Oklahoma's Charles Walker to miss Clemson game with concussion

A force on the Sooners' defensive line, the sophomore is hoping to return for the title game if Oklahoma wins Thursday.

Marshall Faulk: With Henry, Fournette, Elliott, 'the RB is relevant again'

Marshall Faulk sees bright futures ahead for Derrick Henry, Leonard Fournette and Ezekiel Elliott, saying two of the triumvirate can "carry a franchise" at the NFL level.

Paxton Lynch headed to NFL, projected to be first QB drafted

Memphis quarterback Paxton Lynch ended his college career on a down note, but bigger opportunities await.

Remember when everyone buried Bama, Nick Saban after Ole Miss loss?

Alabama can win its third title this decade and fourth under Saban with two more wins, something that didn’t seem possible after a 43-37 loss to Ole Miss on Sept. 19.

An NFL team reached out to Ohio State's Urban Meyer; he said no

The Buckeyes coach has seen close friends Chip Kelly and Greg Schiano, both successful on the college level, get fired by NFL teams.

Orange Bowl: Biggest difference from last meeting is nation's top two QBs weren't playing

Baker Mayfield was sitting out as a transfer and Deshaun Watson was rehabbing an ACL injury when Clemson beat Oklahoma in last year's bowl game. So just forget about that game.

Trevone Boykin suspended after arrest ahead of TCU-Oregon Alamo Bowl matchup

Rest assured, TCU fans will remember the 2015 Alamo Bowl — a game that will see their quarterback mired in controversy.

Jack Cichy puts on second-half show, powers Wisconsin's defense in Holiday Bowl victory over USC

Wisconsin linebacker Jack Cichy had just two career sacks entering Wednesday night's Holiday Bowl. He registered three on his first three snaps of the game.

Music City Monster: Louisville's Lamar Jackson unstoppable against Texas A&M

Louisville found its starting quarterback this year in Lamar Jackson, and the freshman put on a show in Wednesday's Music City Bowl.

LSU DC Kevin Steele taking same position at Auburn

Steele has made his second career change in as many years.

Dak Prescott near perfect in final Mississippi State game

Quarterback Dak Prescott, in his final game as a Bulldog, led Mississippi State to a resounding victory over NC State in the Belk Bowl.

Louisville's James Burgess ejected for targeting on first play of Music City Bowl

More targeting controversy: Should James Burgess have been ejected for this hit?

Reggis Ball gets testy, takes Auburn's ball, goes home and autographs it

How bizarre.

Pro Football Hall of Famer Doug Atkins dead at 85

Doug Atkins, a Pro Football Hall of Fame defensive end for the Browns, Bears and Saints, died Wednesday at the age of 85.

Alabama sends home Tony Brown from Cotton Bowl for violating team rules

Tony Brown, a defensive back, will not play for Alabama when it takes on Michigan State in the College Football Playoff semifinal.

Auburn's defense, big second half seals Birmingham Bowl victory over Memphis

Memphis couldn't get QB Paxton Lynch going and struggled to move the ball against Auburn, which pulled away in the second half.

Then and now: How two undefeated Clemson teams connect one small N.C. town

Two undefeated Clemson teams separated by 34 years have an unlikely connection in a small North Carolina community,

Ohio State’s Cardale Jones to enter NFL Draft

Cardale Jones, at 6-5 and 250 pounds, has a powerful arm and is an intriguing, yet very raw, NFL prospect.

Playoff predictions: Crimson Tide advance, but Clemson-Oklahoma is toss-up

Deshaun Watson vs. Baker Mayfield should lead to a high-scoring outcome, while Alabama will outlast Michigan State in battle of team with similar game plans.

Jim Harbaugh wants to ref Ric Flair-Hulk Hogan match at the Big House

Jim Harbaugh is excited about WrestleMania and wants to see it at the Big House.

Mark Dantonio relaxed in the moment, cracking jokes opposite Nick Saban

The Michigan State coach was an assistant under Saban in East Lansing years ago and the Spartans are the closest thing in style and philosophy to Alabama in college football.

Stupid is as stupid does, just ask Clemson players sent home

This has nothing to do with the arguments on recreational drugs, or what should be accepted in society and what shouldn’t. This is about being stupid, plain and simple.

Scouting report: Is it possible for Michigan State to stop Derrick Henry?

Henry is the Heisman Trophy winner and the Spartans are one of the nation's best at containing the run.

