College Football News

Seven best bets to make College Football Playoff for first time in 2020

Which school is the best bet to make the College Football Playoff for the first time in 2020? SN has seven candidates.

Bill Bender

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Weighing Boise State's four best options if it leaves Mountain West Conference

Where would Boise State go if it ditches the Mountain West Conference? We look at the four best options.

Bill Bender

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Former Mississippi State standout De'Runnya Wilson found dead in home

A family member found the Alabama native unresponsive Tuesday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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NFL Draft 2020: College football's biggest winners, losers from early entry period

Sporting News takes a look at the biggest winners and losers from Friday's deadline to declare for the 2020 NFL Draft.

Bill Bender

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What will LSU's passing game look like without Joe Burrow, Joe Brady in 2020?

The quarterback and passing game coordinator of college football's most explosive offensive are gone in 2020. What will LSU do to keep that momentum up without them?

Bill Bender

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OBJ arrest warrant rescinded, says attorney

Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. appearing to slap a security officer's buttocks following LSU's win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff national championship game.

Chris Myson

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Odell Beckham Jr. video: What to know about simple battery charge for LSU locker room butt slap

Beckham was issued an arrest warrant Thursday for his actions after the College Football Playoff championship game.

Dan Bernstein

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Donald Trump makes impeachment joke during LSU's visit to the White House

The LSU Tigers visited the White House Friday after their national championship win, and were greeted by Donald Trump.

Jordan Heck

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Composite college football top 25 rankings: Clemson, Ohio State consensus top teams

Clemson and Ohio State lead a consensus "way-too-early" top 25, comprised of rankings off eight national sites.

Bill Bender

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Odell Beckham Jr. and LSU: Explaining potential NCAA violation of cash handout caught on video

Sporting News breaks down the potential rules violation Odell Beckham Jr. committed when handing out hundred-dollar bills to LSU players on Monday.

Mike DeCourcy

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New Orleans PD issues arrest warrant for Odell Beckham Jr. on simple battery charge

Beckham could be seen engaging a police officer in LSU's locker room following the game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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LSU bungled what should have been clear-cut response to Odell Beckham Jr. incident

Odell Beckham Jr. did his former university no favors by handing out cash to Tigers players after the national title game. But LSU bungled what should have been a clear-cut response.

Mike DeCourcy

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Antonio Dawkins: From homeless to college grad and beyond

Antonio Dawkins overcame homelessness in high school, using football to better his life. The recent college grad now has hopes of playing professionally — a far cry from the circumstances in which he grew up.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Heisman Trophy odds 2020: Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields, Kedon Slovis & more early favorites

Trevor Lawrence and Justin Fields will be back looking to build on their 2019 seasons, but which player from the rest of the field is best primed to upset the order in the 2020 Heisman Trophy race?

Brandon Schlager

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College football odds: The biggest favorites, dark horses & long shots to win CFP championship in 2020

Trevor Lawrence and Clemson are the odds on favorite to win a national title in 2020 after falling short against LSU, but there are major players in the SEC and Big 12 to keep an eye on at the top, plus a few dark horses.

SportsInsider.com

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How Odell Beckham Jr. accidentally clowned the NCAA with money handout

LSU acknowledged the cash Beckham gave LSU players on Monday was likely real.

Dan Bernstein

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ESPN reporter Edward Aschoff had non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma prior to death

ESPN college football reporter Edward Aschoff died Tuesday on his 34th birthday — weeks after sharing on Instagram that he had caught pneumonia while working the Ohio State vs. Michigan game.

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Bobby Petrino hired by FCS program Missouri State

The controversial football coach has found a new job in the FCS ranks.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Fake money, fake news? LSU says Odell Beckham Jr. 'splashing cash' on field after CFP win was just a show

A viral video on social media appears to show LSU alum Odell Beckham Jr. passing out money to Justin Jerfferson and Jontre Kirklin moments after they beat Clemson, possibly running afoul of NCAA rules.

Mike DeCourcy

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College football updated polls: Final AP Top 25, Coaches Poll rankings after bowl season

The final polls are in for the 2019 college football season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Ed Orgeron, once ridiculed over imperfections, is unapologetically perfect as LSU joins college football greats

The questions about the way Ed Orgeron talks, looks or acts are gone. After LSU secured its perfect season with a national championship over Clemson, there is only one question: Did he just coach the greatest team in college football history?

Bill Bender

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Clemson's Trevor Lawrence faces paramount challenge after first career loss

The heretofore undefeated quarterback must now face an unfamiliar challenge. How he responds could determine his and Clemson's trajectory moving forward.

Bill Bender

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'I'm going to Sandusky you': Penn State players accused of hazing; coach James Franklin named in federal lawsuit

The hazing is referred to as "overtly sexual," per a report.

Joe Rivera

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Is Trevor Lawrence going to the NFL Draft? Projecting the best pro fits for Clemson QB when he declares

Barring something unforeseen, Trevor Lawrence will be the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft after he leaves Clemson. Keep an eye on these pro teams as landing places for the QB in 2021.

Vinnie Iyer

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Ranking college football's best September nonconference games of 2020

Sporting News ranks the top nonconference September games of the 2020 college football season.

