Recruiting is a give-and-take, but lately Texas seems to be losing more than winning. It’s almost a déjà vu moment, echoing nearly this exact time last year when the Longhorns missed out on several priority targets — only to rally and finish with the No. 1 class in the nation. So, what’s going on in Austin this time around? The …
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5-star Oregon Ducks target Tyler Atkinson announces commitment date
The Oregon Ducks have been hot on the recruiting trail this summer, and they could continue the streak in the next few hours. There are several high-profile players left on the board that Dan Lanning and his staff are after, but one of them — 5-star linebacker Tyler Atkinson — announced on Monday that he will be making his commitment …
Read More »Indiana reinstates bison mascot after 56-year absence
Getty Images A bison will once again be roaming the sidelines at Indiana home games. The school officially reinstated its bison mascot after a 56-year hiatus. From 1965-69, Indiana athletics featured the bison mascot, but it was scrapped following the 1969 season due what the school describes as a lack of support from the fan base. However, in December of …
Read More »What college football helmets rank in the top 25 entering 2025 season?
College football is all about school colors, uniforms and helmets. The logos and designs have long been part of a merchandise frenzy, stretching from conference to conference and spanning generations of fans. The more unique and iconic, the better. When it comes to helmets, which are the best of the best? Here’s our top 25. 25. UTSA Roadrunners 24. Penn …
Read More »Let’s say Nick Saban does coach again: These college football teams would be best fits for the GOAT’s return
The entirety of the SEC has descended upon its home base in Atlanta this week for SEC Media Days, but on the first day of the three-day event, it was a coach who no longer works in the league dominating the minds of all in attendance .. and all because of something his former quarterback said. Ex-Alabama QB Greg McElroy …
Read More »Best and worst-case scenarios for every Big Ten team in 2025
There’s just over a month before toe meets leather on the 2025 college football season, and teams across the country are gearing up for their 12-game regular season slates. This fall, teams across the Big Ten will battle for a national championship, playoff appearance, or simply to make a bowl game. Here’s a look at the best- and worst-case scenario …
Read More »Big 12’s revenue-sharing distribution deal with PayPal includes expanded financial partnership
The Big Ten and Big 12 have partnered with PayPal to become their official platform for distributing revenue-sharing payments to athletes. The hefty new deal involves brand partnerships with several Big 12 athletes, as well as sponsorship of the Big 12 Championship Game. The first-of-its-kind partnership in the new revenue-sharing era allows Big Ten and Big 12 schools to pay …
Read More »Where is UGA in the SEC recruiting rankings after adding two commits
The Georgia Bulldogs are the SEC’s top winners in recruiting recently. Over the weekend, Georgia secured commitments from five-star tight end Kaiden Prothro and four-star athlete Tyriq Green. Georgia has the SEC’s top recruiting class and has been among the nation’s hottest teams on the recruiting trail over the past several weeks. Georgia has a legitimate chance to finish with …
Read More »SEC Media Days 2025 Fact or Fiction: Would LSU shaking Week 1 struggles help vault Tigers to CFP?
The SEC kicked off its first day of Media Days on Monday, and spinning season is already in full effect. Day 1 brought LSU, Ole Miss, South Carolina and Vanderbilt to the table, all of whom are facing a wide range of pressures. The rotation means a wide range of storylines are discussed. There’s Commissioner Greg Sankey, opining on postseason …
Read More »Texas Longhorns SEC Media Days preview and storylines to watch
SEC Media Days is in full swing in Atlanta. The four day event will highlight four teams per day. Texas will take the stage tomorrow (Tuesday). The Longhorns will be represented by coach Steve Sarkisian, quarterback Arch Manning, safety Michael Taaffe and linebacker Anthony Hill, Jr. The Texas portion of the media days will be on Tuesday at 2:25 p.m. …
Read More »2025 SEC Media Days takeaways: LSU eyes opening statement against Clemson, Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia impresses
LSU coach Brian Kelly understands the expectations that come with coaching at LSU. After all, the last three men to hold his job all led the Tigers to national titles. Heading into Year 4 at the program, Kelly is driving home a playoff-or-bust mindset this fall for a team that exhausted resources to build a complete roster. Kelly has more …
Read More »Fans thrilled by reveal trailer for Netflix series
SEC Football: Any Given Saturday, a Netflix Sports series offering an exclusive look at key matchups throughout the SEC season, premieres August 5. Witness the unparalleled pressure, commitment, and raw emotion it takes to be a D1 football player in college football’s leading… pic.twitter.com/qY62OaKqvT — Netflix (@netflix) July 14, 2025 Are you a fan of both SEC football and Netflix …
Read More »2025 College football win total picks, SEC futures predictions: Top expert says back Texas to go over 9.5 wins
The 2025 college football season kicks off in less than two months, with the 2025 College Football Classic between Iowa State and Kansas State in Ireland scheduled for Saturday, August 23. Rosters for the upcoming season are now almost entirely set, and sportsbooks around the country have started taking action futures for the 2025 college football season. One team that …
Read More »Sankey says SEC still considering nine-game schedule
Oregon won the Big Ten regular-season football title last year with a 9-0 record. Arizona State, Iowa State, Brigham Young and Colorado tied for the Big 12 regular-season title with 7-2 records. Over in the SEC, Texas won the crown during the regular season at 7-1. Nine plus zero equals nine. Seven plus two equals nine. But seven plus one, …
Read More »Vanderbilt sought advice from Deion Sanders as DB Martel Hight prepares for two-way role with Commodores
Two-way players are rare in college football, but one year after Travis Hunter won the Heisman Trophy in his wildly productive final season at Colorado, another potential standout could emerge in 2025 as a contributor on both offense and defense. At Vanderbilt, defensive back Martel Hight is poised to expand his game this fall and line up at wide receiver …
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