Wake Forest contacted Army as part of investigation into leaked game plans

Any involvement by Army in the scandal would tarnish what has been an otherwise successful season for the Black Knights.

After Wake Forest leaks, it's time to take a deeper look into Louisville athletics

Louisville's been caught up in two big scandals this season, and athletic director Tom Jurich should be shouldering some of the blame.

Fired Baylor assistant AD sues investigating law firm for defamation

In a lawsuit filed in McLennan County, a former assistant AD accused Philadelphia law firm Pepper Hamilton of negligence and defamation.

LSU hires Pitt’s Matt Canada as offensive coordinator

Canada, 44, is expected to sign a three-year deal with the program worth more than $1 million per year.

Minnesota suspends 10 players ahead of bowl game

When the Golden Gophers play Washington State in the Holiday Bowl, they will be short-handed, especially on defense.

Jim Harbaugh claims he's not leaving Michigan for Rams, blames 'enemies' for 'lies'

The Michigan coach tried to pin it on unnamed "enemies" (looking at Columbus, East Lansing and the like).

Wake Forest says radio analyst was a mole for other teams

Tommy Elrod is a former Wake Forest player and assistant coach who was working on the broadcast team for Demon Deacons football games.

College football bowl schedule 2016-17: When, where to watch every game, including playoffs

A complete schedule for the 2016-17 college football bowl games and playoffs.

Ohio State to kick off 2017 season on a Thursday at Indiana

The Buckeyes and Hoosiers will meet Aug. 31, the sixth time they've met in the opener but the first time since 1954.

Wisconsin-Oshkosh's Brett Kasper keeps up good work heading into D-III title game

FSU QB Malik Henry to transfer

The former four-star recruit announced his intention to transfer out of Tallahassee late Monday.

Former Mississippi State football player Quay Evans charged with murder

Quay Evans, who played at MSU in 2012 and '13, is charged in a weekend shooting that left one dead and another critically wounded.

Twitter reacts to Lane Kiffin going to FAU

Here is how Twitter is reacting to the latest Lane Kiffin news.

Lane Kiffin accepts head coaching job at Florida Atlantic, reports say

Kiffin will take over an Owls team that has gone 3-9 in each of the last three seasons.

Lane Kiffin earned chance to prove he's more than a good coordinator

The overall sentiment is that this won’t work because Kiffin is a better coordinator than head coach. That’s doesn’t mean he can’t be a good head coach this time.

Sooners WR Dede Westbrook has domestic violence arrest record, report says

Westbrook was twice arrested on complaints of domestic violence against the mother of his children.

Decisions looming for three top 60 recruits this week

Many blue chip recruits are set to commit this week. Where will they go?

2016 bowl game gifts, from shopping sprees to ugly sweaters

This season there are 25 gift suites, 14 Fossil watches and one ugly sweater.

Two Louisville players shot at party celebrating Lamar Jackson's Heisman, per report

The players suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

South Florida hires Charlie Strong as new football coach

Strong has a new place to call home.

Lamar Jackson wins 2016 Heisman Trophy

The sophomore from Boynton Beach, Fla., passed for 3,390 yards, rushed for 1,538 and accounted for 51 total touchdowns.

Former Baylor QB Jarrett Stidham chooses Auburn

Stidham transferred out of Baylor after his freshman season.

Verne Lundquist gets emotional in his farewell to college football

Verne Lundquist is a broadcast legend, and his final college football call was one to remember.

President-elect Trump has some fun at the Army-Navy game

President-elect Donald Trump says legendary announcer Verne Lundquist would make a fine ambassador to Sweden.

'Catholics vs. Convicts': 11 things to remember about legendary Notre Dame-Miami game

The ESPN "30 for 30" documentary “Catholics vs. Convicts,” which will air Saturday night, will revisit the classic Oct. 15, 1988, showdown between No. 1 Miami and No. 4 Notre Dame.

James Conner declares for draft

Off the field, James Conner was most known for surviving cancer.

​Cincinnati makes it official: Luke Fickell is Bearcats' new coach

Luke Fickell has been named head coach at Cincinnati, Director of Athletics Mike Bohn formally announced.