Bill Bender

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Superdome honors Edward Aschoff, Carley McCord with reserved seats for CFP championship game

The Superdome made an incredible gesture for Edward Aschoff and Carley McCord, two beloved reporters who died before the College Football Playoff title game between LSU and Clemson.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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CFB 150: Top 10 teams in college football history

Sporting News' final CFB 150 entry: The top 10 teams in college football history.

Mike DeCourcy

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LSU vs. Clemson takeaways: Joe Burrow, Ed Orgeron achieve perfection; Trevor Lawrence takes first college loss

LSU won the College Football Playoff championship in impressive fashion. What we learned from the dominant win over Clemson:

Bill Bender

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Police threaten arrest of LSU players for smoking after win over Clemson, per report

An officer assigned to the Superdome reportedly put a damper on LSU's postgame celebration in the locker room.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Nick Saban looked uncomfortable on the College Football Playoff pregame show, and Twitter had jokes

The Alabama coach smiled as Lee Corso made his pick for the CFP title game, and Twitter was quick to assign meaning to it.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football rankings: LSU reigns in final top 25 of 2019 season

Sporting News' final college football rankings of the 2019 season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Joe Burrow delivery of LSU's perfect season came with perfect timing

Joe Burrow was the perfect quarterback to lead LSU — and at the perfect time, too.

Bill Bender

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LSU vs. Clemson final score: Joe Burrow and Co. cap storybook season with national championship

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from LSU vs. Clemson in the 2020 College Football Playoff championship game.

Dan Bernstein

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Nine absurd records Joe Burrow set in LSU's College Football Playoff championship season

Joe Burrow completed one of the single greatest seasons in college football history. A look at some of the absurd records he broke in 2019:

Bill Bender

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Joe Burrow rocks to LSU band's rendition of 'Neck' late in CFP blowout of Clemson

The Heisman-winning quarterback was celebrating on sideline as the party raged in the Superdome.

Tom Gatto

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CFB 150: Top 10 individual single-season performances in college football history

Sporting News celebrates the best individual seasons in the 150-year history of college football.

Vinnie Iyer

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Clemson's James Skalski ejected for targeting in College Football Playoff title game

Skalski was disqualified for his third-quarter hit on LSU receiver Justin Jefferson.

Tom Gatto

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Pac-12 officials miss out-of-bounds call on LSU go-ahead drive in CFP title game

Clyde Edwards-Helaire's hand was down out of bounds on a long pass play, but officials missed it. Three plays later, LSU took its first lead of the game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Clemson's Dabo Swinney era almost didn't happen & more fun facts you didn't know about the coach

Think you know Dabo Swinney? Here are 10 facts about Clemson's most successful coach in program history, including the amusing origin of his first name and details on his contract.

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Trevor Lawrence vs. Joe Burrow: Which QB has the edge in College Football Playoff championship?

Star quarterbacks Trevor Lawrence and Joe Burrow clash in the CFP championship game. Which one has the edge, however slight?

Bill Bender

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Meet Bella Martina, the girl who looks like Trevor Lawrence

Among the craziest college football stories this season, Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence discovered his doppelganger.

Eli Boettger

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LSU vs. Clemson: Five things at stake in this year's College Football Playoff championship

LSU and Clemson meet in the College Football Playoff championship, and these five storylines will be decided as a result.

Bill Bender

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Clemson's Trevor Lawrence doesn't want to sit out junior year, so stop asking if he should

Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence has no plans to sit out his junior year, and that is the right decision for the future No. 1 pick.

Bill Bender

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Clemson's 29-game win streak by the numbers: Tigers would join all-time dynasties with CFP win

Clemson has a chance to win 30 straight games, which would put Dabo Swinney's program in an elite class of all-time dynasties.

Bill Bender

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Is Donald Trump at the College Football Playoff championship between LSU, Clemson?

The president will be in attendance at the 2020 CFP title game between LSU and Clemson in New Orleans on Monday, adding another high-profile sporting event to his campaign trail.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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CFP halftime show 2020 start time, acts: Who is performing at the national championship game?

Here's everything you need to know about the College Football Playoff halftime show during Monday night's LSU vs. Clemson championship game, including approximate start time and who is performing.

Eli Boettger

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What time does the College Football Playoff championship start? TV channel, halftime show for 2020 NCAA title game

Here's a guide to everything you need to watch the College Football Playoff national championship game between No. 1 LSU and No. 3 Clemson, including start time and halftime show details.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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LSU vs. Clemson odds, prediction, betting trends for College Football Playoff championship

Here's everything to know about betting on LSU vs. Clemson, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for the 2020 College Football Playoff championship game.

Bill Bender

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What channel is LSU vs. Clemson on tonight? Time, TV schedule for 2020 college football championship

Here's a guide to everything you need to watch LSU vs. Clemson in the College Football Playoff championship game, including TV channel, kickoff time, location and updated betting odds.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Who is Joe Brady? Get to know LSU's offensive mastermind (no, he isn't related to Tom)

LSU assistant coach Joe Brady made a name for himself this season after leading the Tigers to their most dominate offense ever.

Jordan Heck

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Herschel Walker named FWAA Freshman Legend at CFP championship game

The Georgia legend added more honors as part of college football's 150th anniversary celebration Monday.

