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The 'Eddie George photo' is an iconic part of the Ohio State-Notre Dame rivalry

Ohio State won the last matchup at the Horseshoe between the two blueblood programs, and it marked a line of demarcation between the two programs that carries to this weekend's showdown.

Bill Bender

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College football upset alert: Expert picks for Week 1 underdogs with the best odds to win

The Sporting News Underdog Challenge is back for Year 2, my friends, and we are going to find the upsets before they happen like never before.

Bill Trocchi

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Betting guide for LSU-Florida State Sunday night showdown.

LSU and Florida State looked poised to battle down to the wire Sunday night at the Superdome.

Bill Bender

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ESPN GameDay host Desmond Howard talks Michigan QBs, defends Wolverines' playoff pick

Desmond Howard likes Michigan's chances to defend the Big Ten title in 2022.

Bill Bender

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What college football games are on Friday?

The Sporting News looks ahead at the college football schedule for Week 1's Friday slate.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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How an imperfect Sean Clifford led Penn State to its comeback win over Purdue

Clifford's 2022 debut was anything but flawless, but he led the Nittany Lions to a comeback win and a 1-0 record.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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M.J. Devonshire's pick-six the final twist in a wild Pitt-WVU Backyard Brawl

Devonshire made the play at the most opportune time in a thrilling Week 1 matchup.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Week 1 controversy: Was targeting ejection of Penn State LB Abdul Carter the right call?

We have the first controversial call of the college football season, and it comes in the Big Ten matchup between Penn State and Purdue.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Week 1 daily college fantasy football picks for DraftKings contests

The opening week of the college football season features plenty of fun matchups to parse through for those in DFS contests. CFBDynasty's college fantasy football experts reveal some of their favorite stud, sleeper, and value picks for Week 1 DraftKings tournaments.

CFB Dynasty

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Arkansas vs. Cincinnati betting odds and prediction

Arkansas hosts Cincinnati in a highly anticipated Week 1 non-conference matchup. Sporting News breaks down the matchup with an ATS and over/under pick.

Nick Musial

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Week 1 college football ATS betting picks

Sporting News dissects Week 1 of the college football season with some against-the-spread picks for televised games featuring teams outside the AP Top 25.

Nick Musial

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Utah vs. Florida betting odds and prediction

The Billy Napier era kicks off on Saturday night as Florida welcomes No. 7 Utah to the Swamp in a highly-anticipated Pac-12 vs. SEC matchup. Sporting News breaks down this non-conference contest with an ATS and over/under pick.

Jovan Alford

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Why did Kedon Slovis transfer from USC to Pitt?

Kedon Slovis is looking to make waves for the Panthers in 2022.

Kevin Skiver

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Lorenzo & Sonny Styles: Brothers turn Ohio State-Notre Dame into a family showcase

For four quarters, brothers will be opponents, but the Pickerington, Ohio, natives will be brothers first before and after the Ohio State-Notre Dame showdown.

Bill Bender

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What channel is Penn State vs. Purdue on today?

The Sporting News breaks down the Big Ten cross-division game between the Nittany Lions and Boilermakers:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Peach Bowl CEO Gary Stokan's vision made Atlanta college football's center stage

Between the Chick-fil-A kickoff games, the SEC championship and the CFP semifinal, Atlanta will host some of the biggest games on the college football calendar. And that isn't changing any time soon.

Bill Bender

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Meet Penn State RB Nick Singleton

Nick Singleton is the highest-rated running back recruit Penn State has had in several years. But the freshman will have to work his way into the starting rotation.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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History, highlights from the Pitt vs. West Virginia rivalry

The classic rivalry returns Thursday at Acrisure Stadium.

Kevin Skiver

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What channel is Pitt vs. West Virginia on today?

The Sporting News looks at the Thursday meeting between Pitt and West Virginia, including how to watch:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Betting guide to Georgia-Oregon clash

Georgia is a strong favorite, but look for Oregon to stand up to the Bulldogs.

Bill Bender

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Betting guide to Ohio State-Notre Dame showdown

SN previews the Week 1 showdown between the Buckeyes and Irish.

Bill Bender

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Why did JT Daniels transfer from Georgia to West Virginia?

JT Daniels moved from USC to Georgia to West Virginia in his college career.

Kevin Skiver

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Top transfer players who can contribute on new teams in 2022

There was no shortage of transfers over the offseason. Here are the players who can most likely contribute at their new destinations.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Revisiting Oklahoma's controversial 2016 loss to Central Michigan

Oklahoma State and CMU will play again for the first time since that fateful game. Revisiting the controversial loss that never should have been.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College Football Week 1 prop bets: Bo Nix, Anthony Richardson & more

We take a look at some of the best prop bets across the country for Saturday's college football slate, which includes Oregon quarterback Bo Nix taking on Georgia and Florida's Anthony Richardson going up against a ranked Utah Utes team at the Swamp.

Jovan Alford

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Pittsburgh vs. West Virginia betting odds and prediction

The Backyard Brawl returns on Thursday night as No. 17 Pittsburgh hosts West Virginia in a non-conference bout. Sporting News breaks down the matchup with an ATS and over/under pick.

Nick Musial

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Pitt-West Virginia 2007: The night the most epic Backyard Brawl altered college football history

There is clear No. 1 as far as West Virginia's most painful losses: the 100th meeting of the Backyard Brawl that cost the Mountaineers a potential national championship.

