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Bender: Deion Sanders makes pitch for FSU job

Deion Sanders brought the top recruit in the country to Jackson State. Will Florida State bring in Prime Time in the future?

Bill Bender

Why Travis Hunter, the No. 1 recruit for 2022, left FSU and the FBS for Jackson State

Deion Sanders has made perhaps the biggest splash in the history of college recruiting by landing the top recruit in the nation.

Edward Sutelan

Michigan St. makes Taye Myre honorary member of class

Tate Myre was a football player at Oxford High School. He was shot and killed on Nov. 30.

Edward Sutelan

How Alabama, ND, Ohio St. and more revealed 2022 signees

Social media teams pull out all the stops to unveil the latest members of their college football programs.

Edward Sutelan

Kiffin upset with 'free agency' in college football

The transfer portal has caused many changes to college football, and Lane Kiffin isn't a fan of all of them.

Jacob Camenker

11 college football recruits from Class of 2022 with famous NFL dads you'll remember

From Cristian Driver to Elijah Warner, these 2022 recruits with famous NFL dads will make you feel old.

Jake Aferiat

SN 2021 College Football All-America Team

Alabama and Georgia players dominated the 2021 College Football All-American team, starting with quarterback Bryce Young.

Bill Bender

Trocchi: Texas A&M on brink of historic class

Texas A&M has elbowed its way near the top of the recruiting rankings, and may edge out Georgia and Alabama for No. 1.

Bill Trocchi

Former Oklahoma QB Rattler headed to South Carolina

The former Sooners quarterback will try to rebuild his stock while playing in the SEC East.

Tom Gatto

Bowl Pool Strategy

Whether you play in a straight-up pick 'em pool or one with confidence points, TeamRankings.com has expert advice to help with your 2021 college bowl picks. When should you pick an underdog or stick with a favorite? How about dealing with spreads? Get strategy tips here!

TeamRankings.com

Quinn Ewers to transfer to Texas: What this means for Longhorns in 2022

Ewers is one of the highest-rated recruits in the history of 247Sports' Composite rankings.

Edward Sutelan

Ranking college football's top transfer QBs for 2022, from Spencer Rattler to Jack Miller

Heres a breakdown of the top quarterbacks in the transfer portal, including projections on their future value and likely destinations.

Edward Sutelan

Nix, Bigsby enter transfer portal: What does it mean for Auburn?

Nix and Bigsby were two of Auburn's biggest offensive weapons the past few seasons. Now the Tigers will look to rebuild and retool in a quickly changing SEC.

Jake Aferiat

Who won the Heisman Trophy in 2021?

Keep track of the final 2021 Heisman Trophy voting results and winner.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Bears coaching rumors: Could Ohio State's Ryan Day replace Matt Nagy?

Day would be reunited with former Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields in Chicago if he left the Buckeyes.

Edward Sutelan

Desmond Howard takes shot at Ohio State during Heisman Trophy ceremony

Howard, who won a Heisman at Michigan, called out the Buckeyes' offensive line as Wolverines defensive end Aidan Hutchinson was speaking about his season.

Edward Sutelan

Fake punt key play as Midshipmen pull off upset of Black Knights

Sporting News tracked updates and highlights from Army vs. Navy on Saturday. Follow for complete results from the rivalry matchup.

Dani Mohr

Key play in Navy's upset of Army was a 'mistake'

The fake punt gave Navy a first down on a drive that later produced a field goal to give the Midshipmen a four-point lead in the fourth quarter.

Edward Sutelan

Smith congratulates Young for Heisman Trophy

Smith had a heartfelt message for his former Alabama teammate following Young's Heisman Trophy victory — the second in as many years for the Crimson Tide.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Leach blasts bowl game opt-outs

The Mississippi State coach had strong words for players who opt out of bowl games

Zac Al-Khateeb

FBS coaching carousel: Every change in 2021

SN looks at the coaching changes in the FBS in 2021. The latest is Oregon's Mario Cristobal leaving the Ducks to return to his alma mater, Miami.

Bill Bender

College football awards tracker

College football awards season is here. Keep track of the hardware handed out to the best players in the nation for the 2021 season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Will Lanning stay with Georgia for CFP after taking Oregon job?

The Bulldogs had the top defense in the FBS prior to the SEC championship game.

Edward Sutelan

Heisman Trophy updated odds

Sporting News takes one last look at the Heisman Trophy odds following conference championship weekend.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Bender: The case for each Heisman candidate

Who has the best case for the Heisman Trophy? Bill Bender runs down the four candidates.

Bill Bender

When is the 2021 Heisman Trophy ceremony?

Sporting News has everything you need to tune in and watch the 2021 Heisman Trophy presentation.

Zac Al-Khateeb

What channel is Army vs. Navy on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 football rivalry game

Here’s what you need to know to watch Army vs. Navy on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels and more.

