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NCAA president questions number of bowl games

NCAA President Mark Emmert is frustrated with the proliferation of bowls in college football.

Scott Ridge

West Virginia coach Dana Holgorsen to return for 2016, AD says

A season-ending loss to K-State that dropped WVU to 7-5 led to speculation that the fifth-year coach (35-28) would be fired.

Bob Hille

Lombardi Award goes to Penn State's Carl Nassib, not Ohio State's Joey Bosa

Penn State defensive end Carl Nassib, who led the nation in sacks, was named the winner of the Rotary Lombardi Award Wednesday night.

Ron Clements

Mark Richt gets ovation at Miami basketball game

The former Georgia coach was introduced midway through Miami's basketball game Tuesday night against Florida.

Gabrielle McMillen

Georgia DC Jeremy Pruitt reportedly to interview at Michigan

Georgia defensive coordinator Jeremy Pruitt reportedly has a tentative date to interview with Jim Harbaugh at Michigan.

Gabrielle McMillen

Oklahoma dominates All-Big 12 honors after dominating Big 12 season

The CFP-bound Sooners, who finished the regular season atop the conference, won the most individual postseason awards in Big 12 history.

Bob Hille

Deshaun Watson, Dabo Swinney, Clemson dominate ACC awards

Five Tigers were named to the first-team offense, while another four made the first-team defense.

Travis Durkee

Georgia's Malcolm Mitchell named Allstate AFCA Good Works Team captain

Georgia's Malcolm Mitchell will be honored for his work on the Allstate AFCA Good Works team on Thursday.

Bill Bender

ESPN asks: Can white running back win Heisman Trophy after 42 years?

Mike Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser discussed on Pardon the Interruption whether or not Stanford RB Christian McCaffrey can win college football's top individual award.

Michael McCarthy

NC State's Debbie Yow, Bama's Bill Battle should forget hoverboards, buy a clue instead

Alabama AD Bill Battle and NC State AD Debbie Yow have no clue what they are talking about.

Troy Machir

Derrick Henry, Leonard Fournette make up formidable All-SEC backfield

It should be no surprise that Alabama — the No. 2 seed in the College Football Playoff — has the most players on the Coaches All-SEC team.

Ken Bradley

Steve Spurrier approves Will Muschamp hiring, donates last paycheck to booster club

The former Gamecocks coach returned his final paycheck of more than $70,000 from the school to the Gamecock Club in the form of a donation.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Jake Butt says 'heart and soul' at Michigan, so he's not entering NFL Draft

Butt won Big Ten's tight end of the year award this season after catching 48 passes for 620 yards and three touchdowns.

Jordan Heck

Group says Air Force prayers could be used for ISIS propaganda

The Military Religious Freedom Foundation objected to the team praying in the end zone after its Nov. 28 loss to New Mexico.

Kirstie Chiappelli

K-State coach Bill Snyder: 'No reason not to' return for 25th season

At 193-100-1 with two conference titles, K-State's most successful coach will be inducted Tuesday into the College Football Hall of Fame.

Bob Hille

Big 12 beefing up non-conference schedules with Power 5 opponent requirement

The Big 12 hopes that playing a stronger non-conference schedule will help it with the CFB Selection Committee.

Gabrielle McMillen

Minnesota review: No pattern of harassment by ex-AD Norwood Teague

Two lawyers found little evidence that Teague behaved inappropriately beyond his actions at a staff retreat that led to his resignation.

Marc Lancaster

Trophy case: Oklahoma QB Mayfield, Temple LB Matakevich take home awards

Mayfield, a two-time walk-on, and Matakevich, who had only one FBS scholarship offer, proved Monday that recruiting isn't a science.

Bob Hille

Court: NCAA showed 'reckless disregard for the truth' in Reggie Bush-USC case

The NCAA did not come out ahead in a court's ruling in the Reggie Bush-USC case.

Jordan Heck

USC calls 'much of' Steve Sarkisian's lawsuit 'patently untrue'

Steve Sarkisian is suing USC for wrongful termination, saying the university violated the law by firing someone with a disability.

Steve Petrella

Oklahoma's Baker Mayfield wins award for nation's top former walk-on

Baker Mayfield won't be headed to New York for the Heisman Trophy ceremony, but picked up his first honor of awards season on Monday night.

Steve Petrella

Derrick Henry, Deshaun Watson, Christian McCaffrey named Heisman finalists

The three finalists for the 2015 Heisman Trophy were announced Monday evening and Alabama running back Derrick Henry tops the list.

Ron Clements

University of Maryland president proposes renaming Byrd Stadium

Wallace D. Loh recommended the change because the stadium's namesake held racist and segregationist views.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Talking about Cam Newton makes Gus Malzahn smile

The Auburn coach is dealing with hiring a defensive coordinator for the second time in two seasons on the heels of a disappointing season. But ask about his former QB and that goes away, at least briefly.

