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SEC makes big change to keep up with Big Ten in strength of schedule race for College Football Playoff.

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Predictably, quarterbacks are the heavy favorites to lead the race for the Heisman in 2025.

Ranking the 15 greatest Texas players of all time

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Ranking the top 12 college football transfers at quarterback

Last year's national championship game featured two first-year transfer quarterbacks. Can any of these players bring their new teams to the CFP final?

'It's still old West Virginia to me': Rich Rodriguez goes deep on his return

Rich Rodriguez led WVU to three straight Top 10 seasons from 2005-07. He left, and the program has had none since. Rodriguez is back for what will be a fascinating second act.

NCAA fails to drop hammer on Michigan, but penalties could still hurt

This resolution of this sensational scandal came down to one thing -- money.

HISTORY releases 'Clemente' trailer for upcoming documentary on Pirates legend

Take a look at the teaser for the upcoming documentary about Pirates legendary baseball player Roberto Clemente.

Ranking the 16 greatest Michigan players of all time

A wide array of players have made major impacts at Michigan over the years, but which separated themselves enough to make this elite list?

Ranking the 16 greatest Alabama players of all time

Even with a storied history, the Nick Saban era provided a wide array of legendary Crimson Tide players over the years.

College football updated polls: AP Top 25, Coaches Poll rankings released for 2025 season

College football rankings 2025: Texas edges Penn State at No. 1 in AP Preseason Top 25

Texas is No. 1 in the AP Preseason Poll for the first time in school history. 

How accurate is the AP Preseason Top 25? Inside the numbers of the past 5 years

Which teams have been predictable, which have not, and why it all matters.

Meet Pitt's Kyle Louis – the best LB in college football heading into 2025

The secret to the former three-star's success has been, in part, his appetite for film study.

Sporting News 2025 college football Preseason All-America team

The Sporting News 2025 preseason All-America team features 29 players who competed in the first 12-team playoff last season.

Texas, Ohio State, Penn State lead preseason Top 25 Coaches Poll

Texas and Ohio State, who will face each other in Week 1, sit atop the preseason Top 25 Coaches Poll.

Why is Sterling Sharpe in Hall of Fame? Revisiting dominant three-year stretch

Sterling Sharpe made the most of his seven seasons in the NFL.

Pacman Jones declares Joe Burrow the NFL's No. 2 QB behind Patrick Mahomes

Pacman Jones shared a few of his preseason takes with Sporting News.

Hall of Famer Devin Hester says he's on board with new Bears coach Ben Johnson

Devin Hester was running a USAA Salute to Service boot camp at Bears training camp, and he shared his excitement about Chicago's upcoming season.

CFP director Rich Clark says 12-, 14- and 16-team formats are on the table

College football's commissioners have until Dec. 1 to decide on the format for the College Football Playoff for 2026 and beyond.

Jim Phillips says he has dual mission: Protect ACC and do what's right for college sports

ACC commissioner Jim Phillips has the ACC on stable ground after a few years of uncertainty.

Ranking the 10 best and worst golf movies of all time

Bill Belichick proves charming, informative and comfortable at ACC Kickoff

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FSU coach Mike Norvell embraces the desperation surrounding the Seminoles

Mike Norvell, coming off a 2-10 season, wants his players to be desperate to succeed.

Carson Beck talks transfer from Georgia, what lies ahead with Miami in 2025

Miami's new quarterback knows he will be under pressure, and he feels he's ready for it.

Ranking the 15 greatest Ohio State players of all time

With 93 consensus All-Americans in school history, there was no shortage of talent to choose from.

Would Bulls have won eight straight titles if Michael Jordan did not retire?

The Houston Rockets won both NBA titles when Michael Jordan stepped away to play baseball. Chicago won three before and three after. What if the Rockets had to face Jordan?

Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James: Which star played the role of villain more?

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The case for Michael Jordan over LeBron James in NBA's GOAT debate

A case can be made for the mind-numbing career numbers LeBron James has put up. But Michael Jordan will always have the trump card: Six NBA Finals, six titles, six Finals MVPs.

Move over, Tim Tebow -- the SEC has its latest QB crush in Arch Manning

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Greg Sankey walking a tightrope with CFP expansion stance

Greg Sankey made a bold statement Monday at SEC Media days, which could put his conference at odds with the Big Ten.