Dabo Swinney: Genuine and just what Clemson needed eight years ago and now

Detail-oriented and not afraid to change, Dabo Swinney told his team to believe eight years ago and with 55 wins since 2011, Clemson is the No. 1 seed and there's nothing fake about it.

Leonard Fournette caps record-setting day of bowls with monster performance

The star LSU running back wasn't deterred by the record-setting performances of Cal QB Jared Goff and Baylor's offense; he just set his own record.

Three Clemson players suspended for Orange Bowl for failed drug tests

Clemson will be without its second-leading receiver and senior kicker on Thursday against Oklahoma.

Baylor doesn't need quarterback, blasts UNC in Russell Athletic Bowl

Baylor's rushing attack compensated, in a big way, for having a third-stringer start at quarterback.

Mississippi State fans find their 'Cowbell' home for Belk Bowl

Mississippi State football fans have had a particular fever since the 1930s. The only prescription? "More cowbell."

Texas A&M's Speedy Noil suspended for Music City Bowl

The wide receiver will not play against Louisville in the Music City Bowl, Aggies coach Kevin Sumlin announced.

Jared Goff goes off in Armed Forces Bowl

The Cal QB broke two single-season Pac-12 records while throwing for 467 yards and six touchdowns against Air Force.

Michigan State defensive line was built for this moment

The Spartans already have slowed Ohio State, Michigan, Iowa and Oregon on the ground. Next challenge: Alabama and Heisman winner Derrick Henry.

UNC academic scandal: 'I passed all your football players,' email says

UNC has tried valiantly to put behind an academic scandal that implicated more than 3,000 students, teachers and officials over a decade.

Jake Coker finally fitting into his dream role at Alabama

Now Coker has been trusted to lead Alabama in the College Football Playoff, and it’s a stage he isn’t backing down from.

Joe Mixon’s second chance part of systemic problem in college sports

The Oklahoma running back was suspended for the 2014 season by the university after misdemeanor assault charges.

Notre Dame junior safety Max Redfield sent home from Fiesta Bowl

The Irish's third-leading tackler violated a team rule, leaving a thin secondary even thinner for Ohio State's talented receiving corps.

Scouting report: Breaking down key Clemson, Oklahoma matchups

Expect Sterling Shepard vs. Mackensie Alexander, Shaq Lawson vs. Sooners' O-line to have big hand in determining Orange Bowl outcome.

Alabama backup QB Alec Morris reportedly will transfer to North Texas

Alec Morris would be eligible to play next season as a fifth-year senior transfer.

TCU's Gary Patterson has sharp response to Baker Mayfield's comments

After Baker Mayfield said TCU hung him out to dry, the Horned Frogs coach responded with some strong comments.

Navy QB Keenan Reynolds resets TDs record in win over Pitt

Louisiana Tech's Kenneth Dixon had passed the Midshipman for the career mark, but Reynolds' 3 TDs in the Military Bowl retook the record.

With that chip on his shoulder, Baker Mayfield makes it tough to bet against him

The undersized two-time walk-on quarterback at Oklahoma thrives when people doubt him.

Michigan State's go-to WR Aaron Burbridge gets 'A' for problem solving

It may have taken three years to realize his potential, but Burbridge's production in 2015 has been worth the wait for Michigan State.

Wanted: Coordinators who take team to next level, prove head coaches right

Oklahoma and Clemson hit home runs with Lincoln Riley and Brent Venables. In this win-or-walk boom era of great expectations, making the right coordinator hire has never been more important.

Photo-chopped: QBs Kyle Allen, Kyler Murray won't be in 2015 Texas A&M team picture

“There’s a reason Coach Sumlin takes the team picture at the end of the year,” DE Myles Garrett said of the two QBs who've transferred.

Still-bitter Baker Mayfield: TCU 'hung me out to dry'

Oklahoma QB Baker Mayfield sounded off Monday about TCU and how he thinks the Horned Frogs treated him unfairly with a scholarship offer.

Bob Stoops on Texas A&M transfer Kyler Murray: 'He fits' at Oklahoma

The Texas high school star, who started three games and played in eight as a true freshman QB at A&M, won't be eligible at OU until 2017.

Doggone tired? Maybe, but Kirby Smart has title to win before clocking out

The new Georgia coach is pulling double duty as Alabama's defensive coordinator and insists it's not a distraction, just more work.

Indiana RB Jordan Howard declares for NFL Draft, becomes intriguing option

Indiana running back Jordan Howard announced he'll skip his final year of eligibility to enter the NFL Draft.