Dani Mohr

No more fake slides: NCAA acts fast after Pickett's fake out

The Pitt quarterback used deception to break free for a long touchdown run against Wake Forest in the 2021 ACC championship game.

Tom Gatto

Fresno State QB Jake Haener apologizes for entering transfer portal, will return to program

Haener was one of the top passers in the country in 2021 season.

Jake Aferiat

Chip Kelly rumors: Oregon asks permission to interview UCLA coach, report says

Oregon reportedly is interested in reuniting with Kelly, who was hugely successful as the Ducks' head coach from 2009-12.

EA Sports announces projected release date for rebooted NCAA football video game

EA Sports confirmed a target release date for its new college football video game.

Dani Mohr

Bender: Aduba talks 'National Champions'

Uzo Aduba offers a brilliant performance in "National Champions," a movie that explores a doomsday scenario for college football.

Bill Bender

Bender: 10 bowl games worth watching

Who is Bailey Zappe? Who wins the Mike Leach Bowl? There are 10 bowl games outside the CFP we can't wait to see.

Bill Bender

Worst Heisman Trophy races

Here's a look at some of the worst races in the history of the Heisman Trophy.

Zac Al-Khateeb

College Football Awards show time, TV channel, full list of finalists for 2021 ceremony

Here's everything to know about the 2021 College Football Awards, including the start time and TV channel to watch the ceremony and a complete list of finalists.

Jake Aferiat

DeCourcy: Kirk Herbstreit is oddly unaware of CFP preference for biggest brands

Herbstreit's proclamation Tuesday regarding the propriety of the College Football Playoff reached a surprising degree of impudence.

Mike DeCourcy

Where will Max Johnson transfer? Five possible landing spots

The Tigers are losing not only their starting quarterback of the past two years, but one of the top recruits in the 2022 class.

Edward Sutelan

Oklahoma lawmaker seeks to recognize Lincoln Riley with three-inch stretch of desolate highway

The bill, if passed, would turn the last bit of westbound highway into the "Lincoln Riley Highway."

Edward Sutelan

How Deion Sanders' biggest victories at Jackson State are off the field — and still to come

At 54 years old, Deion Sanders is still every bit of "Prime" that he was when he played at Florida State or in the NFL. That same flash and flair and pomp and circumstance still surround the longtime NFL defensive back-turned-college football coach.

Jake Aferiat

Heisman Trophy snubs: Why Will Anderson and Kenneth Walker III should have been 2021 finalists

The Alabama linebacker and Michigan State running back were perhaps the two most glaring omissions from the list of Heisman Trophy finalists.

Edward Sutelan

BENDER: Chip Kelly back to Oregon?

Oregon suddenly will need to replace Mario Cristobal, who reportedly has agreed to become Miami's next head coach. Would the Ducks pursue former coach Chip Kelly? That should be an option.

Bill Bender

CFB fans unhappy following Heisman finalists announcement

The four finalists for the 2021 Heisman Trophy were announced on Monday, and college fans everywhere felt their player was snubbed.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Hawaii football players allege mistreatment by Todd Graham, say he 'has killed our love and passion for football'

Graham, in his second season at Hawaii, faces allegations surfaced surrounding the team's culture and mistreatment of players.

Jake Aferiat

Mario Cristobal contract details with Miami

Cristobal is leaving Oregon to return to his alma mater, where he was an offensive lineman from 1988-92.

Jake Aferiat

DeCourcy: Mock Brian Kelly all you want, but he'll reach CFP with LSU soon enough

If Brian Kelly had a dollar for every mean tweet circulated about him during the week after he became the new head football coach of the LSU Tigers, he’d be sitting on a pile of money about $95 million high. Oh, man, how about that? He does.

Mike DeCourcy

Lane Kiffin contract details: Ole Miss puts coaching rumors to rest with extension

The contract puts to rest rumors of Kiffin leaving Ole Miss to fill one of the coaching vacancies in college football.

Edward Sutelan

BENDER: Georgia's keys to bounce back

Yes, the Bulldogs can still break a national championship drought that extends back to 1980. Here are the keys to victory.

Bill Bender

BENDER: Bama favored to win another natty

Will Alabama win another national championship under Nick Saban? Here are the reasons why, and perhaps why not.

Bill Bender

BENDER: Will Michigan party like it's 1997?

Michigan has a chance to win the program's first national title since 1997. They might have to go through two SEC powerhouses to do it.

Bill Bender

BENDER: How UC can pull off the impossible

Can the Bearcats entertain winning the College Football Playoff? SN looks at the keys for an improbable upset against Alabama.

Bill Bender

Who is Brent Venables? Meet Oklahoma's new head coach replacing Lincoln Riley

Venables has been the defensive coordinator at Clemson since 2012, but spent 12 seasons on legendary Sooners coach Bob Stoops' staff prior to that.

