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College football scores: Live results, updates, highlights from Week 11's top-25 games

Follow along as Sporting News provides live results, updates and highlights from Week 11's top-25 games.

Zac Al-Khateeb

'Fire Chad Morris' trending after Arkansas down big at halftime to Western Kentucky

The Razorbacks entered halftime down 35-7 to Western Kentucky.

Zac Al-Khateeb

DraftKings LSU vs. Alabama DFS Picks: Showdown advice for 'Game of the Century' CFB daily fantasy contests

LSU vs. Alabama brings a perfect opportunity to make college fantasy football DFS picks for DraftKings Showdown contests, especially if you want to load up on Tigers like Joe Burrow.

Billy Heyen

College football schedule Week 11: What games are on today? TV channels, times, scores for top 25

Here's everything to know about the college football schedule on Saturday, Nov. 9, including TV channels and start times for every top-25 matchup in Week 11.

Eli Boettger

Ohio State's Chase Young suspension could reach four games, per report

The star defensive lineman took an improper loan, but new information says it might not be that long that he's away from the field.

Joe Rivera

Why isn't Alabama vs. LSU played at night? CBS used its prime-time slot for another game

The matchup between No. 1 LSU and No. 2 Alabama won't be the prime-time game on Saturday. Why?

Zac Al-Khateeb

What channel is LSU vs. Alabama on today? Time, schedule for 'Game of the Century'

Alabama takes on LSU in the first No. 1 vs. No. 2 matchup since these two programs met in 2011. Here's everything to know about 2019's "Game of the Century," including start time and TV channel.

Eli Boettger

'Free Chase Young': Criticism of the NCAA trends on social media after Ohio State star's suspension

Social media was quick to call out the NCAA after it was announced Chase Young is facing an indefinite suspension at Ohio State.

Jordan Heck

College football picks, Week 11: Alabama wins 'Game of the Century' over LSU; Penn State stays unbeaten

Sporting News' picks for the Week 11 slate of college football games, including headliners Alabama-LSU and Penn State-Minnesota.

Zac Al-Khateeb

College football Week 11 picks against the spread for every top-25 matchup

Sporting News' picks agains the spread for every Week 11 game involving a top-25 team

Bill Bender

Where is ‘College GameDay’ this week? Location, schedule, guest picker for Week 11 on ESPN

Here's everything to know about this week's "College GameDay" location as ESPN's traveling Saturday morning show visits the site of college football's top game in Week 11.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Will Tua Tagovailoa play against LSU? Injury updates, status for Alabama QB's return

Will the Alabama quarterback return for the Crimson Tide's game against LSU? Taking a deeper look into his injury and whether he'll be able to play against the Tigers.

Zac Al-Khateeb

What channel is Penn State vs. Minnesota on today? Time, schedule for battle of Big Ten unbeatens

Minnesota hosts Penn State in a battle of undefeated Big Ten squads. Here's everything to know about the game, including start time and TV channel.

Eli Boettger

LSU vs. Alabama odds, prediction, betting trends for No. 1 vs. No. 2 showdown

LSU and Alabama meet in the "Game of the Century" on Saturday. We predict the winner of the No. 1 vs. No. 2 matchup.

Bill Bender

Penn State vs. Minnesota odds, prediction, betting trends for battle of Big Ten unbeatens

Penn State and Minnesota meet in a battle of unbeatens in Week 11. Here are the trends to watch and a prediction.

Bill Bender

College football Week 11 primer: Heisman Watch, upset picks, predictions and more

Sporting News breaks down the Week 11 action, which is more than just the No. 1 vs. No. 2 showdown between LSU and Alabama.

Bill Bender

Ohio State's Chase Young suspended indefinitely for 'possible NCAA issue'

Ohio State's Chase Young is suspended indefinitely, which will put a damper on the defensive end's Heisman Trophy campaign.

Bill Bender

Deion Sanders reportedly a candidate to become Florida State's new coach

"Prime Time" would be taking over the Seminoles with no previous collegiate coaching experience.

Tom Gatto

Let’s hope Ohio State vs. Georgia keeps a Big Ten-SEC scheduling trend going

Ohio State and Georgia scheduled a home-and-home for 2030-31. Here is why we need to see more of that between the Big Ten and SEC.

Bill Bender

Why college football's 'Games of the Century' are better than any Game 7 in other sports

LSU vs. Alabama is a "Game of the Century," and we'll take that all day long over a Game 7 situation.

Bill Bender

College Fantasy Football: Expert DFS picks, sleepers for Week 11 DraftKings contests

LSU-Alabama highlights the Week 11 schedule, but for those looking to fill out their college fantasy football DFS lineups, it might be best to look elsewhere. CFBDynasty breaks down its top stud, sleeper, and value picks for this week's DraftKings contests.

Josiah Connor

CFB 150: College football celebrates 150th anniversary in style at Ohio-Miami

College football marked its 150th anniversary with the help of the Mid-American Conference.

Bill Bender

College Football Playoff updated rankings: Who are the top four teams in the first CFP poll of 2019?