Bill Bender

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Dabo Swinney, Nick Saban and the 10 highest-paid college football coaches in 2019

Which college football coaches made the most money in 2019? Houses, private jets and life insurance policies not included.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Donald Trump, national anthem & best prop bets for the College Football Playoff championship game

From President Trump's Twitter account to appearances from Louisiana celebrities like Odell Beckham Jr., sportsbooks are offering dozens of prop bets for the 2020 College Football Playoff championship game.

SportsInsider.com

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The lasting lessons that helped LSU's Ed Orgeron become Louisiana's favorite son

LSU's Ed Orgeron isn't just on the cusp of winning a national championship. He's everything Louisiana could ask for in a coach.

Bill Bender

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'You cannot ask for more': CFP director Bill Hancock defends successful four-team Playoff

Bill Hancock defended the four-team playoff, which produced a second straight matchup between unbeaten teams. Fair or unfair?

Bill Bender

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Georgia finds its Jake Fromm replacement in former Wake Forest QB Jamie Newman

It didn't take long for Georgia to find its next quarterback.

Jordan Greer

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DraftKings LSU vs. Clemson DFS Picks: Showdown advice for CFP National Championship game

LSU vs. Clemson for the CFP National Championship provides plenty of firepower in our DraftKings DFS picks and lineup advice for Showdown GPP contests.

Billy Heyen

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Mike Leach to Mississippi State: Egg Bowl, 'Air Raid' among reasons to be hyped

Mike Leach will finally get his chance to coach in the SEC at Mississippi State. Here are the reasons we're excited.

Bill Bender

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College Football Playoff championship picks: SN predicts LSU over Clemson in title game

Sporting News' staff reveals their picks for the College Football Playoff championship game between Clemson and LSU.

Bill Bender

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Cade Mays transfers from Georgia to Tennessee; father Kevin sues UGA after accidental amputation

Cade Mays reportedly transferred from Georgia to Tennessee on Wednesday, part of a bizarre saga that has seen his parents sue UGA after his right pinkie was amputated in 2017.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Baylor's Matt Rhule is Sporting News' 2019 Coach of the Year

When Matt Rhule arrived at Baylor, it was clear success wouldn’t be measured by just the on-field product. Three years later, he is Sporting News' Coach of the Year for 2019.

John E. Hoover

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College football bowl season winners and losers: Can LSU finish SEC postseason flex?

Sporting News looks at the biggest winners and losers from the 2019-20 bowl season. It starts, as usual, with the SEC.

Bill Bender

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Alabama's next starting QB? Tua Tagovailoa's NFL choice opens door for brother Tualia, Bryce Young, Mac Jones

Tua Tagovailoa has entered the 2020 NFL Draft, leaving behind massive shoes to fill for Alabama's next starting quarterback. Who's primed to take over?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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How long is Tua Tagovailoa out? Injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Alabama QB

Tua Tagovailoa suffered a hip injury in Alabama's win over Mississippi State that will impact his outlook for the 2020 NFL Draft. What is his timetable for recovery moving forward?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Is Tua Tagovailoa going to NFL Draft? Alabama quarterback elects to go pro

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will make his decision on whether to turn pro or return to Tuscaloosa for a final season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Tagovailoa declares for NFL Draft

The 2020 NFL Draft class will feature Tua Tagovailoa after the Alabama quarterback announced his decision to turn professional.

Nicholas McGee

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Tua Tagovailoa, forever a college football icon, is right to choose NFL Draft

Alabama's Tua Tagovailoa chose over the NFL over his senior season, which caps an amazing career arc that will stand the test of time.

Bill Bender

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What to know about Tua Tagovailoa's announcement

The Alabama quarterback is scheduled to make what is likely the biggest decision of the college football offseason.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Tua Tagovailoa's NFL Draft decision: The pros & cons of returning to Alabama for senior season

Should Alabama's Tua Tagovailoa stay at Alabama for one more season or turn pro, gambling that potential outweighs injury concerns in the 2020 NFL Draft? There are pros and cons to each side of the decision.

Bill Bender

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College football bowl schedule: Dates, times, TV channels for all 40 FBS bowls in 2019-20

Here's a guide to everything you need to watch college football bowl games in 2019-20, including a complete schedule, TV channels and start times.

Bill Bender

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College football signing day tracker 2020: Full list of top commits, classes from early signing period

Follow along as Sporting News provides updates and signings for the top recruits and classes for the 2020 early signing period.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Georgia lineman Clay Webb sued after alleged disturbing high school bullying incident

Webb, one of the nation's top recruits in the class of 2019, is being sued for his alleged role in a disturbing bullying incident when he was still a student in Oxford High School.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Joe Moorhead out at Mississippi State after two seasons

Mississippi State has fired coach Joe Moorhead after just two season with the program.

Eli Boettger

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Under Armour All-America Game 2020 rosters & list of times for live commitments

Several top recruits will make announce where they will play football in 2020, including two five-star players who have already signed.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What's next for Nick Saban, Tua Tagovailoa and Alabama? Five questions for Crimson Tide after Citrus Bowl win

Alabama faces several questions after an 11-2 season in which it missed the College Football Playoff for the first time. We look at five factors heading into 2020:

Bill Bender

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Oregon's Rose Bowl victory shows Mario Cristobal can lead Ducks back to Playoff

Oregon's Rose Bowl victory is just the start of what should be bigger stages under Mario Cristobal. The Ducks are moving up.

