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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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

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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?

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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?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

Updated automatic bid tracker for 2025 Women's NCAA Tournament

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Re-ranking the eight teams remaining in the College Football Playoff

The betting favorite does not crack the top four.

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Caitlin Clark didn't win a national championship, make the Olympic team or get voted the MVP of the WNBA in 2024. What she did was expand the game of at every level.

NFL picks, predictions for Week 17: Commanders, Vikings win marquee matchups

Bill Bender breaks down his Week 17 NFL picks, including the Commanders and Vikings winning pivotal NFC matchups.

Despite first-round blowouts, College Football Playoff loaded with intriguing matchups

The first round of the College Football Playoff saw several blowouts, but that leaves fans with a slate of epic matchups in the next round.

Ohio State turns things around with convincing blowout of Tennessee

Momentum was clearly not on Ohio State's side entering the College Football Playoff, but the Buckeyes were dominant in securing a Rose Bowl rematch with Oregon.

Notre Dame-Indiana shows on-campus games rule, but tweaks still needed

The Irish were mostly dominant in what was a one-sided first-round matchup that showcased the highs – and potential lows – of the new first-round format. 

If Ohio State moves on from Ryan Day, these six coaches will be ones to watch

The big names Ohio State would look at have a common thread.

Would an Ohio State national title erase Michigan loss? Maybe

The frustrations of the Ohio State fan base is reaching outrageous levels when it comes to losing to Michigan.

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Travis Hunter and Ashton Jeanty were among the eight unanimous choices on the NCAA's Consensus All-American Team, which was announced Thursday. 

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Travis Hunter made good and then some on his high school recruiting profile, which read 'Legitimately CB1 and WR1'.

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 16: Eagles, Buccaneers win marquee matchups

Bill Bender breaks down his Week 16 NFL picks, including the Eagles and Buccaneers winning pivotal NFC matchups.

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Travis Hunter won the Heisman Trophy after his two-way stardom for Colorado. So where to put him on an All-America team?

Ryan Day record at Ohio State vs. top five teams, top-10 teams and Penn State

Ryan Day has a history of struggling against high-end competition during his time at Ohio State.

Picks against the spread for College Football Playoff's four first-round games

Winter weather is likely to be a factor at three of the four sites this weekend.

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Travis Hunter could become the first full-time two-way player to win the Heisman Trophy. Here's how he compares to Charles Woodson, the last and only defensive player to win college football's top honor, and other two-way players.

Joe Theismann talks Army-Navy

Former college and NFL legend Joe Theisman talked to Sporting News about giving back to military families and previewed the annual Army vs Navy clash.

Will Bill Belichick win at UNC? Bill Walsh's Stanford swan song offers hints

This is a reversal of the usual narrative when it comes to legendary coaches in college football and the NFL. Bill Walsh's 1990s return to Stanford might serve as a preview for The Hoodie in Chapel Hill.

NFL picks, predictions for Week 15: Eagles, Lions win marquee matchups

Bill Bender breaks down his Week 15 NFL picks, including the Eagles and Lions winning potential Super Bowl previews.

College Football Playoff expert bracket: Oregon storms to first national title

Sporting News' Bill Bender breaks down the 2024 College Football Playoff bracket with predictions for every game, from the first round to the CFP national championship game.

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No, the College Football Playoff rankings system doesn't make any sense. We decided to do our own ranking for all 12 teams in the 2024 bracket, starting with No. 1 Oregon down to the ACC entrants.

College football bowl announcements: Tracking the 2024-25 schedule

See who will fill the 35 bowl games and College Football Playoff slots.

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CBS has carried the Army-Navy game since 1996.

Final projections for CFP field, 35 bowl games for 2024-25 postseason

The league championship games will determine the final slots for college football's postseason.

Projecting the final 12-team CFP bracket - SMU gets final spot over Alabama

Clemson's upset of SMU in the ACC title game should keep the SEC at three teams, with Alabama losing its spot to ACC runner-up SMU.