Mike DeCourcy

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Jackson's water crisis is impacting Deion Sanders' program

Jackson, Miss., is mostly without clean water. That means no working toilets, no air conditioning and no ice baths at Jackson State's facility, according to coach Deion Sanders.

David Suggs

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Meet your Heisman dark horse: Washington State quarterback Cameron Ward is on a mission

After being ignored in high school, Cameron Ward dominated at the FCS level and is hoping is jump to the Power 5 will be a stop on the way to the NFL.

Bill Bender

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It may be a bumpy Year 1 for Marcus Freeman, but Notre Dame's outlook is still bright

Kirby Smart's transition from defensive coordinator to head coach was tough at first, but his recruiting eventually got him to the top. Marcus Freeman may follow a similar path.

Bill Trocchi

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Northwestern O-line coach trolls Nebraska's Scott Frost: 'We only puked 4 times all camp'

Scott Frost said that his linemen were vomiting 15 to 20 times per practice. Northwestern let him have it after the Wildcats upset Cornhuskers in Week 0.

Jacob Camenker

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Nebraska isn't putting a number on 2022 success, but 0-1 makes the math much harder

Nebraska begins its 2022 season with a loss that looks too much like a lot of other losses during the tenure of its embattled coach.

Bill Bender

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Why fans at Nebraska vs. Northwestern got free beer, concessions at Aviva Stadium

It all had to do with a WiFi issue.

Jacob Camenker

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College football Week 1 viewer's guide: Time, TV, best games in five-day weekend

Week 1 of the college football season is a five days of football fun. Sporting News breaks down the best games of the opening weekend.

Bill Bender

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College football schedule for Week 0 FBS games

Here's all the information you need for the first weekend of the 2022 FBS college football season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why is Nebraska-Northwestern being played in Dublin?

Nebraska vs. Northwestern is the first edition of the delayed Aer Lingus College Football Classic, a five-game series of college football games in Ireland.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What channel is Nebraska vs. Northwestern on today?

The first Power 5 game of the season is upon us. Here's how to watch the Nebraska-Northwestern game as it kicks off in Dublin:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why isn't Decoldest Crawford playing for Nebraska?

Crawford is already one of the most recognizable names for Nebraska, and has yet to play a down for the Huskers. That will remain the case in the season opener.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Full Week 0 schedule for FBS teams in 2022

College football is back. The Sporting News has everything you need to tune in and watch what should be a good primer for Week 1:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Nebraska vs. Northwestern odds, prediction, betting trends for Week 0 matchup in Dublin

Nebraska finished 3-9 last season, and the pressure is on fifth-year coach Scott Frost after four straight losing seasons.

Bill Bender

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College football picks, predictions against the spread for Week 0 matchups

Northwestern-Nebraska is the Week 0 game worth watching. SN makes it first picks against the spread for the 2022 season.

Bill Bender

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Heisman Trophy Odds 2022: Favorites, sleepers ahead of Week Zero

Ahead of Week Zero, check out our breakdown of the 2022 Heisman Trophy odds, which includes obvious favorites C.J. Stroud (+200) and Bryce Young (+430) along with sleepers Will Anderson (+2000) and Hendon Hooker (+6000).

Nick Musial

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Jacksonville State football accuses Stephen F. Austin of spying

Nothing like a little espionage between two FCS programs.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Highest-paid college football coaches: Kirby Smart, Nick Saban among the nation's biggest earners

Sporting News details the ten highest-paid coaches in college football, based on 2022 salaries.

David Suggs

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How Manti Te'o became a high-profile victim of a catfishing hoax

The Sporting News looks back on the bizarre catfishing hoax that hooked the star Notre Dame linebacker.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Portal Passers: Take the College Quarterback Transfer Quiz

College QBs have been in the move since last season. Have you kept up? Test your knowledge for the season kicks off in a few days to see if you know where these quarterbacks will be playing this fall.

Bill Trocchi

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2022-23 College Football Betting Preview

With Week Zero kicking off this weekend, bettors don't have much time left to get down some preseason futures bets. We highlight the best bets to win the National Championship and make the College Football Playoff along with a couple of other futures markets.

Nick Musial

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Six college football coaches who are under pressure to win this season

Last year's coaches who entered the year on the hot seat ranged from Jim Harbaugh, who reached the College Football Playoff, to Clay Helton, who was fired after two games.

Bill Trocchi

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Texas' Steve Sarkisian names Quinn Ewers starting QB in odd announcement

It seemed a foregone conclusion until Texas actually made the announcement.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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C.J. Stroud says Big Ten should share media revenue with players

The returning Heisman Trophy finalist wants to see the Big Ten share portions of the record-breaking deal with the athletes who make it possible in the first place.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Scott Frost: Nebraska linemen are vomiting 15-20 times per practice

That's certainly one metric by which to measure exertion during practice.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Big Ten should pull invitation to Notre Dame and stop playing the Irish

If Notre Dame wants to remain independent, the Big Ten should pull its reported 'open invitation' and stop scheduling the Irish.

Bill Bender

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Big Ten TV deal most lucrative in college sports history

The Big Ten on Thursday announced a record-smashing media rights deal with CBS, Fox, NBC and Peacock. Breaking down the deal and what it means for fans moving forward:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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ACC Betting Preview

We break down the 2022 ACC betting odds before highlighting a couple of favorites, sleepers, and a long shot to watch. Get that, plus our favorite regular season win totals and early against-the-spread picks.

