Missouri’s Eli Drinkwitz shoots down Florida State rumors
Missouri head coach Eli Drinkwitz isn't interested in Florida State.
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Kenny Darby signs NIL deal with Nike
Freshman Kentucky wide receiver Kenny Darby lands an NIL deal with Nike, highlighting the Wildcats' rapid rise under first‑year head coach Will Stein. In just eight games, Darby records 38 catches for 507 yards and three touchdowns, tying for the team lead in yards per reception (13.3) and sitting one reception shy of the team lead. He’s also 13 receptions and 122 yards away from breaking Kentucky’s freshman receiving records. The deal comes as Kentucky prepares for a key matchup at Tennessee and awaits the inaugural College Football Playoff rankings.
Stephen A. Smith Demands Investigation into Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama $87.5M Extension with Nick Saban Comparison: “For What?”
Stephen A. Smith calls for an investigation into Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer's $87.5 million extension, questioning why the school granted a seven‑year deal after just a 20‑8 record in his first two seasons. The critic notes DeBoer’s $12.5 million annual salary and $10 million buyout, asking if he’s worthy of replacing Nick Saban. With Alabama and LSU both sitting at 6‑2, Smith and analyst Paul Finebaum warn that the upcoming LSU clash at Tiger Stadium could decide the Crimson Tide’s playoff fate, intensifying scrutiny on DeBoer’s contract and performance.
Roberts talks defense entering matchup at Auburn
Roberts talks defense entering matchup at Auburn
Watch - Coach Ferentz Press Conference | Nov. 3
Watch - Coach Ferentz Press Conference | Nov. 3
Preseason College Football Playoff favorite ‘not dead yet’ despite 3 losses
The Oregon Ducks, once preseason No. 2, sit 5‑3 after a 34‑27 win over Boise State, a 39‑31 loss to Oklahoma State and the loss of Heisman favorite Dante Moore to a head injury. Despite the setbacks, ESPN’s Rece Davis says the Ducks aren’t out of the playoff race. To reach the Big Ten title, Oregon must win out, hope UCLA stays undefeated, and hope Indiana and Illinois both fall. Quarterback Dylan Raiola, now the starter, threw for 336 yards and three TDs in a 34‑26 victory over Northwestern. Next up is Ohio State, a win that could reignite Oregon’s CFP hopes.
Kalen DeBoer Gives Positive Update On Ryan Coleman-Williams And Other Bama Injuries Ahead Of LSU Game
Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer assures fans that injured standouts, including wide receiver Ryan Coleman‑Williams, are progressing well ahead of the LSU showdown on Nov. 3. He outlines rehabilitation steps for the recent spate of Bama injuries and hints at how the recovered players could impact the SEC clash.
Michigan State Remains Active In 2028 With Offer To 4-Star Corner
Michigan State jumps into the 2028 recruiting race by extending an offer to Pennsylvania cornerback Kaleb Woseley, a 4‑star prospect ranked No. 11 in the state and No. 36 nationally at his position. The Philadelphia‑born recruit posted his excitement on Twitter on Oct. 28, confirming the offer alongside interest from Texas A&M, South Carolina, Florida State, Nebraska, Colorado, Virginia Tech, West Virginia, Alabama, Oregon and Ole Miss. Woseley’s 247Sports rating sits at 89 with a .8948 composite, making him one of the top corners in the Northeast and the latest defensive addition by head coach Pat Fitzgerald, who has focused primarily on offensive linemen this offseason.
Predicting every SEC team’s final record after Week 9
Saturday Down South projects the SEC regular‑season outcomes after Week 9. Georgia, riding a 7‑1 start, is slated for an 11‑1 finish despite three straight ranked matchups. Alabama (6‑2) can reach 10‑2 with a win at LSU, but a loss likely ends its CFP hopes. Kentucky (7‑1) eyes a 9‑3 finish unless it beats Tennessee, which could push it toward 11‑1. LSU, also 6‑2, is predicted to finish 9‑3, while Florida (5‑3) settles at 8‑4 after a Georgia loss. Auburn, Mississippi State and Arkansas are expected to land around .500, and Oklahoma is headed for a 5‑7 bowl‑miss. The preview maps each team’s path to the postseason.