Ohio State's Ezekiel Elliott cited for driving with suspended license after crash

The citation won't affect Elliott's status for the Fiesta Bowl, a school spokesman said.

Many Power 5 schools easing athlete penalties for marijuana, report says

AP: At least a third of Power 5 schools aren't punishing athletes as harshly as they were 10 years ago for testing positive for marijuana.

Top Washington State WR Gabe Marks to return for senior season

As the exodus for the NFL begins, the Cougars' leading receiver was enticed to stay by how close they came to winning the Pac-12 North.

No long odds on Clemson's long-ball passes

The Oklahoma secondary can't afford to get beat on long balls. If they do, Clemson QB Deshaun Watson will make it rain all day.

Oklahoma changed its defense by creating good habits in all areas

The personnel is mostly the same from 2014, but why are the Sooners so much better on defense? It started by a better mindset and better habits off the field.

Lane Kiffin likely to return as OC at Alabama for third year

The lightning rod offensive coordinator says he would love to return to Alabama for a third year.

Nebraska's Stanley Morgan makes incredible one-handed touchdown catch

Stanley Morgan might have made the catch of the game, and the bowl season.

Nebraska safety Nate Gerry ejected on questionable targeting call

Is it time to redefine targeting in college football?

Questionable missed field goal gives Duke win over Indiana

The officials might have taken a little longer to look at whether Griffin Oakes missed the field goal in overtime.

Alex Rodriguez scores touchdown at Yankee Stadium

An Indiana running back with a familiar name in New York scored a touchdown.

Heavy snow shows up Sun Bowl between Miami, Washington State

The second half of the Sun Bowl turned into two teams playing in the snow Saturday in El Paso.

Miami's Rayshawn Jenkins ejected from Sun Bowl for targeting

Miami safety Jamal Carter was ejected for targeting just before the first half of the Sun Bowl ended.

Ed Orgeron won't be returning to USC's coaching staff

The former interim USC head coach's reported lingering bitterness toward AD Pat Haden is the main reason he won't go back to LA.

What was Washington player doing right before Heart of Dallas Bowl kickoff?

Smelling salts aren't just to waken a player who's been knocked out — they can be used to get players pumped to play.

Everett Golson will miss FSU bowl game; college career is complete

Golson was relegated to backup duties behind Sean Maguire and Jimbo Fisher says Golson didn't make the bowl trip for a 'personal issue.'

Five-star DE Betiku commits to USC

A native of Nigeria, he is the No. 1 prospect in California in the class of 2016, despite having played only two seasons of football.

Beamer suspends Hokies

Deon Clarke, second on the team in tackles, is among three players the coach suspended ahead of his final game at Virginia Tech.

San Diego State hammers Cincinnati in Hawaii Bowl for school-record 11th win

San Diego State capped its most successful season in decades with a decisive 42-7 victory over Cincinnati in the Hawaii Bowl.

Wisconsin's Corey Clement expected to play against USC in Holiday Bowl

Running back Corey Clement will play in the Holiday Bowl against USC after he was suspended for the final regular-season game.

WMU player honors DJ Khaled after Bahamas Bowl win: 'Another one!'

Western Michigan won its first ever bowl game by defeating Middle Tennessee in the Bahamas Bowl.

Former Texas A&M QB Kyler Murray transfers to Oklahoma

Oklahoma has found success with one transfer quarterback already. It could very well be two when all is said and done.

Report: Ed Orgeron in talks to return to USC as D-line coach

The move would make sense for Orgeron, who has serious connections in Los Angeles.

Michigan State must disclose names of criminally accused athletes

The Michigan Supreme Court says the school must disclose full records to ESPN, which contain the names of athletes accused of crimes.

Georgia's Uga IX laid to rest at Sanford Stadium

Sad news: Georgia's Uga IX, aka "Russ," has passed away. He was laid to rest Tuesday in Sanford Stadium.

Ty Detmer named BYU offensive coordinator

BYU's favorite son may be returning to his alma mater in an offensive coordinator position.

Mike Ditka advocates for kids to play 'safer' sport like golf

While Ditka said he wouldn't have banned his kids from playing football, he would try to encourage them to play a safer sport, like golf.

TCU coach Gary Patterson says 'There were calls,' but he's staying put

The TCU coach, 55, says it gets harder to think of leaving Fort Worth, but he'll "never say never" and has a list of five places he'd go.