Deion Sanders shows why he will keep our attention with Colorado in Year 3

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Why Big 12 must back up the Brett Yormark's two-team CFP promise in 2025

The Big 12 has survived the defection of Texas and Oklahoma. Now it must establish strong teams at the top to complement the parity the league has built.

Jim Thorpe's legendary exploits come to life in HISTORY documentary

HISTORY's latest sports documentary focuses on Jim Thorpe, who was voted the greatest athlete of the first half-century in 1950 ahead of Babe Ruth, Jack Dempsey and others.

College football predictions for 2025 bowl games, 12-team CFP playoff

You're already looking at who is going to be in the Pop-Tarts Bowl. Admit it. (So are we.)

College Football Playoff predictions: How the 12-team playoff will shake out in 2025

The seeding has changed for Year 2 of the 12-team playoff, which will affect how the tournament plays out this season.

How Big Ten, SEC must compromise for next College Football Playoff expansion

It appears the Big Ten and SEC need to negotiate on what the next era of the College Football Playoff will look like. Here's where they should start.

Peyton Manning on Arch Manning's patience at Texas: Proud of his commitment

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Ranking the top 25 hottest rivalries in college football for 2025

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When did your city wins its last pro sports championship in the MLB, NBA, NFL or NHL?

Peyton Manning talks latest venture with 'The Mega Brands That Built America' on HISTORY Channel

​College football 2025: Preseason top 25 rankings, bowl projections, All-Americans and more

As the 2025 college football season approaches, Sporting News has you covered from every angle.

Michigan gets its day in NCAA court for 2023 sign-stealing: What will verdict be?

Michigan is presenting its case to the NCAA this weekend, and a ruling will arrive in the next 45 days. Here's how we got here.

Ranking SEC football schedules, from hardest (Florida) to easiest (Missouri)

For the second straight season, the Gators face a brutal slate inside the league.

Remembering Bill Walton's time as sixth man with Celtics

Bill Walton was a big piece of the third NBA title during the Celtics' Larry Bird era.

Texas, Ohio State, Penn State are consensus top teams in 2025 preseason polls

The consensus top two teams will square off in Week 1 when Texas visits Ohio State.

Ranking Big Ten football schedules, from hardest (Wisconsin) to easiest (Illinois)

Illinois faces just one team ranked in the Sporting News preseason Top 25 next season.

Is 4-4-2-2-1 a playoff model or a zip code? The CFP is floating some bad ideas

The 4-4-2-2-1-3 automatic qualifier model for the 16-team playoff is bad. Play-in games in the 16-team CFP are worse.

Ranking college football coaches 1-136 for 2025 season

Sporting News annual college football coach rankings returns with Deion Sanders making a jump, Mike Norvell taking a dip and Dan Mullen returning to the game.

Ranking the top 25 college football coaches, from Kirby Smart to Bret Bielema

Our annual coaching rankings have arrived, and a six-time Super Bowl winner has entered the chat.

Cornell vs. Maryland NCAA men's lacrosse championship TV, schedule and prediction

The Big Red and Terrapins are squaring off in a battle of the top two programs lacrosse programs. Sporting News breaks down what to expect in the NCAA's national championship game.

NCAA men's lacrosse Final Four predictions: No. 1 Cornell in the driver's seat

No. 1 Cornell is looking for its first national championship in men's lacrosse since 1977. 

Straight seeding for CFP the first of more needed steps to improve postseason

The straight seeding for the 2025 College Football Playoff is an improvement. Here are four more steps the CFP committee needs to take.

Is this the Pacers' best playoff comeback ever at Madison Square Garden?

The Pacers have a history of historic comebacks against the Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Why dropping Notre Dame from the schedule makes sense for USC

Notre Dame and USC have not come to an agreement to extend their nearly 100-year series, but USC's case for ending it is valid.

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Three of SN's last five preseason No. 1 QBs in college football went No. 1 in the NFL Draft.

Men's lacrosse quarterfinal predictions: ND keeps rolling; No. 1 Cornell advances

Notre Dame will take on Penn State as it tries to keep its hopes alive of a three-peat.

