March Madness bracket predictions: There's a battle for the fourth No. 1 seed

North Carolina and Arizona are fighting for the last No. 1 seed in the 2024 NCAA men's basketball tournament. 

How many Super Bowls has Patrick Mahomes won? Chiefs QB moving up the all-time list

Patrick Mahomes has already accomplished a lot in his younger career, and he's quickly moving up the all-time list of most Super Bowl wins for a QB.

None

The Chiefs are officially a dynasty. Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and Andy Reid all cemented their legacies with a third Super Bowl title in five years while Kyle Shanahan's 49ers wilted on the big stage again.

Sporting News panel reveals where Patrick Mahomes ranks among all-time QBs

Patrick Mahomes latest Super Bowl heroics have him among the all-time greats of the game.

Where Chiefs fit in NFL dynasty rankings with another Super Bowl win

The Chiefs enter "dynasty" territory with a third Super Bowl win in the past five years. SN's Bill Bender looks at where the Chiefs' run ranks among the best stretches in NFL history.

None

How good was Joe Montana? Don't leave 'Joe Cool' out of the GOAT debate

Patrick Mahomes vs. Tom Brady is a hot topic in NFL circles, but another QB with ties to both of this year's Super Bowl teams shouldn't be left out of the GOAT debate. SN's Bill Bender breaks down the greatness of Joe Montana.

Revisiting Broncos' Super Bowls with Mike Shanahan & Ed McCaffrey as sons prepare for Super Bowl 58

Kyle Shanahan and Christian McCaffrey are preparing for Super Bowl 58, much like their dads did more than 25 years ago. SN's Bill Bender breaks down the family connection between these coaches and players.

Can Travis Kelce make history as the first tight end to win Super Bowl MVP?

It's been the "Year of Kelce," but can the Chiefs' star make history as the first tight end to win Super Bowl MVP? SN's Bill Bender breaks down his odds.

None

Ranking UCLA's best candidates to replace Chip Kelly from P.J. Fleck to Eric Bieniemy

What kind of candidates will the UCLA job attract? That is an interesting question.

In Our Football Era: How Taylor Swift changed my father-daughter NFL experience

Taylor Swift has taken over the NFL, and while some complain about her oversized presence at Chiefs games, others, like SN's Bill Bender and his daughter, can't get enough of the pop star.

Super Bowl rosters by college: SEC, Big Ten lead the way for Chiefs, 49ers

Oklahoma has the most players in the Super Bowl for the second straight season.

Chiefs vs. 49ers Super Bowl 58 prediction

The Chiefs and the 49ers are set to meet in an epic clash in Super Bowl 58. Bill Bender breaks down his pick for the big game.

Ohio State transfer stars discuss NIL, national championship shot

Will Howard, Quinshon Judkins and Caleb Downs are all headed to Ohio State next year, and as a result, the Buckeyes should be in the national title mix.

Ranking a loaded group of Senior Bowl QBs, which include Michael Penix, Bo Nix

This year's quarterback class is more intriguing than usual. Michael Penix and Bo Nix both finished in the top three of the Heisman voting.

Dan Campbell's fourth-down calls ignored the momentum that came with them

Dan Campbell was the reason were so close to their first Super Bowl appearance. You can also argue he's the reason they didn't reach the big game.

None

Patrick Mahomes at age 28 is already miles ahead of Tom Brady's historic pace of playoff success. Here's a look inside the Chiefs QB's Super Bowl stats compared to the GOAT and other legends before him.

Patrick Mahomes vs. Lamar Jackson: Who has the edge?

When Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs meet Lamar Jackson and the Ravens, it will likely be a battle of this year's and last year's MVPs. The Sporting News' Bill Bender breaks down which elite signal-caller has the edge in the fight for AFC supremacy.

Sherrone Moore takes over at Michigan, and he will face challenges in 2024

Michigan is losing a significant number of players to the NFL Draft, including its QB, and rival Ohio State is on the rise.

Picks, predictions for conference championship games

The Sporting News' Bill Bender makes his picks for the conference championship matchups between the Chiefs and Ravens and Lions and 49ers.

Snoop Dogg's 'The Underdoggs' inspires from tales of his youth football league

"The Underdoggs" was inspired by real-life stories from the Snoop Youth Football League, which Snoop Dogg founded in the Los Angeles-area in 2005.