What teams comprise the top four in the first set of College Football Playoff rankings? Looking at which teams have the inside track to the 2019 Playoff:

Bill Bender

Alabama SGA warns against 'disruptive behavior' during Donald Trump's visit to LSU game

An edict from Alabama's Student Government Association has been interpreted as censorship related to President Trump's expected visit.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Clemson should thank Playoff committee for so-called snub in initial rankings

Is there anywhere else Dabo Swinney would rather have his Clemson team than No. 5 in the first set of Playoff rankings?

Zac Al-Khateeb

Can Alabama, LSU give real meaning to 'Game of the Century'?

LSU and Alabama play in a regular-season 'Game of the Century,' but the last five winners failed to win it all. Will that change this time?

Bill Bender

CFB 150: Top 10 most impactful games in college football history

Sporting News continues its series celebrating 150 years of college football with our latest entry: The top 10 impactful games in its history.

Bill Bender

College Football Playoff rankings: Ohio State, LSU, Alabama all have reasons to be happy

The College Football Playoff committee got it right with its first set of rankings. Will they keep that up throughout the whole process?

Bill Bender

Florida State's 8 best coaching candidates to replace Willie Taggart, from Bob Stoops to Lane Kiffin

The Willie Taggart era is over in Tallahassee after fewer than two seasons. Who could the Seminoles go after to replace him in Tallahassee?

Bill Bender

When are the College Football Playoff rankings released? Time, channel for CFP selection show after Week 10

Here's everything you need to know to tune in to the first set of College Football Playoff rankings.

Zac Al-Khateeb

New Mexico defensive lineman Nahje Flowers dies at 21

No cause of death was disclosed. The junior played in five games for the Lobos this season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

What first set of CFP rankings say about which teams will make Playoff

The first set of Playoff rankings drops on Tuesday, and it is a great indicator of what teams will end up as one of the final four Playoff teams.

Eli Boettger

Why Lane Kiffin to Florida State is a coaching match worth exploring

Lane Kiffin reportedly has shown interest in the newly opened Florida State job. Here is why that makes sense for both sides.

Bill Bender

Former Alabama defensive end Antonio Alfano transfers to Colorado

The former Alabama defensive end, who was the Crimson Tide's top-rated recruit in the class of 2019, has found his new home in Boulder, Colo.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Five arguments College Football Playoff committee can ignite with first rankings

The first College Football Playoff rankings will be unveiled on Tuesday. Here are the five arguments that could take off as a result.

Bill Bender

Alabama preparing for a Donald Trump visit during LSU game, report says

President Donald Trump reportedly could be on hand for the "Game of the Century" between No. 1 Alabama and No. 2 LSU.

Bill Bender

Ranking every regular-season 'Game of the Century'

Sporting News ranks 23 regular-season "Game of the Century" chapters in college football history ahead of No. 1 LSU at No. 2 Alabama.

Bill Bender

College football Week 11 bowl projections: Alabama, LSU aim to reserve Playoff spot

Sporting News' Week 11 bowl projections are in ahead of the first College Football Playoff rankings and the No. 1 vs. No. 2 Alabama-LSU matchup.

Bill Bender

College football updated polls: AP Top 25, Coaches Poll rankings after Week 10

Check out the latest Coaches Poll and AP Top 25 after the Week 9 slate of action in college football.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Nebraska, Tennessee or Florida State: Which second-year rebuild can work?

Florida State, Nebraska and Tennessee are nowhere near their 90s heyday. Can those second-year rebuilds work.

Bill Bender

Internet shocked by Willie Taggart's $17M buyout from FSU

People can't believe how much money FSU is paying its football coach to go away.

Willie Taggart fired at Florida State, team announces

Florida State has fired the second-year coach, the team. Odell Haggins will replace him as interim coach.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Alabama or LSU — who should Playoff contenders root for in 'Game of the Century'?

Alabama and LSU play in what should be a No. 1-vs.-No. 2 SEC showdown. So, who should the other Playoff contenders root for?

Bill Bender

SN Week 11 college football rankings: Stage set for biggest week of Playoff race

Sporting News' college football rankings ahead of the Week 11 slate of games:

Zac Al-Khateeb

Week 11 College Football Playoff Picture: Four in, two out and four to watch

Sporting News takes a look at the College Football Playoff picture heading into Week 11 of the season.

Bill Bender

College football scores: Results, updates, highlights from Week 10's top-25 games

Follow along as Sporting News provides live results, updates and highlights from Week 10's top-25 games.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

3 takeaways from Georgia's win

The Bulldogs held a comfortable lead through the first three quarters, but the Gators mounted a fourth-quarter comeback.

Ameer Tyree

Jake Fromm proves Georgia is more than just its running game vs. Florida

Georgia beat Florida 24-17 in a huge SEC showdown, and the Bulldogs did that with a clutch performance from Jake Fromm.

Bill Bender

Georgia vs. Florida final score: Bulldogs preserve SEC, Playoff hopes with tough win

Check out Sporting News' scoring updates and highlights from UGA's hard-fought victory over UF in Jacksonville, Fla.