Jake Aferiat

Who plays in the Sugar Bowl this year? Teams, date, schedule for New Year’s 6 bowl game

Here's everything to know about the Sugar Bowl in 2022, including the teams, opening odds and a full TV schedule for college football's New Year's 6 bowl games.

Edward Sutelan

Who plays in the Rose Bowl this year? Teams, date, schedule for New Year’s 6 bowl game

Here's everything to know about the Rose Bowl in 2022, including the teams, opening odds and a full TV schedule for college football's New Year's 6 bowl games.

Jake Aferiat

Who plays in the Fiesta Bowl this year? Teams, date, schedule for New Year’s 6 bowl game

Here's everything to know about the Fiesta Bowl in 2022, including the teams, opening odds and a full TV schedule for college football's New Year's 6 bowl games.

Edward Sutelan

Who plays in the Orange Bowl this year?

The Orange Bowl will host the No. 2 vs No. 3 matchup between Michigan and Georgia, respectively. Sporting News has you covered on how to tune in and watch.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Mario Cristobal rumors: Miami gives Oregon coach Monday deadline as Manny Diaz stays on job, report says

Mario Cristobal has been connected to the head coaching job at his alma mater despite current coach Manny Diaz still being employed.

Jake Aferiat

Who plays in the Cotton Bowl this year? Teams, date, schedule for 2021 CFP semifinal game

Here's everything to know about the Cotton Bowl in 2021, including the teams, opening odds and a full TV schedule for the first College Football Playoff semifinal game.

Jake Aferiat

Top four teams in final CFP poll of 2021

Here are the latest — and final — CFP rankings for the 2021 season, updated after Sunday's selection show.

Zac Al-Khateeb

When is the College Football Playoff championship 2022? Date, time, TV schedule & location for NCAA title game

Here is everything to know about the College Football Playoff in 2022, including the dates, starts times and TV channels for the CFP semifinals and championship game.

Jake Aferiat

Tracking all 42 bowl games for 2021-22

Sporting News will track the selections for all 42 bowl games. Where is your favorite team headed in the postseason?

Bill Bender

Duke's Mayo Bowl 2021 might result in a mayo bath

It's up to either North Carolina or South Carolina to participate in the mayo bath at this year's Duke's Mayo Bowl. $10,000 will be donated to the team's charity of choice if the mayo bath happens.

Madison Williams

Bender: No CFB playoff expansion necessary this year

Expansion will always be part of the conversation, but this four-team playoff is good enough for this year.

Bill Bender

Updated rankings after Week 14

Sporting News looks at the penultimate AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll rankings following conference championship weekend.

Zac Al-Khateeb

What UGA's loss means for Alabama, Cincy, Notre Dame

Georgia lost its first game of the season on the biggest stage. What does that mean for the rest of the College Football Playoff-eligible teams?

Zac Al-Khateeb

BENDER: Not much debate leading into Selection Sunday

Sporting News sorts out the final CFP picture ahead of Sunday's selection show. Who is in? Who is out?

Bill Bender

Does UGA's loss open CFP door for Notre Dame, Baylor?

Georgia lost to Alabama on Saturday. Does that open the door for Notre Dame or Baylor? Comparing their playoff resumes:

Zac Al-Khateeb

CFP selection show 2021 date, time, how to watch

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch the final CFP rankings show, which will determine the four teams that make up the 2021 College Football Playoff.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Michigan wins first Big Ten title since 2004

Sporting News tracked scoring updates and highlights from No. 2 Michigan vs. No. 13 Iowa on Saturday. Follow for complete results from the 2021 Big Ten championship game.

Jake Aferiat

Alabama slams No. 1 Georgia, wins SEC title

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from No. 1 Georgia vs. No. 3 Alabama on Saturday.

Edward Sutelan

42: Michigan honors Tate Myre, 'hero' of Oxford school shooting, during Big Ten championship victory

The Wolverines scored 42 points against Iowa. Tate Myre wore 42 for Oxford's football team.

Mike DeCourcy

Decourcy: No letdown for Michigan as it steamrolls Iowa

Michigan has climbed out of the Appalachian State valley and now finally resides in the rarefied air of the college football playoff.

Mike DeCourcy

Pitt's Israel Abanikanda hit by Wake Forest assistant, responds with 2 TDs in ACC title game

Abanikanda went to a knee as he took a shoulder and forearm after ramming into the assistant on the sideline.

Tom Gatto

Saban credits 'yummy' rat poison for Bama win

Saban uttered a word no one could have expected following Alabama's win over Georgia in the SEC championship game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Smart confident in Bennett despite shaky second half

Bennett threw two second-half interceptions, including a pick-six, as his Bulldogs tried to climb back in the SEC Championship Game against Alabama.