What to expect in Jim Harbaugh's NFL return

With his mission complete at Michigan, Jim Harbaugh is back in the NFL, this time with the Chargers. The Sporting News' Bill Bender breaks down what fans can expect to see from Harbaugh in his second tour on NFL sidelines.

Jim Harbaugh replacements: Michigan's list will start with Sherrone Moore, Lance Leipold

The Jim Harbaugh experience at Michigan has come to an end. 

Jim Harbaugh will try to join exclusive club of coaches winning national titles, Super Bowls

Harbaugh is joining the Chargers. Could he join the likes of Jimmy Johnson and Barry Switzer as national championship-winning head coaches to hoist the Lombardi Trophy, as well?

Inside the record-setting NFL playoff rivalry of the Packers and 49ers

The Green Bay Packers and San Francisco 49ers will set an NFL record with their 10th head-to-head playoff matchup on Saturday.

Bills vs. Chiefs playoff history

The Bills and Chiefs are set to meet again in the NFL playoffs on Sunday night. The Sporting News remembers some of the most legendary postseason moments between these two teams.

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for the divisional round, the 49ers continue to own the Packers, the Bills exorcise their demons, the Ravens snuff out C.J. Stroud and the Texans, and the Lions reach the NFC championship game.

Bill O'Brien's hire at Ohio State is another win that will raise expectations for 2024

Ohio State might be ranked No. 1 in the preseason – and that is going to put that pressure on Ryan Day to deliver a national championship.

Which remaining NFL QB had the best college career? We rank 'em 1 through 8

You can count two Heisman Trophy winners among the remaining eight QBs in the NFL playoffs.

Why CeeDee Lamb and more former Cowboys' wide receivers wear No. 88

CeeDee Lamb is the latest stud wide receiver to wear No. 88 for the Cowboys. The Sporting News explains the significance of being in the "88 Club."

Looking back at legendary playoff moments in the Cowboys-Packers rivalry

The Cowboys and Packers have had some legendary playoff showdowns. The Sporting News looks back at some of the biggest moments in this rivalrLooky, from The Ice Bowl to Dez Bryant's controversial non-catch.

Looking back at Mike McCarthy's coaching career in Green Bay

Mike McCarthy had plenty of success in Green Bay, but as is always the case, things ended badly. Here's revisiting what went wrong during his Packers' tenure.

Five names to watch as Washington searches to replace Kalen DeBoer

Who will be Washington’s next coach? That might hinge on who follows DeBoer to Alabama from his current staff, and what approach the Huskies want to take ahead of the move to  the Big Ten. 

Playoff picks, predictions for wild-card weekend

Six big matchups, highlighted by Dolphins-Chiefs, Packers-Cowboys, and Rams-Lions, are on tap for wild-card weekend. Bill Bender breaks down his picks for each first-round playoff matchup.

Can Kalen DeBoer keep Alabama as a top 5 program after Nick Saban?

To ask DeBoer, 49, to duplicate what Saban accomplished with the Crimson Tide would be nonsense. That said, there is an expectation at Alabama to continue to be a top-five program in the new-look, 16-team SEC that welcomes Texas and Oklahoma in 2024.

Five names to watch as Alabama looks to replace Nick Saban

Alabama coach Nick Saban is retiring after 17 seasons – leaving arguably the largest void in college football coaching history.

Alabama's Nick Saban was one of a kind, and the last of his kind

The expectation was that Saban, 72, would keep going into the 12-team College Football Playoff era. The truth is he didn't need to.

None

Who wins, who loses with Nick Saban's retirement? Breaking down the Bama bombshell

Nick Saban left a standard that will be almost impossible to match for his successor, and the SEC landscape no doubt changes dramatically with his retirement. Here is a look at the winners and losers from Saban's retirement.

Composite 'Way-Too-Early' 2024 top 25 has three SEC teams at the top of the list

Georgia is the unanimous No. 1 pick when looking at early college football rankings for 2024. 

Why Jim Harbaugh should stay at Michigan over heading to the NFL

Jim Harbaugh is being chased by the NFL and could still face penalties from the NCAA, but Bill Bender explains why Harbaugh should remain at Michigan for the time being.

Michigan beat everybody: No one could stop Jim Harbaugh's national title team

Michigan vs. Everybody became the mantra. Michigan beat Everybody in the process.

