As sure as schools paying players next fall, the day is coming when the SEC places five teams into an expanded College Football Playoff. That won’t happen in 2025, but it may in 2026 when the CFP potentially expands to 14 teams and the Big Ten and SEC push for four automatic qualifiers. Until then, the criteria from the first …
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Ohio State football has offered Ohio running back, Favour Akih
Thank you to all the teams who took a chance on be, and I’m thankful for all the relationships we have made along the way! But I am officially down to 3 schools! ✌️🙌🌰@Montgomery_DHHS pic.twitter.com/j7ECSWQZen — Favour Akih 4⭐️🇨🇲 (@FavourAkih) March 18, 2025 Ohio State football is working on what looks like an extremely impressive 2026 recruiting class and it …
Read More »Deion Sanders is right: College football needs intersquad scrimmages in the spring
Colorado coach Deion Sanders is, once again, at the frontier of college football’s constantly evolving landscape. He made waves on social media when he suggested that Colorado would love to face off against another school for its spring game on April 19. While some college football movers and shakers have discussed potential intersquad scrimmages through backchannels, this represents the first …
Read More »Michigan AD says he’s had no talks about postseason ban, penalties in relation to sign-stealing scandal
Getty Images Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel said he has not had any conversations with the NCAA about a potential postseason ban stemming from the NCAA’s investigation into allegations of impermissible scouting, according to 247Sports. Michigan has received a notice of allegations covering the purported sign-stealing scheme orchestrated by former football staffer Connor Stalions and in January filed a formal …
Read More »Deion Sanders pitches Colorado playing another team for spring game, Syracuse’s Fran Brown answers the call
On Monday, Colorado coach Deion Sanders pitched the idea of scrimmaging another college football team as the Buffaloes prepare for a nationally televised spring game. Many major programs have opted to cancel spring games altogether with concerns over injuries and depth pieces getting scouted for the transfer portal. Practicing against other live opponents is a model commonly found in the …
Read More »Marcello’s Mailbag: Why can’t College Football Playoff be more like March Madness? Best, worst coaching jobs
Welcome to Marcello’s Mailbag, where college football is always at the top of the pile. This is a safe space to share opinions and ask questions without fear or ridicule. No question is dumb, though you may believe there are dumb answers. Luckily, I’m willing to look like a jester, but more often than not, I’ll fill your mind with …
Read More »FSU football’s Mike Norvell confirms injuries from key defensive players
FSU football coach Mike Norvell addresses the media ahead of spring football FSU football coach Mike Norvell addresses the media ahead of spring football With the first day of spring football practice scheduled for Wednesday, Florida State will be missing some notable players. During his press conference Monday, FSU coach Mike Norvell announced defensive tackle Jayson Jenkins and safeties Conrad …
Read More »3 questions of the Seminoles entering spring practice
WATCH: FSU defensive lineman Kevin Lynn on what role he fits on defenive front FSU’s incoming freshman talks about his first offseason and playing defensive line in a new scheme. He also talks about what NFL DTs he is compared to. There are a number of questions surrounding Florida State football as the Seminoles prepare to start spring practice Wednesday. …
Read More »Ohio State coach Ryan Day opens spring ball with press conference
Spring has sprung with the Ohio State football program with this being the first day of spring ball. Things will look a little different around the Woody Hayes Athletic Center this year because things won’t end with the traditional spring game, but rather a “spring showcase.” We’re not entirely sure what that is yet because it seems like head coach …
Read More »5 takeaways from first day of spring practice
Ohio State opened spring football practice Monday and coach Ryan Day looked during his press conference as if a weight had been lifted off his shoulders. Winning a national championship has its benefits. “Yeah, I’m definitely more relaxed,” Day said with a smile. “To say I’m not is crazy. There’s no question. We’re in a different place than we were …
Read More »Iowa football announces running backs coach
After the departure of Ladell Betts, the Iowa Hawkeyes wasted little time replenishing their coaching staff and making the hire for their new running backs coach. The Hawkeyes have officially welcomed and announced Omar Young as the new running back coach for the program. “I am excited to add Omar to our staff. He has a track record of building …
Read More »Deion Sanders addresses contract talks at Colorado
Tim Tebow shares advice for incoming NFL rookie class Tim Tebow shares some valuable advice for incoming rookies like Shedeur Sanders and Cam Ward. Sports Seriously Colorado football coach Deion Sanders addressed recent speculation about his future in Boulder on Monday by saying he’s not concerned about a contract extension for himself until he gets other things in place for …
Read More »Wink Martindale excited about Michigan football defense depth in 2025
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Michigan football had a top-10 defense in 2024 but expectations are high that the Wolverines could be even better in 2025 — despite losing standouts like defensive tackles Mason Graham and Kenneth Grant, edge rusher Josaiah Stewart, and cornerback Will Johnson. Part of it is because of what fans were able to see against Alabama in …
Read More »Colorado football spring game televised on ESPN
Colorado football head coach Deion Sanders spoke to the media for the second time this spring, announcing some pertinent information regarding Colorado’s annual Black & Gold Spring Game. Coach Prime and the Buffaloes will play at Folsom Field again on Saturday, April 19, in front of a national audience. The game will be televised on ESPN2 and kickoff at 2:30 …
Read More »Why Michigan football RB Justice Haynes is poised for 2025 breakout
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — While the Michigan football defense should look close to the same in 2025 as it had in 2024 (despite being down a few standout players), the offense aims to have a complete overhaul. It’s not just the fact that the Wolverines revamped the quarterback room, bringing in No. 1 overall recruit Bryce Underwood and Fresno State …
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