Several former Wisconsin Badgers have helped lead the Indiana Hoosiers to a record 10-0 start to the 2024 season. Those are tackle Trey Wedig, guard Drew Evans and offensive line coach Bob Bostad. The trio is a significant reason the Hoosiers’ line was named a semifinalist for the 2024 Joe Moore Award on Tuesday. Related: Indiana coach Curt Cignetti is doing …
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Three Predictions: Nebraska’s offense, Bryce Underwood, UCLA
© Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images Rivals national recruiting analyst Greg Smith has a trio of predictions on more offensive changes to come at Nebraska, Michigan’s quest to flip five-star quarterback Bryce Underwood and how UCLA will close out the season. MORE PREDICTIONS: Ole Miss’ hot streak, QBs on the move, Florida State CLASS OF 2025 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position …
Read More »Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell previews Badgers’ big game vs. No. 1 Oregon
The Wisconsin Badgers will welcome another top-ranked program to Camp Randall Stadium this weekend when they square off against the No. 1 Oregon Ducks. Ahead of the marquee matchup, Badgers head coach Luke Fickell spoke with reporters during his weekly media availability on Monday. When asked what his players should anticipate on Saturday, Fickell alluded to the general degree of …
Read More »2026 4-star CB out of Chattanooga (TN) places Texas A&M in his Top 5 program list
. Texas A&M’s 2026 recruiting class has stayed at the No. 1 spot in the rankings after landing four commitments over the past two weeks. Head coach Mike Elko and his impressive coaching staff know that recruiting never takes a back seat, even during the football season. Texas A&M’s 2026 cycle is impressive on its face. It is led by …
Read More »Wisconsin legend Barry Alvarez offers outlook on Badgers current identity under Luke Fickell
Wisconsin legend Barry Alvarez offered his thoughts on the state of the Wisconsin football program on Tuesday. In an appearance on ESPN Milwaukee, the former Wisconsin head coach and athletic director was asked about the Badgers’ recent 42-10 loss vs. the Iowa Hawkeyes. “It’s really frustrating for me because there’s no one I’d rather beat than Iowa to start with,” …
Read More »Wisconsin football offers Oklahoma commit, top class of 2026 running back
The Wisconsin Badgers extended an offer to top class of 2026 running back Jonathan Hatton Jr. on Monday. The 6-foot, 205-pound prospect joins quarterback Ryan Hopkins, defensive lineman Josiah Hope and defensive back James Dunnigan Jr as notable recruits from the class of 2026 to receive offers from UW since the beginning of October. However, the kicker with Hatton Jr. …
Read More »This date in Texas history: Vince Young, Cedric Benson help Longhorns run past Kansas
This date in Texas history is part of a daily Longhorns newsletter put together by Texas football beat writer Danny Davis. For this and more phenomenal American-Statesman coverage delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for the newsletter here. Today is Nov. 13, 2024. And on this date in Texas history, Vince Young and Cedric Benson both rushed for over 100 yards against Kansas. Texas running …
Read More »Staff predictions for Florida football’s Week 12 matchup vs. LSU Tigers
Nov 11, 2023; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; Florida Gators running back Trevor Etienne (7) rushes against LSU Tigers safety Ryan Yaites (21) during the second half at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports Florida football returns to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium this weekend to host the LSU Tigers in a long-time Southeastern Conference rivalry that has lost little …
Read More »Four Big Ten teams, Wisconsin’s upcoming opponent lead Week 11 College Football Playoff rankings
Four Big Ten teams land in the top five of the latest College Football Playoff rankings after Week 11 of the 2024 season. The Oregon Ducks (10-0, 7-0 Big Ten) lead the way at No. 1, followed by Ohio State (8-1, 5-1 Big Ten) at No. 2, Penn State (8-1, 5-1 Big Ten) at No. 4 and Indiana (10-0, 7-0 …
Read More »Michigan football RB Kalel Mullings denies ‘stomping everybody’ in fight on field vs. MSU
The short answer for Michigan football running back Kalel Mullings was no, but it’s not what he said. The question posed to the Wolverines’ lead ball carrier: Did he get an explanation for why he received one carry in the first half of Michigan’s 20-15 loss to Indiana, and a carry that didn’t come until the second quarter at that? …
Read More »OHSAA playoffs: Dover football riding a wave of momentum into rematch with Steubenville
When you talk about a high school football team on an exhilarating playoff roll, it’s the Dover Crimson Tornadoes. The Tornadoes have masterfully overcome the loss of multiple injured two-way starters this season to claw their way into the Division III regional playoff semifinals. The 11th-seeded Tornadoes, who knocked off fifth-seeded Granville and third-seeded Tri-Valley in the first two weeks …
Read More »Paul Sullivan: Hoosier State — with Indiana and Notre Dame — could be the unlikely center of the college football universe
CHICAGO — Despite its proximity to Chicago, Indiana is not exactly as beloved as our other neighbors. Wisconsin is like our backyard neighbor who lets us use their pool any time. Michigan is like an old friend who stays out for “one more” after everyone else has gone home. Indiana? It’s a toll road that rips us off on our …
Read More »WPIAL football playoffs Week 3: What to know for Beaver Valley teams
The teams left in the WPIAL football playoff field in the Beaver Valley have been cut down to two, as Central Valley and Ellwood City look to punch tickets to Acrisure Stadium this week, in the third week of the playoffs. Let’s take a look at the two semifinal matchups featuring area teams this week: Class 3A: No. 2 Central …
Read More »These 36 elite college recruits are still playing in the IHSA football playoffs
Just 64 teams remain in the Illinois postseason, and among the surviving teams are at least 36 players expected to play on Saturday afternoons for some of the nation’s top programs. Before games kick off, here is a list of the top recruits still playing in the IHSA playoffs, according to the recruiting site 247sports.com, along with their information, their …
Read More »These young receivers and former high school teammates making big impact for Rutgers football
PISCATAWAY – Not too long ago Ian Strong and KJ Duff were starring at St. Anthony’s High School on Long Island. Now they’re in Rutgers football uniforms, establishing roles within the Scarlet Knights offense and becoming go-to weapons for quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis. “Those two guys are awfully talented, and to think that they were on the same high school team …
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