South Carolina adds Georgia interim coach Bryan McClendon to staff

McClendon was named the interim coach of Georgia's bowl game against Penn State.

Longtime Longhorns benefactor Joe Jamail dead at 90

The billionaire attorney whose name is on the field at Royal-Memorial Stadium gave millions to the University of Texas.

Nick Saban has no plans of leaving Alabama

Saban, who has three national titles in Tuscaloosa, said his desire to stay in Alabama goes beyond coaching.

New Mexico safety Markel Byrd, 20, dies in single-car accident

The redshirt sophomore and his girlfriend were driving home to California for the holidays when a tire on their car blew out.

Akron celebrates first bowl win in 116 years

Akron celebrated its first-ever bowl victory since the program's inception in 1891.

TCU WR Josh Doctson will miss Alamo Bowl with wrist injury

Josh Doctson was sidelined for a chunk of the regular season with an injured wrist, and now he'll miss the Alamo Bowl against Oregon.

Florida State gives football scoreboard to Florida A&M

With Doak Campbell Stadium undergoing several renovations, FSU will move its scoreboard to its Tallahassee neighbor's facility.

Herschel Walker flipped coin to decide between USFL, staying at Georgia

How did Herschel Walker decide between entering the now-extinct USFL or staying at Georgia? He flipped a coin.

Texas State coach Dennis Franchione to step down

The former Alabama, Texas A&M and TCU coach is expected to announce his retirement Tuesday afternoon.

Ball State coach Pete Lembo resigns to become Maryland assistant, report says

The 45-year-old Lembo is 112-65 in his career as a head coach, but the Ball State job was his first in FBS. He went 33-29 in five years as the Cardinals coach.

Former Ole Miss LB Denzel Nkemdiche reportedly rushed to hospital

Former Ole Miss linebacker Denzel Nkemdiche was hospitalized for the second time in nearly a month.

Jim Harbaugh on Darth Vader: 'I love him'

Star Wars: The Force Awakens is the first film in the series to not feature Darth Vader. Jim Harbaugh isn't thrilled about it.

Turner Field sold to Georgia State, will be turned into football stadium

Georgia State's renovation and re-development of the area around Turner Field involves a $300 million mix of housing, retail and a stadium.

Urban Meyer surprises Make-a-Wish kid with Fiesta Bowl tickets

The Buckeyes coach surprised Kevin Jones, 5, and his family with tickets to watch the Ohio State play Notre Dame on New Year's Day.

Florida RB Kelvin Taylor to leave early for NFL

The junior RB and team's leading rusher joins WR Demarcus Robinson and DE Alex McCalister as the latest Gators to leave for the NFL.

USC's Adoree' Jackson to skip spring practices to pursue Rio Olympics

USC CB Adoree' Jackson will be excused from spring practice in order to focus on qualifying for the 2016 Rio Olympics in the long jump

Michigan State S RJ Williamson expected to play in Cotton Bowl

When the senior suffered a torn biceps muscle on Oct. 3, Spartans teammates promised him "two games at the end of the season," a CFP reference.

Report: Boston College DC Don Brown to take same position at Michigan

Michigan might just get its hands on the orchestrator of one of the nation's best defenses.

Report: Tyson Summers to be named Georgia Southern coach

Colorado State defensive coordinator Tyson Summers might be taking over at Georgia Southern.

Report: Texas A&M leading candidate for Oklahoma transfer Trevor Knight

Finally, a bit of good news for the Aggies.

Update: Robert Nkemdiche declares for NFL Draft following suspension

Ole Miss' strongest defensive player won't be on the field against the Cowboys.

Former Gators QB Jeff Driskel shows out in final game for La. Tech

If Jeff Driskel hoped to close his college career by impressing NFL scouts, mission accomplished. He compiled 457 yards in the New Orleans Bowl.

FCS title game set between Jacksonville State, North Dakota State

North Dakota State can set an NCAA record with its fifth straight national title, but it won't be easy against top-ranked Jacksonville State.

Dabo Swinney rents out entire fun park for football team

Looks like the Clemson coach is taking a relaxed approach to this year's College Football Playoff.

Report: USC lineman Chad Wheeler gets into scuffle with L.A. police

Police resorted to using bean bag rounds to subdue Wheeler early Saturday.

Brent Musburger says Las Vegas Bowl may drive BYU fans to drink

ABC broadcaster Brent Musburger has never been one to speak with a filter and he spoke he true feelings about feeling bad for BYU fans.