Lane Kiffin reportedly being pursued for FAU head coaching position

Kiffin has been itching to get back into the head coaching game. Would he take a serious look at FAU?

Barry Switzer knows how to get college football's 'true champion' — an eight-team playoff

The legendary Sooners wasn't shy about sharing his feelings on how the playoff should be structured.

Christian McCaffrey's Heisman snub is a Cardinal sin

Christian McCaffrey was very close to winning a Heisman Trophy last season. The fact that he's not even invited back to New York as a Heisman finalist for 2016 is criminal.

Who is Major Applewhite? Get to know Houston's new football coach

Get to know Houston's new football coach, Major Applewhite

Art Briles sues Baylor regents, VP for libel, conspiracy

Art Briles' fallout from a sexual assault scandal took another turn as the former coach is now suing three regents and a vice president.

What's Army-Navy game like for players? 'So loud it's silent'

Army linebacker Andrew King describes the Army-Navy game in a way only he can.

Houston announces Major Applewhite as head coach

Applewhite served as the Cougars' offensive coordinator the last two seasons under Tom Herman.

Cincinnati nearing contract agreement with Ohio State DC Luke Fickell, per report

Fickell has been at Ohio State since 2002.

Charlie Strong close to becoming next coach at South Florida, reports say

Strong was fired by Texas on Nov. 26 after compiling a 16-21 record in three seasons with the Longhorns. He's no stranger to the state of Florida.

College Football Awards Show: Who took home the hardware?

Check out college football's award winners, and the night's most emotional moments.

Kordell Stewart says Rashaan Salaam was like his 'little brother,' deserves a statue

Kordell Stewart and Rashaan Salaam were magic on the college football field together, and it appears that on-field chemistry stretched far beyond the field.

The internet reacts to latest Lane Kiffin news

Lane Kiffin may want to stay away from social media this week.

P.J. Fleck reportedly finalizing new deal with Western Michigan

Fleck appears to still be Western Michigan's man — at least for one more season.

Jabrill Peppers bought Don Brown's plan, and results 'speak for themselves'

The Wolverines maximized Peppers’ talents, and that’s part of the reason he’s in the Heisman discussion. That means a bit more than strictly numbers.

Houston set to hire Lane Kiffin as football coach, report says

Houston will hire Alabama offensive coodinator Lane Kiffin as its next football coach, according to a report from USA Today.

Michigan's Jim Harbaugh campaigns for FSU spear plant at Orange Bowl

Harbaugh wants to see for himself one of college football's coolest traditions.

David Cornwell becomes third QB to transfer from Alabama this season

Cornwell was the No. 4 overall pro-style quarterback in the Class of 2014.

AAC is proven coaching hotbed, but it’s time for conference to aim higher

There is no doubt the American Athletic Conference can produce good coaches -- four took Power 5 jobs in the past two years. So the question is whether they can maintain success as a whole with the replacements.

What should Lane Kiffin do? Breaking down his coaching options

The future of the most-polarizing assistant coach in college football remains very much up in the air as Alabama heads into the College Football Playoff.

Coaching search roundup: Cincinnati, Houston, USF top openings

A few names are popping up on multiple schools' candidate lists.

Penn State's James Franklin is Sporting News Coach of the Year

Franklin's Nittany Lions squad finished 11-2 and won the Big Ten championship.

Louisville QB Lamar Jackson is Sporting News Player of the Year

Lamar Jackson threw for 3,390 yards with 30 touchdowns. He added 21 more touchdowns on the ground.

Lane Kiffin, Charlie Strong among potential USF candidates to replace Willie Taggart

The opening in talent-rich Florida — albeit in a Group of 5 conference — also could draw the interest of former Bucs coach Greg Schiano.

Stanford's Christian McCaffrey to declare for NFL Draft, report says

A multipurpose back, he has 3,922 career rushing yards, 1,206 receiving yards, 1,859 return yards and 33 TDs.

Willie Taggart named Oregon head coach

South Florida's Taggart is tabbed to be Mark Helfrich's replacement at Oregon.