Edward Sutelan

Pitt's Pickett pulls off fake slide on TD run vs. Wake Forest

The quarterback deked the Demon Deacons badly. Did he do so legally?

Tom Gatto

Recounting Saban's record vs. former assistants

Sporting News takes a look at Nick Saban's record vs. assistants, including all-time record, margin of victory, series histories and more.

Zac Al-Khateeb

UCF lobbies for fellow AAC school, undefeated conference champ Cincinnati to make 2021 College Football Playoff

The Knights won the conference and finished undefeated in 2017 and 2018 but failed to make the playoff. They still crowned themselves national champions.

Jake Aferiat

Bender: 'Underdog' Alabama tears through No. 1 Georgia

Alabama upset Georgia in the SEC championship game behind a Heisman-worthy performance by Bryce Young.

Bill Bender

Texas' Jeff Banks, 'Pole Assassin' girlfriend sued over monkey biting Halloween trick-or-treater

A Texas couple alleges that a monkey belonging to Danielle Thomas, aka "Pole Assassin," bit their child during a visit to the Thomas and Banks' residence on Halloween.

Dani Mohr

John Metchie injury update: Alabama loses WR to 'leg injury' in first half of 2021 SEC title game

The wide receiver left the game after suffering a non-contact injury.

Jake Aferiat

What OSU's loss means for Alabama, Notre Dame

Oklahoma State was the first big victim of an upset on conference championship weekend. How its loss to Baylor affects the College Football Playoff rankings:

Zac Al-Khateeb

Freshman QB leads Baylor to Big 12 title

Shapen made his second career start against Oklahoma State in the 2021 Big 12 Championship game.

Dani Mohr

Can ND make playoff with Cincinnati loss?

The Fighting Irish are hoping to find themselves back in the playoff picture after losing to Cincinnati in their fifth game of the season.

Edward Sutelan

Kelly's daughter with tongue-in-cheek Tik Tok post

Kelly's daughter shared a TikTok reacting to LSU's recent hire for head coach.

Dani Mohr

Why USC is playing Cal on championship Saturday

Why these two Pac-12 foes will play in the final regular-season game of the FBS season after all the championship games end.

Edward Sutelan

Who is Hassan Haskins? Meet the Michigan RB

Here's all the information you need to know about Michigan's star running back.

Edward Sutelan

When is Bryce Young eligible for the NFL Draft?

The current 2021 Heisman Trophy frontrunner has NFL fans awaiting his arrival to the league.

Edward Sutelan

Bender: Sorting out the Heisman six-pack

The Heisman Trophy has six leading candidates heading into championship week. SN sizes up the race.

Bill Bender

Can Alabama make the playoff with a loss?

What happens to the Crimson Tide's playoff chances if they leave Atlanta without an SEC championship?

Edward Sutelan

Bender: Will UGA finally take down Bama?

Alabama has won the last six meetings with Georgia and is a rare underdog. Will the Bulldogs' defense dominate the SEC championship?

Bill Bender

What channel is Cincinnati vs. Houston on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 AAC championship game

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Cincinnati vs. Houston in the 2021 AAC championship game on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels and more.

Dani Mohr

BENDER: Iowa's keys to slowing down Wolverines

How much momentum will Michigan carry over from the victory against Ohio State? That's the big question heading into the Big Ten title game against Iowa.

Bill Bender

What channel is Baylor vs. Oklahoma State on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 Big 12 championship game

Here is everything to know to watch Baylor vs. Oklahoma State on Saturday, including the start time and a full TV schedule for the 2021 Big 12 championship game.

Dani Mohr

What channel is Pitt vs. Wake Forest on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 ACC championship game

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Pitt vs. Wake Forest in the 2021 ACC championship game on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels and more.

Dani Mohr

What channel is Michigan vs. Iowa on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 Big Ten football championship

Here is everything to know to watch Michigan vs. Iowa on Saturday, including the start time and a full TV schedule for the 2021 Big Ten championship game.

Jake Aferiat

Where is ‘College GameDay’ during conference championship weekend?

Sporting News has everything you need to know about its visit to the SEC championship game in Atlanta.

Zac Al-Khateeb

College football schedule for championship games

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch every game during conference championship weekend.

Zac Al-Khateeb

What channel is Alabama vs. Georgia on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 SEC football championship

Here is everything to know to watch Alabama vs. Georgia on Saturday, including the start time and a full TV schedule for the 2021 SEC championship game.

Jake Aferiat

Why former top QB commit Quinn Ewers reportedly intends to transfer from Ohio State, possible landing spots

Ewers came to Columbus as the Buckeyes' highest-rated commit ever, but he is leaving after taking just two snaps for the program.

