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12 teams that improved their 2026 CFP chances with their roster moves

With signing day closing many team's personnel moves, we look at the teams ready to make long postseason runs.

Vols QB Aguilar granted TRO in eligibility bid

Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar has been granted a temporary restraining order in his lawsuit against the NCAA seeking an extra year of eligibility, which he would use as a member of the Vols.

Badgers' Fickell asked to forgo 1-year extension

Wisconsin football coach Luke Fickell, at his request, was not among the coaches to receive a customary one-year extension from the school's athletic board.

Montana's Hauck retires, says game no longer fun

Montana coach Bobby Hauck, saying that college football has become "not enjoyable" amid the seismic shift in the sport, announced his retirement Wednesday.

New OC Kelly sees potential at rising Northwestern

New Northwestern offensive coordinator Chip Kelly said he saw the Wildcats as an ascending program amid the rapid changes affecting college football.

Huskers get commitment from 4-star DT Berymon

Nebraska made a significant late addition in the 2026 class Wednesday with a commitment from four-star defensive tackle Dylan Berymon, the top uncommitted prospect in the 2026 cycle.

Cotton Bowl president Baker retiring after 38 years

Cotton Bowl president and CEO Rick Baker announced Wednesday he is retiring after 38 years with the organization that operates the College Football Playoff game played in North Texas.

CFP moves off NYE in '26 to avoid conflict with NFL

The College Football Playoff won't have a game on New Year's Eve this season to avoid playing at the same time as an NFL Thursday night game, CFP executive director Rich Clark told ESPN.

Northwestern stadium to debut Oct. 2 vs. Penn St.

Northwestern will open Ryan Field, its new $862 million stadium, on Friday, Oct. 2, in the Wildcats' Big Ten opener against Penn State.

🏈 Connelly's best 100 games of the 2025 season

From CFP (and FCS playoff) classics to OT thrillers and what-the-heck moments, this season had it all.

Inside James Franklin's rapid recruiting overhaul at Virginia Tech

In a sprint to the early signing period, Franklin gutted his former school and brought life to the Hokies.

Final 2026 recruit rankings: Who can play early? Who has NFL upside?

Before the Class of 2026 takes on college football, we look at who's ready to make an impact.

2026 class rankings: USC lands on top as cycle draws to close

Lincoln Riley and the Trojans break the SEC's five-year grip on football recruiting supremacy.

Projecting Rounds 1-2 of the NFL draft: Landing spots for 11 Senior Bowl standouts -- but just two QBs?

Matt Miller goes two rounds deep in his latest mock draft. Which prospects rose after the Senior Bowl? Which teams need QBs?

Ranking the top 100 players in the college football transfer portal

The transfer portal closed Jan. 16. Here's your guide to the best players on the move this offseason.

Inside the 'most dangerous gym in America,' where Eagles' WR A.J. Brown trained

Diamond Gym doesn't just build muscle -- it tests the resolve of everyone who walks through the door.