Court orders release of video of Joe Mixon punching woman

The public will finally get to see video of the Oklahoma running back punching Amelia Molitor and the events leading up to the incident.

President-elect Donald Trump to attend Army-Navy game

In keeping with a longstanding tradition, the president-elect plans to attend the 117th running of the rivalry game Saturday.

Stanford's Christian McCaffrey reportedly will declare for 2017 NFL Draft

The Stanford running back has reportedly decided to forgo his final year of NCAA eligibility.

Five-star OL Trey Smith commits to Tennessee

Trey Smith, the top player on ESPN's 300 in the 2017 recruiting class, announced Tuesday he has committed to Tennessee.

Trey Smith going to Tennessee

Trey Smith, the top player on ESPN's 300 in the 2017 recruiting class, announced Tuesday he has committed to Tennessee.

Rashaan Salaam, 1994 Heisman Trophy winner, dead at 42

Salaam ran for 2,055 yards and 24 touchdowns in 1994 to win the Heisman. The Bears selected him in the first round of the 1995 NFL Draft.

Louisville recruiting Twitter casts Heisman fan vote ... but not for Lamar Jackson

Louisville quarterback Lamar Jackson is the heavy favorite to win the Heisman Trophy on Dec. 10, but someone on the Cardinals staff apparently doesn't think he deserves to win.

Jonathan Allen’s ‘business decision’ to stay at Alabama pays off

Allen was tempted to go to the NFL last season, but changed his mind. Now he's a projected first-rounder and could help Alabama to a 15-0 season.

Baylor hires Temple's Matt Rhule as head coach

Matt Rhule spent the last four seasons as Temple's head coach, compiling a 28-23 overall record.

Ex-Alabama QB Blake Barnett commits to Arizona State

By leaving Alabama in late September, Barnett will be eligible to play for Arizona State as soon as late September 2017.

Ronald Gasser charged in death of Joe McKnight, but not for murder

The man accused of shooting Joe McKnight has been charged with manslaughter.

Tebow meets his biggest fan, an 89-year-old grandma

This grandmother really loves herself some Tim Tebow.

Heisman finalists announced

Joining Watson and Jackson in New York on Saturday will be Oklahoma QB Baker Mayfield and WR Dede Westbrook and Michigan LB Jabrill Peppers.

Red-hot candidate P.J. Fleck's perfect job (for now) is waiting for him at Cincinnati

If P.J. Fleck is looking for the Perfect Job, he will be dialing his recruiting calls from the 513 area code.

Leonard Fournette explains why he made his NFL draft announcement early

Leonard Fournette is headed to the NFL.

Army hype video for Navy game employs Eisenhower's D-Day message

The Cadets and Midshipmen are bowl-bound, but their biggest game of the year comes Saturday against each other.

College Football Playoff: How a six-, eight-, 12- and 16-team playoff would look this season

Here's what the the College Football Playoff would look like this season if it was expanded from four teams.

New Year's Six bowls: Dates, times, TV, reasons to watch

We've got everything you need to know to tune in to this year's New Year's Six bowls.

Penn State left out this time, but very much in new conversation with Ohio State, Michigan

If this year is any indication, Penn State, Michigan and Ohio State will be battling for playoff positioning again.

Washington coach Chris Petersen on facing Alabama: 'Be careful what you wish for'

Petersen is well aware of just how dominant Alabama has been this season.

Biggest College Football Playoff lesson? Don't lose two games

Penn State has had a fantastic season — but two losses was just too many for the committee.

College Football Playoff rankings: Who made the cut?

Championship Week is over. So who made the College Football Playoff?

Lane Kiffin wants to stay with Alabama through playoff

The outspoken OC says he's happy to stay at Alabama through the playoff — and perhaps even longer.

Tommy Tuberville to step down at Cincinnati, per report

Tuberville's team finished 4-8 this season.

AP Top 25 Week 15 rankings: Will it mirror College Football Playoff?

Alabama is an obvious top choice; but where do the other teams fall?

Penn State's new Lions create Paterno-free legacy with 2016 Big Ten championship

The players who came back from a two-touchdown deficit Saturday night against Wisconsin at Lucas Oil Stadium to win, 38-31 — they were removed from any of JoePa's legacy. This is their victory.

