Allar enters his final Penn State season with lofty expectations already. Whether he can prove his worth to NFL teams, however, remains to be seen.
Zain Bando
The Illinois football coach's previous SEC ties didn't influence his latest answer on the College Football Playoff and whether the SEC should play the Big Ten.
The Illini secured a huge pledge from New Jersey interior offensive lineman Kai Pritchard, a four-star recruit. But, according to the computers, their odds were the furthest thing from favorable.
Joe Theismann doesn't like where college football is going with the number of opportunities for players to enter the transfer portal.
Andrew Hughes
Dylan Raiola enters his second season with a chip on his shoulder, but it didn't stop his coach from giving him praise even when challenges arose midseason. The Cornhuskers managed to win a bowl game for the first time in nearly a decade.
The Vanderbilt star didn't hold back when comparing the SEC and Big Ten's levels of football competition. Pavia even mercifully defended the conference he plays in while taking a verbal jab at two of the Big Ten's non-powerhouses.
The Wolverines signed ECU transfer Jake Garcia Monday afternoon, leaving many to wonder what it could mean for five-star prospect Bryce Underwood. Garcia has bounced around over the last few years.
Ohio State-Texas is right around the corner in Week 1, and Greg McElroy says it's sure to deliver and determine who the Buckeyes' quarterback will be. Ohio State lost Will Howard to the NFL Draft in April.
Although Will Howard has moved on from his lone season at Ohio State, he has yet to forget what the program meant to him in a heartfelt message for the next generation. Howard led the Buckeyes to their first national title in a decade.
The Nittany Lions were minutes away from advancing to the national title game until disaster struck. James Franklin has a chance to rewrite wrongs this fall, but all rests on his shoulders, according to Joel Klatt.
The Ducks could get good news if their latest 2026 target pledges to Eugene. Jett Washington, a 5-star safety, is related to the late great Kobe Bryant.
Drew Allar may be back under center for Penn State, but NFL success could be hard to come by immediately. Allar bypassed the draft to remain in college.
If J.J. McCarthy can't get the job done on the Minnesota Vikings early in 2025, the franchise may consider bringing back their long-time starter, Kirk Cousins.
Alec Sanner
The Nebraska Cornhuskers are a Big Ten dark horse, but a significant move could have cost them if it weren't for Dylan Raiola. Raiola reportedly had interest from other teams before making a big decision.
It's between Mikey Keene and Bryce Underwood for the starting quarterback job in Ann Arbor this fall. Keene nursed an injury upon transferring from Fresno State, and now, an update has been revealed.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is taking Ohio State football legend and rookie signal-caller Will Howard under his wing, and Howard is already repaying the favor.
Mike Moraitis
Sherrone Moore's Michigan Wolverines football program is in hot pursuit of Khary Adams. Can they land the blue-chip defensive back?
Jacob Ganten
One Michigan insider is starting to love Bryce Underwood's game thus far.
Bryce Underwood has immense pressure on him entering Year 1. One analyst says it's perfectly reasonable.
The Minnesota Vikings may not be sold on Michigan Wolverines football legend J.J. McCarthy as their cornerstone star.
Xaiver Aguiar
Urban Meyer sent parting words to Ryan Day and Ohio State entering the 2025 season.
The Ducks are in a tough spot during their 2026 recruiting cycle.
Urban Meyer ruffled a few feathers in his latest rant about "The Game" rivalry, how USC football should be portrayed.
One FS1 host did Oregon Ducks football legend Dillon Gabriel dirty with a brutal comparison to Joe Flacco at the Cleveland Browns' minicamp.
Tom Brady is going to play a small role in promoting Canelo-Crawford, a mega boxing match set for September.
Keep an eye on these three Big Ten teams entering this fall.
WWE superstar and Cleveland native Mike "The Miz" Mizanin weighed in on Oregon Ducks football legend and the Browns' third-round draft pick, Dillon Gabriel.