Making sense of the confusing College Football Playoff bracket

The 2024 College Football Playoff format is confusing. Here's a complete guide to understanding how the new 12-team bracket works, from the seeding to the bowl game participants.

Alabama's playoff fate could rest on outcome of ACC championship game

The final at-large bid could come down to Alabama at 9-3 and SMU at 11-2.

Sporting News Top 25: Oregon heads into College Football Playoff at No. 1

Oregon secured the Big Ten championship in its first year in the league, completing an undefeated regular season with a win over Penn State.

Georgia QB injury not the same situation as when Florida State lost Jordan Travis

Florida State was left out of the College Football Playoff last season primarily because it lost its starting quarterback. While Georgia lost Carson Beck against Texas, the similarities end there.

What happens to SMU if it loses the ACC title game? A CFP debate with Alabama

SMU controls its own destiny as it tries to reach the first 12-team College Football Playoff. A win in the ACC title game gets the Mustangs in, but a loss will lead to a committee debate, likely against Alabama.

How will championship weekend affect Ohio State's seeding for CFP?

Ohio State is likely assured of a first-round home game in the College Football Playoff.

NFL picks, predictions for Week 14: Seahawks, Bengals win marquee matchups

Bill Bender breaks down his Week 14 NFL picks, including the Seahawks and Bengals winning under-the-radar marquee matchups.

Texas, Oregon, Michigan among winners of early Signing Day

The early signing period had predictable winners, but also some losers in Oklahoma and Florida State.

Alabama vs. Miami, Ohio State vs. Tennessee and more CFP rankings debates

The College Football Playoff committee unveiled its latest rankings before Championship Weekend and tipped its hand for what we will likely see on Selection Sunday.

Projections for all 35 college bowl games, plus the 12-team playoff

There are several matchups we would opt-in to watch outside of the first 12-team College Football Playoff.

Who ya got? Alabama-Miami debate will be central in CFP rankings reveal

Alabama and Miami appear to be vying for the final at-large bid of the 12-team College Football Playoff. Sporting News breaks down the arguments for both teams.

College Football Playoff projection: Alabama is back in, Miami falls out

The final spot in the first 12-team bracket could come down to 9-3 Alabama vs. 10-2 Miami.

Michigan stuns Ohio State, likely knocks Buckeyes into at-large pool of CFP

No. 2 Ohio State has little chance to reach the Big Ten title game after suffering a second loss and will likely be in the at-large pool of the College Football Playoff.

Sporting News Top 25: Oregon, Texas head into championship week at Nos. 1 and 2

Oregon and Texas are showing that stepping in conference does not appear to be difficult.

SEC championship prediction for Georgia vs. Texas rematch in Atlanta

This could be the second of three matchups this season for the new SEC rivals.

Ohio State, Ryan Day at a loss to explain what happened and what's next

The post-game fight is a distraction from the newly posed psychological test for Ohio State, which lost the most important game of the season and now has to prepare for a run in the College Football Playoff. 

Updated Big Ten standings, tiebreaker scenarios for conference title game

Oregon is in the Big Ten championship game. Ohio State can join the Ducks with a win over Michigan.

Big Ten championship scenarios: Ohio State, Penn State, IU still in the mix

There are three teams still with a shot to face Oregon for the Big Ten title on Dec. 7.

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SEC Championship Game scenarios explained: Georgia, Texas, Texas A&M in mix

When Texas meets Texas A&M on Saturday, a berth in the SEC title game will be at stake.

Georgia's 8-overtime win over Georgia Tech should guarantee CFP bid

Rivalry Week delivered its first thriller on Black Friday. 

Breaking down the Big 12 standings, tiebreakers and remaining schedules

Will second-year coach Deion Sanders lead Colorado to the Big 12 championship game?

NFL picks, predictions for Week 13: Eagles, Steelers win marquee matchups

Bill Bender breaks down his Week 13 NFL picks, including the Eagles continuing to roll and the Steelers getting back on track.

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NFL picks for Thanksgiving: Lions too good, Dolphins-Packers to play tight one

Bill Bender breaks down his Thanksgiving NFL picks.

