Sep 14, 2024; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; LSU Tigers head coach Brian Kelly looks on during the second quarter against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images The SEC is a jumbled mess right now, with Texas A&M and LSU sitting at the top of the rankings, both teams undefeated in conference play. This is …
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Why ‘scary good’ Cade Klubnik could be Heisman finalist | College Football Power Hour
Yahoo Sports’ Caroline Fenton, Jason Fitz and Adam Breneman break down the Clemson quarterback’s season so far and how Clemson has bounced back after a season-opening loss to Georgia. Hear the full conversation on the “College Football Power Hour” podcast – and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you listen. View more Video Transcript Kate Klub Nick is …
Read More »UTEP football drops to 1-7 after late-game win by Louisiana Tech in 14-10 loss
For more than three quarters Tuesday night, UTEP’s overwhelming defensive effort was winning a long, lonely battle against Louisiana Tech’s offense and special teams. That was never a likely formula for much more than heartbreak, and UTEP found it in a 14-10 loss to the Bulldogs that dropped it to 1-7. UTEP receiver Kam Thomas sprints into the end zone …
Read More »Midseason grades: A+ for Boise State, F for Oklahoma State & more | College Football Power Hour
This embedded content is not available in your region. Now officially more than halfway through the 2024 college football season, Caroline Fenton, Jason Fitz & Adam Breneman give several teams their midterm report cards. From Texas to Northern Illinois, Boise State, Miami, and everything in-between — does your favorite team make the grade? In the spirit of spooky season, the …
Read More »How did OU football players react to firing of offensive coordinator Seth Littrell?
NORMAN — OU football players are turning their focus toward Mississippi amid the program’s offensive struggles and Sunday’s firing of offensive coordinator Seth Littrell. While new play caller Joe Jon Finley and new quarterbacks coach Kevin Johns brought new energy to the practice field to start the week, the vibes were different. Tight end Jake Roberts, who played for Littrell …
Read More »Is Texas A&M vs. LSU the most significant game since the Aggies entered the SEC?
Nov 25, 2023; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers running back Noah Cain (21) is tackled by Texas A&M Aggies defensive back Demani Richardson (26) during the second half at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports Texas A&M (6-1, 4-1 SEC) enters Week 9 of the 2024 college football season on a six-game winning streak while still sitting …
Read More »‘It’s huge for us’: The numbers and the approach behind WSU’s success on the turnover front
Oct. 22—PULLMAN — On the sideline in real time and watching the tape later on, Washington State coach Jake Dickert could tell Jamorri Colson could have given up on the play. It was early in the second quarter of WSU’s 42-10 win over Hawaii last weekend, and after the Rainbow Warriors completed a pass over the middle, Colson wasn’t involved …
Read More »Scouting report: Cincinnati Bearcats football hits Big 12 road for Colorado
Armed with a 5-2 (3-1 Big 12) record and a two-game winning streak, the Cincinnati Bearcats football squad heads for Mountain time this weekend for a prime-time showdown with “Coach Prime” and the Colorado Buffaloes. Sure, it’s only prime time in Boulder with an 8:15 kickoff (10:15 Cincinnati time), but the Bearcats will get an ESPN audience for the first …
Read More »Kirk Ferentz responds to Brendan Sullivan playing time, usage inquiries
After a lifeless first half performance against Michigan State offensively, questions have emerged surrounding Iowa’s decision to stick with graduate quarterback Cade McNamara as its starter. McNamara completed just 3-of-9 passes for 30 yards in the first half in East Lansing and the Hawkeyes punted on four of their five first-half possessions. Iowa gained just five yards and junior kicker …
Read More »Ohio State football: Day looking for players to step up in wake of injuries
Oct. 22—Ohio State football coach Ryan Day confirmed Tuesday his team will have a new left tackle the rest of the season. Josh Simmons suffered a season-ending knee injury in Ohio State’s loss to Oregon on Oct. 12. The junior had been one of the Buckeyes’ best blockers, but Day said they plan to move forward with junior Zen Michalski …
Read More »Pro Football Focus highlights glaring defensive stat in loss vs. MSU
Following a disappointing 32-20 loss to the Michigan State Spartans on Saturday from Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Mich., Pro Football Focus shared a rather concerning defensive stat that helped MSU to victory. According to PFF, Iowa’s defense missed 19 tackles throughout Saturday’s contest, which far surpassed the three missed tackles by the Spartans. To put some context on that …
Read More »Deion Sanders shares early thoughts on Cincinnati Bearcats
TUCSON, ARIZONA – OCTOBER 19: Head coach Deion Sanders of the Colorado Buffaloes watches from the sidelines during the first half of the NCAAF game against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium on October 19, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) Needing a win to secure bowl eligibility, head coach Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes will …
Read More »Iowa updates injury outlook prior to Northwestern
The Iowa Hawkeyes return home to play host to the Northwestern Wildcats on Saturday afternoon in a 2:30 p.m. CT kickoff on Big Ten Network. After a frustrating loss last week at Michigan State, Iowa (4-3, 2-2 Big Ten) is looking to bounce back in a big way in front of its fans from inside Kinnick Stadium. As the Hawkeyes ready …
Read More »OSU examined pass rush problems on bye week
Oct. 22—COLUMBUS — Ohio State football coach Ryan Day spent more time than usual in the defensive coaches’ meetings last week during a bye week and a major topic of discussion in those meetings was the Buckeyes’ pass rush. OSU did not have a sack in a 32-31 loss to Oregon in its most recent game and did not apply …
Read More »Two former Penn State football players face felony rape, other charges
Two former Penn State football players − both dismissed from the university in August − will face felony charges in Centre County Court. Court documents filed Tuesday show that former defensive players Jameial Lyons and Kaveion Keys will be charged with felony rape, aggravated indecent assault, sexual assault and other misdemeanor charges. The Centre Daily Times first reported that the …
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