Four-star DT commits to Alabama from former teammate's gravesite

Mathis honored his late friend and fellow Louisiana football player Tyrell Cameron by making his college announcement at a cemetery.

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Lane Kiffin looks absolutely miserable in awkward FAU promo

Lane Kiffin doesn't seem too excited to be coaching at Florida Atlantic University.

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Former Colorado assistant Joe Tumpkin charged with felony assault in domestic assault case

Tumpkin resigned under pressure last week amid accusations by an ex-girlfriend that he abused her multiple times.

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Virginia Tech RB Marshawn Williams retires after third major knee injury

Williams ran for a touchdown against Ohio State in his second college game, but saw his Hokies career derailed by injuries.

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National Signing Day 2017: Can you really keep a four-star QB for four years?

So your favorite school just landed a big-shot four- or five-star quarterback from the 2017 recruiting class on National Signing Day. That's good news, right?

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National Signing Day 2017: What to expect on biggest recruiting day of year

Barring a few commitment flips, Signing Day should go according to plan. Unless, of course, it doesn't.

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Super Bowl 51: Which college team has most representatives?

Which college teams have the most representatives in Super Bowl 51?

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Former No. 1 overall recruits: Where are they now?

Does it really matter whether your school lands the No. 1 overall recruit? If recent history tells us anything, it sure does.

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Top 20 recruiting classes since 2000: Saban, Meyer dominate landscape

Who put together the best recruiting class since 2000? That’s the question we're asking heading into another installment of National Signing Day.

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Alabama assistant coach arrested on suspicion of DUI

The coach and former Alabama player was arrested early Sunday morning, with his bond set at $1,000.

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Arizona State to hire Alabama WR coach Billy Napier as OC, report says

Napier could take over the position after Arizona State lost Chip Lindsey to the same role at Auburn earlier this month.

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Pac 12 preview 2017: Reasons to be excited, skeptical for every team

The Pac-12 is coming off a solid 2016 season and looking for more heading into 2017.

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All-American recruit cited on marijuana charge during official visit at Ohio State

While records show he's due back in court on March 1, Robinson has an interesting way of claiming his innocence.

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Lawsuit against Baylor claims 52 rapes by football players in 4 years

A lawsuit filed Friday against Baylor claims the athletic department had a "show 'em a good time" attitude that encouraged sexual assault.

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Colorado fires assistant Joe Tumpkin amid domestic violence allegations

His ex-girlfriend obtained a restraining order against him, claiming he assaulted her multiple times over their three-year relationship.

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SEC preview 2017: Reasons to be excited, skeptical about every team

Can another SEC team knock Nick Saban and Alabama from atop the conference?

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Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski bans players from locker room, report says

Coach K is not happy with how his team has been playing, so he resorted to an unusual tactic.

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University president speaks out about Oregon coaches' missteps

Michael Schill says he was directly involved in suspending one assistant and firing another after recent incidents in the Ducks program.

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Kansas football takes non-Baylor approach on potential transfer linked to sex assault

The University of Kansas has attempted to run afoul of the traditional Baylor football narrative. And in a good way.

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Jim Harbaugh reunites with mail truck driver who accidentally ran him over

The Michigan coach finds another way to make himself amusing on social media.

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Big 12 preview 2017: Reasons to be excited, skeptical about every team

The Big 12 has missed out on the College Football Playoff two of the last three seasons, but at least one big change will happen this season.

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Two Div. III football players arrested on charges of capital murder

The two men, who play for McMurry University, are in custody in Texas. Bond has been set at $250,000 each.

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Katherine Webb-McCarron sends retirement shout-out to Brent Musburger

Remember that time retiring Brent Musburger made creepy comments on Katherine Webb at the 2013 BCS National Championship? She does.

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Poinsettia Bowl no more; Holiday Bowl headed to Petco Park?

The San Diego Bowl Game Association voted to focus on just one bowl game, so the Poinsettia Bowl got the boot.

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Brent Musburger's exit signals end of golden era for a college football generation

The trinity of Keith Jackson, Verne Lundquist and Musburger — the voices that defined college football in the last generation — are gone from the booth.

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Reliving Brent Musburger's most memorable calls of his storied career

Musburger will always be one of the most enduring sports broadcasting figures because he happened to be in the right place at the right time with the right call.

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ESPN's Brent Musburger announces retirement after 'a wonderful journey'

The legendary announcer has called it a career.

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Clemson, Stanford tied atop men's Capital One Cup standings

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Big Ten preview 2017: Reasons to be excited, skeptical for every team

The Big Ten has put a team in the College Football Playoff for three consecutive years, and the conference is in good shape to send its champion to the playoff in 2017.

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Maize and Green: Michigan first to employ three $1M assistants

Jim Harbaugh has assembled a millionaire coaching staff.

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Paul Johnson still thinks ACC out to screw him, Georgia Tech after seeing schedule

The Yellow Jackets coach just needed to look at the 2017 slate for affirmation of his belief.

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2017 Heisman odds feature several returning contenders

Baker Mayfield looks to finally break through after two years finishing near the top of the voting.

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National Signing Day 2017: Top 10 uncommitted recruits and where they might land

Most of the top recruits in the 2017 recruiting class have already committed to schools, but there several future star players who haven’t decided yet.

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'HBO Real Sports' explores Kevin Turner's gripping battle with ALS

Jon Frankel chronicled Turner's playing career at both the college level with Alabama and in the NFL with the Patriots and Eagles. Frankel also documented Turner’s battle with ALS after it was diagnosed in 2010.

