College Football

Current New England Patriots Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks Coach Bill O’Brien held that same position for the Alabama Crimson Tide in 2021 and 2022. O’Brien helped Alabama to a 24-4 record in those two seasons, and an appearance in the 2021 College Football Playoff National Championship, but he also said at least one very dumb thing that he might regret now, given …

It’s just about time for the Iowa Hawkeyes to play their final game of the 2023 college football season. That will actually come on New Year’s Day at noon CT versus Tennessee in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl. Iowa has a chance to accomplish a rare feat versus the Vols from Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla. The Hawkeyes can secure …

USATSI No. 4 Alabama changed up a critical portion of its game preparation routine in advance of its Rose Bowl showdown with No. 1 Michigan by altering its protocol for reviewing film. Crimson Tide players said Thursday they aren’t watching tape on their individual devices ahead of their College Football Playoff semifinal showdown with the Wolverines, who were caught up …

The initial hype of the early signing period has died down, but there was a ton of talent to explore and so much so we are breaking it down by position. We have already dove into the top five quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends and offensive tackles to sign with Big Ten teams and now we want to break down a …

A battle of ranked teams and two of the most consistent programs of the last couple of seasons highlights the showdown between No. 18 NC State and No. 25 Kansas State in the Pop-Tarts Bowl.  Coaches Dave Doeren and Chris Klieman have both guided their respective teams to eight-plus win seasons in each of the last three years, and the …

The Iowa Hawkeyes‘ prospects for the 2024 season already feel like they’ve been handed a jolt with All-American linebacker Jay Higgins’ decision to return to Iowa for next season. The Butkus Award semifinalist revealed that news on Tuesday. In his first season as a full-time starter, Higgins filled the void that Jack Campbell left admirably. Entering the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl …

On the plane ride back from Michigan’s crushing 51-45 loss to Texas Christian in last year’s College Football Playoff semifinal, defensive coordinator Jesse Minter began jotting down his thoughts as he watched the film. “Looking at myself, how did we prepare,” Minter said. “Did we take the right angles to the ball, are we playing like our hair is on …

Washington quarterback Michael Penix gave the Texas defense bulletin board material ahead of the College Football Playoff. Several players and coaches from both teams spoke with the media on Thursday ahead of the Sugar Bowl matchup. Penix caught the attention of many when he seemingly downplayed Texas’ defensive line. Penix stated Washington would be “good” since it’s not like they’re …

Arizona head coach Jedd Fisch talks with quarterback Noah Fifita (11) during the first quarter against Arizona State at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe on Nov. 25, 2023. The 2023 Alamo Bowl will feature the Pac-12’s Arizona Wildcats taking on the Oklahoma Sooners of the Big 12 at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. The No. 14 Wildcats are enjoying …

This year marks the end of the four-team playoffs as the field is set to expand to 12 teams in 2024. Fortunately, we are going out with a bang as this feels like the most competitive field we have had in the 10 seasons of the system. Alabama fans have been beyond spoiled as Nick Saban has guided the Tide …

The College Football Playoff is upon us. After months of speculation about who would end up in college football’s final four — and another month of trying to figure out what will happen in the games once the actual teams were announced — we’ve reached the point where the only thing left to do is have the teams take the …

Before returning to the NFL this season as New England’s offensive coordinator, Bill O’Brien spent two seasons in the same position at Alabama. Part of his tenure there was spent discouraging Jalen Milroe from playing quarterback. That’s according to Milroe. The Crimson Tide quarterback said so while speaking with reporters Thursday ahead of of Monday’s national semifinal game against Michigan. …

Coming out of high school, Domani Jackson was one of the most highly touted recruits in the history of Southern California. As a junior, he earned All-American accolades as well as tying the California 100-meter dash record with a time of 10.25 seconds before committing to play football at USC. During his two years with the Trojans, Jackson posted career …

CARSON, California − Alabama football didn’t have practice open long to reporters, but there was enough time to witness a few elements of interest. Over the course of viewing practice for 15 minutes, onlookers saw stretching and individual work. It was the first glimpse of practice for reporters since Aug. 5, when Alabama football held Fan Day. Here’s what we …

In an odd twist of football fate, Notre Dame’s last few weeks have had more excitement than the last couple of weeks that featured actual games. All of the transfers, all of the opt-outs, and of course, the Mike Denbrock news. It’s been a lot to take in and process. But one thing is for sure, Irish fans are excited …