Ken Bradley

Sooners QB Baker Mayfield gives Dabo Swinney a Johnny Manziel nightmare

The Orange Bowl is a rematch of Clemson's bowl blowout last year, but neither high-octane QB this season played in that game.

Bob Hille

Kirby Smart wants Georgia to believe it can be a national power

Nick Saban's longtime defensive coordinator sounds as if he'll be bringing the Alabama "process" back to his alma mater.

Marc Lancaster

Steve Sarkisian sues USC, claims it 'kicked him to the curb' while he battled disability

Steve Sarkisian was fired in October and offensive coordinator Clay Helton took over as interim and was named head coach recently.

Jordan Heck

Will Muschamp steps into Steve Spurrier's shadow again

"Coach Spurrier raised the expectation level here, and we're going to continue pushing that," the ex-Florida coach said in Columbia, S.C.

Bob Hille

Will Muschamp uses his wife as an example of his recruiting prowess

Can Will Muschamp recruit? He asks you to look at his wife and then look at him.

Troy Machir

New USC coach Clay Helton fires defensive coordinator, three other assistants

A day after USC lost big to Stanford in the Pac-12 title game, the head coach shook up his staff.

Bob Hille

Frank Beamer's bowl streak ends where it began in Independence Bowl

The long-time coach's 23-year bowl streak will come to a fitting conclusion.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Oklahoma, forgotten in playoff rankings, has best chance at title

Oklahoma didn't get as much buzz as Friday's conference champions, but the Sooners are playing good enough football to win the national title.

Matt Hayes

Nike releases new uniforms for all four CFB Playoff teams

Nike has new uniforms for the College Football Playoff teams. We are struggling to find anything new.

Troy Machir

Playoff field: Clemson vs. Oklahoma, Michigan State vs. Alabama

Sunday's biggest surprise? Big Ten champion Michigan State climbs past Big 12 champion Oklahoma and into a semifinal matchup with Alabama.

Ken Bradley

Georgia announces Alabama DC Kirby Smart as coach

The former Bulldogs defensive back will take over for Mark Richt in Athens.

Marc Lancaster

Playoff field set: Clemson vs. Oklahoma, Michigan State vs. Alabama

The biggest surprise Sunday was that Big Ten champion Michigan State climbed past Big 12 champion Oklahoma and into a semifinal matchup with Alabama.

Ken Bradley

College Football Playoff semifinals set with Clemson, Alabama, Michigan St., Oklahoma

There was no selection-Sunday drama this year as Saturday's conference championship games solidified the top four teams.

Marc Lancaster

2015-16 bowl bids: Where is your school going bowling?

Where is your favorite school playing its bowl game this season? A look at the accepted bowl bids for the 2015-16 bowl schedule.

Bill Bender

UNC's Marquise Williams bookends stellar 2015 with second hometown heartbreak

The Tar Heels' only two losses came at Bank of American Stadium in Williams' hometown where he had five turnovers in those two losses but kept UNC fighting to the end in the ACC Championship Game.

Steve Petrella

Iowa senator Joni Ernst thought the Hawkeyes won the Big Ten championship

Iowa senator Joni Ernst may want to rethink her social media strategy.

Troy Machir

Playoff implications provide historic night of college football

How did we ever think a playoff was bad for college football?

Mike DeCourcy

College Football Week 14: Top seeds won but Saturday not without eye-opening moments

Favorites took care of business Saturday and made the selection committee's job much easier Sunday.

G McMillen, Trav...

Connor Cook made throws, lowered a shoulder when Michigan State needed it most

Even though he wasn't 100 percent, the Spartans QB wasn't going to let this one slip away — it's the reason he returned to school.

Bill Bender

Four in, four out: Committee could deal one last dig at Big 12, drop Sooners to No. 4

Expect Clemson, Alabama, Michigan State and Oklahoma to be headed to the four-team playoff.

Matt Hayes

In familiar position, Michigan State plays like champions

From its win against Michigan to beating Ohio State, the Spartans are not stranger to close games. Championship teams find ways to win and Michigan State enters the playoff capable of beating anyone.

Bill Bender

Connor Cook says he did not mean to disrespect Archie Griffin

Michigan State quarterback Connor Cook appeared to brush off two-time Heisman Trophy winner Archie Griffin while accepting the Big Ten Championship MVP trophy.

Jordan Greer

UNC coach Larry Fedora pulling for Clemson to win national title

SEC teams often support each other in the postseason to prove that there's no better conference in the country. At least one ACC coach has done the same for his league.

Steve Petrella

UNC coach Larry Fedora on onside kick offsides call: 'They were wrong'

Referees flagged North Carolina for offsides on an onside kick at the end of Saturday's ACC Championship Game between Clemson and the Tar Heels, a 45-37 Tigers' victory. UNC was clearly onside.