For Penn State, this Big Ten conference title carries so much weight

Forget about three-loss USC. Penn State is the hottest team in the FBS, and they have this conference championship to prove it.

Alabama LB Shaun Dion Hamilton 'probably' out for remainder of season

Hamilton is likely out for the rest of the season with a knee injury sustained Saturday against Florida.

Should one-loss teams be worried about Penn State cracking the playoff?

There’s no question Penn State is the “hot team.” Forget about three-loss USC. This is the team worth talking about.

CBS' Verne Lundquist fought back tears during last SEC broadcast

The legendary broadcaster fought back tears during his final SEC on CBS broadcast on Saturday.

Turning the Tide: The four-step formula to beat Alabama

So, you want Bama — better figure out a way to beat them. Our best guess:

Belk Bowl jokes that Alabama will not be invited to their bowl game

The Belk Bowl has jokes.

Oklahoma QB Baker Mayfield returning for senior season

Big 12 defenses have to deal with one final season of Mayfield.

Oregon interviews two coaches not named P.J. Fleck, per report

Oregon met with two coaches on Friday to discuss its vacant head-coaching job. They may not be candidates Ducks fans hoped for.

Oklahoma's grim College Football Playoff reality: Owning the Big 12 isn't enough

Bob Stoops knows how to win a Big 12 title, but national championships have been much more elusive.

Alabama makes up for early Florida touchdown with two non-offensive scores

Alabama gave up its first touchdown since Oct. 22, but made up for it with its first non-offensive touchdowns since the same date.

baker mayfield heisman chances oklahoma state oklahoma bedlam lamar jackson

The redshirt junior showed his Heisman potential with a huge surge in the second half over Oklahoma State.

Reggie Bush to honor Joe McKnight on Sunday with custom cleats

McKnight was described as USC's "next Reggie Bush." The original will honor the former Trojan.

Cotton Bowl chaos avoided as Temple beats Navy for American title

While Temple fans are celebrating a championship and their 10th win of the season, the CFP committee is breathing a sigh of relief.

Oklahoma WR Dede Westbrook injured on brutal hit vs. Oklahoma State

Dede Westbrook was slammed into by Oklahoma State safety Jordan Sterns, knocking him out of the game for the rest of the half.

Art Briles really wanted to coach Houston, Cougars said no

For obvious reasons — Briles was fired from Baylor for his involvement and cover up of several sexual assault cases involving football players — Houston athletic director Hunter Yurachek released a statement saying they had no plans to interview Briles despite the former Baylor coach's interest.

Another Houston booster rips 'Judas' Tom Herman

Darryl Schroeder took his criticism of Tom Herman to a whole new level in a now-deleted Facebook post from Thursday.

Former Wisconsin player Cecil Martin talks Big Ten championship, volunteer work

The Wisconsin alum gave his take on the Big Ten championship — and the good work he's doing since after playing days.

Washington ends one College Football Playoff argument in crushing Colorado

One thing is certain after the Pac-12 championship game: Washington earned its berth in the College Football Playoff.

A live look at the College Football Playoff picture unfolding over championship weekend

SN outlined the nine possible playoff scenarios and what needs to happen to get there. We'll whittle them down as the weekend unfolds, down to the most likely scenarios come Sunday.

P.J. Fleck deflects questions about future at Western Michigan after winning MAC

Fleck has coached his team to a 13-0 record and a MAC championship. Where to next for him?

Chest pass lives: Another $100,000 winner adopts ugly throw

It's now the optimal strategy as students discover it works.

Colorado QB Sefo Liufau injured in Pac-12 championship, returns in second half

Colorado lost arguably its biggest offensive weapon in the first quarter.

Texas won't accept bowl bid if offered, report says

Texas seems ready to put an end to the 2016 season after firing Charlie Strong and getting Tom Herman settled.

Ratings

Ratings predictions for the weekend in sports television, including college football's conference championship weekend, Week 13 of the NFL, Tiger Woods' return and more.

Florida bar to hand out shots every time Gators score vs. Alabama in SEC championship

Considering Alabama's talented defense, fans may end up paying for their own drinks anyway.