Nick Musial

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North Carolina wide receiver Josh Downs has earned his elite status as NFL Draft prospect

The first-team preseason All-ACC wide receiver will be vital to North Carolina's rebuilt offense in 2022.

Carlan Gay

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ACC football predictions 2022: Conference standings, impact transfers, best games

The ACC has one more season of divisions, and it looks like we could be headed for a Miami-Clemson title game matchup.

Bill Bender

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How to watch Manti Te'o Netflix documentary

Netflix is releasing another entry in its "Untold" series. This one focuses on the catfishing hoax that enveloped former Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te'o.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Win Totals: Why you should bet Cincinnati, fade Florida State, more picks

The experts from BetQL break down some of the best and worst value bets for 2022 college football over/under win totals. Should you lay down some action on Cincinnati, SMU, Florida State, and more?

BetQL

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Best Pac-12 bets to consider for 2022

We break down the 2022 Pac-12 betting odds before highlighting a couple of favorites, sleepers, and a long shot to watch. Get that, plus our favorite regular season win totals and early against-the-spread picks.

Nick Musial

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Pac-12 football predictions 2022: Conference standings, impact transfers, best games

Divisions are gone, but the same Pac-12 champ should emerge in Utah.

Bill Bender

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College football updated polls: AP Top 25, Coaches Poll rankings released for 2022 season

There is a consensus top 8 teams in the country according to the AP, Coaches and Sporting News preseason polls.

Bill Bender

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AP Poll: Will Alabama, Ohio State run wire to wire at No. 1 and No. 2?

The AP preseason poll hasn't seen the top two teams go wire-to-wire since 2005, when Texas and USC produced one of the most memorable championship games of all time.

Bill Bender

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College football rankings 2022: Alabama, Ohio State top AP Preseason Poll

Alabama is a runaway No. 1 in the AP preseason poll, with Ohio State and Georgia receiving a few first-place votes.

Bill Bender

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College Fantasy Sleepers 2022

There's no shortage of potential fantasy sleepers for the 2022 college football season. CFBDynasty breaks down a few of its favorite potential breakouts at QB, RB, and WR.

CFB Dynasty

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Top 200 College Fantasy Rankings

Are you ready for your 2022 college fantasy draft? You aren't if you don't have a reliable set of overall rankings. CFBDynasty provides a Top 200 big board to get you started. From the top picks to the mid-round sleepers, update your college fantasy football cheat sheet!

CFB Dynasty

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College Fantasy Football Kicker Rankings 2022

Find the best kicker options for your 2022 college fantasy football team with CFBDynasty.com's kicker rankings.

CFB Dynasty

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College Fantasy Football D/ST Rankings 2022

Defense wins championships...even in college fantasy football. Check out CFBDynasty's college fantasy D/ST rankings ahead of your 2022 draft.

CFB Dynasty

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College Fantasy Football TE Rankings 2022

With several elite tight ends and plenty of potential breakouts, CFBDynasty's 2022 college fantasy TE rankings are important adds to your draft cheat sheet.

CFB Dynasty

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College Fantasy Football WR Rankings 2022

CFBDynasty's 2022 college fantasy WR rankings are as loaded as ever. Check out all the top players, potential breakouts, and mid-round sleepers at wide receiver.

CFB Dynasty

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College Fantasy Football RB Rankings 2022

Running backs don't get quite as much hype as they used to, but it's still arguably the most important position in college fantasy football. From Power-5 stars to small-school sleepers, CFBDynasty.com's 2022 RB rankings can help you during your draft.

CFB Dynasty

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College Fantasy Football QB Rankings 2022

Some of the top players in all of college football headline the 2022 fantasy QB rankings. See how CFBDynasty.com breaks down the top-tier studs and mid-round sleepers.

CFB Dynasty

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The best college football games in 2022; Alabama-Texas A&M, Notre Dame-Ohio State lead the way

The bumpy college football offseason is almost over. Here are some games to look forward to

Bill Bender

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Michigan State's Mel Tucker won't back down from a higher standard for the Spartans

Michigan State's Mel Tucker enjoyed a breakthrough 11-win season last season, and was paid for it. Now he wants his team to live in that elite neighborhood.

Bill Bender

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SEC Conference Betting Preview

We break down the 2022 SEC football betting odds before highlighting a couple of favorites, sleepers, and a long shot to watch. Get that, plus our favorite regular season win totals and early against-the-spread picks.

Nick Musial

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Wake Forest QB Sam Hartman out indefinitely

The record-setting Wake Forest signal-caller will be out indefinitely.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Best offense ever? Loaded Ohio State unit could prove it in 2022

After leading the nation in scoring and yards in 2022, the Buckeyes welcome back several key pieces that could push them into the record books.

Bill Bender

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Big Ten football predictions 2022: Conference standings, impact transfers, best games

Sporting News looks at the Big Ten conference heading into 2022. Does anybody have a shot against a loaded Ohio State team?

Bill Bender

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Kevin Durant, WNBA travel chaos, Aaron Rodgers and more

Joe Tsai backs his staff after Kevin Durant ultimatum, WNBA players forced to spend the night in an airport after more travel chaos, and Aaron Rodgers won’t face NFL drug charges.

