Cam Skattebo rushed for a career-high 262 yards, quarterback Sam Leavitt scored two touchdowns on the ground, and Arizona State managed to hold on in the final minutes to secure a 30-23 victory over Mississippi…
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No. 13 USC’s improved defense shines once more with a 48-0 rout of Utah State
Quinten Joyner ran for 84 yards and two touchdowns, and No. 13 Southern California’s improved defense achieved the Trojans’ first shutout since 2011 with a 48-0 win over Utah State on Saturday night. Miller Moss…
Griffin and Hankerson both score touchdowns, leading Oregon State to a 21-0 victory over San Diego State
Jam Griffin and Anthony Hankerson each ran for a touchdown, Gevani McCoy threw a 21-yard scoring pass to Bryce Caufield, and Oregon State won 21-0 against San Diego State on Saturday night. McCoy, who is…
Mike Leach’s legacy takes center stage as Washington State plays against Texas Tech
On a mirrored glass shelf in the Washington State head football coach’s office sits a small tribute to the late Mike Leach’s impact on the school. In the office of current head coach Jake Dickert,…
BYU defeated SMU 18-15, putting an end to the Mustangs’ nine-game home winning streak
Will Ferrin made a 26-yard field goal with 1:58 remaining after BYU had two crucial fourth-down runs, leading the Cougars to an 18-15 victory over SMU on Friday night and ending the Mustangs’ nine-game home…
Maalik Murphy guided Duke to a thrilling 26-20 win over Northwestern in double overtime
Maalik Murphy threw two quick touchdown passes in overtime, finding Jordan Moore with a 25-yard pass and Eli Pancol with a 3-yard pass, leading Duke to a 26-20 win over Northwestern at the temporary Lanny…
The Ducks drop in the rankings following a lackluster opener and will take on Boise State on Saturday night
The Ducks’ first game in the Big Ten didn’t go as hoped. Oregon won 24-14 against a tough Idaho team in their opener, but the performance didn’t meet expectations. Now, the No. 7 Ducks will…
No. 19 Kansas aims to secure a notable road victory against Illinois
A lot will be at stake on Saturday when No. 19 Kansas plays Illinois at a packed Memorial Stadium. The Jayhawks (1-0) are aiming for a significant road victory. The Illini (1-0) are eager to…
No. 20 Arizona seeks to address defensive weaknesses in their upcoming game against Northern Arizona
No. 20 Arizona had an exciting start to the season under coach Brent Brennan, putting up impressive numbers in a big win over New Mexico. The Wildcats didn’t perform as well on defense, missing many…
No. 17 Kansas State tests their away game performance against a Tulane squad aiming to prove itself in the College Football Playoff race
Kansas State’s previous visit to New Orleans didn’t end well. The Wildcats also lost their last game against Tulane. On Saturday, No. 17 Kansas State (1-0) will have the chance to turn things around in…
USC has retired Caleb Williams’ No. 13 jersey and reinstated Reggie Bush’s No. 5 to its honored position at the Coliseum
The University of Southern California has retired Caleb Williams’ No. 13 jersey and brought Reggie Bush’s No. 5 back to its honored spot among the retired numbers displayed at the Coliseum. The university announced these…
ACC schools have a new way to boost their revenue: Winning in the postseason
The Atlantic Coast Conference has spent a lot of time trying to find extra money to close the gap with the Big Ten and Southeastern conferences. The conference hopes that a new way of splitting…
LSU running back John Emery, who has had a tough run of luck, is set to miss more time due to an ACL tear
LSU running back John Emery has a torn ACL that will keep him out for the rest of his sixth season with the No. 18 Tigers, according to a source who spoke to The Associated…
Florida will rely on quarterback DJ Lagway for their game against Samford, as Graham Mertz is out with a concussion
Florida will likely be without quarterback Graham Mertz for their game against Samford on Saturday night, giving highly-regarded freshman DJ Lagway a chance to make his first career start. Mertz was taken out of last…
Under pressure Florida coach Billy Napier clears up remarks about ‘some guy in his basement’
Florida coach Billy Napier, who has been under a lot of pressure, has clarified his earlier remarks about “some guy in his basement,” calling it a “terrible choice of words.” Napier faced criticism for his…
No. 25 Clemson aims to silence its critics and secure a victory against the challenging opponent Appalachian State
With the criticism and calls for change surrounding him, Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said he is focusing on one goal — helping the 25th-ranked Tigers reach their full potential. This process begins with their game…
Quarterback Nico Iamaleava and the 14th-ranked Volunteers aim to carry their momentum into their game against No. 24 NC State
Quarterback Nico Iamaleava’s standout performance in Tennessee’s season opener has the 14th-ranked Volunteers feeling confident as they head into their game against No. 24 North Carolina State on Saturday night. Coach Josh Heupel is warning…
A major matchup at the Big House as No. 4 Texas travels to face No. 10 Michigan in their first regular-season meeting
