Betting trends to know for USC-Stanford

Stanford pounded USC last season, but the new-look Trojans are poised for revenge.

BENDER: Quinn Ewers gets his chance to match his hype vs. mighty Alabama

Former five-star QB Quinn Ewers has been hyped since his high school days. Two schools and two years later, he gets his chance to shine against No. 1 Alabama.

DECOURCY: CFP almost gets new format right, but bowls get in way again

The decision to employ historic bowl sites for the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds when the College Football Playoff is expanded to 12 entrants is another goof for a sport that can't get the postseason right.

Brian Kelly's LSU tenure now includes exchange with reporter over punctuality

The reporter said that she apologized for her comment and Kelly accepted. She also said why she arrived just before the scheduled start of Kelly's media availability.

Updated college football rankings after Week 1

Sporting News looks at our first AP Top 25 poll of the season with real football under our belts.

How long will Jaxon Smith-Njigba be out?

Smith-Njigba came out of Ohio State's season opener against Notre Dame, and after a brief return, was out for the second half.

Clemson's offense ignites in the second half, overwhelms Georgia Tech in opener

The Sporting News tracked live updates from the Clemson vs. Georgia Tech game in Atlanta. Below are results and highlights from Monday's ACC clash.

DJ Uiagalelei navigates 'perfect scenario' to open Season 2 as Clemson's QB1

The incumbent starter overcame early "adversity," as head coach Dabo Swinney put it, in leading the No. 4 Tigers to a season-opening win.

College football schedule for Week 1 top-25 games

The Sporting News has everything you need to know for each of the top-25 games on Saturday.

Get the latest results and highlights from Week 1's top-25 games

The Sporting News is following top-25 action in Week 1 of the 2022 college football season.

What channel is Clemson vs. Georgia on today?

The first full week of college football concludes with the Labor Day game between ACC rivals.

Brian Kelly explains why LSU didn't attempt 2-point play

Hindsight is 20/20, but special teams mishaps cost LSU severely in the loss.

Florida State-LSU had one of the wildest endings you'll ever see

Florida State and LSU made their case for college football game of the year on Monday.

Seminoles' last-second PAT block seals victory over Tigers

The Seminoles won an incredible back-and-forth game vs. LSU, one in which a blocked point-after attempt sealed the victory.

BENDER: Brian Kelly's stunning loss in LSU debut is a moment that will stick

Debuts matter, and Brian Kelly's ended in a wild loss to LSU. Now those sideline cameras will zoom on him more than ever as he tries to get the Tigers back on track.

Week 1 takeaways: Georgia still looks No. 1, USC is Pac-12's best hope for CFP

Explaining Brian Kelly's departure from Notre Dame to LSU

LSU's pitches to lure Brian Kelly away from Notre Dame all had one goal in mind.

What channel is Jackson State vs. Florida A&M on today?

Here’s what you need to know to watch Jackson State vs. Florida A&M on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and both teams' 2022 schedules.

What channel is LSU vs. Florida State on today?

Here’s what you need to know to watch LSU vs. Florida State on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels, and both teams' full schedules.

Defense powers Ohio State to win over fellow top-5 team Notre Dame

The Sporting News tracked live updates and highlights from Ohio State vs. Notre Dame. Follow along for complete results.

BENDER: Ohio State grinds out win over Notre Dame with defense, unsung heroes

Jim Tressel was honored along with the 2002 national title team at Ohio State on Saturday. The former coach must have felt like he was watching his old team as the Buckeyes used a throwback formula to beat the Irish.

Will FSU lure Deion Sanders away from Jackson State?

The Sporting News examines the whether Florida State will chase after its former football legend in the near future.

Virginia Tech's Connor Blumrick apologizes for knocking down Old Dominion fan after Hokies' upset loss

Things were ugly for Virginia Tech on Friday, including after the game.

LSU's Brian Kelly keeping QB1 under wraps, but he's made his decision

Jayden Daniels and Garrett Nussmeier would bring very different styles to LSU's offense.

Georgia vs. Oregon score: Bulldogs dominate Ducks in season opener

The Sporting News followed Georgia and Oregon's Week 1 matchup in Atlanta.

Five crazy numbers from North Carolina's 63-61 win over App State

The over/under on UNC-App State was 56 points. Both teams eclipsed that by themselves.

Michigan's Jim Harbaugh explains 'biblical' reason for extending QB battle into season

Michigan's quarterback battle will extend at least two weeks into the season. The Sporting News tries to explain the process.

Kirby Smart coaching tree: Dan Lanning to take on Bulldogs next

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Explaining how college football's targeting rule works

College football's targeting rule is one of the most intensely debated rules in organized sports. The Sporting News attempts to provide clarity about it.