The Sporting News

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College football rankings: Alabama back at No. 1 in preseason Coaches Top 25

The defending national champion Georgia Bulldogs (No. 3) are looking up at Ohio State and Alabama.

Bill Bender

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Oklahoma assistant coach Cale Gundy resigns after reading aloud 'word that I should never ... have uttered'

Gundy announced his resignation on Twitter late on Sunday.

Edward Sutelan

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Talking Kareem Hunt, Cale Gundy, Sue Bird and more

Browns stand firm after Kareem Hunt trade request, Cale Gundy resigns over offensive language, and Sue Bird signs off in Seattle.

The Sporting News

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Big 12 Conference Betting Preview

We break down the 2022 Big 12 football betting odds before highlighting a couple of favorites, a sleeper, and a long shots to watch. Get that, plus our favorite regular season win totals and early against-the-spread picks.

Nick Musial

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Arch Manning bought Steve Sarkisian some time to turn things around at Texas — for now

Steve Sarkisian's 5-7 debut at Texas was underwhelming, but the commitment of Arch Manning gave the program a big shot in the arm this offseason.

Mike DeCourcy

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Big Ten Conference Betting Preview

We break down the 2022 Big Ten football championship odds before highlighting a couple of favorites, sleepers, and long shots to watch along with our favorite regular season win total and early season ATS picks.

Nick Musial

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Saban claims Alabama's 2021 season was 'rebuilding year'

Alabama, of course, had the Heisman Trophy winner, beat the eventual national champions in the SEC championship game and had a berth in the national championship.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Big 12 football predictions 2022: Conference standings, impact transfers, best games

Oklahoma has a real chance to regain the title post Lincoln Riley, but Texas might be the most interesting program to watch.

Bill Bender

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Will we see 12-0 Alabama vs. 12-0 Georgia for SEC title game? Here's five potential roadblocks

Alabama and Georgia will likely be favored in every game they play this season, but that doesn't mean we will see the Tide and Bulldogs meet as undefeateds in Atlanta.

Bill Bender

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SEC football predictions 2022: Conference standings, impact transfers, best games

Sporting News previews the SEC ahead of the 2022 college football season. Will anything prevent another round of Alabama vs. Georgia?

Bill Bender

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College football predictions for 2022 bowl games, Playoff semifinals, national championship

Sporting News makes its picks for the 2022 College Football Playoff. Hint: It's more of the same.

Bill Bender

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Behind UCLA's $67.5M settlement of lawsuit against Under Armour

Under Armoud had at one point entered into the highest-paying sponsorship deal in history. The sports apparel company attempted to terminate its contract with UCLA just four years into a 15-year deal.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Pac-12 commissioner packs a wallop with comments about Big 12 rivals at football media day

After hearing what Pac-12 commissioner George Kliavkoff had to say about the Big 12, it's easy to see why the two could not find the common ground for a merger agreement.

Mike DeCourcy

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DeCourcy: Ohio State-Michigan rivalry is back after Wolverines' rout of Buckeyes in '21

Is it really a rivalry if one team wins 85 percent of the time? That's where Ohio State vs. Michigan stood in the 21st century, but now UM has won 100 percent of the meetings in the past year.

Mike DeCourcy

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Big Ten should lead charge for 16-team College Football Playoff expansion

How would the Big Ten benefit from a 16-team College Football Playoff. Sporting News takes a closer look.

Bill Bender

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Sarah Fuller, the first woman to play in a Power 5 football game, steps away from college soccer

The Sporting News details the factors that prompted Fuller to end her college soccer career prematurely.

David Suggs

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Jayson Tatum mum on KD rumors, Joe Burrow has surgery, soccer superstars dazzle in Dallas

Jayson Tatum keeps quiet on Boston’s Kevin Durant links, Joe Burrow hit by appendicitis, and Europe’s soccer superstars dazzle in Dallas.

The Sporting News

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Michigan quarterback competition: Jim Harbaugh wants it to be competitive, not combative

Cade McNamara and J.J. McCarthy will battle it out in the preseason as Jim Harbaugh prepares for a decision that may define the rest of his tenure at Michigan.

Bill Bender

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Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren is open to expansion, but it's got to be a value add

If you think you know where college athletics is headed now that the Big Ten has expanded to include UCLA and USC, you're one of the few.

Mike DeCourcy

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Nebraska due to break through in 2022, but can Scott Frost make it happen?

Scott Frost proclaimed 'this year is going to be different' at Big Ten Media Days. For him to survive the season, it needs to be.

Bill Bender

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Pitt's Pat Narduzzi rips Jordan Addison for transfer to USC

Pat Narduzzi was none too pleased with his star receiver's decision to transfer to USC.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Deion Sanders says Jackson State isn't ready to play Alabama

Sanders said he needs more time to get his team ready to play a team like Alabama — particularly along the offensive and defensive lines.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Notre Dame, NBC negotiating massive deal

Notre Dame is seeking a deal with NBC that would make sense financially while allowing it to maintain its status as a college football independent.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Take it or leave it, Clemson's Dabo Swinney is right about college football's future

Dabo Swinney sees larger conferences and larger playoff fields coming down the road.