Best and worst prime-time games of 2025 NFL season

The NFL's 2025 prime-time slate is chock full of top teams and big matchups...for the most part. Bill Bender counts down the five best and five worst prime-time tilts this season.

Loyola lacrosse legend Pat Spencer is finding minutes in Warriors backcourt

Pat Spencer was the NCAA men's lacrosse Player of the Year in 2019. He promptly dropped that sport to pursue his basketball dream, and now he finds himself in the NBA playoffs.

There was a quiet hope at Shedeur Sanders' first day of Browns' rookie camp

After all the drama of the double-QB draft for the Browns, Day 1 of rookie camp passed quietly with Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders simply playing some football.

NCAA men's lacrosse tourney first-round predictions: Defending champs go down

Notre Dame is looking for a three-peat, but it has a tough opener at No. 4 Ohio State on Sunday.

Big 12 QB rankings for 2025: Sam Leavitt, Josh Hoover lead class that returns 10 starters

There is plenty of experience coming back at quarterback in the Big 12, including one of last season's biggest surprises.

Ranking the Big Ten QBs - Penn State' Drew Allar is the head of the class

Drew Allar will take center stage in 2024 while a pair of freshmen are poised to take over at Ohio State and Michigan.

SEC QB rankings for 2025: Arch Manning leads talented group

The top five signal-callers all return from the previous season

College football post-spring, post-portal Top 25 rankings for 2025

Tennessee was a big mover, in the wrong direction, from the Way-Too-Early rankings in January.

Meet 'Big Tasty', Ohio State's talented lacrosse goalie Caleb Fyock

Ohio State captured the Big Ten regular season title thanks to a 287-pound goalie who never has a bad day on the lacrosse field.

Winners & losers from the 2025 NFL Draft

Bears, Patriots add major value while Saints and Vikings make questionable decisions.

Nico Iamaleava, Bill Belichick lead spring transfer portal winners & losers

The spring transfer portal has seen a number of tricky situations unfold due to NIL.

NFL Draft picks by college: Ohio State leads with 14, Georgia edges Texas for second

It was another busy NFL Draft for blue-blood programs.

NFL Draft Big Board for 2026: Top 50 players overall, led by Arch Manning

The top seven projected players on our list are underclassmen.

NFL Draft QB grades for 2025: Titans ace first pick, Saints and Browns reach

Bill Bender grades the 2025 NFL Draft quarterback class, starting with No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward.

Texas players drafted 2025: Full list of NFL Draft picks from Longhorns, including Quinn Ewers, Jahdae Barron

Georgia players drafted 2025: Full list of NFL Draft picks from Bulldogs, including Jalon Walker, Trevor Etienne

Michigan players drafted 2025: Full list of NFL Draft picks from Wolverines, including Mason Graham, Will Johnson

Ohio State players drafted 2025: Full list of NFL Draft picks from Buckeyes, including Will Howard, Jack Sawyer

Alabama players drafted 2025: Full list of NFL Draft picks from Crimson Tide, including Jalen Milroe, Jihaad Campbell

Why Arch Manning could follow Uncle Peyton's footsteps and forgo NFL draft next year

NFL teams aren't looking forward to the QB class of 2026, except for Arch Manning. But what if NIL and fit prevent the legacy QB from leaving Texas early?

Shedeur Sanders winners & losers: Browns get QB depth, drama

A closer look at the fallout of the Shedeur Sanders saga, which will be talked about for years to come.

Shedeur Sanders best landing spots in Day 3, including Raiders, Jets, and Rams

Which team will call Shedeur Sanders' name on the third day of the NFL Draft? Here are the most likely candidates.

Ranking Shedeur Sanders' best draft landing spots for Round 2

Shedeur Sanders should not have to wait long to end his NFL Draft slide. Here are the best fits for the polarizing Colorado QB in the second round.

NFL Draft: Keep your eye on these 11 steals, including ND's Benjamin Morrison

Here are players to watch at 11 different positions who are flying a bit under the radar.

NFL Draft winners and losers from round 1

The Jaguars shocked the world by trading up and taking Travis Hunter. The Browns and Giants both passed on Shedeur Sanders, but were they winners or losers?

