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For the first time on one of their home turfs, Tennessee and Ohio State will meet this Saturday in a first-round College Football Playoff matchup. The No. 9-seeded Volunteers will head into “The Horseshoe” to take on the No. 8-seeded Buckeyes, marking only the second meeting in history between these two storied programs. Out of […]

One of the more high-profile moves of this transfer portal season actually came from a team that is preparing for the College Football Playoff. Penn State backup quarterback Beau Pribula announced that he was leaving the Nittany Lions to enter the portal and would not be sticking around for the CFP. Pribula is a talented […]

As one of the first Power Five schools to begin bowl season, Florida (7-5) will end the year against Tulane (9-4) in the 2024 Gasparilla Bowl. It is time to continue our college football odds series with a Tulane-Florida prediction and pick. Florida is coming off a dominant win over rival Florida State to end […]

Ron Rivera knows a thing or two about being a great coach and achieving success at the NFL level. The 62-year-old is best known for leading both the Carolina Panthers and Washington Commanders as the head coach of both franchises. It was with the Panthers where he won the NFL Coach of the Year award […]

NFL great and current Fox Sports NFL analyst Michael Vick has been hired as the next head coach of Norfolk State University, per multiple reports. The move follows reports that Sacramento State University looked to secure his services, touting FBS ambitions and an expansive NIL budget. The chatter of Vick being in the running to […]

Ahead of Penn State football’s battle with SMU on Dec. 21, the program has lost one of its most exciting quarterbacks in the rotation. Beau Pribula has hit the transfer portal as the Nittany Lions get ready for Saturday’s matchup at Beaver Stadium. The College Football Playoff is about to heat up, and this was […]

Colorado football player Travis Hunter is getting the respect and praise from an opposing coach. BYU offensive coordinator Aaron Roderick is in awe of Hunter, and said as much before the upcoming Alamo Bowl. post practice interviews 🎙️@CoachRoderick pic.twitter.com/nY3iGPEXpV — BYU FOOTBALL (@BYUfootball) December 17, 2024 “I mean he’s an unbelievable player, to play a […]

Alabama cornerback Jaylen Mbakwe is sending a clear message, after deciding to return to school. Mbakwe announced Tuesday he would be withdrawing from the transfer portal, per On3. The cornerback posted on Instagram with the news. Jaylen Mbakwe on Instagram pic.twitter.com/2uxuygBE1C — Nick Kelly (@_NickKelly) December 17, 2024 Mbakwe’s message said “I’m not leavin,” a […]

It’s common for coaches to bounce around different schools, but Alex Grinch takes it to another level. The former Wisconsin, USC, and Oklahoma defensive coordinator now joins UCF football in the same role. Grinch released a statement on Tuesday, via the program’s website. “I’m honored and excited to join UCF as the defensive coordinator,” said […]

The college football offseason isn’t quite here yet, but one of the most important aspects of it is. The transfer portal opened up on December 9th, and it will be an important tool for the Missouri football team this offseason. Head coach Eliah Drinkwitz led the Tigers to another solid year this season as they […]

Two conference champions hit the field as Ohio faces Jacksonville State. It is time to continue our college football odds series with an Ohio-Jacksonville State prediction and pick. Ohio-Jacksonville State Last Game – Matchup History Ohio comes into the game at 10-3 on the year. They opened up with a loss to Syracuse before two […]

Heading into the 2024 Heisman Trophy ceremony, it was widely assumed that it would be a closely contested race between Travis Hunter and Ashton Jeanty. Hunter had an unprecedented season, as he was a true two-way player who excelled at both receiver and cornerback. Jeanty, meanwhile, had one of the best rushing seasons ever, all […]

The winter transfer portal woes continue for universities, with this instance happening to USC football. The Trojans are losing Zachariah and Zion Branch to the transfer portal, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel. The tweet also mentions how the brothers are expected to go to their next destination together. USC football went 6-6 on the year […]

Penn State football will be without backup quarterback Beau Pribula after he entered the transfer portal. Nittany Lions alum Micah Parsons spoke on his podcast about his problem with the NCAA and the transfer portal this time of year. “Our backup QB Beau (Pribula) is leaving with an impossible decision,” Parsons said. “He’s going to […]

Former UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka is still looking for a new home. Sluka has a visit set to Memphis, per 247 Sports. Sluka also visited Liberty. He also played at Holy Cross in his college career. The quarterback has thrown for more than 6,000 yards in college, while also rushing for more than 3,000 yards. […]

Tennessee makes their College Football Playoff debut as they visit Ohio State in the first round. It is time to continue our college football odds series with a Tennessee-Ohio State prediction and pick. Tennessee-Ohio State Last Game – Matchup History Tennessee comes into the game sitting at 10-2 on the year. They won their first […]

Clemson stole a bid when they beat SMU in the ACC Championship and is excited to be here. Then, Texas is in line for a revenge spot after losing in the SEC Championship to Georgia. It is time to continue our college football odds series with a Clemson-Texas prediction and pick. Clemson-Texas Last Game – […]

Two conference runner-ups face off as SMU faces Penn State in the first round of the College Football Playoffs. It is time to continue our college football odds series with an SMU-Penn State prediction and pick. SMU-Penn State Last Game – Matchup History SMU enters the game at 11-2 on the year. They lost their […]

The offseason isn’t quite here yet for the Michigan football team, but they are already focusing on one of the most important aspects of the offseason: the transfer portal. The transfer portal will be huge for Sherrone Moore and the Wolverines as they had a lot of inexperienced players starting this year, and they will […]

Just days after incumbent starter Michael Van Buren left Mississippi State for Georgia, Jeff Lebby already has a new quarterback to work with. After a 2-10 finish in 2024, the Bulldogs landed former Florida State quarterback Luke Kromenhoek from the transfer portal, per On3 Sports. Kromenhoek started three games for the Seminoles as a freshman […]