Ryder Lyons, a 2026 five-star QB recruit, is visiting one of the Big Ten's premier programs.
Baker Mayfield had a surprising take about a receiver already turning heads.
Oregon Ducks football coach Dan Lanning has massive shoes to fill after Evan Stewart's injury.
According to Paul Finebaum, James Franklin is the right coach to lead Penn State, but there is a price to pay.
Tom Brady opened up on how having an NIL deal would have changed his college career forever.
Aaron Rodgers signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers is bad news for one rookie quarterback.
Terry McLaurin has been a staple of the Commanders offense, but it seems as if that ship could be sailing.
Hunter Cookston
Paul Finebaum set the record straight about Lincoln Riley's future in Hollywood.
Fresh off a Super Bowl win, Barkley may have already decided on his NFL future.
There's not a uniform opinion on what Michigan Wolverines football legend J.J. McCarthy will do with the Minnesota Vikings in 2025.
Ohio State made a sneaky offensive upgrade that could pay off in the long term.
The Minnesota Vikings must have something planned, given their refusal to guarantee Michigan Wolverines football legend J.J. McCarthy's starting job.
Michigan reloaded this offseason, and now it wants to take full advantage.
Penn State Nittany Lions football legend Saquon Barkley has a memeable Madden 26 cover that social media tore into.
The UCLA Bruins made a huge transfer portal splash, but it remains unclear if it will pay off.
Paul Finebaum has had enough of the song-and-dance of the new-look College Football Playoff.
Dan Lanning might go down swinging in attempt to land a 5-star offensive tackle.
The Spartans have their new Athletic Director, the school announced Monday.
Will Howard was a target of the unimaginable this past season at Ohio State.
Bryce Underwood could earn the Wolverines' starting quarterback job this fall after their receivers coach gave a thorough breakdown of the five-star prospect.
The Lincoln Riley era could be coming to an end after this season, one national college football writer predicts.
Did Altmyer ever consider leaving Illinois? Although Bret Bielema said no, Luke Altmyer says it was a possibility.
Paul Finebaum was not thrilled with Kirk Ferentz's latest run at Iowa.
USC-Notre Dame may be on its last legs, but if it was up to Marcus Freeman, it would look vastly different.
Nebraska fans were an unhappy bunch Thursday upon learning about its team's Michigan kickoff time and network designation.
Bret Bielema took to social media to congratulate himself on a major EA Sports development.
The Big Ten Conference released select kickoff and TV times Thursday ahead of the upcoming college football season.
Joel Klatt wants the College Football Playoff to be transparent.
Brian Kelly wants to see annual Big Ten-SEC matchups.
Pittsburgh Steelers legends are all sick of the team's prolonged, and unsuccessful, pursuit of Aaron Rodgers.
Ryan Day did not get the warmest reception for his EA Sports character reveal.
Big Ten coaches are in agreement this is James Franklin's best chance to win a national title for Penn State.
If Lincoln Riley can't find success in the polls, it could be a long season for USC.
The Hoosiers stunned the college football world this past season and can do it again if they answer a highly sought-after question.
Kirk Ferentz stays put in Iowa City in 2025 and has a glaring weakness that could define the season.
Bret Bielema attempts to build off Illinois' best season in over two decades.
Indiana made the CFP last year, but this year might be a different story.
USC Trojans football coach Lincoln Riley is excited for Jayden Maiava's next go-round in University Park.
Pankti Parmar
Ross Tucker was critical of Caleb Williams' NFL career thus far, and if drastic improvements aren't met, the Bears may have to move on.
The former Ohio State linebacker gave credit to Ryan Day's team after the Michigan Wolverines nearly ruined an eventual title journey for the ages.
One CBS Sports analyst doesn't fully buy into the Illinois football hype.
Luke Fickell can turn things around in Madison, but it may take a stroke of luck.