Steve Petrella

South Carolina announces Auburn DC Will Muschamp as coach

Before this past season at Auburn, Muschamp was head coach at Florida from 2011-14

Travis Durkee

North Carolina misses chance to tie Clemson after terrible offsides call

North Carolina had a chance for a game-tying drive taken away after referees incorrectly ruled a Tar Heels player was offsides.

Jordan Greer

Best team in football? No doubt it's ACC champion Clemson

So much for all those what-if scenarios. Clemson takes care of business with a mile-a-minute offense and defense that makes crucial stops when needed.

Matt Hayes

Rodriguez turns down South Carolina

Rodriguez, 52, has a 32-20 record in four seasons at Arizona including a 6-6 mark this year.

Travis Durkee

Michigan State scores in final seconds to claim Big Ten title

L.J. Scott scores with 27 seconds left in the game as Michigan State rallies past Iowa.

Bill Bender

Security guards slam, punch fans after Houston defeats Temple in AAC title game

Security guards got physical with several Houston fans who rushed the field after the Cougars defeated Temple in the American Athletic Conference Championship game on Saturday.

Jordan Greer

North Texas announces hire of UNC's Seth Littrell during ACC Championship

Littrell, 37, has been at UNC the past two seasons under Larry Fedora.

Travis Durkee

Dabo Swinney chews out Clemson punter after botched fake

Dabo Swinney would really like you to know that he didn’t call a fake punt in the second quarter of Saturday’s ACC Championship Game. Like, really wants you to know.

Steve Petrella

Kirby Smart sticking with Alabama through playoff, says Alabama safety

Though it isn’t official, we all know Alabama defensive coordinator is the next head coach at Georgia.

Travis Durkee

Watch Michigan State save interception off player's back

Demetrious Cox scoops a loose ball off the back of teammate Riley Bullough as Iowa was deep in the Spartans' red zone.

Bill Bender

Do not offer to help USC's JuJu Smith-Schuster get up

An important lesson for all you kids out there: If you practice good sportsmanship, you're going to get smacked in the face.

Jordan Greer

McCaffrey breaks NCAA record

McCaffrey entered the game needing 216 rushing, receiving and return yards to pass Sanders.

Travis Durkee

It's time Alabama gets tested in way the SEC (besides Ole Miss) can't

Alabama's back-to-back SEC titles are nice, but none of their recent opponents attack the Tide's biggest weakness the way their playoff opponent will.

Matt Hayes

Reggie Bush hypes up Trojans before Pac-12 championship game

The former Trojan superstar was able to associate with USC since it was a Pac-12 event.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Watch Nick Saban go ballistic after Tony Brown penalty

Alabama's Tony Brown was flagged for a block in the back near the end of the first half and the Crimson Tide coach was not happy with him.

Ken Bradley

Texas avoids collapse, holds off short-handed Baylor

Texas hasn't had a banner 2015. But they have something to hang their hat on with their upset of Baylor.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Baylor WR Corey Coleman to enter NFL Draft

A semifinalist for the Maxwell Award, Coleman finished the regular season with 67 receptions for 1,314 yards and 20 TDs.

Joe Rodgers

Joey Logano misses TV time but shares college football upset picks

Inclement weather prevents Joey Logano's plane from landing for his appearance on ESPN's College GameDay, so he makes his picks via Twitter.

Joe Rodgers

Colts owner Irsay completes Beatles collection, buys Ringo Starr's drum set

Colts owner Jim Irsay spent $2.2 million Friday to add one of Ringo Starr's drum sets to his growing collection of music memorabilia.

Arthur Weinstein

Larry Fedora gets 7-year deal to stay at UNC, report says

North Carolina head coach Larry Fedora will remain on the Tar Heels' sidelines for at least the next seven years.

Joe Rodgers

Report: Ohio State DC Chris Ash close to becoming Rutgers' coach

Ohio State may lose its second coordinator in as many years if Chris Ash decides to head to Piscataway.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Urban Meyer shoots down rumors about Browns coaching job

Urban Meyer says he's happy at Ohio State, but a report says the Browns plan to make a huge offer to lure the coach.

Arthur Weinstein

Texas, Baylor break out fight moves in sideline-clearing melee

One Texas player showed off his karate moves in a sideline-clearing fight with Baylor.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Report: Syracuse will hire Bowling Green's Dino Babers as coach

Syracuse will reportedly name Dino Babers as its new coach, with an announcement possibly coming as early as Saturday.

Arthur Weinstein

Report: North Carolina OC Seth Littrell to be named North Texas coach

The coordinator for one of the hottest offenses in the country may be heading to North Texas.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Follow the Big Ten leaders Dantonio, Ferentz is game more FBS teams should play

Kirk Ferentz and Mark Dantonio proved stability leads to success at Iowa and Michigan State, respectively. Why don't more schools follow the model?