Way-too-early Top 25: Leagues, CFP are changing in 2024, but familiar names at the top

More than half of next year's Top 25 projects to be from either the SEC or Big Ten.

Blake Corum's lasting legacy at Michigan: It's team over touchdowns

Jim Harbaugh says he's never been around a player who is more about the team than Blake Corum.

None

AT&T developed new football helmet technology to help deaf and hard-of-hearing players communicate with coaches. Division III Gallaudet used it this season with success.

If Jim Harbaugh leaves college football, you're going to miss him when he's gone

If this is it – win or lose – then it is indisputable that college football will miss the Harbaugh experience when it is over.

Rome Odunze could be the game-changer Washington needs vs. Michigan

Odunze – a game-breaking receiver for No. 2 Washington (14-0) – could be the latest receiver to take over the CFP championship game when the Huskies face No. 1 Michigan (14-0).

Is J.J. McCarthy the best Michigan QB of all-time? Jim Harbaugh thinks so

When you look at Michigan's former national championship quarterbacks, all-time statistical leaders, and where McCarthy could fit in at the next level, he has a case to be No. 1.

Comparing Michael Penix Jr. and J.J. McCarthy ahead of CFP championship

From traditional stats, advance stats and NFL futures, the quarterbacks for Washington and Michigan compare favorably to one another.

Michigan vs. Washington: Sporting News experts make their predictions

All seven prognosticators forecast a one-score game.

Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy says Ohio State stole Wolverines signs in 2019

J.J. McCarthy referenced Michigan's biggest rival when discussing the sign-stealing scandal Michigan is involved with this season.

None

It's difficult to ask for more than what we got out of Michigan-Alabama and Washington-Texas before the playoff field expands next season.

Bowl season winners & losers, from Pac-12 to Pop-Tarts

It's tough to beat an edible mascot, but the football didn't disappoint, either.

Why Michigan will upend Washington in the College Football Playoff championship

The last two undefeated teams will meet for the national championship.

Michigan's ultimate dream one big step closer to reality after OT thriller

It must have felt like a dream for No. 1 Michigan. A California dream, the ultimate blast from the past.

TSN experts make picks for evenly matched College Football Playoff semifinals

The only consensus among TSN experts for Michigan-Alabama and Washington-Texas is both games will be decided by a touchdown or less.

Michigan looks to snap losing streak to SEC teams in bowl games

No. 1 Michigan returns to the College Football Playoff for the third consecutive season – where a significant challenge will be waiting at the Rose Bowl Game on Jan. 1 in Pasadena, Calif. 

Tom Brady's comeback magic helped Michigan down Alabama at 2000 Orange Bowl

On Jan. 1, 2000, Brady led Michigan to a pair of 14-point comebacks in a 35-34 overtime-thriller against No. 5 Alabama. 

Why did Steve Sarkisian leave Washington?

Steve Sarkisian coached at Washington from 2009-13, a stint that gets lost considering his time as a head coach at USC and offensive coordinator at Alabama before arriving at Texas. 

None

No. 4 Alabama might be the betting underdog against No. 1 Michigan in the Rose Bowl Game on Jan. 1, but Big Ten fans might not see it that way.

Will Texas superfan Matthew McConaughey be on Sugar Bowl sidelines?

When Texas is in the limelight, Matthew McConaughey is usually along for the ride.

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for Week 17, the Chiefs clinch a playoff spot while the Texans move into clear AFC wild-card lead thanks to Colts, Bengals and Steelers losses.

Ohio State faces major quarterback quandary after dismal Cotton Bowl effort

Ryan Day needs to fix his quarterback problem before he can fix his Michigan problem.

Jim Harbaugh's future at Michigan up in the air as Rose Bowl approaches

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh faces potential NCAA punishments next year. Would he leave for the NFL?

College football bowl picks, predictions for all 41 bowl games

Bowl season is here in all its quirky glory, with Coastal Carolina traveling 4,800 miles to play San Jose State and K-State and NC State battling for the right to eat free Pop-Tarts. Here's what to expect.

Legal expert weighs in on Florida State's lawsuit against the ACC

Mark Wilhelm, a partner-elect at Troutman Pepper, has a grasp on the Grant of Rights and ACC constitution and offered his opinions about how this legal battle could shake out. 