James Franklin's biggest success at Penn State: Making football the story again

Penn State is excited about football again. It can't be overstated how huge an accomplishment that is for James Franklin.

Lane Kiffin 'absolutely' ready to be head coach again, Nick Saban says

Nick Saban has put his full support behind his Alabama offensive coordinator.

Lane Kiffin interviewing with Houston after SEC Championship, report says

Alabama will play Florida on Saturday, but afterwards Kiffin will have a little free time to interview for Houston's head coaching job.

Manziel charges could be dropped

The Dallas County DA's office announced the framework of a deal that had been tentatively set two weeks ago.

Alaska Airlines passengers get free tickets to Pac-12 championship game

If you were flying from Seattle to San Jose on Alaska Airlines flight 362 on Thursday, you got something way better than peanuts and Coke.

College football forecast: Final countdown for CFP, Heisman hopefuls

Can Washington keep its College Football Playoff spot? Will Baker Mayfield make a Heisman push? Check out what to watch for this weekend.

Joe McKnight shooting suspect released from custody

Ronald Gasser, identified by police in the immediate aftermath of Thursday's shooting, has not been charged.

Frank Solich all about business of turning Ohio into MAC champion

Frank Solich, best known for his work at Nebraska, has turned the Bobcats into consistent winners. That consistency could be a big plus against heavy favorite Western Michigan in the MAC title game.

Ohio State adds yet another five-star talent with linebacker Baron Browning

Browning is Ohio State's sixth five-star commit of the 2017 recruiting class.

Kevin Wilson ouster a setback, but Indiana can endure

Indiana has been a team on the verge of success for several years. Could it survive Kevin Wilson's absence?

Former USC star, NFL player Joe McKnight shot to death in Louisiana

Joe McKnight rushed for more than 1,000 yards with USC in 2009, but his career as an NFL running back was derailed by injuries.

Kevin Wilson out as Indiana coach amid claims of player mistreatment (UPDATED)

Indiana announced the move Thursday evening. Defensive coordinator Tom Allen was promoted to take Wilson's place.

The College Football Playoff is perfect the way it is — with four teams

We’ll take a quick look at the six-team, eight-team and 16-team models along the way. We’re going to try to convince you that the four-team way is the right play for now.

SEC Network's Matt Stinchcomb gives back, talks value of SEC championship

SEC Network analyst and former Georgia Matt Stinchcomb believes the SEC is still one of the best conferences in the country despite a "down year."

Miles, Kiffin on list for Houston

Former LSU coach Les Miles and Alabama offensive coordinator Lane Kiffin are being considered for the vacant head coaching job at Houston.

Conference title games would mean much more if they were ticket to College Football Playoff

The conference championship games this weekend are not meaningless. But these games do not mean what they could.

Alabama vs. Florida: TV schedule, matchup, keys to victory in SEC championship game

Saturday's SEC championship game is special, even among all the other SEC title games. Here's the rundown for Alabama-Florida IX.

Penn State ordered to pay additional $5 million to Mike McQueary by judge

The final pending count has been settled in the former assistant's case against Penn State, bringing the total award to nearly $12 million.

D'Onta Foreman turns pro

Texas' record-setting running back D'Onta Foreman announced Wednesday he will forego his senior season and enter the NFL Draft.

Mizzou receiver arrested after allegedly punching woman

Sophomore Keyon Dilosa is the second Missouri player arrested this month.

Kelly not interested in Oregon

Say it with me now, "Chip Kelly is not going back to coach at Oregon!"

How Navy-Temple could unleash bowl-bid chaos

A Midshipmen victory could trigger paralysis in the bowl-bid process that might not be unlocked until after Dec. 10's Army-Navy game.

Ohio State professor, victim of terror knife attack: 'We still beat Michigan'

An Ohio State professor, one of 11 victims wounded in Monday's terror attack says school will recover and "we still beat Michigan."

Cost of unexpected success? Potentially $175K, Colorado fans

Field-rushing fans at Colorado's Folsom Field could cost the athletic department $175,000 under the Pac-12's new rule.