Where the road to No. 1 began: Inside Cam Ward's two years at Incarnate Word

A high school Wing-T quarterback enrolled at little-known Incarnate Word in 2020. Thursday, he will likely be the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft.

Ashton Jeanty talks dunking, Barry Sanders and his road to the NFL Draft

Boise State's star running back believes he's ready to make an instant impact in the NFL.

Where will Cam Skattebo get drafted? Projections vary for ASU's electric star

SN sought out opinions from a coach, an analyst and Mel Kiper Jr. on one of college football's most entertaining players from 2024.

NFL Draft QB rankings 2026: Arch Manning, Drew Allar lead the way

Manning will be a full-time starter for the first time this fall. Allar will start for his third season at Penn State.

All-time NFL quarterback draft: Ranking the best QBs taken with picks 1-32, from Peyton Manning to Lamar Jackson

A quarterback has been selected in 27 of the first 32 draft slots throughout the NFL's history. The Sporting News ranked the best picks ever, from Peyton Manning at No. 1 down to Lamar Jackson at No. 32 overall.

What will the Browns do at No. 2? Hunter, Sanders, Carter or trade down?

The Browns have several good options to choose from after the Titans presumably select Cam Ward at No. 1.

The 8 safest picks in 2025 NFL Draft, from Travis Hunter to Omarion Hampton

Everyone wants to hit on their first-round pick. These are your low-risk guys.

Nico to UCLA: The Vols, Bruins and Iamaleava family all come out behind

It is hard to find any winners as the bizarre situation reportedly closes, for now.

Where will Vols turn post-Nico? A look at portal options, UT's QB depth chart

Tennessee coach Josh Heupel has said the Vols will be seeking to add a quarterback during the spring transfer portal window. Who will be available?

NFL Draft: Predicting the landing spots of Shedeur Sanders, 12 other QBs

We have 13 college quarterbacks hearing their name called at the NFL Draft. Here is where we think they are going.

Hanging on to five-star QBs like Nico Iamaleava has never been more difficult

Quarterbacks transferring is nothing new, but Sporting News did a deep dive on just how many four- and five-star QBs are hitting the portal. The numbers are jarring.

Nico Iamaleava landing spots as star QB enters transfer portal

Nico Iamaleava's NIL mess shaping up as one big losing battle for Vols QB

The sophomore QB is reportedly looking for a bigger NIL deal from Tennessee, and a messy situation could become messier.

Julian Sayin ready to audition for QB1 at pressure-filled Ohio State

Five-star freshman sat behind Will Howard last season and is now fighting to be the starter when the Buckeyes face Texas to open the season.

Winners and losers from NCAA final: Walter Clayton Jr., SEC, too many fouls

All three Final Four games provided thrills and chills, and the Gators are on top for the first time since 2007.

Phi Slama Jama: Revisiting Houston's high-flying 1980s teams

Sporting News looks back at the Cougars teams of the early 1980s led by Hakeem Olajuwon and Clyde Drexler.

South Carolina vs. UConn odds, lines, predictions

South Carolina and UConn both cruised through their Final Four matchups, but how will things playout in the national championship game?

Pick against the spread for Houston-Florida national title game

Houston stunned Duke in the final minute on Saturday. Will they have enough left to top the mighty Florida Gators?

Top 25 players who did not win a college basketball national championship

Here is one 'best-ever' list Duke's Cooper Flagg is trying to stay off of.

Auburn or Florida will have a chance to end SEC's title drought Monday night

The SEC has won just one national championship in the past 18 years, but it is guaranteed to have a team in the championship game entering the Final Four.

Final Four 2025 picks, predictions against spread

The Final Four is set with Duke vs. Houston and Florida vs. Auburn, and The Sporting News has you covered with all the picks and predictions.

How many SEC teams will make the Final Four?

The SEC has a chance to break a historic March Madness record.

Tracking Division I college basketball coaching changes in 2024-25 season

Best coaching candidates to replace Kevin Willard at Maryland, from Duane Simpkins to Chris Mack

Maryland will be in search of a new coach (and new athletic director) after Kevin Willard left for Villanova.

Picks against the spread for the Elite Eight in the NCAA Tourament

Which teams will make the Final Four?

