In the first year of the 12-team expanded College Football Playoff, eight teams played in what was called the “first round.” Of the four games, one was not met with the same ire as the other three and it was Texas’ 38-24 win over Clemson at home in Austin. Clemson took a 7-0 lead on the opening drive and Texas …
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What new Jacksonville State football coach Charles Kelly said about first two staff hires
Jacksonville State football’s coaching staff is still in a work in progress. The biggest step was the hire on Charles Kelly that was made official on Saturday, and he was introduced to local media on Sunday. During his first press conference, he gave some insight into the coaching staff. The Gamecocks announced that offensive line coach Rick Trickett would be …
Read More »Bill Belichick makes a splash with latest addition to UNC football coaching staff
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – NOVEMBER 02: Defensive coordinator Steve Belichick of the Washington Huskies looks on before the game against the USC Trojans at Husky Stadium on November 02, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images) Despite struggling through their regular season, the North Carolina Tar Heels have a ton of excitement within their football program right now. On …
Read More »Wisconsin top transfer target includes Badgers in final schools
Wisconsin top remaining defensive tackle transfer target Joshua Donald included the Badgers in his list of finalists on Saturday. Wisconsin made the list along with Houston, Kansas State, Boise State and Tulane. The veteran tackle has visits scheduled for three of the five: Wisconsin, Kansas State and Houston. Donald registered 32 total tackles, 5 1/2 tackles for loss, three sacks, …
Read More »Why the State of Alabama will be key for Jax State’s Charles Kelly recruiting strategy
One of the biggest things that new Jacksonville State football coach Charles Kelly will bring to the Gamecocks will be his recruiting prowess. Kelly has become known as one of the top recruiters in the nation helping Auburn land two of its Class of 2025 prizes in Anquon Fegans and Derick Smith. He also helped Alabama land plenty of big …
Read More »Ohio State grade card: Buckeyes make day and night turnaround
Dec. 22—A grade card on Ohio State’s 42-17 win over Tennessee in a first-round College Football Playoff game: OFFENSE: A The results were outstanding and unlike the Michigan game so was the offensive game plan. When five of OSU’s first six offensive plays, including a 37-yard touchdown pass from Will Howard to Jeremiah Smith, were passes it was clear the …
Read More »Franklin, Penn State continue quest after overcoming pressure to beat SMU [opinion]
The relief on James Franklin’s face was visible. The emotion in his voice was clear. Make no mistake that there was an enormous amount of pressure on Franklin and Penn State to win Saturday’s College Football Playoff game. The Nittany Lions were 8.5-point favorites against 10th-ranked SMU playing in blustery weather at Beaver Stadium. Win and advance to the CFP …
Read More »It’s Beau time: Missouri football lands Penn State transfer quarterback Beau Pribula
It’s Beau time. Missouri football has found its transfer quarterback, securing a commitment from Penn State transfer Beau Pribula on Sunday. The news was first reported by Matt Zenitz of 247Sports, and the Missouri football X account later posted confirmation that Pribula has signed. The Tigers have actively been trying to find a potential replacement for graduating starter Brady Cook, …
Read More »Mizzou lands Penn State QB, Beau Pribula, from the transfer portal
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The University of Missouri football team has what appears to be it’s next quarterback according to new reports. Matt Zenitz, a college football insider, announced on X that Penn State transfer QB, Beau Pribula has committed to Mizzou. Pribula was considered to be one of the top QBs left in the transfer portal. Texans wide receiver …
Read More »5-star WR, Tampa Bay Tech’s Dallas Wilson signs with Florida football after Oregon flip
Billy Napier and Florida football made the two-hour drive to Tampa on Friday for the Gasparilla Bowl vs. Tulane. The visit to Hillsborough County ended up becoming a little more sweet for the Gators as they landed the commitment of one of the top wide receiver prospects in the county, state and nation — right from the Bay Area. Dallas …
Read More »UF football transfer tracker: Gators add back-up QB, UMass edge rusher
GAINESVILLE — Florida’s four-game winning streak, recruiting spike and potential for success with quarterback DJ Lagway has intensified the competition for a roster spot, much less a key role. One critical role is depth behind Lagway. Enter Charlotte quarterback Deshawn Purdie, who accounted for 11 touchdowns as a true freshman for the 49ers. Purdie committed after spending multiple days in …
Read More »Colorado flips transfer wide receiver from conference rival
Sep 14, 2024; Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA; Tulsa Golden Hurricane wide receiver Joseph Williams (8) warms up before a game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Skelly Field at H.A. Chapman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-Imagn Images After initially committing to Utah late last week, former Tulsa wide receiver Joseph Williams has now flipped his transfer pledge in favor of Colorado. …
Read More »Spartans offer South Alabama transfer DL
Sep 19, 2024; Boone, North Carolina, USA; Appalachian State Mountaineers running back Maquel Haywood (28) runs past South Alabama Jaguars defensive lineman Jordan Norman (21) and linebacker Aakil Washington (10) during the second half at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images Michigan State football has extended an offer to a transfer defensive lineman from South Alabama. Jordan Norman …
Read More »Michigan State football lands Big Ten defensive line transfer
Sparty takes the field before Michigan State’s football game against Purdue on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Michigan State football has earned the third commitment of the day on Sunday when the Spartans gained the commitment of a fellow Big Ten transfer. Anelu Lafaele has made the move to commit to Michigan State. Lafaele was …
Read More »5-star Tampa Bay Tech receiver Dallas Wilson flips to Gators
Less than 48 hours after hoisting a faux treasure chest awarded to the Gasparilla Bowl champion, Billy Napier landed an even more coveted cache. Five-star recruit Dallas Wilson, a Tampa Bay Tech receiver who initially signed with Oregon, signed with Florida upon a weekend visit to Gainesville. Wilson, who caught 41 passes for 677 yards and nine touchdowns at Tampa …
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