Why Quinn Ewers transferred to Texas from Ohio State, explained

The Texas native is back in his home state after leaving the Buckeyes. The Sporting News looks at his decision to become a Longhorn.

Meet Tyler Buchner, Notre Dame's athletic freak of a starting QB

Here's everything you need to know about Notre Dame's newest No. 1 signal-caller, Tyler Buchner.

How Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman climbed the coaching ladder: Ohio State was the bottom rung

What was Marcus Freeman's path to becoming the 30th head coach in Notre Dame football history, succeeding Brian Kelly? The Sporting News lays out his timeline.

College football picks, predictions against the spread for Week 1 top 25 games

Sporting News picks every Week 1 top 25 game against the spread.

Where is ‘College GameDay’ on Saturday in Week 1?

"GameDay" is heading to Columbus to preview the top-five matchup between Notre Dame and Ohio State.

What to know about Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Ohio State's record-setting wide receiver

Smith-Njigba set several Ohio State and bowl records in his first full season with the Buckeyes. What will he do for an encore?

Breaking down Ohio State's WR depth chart

Despite losing Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave, Ohio State's wide receiver room remains as deep as ever.

What channel is Georgia vs. Oregon on today?

Georgia and Oregon will face off in a battle of top-25 teams to kick off their 2022 college football season.

What channel is Texas vs. Louisiana Monroe on today?

Texas will open its season against Louisiana Monroe on Saturday, Sept. 3.

What channel is USC vs. Rice on today?

No. 14-ranked USC will host Rice to open its 2022 college football season.

What channel is Alabama vs. Utah State on today?

Alabama will open its 2022 college football season with a matchup against Utah State.

What channel is Ohio State vs. Notre Dame on today?

Here's all the information you need to watch Saturday's matchup between the Buckeyes and the Fighting Irish, including TV channel and start time.

How Yungblud's 'The Emperor' became college football's latest hit song

ESPN's newest hype song for the college football season is a certified banger.

BENDER: Expanded CFP good for college football

How is the inclusive model better for college football? What about realignment? Will the regular season still matter? Let's count the ways. 

C.J. Stroud hooks Ohio State teammates up with $500 Express gift cards

The Buckeyes' quarterback is spreading the wealth from his NIL deal.

Nick Saban bemoans 'rat poison' as Crimson Tide begin season

Saban has referred to the hype surrounding his team as "rat poison" at times over the last five years.

Pitt rallies to capture wild renewal of Backyard Brawl against West Virginia

The Sporting News tracked live updates and highlights throughout the 2022 Backyard Brawl. Follow below for complete coverage:

Jaxon Smith-Njigba is latest star among stars in Ohio State WR room

The ultra-talented wide receiver room at Ohio State has a new, and clear, No. 1 in Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

The 'Eddie George photo' is an iconic part of the Ohio State-Notre Dame rivalry

Ohio State won the last matchup at the Horseshoe between the two blueblood programs, and it marked a line of demarcation between the two programs that carries to this weekend's showdown.

College football upset alert: Expert picks for Week 1 underdogs with the best odds to win

The Sporting News Underdog Challenge is back for Year 2, my friends, and we are going to find the upsets before they happen like never before.

Betting guide for LSU-Florida State Sunday night showdown.

LSU and Florida State looked poised to battle down to the wire Sunday night at the Superdome.

ESPN GameDay host Desmond Howard talks Michigan QBs, defends Wolverines' playoff pick

Desmond Howard likes Michigan's chances to defend the Big Ten title in 2022.

What college football games are on Friday?

The Sporting News looks ahead at the college football schedule for Week 1's Friday slate.

How an imperfect Sean Clifford led Penn State to its comeback win over Purdue

Clifford's 2022 debut was anything but flawless, but he led the Nittany Lions to a comeback win and a 1-0 record.

M.J. Devonshire's pick-six the final twist in a wild Pitt-WVU Backyard Brawl

Devonshire made the play at the most opportune time in a thrilling Week 1 matchup.

Week 1 controversy: Was targeting ejection of Penn State LB Abdul Carter the right call?

We have the first controversial call of the college football season, and it comes in the Big Ten matchup between Penn State and Purdue.

Week 1 daily college fantasy football picks for DraftKings contests

The opening week of the college football season features plenty of fun matchups to parse through for those in DFS contests. CFBDynasty's college fantasy football experts reveal some of their favorite stud, sleeper, and value picks for Week 1 DraftKings tournaments.

