Jan. 20—The University of Hawaii football team hired a defensive coordinator, brought back two former coaches, named a new associate head coach, and signed a receiver transferring from Kentucky. Dennis Thurman, a two-time All-America safety at USC who played and coached in the NFL, will serve as defensive coordinator and cornerbacks coach. Thurman was Colorado’s quality-control coach for defense under …
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Alabama transfer OT Kadyn Proctor says Iowa contacted him during 2023 season
Former Alabama offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor recently announced his decision to transfer to Iowa after one season in Tuscaloosa. The former five-star 2023 recruit was once committed to the Hawkeyes, but shockingly flipped his commitment to Alabama shortly before signing. While it was no surprise to see the Iowa native and once Hawkeye-commit decide to go back home, it’s a …
Read More »Kadyn Proctor transferring to Iowa: Ex-Alabama star freshman OL heading home after Nick Saban’s retirement
Getty Images Iowa’s beleaguered offense landed a massive commitment Saturday when former Alabama offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor announced his commitment to the Hawkeyes. Proctor started at left tackle as a freshman for the Crimson Tide in 2023, earning a spot on the All-SEC Freshman Team as Alabama won the SEC championship and reached the College Football Playoff. An Iowa native, …
Read More »Hurricanes add Rodney Hill, a transfer running back from Florida State
The Hurricanes added more talent to their running back room on Saturday, snagging a transfer away from rival FSU. Miami received a commitment from running back Rodney Hill, who announced his commitment on social media. Hill, who is entering his third season of college football after two seasons at Florida State, ran for 190 yards on 50 carries last season, …
Read More »Alabama basketball throttled at Tennessee, 91-71, for first SEC loss
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. − Alabama basketball got a rude awakening Saturday, getting blown out by Tennessee 91-71 in front of a packed house at Thompson-Boling Arena. It marked the first conference loss of the season for the Crimson Tide (12-6, 4-1 SEC), and exposed plenty of areas for improvement for a team that reverted to the poor defensive play that plagued …
Read More »Notre Dame recruiting staff greets recruits dressed up as leprechauns
You know it’s a huge recruiting weekend for Notre Dame football when some of the recruiting coaches go all-out. By all-out, I mean that they literally dressed up as leprechauns to greet the recruits who were coming on campus this weekend. This isn’t a normal practice, but in my eyes, it’s absolutely hilarious and a great way for them to …
Read More »List of top Alabama recruits who have decommitted since Nick Saban retired
Longtime Alabama head coach Nick Saban’s retirement sent a shock wave around college football as the sport lost not only a legend but one of the greatest coaches of all time. A key part of game planning, program strategy, and recruitment, Saban touched all elements of arguably the top program of modern college football. With his exit, many top high …
Read More »Washington AD says Kalen DeBoer turned down ‘Big Ten package’ amid contract talks before leaving for Alabama
Getty Images Washington offered coach Kalen DeBoer a “Big Ten package” that would have made him among college football’s top-10 highest-paid coaches before he left for Alabama, Huskies athletic director Troy Dannen said this week. Speaking at a civic function in suburban Seattle, Dannen said the school’s push to keep DeBoer featured financial figures “that were, quite frankly, unprecedented for …
Read More »Ohio State stays hot on the recruiting trail, lands 2024 in-state defensive end
This offseason has been a massive home run for Ohio State football. There have been major additions via the transfer portal, which include safety Caleb Downs and quarterback Will Howard. The Buckeyes fended off multiple suitors to keep the nations No. 1 propesct, wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, from flipping during the early signing period. The good news isn’t stopping anytime …
Read More »Veteran transfer portal safety visiting Florida football this weekend
Florida football has a Herculean task ahead of it when it comes to the NCAA transfer portal. Currently sitting at No. 13 in 247Sports’ transfer portal rankings having lost 23 players while gaining just nine, there is still room for more additions to the 2024 roster. The Gators need help at every position if we are being honest with ourselves. …
Read More »LSU offers 3-star defensive lineman from Denton, Texas
Brian Kelly is working on bolstering his defensive line in the 2025 recruiting class. That search has led him to Denton, Texas, where he found a three-star defensive lineman that could make a difference at the next level. Xavier Ukponu is a 6-foot-2, 275-pound, three-star defensive lineman from Denton, Texas, where he plays for Guyer High School. The Guyer Wildcats …
Read More »LSU offers 4-star defensive lineman from Cypress, Texas
Brian Kelly is working on building up his defensive line in the 2025 recruiting class. That search has led him to Cypress, Texas, where he found a four-star defensive lineman at Cy-Fair High School. Landon Rink is a 6-foot-2, 270-pound, four-star defensive lineman who plays for Cy-Fair High School. The Cy-Fair Bobcats finished the 2023 season 11-2 with a loss …
Read More »Former Alabama OT Kadyn Proctor transferring to Iowa
After spending one season in Tuscaloosa, Alabama offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor is transferring to Iowa. The Iowa native was committed to the Hawkeyes before flipping his commitment to Alabama before national signing day. Proctor was named to the All-SEC Freshman Team following his freshman campaign. He made 14 starts at left tackle this past season. Proctor was in charge of …
Read More »LSU offers 3-star defensive lineman from Spring, Texas
Brian Kelly is working on building depth on the defensive line in the 2025 recruiting class. That idea has led him to Spring, Texas, where he has found a three-star defensive lineman. Floyd Guidry is a 6-foot-3, 260-pound, three-star defensive lineman who plays for Spring High School. The Spring Lions finished the season 5-6 with a loss to The Woodlands …
Read More »Live updates from Thompson-Boling Arena
Alabama basketball aims to score a victory over Tennessee on Saturday at Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville, Tennessee. The Crimson Tide has started SEC play off strong, winning its first four games. But it hasn’t faced a team of the Vols’ caliber yet in conference play. Tennessee has a top 25 offense and defense, per KenPom. The Vols’ defense ranks No. …
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