JuJu Watkins follows Caitlin Clark as next State Farms spokesperson

USC star JuJu Watkins is at the head of the class for the next wave of women's college basketball stars.

Five chaos scenarios for Rivalry Week that would blow up the 12-team CFP

Five rivalry games could create more chaos in Week 14.

College Football Playoff Projection: Tennessee, Arizona State, SMU move in

A wild Week 13 caused a major shakeup in our projected field for the College Football Playoff.

Bowl projections for 12-team playoff and 35 other matchups in 2024-25

The championship games on Dec. 7 will dictate what could be some amazing first-round games in the CFP.

Sporting News Top 25: Ohio State, Notre Dame bury upstarts in Week 13

Undefeateds Indiana and Army ran into bullies from Ohio State and Notre Dame, and the latter two could collide in an epic playoff battle in December.

Updated 2024 SEC tiebreakers for Georgia, Tennessee and more

There are eight teams still fighting for a spot in the SEC championship game in Atlanta with three weeks to play.

SMU clinches ACC championship game berth; Miami, Clemson still alive

Breaking down the race for the ACC championship game in Charlotte.

Indiana misses its big chance against Ohio State. Will Hoosiers get another?

Curt Cignetti is still confident his team will be in the College Football Playoff despite a disappointing performance in a 38-15 loss to Ohio State.

Ohio State moves one step closer to Oregon rematch with blowout of Indiana

The Buckeyes overcame a slow start and hammered No. 5 Indiana 38-15 on Saturday.

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Breaking down the Browns' 2024 schedule

Cleveland has arguably the toughest schedule in the NFL in 2024. Check out what makes it so difficult ahead of a make-or-break season for Deshaun Watson.

Football's first family of coaches: Jack, Jim and John Harbaugh set the standard

Here is a closer look at the coaching accomplishments of Jack, Jim and John Harbaugh.

No. 1 QB recruit Bryce Underwood flips from LSU to Michigan

Michigan gets some good news in a down season with Underwood's commitment to the 2025 class.

Week 13 college football pool picks, grid projections for pick'em games

A pair of Big 12 games will go a long way in determining who reaches the conference championship at Jerry World on Dec. 7.

NFL picks, predictions for Week 12: Packers, Chargers win marquee matchups

Bill Bender breaks down his Week 12 NFL picks, including the 49ers and Ravens continuing their struggles.

College Football Playoff bracket: Sorting out the bubble by Big Ten, SEC brands

After three sets of rankings, the Big Ten and SEC have three at-large bids apiece. Will that hold?

College football bowl projections for CFP games and 35 other matchups

Three SEC teams may have to play road games in the first round of the College Football Playoff.

College Football Playoff projections: Georgia moves in, Tennessee moves out

It wouldn't be a College Football Playoff race without controversy. 

What Georgia's win against Tennessee means for SEC, College Football Playoff

Carson Beck bounced back and pushed Georgia passed the Vols and back into the CFP field.

Sporting News Top 25 after Week 12 sets up big games for Indiana, Arizona St.

With one week left in the regular season, Indiana and Arizona State are playing in the two most significant games of Week 13.

What if Auburn had hired Deion Sanders? An alternate history of the Tigers

Auburn was looking at Deion Sanders and Hugh Freeze two years ago to replace Bryan Harsin. What would have happened if Coach Prime, Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter came to the SEC?

Redrafting the top quarterbacks from stacked 2020 draft class

The 2020 NFL Draft QB class is stacked with at least five franchise passers. How would the top signal-callers be selected if the draft was held today? Bill Bender breaks down his picks.

NFL picks, predictions for Week 11: Chiefs, Ravens win marquee matchups

Bill Bender breaks down his Week 11 NFL picks, including the Chiefs continuing their quest for a perfect season and the Ravens slowing down the Steelers.

SEC chaos has Georgia is OUT, and Bama and Ole Miss in

The reigning national champs are suddenly on the outside looking in after being bumped by Boise State.