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Because soon it will be Saturday, we look back at how Iowa State outlasted Oklahoma in a 37-30 thriller, amassing 417 total yards (to Oklahoma’s 414 yards) in a battle under the lights at Jack Trice Stadium. Brock Purdy was the engine of the offense, throwing for 254 yards – including a massive 65-yard touchdown […]
We’re just 42 days away from the return of Penn State football. 42 in the Penn State football sense can only mean one name: Michael freakin’ Mauti. Mauti had a banner career in Happy Valley, being a three-year starter at linebacker despite battling three knee injuries during his career as a Nittany Lion. He totaled […]
Manuel will step down at the end of 2026.
I may not be right, but I’m never wrong; and I don’t write stupid stuff like other sites! First, let’s be clear, up front, and honest: SHI Stadium is in no way the “best” Big Ten stadium. It isn’t the biggest, the loudest, or the one with the most character. Or charm. What it is, […]
We had our first Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year winner earlier in this list, as Aday Mara came in at No. 10. Now, we reach the first Big Ten Player of the Year in our offseason series ranking the Top 25 players since 1989. A key force on the national champion runner-ups in […]
With Gunner Stockton set for his second full season as Georgia’s starting quarterback, Kirby Smart has chosen to stick to the same course. Instead of splashing cash on every big-name transfer, the head coach is sticking with the players who are already in his locker room. If that plan pays off, Georgia stays in the […] The post “At Some Point, You Gotta…”: Kirby Smart Puts Gunner Stockton in Tough Spot Over Old Recruiting Habits – Report appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Nick Saban says Lane Kiffin may be about to take one of his most infamous records. Speaking on The Pat McAfee Show, Saban joked that Kiffin’s return to Ole Miss could top even the hostile welcome he got at LSU. “One record I’m going to relinquish, which I’m a little bit disappointed about, is when […] The post “Disappointed”: Nick Saban Predicts Lane Kiffin Will Break One of His Most Infamous Records appeared first on EssentiallySports .
TRENT CARTER #43 Height: 6’3” Weight: 225lb Position: LB Class: RS Sophomore Hometown: Jacksonville, FL Summary: Like most newcomers who play in the middle of the defense, this interior linebacker, Mr. Carter, joined the Cards a few years back and has started to cut teeth and head hunt on special teams. Primarily used in kick […]
Bill Belichick came to Chapel Hill with NFL polish and a Super Bowl resume, but college football quickly handed him a sharper lesson. That became clear in the way TarHeel247’s Andrew Jones described UNC’s early struggles, saying the staff had to step back, “look in the mirror,” and learn. “I’ve been told by multiple people […] The post “We Need to Learn”: Bill Belichick Forced to Accept Tough College Football Reality Amid Retirement Calls: Report appeared first on EssentiallySports .