The USC coach is beginning to accept a reality where it plays Notre Dame infrequently, if at all, moving forward.
What changes, if any, would have tripped up Ohio State's playoff path?
Keyshawn Johnson uncovered how much USC would have paid him had NIL existed in the 1990s.
Week 1 appears to be a must-win for Arch Manning and the Texas Longhorns.
The Illinois football program took a massive step toward continuous national recognition Wednesday.
Matt Rhule’s latest comments on College Football Playoff expansion didn’t sit well with some of the sport’s loudest voices.
Shane Shoemaker
The Nebraska Cornhuskers coach was direct in his reasoning when discussing the possibility of a 40-team playoff.
One major hiccup could be the beginning of the end for Penn State.
Jeremiah Smith may see himself participate on the world stage in 2028.
Dante Moore gets his shot to shine in Eugene.
Bryce Underwood may be a key pillar of Michigan's success.
Dillon Gabriel may be a lifelong backup, a Cleveland-based radio host shared.
Is this the year Penn State finally gets it done? One projection gives its verdict.
Dan Lanning is a good coach, but the possibility of winning a national championship may have to come at a later time, according to a recent prediction
The narrative around Illinois qualifying for the CFP may happen this year, but it may get treated the same as a fellow Big Ten sleeper from this past season.
Ohio State may not repeat as national champions after all.
USC Trojans football legend Caleb Williams can become the next Josh Allen if everything goes well for the Chicago Bears.
Matt Hayes is displeased with recent NFL decision-making regarding its December conflict with the CFP.
Jeremiah Smith could win college football's biggest award as a sophomore.
Shedeur Sanders denied friend Cam Ward his first ever jersey swap.
Bret Bielema kept a no-nonsense approach regarding the current state of NIL.
Ryan Day and the Ohio State Buckeyes can go back-to-back, but there may be a slight issue.
Curt Cignetti had a chance to dissect the film of Indiana's playoff loss to Notre Dame, but it isn't enough to erase the sting that he felt knowing the season was over.
Although James Franklin has not caught up to Ryan Day in securing his first national title, ESPN still pegs the Penn State Nittany Lions to win it at some point.
Dan Lanning has a chip on his shoulder entering this fall as the Ducks look for back-to-back Big Ten titles.
Despite winning a national title, it wasn't enough for Ohio State's Ryan Day to crack the top spot on ESPN's latest coaching list.
Bryce Underwood isn't going anywhere, no matter what.
Urban Meyer is not a fan of Nico Iamaleava's recent move.
Caleb Williams' rookie season could have gone much differently if his dad had it his way.
Ohio State-Texas may be forced off "Big Noon Kickoff."
If the Lions made this trade, their roster would be bolstered.
The Oregon Ducks boosted their offensive line presence this offseason.
Nico Iamaleava took his talents to California and has to prove that the risk is worth the reward.
If Penn State can win a Big Ten title, this is the year for it to do it.
If Oregon secures an early-September win, last year's Big Ten title team may be the beginning of something special.
Bret Bielema isn't leaving Champaign anytime soon.
Penn State's season could be over if James Franklin loses to Ryan Day, which has become a yearly occurrence.
Julian Sayin might become the starter this season after all.
Bryce Underwood could get his Day 1 shot in Ann Arbor.
Although "Big Noon Kickoff" is meant to kickstart a typical college football Saturday, not everyone is thrilled about Ohio State-Texas kicking off the season.
Zeno Jo
The Browns may still be searching for their franchise quarterback next spring.
Urban Meyer's coaching career could have abruptly ended for a non-football reason.
Although unlikely, there is a slim chance Penn State's season is a disaster.
The Illini will have much to prove this season once again despite winning 10 games last year.
"The Game" will be here before long.
Will Howard has had nothing but good things to say about his Pittsburgh Steelers' experience thus far.
Could another star with the last name Harrison be joining Ohio State in a few years?
Anything to get recruits to say yes is what Oregon football coach Dan Lanning will do.