Bill Bender

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Michigan still only halfway there under Jim Harbaugh heading into next decade

Alabama beat Michigan 35-16 in the Citrus Bowl, and Jim Harbaugh's program is still only halfway there heading into a pivotal 2020.

Bill Bender

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Charlie Brewer injury update: Baylor quarterback leaves Sugar Bowl with neck injury

Brewer has a long history of concussions with the Bears.

Dan Bernstein

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Alabama scores one last unnecessary touchdown vs. Michigan in Citrus Bowl

The Wolverines responded by throwing a Hail Mary trailing by 19 points.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Henry Ruggs injury update: Alabama receiver in concussion protocol after Citrus Bowl injury

Ruggs left the game after attempting a diving catch in the third quarter.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Georgia vs. Baylor final score: Bulldogs hold on for defensive-dominant Sugar Bowl win

Follow along as Sporting News provides live updates of the 2020 Sugar Bowl matchup between No. 5 Georgia and No. 8 Baylor.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Alabama vs. Michigan final score: Crimson Tide overpower Wolverines in second half for win

Check out Sporting News' updates and highlights from the 2020 Citrus Bowl matchup between No. 9 Alabama and No. 17 Michigan.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Oregon vs. Wisconsin final score: Justin Herbert's heroics power Ducks' Rose Bowl win

Sporting News tracked provided updates and highlights from the 2020 Rose Bowl between Oregon and Wisconsin.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa announces date for NFL draft decision

The Alabama quarterback was lost for the season in the Crimson Tide's Nov. 16 game vs. Mississippi State.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Death of Bryce Gowdy, Georgia Tech wide receiver signee, ruled suicide

The standout from Deerfield Beach, Fla., was struck and killed by a freight train early Monday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football schedule: What bowl games are on today? Time, channels, scores for New Year’s Day

Here's a guide to everything you need to know to watch the college football bowl schedule for Wednesday, including TV channels and start times for the New Year's Day games.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Auburn vs. Minnesota on today? Time, TV schedule for Outback Bowl 2020

Here's a guide to everything you need to watch the 2020 Outback Bowl between Auburn and Minnesota, including start time, TV channel and a full New Year's Six bowl schedule.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Alabama vs. Michigan on today? Time, TV schedule for Citrus Bowl 2020

Here's a guide to everything you need to watch the 2020 Citrus Bowl between Alabama and Michigan, including start time, TV channel and a full New Year's Six bowl schedule.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Georgia vs. Baylor on today? Time, TV schedule for Sugar Bowl 2020

Here's a guide to everything you need to watch the 2020 Sugar Bowl between Georgia and Baylor, including start time, TV channel and a full New Year's Six bowl schedule.

Dan Bernstein

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What channel is Oregon vs. Wisconsin on today? Time, TV schedule for Rose Bowl 2020

Here's a guide to everything you need to watch the 2020 Rose Bowl between Oregon and Wisconsin, including start time, TV channel and a full New Year's Six bowl schedule.

Eli Boettger

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Oregon vs. Wisconsin odds, predictions, betting trends for Rose Bowl 2020

Here's everything to know about betting on Oregon vs. Wisconsin, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for the Rose Bowl Game.

Bill Bender

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Georgia vs. Baylor odds, predictions, betting trends for Sugar Bowl 2020

Sporting News previews the Sugar Bowl matchup between SEC and Big 12 runners-up Georgia and Baylor, respectively.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Auburn vs. Minnesota odds, predictions, betting trends for Outback Bowl 2020

Here's everything to know about betting on Auburn vs. Minnesota, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for the Outback Bowl.

Bill Bender

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Alabama vs. Michigan odds, predictions, betting trends for Citrus Bowl 2020

Here's everything to know about betting on Alabama vs. Michigan, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for the Citrus Bowl.

Bill Bender

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College football bowl picks, predictions for all 40 postseason games in 2019-20

Sporting News predicts all 40 bowl matchups, with a pick for the College Football Playoff championship game winner included.

Bill Bender

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They're back: Texas memes return after Longhorns' rout of Utah in Alamo Bowl

UT ends its 2019 season on a high note. That's ideal for those who like to make fun of the idea that the Longhorns are returning to national-title form.

Tom Gatto

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Lynn Bowden cements his Kentucky legacy with knockout Belk Bowl performance

"That was one of the most impressive displays I've seen in a long time," Bowden's head coach, Mark Stoops said after the Wildcats junior led a comeback victory over Virginia Tech.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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College football schedule: What bowl games are on today? Time, channels, scores for New Year’s Eve

Here's a guide to the college football bowl schedule for Tuesday, including TV channels and start times for each game, from the Sun Bowl to the Alamo Bowl.

Dan Bernstein

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Tim Tebow believes 'underdog card is real' for Clemson, Dabo Swinney

Tim Tebow knows first-hand what it's like to be the underdog in a championship game. He understands Dabo Swinney's motivation with Clemson.

Bill Bender

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Florida vs. Virginia final score: Gators hold on for Orange Bowl victory

Florida knocked off Virginia in the Orange Bowl. SN provided live updates and highlights of the game.

Eli Boettger

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Alabama linebacker Dylan Moses delays NFL career for return to Crimson Tide

Some draft analysts, including those at Sporting News, believed Moses would be a first round draft pick in April.