Against the spread picks for Sweet 16 matchups in NCAA Tournament

SN's Bill Bender is a red-hot 32 for 48 against the spread in the NCAA Tournament thus far.

Big Ten on Big Ten looms if rivals Michigan, Michigan State win on Friday

Two ancient Big Ten rivals could meet in the heart of SEC country for a trip to the Final Four.

Is Cooper Flagg a likeable Duke superstar? Like Zion, he may be breaking the mold

Star players from Duke have endured some healthy hatred from college hoops fans over the years, but Cooper Flagg has seemingly escaped that aspect during his Blue Devil experience.

Arkansas as Cinderella? It's the new March Madness reality in the NIL era

The Sweet 16 is made up only of Power 4 football schools, and that may become the rule and not the exception.

Picks against the spread for all eight second-round NCAA games on Sunday

The SEC could be in for a big day to close the second round.

NCAA Tournament is turning into the SEC-Big Ten Challenge

The SEC and Big Ten are piling up the wins at the NCAA Tournament, but it won't mean as much if neither league cuts down the nets in San Antonio.

After blowout win, Kentucky in line to snap frustrating Sweet 16 drought

Kentucky has not reached the Sweet 16 in the last four NCAA Tournaments. If that number hits five, it will be the longest drought in UK history.

March Madness betting guide for Day 3 games (March 22)

More than 12 hours of March Madness is on tap for Day 3 of the 2025 NCAA Tournament. Here is a complete guide to betting on all eight games Saturday, including out our expert picks against the spread.

March Madness odds, lines, predictions: Expert picks for 2025 NCAA Tournament games on Day 2 (March 21)

Picks against the spread for Day 1 of the NCAA Tournament

Look for the SEC to go 3-3 as the tournament opens, with one of the losses coming to Arkansas coach John Calipari.

Nine coaching candidates to watch to replace Rodney Terry at Texas

Expect Xavier's Sean Miller, who eliminated Texas in the First Four on Wednesday, to be a leading candidate.

Hunter Dickinson ready for final ride in March Madness

Hunter Dickinson is finally out of college eligibility after this season. Can he help Kansas play the unlikely role of spoiler in the NCAA Tournament's most difficult region?

Looking for a bracket buster? Keep your eye on these dangerous mid-majors

Lipscomb? High Point? Yale? Someone is going to pull off a first-round shocker. Here are the best candidates.

Bill Bender's expert bracket for 2025: Duke cuts down the nets in San Antonio

Two SEC teams will be in the Final Four, but Bill Bender likes Cooper Flagg to deliver Jon Scheyer his first title.

The Sporting News 2024-25 Women's College Basketball All-America Team

JuJu Watkins and Hannah Hidalgo return to the first-team of SN's All-America team.

March Madness upset predictions 2025: Which 11 seed is most likely to win in first round?

A No. 11 seed made it to the Final Four in 2024. Does this year's crop have what it takes to repeat N.C. State's Cinderella run, starting with a first-round upset?

March Madness upset predictions 2025: Which 13 seed is most likely to win in first round?

A total of six No. 13 seeds have reached the Sweet 16, but we have yet to see one break through to the Final Four. Will it happen in 2025?

March Madness upset predictions 2025: Which 12 seed is most likely to win in first round?

The 5-12 upset is the most popular NCAA first-round pick, and for good reason. Colorado State leads this year's group of 12-seed upstarts as an outright favorite to beat its 5-seed opponent.

March Madness upset predictions 2025: Which 10 seed is most likely to win in first round?

The four games between No. 7 and No. 10 seeds in the 2025 NCAA men's basketball tournament all have spreads of five points or less, which suggests those are the games that will be among the most-difficult to pick.

Best buzzer-beaters in March Madness history: Christian Laettner, Kris Jenkins, Jalen Suggs and more

Sporting News ranks the best buzzer-beaters in NCAA Tournament history, including Lorenzo Charles, Christian Laettner, Kris Jenkins and so much more.

March Madness update: Latest bracket forecast for 2025 NCAA tournament

The conference tournaments are prompting final adjustments to Selection Sunday's bracket reveal.

