The SEC decided to retain the Florida football-LSU rivalry for at least two more years after scrapping divisions when it expanded to 16 teams in 2024. When the Florida Gators (4-5, 2-4 SEC) host the No. 22 Tigers (6-3, 3-2 SEC) at The Swamp on Saturday (3:30 p.m., ABC), the matchup will feature two reeling teams in desperate need of …
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Auburn makes top 10 for 2026 TE Kaiden Prothro
AUBURN, AL – April 06, 2024 – AU logo helmet during the A-Day Spring Game at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, AL. Photo by Austin Perryman One of the nation’s top tight ends from the 2026 recruiting cycle is considering Auburn for his college destination. Kaiden Prothro, a four-star tight end from Bowdon, Georgia, released his top 10 choices this week, …
Read More »Pittsburgh starting quarterback Eli Holstein named a ‘game-time decision’ for Clemson game
Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images Pittburgh football’s quarterback situation remains uncertain ahead of Saturday’s game against No. 20 Clemson. Starter Eli Holstein, who left each of the past two games with a head injury, is listed as a game-time decision. Head coach Pat Narduzzi confirmed on Thursday that Holstein has not practiced this week, with backup Nate Yarnell taking first-team reps in …
Read More »Dabo Swinney can no longer deny it’s not working at Clemson. But is he willing to change?
There have been flashpoint moments in the last three Clemson seasons, where change arrives and there’s no option but to evolve. Yet Dabo Swinney keeps pushing forward, foraging through the obvious blind spot with a steel tank of coaching capital. Clemson lost seven games from 2015-2020, won two national titles and played for two others. Clemson has lost 12 games …
Read More »Cornhuskers Wire offers insight on Nebraska’s new offensive play-caller
Nov 25, 2023; Orlando, Florida, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Dana Holgorsen walks the sideline during the second quarter against the UCF Knights at FBC Mortgage Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-USA TODAY Sports Earlier this week, Nebraska football announced that it will make a major offensive change ahead of the matchup with USC on Saturday. Former Houston and West Virginia …
Read More »Big Ten breakdown | Week 12
Nov. 15—Illinois is back in action this week in a seven-game for the Big Ten. Beat writer Scott Richey ranks all of the league matchups and dives deep on his picks for Illinois MVP and Big Ten MVP to go with more thoughts on the Illini’s latest bowl game projections: Make the time to watch No. 1 Oregon (10-0, 7-0) …
Read More »What is the FHSAA’s Rural Invitational football tournament? More questions than answers remain
Have you got questions about the FHSAA’s Rural Florida Invitational Tournament? You’re not the only one. Media, fans and even the coaches competing in the Division B Rural state football championship can’t fully explain the first-year showcase, which features the top 12 teams that missed out on competing for the Rural Class state title. “I have no idea,” responded Baker …
Read More »5 things to watch when Cincinnati Bearcats football takes on Iowa State
Two Big 12 football squads with multiple connections meet Saturday night in Ames, Iowa when the Cincinnati Bearcats attempt to knock off the Iowa State Cyclones. Last year, in their only previous meeting, Iowa State won decisively, 30-10. UC held a 7-3 first-quarter lead but was outscored 27-3 from there. The Bearcats were held to 115 yards rushing and just …
Read More »‘It’s a pinch me moment.’ School, fans rally around IU football’s 10-0 start
BLOOMINGTON — The congestion typically found on the streets of town leading up to kickoff of an IU football game was nowhere to be found last week. The tailgaters arrived early and filled the parking lots surrounding Memorial Stadium making it a free-for-all for the few late-arriving fans. Every bit of asphalt was teaming with RVs, pop-up tents and folding tables filled …
Read More »ESPN predicts the winner of Auburn vs. ULM
Auburn running back Jarquez Hunter (27) celebrates his touchdown against Vanderbilt during the first quarter at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. The Auburn Tigers return to Jordan-Hare Stadium on Saturday for the first time since Sept. 28 when they host ULM to close out the nonconference schedule. Auburn (3-6, 1-5 SEC) dropped its most recent game …
Read More »GATORS PODCAST: Todd Golden heads to rival FSU, Billy Napier hosts rival LSU (Ep. 256)
Two embattled University of Florida coaches square off this weekend against heated rivals. Todd Golden’s No. 20 Gators head to Florida State, while Billy Napier’s squad will host No. 21 LSU. Golden’s reception will be even more hostile than usual, given accusations against him for stalking and sexual harassment. Napier returns to the Swamp off the Gators’ worst loss during …
Read More »Florida set to start DJ Lagway against LSU this Saturday
Oct 19, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier and Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) review a play against the Kentucky Wildcats during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images The Gators Nation got some great news on Thursday evening when Billy Napier revealed that true freshman and five-star recruit …
Read More »Florida plans to redshirt 7-foot-9 center Olivier Rioux for 2024-25 season
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 04: Olivier Rioux #32 of the Florida Gators looks on before the start of a game against the South Florida Bulls at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena on November 04, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) Don’t expect to see towering Florida freshman Olivier Rioux on the court this season for the Gators. Florida …
Read More »Week 13 Preview | Cambria Heights, Richland renew rivalry in District 6-2A title game (WITH PICKS)
Cambria Heights hasn’t been a member of the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference the past four seasons, but the Highlanders’ path to the District 6 Class 2A championship game might seem like old times. Coach Jarrod Lewis’ undefeated and top-seeded squad will face second-seeded Richland at 7 p.m. Friday at Mansion Park Stadium. The Rams (10-2) are the third straight LHAC …
Read More »Michigan State football offers Arizona defensive back commit
Sep 2, 2023; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats quarterback Jayden de Laura (7) helmet on the field after a victory over Northern Arizona Lumberjacks at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zac BonDurant-USA TODAY Sports Michigan State football has put their hat in the ring for a cornerback that is currently committed to Arizona. Gianni Edwards was the recipient of the latest …
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