Dan Bernstein

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What channel is Florida vs. Virginia on today? Time, TV schedule for Orange Bowl

Here's a guide to everything to need to watch the Orange Bowl matchup between Florida and Virginia, including start time and TV channel.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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LSU vs. Clemson odds: Early action favors LSU for CFP national championship game

After a dominating performance in the Peach Bowl, everyone expected LSU to be favored against either Clemson or Ohio State in the College Football Playoff national championship game. But the oddsmakers obviously undersold LSU.

SportsInsider.com

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Florida vs. Virginia odds, predictions, betting trends for Orange Bowl 2019

Sporting News previews the Orange Bowl matchup between Florida and ACC runner-up Virginia.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Ranking the top five sports video games of the 2010s

Looking back at the last decade in sports video games, and ranking the top five entries the genre had to offer.

Bryan Wiedey

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ESPN reporter Dari Nowkhah apologizes for breaking tragic news to Joe Burrow on live TV

ESPN reporter Dari Nowkhah has issued an apology after breaking tragic news to LSU quarterback Joe Burrow after Saturday's Peach Bowl win over Oklahoma.

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Nolan Turner's Fiesta Bowl-sealing play a testament to Dabo Swinney's relationship with late father

Nolan Turner's game-winning interception has roots in coach Dabo Swinney's relationship with his father and Alabama teammate, the late Kevin Turner.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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LSU exposes Oklahoma's longstanding Playoff — and championship — problem

Oklahoma continues to rule the Big 12, but when measured against the LSUs, Clemsons and Alabamas of the college football world, the Sooners have a Playoff problem.

John E. Hoover

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LSU vs. Oklahoma final score: Tigers post record-setting victory over Sooners in College Football Playoff

Check out Sporting News' updates and highlights from the College Football Playoff semifinal game between LSU and Oklahoma.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Three takeaways from LSU's win over Oklahoma: Joe Burrow leads record-setting blowout

LSU routed Oklahoma in the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl. Here are three big takeaways from the blowout.

Bill Bender

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LSU vs. Clemson: Five storylines that will define College Football Playoff championship game

LSU and Clemson will meet for the College Football Playoff championship game. Here are the five storylines that will define the game.

Bill Bender

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Social media reacts to call that erased Clemson fumble, Ohio State touchdown

Ohio State had a potentially momentum-swinging scoop and score, until it didn't.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Three takeaways from Clemson's win over Ohio State: Trevor Lawrence saves Tigers in CFP thriller

Clemson defeated Ohio State in a Fiesta Bowl thriller. Here are three key takeaways from the College Football Playoff semifinal game.

Bill Bender

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Ohio State vs. Clemson final score: Tigers overcome slow start to win CFP semifinal

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from the College Football Playoff semifinal game between Ohio State and Clemson.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Lawrence's game-winning drive vs. Ohio State more ho-hum than heroic

Clemson's undefeated sophomore quarterback made it look too easy as he drove the Tigers 94 yards for the go-ahead touchdown in just over a minute.

Mike DeCourcy

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Ohio State victim of bad calls, own blunders in Playoff loss to Clemson

A few bad calls aren't the only reason Ohio State fell short in the Fiesta Bowl. The Buckeyes had their chances to beat the Tigers.

Bill Bender

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Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith 'pissed' about overturned Clemson fumble, Buckeyes score

Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith made his feelings clear about a controversial call in Saturday's Fiesta Bowl loss to Clemson.

Bill Bender

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Tee Higgins injury update: Clemson WR exits, returns to College Football Playoff semifinal vs. Ohio State

Higgins was shaken up in the first quarter of the Tigers' game vs. the Buckeyes.

Tom Gatto

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LSU hands Oklahoma another SEC-style beatdown in College Football Playoff

LSU routed Oklahoma in the Peach Bowl on Saturday, the Sooners' third straight loss to an SEC school in the College Football Playoff.

Bill Bender

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LSU's Joe Burrow is Sporting News' 2019 Player of the Year

Joe Burrow's season for LSU was a record-setter. For that, he is the Sporting News Player of the Year for college football in 2019.

Bill Bender

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And the Heisman goes to . . .

And your 2019 Heisman Trophy winner is . . .

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Carley McCord, daughter-in-law of LSU's Steve Ensminger, dies in plane crash

McCord was one of five who died in a Lafayette, La., plane crash as it transported them to the Peach Bowl.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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UCF trolls Alabama after Crimson Tide move practice to Knights' facility

UCF still maintains the legitimacy of its 2017 national championship claim, and the Knights had no problem poking a little fun at Alabama while doing it.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What time are the College Football Playoff games? TV channel, schedule, location for 2019 Peach, Fiesta bowls

Here's a guide to watching LSU, Ohio State, Clemson and Oklahoma in this year's College Football Playoff semifinal games, including start times and locations for the Peach and Fiesta bowls.

