Oct. 1—The Ada High football team scored six touchdowns and forced six turnovers in a convincing 41-12 win over Tulsa McLain on Homecoming night at Norris Field last Friday. Ada evened its record to 2-2 on the year and is off to a 1-0 start in District 4A-4 play. McLain fell to 2-2 and 0-1. The Cougars are scheduled to …
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Why Missouri football coach Eli Drinkwitz expects to see Marcel Reed at QB for Texas A&M
Missouri football’s assistant director of on campus recruiting, Briah Reed, isn’t allowed at the Tigers’ practices this week. Eli Drinkwitz was more than likely joking when he said that during his Tuesday press conference. He also said the team was fortunate to have her on board. But we’re opting to say ‘more than likely joking’ instead of ‘definitely joking’ here …
Read More »Sources: UConn won’t join Pac-12, doesn’t consider conference the right fit
The wheels of collegiate conference realignment are spinning again, with basketball powerhouse Gonzaga set to join the newly configured Pac 12. Though the possibility of UConn joining the Pac 12 as a football-only complement was explored last week, this will not happen. UConn sources, requesting anonymity, told The Courant the university doesn’t consider this the right fit at this time. …
Read More »Texas football: Five stats that tell the story of Longhorns’ season so far
Texas football is one of 19 teams across the FBS that has started the 2024 season unbeaten, but not every perfect start is created equal. Taking a look under the hood at the statistics fueling the success can often provide more insight than a win-loss record is capable of purveying. So, are these Longhorns (5-0, 1-0 SEC) legit? Here’s a …
Read More »Ohio Prep Sports Media Association High School Football Notebook – Week 6
COLUMBUS – The 2024 high school football season is 60% in the books. Before we turn the page to Week 7, let’s take a look at some of the biggest performances from around the state with the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association High School Football Notebook. -Ontario’s Bodpegn Miller was unstoppable in Ontario’s 49-0 win over Galion in Week 6, …
Read More »‘He wants to play’: What Kyle Whittingham said about Cam Rising’s injury situation
Utah Utes quarterback Cameron Rising (7) warms up against the Arizona Wildcats in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. | Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News The way the last few weeks have gone, it’s easy to wonder if we’ve all jumped into a time machine that’s transported us back to 2023. As Utah enters the heart of the …
Read More »Penn State’s strength up front stems from physical training camp [opinion]
They tested each other almost every day in the August heat, their pads popping, their helmets crackling and their bodies aching. Several Penn State veteran players said it was the most physical preseason camp they had endured. Whether it was coach James Franklin’s aim or not, the offensive line and the defensive line are better for it. “When you practice …
Read More »Michigan players on Alex Orji: ‘Just waiting for him to take over’ games
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Michigan football fans are a little on edge after new starting quarterback Alex Orji threw for 32 yards in his first start and 86 yards in his second. But players and coaches insist progress is happening and that Orji can be a bona fide QB for the reigning national champion. Orji hadn’t taken five snaps in …
Read More »Here’s how Ashbrook football made light work of rival Forestview in return to the gridiron
GASTONIA — Tuesday isn’t a typical night for a high school football game. Then again, much of the past week hasn’t been normal for Ashbrook and Forestview football players. Out of school the past several days and having no time on the practice field following Hurricane Helene, the Gastonia city rivals clashed Tuesday night at William Eccles Field at Ashbrook …
Read More »Another look at Alabama, playoffs are still anyone’s game & is Duke getting disrespected?
This embedded content is not available in your region. Caroline Fenton, Jason Fitz & Adam Breneman take a final look at Alabama’s win against Georgia. How is it the Crimson Tide was able to win even after taking their foot off the gas in the second half? And Georgia falls to 5th in the AP Poll after the loss, but …
Read More »You decided! Marion Star Football Player of Week 6 Poll winner results
MARION — Cardington junior Wyatt Denney ran for 134 yards and a touchdown, plus added 13 tackles with four tackles for loss in a loss to Centerburg. It was enough for him to win the fans’ vote in the Marion Star Football Player of Week 6 Poll. Denney earned 183 of 407 votes (45%) to win it. Week 7 Football …
Read More »USC linebacker Raesjon Davis to redshirt this season
USC linebacker Raesjon Davis reacts after a defensive stop last season. (Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times) When Raesjon Davis arrived in 2021, during the last gasps of the Clay Helton era at USC, the four-star linebacker from Santa Ana Mater Dei looked like he could make an immediate impact at a position where USC desperately needed it. Those stars …
Read More »What Kansas State coach Chris Klieman said about Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter
Sep 28, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) during warms up before the game against the UCF Knights at FBC Mortgage Stadium. Kansas State head coach Chris Klieman said Monday he is “amazed” by Colorado football star Travis Hunter. Welcome to the club. The Wildcats (4-1) have two weeks to prepare for Hunter and the Buffaloes …
Read More »Lincoln Riley wants major changes after Bear Alexander’s decision to redshirt
USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley is calling for a huge rule change to college football after he was blindsided (at least publicly) from Bear Alexander’s decision to redshirt. Alexander, a former Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman, chose to redshirt and enter the transfer portal after his third season of college football. What rule change does Riley want? He wants redshirts …
Read More »UConn football not satisfied with strong start
Oct. 1—STORRS — Owning a winning record through five games is hardly cause for celebration. Even for a UConn football program that’s suffered its share of losing seasons. The Huskies are taking what coach Jim Mora calls their “limited success” in stride. “We haven’t earned anything yet,” senior linebacker Jelani Stafford said Tuesday. “Everyone is excited. The media is excited. …
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