None

Alabama and Michigan are two blueblood programs with rich histories, and five memorable matchups.

Will Florida State claim national title if it wins Orange Bowl and is the lone unbeaten?

AP college football writer Ralph Russo, who oversees the AP top 25, expects some No. 1 votes for FSU should they be the only unbeaten team, but not many.

Penn State-Ole Miss Peach Bowl offers glimpse of CFP 12-team format

Penn State and Ole Miss square off in the Peach Bowl on Saturday. Next year, these teams would find themselves in the College Football Playoff.

None

In Sporting News' picks and predictions for NFL Week 16, the 49ers flex on the Ravens in a potential Super Bowl 58 preview while the Browns, Colts, Bengals and Bills all win again to maintain the AFC wild-card logjam.

Florida State's ACC lawsuit could be the biggest domino yet in college football's shakeup

If Florida State is successful – either in court or through a settlement – then it's clear that in the New World Order of college football, anything goes. 

Explaining why Florida State is trying to leave the ACC

Reports of Florida State's discontent with the ACC have swirled for months, and the unbeaten Seminoles being left out of the College Football Playoff appears to have spurred action.

Signing Day winners and losers: Georgia, Alabama load up; Colorado falls short

Georgia and Alabama landed in the top 5 once again, and Deion Sanders came up short and landed at the bottom of the Big 12.

What Dylan Raiola's flip from Georgia to Nebraska means for Huskers

What to know about Titans' Houston Oilers throwback uniforms, helmet

The Titans throwback jerseys conjure up memories of former Houston Oilers such as Earl Campbell, Billy “White Shoes” Johnson in the 1970s and Warren Moon in the 1980s and 1990s.

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for Week 15, the Lions get back on track against the Broncos, the Ravens roll to another key AFC win and the Eagles bounce back.

Picks against the spread for Oregon-Washington, rest of championship weekend

It's the ultimate game of don't blink as eight teams enter the weekend with hopes of reaching the four-team College Football Playoff field.

None

The NCAA announced the 2023 Consensus All-American team on Thursday. Find out which college football stars received the honor.

None

Jayden Daniels took his game to historic levels in his second season at LSU and walked away with the Heisman Trophy.

None

Alabama led all teams with six players across The Sporting News 2023 All-America teams. Sporting News is one of five outlets used to determine consensus All-American status each season.

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for Week 14, the AFC playoff picture remains cloudy with Steelers and Bengals wins while the Packers and Dolphins stay hot on "Monday Night Football."

Comparing Jayden Daniels' stats to Lamar Jackson's Heisman season

Daniels and Jackson put together unbelievable rushing and passing statistics in those seasons, however, and Daniels is closer to Jackson than you might think. 

None

All four finalists have a legitimate case to win the 2023 Heisman Trophy. Here are the pros and cons for each candidate headed to New York: LSU's Jayden Daniels, Oregon's Bo Nix, Washington's Michael Penix Jr. and Ohio State's Marvin Harrison Jr.

Where does Ohio State turn with QB Kyle McCord entering transfer portal?

Kyle McCord could still return to the Buckeyes, but if he doesn't, Ohio State has several avenues to replace its 2023 starter.

CFP missed with Florida State, but it's hard to complain about this four-team field

The College Football Playoff didn't get it right by Florida State, but it won't matter outside of Tallahassee, Fla., after Jan. 1. 

Early predictions for the CFP semifinals: We're headed for a Bama-Texas rematch

There is no doubt these matchups will be fantastic. 

None

Here is the complete college football bowl schedule for the 2023-24 postseason, updated live with announcements during championship weekend.

None

Will the SEC get squeezed out after Alabama's win over Georgia in SEC title game?

Is Georgia's run at No. 1 officially over?

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for Week 13, Patrick Mahomes leaves Lambeau with a win over the Packers, the streaking Broncos score a key win over Texans and the Rams deal the Browns a blow to playoff hopes.

Projecting the College Football Playoff: Michigan, Washington, Alabama, FSU

The College Football Playoff pairings will be unveiled Sunday, and the final four-team playoff saw major shakeups on conference championship weekend.

What is Texas' path to the College Football Playoff?

Texas is No. 7 in the polls, but the Longhorns are closer to their first College Football Playoff than the rankings might first appear. 