Eli Boettger

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What channel is LSU vs. Oklahoma on today? Time, TV schedule for College Football Playoff semifinal game

Here's a guide to everything to need to watch the first College Football Playoff semifinal matchup between Oklahoma and LSU, including start time, TV channels and a full New Year's Six bowl schedule.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football schedule: What bowl games are on today? Time, channels, scores for CFP semifinals

Here's everything to know about the college football schedule for Saturday, including TV channels and start times for the College Football Playoff semifinal games.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Ohio State vs. Clemson on today? Time, TV schedule for College Football Playoff semifinal game

Here's a guide to everything to need to watch the second College Football Playoff semifinal matchup between Ohio State and Clemson, including start time, TV channels and a full New Year's Six bowl schedule.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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USC still looks like second-rate program after mistake-filled dud vs. Iowa

USC coach Clay Helton said "brighter days" are ahead after the Trojans' loss to Iowa in the Holiday Bowl. But the fans will remain skeptical.

Scott Wolf

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LSU vs. Oklahoma odds, predictions, betting trends for College Football Playoff semifinal

Oklahoma and LSU meet for the first time since the 2004 BCS championship game. Who advances to the College Football Playoff championship?

Bill Bender

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Ohio State vs. Clemson odds, predictions, betting trends for College Football Playoff semifinal

Ohio State and Clemson meet in a College Football Playoff semifinal rematch from 2016. Will the Buckeyes flip the script on the Tigers?

Bill Bender

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Penn State vs. Memphis odds, predictions, betting trends for Cotton Bowl 2019

Here's everything to know about betting on Penn State vs. Memphis, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for the Cotton Bowl Classic.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Oklahoma linebacker Caleb Kelly faces impossible choice ahead of Playoff matchup vs. LSU

Does Kelly play in the remainder of Oklahoma's games this season? Or does he sit one out to return in 2020?

John E. Hoover

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College Football Playoff betting guide: LSU vs. Oklahoma odds & tips for Peach Bowl 2019

Is a fourth time the charm for Oklahoma in the College Football Playoff? The Sooners face tall odds against No. 1 LSU in their semifinal matchup. Sports Insider previews the betting implications for the Peach Bowl.

Brandon Schlager

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College Football Playoff betting guide: Ohio State vs. Clemson odds & tips for Fiesta Bowl 2019

Vegas oddsmakers respect Clemson in the College Football Playoff matchup against Ohio State, but Sports Insider explains why betting on the semifinal is basically a coin flip.

SportsInsider.com

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Out of the mud: How the Peach Bowl rose from 'third-tier bowl' to Playoff prominence

Sporting News looks at the rise of the Peach Bowl, which went from nearly defunct to one of the biggest bowl games.

Bill Bender

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College Football Playoff predictions: SN picks LSU, but who wins between Ohio State, Clemson?

Sporting News makes its predictions for the College Football Playoff semifinals between LSU-Oklahoma and Ohio State-Clemson.

Bill Bender

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Eastern Michigan QB ejected after inadvertently slapping referee

Hard to blame him for taking an early exit from the Quick Lane Bowl.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Miami's bowl goose-egg exposes Hurricanes' biggest 2020 need

Miami was shut out by Louisiana Tech in the Independence Bowl. Find out what Manny Diaz must fix first before 2020.

Bill Bender

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UNC quarterback Sam Howell focused on different record for Tar Heels in 2020

Sam Howell broke the record for most touchdown passes for a true freshman, but that's not the record the Tar Heels quarterback watches.

Bill Bender

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Bowl season betting guide: Odds, lines, picks for Saturday's college football games

Sports Insider previews the first full weekend of college football bowl action.

SportsInsider.com

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Army-Navy pregame hand signals were not racist, officials announce

The leaders of both service academies say the gestures were just part of the "circle game."

Tom Gatto

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College football bowl odds: Betting guide, picks for 2019 Bahamas Bowl, Frisco Bowl

Sports Insider previews the Bahamas Bowl and Frisco Bowl as the 2019-20 bowl season gets underway.

SportsInsider.com

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Bowl season: Three value picks for pick 'em pools, confidence points pools

The experts from TeamRankings are here to help with your college bowl picks. Get three underrated value picks, including an potential upset you could be overlooking, that will help you rack up confidence points in your college bowl pick 'em pools.

TeamRankings.com

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National Signing Day winners & surprises: Clemson, Ohio State, SEC powers clean up with top 2020 classes

Sporting News looks at the biggest winners from college football's early signing period. The rich certainly got richer, but there were a few surprises.

Bill Bender

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Early signing period the latest loss for USC coach Clay Helton

Helton said he's more worried about winning, but Wednesday was an unmitigated loss for USC.

Scott Wolf

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National Signing Day 2020: Top 10 classes, takeaways from early signing period

Sporting News looks at the top 10 recruiting classes for 2020, including one big takeaway from each program's haul.

Bill Bender

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Clyde Edwards-Helaire injury update: LSU star uncertain for Peach Bowl

Edwards-Helaire reportedly suffered a non-contact injury in practice.

Dan Bernstein

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National Signing Day player rankings 2020: Top 100 recruits for early signing period

With early signing period in full swing, here are the top 100 overall recruits, plus position-by-position rankings, to keep an eye on.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Oklahoma suspends three players, including team leader in sacks, for Peach Bowl

Oklahoma suspended three players ahead of the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, according to multiple reports.

Bill Bender

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College Bowl Picks 2019-20: Expert advice, tips, strategy for pick 'em pools

Whether you play in a straight-up pick 'em pool or one with confidence points, TeamRankings.com has expert advice to help with your college bowl picks. When should you pick an underdog or stick with a favorite? How about dealing with spreads? Get strategy tips here!