Alcorn State wide receiver takes out his frustration on dry erase board

Alcorn State wide receiver Marquis Warford either didn't like how the Celebration Bowl started or he really hates dry erase boards.

Baylor WR Corey Coleman will miss bowl game with sports hernia

The Biletnikoff winner will end his career with 3,009 receiving yards and 33 TDs.

Will Grier transferring from Florida after tumultuous season

Grier started six games and threw for 1,202 yards and 10 scores but was suspended for a year by the NCAA after testing positive for a banned over-the-counter substance.

Four 70-yard TDs scored in first quarter of Celebration Bowl

Are you watching the Celebration Bowl? No? Drop everything and tune in.

BYU names Kalani Sitake as new coach

Former BYU fullback and most recently Oregon State defensive coordinator Kalani Sitake is set to become the Cougars' new head coach.

Mizzou QB Maty Mauk reinstated, remains in school, father says

Mike Mauk's comments frame his son's status in the current semester and "as far as he knows" as Mizzou transitions to new coach Barry Odom.

Texas A&M chancellor: Kevin Sumlin firing report 'a fairy tale'

With fans alarmed by QBs Kyle Allen's and Kyler Murray's reported transfers, John Sharp strongly denied he is pondering his coach's future.

USC’s Cody Kessler to play in Holiday Bowl despite injured thumb

Kessler has 28 touchdowns and six interceptions in 2015.

Former Kentucky QB Patrick Towles will finish career at Boston College

The Wildcats' starter most of the past two seasons, Towles was benched in November.

Will Muschamp says he'd still be at Florida if he'd hired Kurt Roper sooner

Muschamp thinks he'd still be at Florida if he'd hired OC Kurt Roper sooner. Hindsight is 20/20.

Former LSU receiver sentenced to life in prison

Nemessis Bates, who played at both LSU and Southern, was convicted in a 2010 murder-for-hire killing.

Ole Miss' Robert Nkemdiche jams out in blues club

Robert Nkemdiche seems to be recovering nicely from his fall earlier this week.

Cincinnati QB Gunner Kiel to miss Hawaii Bowl with 'personal problems'

Kiel is considering applying for the NFL draft rather than returning to the Bearcats.

South Carolina DE Shameik Blackshear injured in shooting, report says

The freshman defensive end was reportedly shot multiple times Wednesday night at a Columbia, S.C., apartment complex.

Kyler Murray's decision to transfer from Texas A&M is 'final,' reports say

The freshman quarterback reportedly said that his decision is "final" and that he would transfer out of Texas A&M.

Utah DT calls BYU a 'dirty team' at bowl event

A dance-off ahead of the Las Vegas Bowl turned into a trash-talking session for a Utes defender.

UPDATE: LSU admits to minor alterations of John Chavis' contract

The ongoing legal battle between John Chavis and his former employer took an unexpected turn when LSU admitted it had altered Chavis' contract after he signed it.

Ciara to headline entertainment for College Football Playoff title game

Ciara, Canaan Smith and Eric Church will all sing during the pregrame festivities of the College Football Playoff National Championship.

Kareem Williams chooses U-M

Walker originally committed to Ohio State last year, but withdrew that decision in November.

Auburn revamps plans for upgrading Jordan-Hare Stadium

Auburn University officials are seeking fan feedback for a proposed upgrades at Jordan-Hare Stadium after making adjustments to the project.

Sporting News Coach of the Year: Success is not new for Clemson's Dabo Swinney

Swinney set big goals for the Tigers prior to the 2015 season. You don’t win 55 games since 2011 by stumbling in the big moment or losing games you shouldn’t.

Sporting News Player of the Year: What a difference Baker Mayfield made for Oklahoma

Mayfield's magnetic personality and carefree style helped loosen up a team that at times played much too tight over the last two seasons.

With the 9th Circuit denial of the O'Bannon petition to rehear appeal vs. NCAA, is the Supreme Court up next?

Marcus Lattimore joins South Carolina staff in non-traditional role

Will Muschamp hires former South Carolina star Marcus Lattimore, who will be serving as something of a life coach for the Gamecoacks.

Navy coach Ken Niumatalolo turns down BYU, will stay with Midshipmen

Navy's all-time winningest coach is staying put after turning down BYU.

Could Kyler Murray be following Kyle Allen out of Texas A&M?

Kyle Allen announced he's transferring from the Aggies last week and reports surfaced Wednesday that freshman QB Kyler Murray might be on his way out, too.