College football Week 14 TV schedule: How to watch the conference championship games

There's a lot at stake in the Power 5 conference championship games this weekend.

BYU RB coach's 3-year-old dies following accident in home

Reno Mahe's 3-year-old daughter, Elsie, died Tuesday, ending a week-long fight in the hospital after an accident at the family's home.

Houston regents chair rips Texas for taking Tom Herman, piles on Big 12

Houston board of regents chairman Tilman Fertitta isn't mincing his words over Texas taking Tom Herman away from the Cougars.

After missing on SMU's Chad Morris, Baylor search turns to Cal’s Sonny Dykes

Baylor officials are turning their attention toward California coach and native Texan Sonny Dykes.

Can Deshaun Watson make a last-minute Heisman run?

He’s lived up to the preseason billing as the best player in the country from that standpoint. That’s a Heisman Trophy resume when you consider Watson has 3,626 passing yards, 444 rushing yards and 38 total TDs and 14 interceptions.

Oregon fires Mark Helfrich following 4-8 season

The four-win season was the first losing season for the Ducks since going 5-6 in 2004. The four wins are the fewest in a season since 1991.

P.J. Fleck fits as Oregon's next coach; Ducks should just do it

P.J. Fleck has proved he can coach by building Western Michigan's program from the ground up. He'll have tons more resources to produce a rapid turnaround in Eugene

College Football Playoff rankings: Committee saying Michigan still has a chance

Michigan falls two spots to fifth, which means the committee still considers the Wolverines playoff-worthy. A lot has to happen for them to jump back in, but the leap isn't impossible.

Notre Dame QB Malik Zaire expected to transfer, reports say

Malik Zaire, who once had a bright future at Notre Dame, reportedly will be granted his release so he can pursue graduate transfer options.

College Football Playoff rankings: Washington replaces Michigan in top 4; Wolverines fall to 5

The penultimate College Football Playoff rankings were released Tuesday and the Huskies are the new No. 4 school.

Baylor plans to accept bowl bid despite scandal, coaching change, losing streak

After being ranked No. 8 in the Associated Press poll, the Bears have lost five consecutive games, losing by an average of 20.4 points.

Ohio State staffer mocks Michigan's discarded 'division champions' gear

The unused shirts and hats hopefully will find a better home, since they won't be needed in Ann Arbor.

The CFP dilemma: How much weight does Big Ten championship have?

Two teams would essentially obliterate the conference championships and that would create widespread outrage the conference commissioners would have to answer to. Is that really what the “best four teams” model should be about?

Outlining playoff contenders' paths to a semifinal

What teams need to happen to punch their ticket to the College Football Playoff.

Notre Dame's Jerry Tillery apologizes for cheap shots against USC

He appeared to purposely nudge one injured Trojan's head and later intentionally stepped on another's foot as they lay on the ground.

Snyder on big-business CFB

The Kansas State coach is concerned that recent spending trends by big-ticket athletic programs sends the wrong message.

Unbeaten WMU not focused on polls

The College Football Playoff committee has kept Western Michigan at No. 21 in its poll for three straight weeks.

Big Ten fines Jim Harbaugh

Harbaugh spent several minutes ranting about the officiating after Michigan's loss to Ohio State. The Big Ten is making him pay for it.

Former Baylor AD Ian McCaw hired by Liberty University

Only six months after resigning in the wake of a sexual assault scandal at Baylor, AD Ian McCaw has been hired to fill that role at Liberty

Penn State RB Saquon Barkley 'feeling fine' to play vs. Wisconsin

The No. 7 Nittany Lions are "anticipating and expecting" their 1,000-yard rusher for the Big Ten Championship against No. 6 Wisconsin.

BYU QB Taysom Hill suffers fourth season-ending injury in five years

It's the third time in Hill's career his season has ended after an injury against Utah State.

Michigan fan blog says J.T. Barrett got first down — and it can prove it

Did J.T. Barrett really get that key first down in Ohio State's win over Michigan? A Michigan fan blog studied the play and proves he did.

Ohio State players, athletes react to campus attack

The Associated Press reports that seven have been transported to the university hospital.

