Syracuse (3‑4, 1‑4 ACC) seeks to extend its first win of the season against 19th‑ranked SMU (6‑1, 4‑1) on Saturday in the Dome. The Orange aim to lean on their revived rushing attack to control the clock and force quarterback Kevin Jennings into mistakes, while SMU’s potent offense averages eight more points per game than Syracuse. Defensively, Syracuse must stay disciplined against SMU’s 300+ passing yards per game and limit the Mustangs’ ability to gain free yards, hoping to force turnovers against a unit that has allowed just eight sacks all season. The game could determine whether SMU’s ACC and CFP hopes survive a tough schedule ahead.
Arizona beat Iowa State 39-3 at Casino Del Sol Stadium. The big Homecoming win made Arizona 6-1. It also moved the team into the AP Top 25 at No. 22. The Wildcats were already on a five-game winning streak. The win meant a lot to them and specially head coach Brent Bennan. So he wanted […]
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UCLA Bruins had a massive turnaround in 2026 after Bob Chesney was hired as their head coach in December 2025. He joined UCLA when they were going through a rough patch. Chesney took over a program that needed a complete rebuild. Now, they are currently ranked 7 in the country with legitimate chance of making […]
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The Oregon Ducks college football program are collapsing on the field, with very poor results. They have fallen to a 4-3 overall record (2-2 in Big Ten play) after starting the season ranked No. 2 in the AP Poll. The team is currently unranked and virtually eliminated from College Football Playoff contention. There is much […]
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Darian Mensah has emerged as a potential first-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft after transferring to Miami and becoming PFF's highest-graded college quarterback through the first half of 2026. His accuracy, quick release and anticipation make him an intriguing NFL prospect, although his pocket discipline and performance under pressure raise questions.
Kirk Herbstreit is a prominent figure in the college football world, having played as a quarterback at Ohio State University from 1989 to 1993. He is currently serving as a lead analyst on College GameDay since August 1996 and as a premier college football game analyst alongside Chris Fowler for ABC and ESPN. Despite his […]
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Brian Kelly is a famous college football coach, who has years of experience. He is best known for his time with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, where he became the program’s all-time winningest coach with 113 victories. He later joined the Louisiana State University as their head coach, before getting fired last year. Kelly has […]
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Kalen DeBoer and the Alabama Crimson Tide have received quite a shocking news recently. The college football program is currently third in the SEC with a 4-2 record, and has an overall 6-2 record. The team beat the Texas A&M Aggies barely with a 31-20 score. While things are going fairly well on the field, […]
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Miami vs North Carolina preview breaks down Saturday's Kenan Stadium matchup, with the No. 1 Hurricanes' offense facing a Tar Heels defense off an OT loss.
Who the Gators will start in the Cocktail Party against the Bulldogs is shrouded in mystery two days from kickoff.
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After Texas Tech’s 37‑24 defeat to Cincinnati, megadonor Cody Campbell warned the program of "no excuse" and sparked speculation about head coach Joey McGuire’s future. In a follow‑up X post, Campbell affirmed that McGuire’s job is secure, calling him a "perfect fit" and hinting at a possible contract extension and raise. The donor’s comments, which also touched on the rising influence of wealthy boosters in college football and the sport’s NIL economics, quash rumors linking the Red Raiders to candidates like USC’s Lincoln Riley or Oklahoma State’s Eric Morris. Campbell stresses that the investment in Texas Tech’s costly roster must translate into wins.
ESPN’s latest top‑100 list spots two Indiana University players among college basketball’s elite for the 2026‑27 season. Power forward Aiden Sherrell lands at No. 62 after a sophomore year at Alabama where he averaged 11.1 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2.2 blocks while shooting 53.9% (33.8% from three). The league’s top interior defender, as noted by Myron Medcalf, will bolster the Hoosiers’ defense. Guard Markus Burton, the 2023 Indiana Mr. Basketball, is ranked No. 69; after injuries, he posted 19.1 points, 3.8 assists and 1.8 steals per game at Notre Dame. Both are expected to be key pieces in Indiana’s Big Ten title push.
The article argues that Notre Dame’s football schedule, already strong under the upcoming 24‑team playoff format, should become even tougher. While the Irish now run a 10‑2 model, the author urges them to add another Power‑4 opponent each season—suggesting swaps like Kent State for Kansas, Mississippi State or Colorado, and pushing for marquee games with USC, BYU or Wisconsin in future years. By playing 11 Power‑4 teams instead of 10, Notre Dame could set a new standard for independents and boost its playoff chances.
