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THE FACTS: Minnesota led for most of the first half, trailed by two at the half and was within six points in the final 10 minutes before Missouri blitzed the Gophers to win by 23, 83-60. This was really a good game, encouraging for Gopher fans for 31 minutes, but eventually the depth and overall talent […]
Special thanks to Max Oelerking of Ski-U-Pod for discussing Minnesota’s roster with me on this week’s podcast: Minnesota’s 2025 season has at its core a major paradox. Last year the Gophers, through a combination of a soft schedule and strength at some key positions, in my second-order win algorithm should have won 11 or 12 […]
Missouri’s College Football Playoff hopes ended last Saturday in a dull thud against Texas A&M as the Tigers offense failed to gain any forward momentum for much of the contest. Kirby Moore’s unit was unable to compensate for the loss of two key starters, Beau Pribula and Brett Norfleet, against one of the nation’s top […]
The Tar Heels have been a media lightning rod since hiring legendary NFL coach Bill Belichick in the offseason. Despite all the off-field stories and the pretty terrible start to the season, the Heels have started to figure things out a little bit recently. After losing to both Cal and Virginia on basically 1 play […]
ESPN’s David Hale provided an updated ranking of P4 quarterbacks and I am sure that Syracuse fans won’t be too surprised by Rickie Collins ranking 66th in the update. That’s down 3 spots from the last ranking and only ahead of Wisconsin and Oklahoma State. Again it’s not all on Collins, but it does show […]
Wednesday was National Signing Day for all of the Minnesota Golden Gophers sports with the exception of football. Several Gophers teams inked their full recruiting classes for the 2026-27 seasons on Wednesday, while others will be spread out over the next few days, weeks and even months. As always recruits can get added to classes […]
THE TOP TWO TEAMS SQUARE OFF IN A MUST -WIN FOR THE AZTECS Boise State and San Diego State are both coming off of surprising defeats to conference foes. Who will show up? GAME INFO: Location: Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, California Date/Time: Saturday, November 15, 6:30 (Pacific Time) Television: CBS Sports Network Streaming: Radio: San […]
The Wisconsin Badgers secured a commitment from 2026 three-star running back Qwantavius Wiggins earlier this week, making a late addition to the class by flipping the former FIU commit. Wiggins, a native of Georgia, stands 5’10, 190 pounds, according to 247Sports, and hails from the same state as fellow Wisconsin 2026 running back commit Amari […]
Duke (5-4, 4-1) hosts Virginia (8-2, 5-1) on Saturday at 3:30 pm EST in a game between two of the five teams with only one conference loss. TV coverage provided by ESPN2. The Blue Devils are currently favored by 5.5 points. A Duke victory would keep the Blue Devils in the race for securing a […]
After a year of trusting another defensive coordinator, head coach Brent Venables is back to acting as the DC this year. And, well, they’re giving up all of 14 points per game – one of the best in the entire country. The’ve absolutely stymied most of their schedule, but Michigan, Auburn, and South Carolina haven’t […]
After one week of college basketball, Ohio State women’s basketball is 1-0. The uncertainty of an offseason full of roster changes made way for a convincing, at times, victory over the Coppin State Eagles. Now, the Buckeyes have what on paper looks like another tune-up game before a trip to Connecticut over the weekend. The […]
Week 11 saw many of the top teams in the College Football Playoff rankings get wins. Ohio State, Texas A&M, Alabama, and Georgia all won fairly easily against conference opponents. Indiana and Oregon needed late-game heroics in order to win, but got it done when it mattered. The big matchup of the weekend came courtesy […]
ANTONIO WILLIAMS IS GOING TO BE A PROBLEM IF LOUISVILLE DOESN’T HAVE A PLAN Jacob De Jesus was targeted 23 times last weekend, and yet, he was left single-covered and open for the final pass of the game. De Jesus is a former JUCO player who was lightly recruited throughout every aspect of his career. […]