Michigan’s Davis Warren may not have the same experience as Texas quarterbacks Quinn Ewers and Arch Manning. However, Warren’s journey is quite remarkable as he gets ready to start against the third-ranked Longhorns on Saturday.…
With a challenging schedule coming up, No. 1 Georgia faces a straightforward game against FCS opponent Tennessee Tech
With a tough schedule ahead, this is an opportunity for No. 1 Georgia to make some adjustments. You could call it an easy practice game. The Bulldogs (1-0) will play their home opener on Saturday…
The Cyclones are set to face the No. 21 Hawkeyes in the CyHawk matchup. Ferentz comments that the rivalry is ‘undervalued’ beyond Iowa
From the Missouri River to the Mississippi River and the 310 miles in between in Iowa, Saturday is a big day for college football fans. Iowa State will play against No. 21 Iowa in the…
With tough odds against No. 12 Miami, Florida A&M views the matchup as a valuable chance
Few people outside of Florida likely believe that No. 12 Miami will face much trouble against Florida A&M this weekend. The reason is clear: A Power 4 school playing against an FCS school almost always…
South Carolina had difficulties with their offense in the season opener and needs to make improvements before their SEC debut at Kentucky
South Carolina needs to quickly improve its offense. The Gamecocks focused on starting faster this offseason and expected some challenges without key players like quarterback Spencer Rattler and receiver Xavier Legette. However, their performance last…
Before the game against Nebraska, Colorado’s Deion Sanders gives high praise to rival coach Matt Rhule
A year ago, Deion Sanders turned his matchup with coach Matt Rhule and Nebraska into something personal. This season, he’s full of praise. The Colorado coach spoke highly of his rival just days before the…
In Week 2 of college football, the No. 3 Longhorns will travel to face the No. 10 Michigan in a clash between two storied programs
The highlight of Week 2 in college football kicks off early on Saturday. No. 3 Texas will visit No. 10 Michigan, the defending national champion, in the only top-10 matchup of the day. This game…
Kyron Hudson’s consistent performance paved the way for a standout catch in No. 13 USC’s victory over LSU
Even after making what might be the best catch of the college football season—a spectacular one-handed grab where he pulled the ball to his chest while twisting to the ground—Southern California wide receiver Kyron Hudson…
Pittsburgh will continue with redshirt freshman QB Eli Holstein following his strong performance in his first game
The quarterback battle at Pittsburgh is settled. Coach Pat Narduzzi has chosen Eli Holstein as the starter for Saturday’s game against Cincinnati (1-0), removing the “or” that previously linked Holstein and Nate Yarnell on the…
No. 1 Georgia navigated their season opener without encountering any significant injury problems
Georgia defensive standout Mykel Williams sprained his left ankle during the season-opening win against Clemson, but coach Kirby Smart said Monday that it shouldn’t be a long-term problem. Smart described the injury as a Grade…
No. 4 Texas is anticipated to challenge No. 9 Michigan, offering a tougher matchup compared to their recent easier schedules
Michigan has been in several high-profile games recently. The important games, including three consecutive trips to the College Football Playoff, didn’t take place early in the season. This week, Texas is coming to town, which…
The Tar Heels are turning to Conner Harrell as their quarterback following Max Johnson’s season-ending injury
North Carolina is moving ahead with Conner Harrell as its starting quarterback after Max Johnson’s season-ending injury in the opening win at Minnesota. “He’s just got to get confidence and go,” coach Mack Brown said…
Florida coach Billy Napier anticipates facing criticism following their most disappointing performance yet
It seems like things are not looking good for Florida coach Billy Napier right now. The situation might be worse than just the Gators’ six-game losing streak and a 41-17 defeat by Cam Ward and…
No. 15 Tennessee defensive lineman Emmanuel Okoye will miss the rest of the season due to a knee injury
Defensive lineman Emmanuel Okoye will not play this season after suffering a knee injury during fall camp with the 15th-ranked Tennessee Volunteers. Spokesman Bill Martin confirmed on Monday that Okoye will be out for the…
Alabama’s standout freshman Ryan Williams is aiming to build on his impressive debut
Ryan Williams might still be in high school, but instead, he’s a 17-year-old college student handling requests for photos during his classes. This is what happens to a top Alabama football recruit who was highly…
The deadline has passed for the Mountain West, Washington State, and Oregon State to extend their football scheduling agreement
The deadline of September 1 for renewing the football scheduling deal between the Mountain West, Washington State, and Oregon State has passed without an agreement. The conference announced on Monday that it expects to create…
Treshaun Ward paces Boston College to a 28-13 win against No. 10 Florida State