Appeals court denies request for rehearing in O'Bannon vs. NCAA case

Wednesday’s decision sets the stage for the sides to decide whether they want to try to take the athlete-pay case before the Supreme Court.

Missouri lawmaker withdraws bill to yank scholarships of athletes who strike

A proposal to revoke the scholarships of athletes who decide not to play for reasons other than medical issues has been withdrawn.

Ole Miss gets five-star Gregory Little over competing SEC schools

Little, a 6-6, 305 pound mountain of a 18-year-old man, hails from Allen, Texas, where he’s always wanted to play in the SEC.

Badgers TB Clement to return

The junior seen as heir apparent to record-breaking Badgers RB Melvin Gordon was limited by a sports hernia to three games and 155 yards.

Sporting News Freshman All-Americans: UCLA's Josh Rosen is nation's best

Alabama and Missouri placed three players apiece on the 2015 freshman team.

Jimmy Kimmel helps Kirk Herbstreit get prank revenge on Chris Fowler

A simple, yet effective prank.

Virginia Tech CB Kendall Fuller declares for NFL Draft

Fuller missed the final nine games of the 2015 season after undergoing knee surgery.

Florida lands top-rated kicker famous for 77-yard FG in practice

Coach Jim McElwain, whose team was 7-for-17 on FG attempts in 2015, made a casting call for kickers but now has the best in the nation.

2016 Pac-12 football schedule: Rugged non-conference, bang-up November

The Pac-12's 2016 slate includes a non-conference lineup that should impress CFP pollsters and a final month of mouth-watering matchups.

Nkemdiche releases statement

Nkemdiche suffered cuts to his body Saturday night after breaking a window in a room at the Grand Hyatt in Atlanta.

Who is Dakota Prukop? Five things to know about Oregon's new quarterback

Add Dakota Prukop to the list of quarterbacks making the jump from an FCS team to a national title contender.

Spurrier honored with facility name

South Carolina approved the naming of the new Gamecocks’ indoor practice facility after former coach Steve Spurrier and his wife.

Tuscaloosa PD paid more than $544K in 2014 OT to police Alabama games

From February 2009 to January 2015, the city spent $2.9 million in overtime costs to handle the Crimson Tide.

Houston's Tom Herman makes good on promise, gets iced out grill from Paul Wall

Tom Herman made a promise, so now he's getting a custom grill.

Nation's top QB prospect sticking with Georgia commitment

Jacob Eason looked around after Mark Richt left the Bulldogs, but after visiting Florida and Washington, he decided Athens was the place for him.

Alabama's strength coach turned down Kirby Smart for head coach-like salary

According to AL.com, Cochran made $420,000 in 2015, more than two of Alabama's on-field assistants and 10 FBS head coaches. Imagine how much that figure grew to keep Cochran in Tuscaloosa.

Arizona State football players charged with burglary booted off team

Sophomore safety Jayme Otomewo and junior defensive tackle Deonte Reynolds were arrested Sunday in Maricopa County.

‘Fake weed’ contributed to Robert Nkemdiche’s hotel room fall, report says

Nkemdiche was convinced someone was chasing him, prompting him to break through the hotel glass and plummet 15 feet into a bush.

Jarrett Stidham not ready, so No. 3 QB Chris Johnson to get bowl start for Baylor

The WR-turned-QB at midseason will face North Carolina as the injury bug that bit Baylor continues to have an impact.

Ed McCaffrey supports turning pro after two years; David Shaw likes three-year rule

Christian McCaffrey was a Heisman finalist after breaking the single-season all-purpose yards record previously held by Barry Sanders.

Clemson gets commitment from five-star DT Dexter Lawrence

The 6-5, 330-pound lineman chose the Tigers over a couple of in-state schools. He's the No. 3 overall player, according to 247Sports.

Missouri lawmaker to introduce bill to revoke scholarship if athlete refuses to play

Rick Brattin pre-filed HB 1743, just over a month after African-American football players at the University of Missouri led a team strike.

Robert Nkemdiche charged with marijuana possession; seven joints found after hotel fall

Robert Nkemdiche has been charged with possession of marijuana after Atlanta police found seven rolled marijuana cigarettes in a hotel room.

Best and worst bowl game gifts for 2015-16 postseason

This year, they range from an alpaca throw (AdvoCare V100 Texas Bowl) to a $350 Best Buy shopping trip (Russell Athletic Bowl).

