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Fernando Mendoza’s Mother Sends Emotional Message to Curt Cignetti’s Indiana Amid QB’s $57M Raiders Move: “So Grateful”

The unbreakable bond between former Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza and his mother, Elsa Mendoza, has been one of the most inspiring storylines in sports. Elsa was the reason Mendoza chose the Hoosiers over Georgia and Miami. While Indiana fans will always be grateful she pushed him, Elsa has now also developed a special relationship with […] The post Fernando Mendoza’s Mother Sends Emotional Message to Curt Cignetti’s Indiana Amid QB’s $57M Raiders Move: “So Grateful” appeared first on Essentia...

9 best transfers in college football for 2026

The transfer portal has become one of the quickest ways for college football teams to improve. A single transfer can solve a glaring weakness, help a struggling program get back on track or turn a strong team into a serious…

Northwestern’s David Braun making the most of an opportunity

He’s the second youngest head coach in the Big Ten at 41. He’s just .500 over three seasons at 19-19. But, he’s taken his team to two bowl games, winning both. He also went 4-8 in the season between those bowl games, finishing 16th in an 18-team Big Ten. A work in progress. For a […]

“Beat the S–t Out of This Kid”: CU Buffs Alum Loses Cool After Colorado Transfer’s Subtle Jab at Deion Sanders’ Program

Colorado is trying to move forward after a tough 2025 season, but one former player has already dragged the program back into the conversation before the new year even gets rolling. Former Colorado defensive tackle Tawfiq Thomas posted a photo in Georgia Tech gear in front of a poster featuring the Yellow Jackets’ 27-20 win […] The post “Beat the S–t Out of This Kid”: CU Buffs Alum Loses Cool After Colorado Transfer’s Subtle Jab at Deion Sanders’ Program appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Former Michigan Hockey player Jack Johnson joins Ohio State women’s staff

Avert your eyes, Michigan Hockey fans — program legend Jack Johnson was recently hired to be the associate head coach of the Ohio State women’s hockey program, the team’s social media account announced this week. Johnson, 39, starred for the Wolverines under head coach Red Berenson during the 2005-06 and 2006-07 campaigns. He earned first […]

Storm Cellar: BILLY EDWARDS JR. is the new QB for UNC and BILL BELICHICK

Billy Edwards Jr. is expected to be the starting quarterback for the UNC Tar Heels in 2026. Bill Belichick and the Heels have moved on from Gio Lopez (now at Wake Forest) and will focus on the former Wisconsin and Maryland QB. Edwards is a three-star transfer and former three-star prep out of Virginia. Edwards […]

“Calls Were Being Made”: Paul Finebaum Reveals Alabama Boosters Considered $63M Decision About Kalen DeBoer

Kalen DeBoer has to be the only head coach to suffer back-to-back four-loss seasons in his first two years as Alabama’s head coach and not get fired. However, Paul Finebaum recently revealed that DeBoer was on thin ice after losing the season opener to the Florida State Seminoles, who later finished 5-7. During one of […] The post “Calls Were Being Made”: Paul Finebaum Reveals Alabama Boosters Considered $63M Decision About Kalen DeBoer appeared first on EssentiallySports .

‘The Cardinal Countdown: 42 Days Until Kickoff’

RHYS DORSEY #42 Height: 5’11”  Weight: 195lb Position: WR Class: Freshman Hometown: Madison, AL Summary: That boy fast. Dorsey has been a speedster since birth, and came out so fast his mom couldn’t even get another vowel in his name before they signed the birth certificate and he bolted out of the hospital doors, running […]

2026 Season Opener Countdown: 49 Days Remaining

Here at Cat Scratch Reader we have counted down the final 100 days leading up to the Carolina Panthers season opener by for at least the past ten years. We’ve always done this by highlighting the current player on the roster whose jersey number matches the day on the countdown. This year, we decided to […]

Checking in on the Big Ten’s Flex Protect XVIII scheduling model

For whatever reason, I have always been fascinated with the administrative side of college athletics. No, not NIL budgeting and HR policies, but things like the Big Ten’s television contracts (evergreen FYI: FOX does not get first dibs at picking the Big Noon Saturday game every week). Another exciting (read: nerdy) element of college football […]

Sunday Patriots Notes: Offense looking for increased urgency

The New England Patriots’ training camp is underway. And while the first session was ultimately relatively uneventful, it was a first dipping of the toes into the 2026 waters for players, fans and media alike. The tempo and intensity will obviously increase in the coming days and weeks, especially following the introduction of full pads. […]

2026 TCU Countdown to Kickoff: 34 Days Until Horned Frog Football

TCU football is moving closer to its 2026 season opener against North Carolina in Dublin, Ireland on Aug. 29. As the Countdown to Kickoff continues, we’ll highlight a former Horned Frog whose jersey number coincided with the number of days remaining until the opener. At No. 34 is former TCU running back Ed Wesley! Wesley […]

When Tim Beckman Unveiled the 2015 Illini Football Version of “W.I.N.T.”

With Big Ten Media Days this week, we flashback and re-up some of the most memorable moments from past talking seasons. This Bo Pelini post originally ran on July 28, 2014.  On Thursday, Illini football coach Tim Beckman spoke publicly for the first time since allegations of abuse were made public. He had the perfect platform to […] The post When Tim Beckman Unveiled the 2015 Illini Football Version of “W.I.N.T.” appeared first on The Sports Bank .

Virginia Tech football: Answering 4 questions about the 2026 Hokies

College football is almost here. The Virginia Tech Hokies will begin fall camp in less than two weeks. And while there is excitement in and around Blacksburg for every season, this one is a bit different. You can thank new head coach James Franklin. However, Virginia Tech’s financial commitment spearheaded everything, including Franklin’s hiring. The […]

I Prefer Not To Speak: 26 Jul. 2026

Welcome to The Daily Merengue — a place where you can feel free to discuss all things football. Do not be alarmed by the overt RMCF bias. It’s in the name! Shoutout to the Mods who do a fantastic job, Valyrian Steel, Ezek XI, KungFuZizou, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, and Juninho. I Prefer Not To Speak No Words. Yesterday, […]