Arizona State heads to Provo for an Arizona State vs BYU preview that finds the Cougars looking to answer their first loss in six weeks. BYU, ranked No.
On the latest edition of the Nightcap podcast, Shannon Sharpe announced that he would not be broadcasting live from North Carolina at his homecoming. On October 26, Nightcap announced that they would be broadcasting from North Carolina A&T on Thursday afternoon at 1:15 pm. However, Sharpe detailed a process of miscommunication and changing requirements after […]
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No. 4 Indiana hosts Minnesota on Oct. 31 at Memorial Stadium, with kickoff at 3:30 p.m. ET on CBS. The Hoosiers (7‑1) come off a 13‑6 OT win at Michigan, led by QB Josh Hoover’s 1,741 passing yards, 18 TDs and just one interception. Minnesota (5‑2) relies on a ball‑hawk defense that has forced 13 takeaways and boasts a +5 turnover margin, but its ground game lags at 100.1 rushing yards per game. Key matchups include Indiana’s balanced attack versus the Gophers’ secondary, and whether Minnesota can limit Hoover’s 43.6% third‑down conversion rate. Both teams enter on four‑of‑five winning streaks, making this a pivotal contest for CFP hopes.
Auburn Tigers vs Ole Miss Rebels preview breaks down form, stats and projected starters for Saturday's Oct. 31 game at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium.
The FCS Football Week 9 Preview & Predictions spans the nation for top games and storylines. South Dakota at SDSU is the Game of the Week.
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No. 19 SMU heads to the JMA Wireless Dome on Oct. 31 for a showdown with Syracuse, aiming for a seventh win after a 59-20 blowout of California. The Mustangs (6‑1, 36.4 ppg, 470.3 yds/game) rely on quarterback Kevin Jennings (19 TDs, 73.3% completion) and RB Kendrick Raphael (641 yards, 8 TDs). Syracuse (3‑4, 31.6 ppg, 450.6 yds/game) rides QB Steve Angeli and WR Umari Hatcher (887 yards, 8 TDs) after back‑to‑back OT victories. The key battle: SMU’s high‑powered passing attack versus a Orange defense that has forced 13 takeaways. If Syracuse can pressure Jennings and create turnovers, they could stay within reach of SMU’s 36‑point average; otherwise the Mustangs’ efficiency should prevail.
No. 5 Notre Dame looks to answer its first loss of the season when it faces Navy on Saturday, Oct. 31, at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
Syracuse football will host top-20 SMU on Halloween. Here's how to watch, the latest odds and much more in this ACC clash.
Texas Tech University signs a near‑$1 million deal with Skydance’s sports studio to produce a new documentary series on the Red Raiders football program, reversing the usual model where producers pay schools for access. The agreement, worth $999,999, marks an unprecedented financial commitment by a college to fund its own media narrative.
In Pac‑Mountain Pulse Ep. 15, hosts Derek Raridon and Dom Gutierrez debate the likely expansion of the College Football Playoff to 24 teams next season and explore how the change could reshape the postseason landscape. They zero in on Mountain West and Pac‑12 programs teetering on the bowl‑eligibility edge, outlining which clubs still have a realistic shot at a bowl game under the new format.
Syracuse’s red‑zone woes continue despite a respectable offense this season. In 22 ACC trips the Orange have turned in only nine touchdowns – a 40.9% conversion rate – largely because of quarterback instability and the loss of mobile back Tylik Hill. The blog breaks down each red‑zone series from games at North Carolina, Pitt, a recent win with third‑string QB Malachi Nelson, and a Louisville loss marred by a fumble, showing play‑calling patterns, yards gained and missed field goals. The analysis highlights that when Miller and Hill get the ball, Syracuse scores, but inconsistent play‑calls and turnovers keep them from capitalizing.
Freshman edge rusher Tariq Boney is already making his mark for Michigan. A four‑star recruit from Washington, D.C., Boney has appeared in five games since his debut against UTEP on Sept. 19, recording nine tackles and his first two career sacks. He credits senior mentors John Henry Daley and Dom Nichols, as well as defensive coordinator Jay Hill, for accelerating his development in one of the nation’s deepest pass‑rush groups. With a 590‑lb squat and a burst that beats blindside protectors, Boney is poised for increased snaps as Michigan’s rotation continues to evolve.