What is Alabama's path to the College Football Playoff?

Will the Crimson Tide endure a three-year drought in the College Football Playoff? 

Ohio State's path to College Football Playoff is not as far-fetched as you think

Will No. 6 Ohio State walk through the back door to the College Football Playoff again?

Could the SEC really miss the College Football Playoff? Here's how it would happen

Yes, there is a scenario where the mighty SEC could be left out of the final four-team College Football Playoff. Let’s sketch that out. 

None

The Pac-12 playoff drought is over. 

What is Oregon's path to the College Football Playoff?

Oregon is No. 5 in the College Football Playoff rankings, but the Ducks are a popular pick to crash the College Football Playoff field. 

None

Here is a complete breakdown of the Browns' 2023 schedule, including dates, start times and analysis for all 17 games.

None

Here is a complete breakdown of the Steelers' 2023 schedule, including dates, start times and analysis for all 17 games.

None

Here is a complete breakdown of the Vikings’ 2023 schedule, including dates, start times and analysis for all 17 games.

Updated bowl projections entering championship week

Michigan's win over Ohio State brought some clarity to the bowl picture, but there is plenty still to be determined.

Breaking down every College Football Playoff scenario ahead of championship weekend

Eight teams remain in the mix for the four College Football Playoff spots as we head into championship weekend. Things could fall nice and clean for the committee with four unbeaten teams emerging. Or there could be eight one-loss teams. Here's how it all could unfold.

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for Week 12, the Jets' quarterback change can't solve their offensive woes, the Ravens keep rolling and the Vikings get back on track.

Unbeatens Georgia, Michigan, Washington, Florida State project as current CFP field

Heading into championship weekend, there are four unbeaten teams, and they will line up 1-4 in the committee's rankings on Tuesday. Oregon, Texas, Ohio State and Alabama are lurking should any of those teams slip up next weekend.

Beating Michigan in 2024 is the only thing that matters for Ohio State's Ryan Day

Michigan is a serious problem now. Gone are the days of what is supposed to happen with a rivalry the Buckeyes have dominated for most of the 21st century. 

Inside Michigan's third straight win over Ohio State: 'The job is not finished'

Michigan beat its biggest rival again, earning a berth in the Big Ten title game and continuing on a path to the College Football Playoff. The Wolverines aren't just winning this game now. They expect to win this game.

Ohio State, Ryan Day face extra pressure to end losing streak to Michigan

With Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh suspended, there is an extra layer of pressure on the Buckeyes in the matchup between 11-0 teams.

Picks for college football Rivalry Week: Ohio State-Michigan, Oregon-Oregon St., more

The 2023 college football season enters the final weekend before conference championship weekend, and no rivalry game looms larger than the matchup between No. 2 Ohio State and No. 3 Michigan.

Undefeated Michigan, Ohio State meet in The Last Great War before 2024 changes

College football and the Big Ten will be different in 2024, and that will affect the league's greatest rivalry. No. 2 Ohio State and No. 3 Michigan will square off Saturday in a last-of-its-kind classic.

The five best Ohio State-Michigan games of all time

We have No. 2 vs. No. 3 this season, but the best version of The Game involved No. 1 vs. No. 2.

The Ten Year War: Woody, Bo elevate Ohio State-Michigan rivalry

The Ten Year War is the most-hallowed chapter of The Game, and perhaps of any college football rivalry given the two coaches responsible for that segment.

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for Thanksgiving, the Lions show the Packers how the NFC North's power balance has shifted, while the Cowboys and 49ers assert their dominance atop the conference.

Updated bowl projections: Why FSU is still in playoff position

Jordan Travis' ankle injury hasn't knocked the 'Noles out of the top four ... yet.

None

Florida State had been ranked No. 4 in the first three sets of CFP rankings, with Washington one spot behind at No. 5 each time. That changed after a season-ending injury to FSU quarterback Jordan Travis.

None

Green Bay is busting out its 1950s throwback uniform for Sunday's matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers at Lambeau Field. 

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for Week 11, the crowded AFC North playoff picture gets even tighter with the Steelers beating the Browns. The Bills get ever against their AFC East rival Jets.

College Football Playoff rankings: Will Washington jump Florida St. into top 4?