Zac Al-Khateeb

College football teams to bet on with confidence in Week 10

Sportsbook Review breaks down some of the better betting values in college football's Week 10.

Sportsbook Review

What channel is Georgia vs. Florida on today? Time, schedule for Playoff-deciding SEC East game

Sporting News has you covered on how to watch the Florida-Georgia game, which has SEC East and College Football Playoff implications.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Urban Meyer-to-USC rumors grow with hire of Mike Bohn as athletic director

USC went outside the family to hire Cincinnati athletic director Mike Bohn. How does that impact a potential run at Urban Meyer?

Bill Bender

Florida vs. Georgia odds, prediction, betting trends for 'SEC on CBS' game of the week

Florida and Georgia meet in a huge SEC East showdown on Saturday. Here is a betting preview and prediction for Saturday's game:

Bill Bender

College football Week 10 primer: Heisman Watch, upset picks, predictions and more

Sporting News sizes up Week 10. Can Trevor Lawrence make a late run at the Heisman Trophy?

Bill Bender

College football picks, Week 10: Georgia stays alive in Playoff race, SMU's unbeaten streak broken

Sporting News' Week 10 college football picks are headlined by top-25 matchups in Georgia-Florida and SMU-Memphis.

Zac Al-Khateeb

College football schedule Week 10: What games are on today? TV channels, times, scores for top 25

Here's everything to know about the college football schedule on Saturday, Oct. 26, including TV channels and start times for every top-25 matchup in Week 10.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

Where is ‘College GameDay’ this week? Location, schedule, guest picker for Week 10 on ESPN

Here's everything to know about this week's "College GameDay" location as ESPN's traveling Saturday morning show visits the site of college football's top game in Week 10.

Zac Al-Khateeb

College football Week 10 picks against the spread for every top-25 matchup

Sporting News' Week 10 picks against the spread for every game involving a top-25 team.

Bill Bender

College football value picks and weak betting lines to exploit in Week 10

Florida and Oklahoma State have attractive lines being overlooked by college football bettors in Week 9.

Sportsbook Review

Earl Campbell suggests Texas football can't win with a white quarterback

"You got to have a talented, black quarterback" in order to win, Earl Campbell said in a recent interview.

Jordan Heck

Alabama, Florida State agree to home-and-home series beginning in 2025

The Crimson Tide travel to Tallahassee in 2025 and welcome the Seminoles to Tuscaloosa the following year.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

College Fantasy Football: Expert DFS picks, sleepers for Week 10 DraftKings contests

With a bunch of key teams on bye, you might need help with your Week 10 college fantasy football DFS lineups. CFBDynasty breaks down its top stud, value, and sleeper picks for this week's DraftKings contests.

Josiah Connor

'Good for college football': Inside Alabama's renewed focus on home-and-home series

Greg Byrne has wasted no time in scheduling several marquee series for Alabama football. The Tide's AD speaks with Sporting News about the shift in strategy.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Ranking the 10 games that will most impact College Football Playoff field

Sporting News looks at the 10 best games remaining on the regular-season schedule. What comes after LSU vs. Alabama?

Bill Bender

CFB 150: Top 10 college football coaches of all time

Sporting News ranks the top 10 coaches of all time as part of our ongoing series celebrating 150 years of college football.

Mike DeCourcy

Tua Tagovailoa injury update

“We’ll just have to see what he can do,” Alabama coach Nick Saban told reporters Monday.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Justin Herbert, Jordan Fuller among top Campbell Trophy finalists

Oregon's Justin Herbert and Ohio State's Jordan Fuller are among the William V. Campbell Trophy finalists.

Bill Bender

Penn State suspends Shelton

Shelton appeared to spit at Michigan State's Matt Allen during the fourth quarter of the Nittany Lions' 28-7 victory Saturday.

Chelsea Howard

The door is finally open for 'NCAA Football' franchise to return

The return of the "NCAA Football" franchise is closer than it has been in years, but there are still a few hurdles to clear before fans will have their hands on the latest copy.

Bryan Wiedey

'NCAA Football' fans freaking out over potential return of beloved video game franchise

The NCAA announced it is opening the door to enhanced NIL rights for student-athletes. That naturally led to the question of when the beloved "NCAA Football" franchise would come back.

Zac Al-Khateeb

College Football Playoff: Breaking down path to postseason for few remaining contenders

Sporting News breaks down the College Football Playoff path for the 13 Power 5 teams with one loss or fewer.

Bill Bender

College football Week 10 bowl projections: Alabama, LSU create SEC doubleheader in Playoff

Sporting News' Week 10 bowl projections are in, and they feature an SEC West doubleheader with Alabama and LSU in the Playoff.

Bill Bender

College football updated polls: AP Top 25, Coaches Poll rankings after Week 9

Check out the latest Coaches Poll and AP Top 25 after the Week 9 slate of action in college football.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Chase Young, Justin Fields or J.K. Dobbins? Kirk Herbstreit picks Ohio State's best Heisman bet

Ohio State has three viable Heisman Trophy candidates heading into November. Kirk Herbstreit presents an interesting argument for which one is best.