Jake Aferiat

Brady Quinn rips 'classless' Brian Kelly for move to LSU

"At the end of the day, you don't leave the way he did," Quinn said.

Jordan Greer

What channel is Oregon vs. Utah on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 Pac-12 championship game

Here is everything to know to watch Oregon vs. Utah on Friday, including the start time and a full TV schedule for the 2021 Pac-12 championship game.

Dani Mohr

Brian Kelly fails badly at Southern accent in LSU speech, gets roasted on Twitter

Kelly, a Boston-area native, attempted a Southern accent to appear more at home in Baton Rouge. What ensued was Twitter having a field day.

Jake Aferiat

Getting to know Marcus Freeman, ND's new head coach

Freeman's meteoric rise could be a slam-dunk, no-brainer hire for the university.

Joe Rivera

Bender: Oklahoma St. looks to grind out a Big 12 title

Oklahoma State has a chance to get into the College Football Playoff, but they have to win the rematch against Baylor in the Big 12 title game first.

Bill Bender

DeCourcy: When Saban and Smart were on the same side

Jim McElwain worked with Nick Saban and Kirby Smart at Alabama early in the Saban era. He saw the relationship between the two men up close.

Mike DeCourcy

Cincinnati should hold on to Fickell in the short term

The Bearcats figure to have Luke Fickell on the sideline for the AAC championship game this weekend and, presumably, the CFP if they make it. But the questions about his next job aren't going away.

Tom Gatto

Bender: Freeman right hire, right time for Irish

Notre Dame players wanted Marcus Freeman to replace Brian Kelly, and the Irish are right to give them what they want.

Bill Bender

Trocchi: Is America suddenly rooting for Notre Dame?

Notre Dame is one of the most disliked programs in the nation. But fans may want to see the Irish get back at Brian Kelly, who quit on them and became even more disliked than the program.

Bill Trocchi

Here's Brian Kelly's leaked 3 1/2-minute speech to Notre Dame players after accepting LSU job

Awkward all the way around for Brian Kelly and the Fighting Irish football team.

Joe Rivera

Meyer says he's not a candidate for Notre Dame job

Don't expect Urban Meyer to leave the Jaguars to take another college job.

Jacob Camenker

Bender: Ten CFP scenarios to debate

Who will make the four-team playoff? SN looks at the scenarios from chalk to complete chaos.

Bill Bender

Will Brian Kelly coach if Notre Dame makes the College Football Playoff?

If Notre Dame makes the College Football Playoff, Brian Kelly isn't going to be on the sidelines for them.

Jacob Camenker

Brian Kelly contract details at LSU

Brian Kelly is getting a hefty raise to leave Notre Dame and join LSU.

Jacob Camenker

Why Brian Kelly is leaving Notre Dame for LSU

LSU confirmed on Tuesday that Brian Kelly will leave Notre Dame to become the Tigers' next head coach in the latest shocking move in college football's coaching carousel.

Madison Williams

Top four teams in fifth CFP poll of 2021

Here are the latest top-25 College Football Playoff rankings entering conference championship week.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Kelly's departure may impact Notre Dame CFP ranking

Barta, speaking with ESPN after the fifth college football rankings came out on Tuesday, said Kelly's departure may play a factor in Notre Dame's final ranking.

Madison Williams

Jim Harbaugh plans to give back to Michigan AD staffers

The University of Michigan announced 5-10 percent pay cuts for most of its athletic department employees in 2020. Now, Jim Harbaugh plans to give his bonus money to those employees.

Madison Williams

Notre Dame AD 'not surprised' by Kelly's departure to LSU

Notre Dame apparently wasn't caught off-guard by Brian Kelly's decision to take the LSU coaching job. AD Jack Swarbrick thought "there had to be an endpoint coming" eventually.

Jacob Camenker

Brian Kelly claimed he would never leave Notre Dame last week

One week ago, Brian Kelly told The Athletic that he would never leave Notre Dame, unless a fairy godmother brought $250 million. Now, he reportedly is headed to LSU.

Madison Williams

When are CFP rankings released?

The penultimate College Football Playoff rankings will release on Tuesday night before the official rankings are unveiled on Sunday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

SN's 2021 bowl predictions, from New Year's Day 6 to the CFP

Sporting News makes its bowl projections heading into the final week of the college football season.

Bill Bender

Bender: Notre Dame search begins with Luke Fickell

Notre Dame must replace longtime coach Brian Kelly, and Luke Fickell will be at the top of that list.

Bill Bender

Best possible landing spots for Spencer Rattler

Spencer Rattler is suddenly the hottest name on the transfer market. He could have his pick of schools, but these eight deserve strong consideration from the former Oklahoma quarterback.

Jacob Camenker

Why Bob Stoops is coming out of retirement to finish season as Sooners coach

The all-time winningest coach in Sooners history will take a break from his analysis role at Fox Sports to coach the Sooners in their bowl game.