Arkansas vs. Cincinnati betting odds and prediction

Arkansas hosts Cincinnati in a highly anticipated Week 1 non-conference matchup. Sporting News breaks down the matchup with an ATS and over/under pick.

Week 1 college football ATS betting picks

Sporting News dissects Week 1 of the college football season with some against-the-spread picks for televised games featuring teams outside the AP Top 25.

Utah vs. Florida betting odds and prediction

The Billy Napier era kicks off on Saturday night as Florida welcomes No. 7 Utah to the Swamp in a highly-anticipated Pac-12 vs. SEC matchup. Sporting News breaks down this non-conference contest with an ATS and over/under pick.

Why did Kedon Slovis transfer from USC to Pitt?

Kedon Slovis is looking to make waves for the Panthers in 2022.

Lorenzo & Sonny Styles: Brothers turn Ohio State-Notre Dame into a family showcase

For four quarters, brothers will be opponents, but the Pickerington, Ohio, natives will be brothers first before and after the Ohio State-Notre Dame showdown.

What channel is Penn State vs. Purdue on today?

The Sporting News breaks down the Big Ten cross-division game between the Nittany Lions and Boilermakers:

Peach Bowl CEO Gary Stokan's vision made Atlanta college football's center stage

Between the Chick-fil-A kickoff games, the SEC championship and the CFP semifinal, Atlanta will host some of the biggest games on the college football calendar. And that isn't changing any time soon.

Meet Penn State RB Nick Singleton

Nick Singleton is the highest-rated running back recruit Penn State has had in several years. But the freshman will have to work his way into the starting rotation.

History, highlights from the Pitt vs. West Virginia rivalry

The classic rivalry returns Thursday at Acrisure Stadium.

What channel is Pitt vs. West Virginia on today?

The Sporting News looks at the Thursday meeting between Pitt and West Virginia, including how to watch:

Betting guide to Georgia-Oregon clash

Georgia is a strong favorite, but look for Oregon to stand up to the Bulldogs.

Betting guide to Ohio State-Notre Dame showdown

SN previews the Week 1 showdown between the Buckeyes and Irish.

Why did JT Daniels transfer from Georgia to West Virginia?

JT Daniels moved from USC to Georgia to West Virginia in his college career.

Top transfer players who can contribute on new teams in 2022

There was no shortage of transfers over the offseason. Here are the players who can most likely contribute at their new destinations.

Revisiting Oklahoma's controversial 2016 loss to Central Michigan

Oklahoma State and CMU will play again for the first time since that fateful game. Revisiting the controversial loss that never should have been.

College Football Week 1 prop bets: Bo Nix, Anthony Richardson & more

We take a look at some of the best prop bets across the country for Saturday's college football slate, which includes Oregon quarterback Bo Nix taking on Georgia and Florida's Anthony Richardson going up against a ranked Utah Utes team at the Swamp.

Pittsburgh vs. West Virginia betting odds and prediction

The Backyard Brawl returns on Thursday night as No. 17 Pittsburgh hosts West Virginia in a non-conference bout. Sporting News breaks down the matchup with an ATS and over/under pick.

Pitt-West Virginia 2007: The night the most epic Backyard Brawl altered college football history

There is clear No. 1 as far as West Virginia's most painful losses: the 100th meeting of the Backyard Brawl that cost the Mountaineers a potential national championship.

Jackson's water crisis is impacting Deion Sanders' program

Jackson, Miss., is mostly without clean water. That means no working toilets, no air conditioning and no ice baths at Jackson State's facility, according to coach Deion Sanders.

Meet your Heisman dark horse: Washington State quarterback Cameron Ward is on a mission

After being ignored in high school, Cameron Ward dominated at the FCS level and is hoping is jump to the Power 5 will be a stop on the way to the NFL.

It may be a bumpy Year 1 for Marcus Freeman, but Notre Dame's outlook is still bright

Kirby Smart's transition from defensive coordinator to head coach was tough at first, but his recruiting eventually got him to the top. Marcus Freeman may follow a similar path.

Northwestern O-line coach trolls Nebraska's Scott Frost: 'We only puked 4 times all camp'

Scott Frost said that his linemen were vomiting 15 to 20 times per practice. Northwestern let him have it after the Wildcats upset Cornhuskers in Week 0.

Nebraska isn't putting a number on 2022 success, but 0-1 makes the math much harder

Nebraska begins its 2022 season with a loss that looks too much like a lot of other losses during the tenure of its embattled coach.

Why fans at Nebraska vs. Northwestern got free beer, concessions at Aviva Stadium

It all had to do with a WiFi issue.

College football Week 1 viewer's guide: Time, TV, best games in five-day weekend

Week 1 of the college football season is a five days of football fun. Sporting News breaks down the best games of the opening weekend.