Bill Bender

SN Week 10 college football rankings: Upsets, blowouts set up lest leg of season

Sporting News' college football rankings ahead of the Week 10 slate of games:

Zac Al-Khateeb

College football's biggest November storylines, by conference

Sporting News looks at the biggest question for each Power 5 conference heading into the final month of the season.

Bill Bender

Michigan fans pelt field with towels after pass interference call leads to Notre Dame score

A questionable third-quarter pass interference call against Michigan resulted in Notre Dame's first score of the game. Fans in Ann Arbor were none too pleased.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Auburn vs. LSU final score: LSU wins hard-fought SEC battle to set up 'Game of the Century'

Sporting News' highlights from a pivotal SEC game between No. 9 Auburn and No. 2 LSU.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Week 10 College Football Playoff Picture: Four in, two out and four to watch

Sporting News takes a look at the College Football Playoff picture heading into Week 10 of the season.

Bill Bender

Michigan, Jim Harbaugh pour it on Notre Dame in potential season-reversing win

The Wolverines scored a much-needed victory over Notre Dame — one that could be the potential turning point for Michigan.

Bill Bender

College football scores: Results, updates, highlights from Week 9's top-25 games

Follow along as Sporting News provides live results, updates and highlights from Week 9's top-25 games.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

Kansas beats Texas Tech on blocked field goal-turned-fumble-recovery-turned field goal

Kansas got a little taste of The Mad Hatter's magic on Saturday. It resulted in one of the craziest finishes we've seen in recent memory.

Zac Al-Khateeb

3 takeaways from LSU's win

Joe Burrow led yet another comeback against Auburn as LSU pulled away with a 23-20 win after a third-quarter deficit.

Alexis Mansanarez

LSU positions itself in envious Playoff position with tough win over Auburn

LSU has earned its spot in the "Game of the Century" after its tough win over Auburn. More importantly, it set itself up in prime Playoff position going forward.

Bill Bender

Oklahoma's all-too-familiar loss puts College Football Playoff hopes into jeopardy again

Oklahoma suffered an all-too-familiar loss in Big 12 play that once again places the Sooners' Playoff hopes into jeopardy.

John E. Hoover

OU hit with first loss of season

The Sooners suffered their first loss of the season after their comeback effort was foiled by an illegal touch on an onside kick.

Drew Nantais

3 takeaways from Ohio State's win

The Buckeyes faced their toughest test this season and passed with flying colors.

Drew Nantais

Michigan, ND renew football series

Two of college football's winningest programs have agreed to renew their historic rivalry.

Drew Nantais

Who is Mac Jones, Alabama's new starting quarterback? Fast facts about Tua Tagovailoa backup

Alabama is going with backup Mac Jones for the Crimson Tide's game against Arkansas on Saturday — and maybe beyond. Five facts about Tua Tagovailoa's heretofore backup:

Zac Al-Khateeb

What channel is Notre Dame vs. Michigan on today? Time, schedule for 2019 rivalry game

Here's how to watch the No. 8 Fighting Irish travel to No. 19 Michigan for a rivalry matchup under the lights in Ann Arbor.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

College football Week 9 primer: Heisman Watch, upset picks, predictions and more

Week 9 features three ranked matchups, a chance for J.K. Dobbins to make a Heisman run and another top-10 test for Gus Malzahn. SN previews the weekend.

Bill Bender

Auburn vs. LSU odds, prediction, betting trends for 'SEC on CBS' game of the week

LSU is looking to win its third game against a top-10 opponent. Will Auburn pull the upset in Death Valley?

Bill Bender

Notre Dame vs. Michigan odds, prediction, betting trends for ABC primetime game of week

Notre Dame meets Michigan under the lights at the Big House on Saturday. Sporting News picks the winner in our preview.

Bill Bender

Wisconsin vs. Ohio State odds, prediction, betting trends for cross-division Big Ten showdown

Wisconsin and Ohio State meet in a Big Ten showdown with a conference championship backdrop. Sporting News gives you the trends with a prediction.

Bill Bender

When are the College Football Playoff rankings released in 2019?

What is the schedule for the College Football Playoff rankings? Sporting News answers those FAQs here.

Bill Bender

College football Week 9 picks against the spread for every top-25 matchup

Sporting News' picks against the spread for every top-25 matchup in college football's Week 9 slate.

Bill Bender

College football picks Week 9: LSU sets up 'Game of the Century,' Ohio State tops Wisconsin

Sporting News offers our picks for the Week 9 college football slate, including three top-25 matchups.

Zac Al-Khateeb

College football schedule Week 9: What games are on today? TV channels, times, scores for top 25

Here's everything to know about the college football schedule on Saturday, Oct. 26, including TV channels and start times for every top-25 matchup in Week 9.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

Where is ‘College GameDay’ this week? Location, schedule, guest picker for Week 9 on ESPN

Here's everything to know about this week's "College GameDay" location as ESPN's traveling Saturday morning show visits the site of college football's top game in Week 9.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Why doesn't Michigan play more night games at the Big House?