Bill Bender

Former Wisconsin FB Cecil Martin gives back on championship weekend

The former Wisconsin fullback wanted to give back for the opportunities he received in school.

Bill Bender

Bronco Mendenhall announced as Virginia coach

The longtime BYU coach has accepted the same position at Virginia.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Mario Lemieux, Pirates, others show support for James Conner

James Conner is as good a running back as he is a young man. So there's no reason why the city of Pittsburgh and the rest of the college football community wouldn't be behind him as he battles Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Steve Petrella

The ugly side of firing a college football coach

It's easy to get caught up in all the college football coaches being fired this time of year. But there's a human and emotional side to a coach losing his job

Kevin L. Burke

If Will Muschamp gets South Carolina job, he wants Marcus Lattimore on staff

Auburn defensive coordinator Will Muschamp reportedly is working behind the scenes to build a staff in case he gets the vacant South Carolina position.

Gabrielle McMillen

Worth a shot: 19-year-old Rutgers student applies to be football coach

The sophomore thinks he has what it takes to coach the Scarlet Knights — and a lot of publicity would come with it.

Gabrielle McMillen

Pitt star RB James Conner diagnosed with cancer; survival rate high

A university doctor said the survival rate for Conner's disease is between 85 and 95 percent. While he will be back at Pitt, Conner said whether or not he takes the field against is "up to God."

Steve Petrella

Stunned Michigan fan also a Lions fan

The state of Michigan may have found a common thread in two of its teams' biggest losses.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Houston's Tom Herman agrees to contract extension, pay raise

The first-year coach impressed enough people to get a raise and contract extension.

Zac Al-Khateeb

After being contacted multiple times over the years, Mark Richt returns home

Former Georgia coach Mark Richt is welcomed as Miami's next head football coach.

Jordan Heck

East Carolina fires Ruffin McNeill after six seasons, 42-34 record

In six seasons at his alma mater, Ruffin McNeill was 42-34, but his Pirates finished 5-7 this season.

Ken Bradley

Deja vu: Richard Rodgers’ father played key role in Stanford-Cal’s ‘The Play’

Long before Richard Rodgers caught the incredible game-winner for the Packers, his dad starred in one of the greatest plays of all time.

Arthur Weinstein

LSU reportedly negotiated with Jimbo Fisher to replace Les Miles

LSU reportedly negotiated with Florida State's Jimbo Fisher to replace the embattled Les Miles, but LSU officials were worried about money.

Arthur Weinstein

Dead STP frontman Scott Weiland's impassioned letter begging Charlie Weis to stay at Notre Dame

Scott Weiland was a huge Notre Dame fan, and once wrote to Charlie Weis begging him to stay at Notre Dame.

Troy Machir

Missouri promotes DC Barry Odom to head coach

Missouri didn't have to go far to find its new football coach.

Ron Clements

Arizona State OC Mike Norvell hired as Memphis coach

Norvell has been at ASU since 2012. He would succeed Justin Fuente, who left to become head coach at Virginia Tech.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Navy willing to fly Reynolds

Reynolds has 25 total touchdowns (19 rushing, six passing) this season.

Travis Durkee

USC talking with Rodriguez

Before Arizona, Rodriguez had FBS stints at Michigan and West Virginia.

Travis Durkee

Mark Richt won't coach Georgia bowl game as Miami announcement looms

Richt is set to be introduced as Miami's new coach on Friday and will turn his attentions to the Hurricanes.

Gabrielle McMillen

Muschamp to South Carolina?

The Auburn defensive coordinator could have a second shot at head coaching in the SEC.

Gabrielle McMillen

Auburn commit Tashawn Manning diagnosed with leukemia

The 6-4, 260-pound defensive tackle stayed strong and determined as he underwent his first chemotherapy treatment last Friday.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Miami to introduce Mark Richt as coach Friday morning

Miami will introduce its 24th coach in school history Friday morning at 10 a.m. There's no reason to believe that coach won't be Mark Richt.

Steve Petrella

Miami will win big under motivated Mark Richt

Two things, more than anything, rule the current state of college football: coaches who can recruit, and coaches who are innovators on offense. Miami might just have stumbled upon seismic change.

Matt Hayes

Clemson creates Heisman résumé for QB Deshaun Watson

Watson has completed 70.4 percent of his passes for 3,223 yards and 27 touchdowns for the No. 1 Tigers.

Travis Durkee

Iowa, Michigan State prove old-school football still best path to Big Ten title

Iowa and Michigan State proved that old-school football still has a place in the Big Ten this year.

Bill Bender

Would Rose Bowl snub a one-loss Iowa team?