TeamRankings.com

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Maryland flips five-star receiver Rakim Jarrett from LSU

Maryland coach Mike Locksley landed five-star receiver Rakim Jarrett.

Bill Bender

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A guide to college football's early signing period 2020: Dates, class rankings, top uncommitted recruits

Everything you need to know about college football's 2020 early signing period, from dates, class rankings and recruit announcements to watch.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Hayden Fry, legendary Iowa football coach, dies at 90

Fry, who was inducted to the College Football Hall of Fame in 2003, died on Tuesday at the age of 90.

Dan Bernstein

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Sporting News' college football All-Decade team for the 2010s

Much like the decade itself, this list is dominated by Nick Saban's Alabama machine.

Bill Bender

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Deshaun Watson: Sporting News college football Athlete of the Decade

Nine quarterbacks won the Heisman Trophy this decade, and Clemson’s Deshaun Watson was not one of them. Watson, however, led the transformation of a rising ACC program into a national championship superstar.

Bill Bender

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Sporting News 2019 college football All-Americans

Your Sporting News 2019 college football All-Americans:

Bill Bender

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Ranking all 40 bowl games in 2019-20, from the obscure to the College Football Playoff

Sporting News ranks all 40 college football postseason games — including the College Football Playoff national championship — for the 2019 season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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West Point, Annapolis investigating use of possible 'white power' hand signs during Army-Navy Game

Military officials are investigating the alleged use of "white power" hand signs during the live broadcast of Saturday's Army-Navy football game.

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Burrow compared to Heisman winners

We compare Joe Burrow with the last five Heisman Trophy-winning quarterbacks after LSU's signal caller won the award on Saturday.

Liam Blackburn

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Army vs. Navy final score: Midshipmen dominate for first win in four years

Check out Sporting News' live updates, scores and highlights from the final game of the 2019 regular season: The Army-Navy Game.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Heisman Trophy odds: Will Burrow be biggest runaway winner?

There won't be much suspense for the 85th Heisman Trophy presentation in New York on Saturday. The betting intrigue is more focused on the margin of victory for LSU QB Joe Burrow, who is expected to win in a landslide vote.

SportsInsider.com

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When is the Heisman Trophy ceremony? Start time, odds, finalists for 2019 award presentation

Here's everything you need to know about the Heisman ceremony, including TV channel, odds and finalists.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Where will Joe Burrow rank among the biggest Heisman voting blowouts?

The question is not whether Joe Burrow will win the 2019 Heisman Trophy; it's whether the LSU quarterback will set the record for the biggest landslide in voting history.

Bill Bender

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What channel is Army vs. Navy on today? Time, schedule, jerseys for 2019 football rivalry game

Army takes on Navy in a classic rivalry game. Here is all the info you need to watch on Saturday, including kickoff time, TV channel and a uniforms for the rivalry matchup.

Eli Boettger

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10 biggest Heisman misses of all time

Throughout the years, there have been several instances where we’re still not quite sure the Heisman Trophy voters got it right. Who should’ve won the award instead?

Bill Bender

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A complete betting guide to college football's New Year's Six bowl games in 2019-20

Sports Insider breaks down the betting angles for each of the New Year's Six college football bowl games.

SportsInsider.com

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Burrow is Jackson's Heisman pick

Joe Burrow appears destined to be the number one pick in the 2020 NFL Draft and Lamar Jackson believes he should win the Heisman Trophy too.

Nicholas McGee

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'Belichick & Saban: The Art of Coaching' review: HBO documentary must-see for Patriots, Alabama fans

NFL Films and HBO pull back the curtain on two coaching legends and the mystique behind their success.

Vinnie Iyer

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Why each College Football Playoff team will (or won't) win a national championship

Sporting News looks at the cases for and against LSU, Ohio State, Oklahoma and Clemson.

Bill Bender

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College Football Playoff rankings: Who are the four teams in the final CFP poll release of 2019?

Who's in the College Football Playoff for 2019? Here are the final rankings, released by the CFP committee Sunday, including the top four, first teams out and the entire top 25 for bowl season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football bowl schedule: Tracking the selections for all 40 bowl games in 2019-20

Where is your school headed? Sporting News tracks the accepted bids for all 40 college football postseason games here.

Bill Bender

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What the College Football Playoff can learn from the NFL

The College Football Playoff caught a break this year, but the biggest problem with the four-team model persists. Here is what the CFP can take from the NFL.

Bill Bender

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College football updated polls: AP Top 25, Coaches Poll rankings after Week 15

Check out the updated college football rankings from the AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll after the Week 11 slate of games.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Who plays in the Orange Bowl 2020? Teams, date, schedule for New Year’s 6 bowl game

Check out all the details you need to know about this year's Orange Bowl, including the teams, TV info and schedule.

Eli Boettger

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Who plays in the Sugar Bowl 2020? Teams, date, schedule for New Year’s 6 bowl game

Check out all the details you need to know about this year's Sugar Bowl, including the teams, TV info and schedule.

Eli Boettger

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Who plays in the Cotton Bowl 2020? Teams, date, schedule for New Year’s 6 bowl game

Memphis earned the Group of 5 bid out of the New Year's Day Six. More on the Tigers' matchup with Penn State in the Cotton Bowl.