Claims Clemson used racial slurs ‘absolutely false,’ Dabo Swinney says

"Absolutely I asked my guys about that and to a man absolutely false.”

Week 14 bowl projections: Can Ohio State, Big Ten champion both fit?

A look at Sporting News’ bowl projections for the 2016-17 season heading into Week 13. A total of 41 bowls are on the schedule, and 80 FBS teams will play in bowl games.

AP Top 25 Week 14 rankings: Michigan, Louisville drop

Three top-15 teams lost in Rivalry Week, including one in the top five.

Michigan vs. Ohio State easily highest-rated college football game of season

ESPN's huge investment in college football is paying off.

Brian Kelly denies he is eyeing Notre Dame exit

Kelly's Notre Dame team just finished its season with a 4-8 record.

How the College Football Playoff can make sense of Big Ten chaos

What in the world is the College Football Playoff committee going to do with the Big Ten?

Indiana QB Zander Diamont to quit football after season: 'I need my brain'

The Hoosiers backup quarterback claimed he suffered "a lot" of concussions throughout his playing career.

Brian Kelly looking to coach outside of Notre Dame, per report

Kelly has reportedly been interested in finding alternate positions for some time.

Remember Ohio State's win for what it is — a great chapter in The Game

OSU's win against Michigan was a fantastic installment of The Game, but it won't be remembered as such in the short-term.

Notre Dame's Jerry Tillery should be embarrassed by dirty display

Just when you thought Notre Dame's season had finally hit bottom, defensive lineman Jerry Tillery helped the Fighting Irish reach a new low.

With Alabama, defense really could win championships

Alabama's defense continues to flex its muscle against tough opponents.

Jim Harbaugh can blame refs but Wolverines missed chance against Buckeyes, again

A few more of these, and this will start to resemble the back half of the Lloyd Carr era against Jim Tressel. The Wolverines had teams good enough to win — but with the exception of 2003 — Tressel’s teams always made or two more plays.

P.J. Fleck hasn't spoken to Purdue or others, Western Michigan AD says

P.J. Fleck isn't going to Purdue, and he's isn't going anywhere else for that matter.

Michigan's Jabrill Peppers grabs, shoves Ohio State fan after loss

Michigan star Jabrill Peppers had to be restrained after grabbing and shoving a fan on the field after the Wolverines loss to Ohio State.

Houston QB Kyle Allen could follow Tom Herman to Texas, per reports

Allen was recruited out of high school by Herman at Ohio State before following him to Houston.

Jim Harbaugh is livid with the officiating in the Michigan-Ohio State game

Harbaugh went off on a pass interference that was called on Michigan defensive back Delano Hill on Ohio State’s final drive in regulation and a no-call on a third-down pass to Grant Perry in double overtime.

Did Louisville's Lamar Jackson fumble away the Heisman Trophy?

The Heisman Trophy has been Jackson's to lose all season. He may have done that on Saturday.

Ohio State kicker Tyler Durbin misses game-tying 20-yarder, then redeems himself

Tyler Durbin was perfect inside 40 entering Saturday's rivarly game.

Jim Harbaugh flips out after penalty, breaks headset

Safe to say Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh wasn't pleased with an offsides penalty against his Wolverines late in the third quarter.

Ed Orgeron is not the coach LSU fans wanted, but he could be the one they need

Ed Orgeron is an SEC lifer who makes sense at LSU, even though he's not Tom Herman or Jimbo Fisher.

Tom Herman won't need much time to thrive at Texas

Texas is the perfect fit, and this is going to work out.

WATCH LeBron James, Cavs warmup on field before Ohio State-Michigan kickoff

The King and all his men showed up to root for OSU against its arch rival.

Top 25 rundown: Alabama, Ohio State, Clemson make it to championship week

A Colorado win would make the Buffaloes represent the Pac-12 South Division in the conference title game. A loss sends USC instead.

Ratings

Ratings predictions for college football rivalry weekend, including Michigan-Ohio State and the Iron Bowl, as well as Week 12 of the NFL.

Texas fires Charlie Strong; 'I don't regret coming to Texas,' he says

Strong is still owed $10 million on what was originally a five-year contract signed in January 2014.