Bill Bender

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Jimbo Fisher has 'no problem' with Nick Saban

The Texas A&M coach attempted to mend burnt bridges at SEC Media Days after blasting his former boss in a May news conference.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Georgia's Kirby Smart becomes highest-paid coach in college football

Georgia rewarded Smart with the most lucrative contract in college football history. The Sporting News breaks down his new deal:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why Mario Cristobal is nixing the turnover chain in his first season at Miami: 'It's not part of our culture'

Miami (Fla.) was the trendsetter for turnover knick-knacks, but the OG is no more.

Kevin Skiver

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Clemson's Dabo Swinney claims he doesn’t need ‘anyone on a message board’ to tell him who D.J. Uiagalelei is

Clemson has no quarterback controversy entering the season. Coach Dabo Swinney says he fully supports D.J. Uiagalelei even after his shaky sophomore season.

Carlan Gay

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ACC Kickoff 2022: Commissioner Jim Phillips says 'everything is on the table' when it comes to league's future

ACC Media Days are underway in Charlotte, and commissioner Jim Phillips addressed conference realignment and where the league stands in the shifting landscape.

Carlan Gay

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Texas A&M WR Ainias Smith arrested for DWI one day before scheduled appearance at SEC Media Day

Smith was booked into a Brazos County, Texas jail for three separate charges: unlawful carrying of weapon, driving while intoxicated and possession of less than two ounces of marijuana.

David Suggs

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Deion Sanders forgoing half of his salary for new Jackson State football facility

Neon Deion is putting his money where his mouth is.

David Suggs

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Alabama's Bryce Young has shot at second Heisman, but that's not his focus

QB Bryce Young should be even better in his second year as Alabama's starter, but history says he will not be a repeat Heisman winner.

Bill Trocchi

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Texas Tech football players to receive $25K each in NIL deal

The Red Raiders announced a massive collective NIL deal for its entire football team. The Sporting News looks into the deal, including how it fits into NCAA regulations, Texas state law and more:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Nick Saban says Alabama players made $3 million from NIL deals last year

Saban has not shied away from criticizing NIL's current implementation in college football. But he hasn't minded using it as a recruiting tactic, either.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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SEC commissioner Greg Sankey says conference is already a 'super league'; will be cautious about expansion

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey kicked off SEC Media Days by addressing expansion, the College Football Playoff and scheduling.

Bill Trocchi

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Florida QB Anthony Richardson drops 'AR-15' nickname, citing concerns over mass shootings

Richardson and his team are rebranding in an effort to distance themselves from the weapon used in numerous mass shootings in the past few years.

David Suggs

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Would NFL move some regular season games to college stadiums? Here's what it would look like

Would the NFL consider a back-to-school weekend? Sporting News looks at the best matchups in that scenario.

Bill Bender

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Alabama sits comfortably atop SN program rankings during the College Football Playoff era

Sporting News' formula ranks the top 16 programs since 2014, and there is a sizable gap between No. 1 and the rest of the field.

Bill Bender

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Sporting News 2022 college football Preseason All-American team: Alabama's Bryce Young, Texas' Bijan Robinson lead the way

Sporting News 2022 Preseason All-American team is loaded with Alabama and Ohio State players. Who made the list?

Bill Bender

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Oregon tight end Spencer Webb, 22, dies in reported cliff-diving accident

Webb was entering his fifth season in Eugene.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Saban, Sanders put beef behind them

Saban and Sanders have reunited to work on a new Aflac commercial, seemingly putting their beef behind them after the Alabama coach accused Jackson State of paying its top recruit.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Nick Saban says superconferences 'here to stay'

Saban thinks the end result of college football's upheaval will be superconferences.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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College football's top 25 quarterbacks for 2022, from Stetson Bennett to Bryce Young

Sporting News ranks the top 25 quarterbacks for the 2022 college football season. Alabama's Bryce Young and Ohio State's C.J. Stroud top the list.

Bill Bender

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College Football Playoff contenders 2022: Who can sneak up on Alabama, Ohio State, Georgia

How many true College Football Playoff contenders exist in 2022? The list is short, but there are a few interesting wild cards.

Bill Bender

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How many super conferences should college football have: one, two or more?

Sporting News breaks down the super conference models that could be coming to college football. Is one, two or four the best number?

Bill Bender

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Greed is good: Super conference era is coming, and it is going to be good for college football

Don't fear super conferences. College football fans will be rewarded in the end.

Bill Bender

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What's next in college football realignment?

USC and UCLA have set off another massive wave of college football realignment. Here are the questions college football's power brokers must consider:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Winners, losers from USC and UCLA's stunning departure for the Big Ten

There are many moving pieces to USC and UCLA's announcement that they will be joining the Big Ten in 2024.

Bill Bender

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'The Sporting News 7' podcast: Kevin Durant drops bomb as NBA free agency opens, Big Ten gets bigger, Venus next up at Wimbledon

Kevin Durant drops a bomb on the NBA’s billion-dollar day, the Big Ten is about to get even bigger, and after Serena’s exit it’s time for big sister Venus at Wimbledon.

The Sporting News

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Will Notre Dame now join the Big Ten? The future of the Irish has become murky

With USC and UCLA giving the Big Ten 16 teams with possibly more on the way, Notre Dame's independent status becomes an issue once again.

Bill Bender

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If the Big Ten wants to get B1GGER, who are the most attractive candidates for expansion?