College football schedule for Week 0 FBS games

Here's all the information you need for the first weekend of the 2022 FBS college football season.

Why is Nebraska-Northwestern being played in Dublin?

Nebraska vs. Northwestern is the first edition of the delayed Aer Lingus College Football Classic, a five-game series of college football games in Ireland.

Why isn't Decoldest Crawford playing for Nebraska?

Crawford is already one of the most recognizable names for Nebraska, and has yet to play a down for the Huskers. That will remain the case in the season opener.

What channel is Nebraska vs. Northwestern on today?

The first Power 5 game of the season is upon us. Here's how to watch the Nebraska-Northwestern game as it kicks off in Dublin:

Full Week 0 schedule for FBS teams in 2022

College football is back. The Sporting News has everything you need to tune in and watch what should be a good primer for Week 1:

Nebraska vs. Northwestern odds, prediction, betting trends for Week 0 matchup in Dublin

Nebraska finished 3-9 last season, and the pressure is on fifth-year coach Scott Frost after four straight losing seasons.

College football picks, predictions against the spread for Week 0 matchups

Northwestern-Nebraska is the Week 0 game worth watching. SN makes it first picks against the spread for the 2022 season.

Heisman Trophy Odds 2022: Favorites, sleepers ahead of Week Zero

Ahead of Week Zero, check out our breakdown of the 2022 Heisman Trophy odds, which includes obvious favorites C.J. Stroud (+200) and Bryce Young (+430) along with sleepers Will Anderson (+2000) and Hendon Hooker (+6000).

Jacksonville State football accuses Stephen F. Austin of spying

Nothing like a little espionage between two FCS programs.

Highest-paid college football coaches: Kirby Smart, Nick Saban among the nation's biggest earners

Sporting News details the ten highest-paid coaches in college football, based on 2022 salaries.

How Manti Te'o became a high-profile victim of a catfishing hoax

The Sporting News looks back on the bizarre catfishing hoax that hooked the star Notre Dame linebacker.

Portal Passers: Take the College Quarterback Transfer Quiz

College QBs have been in the move since last season. Have you kept up? Test your knowledge for the season kicks off in a few days to see if you know where these quarterbacks will be playing this fall.

2022-23 College Football Betting Preview

With Week Zero kicking off this weekend, bettors don't have much time left to get down some preseason futures bets. We highlight the best bets to win the National Championship and make the College Football Playoff along with a couple of other futures markets.

Six college football coaches who are under pressure to win this season

Last year's coaches who entered the year on the hot seat ranged from Jim Harbaugh, who reached the College Football Playoff, to Clay Helton, who was fired after two games.

Texas' Steve Sarkisian names Quinn Ewers starting QB in odd announcement

It seemed a foregone conclusion until Texas actually made the announcement.

C.J. Stroud says Big Ten should share media revenue with players

The returning Heisman Trophy finalist wants to see the Big Ten share portions of the record-breaking deal with the athletes who make it possible in the first place.

Scott Frost: Nebraska linemen are vomiting 15-20 times per practice

That's certainly one metric by which to measure exertion during practice.

Big Ten should pull invitation to Notre Dame and stop playing the Irish

If Notre Dame wants to remain independent, the Big Ten should pull its reported 'open invitation' and stop scheduling the Irish.

Big Ten TV deal most lucrative in college sports history

The Big Ten on Thursday announced a record-smashing media rights deal with CBS, Fox, NBC and Peacock. Breaking down the deal and what it means for fans moving forward:

ACC Betting Preview

We break down the 2022 ACC betting odds before highlighting a couple of favorites, sleepers, and a long shot to watch. Get that, plus our favorite regular season win totals and early against-the-spread picks.

North Carolina wide receiver Josh Downs has earned his elite status as NFL Draft prospect

The first-team preseason All-ACC wide receiver will be vital to North Carolina's rebuilt offense in 2022.

ACC football predictions 2022: Conference standings, impact transfers, best games

The ACC has one more season of divisions, and it looks like we could be headed for a Miami-Clemson title game matchup.

How to watch Manti Te'o Netflix documentary

Netflix is releasing another entry in its "Untold" series. This one focuses on the catfishing hoax that enveloped former Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te'o.

Win Totals: Why you should bet Cincinnati, fade Florida State, more picks

The experts from BetQL break down some of the best and worst value bets for 2022 college football over/under win totals. Should you lay down some action on Cincinnati, SMU, Florida State, and more?