Nebraska football is on the verge of losing one of its best players from the 2024 season, with star running back Dante Dowdell leaving the Cornhuskers via the transfer portal, according to Steve Wilfong of On3. “On3 has been told that Nebraska sophomore running back Dante Dowdell has taken the steps towards entering the Transfer […]

While the SEC is college football’s best conference, Auburn football (5-7, 2-6 SEC) is a prime example that not all of its teams are top-notch. The Tigers were one of the conference’s weakest squads in 2024, but their transfer class should improve things next year. Auburn landed USC offensive tackle Mason Murphy in the portal, via […]

Bill Belichick is hitting the recruiting trail as head coach of North Carolina, something Tom Brady said earlier this month that he could never envision him doing. On an appearance on FOX NFL Kickoff, Brady, Julian Edelman and Rob Gronkowski poked fun at the idea of their former New England Patriots head coach recruiting teenagers. […]

The No. 10 seed Indiana Hoosiers head to South Bend to take on the No. 7 seed Notre Dame Fighting Irish for round one of the College Football Playoff! Below we will continue our college football odds series with an Indiana-Notre Dame prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the […]

Missouri football landed a very talented player from the transfer portal. Former West Virginia linebacker Josiah Trotter committed to the Tigers, per ESPN. Trotter is the son of former Philadelphia Eagles star Jeremiah Trotter, a NFL Pro Bowler. Josiah Trotter posted 92 tackles in the West Virginia football program. He played just one season for […]

Clemson football doesn’t take too many transfers. The Tigers coach Dabo Swinney has been vocal in the past about his reservations with them. Things however may soon be changing. Clemson is taking a transfer this offseason, in wide receiver Tristan Smith from Southeast Missouri State. Smith is making a promise to Tigers fans. “I’ll make […]

With all of the news surrounding Bill Belichick joining North Carolina football, the former New England Patriots head coach had another shot taken at him by a former player. Ross Tucker went on the Dan Patrick Show and explained why he believes Belichick will not coach a single game for the Tar Heels. “Looking at […]

Michigan football is adding two new players from the transfer portal. The Wolverines are picking up former Arkansas defensive backs Tevis and TJ Metcalf, per On3. Both players will add some depth to the Michigan secondary. TJ especially put together a solid tenure in Fayetteville, recording 71 total tackles. He also posted three interceptions. Tevis […]

Sam Houston plays in their first FBS Bowl game as they face Georgia Southern in the R&L Carriers New Orleans bowl. It is time to continue our college football odds series with a Georgia Southern-Sam Houston R&L Carriers New Orleans Bowl prediction and pick. Georgia Southern-Sam Houston Last Game – Matchup History Georgia Southern comes […]

Ohio State football star wideout Jeremiah Smith is generating buzz with a social media post hyping up the Buckeyes’ clash against Tennessee. The College Football Playoff showdown will pit two historic programs against each other in “The Horseshoe.” Despite the fallout from the loss against Michigan, Ryan Day has a chance to prove himself in […]

A credible college football insider revealed why Georgia football is primed for a deep run despite the injury to Carson Beck. The Bulldogs are unsure when their star quarterback will return from his UCL injury. Sophomore quarterback Gunner Stockton stepped in for Beck to lead Georgia to an SEC championship victory over No. 3 Texas. […]

The offseason isn’t here yet for the Ohio State football team as they are in the College Football Playoff, but the Buckeyes need to juggle an important part of the offseason with their playoff preparation. That important aspect is the transfer portal. The portal is always crucial as it allows teams to bring in experienced […]

Travis Hunter’s fiancée Leanna Lenee is speaking out amid claims that her fiancé was not her “type” at first. In a TikTok video uploaded on Monday, Dec. 16, Lenee explained why she decided to ignore Hunter when he reached out to her.  She explained that “attractiveness” was not the reason despite saying he wasn’t her […]

Fox Sports NFL analyst and former football great Michael Vick has caused a stir in the college football world as he’s been linked to two open head coaching positions Reports emerged this week linking Vick to the head coaching vacancy at Sacramento State, with Sacramento State President J. Luke Wood confirming discussions with the former […]

Arizona State football has “activated the Valley” with its epic run to the 2024 Big 12 title. Enthusiasm is flooding the desert. Now, head coach Kenny Dillingham faces an even crucial offseason. Dillingham and his coaches know that the Sun Devils must capitalize on this season. Fans now know ASU as one of the first-ever […]

Alabama football has a tight end returning to the program after briefly entering the transfer portal. First-year head coach Kalen DeBoer has had an up-and-down season in Tuscaloosa. With three losses total, the Crimson Tide controversly missed the inaugural twelve-team College Football Playoff over SMU. Embarrassing SEC losses to Vanderbilt and Oklahoma ultimately doomed Alabama […]

The offseason is here for the Wisconsin football team as they failed to make a bowl game, and it is time to start focusing on one of the most important aspects of the offseason: the transfer portal. The transfer portal will be big for the Badgers this season as head coach Luke Fickell struggled again […]

Colorado football and head coach Deion Sanders fired the early warning: The Buffaloes are hitting the portal like never before. “Coach Prime” and CU just swooped up a huge Alabama weapon Monday following Sanders’ season finale words. Sanders and CU swooped up former Alabama defensive tackle Jehiem Oatis from the transfer portal, per Hayes Fawcett […]

Penn State football delivered an aggressive move with SMU and the College Football Playoffs on deck. The Nittany Lions addressed wide receiver in a big way, via USC. Former Trojans star wide receiver Kyron Hudson is off to State College, per Pete Nakos of On3.com. He comes to Penn State as one of its most prized […]