Edward Sutelan

'Traitor': Oklahoma fans are livid at Lincoln Riley for taking USC job

They're comparing him to Satan, and worse — Kevin Durant.

Jacob Camenker

Why Lincoln Riley left Oklahoma for USC

Sporting News has everything you need to know about Riley's jump to USC, including contract details and who replaces him at Oklahoma in the meantime.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Trocchi: The secret to securing a 'home run' hire

Where should ADs look to fill open Power 5 jobs? Oftentimes, the answer is already on campus.

Bill Trocchi

Kelly texts Notre Dame following LSU news

A text message screenshot from Kelly to Notre Dame players was released, via The Athletic, where he apologized for not telling the team the news himself.

Madison Williams

Bender: Big pressure on Kelly to win it all at LSU

Brian Kelly did everything but win a national championship at Notre Dame. Now he's rolling the dice on getting one at LSU.

Bill Bender

Brian Kelly 'ghosts' Notre Dame coaching staff and players

Brian Kelly has reportedly not spoken to members of the Notre Dame coaching staff or players about his move to LSU.

Madison Williams

Stoops, Castiglione surprised by Riley's departure

Stoops, Castiglione and Oklahoma president Joe Harroz all expressed surprise when Riley approached them Sunday to indicate he was leaving for USC.

Jake Aferiat

Riley says USC contacted him after Bedlam loss

Riley provided some insight to his jump from Oklahoma to USC.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Lincoln Riley's Oklahoma buyout to leave for USC, explained

Taking a look at how much USC will pay Oklahoma to get Riley out of his current contract.

Edward Sutelan

Bender: Picks for conference championship picks

Will Georgia beat Alabama? Will Cincinnati finish an unbeaten season? Sporting News offers its picks for the 10 conference championship games.

Bill Bender

Bender: Riley brings touch with QBs to West Coast

Lincoln Riley is a home-run hire for the Trojans and the Pac-12. You can bet top West Coast prep quarterbacks will stay home and join him in Los Angeles.

Bill Bender

Ole Miss' Lane Kiffin drops ambiguous tweet amid coaching rumors

Kiffin is back to his trolling ways on social media.

Edward Sutelan

It turns out USC-bound Lincoln Riley was being honest about LSU job before leaving Oklahoma

Riley told reporters following Saturday's loss to Oklahoma State that he would not be leaving for LSU. That has proven to be true.

Edward Sutelan

Top Oklahoma recruits start to jump ship after Lincoln Riley leaves for USC job

Five-star wide receiver Brandon Inniss became the first to announce his deommitment from Oklahoma while Raleek Brown, a native of Santa Ana, California, could be poised to follow Riley to the Trojans.

Edward Sutelan

Bender: Who replaces Riley at Oklahoma?

Lincoln Riley is reportedly leaving Oklahoma for USC in a decision that rocked college football after rivalry week. Here are seven possible coaching replacements for the Sooners.

Bill Bender

Who is Billy Napier?

Florida has settled on Louisiana coach Billy Napier as its next coach. What to know about the coach announced as Dan Mullen's replacement.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Updated rankings after Week 13

Sporting News looks at the updated top-25 rankings following a turbulent Rivalry Week in college football.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Kliff Kingsbury to Oklahoma? Cardinals coach floated as random potential Lincoln Riley replacement

ESPN's Adam Schefter says that Kliff Kingsbury is under consideration as a potential replacement for Lincoln Riley. The rumor doesn't make a lot of sense.

Jacob Camenker

Orgeron won't coach LSU in bowl game

Orgeron's tenure finished with a 27-24 win over Jimbo Fisher and No. 15 Texas A&M in Tiger Stadium.

Zac Al-Khateeb

OU's Riley denies LSU interest

Riley has been tied to the LSU program for some time, but he denied any interest in it following the Sooners' loss in Bedlam.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Bender: Hell froze over, and Michigan beat Ohio State

Michigan finally beat Ohio State, and Jim Harbaugh's swag is back heading to the Big Ten championship game. It's a good thing.

Bill Bender

Bender: CFP picture heading into championship week

The Game, Bedlam and the Iron Bowl threw a few wrenches into the playoff picture. Sporting News sorts it out.

Bill Bender

What Ohio State's loss means for Bama, Cincy

Here's what Michigan's win over the Buckeyes should mean in the latest set of College Football Playoff rankings:

Zac Al-Khateeb

How Young, Alabama stunned Auburn

Alabama overcame a 10-0 scoreless deficit in the fourth quarter to stun Auburn in Jordan-Hare Stadium. Here's how the Crimson Tide pulled it off:

Zac Al-Khateeb

What Oklahoma's loss means for Notre Dame, Cincy

Here's how the Bedlam outcome affects the penultimate College Football Playoff rankings:

Zac Al-Khateeb

Alabama steals win in first Iron Bowl to go to OT

Sporting News tracked updates and highlights from the 2021 Iron Bowl between Alabama and Auburn. Follow for complete results from the SEC rivalry game.