BYU football releases depth chart for rivalry game against Utah
Rivalry week depth chart for the 7th ranked Cougars.
Duce Robinson Out for Season With Torn ACL at Florida State
Florida State senior WR Dupe Robinson tears his ACL in the second quarter of the Seminoles' 36-24 loss to Clemson, ending his 2026 season. The injury drops FSU to 3-5 and widens a three‑game losing streak. Coach Mike Norvell confirms Robinson will miss the rest of the year. The Seminoles now rely on Micahi Danzy, Jayvan Boggs, Jasen Lopez, freshman Devin Carter and sophomore Tae’Shaun Gelsey, while also coping with the loss of Ousmane Kromah and Samuel Singleton Jr. Robinson finishes with 24 catches, 438 yards and four TDs after a breakout 2025 season, and may return for a fifth year if he recovers.
Ty Benefield Breaks Down LSU Defense Ahead Of Alabama Showdown
In his first season with LSU, transfer safety Ty Benefield dissects the Tigers' defensive strengths and weaknesses ahead of the November 5 showdown with Alabama. Benefield highlights the unit's size, physicality, and versatility, noting key playmakers and scheme adjustments that could tip the rivalry in LSU's favor.
2026 Marks Highest Stakes Holy War Ever
The 98th BYU‑Utah ‘Holy War’ on Nov. 3, 2026 is the rivalry’s most consequential ever. Both teams crack the top‑10 for the first time—Utah at No. 3 (undefeated) and BYU at No. 7 (6‑1 after a win over No. 2 Notre Dame and a loss to UCF). The winner locks up a likely spot in the Big 12 Championship and gains a huge boost toward the 12‑team College Football Playoff: Utah’s odds jump from 93.2% to 98.3%, while BYU’s rise from 41% to 71.3% hinges on a victory. National‑title implications loom for both clubs.
Notre Dame, Illinois Set Home-and-Home for 2027-28
Illinois announced a home-and-home football series with Notre Dame on Tuesday, setting up the first meeting between the two programs since 1968.
TJ Dottery Talks Preparation For Massive Clash With No. 9 Alabama
LSU linebacker TJ Dottery answers how the Tigers are gearing up for a showdown with No. 9 Alabama after senior Whit Weeks goes down. Now leading the nation’s fourth‑ranked defense—allowing just 258.1 yards per game—Dottery has amassed 58 tackles this season and shares his preparation routine, leadership role, and defensive strategy ahead of the November clash.
Mason Posa's 'embarrassed' message to the Wisconsin locker room must be a major wakeup call
Wisconsin needs leadership like Mason Posa. He has some really important words for his locker room.
Eli Drinkwitz shoots down FSU rumors: ‘I’m not a candidate at Florida State’
Missouri head coach Eli Drinkwitz dismisses speculation that he’s eyeing the Florida State job, insisting his focus is on the Tigers’ upcoming game against Texas. Drinkwitz, who has led Mizzou to two 10‑win seasons and six straight bowl appearances, says he’s “not a candidate at Florida State” and wants to eliminate distractions. Missouri (6‑2, 3‑2 SEC) sits with a 9.3% CFP chance per ESPN’s FPI and faces Texas, Georgia and Kentucky in the next three weeks. The press conference underscores his commitment to Missouri’s season.
The CW reportedly interested in licensing College Football Playoff games from ESPN
The CW is eyeing a slice of the College Football Playoff (CFP) as ESPN plans to expand the field to 24 teams next season. Senior VP of sports Michael Perman told Front Office Sports the network is interested in licensing CFP games, building on its existing ACC, Pac‑12, and Mountain West deals—all sublicensed from ESPN. ESPN may offer up to six new first‑ and second‑round games to a partner, and The CW’s existing streaming partnership with ESPN could make it a natural fit. Meanwhile, rivals like TNT (Skydance) hold sublicenses for five games under the current 12‑team format, and other rights such as the French Open and MLS could also become available as Skydance reshuffles its portfolio. The move signals The CW’s ambition to become a major player in the evolving sports‑rights market.