There is a belief the Big Ten Conference is not finished expanding with USC and UCLA likely to join. But there are obstacles and issues with most of the attractive candidates

Mike DeCourcy

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Big Ten's poaching of USC, UCLA leads to more questions than answers

The latest realignment earthquake hit college football on Thursday, with USC and UCLA leaving the Pac-12 and giving the Big Ten 16 members by 2024.

Bill Bender

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Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence has advice for Texas' Arch Manning: 'Learn how to manage expectations'

Trevor Lawrence knows what it's like to be a highly touted No. 1 overall recruit.

Jacob Camenker

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Why Bengals running back Trayveon Williams is teaching an NIL course at Texas A&M

Williams, a former Aggie, will be teaching the course in the spring following the end of the NFL season.

Edward Sutelan

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Who is Brett Yormark? Big 12 names executive from Jay-Z's Roc Nation as next commissioner

The power conference has tapped someone outside of the college football world as its next commissioner.

Kevin Skiver

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The Arch Manning recruiting effect: Texas sees flood of quality commitments for class of 2023

There was speculation the program that landed Arch Manning would also land players who wanted to play with Manning. That speculation has turned into reality for Texas.

Bill Bender

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Edgerrin James says his son Eden and Arch Manning will link up in the NFL: 'I'm calling it right now'

Edgerrin James and Peyton Manning were one of the league's great dynamic duos in the mid-2000s. James is hoping his son, Eden, and Peyton's nephew, Arch, are able to make a similar impact together.

David Suggs

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When is Arch Manning eligible for the NFL Draft?

Arch Manning is the No. 1 overall recruit in the class of 2023 and an early favorite to command a similar pick in the NFL draft. Here's a look at when he's eligible to enter:

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Arch Manning to Texas: Winners and losers as No. 1 QB commits to Longhorns

With his first tweet, Arch Manning let the world know his hyped recruitment was over. The No. 1 ranked player in the 2023 class picked Texas over Alabama and Georgia.

Bill Bender

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How Arch Manning can match Archie, Peyton and Eli's opening acts in college

Arch Manning follows in the footsteps of grandfather Archie and uncles Peyton and Eli. Could Arch one-up them by starting from Day 1?

Bill Bender

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With Arch Manning headed to Texas, what does that mean for former No. 1 QB Quinn Ewers?

Texas looks like it will have two former No. 1-ranked quarterbacks on its roster this spring. How will things shake out for Quinn Ewers with Arch Manning on the way?

Bill Bender

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The Arch Manning standard: How No. 1 QB recruits have fared since 2012

Sporting News looks back at the top QB recruit since 2012, from Jameis Winston to Arch Manning.

Bill Bender

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Why Arch Manning picked Texas over Alabama and Georgia, and what the top recruit's decision means for Quinn Ewers

Arch Manning, the most sought-after recruit in the country, can make an immediate impact with the Longhorns in 2023.

Kevin Skiver

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2022 Heisman Odds

Check out our breakdown of the early 2022 Heisman Trophy odds, which includes obvious favorites C.J. Stroud and Bryce Young and sleepers like Sam Hartman and KJ Jefferson.

Nick Musial

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Where is Arch Manning going to college? Latest news, recruiting updates after Texas, Alabama, Georgia visits

The son of Cooper Manning is nearing a decision on his collegiate football future. The Sporting News is tracking all the latest on his choice.

Edward Sutelan

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Ohio State building all-time wide receiver room with Brian Hartline's recruiting

Ohio State landed two more blue-chip wide receivers this week, which are the latest in a string of NFL-caliber WRs brought in since 2019.

Bill Bender

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College football 2022: Preseason top 25 rankings, bowl projections, All-Americans and more

Talkin' season is here and SN wants to get you prepared for the 2022 season.

Bill Bender

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Marcus Freeman claims misquote in apparent jab at OSU academics

Freeman has two degrees from Ohio State, where he was a linebacker from 2004-08.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Five-star QB C.J. Carr the latest recruiting gem for Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman

The grandson of former Michigan coach Lloyd Carr committed to Notre Dame.

Bill Bender

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Top 25 FBS coach rankings for 2022: Nick Saban still No. 1, then the fun begins

Nick Saban holds on to his spot in Sporting News' annual coach rankings. The top 10 comes with some fun debates.

Bill Bender

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Betting on 2022 CFB win totals

2022 college football regular-season win totals are available to bet on. We break down four teams whose win totals present betting value, including USC and Nebraska.

Nick Musial

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Ryan Day says Ohio State needs $13 million in NIL deals to maintain roster

The discussion between Day and community members outlined how the Buckeyes — and other high-profile programs — are adjusting to this new age of collegiate athletics.

David Suggs

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Jimbo Fisher might be done with Nick Saban feud, but it's not done with him

Jimbo Fisher tried to squash the feud with Nick Saban on Wednesday, but it's going to follow the Texas A&M coach longer than he wants.

Bill Bender

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SEC scheduling: Why 9-game model best suits conference's future

Scheduling will be a key topic of conversation at the SEC spring meetings. A nine-game model is best for the future.

Bill Bender

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Former Nebraska coach Bo Pelini says Big 12 'lied' in 2009 conference championship game loss to Texas

Pelini didn't hold back on a recent appearance on "Pardon My Take", accusing the Big 12 of lying to get Texas into the 2009 national championship game.