Bill O’Brien reminded everyone that it was just one win, but it was a huge first win of 2024 for Boston College and for the O’Brien Era. Treshaun Ward had 138 yards of total offense,…
J’Mari Taylor scores three touchdowns to lead North Carolina Central to a 31-24 victory over Alabama State
J’Mari Taylor ran for 128 yards and two touchdowns and caught a pass for another score as North Carolina Central overcame a long halftime thunderstorm to defeat Alabama State 31-24 in the Orange Blossom Classic…
Ohio State freshman receiver Jeremiah Smith demonstrates that he might live up to the hype
Jeremiah Smith gave a glimpse of his potential in his debut, suggesting he might meet the high expectations placed on him at Ohio State. The freshman receiver stood out on Saturday, leading the team with…
Woody Marks’ touchdown run with 8 seconds remaining secures a 27-20 victory for No. 23 USC over No. 13 LSU
Lincoln Riley had a flashback to three years ago when he was coaching Oklahoma. Back then, the Sooners were tied with their rival Texas, and a 33-yard run into the end zone with 3 seconds…
Defenses for No. 13 LSU and No. 23 USC show signs of progress in their first game with new coordinators
The defenses at No. 13 LSU and No. 23 Southern California were very weak last season, leading both teams to make big changes, including hiring new coordinators. Their early efforts seem to be working, especially…
Oregon State and Washington State kick off a Pac-12 season like no other
Oregon State and Washington State kicked off the 2024 season as the only remaining teams in the Pac-12. This season marks a new era in college football following the recent changes that left the Pac-12…
Bryson Barnes throws for two touchdowns and runs for another as Utah State defeats Robert Morris 36-10
Back-up quarterback Bryson Barnes threw for two touchdowns and ran for another on Saturday night, while Kyrese White caught three passes for 131 yards, including touchdown catches of 57 and 53 yards. Utah State defeated…
Kalen DeBoer wasn’t the only new Alabama player to stand out in the season-opening blowout
Kalen DeBoer guided his team through the pre-game walk of champions, past Nick Saban’s statue, and onto Nick Saban Field. The pre-game hype video featured Saban’s famous words from 2010, celebrating his first national title…
Riley Leonard shows calmness and leadership in No. 7 Notre Dame’s 23-13 victory over No. 20 Texas A&M
With the game tied late in the fourth quarter of his Notre Dame debut on Saturday night, quarterback Riley Leonard was confident he could guide the Fighting Irish to a win. “Everyone was sure we…
Tetairoa McMillan’s standout performance leads No. 21 Arizona to a 61-39 victory over New Mexico
New Mexico had a strategy to limit Tetairoa McMillan, using various defensive coverages against Arizona’s top receiver. However, they lost sight of McMillan on Arizona’s first drive, leading to a big gain, and couldn’t contain…
The dispute between Comcast and the Big Ten Network involving West Coast schools is contributing to the challenges of realignment
Fans of Washington, Oregon, Southern California, and UCLA hoped that moving from the Pac-12 to the Big Ten would resolve their viewing issues. However, that’s not the case. Fans of the Huskies and Ducks who…
Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders has signed a name, image, and likeness deal to wear Nike shoes and apparel
Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders is following in his father’s footsteps by signing a name, image, and likeness deal with Nike that covers both footwear and apparel. The details of the deal, which was announced on…
No. 13 LSU will introduce their revamped passing game in their opener against No. 23 USC
Kyren Lacy is likely the most experienced receiver on No. 13 LSU’s team now. In his two seasons with the Tigers after transferring from Louisiana-Lafayette, Lacy has gained 826 yards receiving. This is just over…
Florida running back Montrell Johnson has been cleared to play against No. 19 Miami after undergoing a knee scope
Florida running back Montrell Johnson has been given the green light to play against No. 19 Miami on Saturday, which is a big boost for the underdog Gators. Johnson had arthroscopic surgery on his left…
Kvaratskhelia leads Napoli to their first win under Conte with a 3-0 triumph over Bologna
Antonio Conte has Khvicha Kvaratskhelia playing at his best again, and Napoli is winning once more. Kvaratskhelia assisted one goal and scored another as Napoli defeated Bologna 3-0 on Sunday, marking the first Serie A…
Michigan has been notified of allegations from the NCAA concerning the sign-stealing investigation
Michigan has received the final version of a notice of allegations from the NCAA about an investigation into an in-person scouting and sign-stealing scheme run by a football staffer, according to the NCAA and the…
Aidan Birr nails a 44-yard field goal as time runs out, leading Georgia Tech to a shocking victory over No. 10 Florida State
Avery Boyd, Chase Lane, and Malik Rutherford decided to celebrate with their Georgia Tech teammates by doing an Irish jig while the team was passing around the Aer Lingus College Football Classic trophy. It was…