Sam Leavitt Discusses Offensive Improvement And First LSU-Alabama Game
LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt says the Tigers' offense is finally clicking, crediting recent scheme tweaks and his own growth as he prepares for his first showdown against No. 9 Alabama. Leavitt highlights how the No. 15 LSU squad (6‑2, 3‑2 SEC) has become more explosive and balanced, and he looks to capitalize on that momentum in the crucial rivalry game against the Crimson Tide (6‑2, 4‑2).
IU football notebook: Thoughts on Hoover, the boo birds, and CFP projections
Former college quarterbacks weigh in on Indiana's QB Josh Hoover, who’s struggled with a 43.2% completion rate, one TD and two picks over the past two weeks against Michigan and Minnesota. FOX analyst Joel Klatt says Hoover winced after throws in the Ohio State loss and suspects a right‑shoulder issue affecting his accuracy, while ex‑FSU QB Danny Kanell believes Hoover is “much more hurt than they’re letting on.” Meanwhile, long‑time radio voice Don Fischer rebukes the boos aimed at the 8‑1 Hoosiers after a shaky Minnesota game. As the first CFP rankings drop Tuesday, projections for Indiana range from No. 5 to No. 11, with the team hovering between a first‑round bye and a play‑in game.
Blessed & Honored: Home Weekend Yields More Offers
Penn State’s recruiting surge intensifies after a home win over Purdue on Oct. 31, 2026. The Nittany Lions extended offers to five prospects: three‑star 2027 QB Ben Rolapp (previously pledged to Boston College), 2028 Ohio linebacker Brock Biggs, 2029 Maryland DL Asa Benjamin, 2029 Ohio QB Wyatt Wolfe, and two 2029 Pennsylvania commits—OT Nabree Brown‑Lyles and edge rusher Tristan Alexander—from Imhotep Institute. Rolapp joins other power‑conference suitors like Virginia, Syracuse and Duke, while Biggs adds Penn State to his West Virginia and Purdue offers. The influx aims to replenish the QB room and bolster in‑state talent after recent departures.
Trey’Dez Green Talks Return To The Field And Top 15 Matchup With Alabama
LSU’s star tight end Trey’Dez Green returns to the lineup after missing four games with a knee injury, debuting in the Tigers’ win over Auburn before the bye. Green registers five catches in his comeback, boosting LSU’s offense ahead of a high‑stakes top‑15 showdown with Alabama on Nov. 3, 2026. The article details his recovery, impact on the team, and the significance of the upcoming rivalry.
Badgers grades, snap counts on defense from Week 9 vs. Iowa: The secondary struggled
The Wisconsin Badgers were blanked 30-0 by Iowa on Oct. 24, dropping to 5-3 and falling out of the AP Top 25. While the defensive line limited Iowa to 3.6 yards per carry, the secondary and pass rush faltered, allowing quarterback Hank Brown a 2.57‑second release and only five pressures on 25 dropbacks. Standout defenders were OLB Sebastian Cheeks (47 snaps, 81.4 grade, four pressures) and LB Cooper Catalano (64 snaps, 91.5 grade, 16 tackles). Cornerbacks struggled, with Jai’mier Scott posting a 52.5 grade and three penalties. Defensive coordinator Mike Tressel’s game plan drew criticism for the lack of blitzes.
You’re Nuts: Which Ohio State player did you think played well against USC?
Ohio State fell 30-18 to USC on Oct. 31, but the blog spotlights the Buckeyes’ bright spots. Kicker Connor Hawkins nailed all four field goals, including a 47‑yard try, giving Ohio State its only points. Defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. also impressed, logging four tackles, 1.5 for loss and a forced fumble while playing most defensive snaps after returning from injury. Readers are invited to name the player they think performed best.
Matt Rhule Says a Frustrated Nebraska Fan Said “F You” to His 13-Year-Old Daughter
Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule says his 13‑year‑old daughter was verbally abused after the Cornhuskers fell to 5‑3 with a third straight loss. A fan allegedly shouted, “F‑you and F‑your dad,” prompting Rhule to question staying in a role that endangers his family. The post notes Rhule’s four‑year tenure, a $48 million contract with six years remaining, and his mixed coaching record (71‑65 in college, 11‑27 in the NFL). The author also reflects on a similar incident from a 2011 college basketball game.
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