Best Pac-12 bets to consider for 2022

We break down the 2022 Pac-12 betting odds before highlighting a couple of favorites, sleepers, and a long shot to watch. Get that, plus our favorite regular season win totals and early against-the-spread picks.

Pac-12 football predictions 2022: Conference standings, impact transfers, best games

Divisions are gone, but the same Pac-12 champ should emerge in Utah.

College football updated polls: AP Top 25, Coaches Poll rankings released for 2022 season

There is a consensus top 8 teams in the country according to the AP, Coaches and Sporting News preseason polls.

AP Poll: Will Alabama, Ohio State run wire to wire at No. 1 and No. 2?

The AP preseason poll hasn't seen the top two teams go wire-to-wire since 2005, when Texas and USC produced one of the most memorable championship games of all time.

College football rankings 2022: Alabama, Ohio State top AP Preseason Poll

Alabama is a runaway No. 1 in the AP preseason poll, with Ohio State and Georgia receiving a few first-place votes.

College Fantasy Sleepers 2022

There's no shortage of potential fantasy sleepers for the 2022 college football season. CFBDynasty breaks down a few of its favorite potential breakouts at QB, RB, and WR.

Top 200 College Fantasy Rankings

Are you ready for your 2022 college fantasy draft? You aren't if you don't have a reliable set of overall rankings. CFBDynasty provides a Top 200 big board to get you started. From the top picks to the mid-round sleepers, update your college fantasy football cheat sheet!

College Fantasy Football Kicker Rankings 2022

Find the best kicker options for your 2022 college fantasy football team with CFBDynasty.com's kicker rankings.

College Fantasy Football D/ST Rankings 2022

Defense wins championships...even in college fantasy football. Check out CFBDynasty's college fantasy D/ST rankings ahead of your 2022 draft.

College Fantasy Football TE Rankings 2022

With several elite tight ends and plenty of potential breakouts, CFBDynasty's 2022 college fantasy TE rankings are important adds to your draft cheat sheet.

College Fantasy Football WR Rankings 2022

CFBDynasty's 2022 college fantasy WR rankings are as loaded as ever. Check out all the top players, potential breakouts, and mid-round sleepers at wide receiver.

College Fantasy Football RB Rankings 2022

Running backs don't get quite as much hype as they used to, but it's still arguably the most important position in college fantasy football. From Power-5 stars to small-school sleepers, CFBDynasty.com's 2022 RB rankings can help you during your draft.

College Fantasy Football QB Rankings 2022

Some of the top players in all of college football headline the 2022 fantasy QB rankings. See how CFBDynasty.com breaks down the top-tier studs and mid-round sleepers.

The best college football games in 2022; Alabama-Texas A&M, Notre Dame-Ohio State lead the way

The bumpy college football offseason is almost over. Here are some games to look forward to

Michigan State's Mel Tucker won't back down from a higher standard for the Spartans

Michigan State's Mel Tucker enjoyed a breakthrough 11-win season last season, and was paid for it. Now he wants his team to live in that elite neighborhood.

SEC Conference Betting Preview

We break down the 2022 SEC football betting odds before highlighting a couple of favorites, sleepers, and a long shot to watch. Get that, plus our favorite regular season win totals and early against-the-spread picks.

Wake Forest QB Sam Hartman out indefinitely

The record-setting Wake Forest signal-caller will be out indefinitely.

Best offense ever? Loaded Ohio State unit could prove it in 2022

After leading the nation in scoring and yards in 2022, the Buckeyes welcome back several key pieces that could push them into the record books.

Big Ten football predictions 2022: Conference standings, impact transfers, best games

Sporting News looks at the Big Ten conference heading into 2022. Does anybody have a shot against a loaded Ohio State team?

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Kevin Durant, WNBA travel chaos, Aaron Rodgers and more

Joe Tsai backs his staff after Kevin Durant ultimatum, WNBA players forced to spend the night in an airport after more travel chaos, and Aaron Rodgers won’t face NFL drug charges.

College football rankings: Alabama back at No. 1 in preseason Coaches Top 25

The defending national champion Georgia Bulldogs (No. 3) are looking up at Ohio State and Alabama.

Oklahoma assistant coach Cale Gundy resigns after reading aloud 'word that I should never ... have uttered'

Gundy announced his resignation on Twitter late on Sunday.

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Kareem Hunt, Cale Gundy, Sue Bird and more

Browns stand firm after Kareem Hunt trade request, Cale Gundy resigns over offensive language, and Sue Bird signs off in Seattle.

Big 12 Conference Betting Preview

We break down the 2022 Big 12 football betting odds before highlighting a couple of favorites, a sleeper, and a long shots to watch. Get that, plus our favorite regular season win totals and early against-the-spread picks.