If Michigan State wins the Big Ten Championship, the Rose Bowl isn't obligated to take a 12-1 Iowa team, and Ohio State (11-1) is lurking.

Bob Hille

Homeless former UNC football player killed riding bike into oncoming traffic

Ryan Hoffman, mentally ill and living on the streets of Florida, died Nov. 16 at age 41.

Brandon Schlager

Nick Saban deflects to Coca-Cola bottle when asked about Kirby Smart

Kirby Smart is probably leaving Alabama for Georgia, but Nick Saban doesn't want to talk about it.

Caroline Sikes

FSU sorority flag football phenom shows off sick moves in new highlight reel

You might remember her crazy viral play last year, but it has nothing on this video.

Caroline Sikes

Reports: Mark Richt returning to Miami, but no confirmation yet

It looks like Mark Richt-to-Miami is close to becoming reality just days after he and Georgia parted ways.

Ken Bradley

Hines Ward has the 'itch' to join Kirby Smart's staff at Georgia

The former Steelers wide receiver played at Georgia from 1994-97.

Gabrielle McMillen

Michigan defensive coordinator D.J. Durkin to be Maryland coach, report says

Durkin will replace Randy Edsall, who was fired October 11 after starting the season 2-4 and compiling a 22-33 record with the Terrapins.

Colleen Thomas

Clemson student found dead after falling from Memorial Stadium stands

An 18-year-old Clemson freshman was found dead Tuesday after falling 120 feet from the south stands at Memorial Stadium.

Travis Durkee

Ex-Cal coach Jeff Tedford resigns from CFL job, seeks return to college ranks

Tedford, who coached Aaron Rodgers and Marshawn Lynch during his 11 years at Cal, spent one season with the BC Lions.

Marc Lancaster

Report: Mark Richt Miami's top choice, but he's made no decision

The former UGA coach must choose whether to continue coaching; it he doesn't, then Mississippi State's Dan Mullen is Miami's No. 2 pick.

Bob Hille

Navy accuses ESPN of trying to sink Keenan Reynolds' Heisman fan vote

Fans who want to vote for Navy QB Keenan Reynolds will have to manually enter his name into the ESPN Heisman fan ballot.

Joe Rodgers

First-and-10: What if Ohio State finds way into playoff without playing Saturday?

Several plays made a huge impact on the College Football Playoff situation and the Buckeyes could have the selection committee on the spot after Saturday's games.

Matt Hayes

South Carolina still pursuing Bama’s Kirby Smart, adds Oklahoma’s Lincoln Riley to mix

Riley, at age 32, would be the youngest head coach in FBS if South Carolina pulled the trigger.

Travis Durkee

Minnesota's Peter Mortell names himself Big Ten 'Holder of the Year'

The Big Ten gives out an award for the conference's best return man. It's time holders got some love.

Steve Petrella

WKU OC Tyson Helton drawing interest at Georgia, elsewhere, report says

It's hard not to get noticed when the offense you run puts up video game numbers.

Steve Petrella

Georgia to name Alabama DC Kirby Smart new football coach, reports say

Smart's hiring is expected to be announced a day or two after Alabama plays Florida for the SEC championship in Atlanta.

Ron Clements

Mark Richt: Georgia's next governor?

Former Bulldogs coach Mark Richt reportedly is being recruited by Georgia Republicans to run for office in 2018.

Gabrielle McMillen

Nebraska player's tip for trash-talking server? Don't trash talk my team

The Nebraska receiver refused to tip a server who trash-talked his team, choosing instead to send a message of his own.

Steven J. Gaither

Southern University's incredible rendition of Adele's 'Hello' will give you chills

Just wait for the horns to kick in at the chorus.

Caroline Sikes

Lauren Hill, O.J. Brigance to be honored with 2016 NCAA Inspiration Award

Hill died in April after fulfilling her dream of playing college basketball to raise money for cancer awareness.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Jimbo Fisher says he's not leaving Florida State for Georgia

Jimbo Fisher confirms he will stay at Florida State as Georgia coaching rumors swirl with the firing of Mark Richt.

Joe Rodgers

Mark Richt expected to meet with his alma mater, Miami, about vacancy

The former Georgia coach is a wanted commodity and schools are lining up to gauge his interest.

Ken Bradley

UCF hires Oregon offensive coordinator Scott Frost as new coach

The former Nebraska QB, 40, played for and has coached with a who's who of the game's big names, including Bill Walsh and Tom Osborne.

Bob Hille

Florida seniors to decide fate of troubled wideout Demarcus Robinson

Robinson has 47 catches for 505 yards and two touchdowns this season.