Michigan will play its eight home game at night on Saturday. Here's look at the brief history of night games at the Big House, and why the Wolverines don't play in prime time more often.

Bill Bender

New Mexico Bowl ends sponsorship agreement with film company that apparently does not exist

ESPN Events and the New Mexico Bowl terminated a short-lived agreement with a film production company called DreamHouse after media reports exposed questions about the business' legitimacy.

Eli Boettger

College football value picks and weak betting lines to exploit in Week 9

Oklahoma State, Cal and Illinois are three underdogs whose opponents are being overvalued by college football bettors in Week 9.

Sportsbook Review

College Fantasy Football: Expert DFS picks, sleepers for Week 9 DraftKings contests

Need help with your Week 9 college fantasy football DFS lineups? CFBDynasty breaks down its top stud, value, and sleeper picks for this week's DraftKings contests.

Josiah Connor

College football teams to bet on with confidence in Week 9

Sportsbook Review breaks down some of the better betting values in college football's Week 9.

Sportsbook Review

How Tua Tagovailoa's ankle injury affects Alabama, LSU and the college football landscape

We look at the six potential ripple effects of Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's ankle injury, ranging from this week to the College Football Playoff.

Bill Bender

Shea Patterson had his eyes gouged by Penn State defenders during touchdown

After having his eyes gouged at the goal line, Michigan QB Shea Patterson said, "I was screaming for my life for a second."

Jordan Heck

FSU dismisses Taggart rumors

"Virtually all of this stuff is complete fabrication," David Coburn said after the Seminoles lost to Wake Forest on Saturday.

Chelsea Howard

Michigan-ND rivalry: The 10 best games

Notre Dame and Michigan will play for the 42nd time Saturday and the two teams have plenty of memorable moments, from Desmond Howard's "Catch" to Rocket Ismail's two kickoff returns in 1989. SN's Bill Bender looks at the 10 best.

Bill Bender

CFB 150: Top 10 plays in college football history

Sporting News continues our series celebrating 150 years of college football by ranking its top 10 plays of all time.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Harbaugh not leaving Michigan

Harbaugh sent a letter to the parents of Michigan football players saying he plans to stay put.

Gabrielle McMillen

Tua's ankle rehab 'unpredictable'

Tagovailoa had surgery to stabilize the ankle but needs a quick recovery to be ready for No. 1 Alabama's game against No. 2 LSU on Nov. 9.

Bob Hille

Mark Richt OK after heart attack

Richt, 59, said he plans to be back at work for the ACC Network this weekend.

Marc Lancaster

Swinney makes Booth ride the bus

While most Clemson players got to fly back from Louisville, defensive back Andrew Booth had to ride back on the manager bus.

Gabrielle McMillen

College football Week 9 bowl projections: Ohio State vs. Alabama in title game (for now)

Sporting News' Week 9 bowl projections are in, and a championship game between Alabama and Ohio State is taking shape.

Bill Bender

College football updated polls: AP Top 25, Coaches Poll rankings after Week 8

Check out the latest Coaches Poll and AP Top 25 after the Week 8 slate of action in college football.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Oklahoma's Jalen Hurts smokes victory cigar after Alabama's win over Tennessee

The Oklahoma quarterback kept up the old Alabama tradition after the Crimson Tide's win over Tennessee.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Alabama's Tua Tagovailoa says he'll be 'back for LSU'; Nick Saban expects 'speedy recovery'

The junior star told teammates he'll return for the Crimson Tide's matchup against LSU on Nov. 9, per a report.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Lane Kiffin calls out Conference USA officials with 'blind ref' meme

The Florida Atlantic coach was none too pleased with the officiating in the Owls' loss to Marshall on Friday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Ranking one-loss Playoff contenders by best path to postseason

Which one-loss team has the best chance at remaining — or getting back — in the College Football Playoff mix? Sporting News' rankings:

Bill Bender

Teams penalized for dancing?

When "Mo Bamba" came on the loudspeakers at Georgia Southern's stadium, both benches were penalized for unsportsmanlike dancing.

Gabrielle McMillen

SN Week 9 college football rankings: How does Tua Tagovailoa injury affect top 25?

It was an impactful week of college football, not least of which was the injury sustained by Alabama quarterback Tua Tagoailoa.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Week 9 College Football Playoff Picture: Four in, two out and four to watch

Sporting News takes a look at the College Football Playoff picture heading into Week 9 of the season.

Bill Bender

Why Penn State doesn't wear white uniforms during its White Out Game

You would think the Penn State football team would wear white during its White Out, but there's a good reason why they don't.

Jordan Heck

Tua Tagovailoa proves his value to Alabama in absence against Tennessee

The Crimson Tide's offense wasn't the same after the junior quarterback left with a high ankle sprain. It's clear that as Tua goes, so, too, could Alabama.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Arkansas coach Chad Morris tries to explain his team's horrible fake punt vs. Auburn

Arkansas ran one of the worst plays we've ever seen in college football. Razorbacks coach Chad Morris tried to back up the logic behind the play.

Jordan Heck

Sooner Schooner flips in scary crash during Oklahoma-West Virginia game

The Sooner Schooner, Oklahoma's horse-drawn wagon, crashed during Saturday's game against West Virginia.

