The Big 12 is loaded with talent, and the running back position is no exception. From upperclassmen such as OSU’s Ollie Gordon II and Texas Tech’s Tahj Brooks to up-and-comers such as West Virginia’s Jahiem White and Iowa State’s Abu Sama III, there are plenty of lethal ball carries in the conference. Here are the rankings for every projected starting …
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Rams to open camp minus new Matthew Stafford deal and questions about quarterback room
The Rams signed veteran quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo knowing he would not be able to play the first two games this season. They stuck with Stetson Bennett despite his being away from the team his rookie season. The Rams and coach Sean McVay, a master of anticipation, did not see one thing coming, however: starting quarterback Matthew Stafford making a play …
Read More »LSU CB Javien Toviano arrested on charges of recording sexual encounters without partner’s consent
Javien Toviano is suspended after an arrest on video voyeurism charges. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt, File) LSU cornerback Javien Toviano turned himself in to authorities on Sunday on charges of video voyeurism. The East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office announced Toviano’s surrender, The New Orleans Time-Picayune reports. Per the arrest warrant, Toviano is accused of recording videos of sexual encounters with a …
Read More »Here’s what the Alabama football quarterback room looks like heading into fall camp
Heading into last season, there was quite the quarterback battle on the Alabama football team. So much so, it was not revealed who would be starting Alabama’s opening game vs. Middle Tennessee until the depth chart was released prior to the season-opening contest. Jalen Milroe ended up being the primary starter for most of the season outside of the South …
Read More »How does Notre Dame football’s two-deep roster project ahead of fall training camp?
SOUTH BEND — As Notre Dame football prepares to open fall training camp on July 31, transfer stopgaps dot the two-deep roster of third-year coach Marcus Freeman. From quarterback Riley Leonard (Duke) and a trio of wideouts on offense to nickelback Jordan Clark (Arizona State) and Rod Heard II (Northwestern) in the defensive secondary, Notre Dame shopped wisely and efficiently …
Read More »Alabama football fan poll: Who is Alabama football’s biggest rival?
With Southeastern Conference Media Days wrapping up last week in Dallas, all eyes now turn to the looming college football season. The now 16-team SEC took center stage as coaches and players had the chance to talk about their teams ahead of games being played next month. The SEC welcomes Texas and Oklahoma into the league from the Big 12. …
Read More »Why this new coach will inject life into the Florida football secondary
New Florida football secondary coach Will Harris is looking to build a back end of the defense that’s physical and works together. The Florida Gators surrendered 20 pass plays of 40 yards or longer, which was worst in the SEC. Some of that had do with miscommunication in the back end, as well as being unable to tackle consistently and …
Read More »Five questions facing Rutgers football with Big Ten Media Days set to begin
It’s been a while since Rutgers football has started a season that’s been so highly anticipated as the one that’s about to begin. There are plenty of reasons for that. The Scarlet Knights are coming off their first winning season in 10 years. They return the Big Ten’s leading running back. The bulk of a stout defense is coming back. …
Read More »CBS Sports analyst proclaims that ‘no one in College Station doubts’ Texas A&M coach Elko
Jul 18, 2024; Dallas, TX, USA; Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko speaking at Omni Dallas Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Brett Patzke-USA TODAY Sports Mike Elko clearly has a big fan in CBS Sports host Josh Pate, who was “bullish” about the Texas A&M head coach this past week. Pate continued to praise Elko this weekend as well. The Aggies host …
Read More »Darren Waller has faith Daniel Jones can return to his 2022 form
Daniel Jones won’t have Darren Waller to throw to this season after the tight end retired this offseason. The Giants quarterback, though, does have Waller’s support. Waller expects Jones to bounce back from the torn ACL that ended his 2023 season. He threw two touchdowns and six interceptions in six games before going onto injured reserve. “I’m just excited for …
Read More »When does Iowa football take the stage at 2024 Big Ten Media Days?
One of the final signs that the next college football and Big Ten season is upon us are the arrival of media days. The 2024 Big Ten Football Media Days Presented by Old National Bank will take place at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis from July 23-25. The three-day event will feature six Big Ten teams on each day this …
Read More »Athlon Sports projects Colorado to reach bowl game in Deion Sanders’ second season
Considering the productive offseason Colorado football has enjoyed, it’s bowl game or bust for the Buffs heading into Deion Sanders’ second year at the helm. Athlon Sports seemingly agrees as writer Steve Lassan recently projected Colorado to reach its first bowl game since the COVID-shortened 2020 season. On Friday, Lassan revealed his preseason Big 12 bowl game projections for 2024, …
Read More »Big Ten primer — Ohio State’s greatest football moment
Ohio State, like Michigan, is Big Ten football royalty. USC has spent decades facing Ohio State and Michigan in Rose Bowls as a member of the Pac-12 (formerly the Pac-10, Pac-8, AAWU, Pacific Coast Conference, etc.). Now, USC joins the Buckeyes and Wolverines in the Big Ten. As the Trojans prepare for their new conference era, it’s worth wondering what …
Read More »Big Ten primer — Michigan’s greatest football moment
The Michigan Wolverines have been great from the very beginning. They had an unbeaten season in 1898, heralding what was to come over the next 125 years of college football. They won the 2023 national championship. They have more Rose Bowl appearances — 21 — than any school other than USC. They have fielded great teams in several different decades …
Read More »Report: Elite 2026 defensive end will visit Ohio State football for ‘The Game’
One of Ohio State football’s top 2026 targets is Louisiana defensive end, Jahkeem Stewart. The 6-foot, 6-inch and 270-pound pass rusher is one of the country’s best, ranking as the No. 2 overall prospect according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings. According to a report from 247Sports Bill Kurelic (subscription required), Stewart will return to Columbus to see the Buckeyes host …
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