Updated automatic bid tracker for 2025 Women's NCAA Tournament

Women's March Madness bracket predictions: Final NCAA Tournament projections for 2025 Selection Sunday

Here are Sporting News' final field of 68 projections for the 2025 Women's March Madness bracket on Selection Sunday.

March Madness automatic bid tracker for 2025 Men's NCAA Tournament

Latest forecast for the 2025 women's NCAA Tournament bracket

SEC, Big Ten could own the four No. 1 seeds.

How to fill out your bracket: Historical seeding statistics you need to know

Over 64 percent of the NCAA champions have been No. 1 seeds since the field expanded to 64 teams in 1985.

Walter Clayton's All-America journey includes football, fatherhood and Rick Pitino

Florida's do-it-all guard hopes he can lead the Gators to a Final Four.

Can North Carolina reach the NCAA Tournament? Breaking down UNC's path

North Carolina could really help its case with an upset of rival Duke on Saturday.

Latest NCAA tournament forecast with Championship Week underway

Both the top and bottom of the bracket remain fluid as the major conference tournaments kick off.

Will Ohio State make the NCAA Tournament? Breaking down the Buckeyes' path

The Buckeyes are right on the cutline, but will have a chance to earn a spot down the stretch.

What Arkansas, John Calipari need to do to secure NCAA Tournament bid

Will Indiana make the NCAA Tournament? Breaking down the Hoosiers' path

Indiana has a big game against fellow Big Ten bubble team Ohio State on Saturday.

Latest March Madness bracket projection: UNC, IU, Ohio State on the bubble

Some big fan bases are going to be on pins and needles in the final week of the regular season and the conference tournaments.

Latest March Madness bracket predictions for women's field of 68

USC, South Carolina storm into conference tournament week battling for the No. 1 overall seed.

Deion Sanders 40 time, explained: Inside the legend behind 'Prime Time' in the 1989 NFL Combine

Did Deion walk off after his record 40 time in 1989? Separating fact from fiction.

Women's March Madness Bracketology: USC, UCLA battle it out for No. 1 seed

In their first year in the Big Ten, the Los Angeles schools could both find themselves on the 1 line. They meet Saturday.

Latest March Madness projections: Oklahoma moves in, Ohio State moves out

Duke's rout of Illinois narrows the gap behind overall No. 1 seed Auburn.

Ohio State leads all schools in Combine invites

Ohio State leads all schools with 15 Combine invites this year, but where does that rank all-time?

Proposed changes by Big Ten, SEC for College Football Playoff are actually OK

There is a lot of angst about the coming changes to the 12-team CFP, but a lot of the proposals being discussed make sense.

SN's Latest Bracketology projection has 10 Big Ten teams in field

The Big Ten does not have a No. 1 seed, but they have eight teams in the top eight seed lines, led by Wisconsin.

Auburn, Alabama to meet as No. 1 vs. No. 2 for first time ... in any sport

No. 1 Auburn meets No. 2 Alabama. ESPN's College GameDay will be in Tuscaloosa, Ala, and tip-off is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET.

Projecting all 32 starting NFL quarterbacks for 2025

Aaron Rodgers could set off some dominos in the offseason, and the Browns and Giants are in the market for a new QB.

SEC takes three No. 1 seeds in latest SN Bracketology forecast

SEC hoops dominance continues with three No. 1 seeds and a fourth team on the fringe.

Super Bowl winners and losers: Jalen Hurts, Tom Brady ... and the Chiefs

The Eagles dominated Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs on defense, Tom Brady called a good game, and the Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift romance had a tough night.

History of NFL teams seeking a 'three-peat' in the Super Bowl era

The Chiefs are seeking their third straight Super Bowl title. There is a team that won three straight NFL titles before the Super Bowl came to be.

How does Mahomes stack up with Brady, other Super Bowl legends?

Patrick Mahomes is already in elite company when it comes to NFL quarterbacks.

Inside Budweiser's Super Bowl ad featuring a young Clydesale's first delivery

Billy Busch says Bud's latest commercial represents strength, pride and quality.

Inside Bud Light's Super Bowl ad featuring Peyton Manning, Shane Gillis

Come for Peyton Manning's jorts, stay for the Bud Lights shot out of leaf blowers.

Why NFL fans are convinced games are rigged for Kansas City

Many NFL fans feel that the refs favor the Chiefs, but is that really the case?