Bill Bender

How Wisconsin's stunning upset loss to Illinois affects Big Ten, College Football Playoff races

Wisconsin lost to Illinois, which will have ripple effects on both the Big Ten and College Football Playoff race.

Bill Bender

Jim Harbaugh's running gag: Michigan's offense against top-10 opponents

Harbaugh and the Wolverines continue to flop against elite teams. Through all the failures, one glaring issue has been plain to see.

Bill Bender

Explaining Alabama, Tennessee's cigar-smoking tradition after winning 'Third Saturday in October'

No matter who wins this rivalry game between Alabama and Tennessee, the winners will be smoking cigars.

Jordan Heck

Meet the mustachioed Penn State 'coach' wearing a bunch of gold chains

Why does this person on the Penn State sideline have so many chains? There's actually a simple explanation for that.

Jordan Heck

Video shows former Oregon receiver Keanon Lowe stopping high school gunman

Keanon Lowe was able to disarm a gunman at a Portland high school earlier this year, and surveillance video captured the moment.

Jordan Heck

Stop comparing Clemson, Trevor Lawrence with 2014 Florida State, Jameis Winston

Is Clemson just like Florida State in 2014? The comparisons between Trevor Lawrence and Jameis Winston should not land that much.

Bill Bender

3 takeaways from Penn State's win

The Nittany Lions escaped with a 28-21 victory over the Wolverines to move to 7-0 on the season.

Alexis Mansanarez

Penn State vs. Michigan final score: Nittany Lions hold off Wolverines' furious comeback bid

Check out the highlights from the "White Out" game between Penn State and Michigan, which the Nittany Lions narrowly won.

Zac Al-Khateeb

College football scores: Results, updates, highlights from Week 8's top-25 games

Follow along as Sporting News provides live results, updates and highlights from Week 8's top-25 games.

Eli Boettger

3 takeaways from Oregon's win

Justin Herbert and the Ducks come out on top, beating the Huskies 35-31 to win the last two matchups.

Alexis Mansanarez

Clemson's Andrew Booth ejected for throwing punch vs. Louisville player

The freshman cornerback lost his cool on a punt return and paid the price.

Zac Al-Khateeb

What channel is Michigan vs. Penn State on today? Schedule, time for Big Ten rivalry game

Here's how to watch No. 7 Nittany Lions host No. 16 Michigan for a rivalry matchup under the lights in State College.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

Williams' Heisman sells for $504K

The sale broke the previous record for a Heisman Trophy sold at an auction set last December.

Drew Nantais

Michigan vs. Penn State odds, prediction, betting trends for ABC primetime game of week

Can Michigan withstand a "White Out" at Penn State in a pivotal Big Ten East showdown? Sporting News previews the matchup.

Bill Bender

Oregon vs. Washington odds, prediction, betting trends for Pac-12 showdown

Is Oregon a worthy Playoff contender? Sporting News previews the upcoming Pac-12 matchup with the Huskies.

Bill Bender

Alabama vs. Tennessee odds, prediction, betting trends for SEC showdown

The Third Saturday in October hasn't been close the last three seasons. Can Tennessee make it a four-quarter game against Alabama?

Bill Bender

Where is ‘College GameDay’ this week? Location, schedule, guest picker for Week 8 on ESPN

Here's everything to know about this week's "College GameDay" location as ESPN's traveling Saturday morning show visits the site of college football's top game in Week 8.

Zac Al-Khateeb

College football schedule Week 8: What games are on today? TV channels, times, scores for top 25

Check out how to watch college football's top-25 matchups from Week 8.

Eli Boettger

College football picks Week 8: Penn State tops Michigan; Oregon keeps CFP hopes alive

Sporting News offers picks for college football's Week 8 slate of games, including three top-25 matchups headlined by Penn State-Michigan.

Zac Al-Khateeb

College football Week 8 picks against the spread for every top-25 matchup

Sporting News' Week 8 picks against the spread for every game involving a top-25 team.

Bill Bender

College football value picks and weak betting lines to exploit in Week 8

South Florida and Michigan are two underdogs whose opponents are being overvalued by college football bettors in Week 8.

Sportsbook Review

College football Week 8 primer: Heisman Watch, upset picks, predictions and more

Sporting News get you ready for Week 8 with a look at Tua Tagovailoa's Heisman run, Michigan-Penn State and the exact number of contenders left.

Bill Bender

Romney backs paying NCAA athletes

House and Senate members, including Mitt Romney, are starting to back college athletes being compensated for their likenesses.

Gabrielle McMillen

Pac-12 faces make-or-break weekend in College Football Playoff race

Does the Pac-12 have any shot at making the 2019 College Football Playoff? We'll find out after a telling weekend in the Pac-12 when Oregon takes on Washington and Utah faces Arizona State.

Scott Wolf

College Fantasy Football: Expert DFS picks, sleepers for Week 8 DraftKings contests

Jalen Hurts and Chuba Hubbard are two great options for your Week 8 college fantasy football DFS lineups. CFBDynasty breaks down its top stud, value, and sleeper picks for this week's DraftKings contests.