Arch Manning bought Steve Sarkisian some time to turn things around at Texas — for now

Steve Sarkisian's 5-7 debut at Texas was underwhelming, but the commitment of Arch Manning gave the program a big shot in the arm this offseason.

Big Ten Conference Betting Preview

We break down the 2022 Big Ten football championship odds before highlighting a couple of favorites, sleepers, and long shots to watch along with our favorite regular season win total and early season ATS picks.

Saban claims Alabama's 2021 season was 'rebuilding year'

Alabama, of course, had the Heisman Trophy winner, beat the eventual national champions in the SEC championship game and had a berth in the national championship.

Big 12 football predictions 2022: Conference standings, impact transfers, best games

Oklahoma has a real chance to regain the title post Lincoln Riley, but Texas might be the most interesting program to watch.

Will we see 12-0 Alabama vs. 12-0 Georgia for SEC title game? Here's five potential roadblocks

Alabama and Georgia will likely be favored in every game they play this season, but that doesn't mean we will see the Tide and Bulldogs meet as undefeateds in Atlanta.

SEC football predictions 2022: Conference standings, impact transfers, best games

Sporting News previews the SEC ahead of the 2022 college football season. Will anything prevent another round of Alabama vs. Georgia?

College football predictions for 2022 bowl games, Playoff semifinals, national championship

Sporting News makes its picks for the 2022 College Football Playoff. Hint: It's more of the same.

Behind UCLA's $67.5M settlement of lawsuit against Under Armour

Under Armoud had at one point entered into the highest-paying sponsorship deal in history. The sports apparel company attempted to terminate its contract with UCLA just four years into a 15-year deal.

Pac-12 commissioner packs a wallop with comments about Big 12 rivals at football media day

After hearing what Pac-12 commissioner George Kliavkoff had to say about the Big 12, it's easy to see why the two could not find the common ground for a merger agreement.

DeCourcy: Ohio State-Michigan rivalry is back after Wolverines' rout of Buckeyes in '21

Is it really a rivalry if one team wins 85 percent of the time? That's where Ohio State vs. Michigan stood in the 21st century, but now UM has won 100 percent of the meetings in the past year.

Big Ten should lead charge for 16-team College Football Playoff expansion

How would the Big Ten benefit from a 16-team College Football Playoff. Sporting News takes a closer look.

Sarah Fuller, the first woman to play in a Power 5 football game, steps away from college soccer

The Sporting News details the factors that prompted Fuller to end her college soccer career prematurely.

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Jayson Tatum mum on KD rumors, Joe Burrow has surgery, soccer superstars dazzle in Dallas

Jayson Tatum keeps quiet on Boston’s Kevin Durant links, Joe Burrow hit by appendicitis, and Europe’s soccer superstars dazzle in Dallas.

Michigan quarterback competition: Jim Harbaugh wants it to be competitive, not combative

Cade McNamara and J.J. McCarthy will battle it out in the preseason as Jim Harbaugh prepares for a decision that may define the rest of his tenure at Michigan.

Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren is open to expansion, but it's got to be a value add

If you think you know where college athletics is headed now that the Big Ten has expanded to include UCLA and USC, you're one of the few.

Nebraska due to break through in 2022, but can Scott Frost make it happen?

Scott Frost proclaimed 'this year is going to be different' at Big Ten Media Days. For him to survive the season, it needs to be.

Pitt's Pat Narduzzi rips Jordan Addison for transfer to USC

Pat Narduzzi was none too pleased with his star receiver's decision to transfer to USC.

Deion Sanders says Jackson State isn't ready to play Alabama

Sanders said he needs more time to get his team ready to play a team like Alabama — particularly along the offensive and defensive lines.

Notre Dame, NBC negotiating massive deal

Notre Dame is seeking a deal with NBC that would make sense financially while allowing it to maintain its status as a college football independent.

Take it or leave it, Clemson's Dabo Swinney is right about college football's future

Dabo Swinney sees larger conferences and larger playoff fields coming down the road.

Jimbo Fisher has 'no problem' with Nick Saban

The Texas A&M coach attempted to mend burnt bridges at SEC Media Days after blasting his former boss in a May news conference.

Georgia's Kirby Smart becomes highest-paid coach in college football

Georgia rewarded Smart with the most lucrative contract in college football history. The Sporting News breaks down his new deal:

Why Mario Cristobal is nixing the turnover chain in his first season at Miami: 'It's not part of our culture'

Miami (Fla.) was the trendsetter for turnover knick-knacks, but the OG is no more.