Bill Bender

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Who plays in the Rose Bowl 2020? Teams, date, schedule for New Year’s 6 bowl game

Oregon takes on Wisconsin in the Rose Bowl. Here is all you need to know about the classic Pac-12 vs. Big Ten matchup.

Bill Bender

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College Football Playoff: 40-point offenses, transfer quarterbacks and more separation than ever

The College Football Playoff features high-scoring offense, transfer quarterbacks and the widening of the gap between the best teams in college football and everyone else.

Bill Bender

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Final college football bowl projections: College Football Playoff, New Year's Day 6 picks

Sporting News' final bowl projections are here before the College Football Playoff rankings are unveiled Sunday.

Bill Bender

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College Football Playoff picture: Four in, first two out in final rankings

Sporting News takes a look at the College Football Playoff picture before Sunday's pairings are unveiled.

Bill Bender

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SN college football rankings for bowl season: Ohio State comeback shakes up Playoff field

Sporting News' college football rankings ahead of bowl season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Ohio State's comeback win vs. Wisconsin for Big Ten title doesn't capture season-long brilliance

The College Football Playoff should use Ohio State's entire season to determine the Buckeyes' final ranking — not just an underwhelming first half against Wisconsin.

Mike DeCourcy

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LSU vs. Georgia final score: Joe Burrow dazzles in Tigers' blowout SEC championship win

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from LSU's big victory in the 2019 SEC championship game.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Ohio State dominates after halftime for Big Ten championship victory

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Ohio State's 34-21 victory in Indianapolis.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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College Football Playoff selection show 2019: Date, time, how to watch final CFP rankings release

Here's a guide to everything to need to follow along with the College Football Playoff selection show, including start time, TV channel and more for the final CFP ranking reveal and complete 2019-20 bowl schedule.

Eli Boettger

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The College Football Playoff debate: Should LSU or Ohio State be No. 1?

The only drama in tomorrow's pairings will be the top spot. Which one of the three unbeatens deserves it most?

Bill Bender

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When are the College Football Playoff rankings released? Time, channel for final CFP selection show 2019

Here's everything you need to know to tune in to the final of College Football Playoff selection show, including start time, TV channel and more for the final CFP ranking reveal and complete 2019-20 bowl schedule.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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LSU's Joe Burrow makes case as College Football Playoff's most dangerous quarterback

Joe Burrow clinched the SEC championship for LSU with what will be considered a legendary performance. The show rolls on to the Playoff.

Bill Bender

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Oklahoma defense's redemptive performance finally has Sooners looking like title contenders

The Sooners led the way to a hard-fought win over Baylor in the Big 12 championship game. Could that finally be the difference for the Sooners in the Playoff?

John E. Hoover

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Ohio State vs. Wisconsin odds, predictions, betting trends for Big Ten championship game

Here's everything to know about betting on Ohio State vs. Wisconsin, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for the 2019 Big Ten championship game.

Bill Bender

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College football schedule, TV channels, times, scores for 2019 conference championship games

Here's everything to know about the college football schedule for Friday and Saturday, including TV channels and start times for every top-25 matchup during conference championship weekend.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Clemson vs. Virginia odds, predictions, betting trends for ACC championship game

Here's everything to know about betting on Clemson vs. Virginia, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for the 2019 ACC championship game.

Bill Bender

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What channel is Ohio State vs. Wisconsin on today? Time, schedule for Big Ten championship game 2019

Here is a guide to everything you need to watch Ohio State vs. Wisconsin in the Big Ten championship game, including kickoff time, TV channel and a full championship week college football schedule.

Drew Nantais

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What channel is Clemson vs. Virginia on today? Time, schedule for ACC championship game 2019

Here is a guide to everything you need to watch Clemson vs. Virginia in the ACC championship game, including kickoff time, TV channel and a full championship week college football schedule.

Eli Boettger

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Oklahoma vs. Baylor final score: Sooners win Big 12 championship in OT thriller, make Playoff case

Follow along as Sporting News provides live scores, updates and highlights from the 2019 Big 12 championship game between Oklahoma and Baylor.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is LSU vs. Georgia on today? Time, schedule for SEC championship game 2019

Here is a guide to everything you need to watch LSU vs. Georgia in the SEC championship game, including kickoff time, TV channel and a full championship week college football schedule.

Drew Nantais

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Charlie Brewer injury update: Baylor QB ruled out for rest of Big 12 Championship vs. Oklahoma

After taking a hard hit early in the second quarter, Baylor quarterback Charlie Brewer came up wobbly and needed assistance from his teammates in order to maintain his balance.

Jordan Greer

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Six scenarios for final College Football Playoff rankings, from chalk to chaos

Sporting News looks at all the possible scenarios for the College Football Playoff rankings heading into conference championship weekend.

Bill Bender

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What channel is Oklahoma vs. Baylor on today? Time, schedule for Big 12 championship game 2019

Here is a guide to everything you need to watch Oklahoma vs. Baylor in the Big 12 championship game, including kickoff time, TV channel and a full championship week college football schedule.

Eli Boettger

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Oklahoma vs. Baylor odds, predictions, betting trends for Big 12 championship game

Here's everything to know about betting on Oklahoma vs. Baylor, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for the 2019 Big 12 championship game.

John E. Hoover

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