David Suggs

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College football 2022-23 bowl schedule: Dates, times, TV for all 43 bowls

Dates and times for all 43 bowl games were unveiled on Thursday.

Bill Bender

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Tennessee-Martin QB Dresser Winn endorses local district attorney, becomes first known athlete to ink a political NIL deal

Winn's deal is the first of its kind. It may be a groundbreaking one.

David Suggs

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Lane Kiffin says Nick Saban will be at Alabama 'forever' and NIL will boost Crimson Tide's national championship win total

The current Ole Miss head coach worked as Saban's offensive coordinator from 2014 to 2016.

Edward Sutelan

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What Eli Holstein's commitment means for Alabama QBs, pursuit of Arch Manning

Alabama secured a commitment from Eli Holstein on Tuesday. Does that mean the Crimson Tide are out of the Arch Manning sweepstakes?

Bill Bender

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Five best bets to make College Football Playoff for first time in 2022

Sporting News ranks the five teams that could crack the College Football Playoff in 2022.

Bill Bender

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Nick Saban says it was 'not my intention to really criticize anyone' when making comments on Texas A&M, NIL

Saban said he was just trying to make a point about college football.

Edward Sutelan

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'No love lost': How Jimbo Fisher's rant against Nick Saban punctuates turbulent relationship

Jimbo Fisher and Nick Saban go way back, and it boiled over in Fisher's explosive press conference.

Kevin Skiver

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Recruiting Arch Manning: Where do Georgia, Texas, Alabama rank in race to land five-star QB

Five-star quarterback Arch Manning hasn't made a decision about his college future. Which school will get the five-star quarterback?

Bill Bender

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Deion Sanders fires back at Nick Saban in wake of Jimbo Fisher rant: 'Let's talk publicly'

Deion Sanders may not have held an emergency press conference, but he made his voice heard to Nick Saban all the same.

Kevin Skiver

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Lincoln Riley's transfer portal wins: Looking at USC's roster after Jordan Addison joins Caleb Williams

USC's new coach has dipped into the transfer portal often during the 2022 offseason. The Sporting News runs down the players he has added.

Jacob Camenker

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Bender: Saban, Fisher both miss the mark as they make their feud personal

The Alabama coach and the Texas A&M coach launching personal attacks on each other's programs is entertaining, but probably not best for college football.

Bill Bender

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When do Alabama and Texas A&M play each other in 2022? Jimbo Fisher vs. Nick Saban feud makes upcoming match-up must see TV

Nick Saban and Jimbo Fisher engaged in a war of words on Wednesday and Thursday. Sporting News has you covered on when Saban's Crimson Tide and Fisher's Aggies face off against one another.

David Suggs

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Texas A&M's Jimbo Fisher rips 'narcissist' Nick Saban for cheating allegations in explosive press conference

The Texas A&M coach didn't hold back.

Joe Rivera

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Nick Saban addresses NIL, calls out Texas A&M and Jackson State for buying players

The Alabama head coach had a seven-minute answer critiquing the implementation and spirit of the rule.

Joe Rivera

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Should Big Ten, SEC join Power 5 movement to eliminate divisions?

Will all five Power 5 conferences ditch divisions in the future? SN takes a conference-by-conference look.

Bill Bender

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NCAA opens door for changes to conference championship games: What that decision means for college football

The ruling by the NCAA effectively does away with the need for teams to be the best in their division to play in a conference championship game.

Edward Sutelan

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Ryan Day contract details: Ohio State coach extended through 2028, tied for highest-paid Big Ten coach

Day has been the head coach of the Buckeyes since the 2019 season, and has led the team to a national championship appearance and two College Football Playoff berths.

Edward Sutelan

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Alabama's Nick Saban calls for solution to college football's lack of parity

Saban, who has won six national championships as head coach of the Crimson Tide, said the sport lacks the balance it once had.

Edward Sutelan

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Alabama's Nick Saban denies tampering allegations in recruiting former Louisville wide receiver

Louisville coach Scott Satterfield said in a recent article that while he can't prove tampering, he believes it is happening across the country with players leaving in the transfer portal.

Edward Sutelan

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Next NCAA president: Sorry I can't accept the nomination, but I do have some ideas

The next president of the NCAA -- sorry, it won't be me -- must have a vision focused more on where college athletics is going than where it has been

Mike DeCourcy

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Arch Manning praises Georgia as recruitment continues: 'Athens is probably the best college town'

Arch Manning seems to believe that Georgia is one of the top schools vying for his talents.

Jacob Camenker

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Ranking transfer QBs for 2022: Caleb Williams, Dillon Gabriel lead way

Almost a third of the Power 5 schools will have first-year transfer QBs starting in 2022. SN ranks those quarterbacks by their chances for success this fall.

Bill Bender

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NIL new guidelines, explained: NCAA walks back regulations to protect incoming college athletes from boosters

The NCAA is trying to prevent boosters from guiding recruiting.

Kevin Skiver

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College football rankings 2022: Alabama, Ohio State lead Sporting News' post-portal deadline top 25

Despite all the player movement in the offseason, the same-old favorites lead SN's Preseason Top 25.

Bill Bender

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Arrival of NIL deals may be vexing for coaches and fans, but let's not get hysterical

Since Nigel Pack signed an $800,000 NIL deal with a Miami basketball booster and Pitt's Jordan Addison reportedly began considering a transfer for a million-dollar deal, there have been many predictions of college sports' demise. But the sky is not falling.