Game notes Setting the scene Tulane threw its hat back in the mix for American Conference contention last Friday night, staving off a Memphis comeback for a signature road win. The Green Wave are now 26-3 in their last 29 regular season conference matchups, finally returning home for their first game in New Orleans since […]
Happy Thursday, everyone. Yeah, football is on Saturday, but who has time for that with 2nd-ranked Purdue visiting Coleman tonight? Alabama men’s basketball secured a win this past weekend that will likely go down as one of the best of the season, if not the best. The Crimson Tide went on the road to Madison Square […]
Week 10 had the injury bug hit the former Gophers again as they had several players not playing after getting banged up. A great game for Jack Gibbens helping the Patriots to a huge win over Tampa Bay. Here is how all the former Gophers did in Week 10. Baltimore Ravens Wek 10 @ Minnesota […]
Nevada football’s offense (or lack thereof) has been unifying theme in four-year struggle Nevada football has not been on the right track ever since Jay Norvell shockingly left for Colorado State, and Chris Murray of NevadaSportsNet believes the unifying theme is the obvious lack of offense. Read more above. Max Cutforth: Local Product, Now Starting […]
Here’s why I’m NOT worried about Saturday night when the Meadow Muffins come to town: 1. Texas rushes for only 135 a game. Georgia allows only 100 yards a game. One of these numbers is categorically good, yet both are good for Bulldog fans. The Burnt Orange Bevos returned a very talented RB in Quintrevion […]
The Nittany Lions and Spartans are both seeking their first conference win while battling for the Land Grant Trophy. Penn State (3-6, 0-6) vs. Michigan State (3-6, 0-6) Kickoff: 3:30 p.m., Spartan Stadium, East Lansing, MI The Betting Line: Penn State -7.5 TV: CBS, 3:30 p.m., Brad Nessler (play-by-play), Gary Danielson (analyst), Jenny Dell (sideline) Weather: A high of […]
We know that your life is busy, but that doesn’t mean you want to miss any news about your favorite team. So, we are rounding up all of the most important news, analysis, and commentary from LGHL and the rest of the Buckeye beat. For your Earholes… Land-Grant Podcast Network rolls out exciting new lineup […]
Caleb Williams’ second year as the Chicago Bears’ starting quarterback is going far better than his rookie season. Not only in Williams on pace to become the first 4,000-yard passer in franchise history, but the last two weeks have seen him pull a rabbit out of his hat and lead Chicago’s football team to come-from-behind victories in games previous squads would have found ways to lose. CHECK OUT A NEW EPISODE OF THE BN BEARS PODCAST: Apple | Spotify | YouTube...
Ryan has returned from his wedding and honeymoon just in time to talk some really consequential Purdue basketball. He’s also returned on singing day when Purdue signed four very good recruits including yet another 7-footer. So, Ryan and I get into the recruiting class and what we can expect from them in the future. This […]
When Scottie Adkinson committed to Missouri in early July, the decision swiftly concluded any intrigue around whether the Tigers would secure a keystone for the 2027 recruiting cycle. After the Webster Groves combo guard committed, the next question was logical: Could MU add Chase Branham, a top-40 prospect from Logan-Rogersville, and forge an in-state duo? […]
The NC State Wolfpack (5-4) will head to Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, November 15th for a 3:30pm kickoff on Senior Day. The Miami Hurricanes (7-2) seniors will be honored and play for the slim chance at the College Football Playoff and ACC Championship Game. ESPN has Miami has an 88.3% favorite over the visiting […]
This weekend marks the first regular-season meeting between Iowa and USC since 1976, when the Trojans absolutely drubbed the Hawkeyes 55-0 at the Coliseum. That’s a memory most Iowa fans have likely already forgotten, but the most recent meeting—the 2019 Holiday Bowl—provided some much-needed revenge. The Hawkeyes demolished USC 49-24 behind Ihmir Smith-Marsette’s three-touchdown performance, […]