Travis Durkee

Mark Richt meeting with Maryland, report says

Richt is reportedly set to meet with Maryland about the Terrapins head coaching job as early as Tuesday

Travis Durkee

Colin Cowherd crushes SEC for 'living totally off reputation'

On Monday's edition of "The Herd," Cowherd went on a six-minute rant about people giving the SEC the benefit of the doubt "based on the previous eight years."

Jordan Greer

Ohio State's Mike Thomas not impressed with Alabama's resume

Ohio State wide receiver Mike Thomas doesn't see why Alabama is ranked ahead of the Buckeyes.

Jordan Greer

Missouri won't seek permission to play in bowl game

Even though it ended the season with a 5-7 record, Missouri was in line to receive a bowl invitation based on its APR.

Ron Clements

USC players are thrilled Clay Helton is their head coach

Watch USC players react to finding out from AD Pat Haden that Clay Helton is their new head coach.

Ken Bradley

You might cry watching Rice RB thank his coach

The senior running back was brought to tears as he thanked his coach for believing in him in a heartwarming speech.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Tom Herman has 'agreed in principle' to new Houston deal but door still open to leave

The Cougars are prepared to more than double their coach's salary, but higher-profile suitors lurk.

Marc Lancaster

Conference championship schedule: Dates, times, TV, online streaming info

Conference title games begin Friday and continue through Saturday with playoff spots at stake.

Bill Bender

Mark Richt: 'No doubt' he'll consider another coaching job

The longtime Georgia coach vowed to be more hands-on with quarterbacks and play-calling if he does return to the sidelines.

Marc Lancaster

USC names Clay Helton head coach after winning five of last six games

Pat Haden said Clay Helton earned the full-time job and that USC can win championships with him.

Ken Bradley

College football Week 14 schedule: Times, dates, TV

Here are all the conference championship times.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Week 14 Bowl Projections: Will Iowa or Michigan State claim Big Ten playoff spot?

Week 14 bowl projections are in. Who are our picks for the four College Football Playoff spots?

Bill Bender

Elite 11 QB Feleipe Franks commits to Florida after bailing on LSU

The No. 5-rated pocket passer could compete for playing time amid Will Grier's absence and the Gators' struggles with Treon Harris at QB.

Bob Hille

Justin Fuente confirmed as Virginia Tech coach

Virginia Tech confirmed Memphis' Justin Fuente as its new coach Sunday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Mark Richt's legacy won't be defined by his win-loss record

Mark Richt is more than a good coach for the Georgia Bulldogs.

Matt Hayes

Rutgers fires coach Kyle Flood, AD Julie Hermann

The Scarlet Knights made a change in leadership after a scandal-ridden 2015 football season.

Scott Ridge

Mark Richt, Georgia 'mutually agree' to part ways

Despite winning nine games this year and averaging nearly 10 wins per season over his 15 years at Georgia, the school fired Mark Richt.

Ron Clements

Report: Mike London out as Virginia coach

The Cavaliers coach agreed to a buyout, ending his tenure at UVA, ESPN reported.

Scott Ridge

Report: LSU-Michigan 'strong' consideration for Citrus Bowl

The Citrus Bowl might see a pair of former Michigan players coaching against each other.

Scott Ridge

Les Miles speaks candidly about reports of demise at LSU

The LSU coach admitted the last two weeks were difficult, as speculation swirled about his tenure in Baton Rouge.

Scott Ridge

College Football Week 13: Marquee wins for Ohio State, Stanford may be too little, too late

Rivalry Week was good to Ohio State and Stanford, but their big late-season wins might not be enough to vault them into the playoff.

G McMillen, Trav...

Michigan left with 'ground to cover' after Ohio State blowout

Michigan fell to 9-3 in Jim Harbaugh's first season. They struggled running the ball against Ohio State and need more playmakers on the offensive side of the ball.

Bill Bender

It's time Notre Dame joins conference, eliminates need for annual perfection

If the Irish were part of a conference, a title game still could provide more to play for, including a shot at getting into the College Football Playoff.

Matt Hayes

LSU AD: Les Miles is our football coach

It was speculated all week that the LSU coach could be fired despite 11 straight seasons at LSU with at least eight wins every year.

Ken Bradley

Watch Stanford's final-play field goal end Notre Dame's playoff hopes

Conrad Ukropina is perfect on a 45-yarder as the game ends, giving the Cardinal a 38-36 victory.

Ken Bradley

Alabama's greatest back, Derrick Henry, steamrolling his way to Heisman Trophy

Even Nick Saban is impressed with 6-3, 245-pound Derrick Henry. "My hat is off to him as a competitor," Saban says.

Ken Bradley

Ezekiel Elliott is trolling Ezekiel Elliott

The Ohio State running back was watching Derrick Henry's Iron Bowl carry count closely.

Nick Birdsong

Former Penn State players critical of team, James Franklin after loss to Michigan State

Former Penn State QB and current ESPN analyst Todd Blackledge called Penn State's effort under Franklin "downright embarrassing."