Mike DeCourcy

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Transfer portal winners, losers: USC, Ole Miss rebuild offenses for 2022

Which schools benefitted most from the influx of players in the transfer portal? Lincoln Riley and Lane Kiffin worked the portal to perfection.

Bill Bender

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Urban Meyer's return to TV? Former Jaguars, Ohio State coach reportedly nearing reunion with Fox

The Athletic reports that Meyer is nearing a deal to rejoin Fox Sports as an analyst.

Edward Sutelan

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Why is Jordan Addison transferring from Pitt?

Addison, the 2021 Biletnikoff Award winner, is reportedly mulling a transfer ahead of the May 1 deadline. The Sporting News has everything you need to know about Addison's transfer.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Who is EJ Perry? Brown QB emerged as NFL Draft sleeper after East-West Shrine Game, combine success

EJ Perry is looking to become the first Ivy League quarterback drafted since 2005. Here's how the Brown passer has become a popular potential sleeper.

Jacob Camenker

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Why did Malik Willis go to Liberty? Playing time, film study habits led to Auburn transfer

Malik Willis spent the final two years of his career at Liberty, where he developed into a first-round quarterback prospect. Here's why he ended up there after originally attending Auburn.

Jacob Camenker

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Who is Bailey Zappe? Meet Western Kentucky's record-setting QB, NFL Draft prospect

Zappe set FBS records for passing yards and passing touchdowns in a season in 2021. Now, he's hoping to hear his name called at the 2022 NFL Draft.

David Suggs

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Why Sam Howell went from No. 1 overall favorite to likely Day 2 pick in 2022 NFL Draft

Howell, projected to go No. 66 overall in Vinnie Iyer's latest mock draft, was once considered a consensus early first-round pick. The Sporting News examines the reasons for the UNC quarterback's slide.

David Suggs

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Projecting NFL Draft first-round QBs through 2026, from C.J. Stroud to Arch Manning

The 2022 NFL Draft is short on franchise quarterbacks, but that won't be a problem the next four years. SN looks ahead.

Bill Bender

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Sauce Gardner nickname: How Cincinnati corner, likely top-10 pick got 'Sauce' moniker

Sauce Gardner has arguably the best nickname in the 2022 NFL Draft. Here's how he got it.

Jacob Camenker

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Why did Jameson Williams transfer to Alabama from Ohio State? Star receiver's choice led to likely selection in first round of NFL Draft

Williams stands to be one of the top receivers taken in the 2022 NFL Draft. How his decision to transfer from Ohio State to Alabama led to him being a likely first-round pick.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Alabama to Patriots draft picks history: How Bill Belichick, Nick Saban's friendship created an NFL pipeline

The Patriots have selected seven players from Alabama since 2010. Their love of Crimson Tide players is all about Bill Belichick and Nick Saban's friendship.

Jacob Camenker

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NCAA president Mark Emmert to step down, effective no later than June 2023

The NCAA announced that Emmert will continue to serve in the capacity as president until either a replacement is selected or June 30, 2023 comes around.

Edward Sutelan

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Most NFL Draft picks by school: Georgia surpasses Ohio State, LSU to break modern records for players selected in one draft

Notre Dame, USC and Ohio State have seen far and away the most players taken in the NFL Draft throughout history. Here's a look at who else is close to the trio.

Edward Sutelan

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Georgia 2021 vs. Miami 2001: How legendary college defenses stack up in the NFL Draft

Georgia's 2021 defense compares to the Miami Hurricanes' nasty defense in 2001. A look at the NFL Draft classes for the Hurricanes and Bulldogs.

Bill Bender

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Heisman Trophy odds for 2022: C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young and more early favorites

Bryce Young is the returning Heisman Trophy winner, but C.J. Stroud is the early favorite for 2022.

Bill Bender

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Notre Dame spring game: Time, TV coverage and what to watch with new coach Marcus Freeman

Notre Dame's spring game features a quarterback battle, new skill players and a retooled defense.

Bill Bender

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Ohio State spring game: Time, TV coverage and a first look at Buckeyes' new defense

Ohio State has a new-look defense and some new receivers to keep an eye on Saturday's spring game.

Bill Bender

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Alabama's Nick Saban warns NCAA's NIL-fueled recruiting boom not 'sustainable'

Nick Saban wants players to be able to make money, but he doesn't like what NIL is doing to college football.

Jacob Camenker

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Spencer Rattler's transfer to South Carolina a reality show worth watching

Spencer Rattler's career has taken several turns in the last year, but he's comfortable at South Carolina.

Bill Bender

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College football's 10 hottest quarterback battles heading into 2022

A look at 10 of the hottest quarterback battles in college football. Transfers, playoff contenders and new coaches are all part of the mess.

Bill Bender

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Why Colin Kaepernick is at Michigan's spring game: Former 49ers QB named honorary captain, will throw at halftime

Kaepernick and Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh spent four years together in the NFL with the 49ers.

Edward Sutelan

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Which dream College Football Playoff matchup equals Duke-North Carolina in Final Four?

It's tough to top Duke and North Carolina in the Final Four, but a few hypothetical CFP semifinals would be close. SN takes a closer look.

Bill Bender

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