Why did Jalen Hurts leave Alabama?

Jalen Hurts went from Tuscaloosa to Norman to Philadelphia in rapid succession. Now, he's back in a championship game setting, the biggest of them all.

Devonta Smith would join an elite club if the Eagles win Super Bowl 57

The Philadelphia wide receiver would join a very small fraternity of players if his team can defeat the Chiefs in Arizona in Super Bowl 57.

How do Super Bowl squares work?

Here is how to play Super Bowl squares in 2025, including a complete guide to the rules for your printable grid, the best data-backed numbers and more tips to win during Super Bowl 59.

Before he coached Eagles, Nick Sirianni dominated football at D-III Mount Union

Nick Sirianni has deep roots at Division 3 Mount Union, where he and his brothers won national championships for legendary coach Larry Kehres.

Where Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce rank among best duos in NFL history

Before Mahomes to Kelce, San Francisco's Jerry Rice and Joe Montana and New England's Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski made playoff history.

How Eli Manning's numbers stack up to QBs already in Hall of Fame

When stacking Eli Manning's numbers against the 27 Hall of Fame quarterbacks, there are some interesting findings.

Super Bowl roster breakdown: Georgia, Oklahoma have seven players each

The SEC will be the most well-represented conference on Super Bowl Sunday.

Packers three-peat as NFL champions included first two Super Bowl titles

Vince Lombardi won three straight NFL championships, the last two coming at the dawn of the Super Bowl era.

With Patrick Mahomes on deck, a look at Michael Jordan's two three-peats with Bulls

Patrick Mahomes will try to win his third straight Super Bowl on Sunday. Michael Jordan engineered two three-peats during the 1990s.

SEC dominates SN's first bracket projection for 2025 NCAA tourament

The SEC has 13 teams in the NCAA tournament in Sporting News' latest Field of 68.

Mahomes vs. Jordan: Chiefs QB's dominance is in rare 'Air'

Patrick Mahomes is going for a Super Bowl three-peat, but how does he compare to another legendary athlete who notched two separate three-peats in his sport?

Chiefs vs. Eagles Super Bowl 59 prediction

The Chiefs and the Eagles are set to meet in an epic clash in Super Bowl 59. Bill Bender breaks down his pick for the big game.

When did your team last win a national title in football?

Alabama, LSU, Miami lead college football's boom-or-bust teams in 2025

Opinions vary widely on Alabama, LSU, Miami, Illinois and BYU when it comes to the Way-Too-Early Top 25 projections.

Texas, Ohio State lead composite of 12 Way-Too-Early rankings for 2025

The Arch Manning effect is real.

NFL playoff picks for championship weekend: Bills, Eagles head to Super Bowl

Bill Bender breaks down his championship weekend NFL picks, including the Bills upsetting the Chiefs and the Eagles handling the Commanders.

Ryan Day's redemption tour ends with CFP Championship

Ryan Day was down bad after Ohio State's loss to Michigan. Now, Ohio State's embattled coach has a place in Buckeye history - forever.

Texas leads the SN college football Way-Too-Early Top 25 for 2025

It all starts with Texas, Ohio State and Georgia next season.

CFP national championship pick: How Ohio State pulls away from Notre Dame

Ohio State and Notre Dame will meet for the third straight season, and the winner of this one will take home a national championship.

Why Ryan Day went after Lou Holtz after last season's Ohio State win vs. Notre Dame

Lou Holtz became the target of Ohio State coach Ryan Day’s post-game rant after the Buckeyes beat the Irish 17-14 on Sept. 23, 2023.

Jeremiah Smith draft projection: Would Ohio State's star freshman go No. 1 in 2025?

Freshman Jeremiah Smith isn't eligible for the NFL Draft until 2027. But he's convinced more than a few people he's ready for the NFL now.

Pickerington, Ohio, gets its moment with Ohio State's CFP title game appearance

Six Ohio State players hail from a small-ish suburb of Columbus, including defensive stars Ty Hamilton, Jack Sawyer and Sonny Styles.

Marcus Freeman's cool factor keeps elevating Notre Dame's brand

Ohio State has been the program to beat in the Midwest for a while, but the Irish have a chance to re-establish themselves as a peer to the Buckeyes on Monday.

