Whether it was an ACC, SEC, Big Ten or Big 12 coach taking the podium at media days, one theme remained consistent: In an era where revenue sharing and NIL opportunities swiftly can steer athletes toward the transfer portal, programs across the country are racing to master the art of player retention.
Notre Dame athletic director supports 16-team playoff with 11 at-large teams
The Big Ten's idea to guarantee eight of 16 spots to itself and the SEC in an expanded playoff isn't garnering much support.
Fact or fiction?: Alabama will make the College Football Playoff
Alabama retooled with an effective offseason, but is it enough to make the playoff in the face of a tough schedule, with a new starting quarterback?
Indiana’s mindset won’t change in 2025 — and that’s exactly the point
Indiana football, once a perennial punchline, turned heads in 2024 with its first ever trip to the College Football Playoff. But don’t expect the mood in Bloomington to be any different this fall.
College football betting preview: One bet I like for (almost) every week this season
Handicapper Matt Russell provides a wager he likes for college football Games of the Year in Weeks 2-14.
2025 college football betting preview: Four games to bet right now
Looking to fade North Carolina? A matchup against Clemson on Oct. 4 provides a good spot.
Deion Sanders lifestyle changes at Colorado after surgery: ‘Can I make it through a game?’
Colorado coach Deion Sanders had his bladder removed after doctors discovered cancer, but what does that mean for his life and job? What we know.
Vote now for the Detroit Free Press Boys Prep Preseason Athlete of the Week
This week's nominees include the top quarterbacks headed into the MHSAA 2025 season.
Florida QB DJ Lagway sidelined to open fall camp with a calf strain
Florida quarterback DJ Lagway will open fall camp from the sidelines.
Connor Stalions: A complete timeline of the Michigan football sign-stealing scandal
Breaking down the most important updates of the Michigan football sign-stealing scandal since the investigation was first announced.
DB Boo Carter with Vols but work to do before hitting field for Tennessee, coach says
Tennessee coach Josh Heupel said Tuesday that sophomore defensive back Boo Carter is with the Volunteers as they start preseason practice.
Michigan State football: Less roster churn brings more wins, Jonathan Smith hopes
Second-year coach Jonathan Smith wants Michigan State football to be a developmental program, and he's banking on roster retention to yield results.
Former Ohio State linebacker Jack Sawyer harps on 2022 loss to Michigan
Jack Sawyer never beat Michigan while playing at Ohio State. He said the Buckeyes' 2022 loss to the Wolverines 'feels weird.'
Colorado RB Charlie Offerdahl retires from football after repeated concussions
Offerdahl scored a touchdown with the Buffaloes last season.
Central Michigan hit with NCAA Notice of Allegations tied to Michigan sign-stealing case
Central Michigan received a Notice of Allegations from the NCAA purportedly for its role in the sign-stealing scandal involving Michigan.