Steve Petrella

Watch Auburn score on another long, tipped pass, this time against Alabama

On third down, Jeremy Johnson hooks up with Jason Smith for a 77-yard score that was anything but normal.

Ken Bradley

Crazy thing happened in Ann Arbor: Buckeyes played like champions

A week after losing to Michigan State, Ohio State played its best game against Michigan in Jim Harbaugh's first game as coach in the rivalry.

Bill Bender

Michigan State WR Aaron Burbridge makes incredible spin moves on TD run

This was something straight out of a video game.

Steve Petrella

Rickie Fowler has close call with shotgun on College GameDay

Rickie Fowler's passion for Oklahoma State runs deep, but even he ducked for cover when Lee Corso picked the Cowboys on College GameDay.

Alec Brzezinski

You want to see Frank Beamer dance, you really do

In his final regular season game as Virginia Tech coach, Frank Beamer enjoys it in the locker room.

Ken Bradley

Toledo's Matt Campbell reportedly set to take Iowa State coaching job

Iowa State is reportedly set to make a deal with Toledo's Matt Campbell to fill the Cyclones' coaching vacancy.

Arthur Weinstein

Cam Newton to Alabama fan: 'I'll slap the s--- out of you.'

An Alabama fan brought up the pay-for-play controversy that surrounded Cam Newton when he was at Auburn. Newton had a strong response.

Jordan Greer

VaTech to hire Justin Fuente

Multiple outlets are reporting that the Memphis coach will keep coordinators Bud Foster and Shane Beamer on the Hokies staff.

Bob Hille

Jake Rudock injures shoulder on hard tackle from Joey Bosa

Quarterback Jake Rudock left the game in the fourth quarter after injuring his left shoulder.

Colleen Thomas

Memphis QB Paxton Lynch's epic first half: 7 TD passes to 7 receivers

Braxton Lynch had seven touchdown passes on nine completions en route to a 56-0 halftime lead over SMU.

Bob Hille

Cal, Hawaii to open 2016 season in Australia

The two teams will meet Aug. 27 in Sydney's ANZ Stadium for the first college football game played in Australia since 1987.

Gabrielle McMillen

Florida State honors Frank Beamer in local paper

Florida State bought an ad in Virginia Tech's local paper to honor Hokies coach Frank Beamer.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Southern Miss WR Mike Thomas makes absurd one-handed catch for TD

Thomas channeled his inner Odell Beckham to give Southern Miss a 21-3 lead over Louisiana Tech Saturday.

Steve Petrella

Illinois signs interim coach Bill Cubit to two-year deal

Cubit, Illinois' interim head coach this season, has led the Illini to a 5-6 record, one win away from bowl eligibility.

Gabrielle McMillen

Lee Corso pulls out pistols, rifle to pick Oklahoma State

Lee Corso and firearms? Sure, why not?

Jordan Greer

Jimbo Fisher tells FSU president he has no intentions of leaving, report says

Is LSU running Les Miles out of town without a successor already lined up? If it wants Jimbo Fisher to be the guy, that seems to be the case, according to the Palm Beach Post.

Steve Petrella

NCAA denies Syracuse QB Terrel Hunt's bid for sixth season

Syracuse quarterback Terrel Hunt's college career is over after having his waiver to play a sixth season denied by the NCAA.

Arthur Weinstein

Tulane fires coach Curtis Johnson after four seasons

Tulane has fired coach Curtis Johnson after the Green Wave went 3-9 this year, including 1-7 mark in the AAC.

Gabrielle McMillen

Deion Sanders wins $2.2 million in defamation lawsuit against ex-wife

The former NFL cornerback won more than $2.2 million from his ex-wife, Pilar, after she publicly claimed she was a victim of domestic abuse.

Gabrielle McMillen

Bedlam rivalry brings out the best in 'College GameDay' signs

It's Rivalry Week. Let's rip each other's teams with signs.

Jordan Greer

Remember this? Auburn trolls Tide with memories of Kick Six

Alabama is a heavy favorite in today's Iron Bowl against Auburn, but Tiger students and the university are pulling out all stops to motivate the team and fans.

Jeremy Henderson

When Baylor finally reaches playoff field, it's going to be lots of fun

The 2015 season was not to be for Baylor. From injuries to QBs Seth Russell and Jarrett Stidham to Friday's loss in a driving rain storm against TCU, the Bears are left to wonder "what if" and begin thinking about 2016.

Ken Bradley

Jim Harbaugh thanks rap group Migos for supporting Michigan

The Dab Kings are encouraging Michigan players to hit their famous dance move whenever they score.

Steven J. Gaither

WATCH: Nebraska's Nate Gerry ejected for targeting after brutal hit

Nebraska's leading defensive back was ejected after brutally smashing into Iowa wide receiver Tevaun Smith.