Josiah Connor

Tide's Alfano in transfer portal

The nation's top defensive end prospect was away from Alabama since late August but only officially entered the transfer portal Wednesday.

Bob Hille

College football teams to bet on with confidence in Week 8

Sportsbook Review breaks down some of the better betting values in college football's Week 8.

Sportsbook Review

CFB 150: Top 10 in-game traditions in college football history

Sporting News continues its series celebrating 150 years of college football by ranking its top 10 in-game traditions.

Vinnie Iyer

Sporting News 2019 midseason All-Americans

Sporting News unveils the 2019 midseason college football All-America team, headlined by LSU's Joe Burrow and Ohio State's Chase Young.

Bill Bender

College football updated polls: AP Top 25, Coaches Poll rankings after Week 7

Check out the latest Coaches Poll and AP Top 25 after the Week 7 slate of action in college football.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Ad hits football amid new CTE stats

A new study shows the risk for developing CTE is linked to the number of years a player plays football and a new TV ad likens it to smoking.

Bob Hille

College football Week 8 bowl projections: Baylor surges into New Year's Day 6

Sporting News' Week 8 bowl projections saw a little movement, and Baylor and North Carolina each have joined the New Year's Day 6 discussion.

Bill Bender

LSU surging, Big Ten reckoning and more we learned from college football's 'Separation Saturday'

It was a telling week of college football, one that sets up these major storylines in the back half of the season:

Bill Bender

Florida vs. LSU final score: Tigers outpace Gators in high-scoring affair

Sporting News provided live scores, updates and highlights from the matchup between No. 5 LSU and No. 7 Florida.

Zac Al-Khateeb

SN Week 8 college football rankings: Top 25 shaken up, but Playoff picture still intact

Sporting News offers its Week 8 college football rankings, which were shaken up after a weekend featuring four top-25 matchups.

Zac Al-Khateeb

South Carolina stuns No. 3 Georgia thanks to some truly horrendous kicking

It wasn't the prettiest win for South Carolina, but it was a big one. How the Gamecocks stumbled to a monumental win over No. 3 Georgia:

Zac Al-Khateeb

Week 8 College Football Playoff Picture: Four in, two out and four to watch

Sporting News takes a look at the College Football Playoff picture heading into Week 8 of the season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

'Chains, tattoos and dreads': Penn State players respond to fan letter with warmup shirt

The shirts read "Chains, Tattoos, Dreads, & WE ARE" — a direct response to the racially insensitive letter sent to Penn State's Jonathan Sutherland.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

Clay Helton, USC's future remain uncertain after loss to Notre Dame

USC coach Clay Helton didn't get the tarmac treatment on Saturday, but his future is uncertain going forward, as is the Trojans'.

Scott Wolf

Oklahoma's defensive performance vs. Texas suggests Sooners can truly challenge for Playoff

Oklahoma put up a tremendous performance against Sam Ehlinger and Texas, and that suggests the Sooners' D finally is something more than a liability.

John E. Hoover

College football scores: Live results, updates, highlights from Week 7's top-25 games

Sporting News has you covered on results, updates, scores and highlights on Week 7's top-25 games.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

3 takeaways from Penn State's win

The Penn State defense smothered a lackluster Iowa offense all night long.

Thomas Lott

Three takeaways from Alabama's win

It'll certainly be difficult to take down No. 1 Alabama this year, especially when it has so many ways to win.

Ameer Tyree

South Carolina's Ryan Hilinski injured after Georgia player hits his knee

The true freshman starter has been fighting injuries all game, but linebacker Adam Anderson's hit on his knee knocked him from the game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Gus Johnson was hyped about buff referee Mike Defee in Texas-Oklahoma game

Gus Johnson was very appreciative of Mike Defee's workout routine in the Texas-Oklahoma game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Every Texas, Oklahoma player penalized before Red River Showdown even starts

Texas and Oklahoma players got in a pre-game skirmish and now any unsportsmanlike conduct penalty will result in a flag.

Jordan Heck

What channel is Alabama vs. Texas A&M on today? Schedule, time for Week 7 SEC game

No. 1 Alabama travels to No. 24 Texas A&M on Saturday for the Crimson Tide's first game against a ranked opponent. Check out all the details to follow along and watch the game live.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

What channel is Florida vs. LSU on today? Schedule, time for Week 7 SEC game

No. 7 Florida battles No. 5 LSU in a massive SEC duel between opponents vying for College Football Playoff spots. Check out what you need to know to follow along and watch the game live.

Eli Boettger

Bryce Hall injury update

Hall was injured while playing in punt coverage when he got tangled up with a Miami player.

Chelsea Howard

What channel is USC vs. Notre Dame on today? Schedule, time for Week 7 rivalry game

USC takes on No. 9 Notre Dame on Saturday in a longtime rivalry matchup. Check out all the details to follow along and watch the game live.

Eli Boettger

College football schedule Week 7: What games are on today? TV channels, times, scores for top 25

Want to watch the top college football games of the week? This guide will tell you where to find all the top-25 games on TV.