Georgia, Ohio State and Michigan should remain inside the top 3, but there is an interesting debate in the wake of a key injury for the fourth spot after Week 12.

Michigan, Ohio State set up battle of unbeatens for 2023 edition of The Game

The storylines will be plentiful leading up to one of college football's greatest rivalry games when the undefeated Buckeyes and Wolverines meet in Ann Arbor.

Michigan seeks court order to overturn Jim Harbaugh's suspension

The next 18 hours will be very interesting.

Big Ten suspends Michigan's Jim Harbaugh for 3 games due to sign-stealing scandal

Harbaugh is prohibited from being on the sideline for Saturday's game against No. 9 Penn State, a Nov. 18 matchup with Maryland the regular-season finale against No. 1 Ohio State.

None

None

Who are the best teams in the country right now? An acceptable answer in most cases would be Georgia, Ohio State, Michigan and Alabama.

None

The Aggies will likely look at the Pac-12 leaders, among others.

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for Week 10, Lamar Jackson and the Ravens keep rolling against the Browns, the Lions win a shootout against the Chargers and the Bills get right at home at the Broncos' expense.

None

None

Michigan staffer Connor Stalions leads the losers list.

Michigan will need Jim Harbaugh on the sidelines for Ohio State game

It might be “Michigan vs. Everybody”, and everybody has the same question. Will Harbaugh be on the field before the end of the regular season?

LeBron says Lakers stole signs, but 'we don't get suspended like that team up north'

LeBron James took a shot at Michigan's expense after the Los Angeles Lakers' 122–119 victory in the NBA In-Season Tournament on Friday. 

None

The suspension could have an impact on Michigan in its quest to win a third consecutive Big Ten championship and reach the College Football Playoff for the third consecutive year.

None

An NFL fan's worst nightmare happened on Nov. 17, 1968. Here's the story of "The Heidi Game," when an epic shootout between the Jets and Raiders was interrupted by a Shirley Temple movie at the worst possible time.

College football bowl projections after Week 10

It's Week 11, and there are 11 teams with a legitimate chance at the College Football Playoff. 

Week 11 college football picks against the spread for Top 25 games

The top two teams in the nation have a chance to prove it in Week 11.

None

None

Michigan is be the story now, but this is Penn State’s opportunity to create a new narrative.

Breaking down Big Ten East tiebreaker if Penn State, Ohio State and Michigan tie

The Big Ten and national championship races could rest on a quirky Big Ten tiebreaker.

None

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for Week 9, Joe Burrow and the Bengals stay hot by getting the best of the Bills again, the Ravens roll over the Seahawks and the Chargers avoid a "Monday Night Football" loss.

None

None

Why is Bedlam coming to an end? Here's a closer look at the history, heat and uncertain future of the rivalry between the Cowboys and Sooners.

John U. Bacon: We are in uncharted waters with Michigan allegations

The Big Ten appears to be reluctant to punish Michigan, and Jim Harbaugh looks like he is closing in on a contract extension.

Undefeated Air Force: Falcons' sustained success no longer a surprise

To label Air Force the best story in college football this season would be short-changing what Troy Calhoun has been able to accomplish through 17 seasons as head coach with the Falcons.

Picks against the spread for LSU-Alabama and other Top 25 games in Week 10

Week 10 isn't just about the ranked matchups, which includes four matchups between teams in the AP Top 25. It's also about the rivalries that will be lost through Big 12 realignment.

Ohio State a deserving No. 1 for initial College Football Playoff ranking

Ohio State's body of work landed the Buckeyes at No. 1 in the selection committee's first ranking, with two-time defending champion Georgia checking in at No. 2.

None

Bowl projections for College Football Playoff, New Year's Six and all the rest

Will the Big Ten send both Ohio State and Michigan to the playoff?

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for Week 8, the Bills and Lions rebound from painful losses while the Browns and Vikings pull off upsets.

Projecting top four teams ahead of first College Football Playoff ranking

We will find out Tuesday what the committee thinks of the five remaining undefeated Power 5 teams.

Oklahoma's upset loss to Kansas damages Big 12's College Football Playoff hopes

This was a season-shifting upset for the Big 12 and the College Football Playoff – one that could hurt the conference in the long run.

What Colorado needs to do to earn a bowl bid in Year One with Coach Prime

Colorado needs two wins its last five games to become bowl eligible in Sanders' first season. A 46-43 double-overtime loss to Stanford on Oct. 23 was a setback. 

