Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes gave $5 million to Texas Tech, his former school, on Thursday to help with a $242 million renovation of the south end zone of Jones AT&T Stadium and the Dustin R.…
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Washington State welcomes the spotlight that will be on the unique Cougars in 2024
Jake Dickert had a moment of clarity last December as he looked back on a season that was unique in the history of Washington State football. With uncertainty about the future of the Cougars, Dickert…
Gus Malzahn is confident that Central Florida will make progress in its second season in the Big 12
Central Florida knew that moving to the Big 12 would be challenging. The Knights won six games in their first season in the conference, played in a bowl game for the eighth year in a…
The strengthened Big Ten and SEC are poised to dominate college football both on the field and in other areas
Faced with the possibility of severely damaging a conference it helped establish more than 100 years ago, Oregon chose to leave the Pac-12 and join the Big Ten, even though this decision meant receiving only…
Auburn Tigers quarterback Payton Thorne returns for his second year with a more talented supporting cast around him
The Auburn Tigers are hoping for a better season from quarterback Payton Thorne, who now has more talented playmakers around him. Thorne’s average passing stats, lack of reliable targets, and occasional poor pass protection contributed…
Miami (Ohio) coach accuses Alabama of ‘illegally recruiting’ kicker Graham Nicholson, but DeBoer denies the claim
Miami (Ohio) coach Chuck Martin is accusing Alabama of “illegally” recruiting his former All-America placekicker Graham Nicholson, a claim that Crimson Tide coach Kalen DeBoer denies. Martin made the accusation after being asked in a…
Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes aim to transform excitement into victories as they join the Big 12
Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes have switched conferences, coordinators, and their offensive line (again). They’ve also updated their uniforms. What hasn’t changed is the excitement around the team. Regardless of their record, the Buffaloes…
No. 23 USC hopes a defensive overhaul will help them make a bid for the College Football Playoff
Offense was not the issue during Lincoln Riley’s first two seasons at Southern California. Even with 2022 Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams leading a high-scoring unit that averaged over 41 points per game, the Trojans…
Michigan State coach Jonathan Smith attracted players from Oregon State and convinced Spartans to remain with the team
Jonathan Smith appears to be the coach Michigan State needs nearly a year after allegations against Mel Tucker caused major issues for the program. Smith, who is known for his steady approach and experience in…
Gophers QB Max Brosmer makes a strong impression as a fast learner and natural leader after arriving from the FCS
Max Brosmer has given the Minnesota Gophers a lot of confidence in their new starting quarterback. He is a dedicated and thoughtful player whose interest in chess has helped him understand the offense better. As…
Maryland’s task in 2024 is to find a replacement for their high-producing quarterback, Taulia Tagovailoa
Taulia Tagovailoa provided Maryland with four years of stability at quarterback and helped coach Mike Locksley improve the program’s reputation. Now, the Terrapins need to prove they can continue their success without their star quarterback.…
White, Donaldson, and Greene lead West Virginia’s powerful rushing attack in the revamped Big 12
West Virginia has its strong rushing game returning, and if the improvements on a weak defense can prevent some of the problems from last year, the Mountaineers could make an impact in the Big 12…
Kansas hopes that with a healthy Jalon Daniels at quarterback, the Jayhawks can move from being good to great in the Big 12
Jalon Daniels posed for the cameras, showing off his flexibility, and his back, which has caused him so much trouble in the past couple of years, seemed to move easily in many directions. This is…
Starting quarterbacks at LSU and USC have taken on prominent roles after being patient during the transfer portal era
In a time when moving to different schools is easier than ever, Southern California’s Miller Moss and LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier are showing how patience can still be rewarding. Moss and Nussmeier were highly ranked recruits…
Kirk Ferentz and an assistant have been suspended for No. 25 Iowa’s season opener due to a recruiting violation, according to reports
Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz and assistant coach Jon Budmayr will be suspended for the No. 25 Hawkeyes’ season opener against Illinois State on August 31 due to a recruiting violation involving quarterback Cade McNamara, according…
In Dublin, Uiagalelei and King will be in the spotlight as No. 10 FSU and Georgia Tech start the season
For someone as well-traveled as DJ Uiagalelei, this will be his first time outside the country. Uiagalelei will make his debut with his third college on Saturday when No. 10 Florida State plays Georgia Tech…
TCU definitely doesn’t want a repeat of 2023 after going from the national title game to finishing with a losing record
TCU safety Abe Camara and the Horned Frogs definitely don’t want a repeat of last season, when they struggled to recover from a hangover effect. After an undefeated regular season in 2022 and a spot…
Behren Morton is named Texas Tech’s starting quarterback for opening day, a position that has been troubled by injuries in recent years
Behren Morton is starting the season as Texas Tech’s quarterback for the first time, while coach Joey McGuire is hoping that injuries won’t force a need for a backup again this year. It has been…
The MAC has implemented a player availability report for football games, aligning with the Big Ten
The Mid-American Conference is now requiring teams to give player availability reports to the league at least three hours before football games this season. This new rule follows a similar one put in place last…