Eli Boettger

USC vs. Notre Dame odds, prediction, betting trends for NBC prime-time matchup

Sporting News previews the rivalry matchup between Notre Dame and USC. Can the Trojans pull the upset in South Bend?

Bill Bender

Texas vs. Oklahoma odds, prediction, betting trends for Red River Rivalry

Sporting News previews the Red River Rivalry between Oklahoma and Texas. Will Jalen Hurts lead the Sooners to victory?

Bill Bender

Florida vs. LSU odds, prediction, betting trends for 'College GameDay' game of the week

Sporting News previews the latest top-10 SEC showdown between LSU and Florida, which will be amplified by 'ESPN College GameDay.'

Bill Bender

Alabama vs. Texas A&M odds, prediction, betting trends for SEC on CBS showdown

Sporting News previews the SEC West showdown between Alabama and Texas A&M. Can the Aggies use home-field advantage to keep it close with the Crimson Tide?

Bill Bender

College football Week 7 picks against the spread for every top-25 matchup

Sporting News offers its picks against the spread for every game involving a top-25 week in college football's Week 7.

Bill Bender

College football Week 7 primer: Heisman Watch, upset picks, predictions and more

Week 7 of the college football season is loaded with awesome matchup. Sporting News gets you ready in our primer.

Bill Bender

College football picks, Week 7: Can Florida earn another top-10 win over LSU?

Sporting News offers our Week 7 college football picks, headlined by the Florida-LSU matchup in Tiger Stadium.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Where is ‘College GameDay’ this week? Location, schedule, guest picker for Week 7 on ESPN

Here's everything to know about this week's "College GameDay" location as ESPN's traveling Saturday morning show visits the site of college football's top game in Week 7.

Zac Al-Khateeb

College Fantasy Football: Expert DFS picks, sleepers for Week 7 DraftKings contests

A bunch of projected high-scoring games, including the Red River Rivalry between Texas and Oklahoma, make for some juicy Week 7 college fantasy football DFS picks. CFBDynasty breaks down its top stud, value, and sleeper picks for this week's DraftKings contests.

Josiah Connor

College football Week 7 value picks and weak betting lines to exploit

Illinois and Houston are two underdogs whose opponents are being overvalued by bettors in Week 7.

Sportsbook Review

Former Houston offensive lineman tears into Dana Holgorsen, program in Twitter thread

"I call bulls— when I see it," Justin Murphy writes of what he saw from the Cougars' first-year coach.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

College football teams to bet on with confidence in Week 7

Sportsbook Review breaks down some of the better betting values in college football's Week 6.

Sportsbook Review

SN exclusive: Texas AD Chris Del Conte talks horns down, Texas title hopes, Big 12 future

Sporting News Big 12 contributor John E. Hoover sat down with Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte, who spoke on the Longhorns' title hopes, the future of the Big 12 and the College Football Playoff, among other topics.

John E. Hoover

CFB 150: Top 10 college football movies of all time

Sporting News continues its series celebrating 150 years of college football by ranking the top 10 college football movies of all time.

Bill Bender

Penn State fan who wrote racially insensitive letter stands by comments; James Franklin responds

Penn State coach James Franklin stood by Jonathan Sutherland after the former was criticized by an alum who wrote him a racially insensitive letter.

Alyssa Sconzo

Latest College Football Playoff challenge: Stay unbeaten, or risk being left out

With four weeks left until the first College Football Playoff rankings, we look at what the consequences might be for dropping out of the unbeatens.

Bill Bender

Penn State player receives racist letter from 'older graduate' about dreadlocks

"Don't you have parents or girlfriend who've told you those shoulder length dreadlocks look disgusting"

J Crabtree-Hannigan

To beat Texas, Oklahoma's Jalen Hurts must overcome first-year Red River jinx

Quarterbacks making their first start in the Red River Rivalry are 2-14-1 when playing a more experienced counterpart. Can Jalen Hurts break that trend?

John E. Hoover

College football Week 7 bowl projections: Oklahoma, Texas put Big 12 Playoff hopes on line

Sporting News' Week 7 bowl projections saw a little movement, and Oklahoma and Texas can set the Big 12's playoff case at the Red River Rivalry.

Bill Bender

Week 7 College Football Playoff Picture: Four in, two out and four to watch

Sporting News takes a look at the College Football Playoff picture heading into Week 7 of the season.

Bill Bender

College football updated polls: AP Top 25, Coaches Poll rankings after Week 6

Check out the latest Coaches Poll and AP Top 25 after the Week 6 slate of action in college football.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Oregon's Cyrus Habibi-Likio tackles fan who snuck onto field in Cal game

Cyrus Habibi-Likio tackled a rogue fan on the field of Oregon's game vs. Cal on Saturday. It might have spurred the Ducks to a key Pac-12 North victory.

Zac Al-Khateeb

SN Week 7 college football rankings: Top-10 shakeups move nation's top teams

Sporting unveils its Week 7 rankings, which changed considerably after several top-25 matchups, including one in the top 10.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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