CBS Sports isn't opposed to Jeremiah Smith winning the Heisman Trophy.
The Browns loaded up at quarterback in the draft, but Dillon Gabriel isn’t flinching — even as trade rumors begin to swirl.
Pat McAfee has fully bought into Nebraska football's resurgence.
Joel Klatt trusts Sherrone Moore's staff, including defensive coordinator Wink Martindale, will "figure it out" this season.
Ohio State's season could be over before it even begins.
Will Howard was a transfer last season, this was the perfect time for Ohio State fan favorite Jack Sawyer to test the new guy.
Although Oregon won a Big Ten title this past season and clinched a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff, this season is no guarantee.
The former Ohio State coaching legend has had enough of the NCAA's double standard.
Who will replace Will Howard this fall? The Sporting News' Bill Bender weighs in.
The former Ohio State linebacker gave his thoughts about what the Buckeyes football program values more: rings or beating TTUN.
The national-championship-winning coach trusts his former quarterback to succeed with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Joel Klatt has high expectations for Penn State this season, which may include a would-be well-deserved finish.
Big-money freshman Bryce Underwood is already being praised as one of the top quarterbacks in the Big Ten. Is he worthy of that praise?
Nico Iamaleava left Tennessee in a shocking way, but it made UCLA a winner of the spring transfer portal window.
Oregon Ducks football coach Dan Lanning addressed his NFL future and whether or not he has one.
One of the Big Ten's biggest surprise teams last season has a chance to make a big jump this fall with a possible College Football Playoff berth awaiting it.
Penn State's 2026 recruiting class just got better.
Jim Knowles suspected a departure was in the works after Ohio State won a national title this past season.
Nebraska fans didn't take too kindly to Matt Rhule's appearance at the latest edition of "Monday Night RAW."
The national media is beginning to buy into Bret Bielema's Illinois football turnaround.
Ohio State can win another national title if last year's breakout star shows out again.
Is this the year for Penn State?
Michigan Wolverines football coach Sherrone Moore gave himself a laughable ban for the Central Michigan and Nebraska games.
The Michigan Wolverines will undergo a minor setback this season.
Even after a surprise transfer, Nico Iamaleava is already drawing early NFL buzz despite limited production.
The Browns walked away with two quarterbacks in the 2025 NFL Draft, but one expert believes that may never have happened if Penn State’s Drew Allar had gone pro.
Rob Gronkowski isn't a fan of Abdul Carter asking for Lawrence Taylor's legendary jersey number.
Could Luke Fickell be on the hot seat?
Steelers' QB room slammed after Will Howard pick — and Aaron Rodgers could still shake things up.
Abdul Carter has been denied twice by Giants legends with retired jerseys, so now he has made an interesting threat.
Can Michigan make it five wins in a row over Ohio State?
Ohio State football blue-chip Julian Sayin may not be Ryan Day's successor to Will Howard under center.
Nebraska beat out Illinois, Texas A&M and LSU for one of 2027's top prospects.
Michigan State is going in a different direction with its athletic program.
Abdul Carter's moment when he realized he had turned pro was finally revealed Wednesday.
Ryan Day is tired of convincing recruits to attend Ohio State.
Will Howard knew the Steelers needed a QB, so when it was their pick he was trying to talk through his TV to Pittsburgh to draft him.
Penn State just added to an impressive portal class with Trebor Pena, giving them a huge chance to start as the No. 1 team in the country.
Ryan Day and Ohio State football's chances of repeating are greater than anticipated.
Can Penn State get over the hump with James Franklin?
Tyler Warren apparently had a similar experience to Shedeur Sanders.
James Franklin didn't do himself any favors during the Penn State spring football game.
Here's what to know to watch Oregon's 2025 spring game.
Ashlee Woods
Donovan Jackson dropped a nugget that has stuck with him from his college years.