Former Gamecock RB Marcus Lattimore takes 25 SC flood victims on holiday shopping spree

Former South Carolina RB Marcus Lattimore is helping the people of Georgetown, S.C. recover from the Fall floods that ravaged their homes.

Ole Miss' Robert Nkemdiche conscious, stable after 15-foot fall

Authorities found a small amount of suspected marijuana in the hotel room where they say the DE broke a window before his fall.

Ole Miss DT Robert Nkemdiche injured after falling from fourth-story window

Ole Miss defensive tackle Robert Nkemdiche suffered cuts after falling from a fourth-story window in Atlanta, police said Sunday.

Grandmother, Derrick Henry's family celebrate Heisman in hospital

Five generations of Derrick Henry's family were represented at a Heisman Trophy watch party in a Jacksonville hospital.

East Carolina to hire Duke OC Scottie Montgomery as head coach, report says

Montgomery will take over a program that fired Ruffin McNeil after six seasons and a 42-34 record.

Derrick Henry wins 2015 Heisman Trophy

Derrick Henry won the 2015 Heisman Trophy on Saturday in New York City.

Big deal: Derrick Henry's been a Heisman winner in the making for years

From his days at middle school to turning the town of Yulee, Fla., upside down, Derrick Henry has been running toward big things and the Heisman is just the latest.

Keenan Reynolds breaks records, solidifies legacy as a Navy football legend

Keenan Reynolds college career might be over, but the model athlete and team leader has a couple options for his next step.

QB Keenan Reynolds makes history as Navy pushes past Army

For the 14th year in a row, Navy defeated Army as quarterback Keenan Reynolds broke a Division I record.

Florida State QB Sean Maguire hurls pass over stadium wall from parking lot

Florida State quarterback Sean Maguire launched a football over the wall of Doak Campbell Stadium from the parking lot.

Navy QB Keenan Reynolds breaks Div. I rushing touchdown record

Reynolds ran for two touchdowns in the first half alone, breaking Adrian Peterson's career rushing touchdown record with 85.

Ruffin McNeill joins Bronco Mendenhall's staff at Virginia

After being fired at East Carolina after six seasons, McNeill is one of eight assistants announced Saturday for Virginia.

Georgia coach Kirby Smart hires Jim Chaney as OC, reports say

An SEC veteran, Jim Chaney was at Pitt this season, but has experience in previous conference stops at Arkansas and Tennessee.

Lee Corso gets emotional watching rare footage from his Navy days

The "College GameDay" host was moved to tears after watching video from when he was a Navy coach.

Army dons new helmets for game against Navy

Army, not to be outdone by the Midshipmen, will also don new helmets for the Army-Navy game.

Georgia DE charged with marijuana possession ... again

Georgia freshman defensive end Chauncey Rivers was arrested Saturday morning.

Texas lands Sterlin Gilbert as offensive coordinator after hectic search

It took a major pay increase and a personal visit from the school president to lure the 37-year-old from Tulsa.

Jason Whitlock comparing Christian McCaffrey to Eminem makes no sense

Far be it from Whitlock to let facts get in the way of his point.

Maryland renames Byrd Stadium in move away from 'painful reminder' of segregation

The university's Board of Regents has decided to renamed Byrd Stadium after a 12-5 vote.

USF coach Willie Taggart buying bowl tickets for 500 students

Taggart has incentive to pay for 500 students' tickets in the Bulls' game against Western Kentucky, his alma mater and previous employer.

Ohio State names Greg Schiano as associate head coach, DC

The former Rutgers and Buccaneers coach is now Ohio State's associate head coach and co-defensive coordinator.

Roger Goodell open to NFL officials using more technology for 2015 postseason

NFL officials have made some glaring mistakes in 2015, and the commissioner is open to having referees use more technology during games.

Willie Fritz to be named Tulane's coach

Fritz will bring Georgia Southern's vaunted triple option attack to Tulane.

Ohio State suspends Adolphus Washington after solicitation charge

The Buckeyes defensive tackle's college career is over after he was suspended for being cited for solicitation Wednesday.

Alabama announces Jeremy Pruitt as new DC

The former Tide defensive backs coach came back to Alabama with an even larger role.

Archie Griffin's memory from Heisman No. 2: He didn't cry

Archie Griffin recalled his favorite memory from the 1975 Heisman Trophy ceremony. He's still the only two-time winner of college football's most-prestigious award.