Dani Mohr

Michigan overpowers Ohio State, wins Big Ten East

Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Ohio State vs. Michigan on Saturday. Follow for complete results from the 2021 edition of "The Game."

Jake Aferiat

Auburn RB Tank Bigsby's fourth-quarter misstep helps fuel Alabama comeback in 2021 Iron Bowl

Bigsby went out of bounds at a crucial juncture, giving Alabama a chance to tie the game and force OT.

Jake Aferiat

College football overtime rules 2021: Explaining how the new OT format works

College football overtime rules have changed more in the last three years than it did during the first couple decades of its existence.

Jacob Camenker

Williams ejected from Iron Bowl for targeting

Williams is one of the nation's top receivers. The Ohio State transfer is a finalist for the 2021 Biletnikoff Trophy.

Jake Aferiat

FSU kicker whiffs onside kick in final minute

The Seminoles cost themselves a last-ditch chance at a comeback with a botched onside kick.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Michigan, OSU scuffle during halftime

Video of the incident appears to show Michigan as the aggressor in the halftime incident.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Where is ‘College GameDay’ in Week 13?

"GameDay" is heading to Ann Arbor to preview "The Game" between Michigan and Ohio State. Sporting News has you covered on how to watch:

Zac Al-Khateeb

What channel is Notre Dame vs. Stanford on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 football rivalry game

Here’s what you need to know to watch Notre Dame vs. Stanford on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels, and the full rivalry week college football schedule.

Dani Mohr

What channel is LSU vs. Texas A&M on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 SEC football game

Here’s what you need to know to watch LSU vs. Texas A&M on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels, and the full rivalry week college football schedule.

Jake Aferiat

What channel is Oklahoma vs. Oklahoma St. on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 Bedlam rivalry game

Here’s what you need to know to watch Oklahoma vs. Oklahoma State on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels, and the full rivalry week college football schedule.

Jake Aferiat

What channel is Penn State vs. Michigan State on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 Big Ten game

Here is everything to know to watch Penn State vs. Michigan State on Saturday, including the start time and a full TV schedule for the 2021 Big Ten matchup.

Dani Mohr

What channel is Ohio State vs. Michigan on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 'The Game' rivalry

Here’s what you need to know to watch Ohio State vs. Michigan on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels, and the full rivalry week college football schedule.

Edward Sutelan

What channel is Alabama vs. Auburn on today?

Here’s what you need to know to watch Alabama vs. Auburn on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channels and the full rivalry week college football schedule.

Zac Al-Khateeb

College football schedule for Saturday

Sporting News breaks down the full college football schedule for Saturday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

NC State scores twice in less than 30 seconds to stun UNC late

The Wolfpack trailed the Tar Heels by nine points with 2:12 remaining in the game. They then became the first team this season to erase that large a deficit with that little time remaining.

Madison Williams

Week 13 College DFS picks

The Week 13 college football schedule has some potentially lucrative matchups for those in DFS contests. CFBDynasty's college fantasy football experts reveal some of their favorite stud, sleeper, and value picks for Week 13 DraftKings tournaments.

Josiah Connor

Trocchi: Cincinnati was impressive, for a half; will that be enough?

The Bearcats looked on their way to a blowout, but a sluggish second half leaves unease as Selection Sunday nears.

Bill Trocchi

Texas ends rough season on up note

Texas ends regular season at 5-7, breaking longest losing streak since 1956.

Dani Mohr

Bender: Auburn faces long odds in Iron Bowl

Alabama has an uneven history at Auburn in the Iron Bowl under Nick Saban, but the Tigers still face long odds on Saturday.

Bill Bender

College football schedule today: TV channels, start times to watch every NCAA game on Friday

Here's a look at the full slate of games on Friday, Nov. 26, including start times and TV channels.

Edward Sutelan

Ranking college football's 10 best rivalry trophies

With the Egg Bowl on tap, Sporting News takes a look at some of the best college football rivalry trophies in the sport.

Jake Aferiat

Florida, NC State should be on upset alert in Rivalry Week

There will be extra emotions in stadiums across the nation this week. Will that lead to some surprising results?

Bill Trocchi

Bender: Betting trends for Bedlam

The line on Bedlam has flipped, meaning the Sooners are underdogs. Will Oklahoma State break a six-game losing streak in the rivalry?

Bill Bender

What channel is Ole Miss vs. Mississippi St. on today? Time, TV schedule for 2021 Egg Bowl rivalry game

Here’s what you need to know to watch Ole Miss vs. Mississippi State on Thursday, including kickoff time, TV channels, and more for the Thanksgiving matchup.