Clemson's Dabo Swinney claims he doesn’t need ‘anyone on a message board’ to tell him who D.J. Uiagalelei is

Clemson has no quarterback controversy entering the season. Coach Dabo Swinney says he fully supports D.J. Uiagalelei even after his shaky sophomore season.

ACC Kickoff 2022: Commissioner Jim Phillips says 'everything is on the table' when it comes to league's future

ACC Media Days are underway in Charlotte, and commissioner Jim Phillips addressed conference realignment and where the league stands in the shifting landscape.

Texas A&M WR Ainias Smith arrested for DWI one day before scheduled appearance at SEC Media Day

Smith was booked into a Brazos County, Texas jail for three separate charges: unlawful carrying of weapon, driving while intoxicated and possession of less than two ounces of marijuana.

Deion Sanders forgoing half of his salary for new Jackson State football facility

Neon Deion is putting his money where his mouth is.

Alabama's Bryce Young has shot at second Heisman, but that's not his focus

QB Bryce Young should be even better in his second year as Alabama's starter, but history says he will not be a repeat Heisman winner.

Texas Tech football players to receive $25K each in NIL deal

The Red Raiders announced a massive collective NIL deal for its entire football team. The Sporting News looks into the deal, including how it fits into NCAA regulations, Texas state law and more:

Nick Saban says Alabama players made $3 million from NIL deals last year

Saban has not shied away from criticizing NIL's current implementation in college football. But he hasn't minded using it as a recruiting tactic, either.

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey says conference is already a 'super league'; will be cautious about expansion

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey kicked off SEC Media Days by addressing expansion, the College Football Playoff and scheduling.

Florida QB Anthony Richardson drops 'AR-15' nickname, citing concerns over mass shootings

Richardson and his team are rebranding in an effort to distance themselves from the weapon used in numerous mass shootings in the past few years.

Would NFL move some regular season games to college stadiums? Here's what it would look like

Would the NFL consider a back-to-school weekend? Sporting News looks at the best matchups in that scenario.

Alabama sits comfortably atop SN program rankings during the College Football Playoff era

Sporting News' formula ranks the top 16 programs since 2014, and there is a sizable gap between No. 1 and the rest of the field.

Sporting News 2022 college football Preseason All-American team: Alabama's Bryce Young, Texas' Bijan Robinson lead the way

Sporting News 2022 Preseason All-American team is loaded with Alabama and Ohio State players. Who made the list?

Oregon tight end Spencer Webb, 22, dies in reported cliff-diving accident

Webb was entering his fifth season in Eugene.

Saban, Sanders put beef behind them

Saban and Sanders have reunited to work on a new Aflac commercial, seemingly putting their beef behind them after the Alabama coach accused Jackson State of paying its top recruit.

Nick Saban says superconferences 'here to stay'

Saban thinks the end result of college football's upheaval will be superconferences.

College football's top 25 quarterbacks for 2022, from Stetson Bennett to Bryce Young

Sporting News ranks the top 25 quarterbacks for the 2022 college football season. Alabama's Bryce Young and Ohio State's C.J. Stroud top the list.

College Football Playoff contenders 2022: Who can sneak up on Alabama, Ohio State, Georgia

How many true College Football Playoff contenders exist in 2022? The list is short, but there are a few interesting wild cards.

How many super conferences should college football have: one, two or more?

Sporting News breaks down the super conference models that could be coming to college football. Is one, two or four the best number?

Greed is good: Super conference era is coming, and it is going to be good for college football

Don't fear super conferences. College football fans will be rewarded in the end.

What's next in college football realignment?

USC and UCLA have set off another massive wave of college football realignment. Here are the questions college football's power brokers must consider:

Winners, losers from USC and UCLA's stunning departure for the Big Ten

There are many moving pieces to USC and UCLA's announcement that they will be joining the Big Ten in 2024.

'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Kevin Durant drops bomb as NBA free agency opens, Big Ten gets bigger, Venus next up at Wimbledon

Kevin Durant drops a bomb on the NBA’s billion-dollar day, the Big Ten is about to get even bigger, and after Serena’s exit it’s time for big sister Venus at Wimbledon.

Will Notre Dame now join the Big Ten? The future of the Irish has become murky

With USC and UCLA giving the Big Ten 16 teams with possibly more on the way, Notre Dame's independent status becomes an issue once again.

If the Big Ten wants to get B1GGER, who are the most attractive candidates for expansion?

There is a belief the Big Ten Conference is not finished expanding with USC and UCLA likely to join. But there are obstacles and issues with most of the attractive candidates

Big Ten's poaching of USC, UCLA leads to more questions than answers

The latest realignment earthquake hit college football on Thursday, with USC and UCLA leaving the Pac-12 and giving the Big Ten 16 members by 2024.

Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence has advice for Texas' Arch Manning: 'Learn how to manage expectations'

Trevor Lawrence knows what it's like to be a highly touted No. 1 overall recruit.

Why Bengals running back Trayveon Williams is teaching an NIL course at Texas A&M

Williams, a former Aggie, will be teaching the course in the spring following the end of the NFL season.

Who is Brett Yormark? Big 12 names executive from Jay-Z's Roc Nation as next commissioner

The power conference has tapped someone outside of the college football world as its next commissioner.

The Arch Manning recruiting effect: Texas sees flood of quality commitments for class of 2023

There was speculation the program that landed Arch Manning would also land players who wanted to play with Manning. That speculation has turned into reality for Texas.

Edgerrin James says his son Eden and Arch Manning will link up in the NFL: 'I'm calling it right now'

Edgerrin James and Peyton Manning were one of the league's great dynamic duos in the mid-2000s. James is hoping his son, Eden, and Peyton's nephew, Arch, are able to make a similar impact together.

When is Arch Manning eligible for the NFL Draft?

Arch Manning is the No. 1 overall recruit in the class of 2023 and an early favorite to command a similar pick in the NFL draft. Here's a look at when he's eligible to enter:

Arch Manning to Texas: Winners and losers as No. 1 QB commits to Longhorns

With his first tweet, Arch Manning let the world know his hyped recruitment was over. The No. 1 ranked player in the 2023 class picked Texas over Alabama and Georgia.

How Arch Manning can match Archie, Peyton and Eli's opening acts in college

Arch Manning follows in the footsteps of grandfather Archie and uncles Peyton and Eli. Could Arch one-up them by starting from Day 1?

With Arch Manning headed to Texas, what does that mean for former No. 1 QB Quinn Ewers?

Texas looks like it will have two former No. 1-ranked quarterbacks on its roster this spring. How will things shake out for Quinn Ewers with Arch Manning on the way?

The Arch Manning standard: How No. 1 QB recruits have fared since 2012

Sporting News looks back at the top QB recruit since 2012, from Jameis Winston to Arch Manning.

Why Arch Manning picked Texas over Alabama and Georgia, and what the top recruit's decision means for Quinn Ewers

Arch Manning, the most sought-after recruit in the country, can make an immediate impact with the Longhorns in 2023.

2022 Heisman Odds

Check out our breakdown of the early 2022 Heisman Trophy odds, which includes obvious favorites C.J. Stroud and Bryce Young and sleepers like Sam Hartman and KJ Jefferson.

Where is Arch Manning going to college? Latest news, recruiting updates after Texas, Alabama, Georgia visits

The son of Cooper Manning is nearing a decision on his collegiate football future. The Sporting News is tracking all the latest on his choice.

Ohio State building all-time wide receiver room with Brian Hartline's recruiting

Ohio State landed two more blue-chip wide receivers this week, which are the latest in a string of NFL-caliber WRs brought in since 2019.

College football 2022: Preseason top 25 rankings, bowl projections, All-Americans and more

Talkin' season is here and SN wants to get you prepared for the 2022 season.

Marcus Freeman claims misquote in apparent jab at OSU academics

Freeman has two degrees from Ohio State, where he was a linebacker from 2004-08.

Five-star QB C.J. Carr the latest recruiting gem for Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman

The grandson of former Michigan coach Lloyd Carr committed to Notre Dame.

Top 25 FBS coach rankings for 2022: Nick Saban still No. 1, then the fun begins

Nick Saban holds on to his spot in Sporting News' annual coach rankings. The top 10 comes with some fun debates.

Betting on 2022 CFB win totals

2022 college football regular-season win totals are available to bet on. We break down four teams whose win totals present betting value, including USC and Nebraska.

Ryan Day says Ohio State needs $13 million in NIL deals to maintain roster

The discussion between Day and community members outlined how the Buckeyes — and other high-profile programs — are adjusting to this new age of collegiate athletics.

Jimbo Fisher might be done with Nick Saban feud, but it's not done with him

Jimbo Fisher tried to squash the feud with Nick Saban on Wednesday, but it's going to follow the Texas A&M coach longer than he wants.

SEC scheduling: Why 9-game model best suits conference's future

Scheduling will be a key topic of conversation at the SEC spring meetings. A nine-game model is best for the future.

Former Nebraska coach Bo Pelini says Big 12 'lied' in 2009 conference championship game loss to Texas

Pelini didn't hold back on a recent appearance on "Pardon My Take", accusing the Big 12 of lying to get Texas into the 2009 national championship game.