Report: Former Michigan coach Brady Hoke 'leading candidate' for ECU job

Brady Hoke might find a new home in ECU next season.

Thurman Thomas talks Sugar Bowl, Bills 30-for-30, Heisman pick

Thurman Thomas talks Sugar Bowl, the upcoming Buffalo Bills 30-for-30 and playing with Barry Sanders with Sporting News.

Coach buys senior players suits for first job interviews

Southern Miss coach Todd Monken bought suits for his senior players for the third straight year.

Utah's Tom Hackett is a punter because he's fat and slow

Tom Hackett is just like us!

Alabama's Derrick Henry takes home Maxwell, Doak Walker awards

If Thursday night was any indication, Alabama running back Derrick Henry will go home with the Heisman on Saturday.

Kyle Allen to transfer from Texas A&M

The once-highly recruited sophomore will not be an Aggie come 2016.

Report: Oklahoma's Trevor Knight granted full release to transfer

The redshirt junior will be immediately eligible in the 2016 season.

Tulsa's Sterlin Gilbert to become offensive coordinator at Texas, report says

Sterlin Gilbert served as the co-offensive coordinator under Philip Montgomery this season at Tulsa.

Saban arrives in helicopter

The Alabama coach knows how to make an entrance, showing up at a high school outside Atlanta for a recruiting trip.

Cal gives Sonny Dykes four-year extension worth $11.3 million

Rumored to be a candidate for several openings this offseason, Dykes is staying put in Berkeley.

If Derrick Henry doesn't win the Heisman, his hype video should

This trailer is as epic as Henry's ferocious runs.

Tat's all, folks! Derrick Henry should tell whitewashed SEC to shove it

Two college ADs criticized the spending habits of student-athletes and the SEC photoshopped the tattoos off its star player. It all sounds a bit too much like Donald Trump.

NCAA members have been reluctant to legally challenge enforcement decisions

Since the NCAA Division I Infractions Appeals Committee affirmed the Committee on Infractions decision in its enforcement case involving high-profile student-athletes Reggie Bush and O.J. Mayo, critics have questioned the steps taken to ajudicate the case as well as the penalties levied against the Trojans. Pac-12 commissioner Larry Scott challenged the NCAA to be more consistent in its rulings. Scott stated, "I fully expect that every NCAA member institution be held to the same high standards.” USC president Max Niklas echoed Scott's statement, adding USC was "very concerned that the historical value of case precedent and the right to fair process in the NCAA adjudicative process, both in terms of the ability of an institution to defend itself or prove an abuse of discretion on appeal, have been substantially eroded.”

Alabama brewery thanks Arkansas for Ole Miss victory with epic chalk mural

A Tuscaloosa brewery is awfully thankful for the Razorbacks' miracle win over Ole Miss this season.

Pitt will help pay for James Conner's lymphoma treatment

Pitt will pay for all treatment-related out-of-pocket costs not covered by Conner's family insurance.

LSU's Leonard Fournette on Heisman snub: Best RBs in NFL didn't win it

Many LSU teammates and fans were angered that Fournette wasn't a finalist for the award, but the running back isn't sweating it.

Ohio State DT Adolphus Washington cited for solicitation

The senior was charged Wednesday on one misdemeanor count of solicitation, Ohio State officials confirmed.

Ex-FSU QB De'Andre Johnson sentenced for punching woman at nightclub

The 19-year-old, who never played for the Seminoles, has since transferred to East Mississippi Community College.

NCAA exec: College athletes can't get paid because they're not adults

The NCAA executive caused a stir with his comment and later admitted he "misspoke."

Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi gets two-year extension

The 8-4 Panthers are coming off their best season since 2009, and the first-year coach was rewarded with a deal that now runs through 2021.

Q&A: Archie Griffin talks Heisman, Connor Cook’s cold shoulder, Ohio State QBs

Griffin, an Ohio State alum, spoke with Omnisport on Thursday, two days prior to the Heisman Trophy ceremony in New York City.

Police: Lehigh players broke into wrong house, assaulted man, peed in fridge

Six Lehigh football players were charged with criminal trespass after breaking into the wrong house.

You won't see DraftKings or FanDuel ads during the College Football Playoff

ESPN agreed not to air the non-stop DraftKings and FanDuel ads during the College Football Playoff.

Clemson's Dabo Swinney wins national Coach of the Year award

The Tigers coach has his unbeaten team on a 16-game winning streak and seeded No. 1 in the College Football Playoff.