Dani Mohr

Saban rants about 'self-absorbed' Alabama football fans

During the latest edition of "The Nick Saban Show," the Alabama coach fired off a rant about fans not appreciating the effort of Crimson Tide players.

Madison Williams

Bender: Ohio State a good bet to cover again?

Ohio State is a heavy favorite to beat Michigan again at the Big House. What trends, if any, might favor the Wolverines?

Bill Bender

Bender: Legendary punt returns have defined 'The Game'

Desmond Howard and Ted Ginn Jr. are linked with their punt returns in The Game, and the eras they have defined.

Bill Bender

James Franklin contract details: Penn State ends LSU, USC rumors with new 10-year extension

Franklin's new deal will keep him at Penn State for the next decade and is part of a larger investment into the football program.

Jake Aferiat

Top four teams in fourth CFP poll of 2021

Here are the latest top-25 College Football Playoff rankings entering rivalry week.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Bender: Notre Dame's path to the CFP still open

Can Notre Dame still make the College Football Playoff? Sporting News breaks down the potential path for the Irish with two weeks to go.

Bill Bender

1991 TSN Player of the Year Desmond Howard

Days after his signature punt return TD against Ohio State and days before winning the Heisman, Desmond Howard was named The Sporting News 1991 Player of the Year.

Bob Wojnowski

Desmond Howard's 'Hello, Heisman!' moment

The Sporting News' coverage of Desmond Howard's Heisman hopes didn't begin — or end — when he struck a pose.

Bob Hille

SN's 2021 bowl predictions, from New Year's Six to the CFP

Sporting News makes its bowl projections heading into Week 13 of the college football season.

Bill Bender

When are CFP rankings released?

The fourth set of College Football Playoff rankings is set to be unveiled on Tuesday. Sporting News has you updated on how to tune in and watch:

Zac Al-Khateeb

Bo Nix claims Bama gets preferential calls

The Auburn quarterback, who isn't playing in the Iron Bowl on Saturday, didn't mince words when it came to rival Alabama.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Bender: Picks for The Game, Bedlam and more

Ohio State and Oklahoma are road favorites in huge rivalries this weekend. SN thinks both will cover the spread.

Bill Bender

Why did Florida fire Dan Mullen?

Explaining Florida's decision to part ways with Mullen.

Edward Sutelan

Bender: Seven candidates Florida should pursue

With the Dan Mullen era over and Florida scrambling, the Gators still have some attractive candidates to choose from.

Bill Bender

Updated rankings after Week 12

What will the updated AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll look like following Week 12 of college football action?

Zac Al-Khateeb

Bender: C.J. Stroud vs. Bryce Young taking shape

Yes, C.J. Stroud and Bryce Young have loaded supporting casts. It doesn't matter. They are the Heisman front-runners heading into Rivalry Week.

Bill Bender

Shane Beamer admits South Carolina 'ran the same two plays over and over' in win over Auburn

The Gamecocks came back from a 14-0 deficit at the end of the first quarter to win 21-17.

Edward Sutelan

What Oregon's loss means for Ohio State

Oregon has fallen out College Football Playoff contention following its loss to Utah. Where do the Ducks go from here?

Zac Al-Khateeb

Bender: CFP picture heading into Week 13

Ohio State's impressive blowout of Michigan State and Oregon's loss to Utah shook up the picture with just one regular season weekend left.

Bill Bender

Utah stuns No. 3 Oregon with 28-point first half, punt return TD before halftime

The Utes made the bold decision to call a timeout just before the end of the half to set up a punt return, and it worked as Britain Covey returned the kick 78 yards for a touchdown.

Edward Sutelan

Drinkwitz trolls Mullen: 'May the Force be with you'

A successful 2-point conversion sealed the Missouri victory — and Drinkwitz's revenge.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Non-call of pass interference seals Nebraska loss to Wisconsin

Nebraska suffered its seventh one-score loss of the season thanks in part to a controversial no-call on pass interference with four seconds left.

Dani Mohr

UTSA stays undefeated with wild late touchdown

The Roadrunners survived a scare from the Blazers to stay undefeated.

Edward Sutelan

Arkansas pulls off fake field goal TD against Alabama

The Razorbacks pulled off a pivotal trick play against the Crimson Tide late in their ranked matchup.

Edward Sutelan

UCLA QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson signs autograph mid-game after touchdown vs. USC

The Bruins quarterback made time for an inquiring fan following a touchdown vs. the rival Trojans.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Texas football makes history in loss to West Virginia — for all the wrong reasons

The Longhorns have a long history of success in college football, but the latest loss to West Virginia puts them in a place they haven't been in years.

Edward Sutelan

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