Could Ohio State be looking at Arizona State head football coach Kenny Dillingham as Ryan Day's replacement? One Arizona beat writer believes it's possible.

Buckeyes head football coach Ryan Day chastised for role in Ohio State-Michigan postgame brawl, while Sherrone Moore is praised

Buckeyes head football coach Ryan Day did not have an impressive role in the Michigan-Ohio State postgame brawl after "The Game."

One more loss for Buckeyes head football coach Ryan Day likely leads to Ohio State firing him

Buckeyes head football coach Ryan Day's time in Columbus could be on its last legs after Ohio State lost to Michigan in "The Game' in Week 14.

Michigan RB Kalel Mullings condemns Ohio State after Wolverines upset, have postgame brawl with Buckeyes in all-time edition of ‘The Game’

Michigan RB Kalel Mullings did not hold back on Ohio State after the Wolverines beat the Buckeyes but got attacked at midfield postgame.

College football analyst calls for Ohio State fan who spit on Michigan players in the tunnel to be arrested

Week 14 of college football saw an Ohio State fan cross the line with Michigan players from the stands. One analyst wants justice.

Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day under fire after Buckeyes' rough showing against unranked Michigan

Ryan Day's rivalry week showing against the unranked Michigan Wolverines has been incredibly less than perfect, and Buckeye fans are letting him hear it.

What channel is Penn State vs. Maryland on today?

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