Nick Saban spoke highly of Colston Loveland as a recruit he wishes he had back. Loveland was the Bears' first-round choice.
As Shedeur Sanders slid out of the first round, Skip Bayless ended his social media tirade against the Titans.
Nico Iamaleava and his brother Madden are in danger of getting sued by Tennessee and Arkansas for breaking their NIL deals to join UCLA football. If Nico is forced to give some or all of his remaining NIL money to Tennessee, his controversial departure from the Volunteers will go down as one of the most poorly managed situations in college sports history.
Ben Grunert
How does Ohio State-Michigan relate to the NFL Draft? Mason Graham has the answer.
Could Abdul Carter help turn the Giants around?
Mason Graham may end up landing in the Bay Area by the time the first day of the NFL Draft ends.
Luke Altmyer isn't going anywhere, Bret Bielema said Thursday.
A risky pick for the Miami Dolphins at No. 13 could pay dividends in the long-term.
Tyler Warren may end up as part of a laundry list of tight ends who have played for this iconic franchise.
The Detroit Lions are looking to create one of the nastiest defensive lines in the NFL.
Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule says Shedeur Sanders isn’t just talented — he was trained from birth to thrive in the NFL spotlight.
With another elite Penn State defender available, the Giants are facing pressure not to make the same mistake twice.
Michigan Wolverines All-American predicted to see unexpected fall in ESPN's Peter Schrager's lone 2025 NFL Mock Draft
Liam Willerup
Nico Iamaleava will likely have a lot of answering to do in the coming months.
Oregon Ducks head football coach Dan Lanning was very clear to Nico Iamaleava about the quarterback potentially joining his program.
Kirk Cousins could end up on the Steelers, Browns, or Vikings -- though Minnesota should be seen as the least likely NFL trade destination for the quarterback.
Tennessee and UCLA made the first "trade" in college football, but the completion may be far from over.
Abdul Carter may end up in a bad situation if this draft prediction comes true.
UCLA head coach DeShaun Foster is finally speaking out on Nico Iamaleava’s transfer and why the Bruins couldn’t pass him up.
Luke Altmyer isn't going anywhere this fall.
Nico Iamaleava was given a brutal assessment following his decision to go to UCLA.
UCLA head football coach DeShaun Foster sent a bold message on new Bruins quarterback Nico Iamaleava, ignoring the negative coverage of the former Tennessee signal-caller's controversial transfer. Iamaleava will look to prove the doubters wrong in his next chapter with the Bruins.
The Bruins and Volunteers just traded QB's, now they want a week zero showdown.
Find out the latest intel regarding Bryce Underwood's QB1 status this fall.
Could the California kid stay home to begin his NFL career?
Nico Iamaleava choosing to go to UCLA after his fallout with Tennessee shows what NIL has become, according to a college football analyst.
Kyle McCord may become the face of one of the NFL's premiere franchises.
Nico Iamaleava’s move to UCLA may be a win on paper, but the fallout has some questioning head coach DeShaun Foster’s credibility.
Dillon Gabriel could end up on the other side of the country if this draft prediction comes true.
With Nico Iamaleava headed to UCLA, Joey Aguilar is on the move — and Tennessee could be his next stop.
Will Howard could wind up not having to travel too far to play for his first NFL franchise.
Nico Iamaleava's transfer portal process took aback ESPN college football host Rece Davis.
Nico Iamaleava officially announced his transfer to UCLA, finalizing his controversial departure from Tennessee. The young quarterback could emerge as a game-changer for the Bruins if he lives up to his potential.
Nico Iamaleava is officially transitioning from the SEC to the Big Ten with no extra drama.
Jalen Ramsey has been rumored to get traded out of Miami, the Dolphins are likely to draft his replacement on Thursday.
Bret Bielema's 2026 recruiting class took a small hit Saturday night, but should remain optimistic.
George Kittle is fulfilling his off-season relaxation to the delight of sports fans everywhere.