Emeka Egbuka keeps focus on title, not records, ahead of Notre Dame clash

The senior wide receiver is poised to become Ohio State's all-time leader in catches and possibly yards on Monday night, but all he wants is a national title.

Jim Tressel says one key for Marcus Freeman has been being 'true to himself'

Former Ohio State coach Jim Tressel has a vested interest in the CFP title game not only with the Buckeyes, but also former Buckeye Marcus Freeman, who played for him from 2004-08.

Comparing Ohio State and Notre Dame's all-time rosters of NFL players

The two schools have combined to put 24 players in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

NFL playoff picks for divisional weekend: Bills, Chiefs set up epic AFC title game

Bill Bender breaks down his divisional-round NFL picks, including the Bills upsetting the Ravens and the Chiefs handling the Texans.

TSN Archives: Inside Pickerington, Ohio's modern-day football factory

Jack Sawyer put Pickerington, Ohio, back on the map, but this small suburb has been been producing NFL players for a while. A republication of our story from 2018.

Four fixes for the CFP, including playing the championship game on New Year's Day

The 12-team playoff has been a success, but a few tweaks can make it even better.

NFL playoff picks for wild-card weekend: Rams upset Vikings, Eagles run past Packers

Bill Bender breaks down his wild-card weekend NFL picks, including the Rams upsetting the Vikings and the Chargers handling the Texans.

Jack Sawyer becomes the perfect Buckeyes legend in victory over Texas

The kid who grew up just outside of Columbus has Ohio State on the brink of a national title after a game-sealing touchdown in the Cotton Bowl.

Five most important players in Ohio State-Texas Cotton Bowl matchup

The stars for each team will need to shine in order to advance to the national championship.

You can have faith in Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame after thrilling win over Penn State

Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame overcame injuries and a fourth-quarter deficit to land in the national championship game.

James Franklin gets another chance to add a 'big' win to his Penn State resume

Adam Breneman, the former Penn State tight end and CBS Sports analyst, says James Franklin is in position to write a storybook ending.

Five most important players in Penn State-Notre Dame Orange Bowl matchup

One team will emerge from the CFP semifinal with a chance to end a 30-plus year national championship drought.

Unbeaten Ohio State women's basketball team prepared for Big Ten 'juggernaut' schedule

Unbeaten Ohio State faces No. 25 Michigan on Wednesday in one of many tough battles ahead in the brutal Big Ten.

Picks against the spread for Notre Dame-Penn State, Texas-Ohio State CFP semis

Tough defenses will be on display at the College Football Playoff semifinals on Thursday and Friday.

NFL playoff QB power rankings: The best and worst starters in 2025

Once again, Patrick Mahomes sits atop our NFL playoff QB power rankings. See the full list heading into the 2025 postseason.

NFL picks, predictions for Week 18: Lions, Broncos win marquee matchups

Bill Bender breaks down his Week 18 NFL picks, including the Broncos and Lions winning pivotal matchups.

Bowl season winners & losers: Cam Ward, coach fight, Pop-Tarts, opt-outs

The College Football Playoff has taken center stage, but that hasn't been all of the excitement this postseason.

Marcus Freeman's formula for a championship comes from his old coach at Ohio State

Marcus Freeman played for Jim Tressel at Ohio State, and now he has his Fighting Irish using 'Tressel Ball' to get within two wins of a long-awaited national championship.

Ohio State the unquestioned favorite after steamrolling Oregon at Rose Bowl

The Buckeyes are looking like the national championship team some predicted in the preseason with its dazzling array of talent.

College Football Playoff picks, predictions against the spread for 2025 CFP quarterfinal games

Sporting News' expert picks and predictions for the 2024 College Football Playoff quarterfinals, from the Fiesta Bowl to Sugar Bowl.

Boise State shows the Group of 5 belongs in a 12-team playoff

There is no guarantee College Football Playoff fields after next season will include a representative from the Group of 5, but Boise State's performance, even in a loss, should make the decision on future formats a no-brainer.

Will bowls hold on to CFP quarterfinals? Peach Bowl CEO weighs in

Gary Stokan says it would be hard for colleges to put on major football events during the holidays.