Miss Arizona USA Tommy Lynn Calhoun wiped out by Arizona QB Brandon Dawkins

Tommy Lynn Calhoun was an honored guest at the Arizona-Arizona State game when she was flattened by Arizona's quarterback.

Black Iowa player says he was target of racial slurs from Nebraska player

Iowa defensive tackle Faith Ekakitie said the incident happened in the first half but refused to identify the player responsible.

LSU hires Ed Orgeron as head coach

LSU was choosing between interim coach Ed Orgeron and Houston head coach Tom Herman.

Ohio State vs. Michigan has it all; that's why 'The Game' is unrivaled

Other college football rivalries are huge, but Buckeyes-Wolverines has the best combination of tradition, talent and drama. This year's game proves that in a big way.

Texas reportedly to meet Tom Herman on Saturday after firing Charlie Strong

One source claims Texas has the edge over LSU to nab Herman because it's his "dream job."

Western Michigan finally has a shot at the respect it deserves

Western Michigan has rowed the boat all season. It finally paid off on Friday.

Five things we learned on an unpredictable Black Friday

Was Houston too distracted by Tom Herman's future to focus sufficiently on Memphis? It sure seemed that way on a day of upsets in college football.

Charlie Strong scenarios: What Texas is facing with embattled coach

Texas could go in a number of directions with a faltering program. We look at five potential outcomes.

Washington one step closer to ending two-Big Ten-team playoff plan

Washington's lone loss to USC is looking more and more negligible.

Ed Orgeron LSU's 'backup plan' if Tom Herman falls through

LSU is still gunning for Tom Herman, but Coach O is a close second.

Taiwanese Animators make hilarious video for 'The Game'

"The Game" has never looked so ... interesting?

Charlie Strong and Texas: Here's everything we know about the Longhorns coach's future

Is Charlie Strong going to be fired after Texas' game against TCU?

Other 'Big Game'? Positive P.J. Fleck is Western Michigan driving force vs. Toledo

It's no secret coach P.J. Fleck has had a historic season at Western Michigan — but he won't define himself by wins and losses.

Reports of leaving Houston are 'absolutely' false, Tom Herman says

Houston coach Tom Herman said reports linking him to other schools are "absolutely" false.

Jon Gruden in mix to replace Charlie Strong at Texas, report says

The name Jon Gruden is expected to surface if Texas doesn't hire Tom Herman, which is becoming increasingly likely.

There's a lot of money at stake for coaches this Rivalry Week

It's not just conference bragging rights on the line this weekend. There are six-figure payouts that could be triggered.

Two dead, four injured in shootings at Louisville youth football event

The shootings pushed the city past its homicide record as hundreds attended the annual Juice Bowl flag football event.

Players chant for Ed Orgeron to stay amid LSU coaching search

LSU players make their case for Ed Orgeron to stay at the university as its football coach, and not Todd Herman.

Derrius Guice, backup to Leonard Fournette, rushes for school record against Texas A&M

Leonard Fournette didn't make the trip to College Station for LSU's game against Texas A&M. The Tigers were fine without him.

Ed Orgeron has given LSU a bright future, with or without him

A Thanksgiving night win over Texas A&M should cement Ed Orgeron's place in the hearts of Tigers fans everywhere.

Tom Herman-to-LSU report rebutted by Tigers' AD; Texas, Houston, Baylor in play (UPDATED)

The Houston coach is the latest hot commodity, and LSU and Texas are vying for his services. Houston isn't going away without a fight, though.

Alabama to erect statues for Heisman winners Mark Ingram, Derrick Henry

Alabama is taking a page out of Auburn's book, but few Tide fans will mind.

College football player charged with killing cheerleader ex-girlfriend

According to police, Emma Jane Walker’s body was found Monday morning and she appeared to have been shot from outside her house while she slept.

Texas A&M QB Trevor Knight returning for LSU finale, report says

Aggies coach Kevin Sumlin originally said Trevor Knight was out for the season, but the QB reportedly plans to suit up against LSU on Thursday.

SEC Week 13 TV schedule: How to watch the conference games

The SEC has its fair share of big games in Rivalry Week.