College picks against the spread for Utah-Oregon and all Top 25 games

Can the Ducks break the Utes' 18-game home win streak? This is the best game of the week. 

Will Michigan be punished for sign-stealing before the end of 2023 season?

The Michigan sign-stealing scandal has entered its second week, and more details about suspended staffer Connor Stalions' alleged scouting methods are coming into the light. 

None

Hatchell, a Colorado alum, knows what he is seeing this season is good for the growth of college football in the United States.

College football rankings: Alabama, Oregon land in Top 10; Michigan stays at No. 2

This year's Michigan-Ohio State game will have even more stakes than last season's.

How every FBS conference will look in 2024 after realignment

J.J. McCarthy, Marvin Harrison Jr. jump up in Heisman Trophy race

As if the looming matchup between No. 2 Michigan and No. 3 Ohio State needed more drama, the Heisman Trophy could be at stake. 

Examining CFB's unbeatens a week before first College Football Playoff ranking

The first set of College Football Playoff rankings will be released in one week. Who will the four teams in and the first two out?

Bowl projections for all 41 postseason games, plus the College Football title game

There still remains a scenario where each conference could have an unbeaten team considering Georgia, Ohio State, Michigan and Florida State all remain unbeaten in addition to Washington and Oklahoma.

How much time will Texas' Quinn Ewers miss after suffering shoulder sprain?

Ewers suffered a Grade 2 AC join sprain against Houston. He will now miss some time because of the injury.

None

The Eagles' beloved uniforms are a throwback to the late 1980s and early 1990s, the years that featured Randall Cunningham, Reggie White and Jerome Brown.

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for Week 7, the Lions continue their rise to Super Bowl contender while the Chiefs and Browns score critical wins.

Penn State fails once again to close the gap against Ohio State

Let's be clear. Penn State does not suck. Allar does not suck. Ohio State just has a team that can make you feel that way.

Michigan, Michigan State meet one year after post-game brawl in tunnel

No. 2 Michigan travels to Michigan State for a prime-time matchup at Spartan Stadium on Saturday – and the focus needs to stay on the field this time. 

Jimbo Fisher hot seat, explained: Texas A&M coach's record, buyout in 2023

Jimbo Fisher has a contract that protects him from being let go, but Texas A&M has underwhelmed in his first six seasons. The Aggies have the sixth-best record in the SEC since he has been hired.

NCAA investigating Michigan for in-person scouting of opponents, stealing signs

For the second time this season, Michigan is the source of a NCAA investigation. 

College football Week 8 picks, including Ohio State-Penn State and Tennessee-Alabama

Week 8 features a top-10 showdown, two elimination games and a loaded college football schedule that will start the second half of the season off right. 

College football rankings from 1-133: Washington holds at No. 5; USC drops

Is the Pac-12 so good that it might be bad for its College Football Playoff hopes? 

None

The outgoing Pac-12 has been the top story on the field for the first half of the college football season, and the 2023 Sporting News Midseason All-American Team reflects that.

College football bowl projections for the CFP and all 38 other bowls

Sporting News' bowl projections are back, and our Week 8 playoff picks are a little different than the preseason prognostications. 

None

Orange jerseys. Red stripes. White helmet. Bucco Bruce. If a NFL uniform could scream "K-Billy’s Super Sounds of the 70s," then this is the one.

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for Week 6, the Bills get back on track against old friend Brian Daboll while the Lions continue their hot start and the Bears pull off a surprise.

College football's Week 8 slate will prove to be Separation Saturday

The Big Ten showdown between No. 6 Penn State and No. 3 Ohio State leads that loaded slate with a Big Noon Kickoff on Fox.

Georgia's Brock Bowers leaves Vanderbilt game with sprained ankle

What potential bowl game could Colorado land in?

Colorado is looking to get one win closer to bowl eligibility under first-year coach Deion Sanders on Friday. 

When Caleb Williams became 'Superman': The throw that launched a legend

Caleb Williams was the No. 1 recruit in the nation, a Heisman Trophy winner and projected to be the No. 1 player in the NFL Draft. The first step on that spectacular path happened when he was a sophomore in high school.