In this week’s Reacts survey, we asked Hogs Haven readers to rate their confidence that this year’s big offseaon free agent signing, edge rusher Odafe Oweh, will live up to his 4-year, $96m contract in 2026. The results are unsurprising, with more than half of all respondents saying that they are ‘generally confident’, which would […]
Here’s a terrifying thought for you: one day in the distant future college football fans may forget just how amazing Brock Bowers was during his Georgia Bulldogs career. I know, it’s difficult to imagine. Bowers played three seasons of college football and was named All-SEC and All-American in each of them. He won the Mackey […]
Juventus are exploring an ambitious move for Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes as Luciano Spalletti looks to add more creativity and leadership to his squad. The 31-year-old’s Serie A experience and technical quality make him an attractive option for a club attempting to challenge for major honours again. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL […] The post Sources: Shock Euro club makes contact with the entourage of Man United star Fernandes appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Notre Dame is close to completely opening its new Jack and Kathy Shields Family Hall, and we’ve been shown glimpses of what this thing is… and it’s one billion percent incredible. The most recent glimpse is the unveiling of the Keith and Janet Sherin Locker Room and the Pat and Jana Eilers Performance Center. The […]
In less than two weeks, the Virginia Tech Hokies will finally take the field for fall camp. We’ll finally see the new-look Hokies with head coach James Franklin, along with the quick return of Brent Pry as the defensive coordinator. Before fall camp begins, let’s preview five players to watch on offense. QB Ethan Grunkemeyer […]
After months of uncertainty, a major update has finally arrived on Andrew Babalola, and it matters beyond Ann Arbor, especially for Kyle Whittingham. The highly rated offensive tackle, seen as a potential Michigan starter before his injury, is now back to full health ahead of the 2026 season. Michigan great Jake Butt reacted quickly to […] The post Kyle Whittingham Gets Massive Update on Potential Michigan Starter After Season-Ending Injury appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Now that Brendan Sorsby’s name no longer echoes in Lubbock, the Texas Tech Red Raiders have finally decided to make their new QB1 official. Sorsby’s exit left a massive, multi-million-dollar gap in the QB room, but head coach Joey McGuire has placed his faith fully in Will Hammond to take over the reins for the […] The post Joey McGuire’s Texas Tech Names Brendan Sorsby Replacement appeared first on EssentiallySports .
We’re back with Episode 836 as some schedule news and team updates had us reacting on a Friday morning! Donald and Jason start off with the reports that the Duke-Michigan game has been canceled due to the dispute Fox and the Big Ten had with Amazon Prime broadcasting the game. Instead, Duke will reportedly face […]
LeBron James has spent 23 seasons building an NBA legacy, but his 2026 salary has created an unexpected comparison. According to On3 NIL valuations, eight college football players are projected to make more than his $3.88 million paycheck. That sounds strange, but the numbers are real in one sense and estimated in another. LeBron’s salary […] The post 8 College Football Players Will Make More Money Than LeBron James in 2026 appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Texas Tech football program officially announced its new starting quarterback for the 2026 college football season on Friday. Will Hammond is the Red Raiders’ starting quarterback after the program announced the news via Texas Tech’s official X account. MORE:…
Nick Saban knows a little bit about expectations, and the SEC coaching legend revealed how Lane Kiffin should be measured in 2026. The post Nick Saban reveals what realistic expectations should be for Lane Kiffin in Year 1 appeared first on Saturday Down South .
Lane Kiffin wants to put what happened last fall behind him, and LSU players, recruits and families are helping him accomplish this. The post Lane Kiffin says messy Ole Miss departure ‘doesn’t even come up’ within LSU community appeared first on Saturday Down South .
Lane Kiffin is already operating with one of college football’s biggest NIL budgets at LSU, but he still wants the rules changed. Despite building a roster reportedly worth close to $40 million in NIL money, his concern is not the spending itself but how the system rewards newcomers before they have played a snap. Kiffin […] The post Lane Kiffin Calls for Drastic NIL Change Despite LSU’s Reported $40M Roster Investment appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The 2026 season is a month away, and college football programs are preparing their rosters in the best way. Mike Norvell and the Florida State Seminoles are not exempt from this process; however, they will be without one recruit in the 2026 class. Freshman defensive lineman Chris Carbin will not be with the Seminoles in […] The post Mike Norvell’s FSU Cuts Ties With Freshman Athlete Ahead of 2026 Season appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice? Shame on me. Win the SEC twice in a row over the teams that league media had thought would take home the trophy? Well then people decide they won’t be fooled again. The assembled voters at SEC Media Days have tabbed the Red and Black to […]
Since NIL came into existence, the NCAA has gradually lost its grip on governance. The governing body has faced hundreds of eligibility lawsuits. Every major NCAA decision, including the recent ‘five-for-five’ rule, has faced legal challenges. The only solution for the NCAA and the conferences was federal legislation granting an antitrust exemption. However, that wish […] The post College Sports Act Faces Significant Delay After Senate Announces Decision appeared first on EssentiallySports .