Gabrielle McMillen

Group of 5 teams in New Year's Six depleted with Navy, Toledo losses

The chances of seeing a Group of 5 team in one of the New Year's Six bowls just got smaller with Navy and Toledo's losses on Friday.

Gabrielle McMillen

Les Miles braces for what might be his final game at LSU

Rumors and speculation swirl around LSU as Les Miles prepares to coach what many believe will be his final game as head coach of the Tigers.

Jordan Heck

Penn State settlements of Sandusky claims balloon to $93 million

An audit shows a more than $30 million increase over previous reports of settlements with victims of child sexual abuse by the former coach.

Bob Hille

Report: Nation's leading passer out for No. 20 Wazzu at Washington

Redshirt freshman QB Peyton Bender will make his first career start for No. 20 Washington State in the Apple Cup.

Bob Hille

Ohio governor asks residents to avoid khakis, letter 'M' ahead of Michigan-Ohio State game

Ohio governor John Kasich does not support Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh's khakis.

Jordan Greer

Trolls, tweets and one receipt aside, TCU swears there's no 61-58 score to settle

The score from last year's Big 12 showdown has been a hot topic — until Friday, the two teams agree.

Bob Hille

Watch Jameis Winston's accuser tell her story in 'The Hunting Ground'

Erica Kinsman tells her story in a video released by makers of "The Hunting Ground."

Jordan Heck

'Hunting Ground' gives CNN a bump

Aired despite legal threats from Jameis Winston's attorney, the film drew 10 percent more key viewers than four previous Sundays on CNN.

Bob Hille

Bar's 15,000 free beers on 0-12 UCF

Orlando's The Basement promised free beer until UCF won when the Knights were 0-4, but they finished the season 0-12 on Thursday.

Bob Hille

UCF completes winless season with blowout loss to USF

Two seasons ago, the Central Florida football team was peaking after a win over No. 6 Baylor in the Fiesta Bowl. Things have changed rather quickly for the Knights.

Ron Clements

Washington coach Chris Petersen signs two-year extension

Petersen is in his second year with the Huskies after taking over for Steve Sarkisian in December 2013.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Petersen signs two-year extension

Petersen is in his second year with the Huskies after taking over for Steve Sarkisian in December 2013.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Curtis Johnson reportedly out at Tulane; Rob Ryan could be candidate

Tulane head coach Curtis Johnson is expected to be fired following his team's game on Friday.

Jordan Heck

Wazzu's Mike Leach draws up passing play for your Thanksgiving football game

He even walks you through the three progressions on the play.

Steve Petrella

Miles comforts emotional LSU fans

Tigers fans express their concern about reports of Miles leaving LSU after the season.

Scott Ridge

Florida State official: 20 rape claims made against football players in past 9 years

A former director of FSU's victim advocate program claims preferential treatment was given to football players accused of crimes.

Brandon Schlager

Ohio State-Michigan football tradition to be banned after student dies

Ohio State will end the traditional student-led Mirror Lake jump following the death of a participant early Wednesday morning.

Joe Rodgers

Baylor QB Jarrett Stidham out for the season

Baylor will move forward with third-string quarterback Chris Johnson, who threw for 138 yards and scored three touchdowns Saturday.

Kirstie Chiappelli

Tom Herman out, Kirby Smart front-runner at South Carolina, reports say

The hunt for Steve Spurrier's successor is in full swing at South Carolina.

Joe Rodgers

No arrests made after investigation into alleged sexual assault at Nebraska players' house

A woman told police she was forced to have intercourse at the home shared by quarterback Tommy Armstrong and receiver Jordan Westerkamp.

Joe Rodgers

Michigan-Ohio State rivalry's greatness lies in the details

Michigan and Ohio State revive their rivalry on Saturday. Why is this rivalry so timeless? That lies in the details

Bill Bender

NCAA counts Cal's win over FCS team; Bears now bowl eligible

The NCAA granted Cal's request to count its season-opening win over Grambling State toward bowl eligibility.

Joe Rodgers

Kyle Davis, No. 1 WR in class of 2016, commits to Auburn

The Lawrenceville, Ga., product chose the Tigers over just about everywhere — Georgia, Alabama, Florida, Ohio State, Notre Dame, Texas A&M, among them.

Steve Petrella

First-and-10: 'What-if' playoff scenarios in Big Ten should come with warning label

Things in the Big Ten could get complicated. But that's not the only league with possible playoff complications. A look at each Power 5 conference and Notre Dame.

Matt Hayes

Jim Harbaugh uses nuts, hammer and Schembechler's grave to prepare for Buckeyes

The Ohio State Buckeyes stand no chance now that Harbaugh created some crazy new Michigan tradition.

Caroline Sikes

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