Picks for Oregon-Washington, Notre Dame-USC and other Week 7 Top 25 games

No. 8 Oregon travels to No. 7 Washington in a rematch of last year’s 37-34 thriller, and there are Heisman Trophy, Pac-12 and College Football Playoff implications on the line.

Washington coach Kalen DeBoer on star QB Michael Penix Jr.: 'There isn't a gap in his game'

The nation's best passing attack, led by Michael Penix Jr., will be on display against Oregon on Saturday.

College football rankings from 1 to 133: Oklahoma, UNC jump into Top 10

Texas, Notre Dame and Miami take a tumble after losses in a wild Week 6.

Big 12 in danger of being left out of final four-team College Football Playoff

We have five conferences trying to squeeze into four spots, and those races are compelling enough that a deserving conference champion likely will be left out of the mix.

Georgia's Brock Bowers climbing in Heisman Trophy odds after recent surge

Georgia's Brock Bowers is the best tight end in the FBS, and he belongs in the "best player in the country" conversation.

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for Week 5, the Bills keep rolling with Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars struggling overseas, while the Ravens and Texans manage close wins.

Oklahoma's Dillon Gabriel becomes Red River legend with dramatic drive to beat Texas

Texas took a 30-27 lead with 1:17 remaining in the typical back-and-forth battle at the Cotton Bowl. That is when Gabriel put his signature on rivalry lore.

Justin Fields, C.J. Stroud trying to rewrite narrative on Ohio State QBs in NFL

The Buckeyes don't have a great track record of turning out productive NFL quarterbacks, but the latest generation is trying to change that.

Jimmy Johnson impressed with work Deion Sanders has done to revitalize Colorado

Deion Sanders appears to have arrived at the perfect time. Is this the Generation Alpha version of "The U" from the 1980s?

Ranking every college football team, from No. 1 (Georgia) to No. 133 (Sam Houston)

Georgia still has the remarkable opportunity to win a third straight national championship – which hasn't been done since Minnesota won three in a row from 1934-36. But it's not going to be easy. 

College football picks against the spread for Texas-OU and more Week 6 games

The Red River Showdown is the highlight of the Week 6 college football schedule.

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks against the spread for Week 4, the Bills and Dolphins live up to the hype in an early-season 'Game of the Year' candidate while the Cowboys close out the Patriots and the Ravens get back on track.

Caleb Williams shines for USC with 6 TDs, solidifies his place in Heisman race

Expect the Heisman Trophy odds to tilt back toward Caleb Williams after USC's 48-41 win over Colorado.

The next chapter of Deion Sanders' rivalry with Jerry Rice will involve their sons

Colorado coach Deion Sanders might see an old rival on the sidelines when the Buffaloes meet No. 5 USC on Saturday. 

Who is Zachariah Branch? Meet USC's freshman game-breaking return man

Ranking all 133 college football teams after seismic Week 4 reshuffles Top 25

The SEC has one team in the top 10, while the Pac-12 has four.

College football picks against the spread for Week 5's Top 25 games

Do not look for many underdogs to pull an upset this week.

Caleb Williams-Shedeur Sanders showdown highlights USC-Colorado battle

Could Williams and Sanders be future overall No. 1 picks in the NFL Draft in the next two seasons?

Notre Dame-Ohio State, Colorado-Oregon are most watched college football games to date

Colorado is the most watched college football team in 2023, with four of the seven highest rated games to date.

None

In Sporting News' NFL picks and predictions for Week 3, the Commanders can't keep pace with the Bills in their first loss, the Bengals avert an 0-3 disaster while Brandon Staley and the Chargers aren't so fortunate.

Ryan Day blasts Lou Holtz after epic Ohio State win over Notre Dame

One second, one yard and one play made the difference in an emotional battle between two of college football's bluebloods.

Ohio State-Notre Dame: Why the Buckeyes will win the Top 10 matchup

This is another big stage for Ohio State coach Ryan Day, and that adds to the intrigue.

Betting trends to watch for Colorado-Oregon showdown

Will Deion Sanders lead the Buffaloes to a 4-0 start on Saturday? 

None

Penn State's 'White Out' tradition will be on display Saturday against Iowa, a team that beat Penn State in one of the early White Out games.

The history and mystique behind Notre Dame's green jerseys

The Fighting Irish are breaking out new uniforms for their showdown with Ohio State.