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ACC preview 2017: Reasons to be excited, skeptical for every team

The conference has a lot to brag about right now. Here’s a reason to be excited (and skeptical) about every team in the conference.

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Michigan circumventing off-campus practice rule with trip to Italy

The Michigan Wolverines football team announced it will be traveling to Rome, Italy, during the spring practice season.

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Jim Harbaugh finds a way around 'Michigan rule', announces trip to Rome during spring practice

A few days after the NCAA voted in favor of the "Michigan rule" — prohibiting off-campus practices during institutional vacation periods — Michigan found a way around that rule.

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Watson still an option for Browns despite skipping Senior Bowl

DeShaun Watson is skipping the Senior Bowl, but his decision will have no impact on the Cleveland Browns' evaluation of him.

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Oregon tight ends coach arrested on DUI charge, will be fired

David Reaves was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving and will be terminated from Oregon's program.

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Auburn hires Chip Lindsey as offensive coordinator

Chip Lindsey has been hired as the new offensive coordinator at Auburn, the school announced Saturday.

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​Virginia Tech lands top safety recruit Devon Hunter

Devon Hunter, the No. 1 safety in the 2017 recruiting class according to Scout.com, committed to Virginia Tech on Friday night.

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Jim Harbaugh will find his own way around NCAA's new 'Michigan Rule'

The NCAA voted to prohibit off-campus practices during institutional vacation periods such as spring break on Friday, a direct response to Michigan’s trip to the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla., last spring.

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Jake Del Rio’s shoulder surgery opens up Florida QB competition

The presumed Gators starter is out this spring, leaving freshmen Feleipe Franks and Kyle Trask to battle with an eye toward the fall.

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15 college football stars who stayed in school with something to prove

These football stars have something to prove in returning for the 2017 season.

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Mike Leach on SEC offenses: 'stick all your asses together so one hand grenade can kill everybody'

Leach has something to say to those who criticize his offensive system.

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New Mike the Tiger won't enter LSU's football stadium

LSU's administration fully plans on having a new Mike the Tiger by the time football kicks off in the fall.

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Ricky Williams claims he was racially profiled by Tyler, Texas, police

The former Heisman Trophy-winning running back discusses his encounter with police.

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Washington QB Jake Browning has surgery on throwing shoulder, report says

Browning played through the right shoulder injury as coaches kept it hidden during the Huskies' run to the College Football Playoff.

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Three days of rain leaves field at Rice Stadium under water

Several inches of rain in the Houston area caused flooding around the city, including historic Rice Stadium on the university's campus.

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National Signing Day 2017: When, how to watch, top uncommitted recruits

National Signing Day marks the unofficial start to the 2017-18 college football season on Wednesday, Feb. 1.

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Oklahoma CB Parrish Cobb named in aggravated robbery arrest warrants

A true freshman who played in four games in 2016, Cobb, 19, is identified as a suspect in an armed robbery near Waco, Texas.

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Oregon suspends strength coach one month after players hospitalized

Oregon suspended strength and conditioning coach Irele Oderinde without pay for a month and changed its system of reporting.

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Northern Michigan football player dies after morning workout

A Northern Michigan University offensive lineman died Tuesday after a morning workout with teammates, school officials said.

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Jim Harbaugh rides go-karts, brings daughter to recruit 5-star DT

All-American Aubrey Solomon is still uncommitted but Jim Harbaugh pulled out all the stops on Monday to bring Michigan to the forefront.

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Clemson's Ben Boulware trolls Desmond Howard with tattoo placement

Clemson linebacker Ben Boulware made a saucy barb at announcer Desmond Howard while showing off his CFP trophy tattoo.

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Joe Thomas calls for Oregon coaches to be fired over workouts

Three Oregon football players were hospitalized last week following strenuous, military-style strength and conditioning workouts.

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Frank Beamer one of three new members of CFP selection committee

Ohio State AD Gene Smith and Robert Morris president also will begin their three-year terms starting in the spring.

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Will Phillip Fulmer be Tennessee's new AD?

Almost nine years after Fulmer was fired as Tennessee's football coach, the school reportedly is close to hiring him as athletic director.

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Fresno State AD opens up about alleged abuse by priest as child

Jim Bartkow, 51, says was molested some 35 times in the early 1970s by his priest and basketball coach at a Catholic church in California.

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17 question for the 2017 college football season

We can't wait for college football to return.

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Oregon football players hospitalized after military-style workouts, report says

At least three Oregon football players remained in the hospital Monday night in fair condition.

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Fired Cal coach Sonny Dykes lands at TCU, reports say

Dykes, 47, reportedly will be an "offensive analyst" for coordinator Sonny Cumbie, who will be alone in his role for the first time at TCU.

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Missouri State freshman Richard Nelson shot, killed in hometown Las Vegas

Nelson, who redshirted in 2016, was a standout at Las Vegas Chaparral High School.

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Western Michigan negotiating "Row the Boat" trademark with Minnesota

Western Michigan is actively discussing selling the "Row the Boat" trademark to Minnesota after the Gophers hired P.J. Fleck.

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Cal, Justin Wilcox reportedly reach 5-year deal

The Wisconsin defensive coordinator and Cal have reportedly reached a five-year deal that gives him his first head coaching role.

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Western Michigan hires Tim Lester to replace P.J. Fleck

Tim Lester has been hired as the new head football coach at Western Michigan. He replaces P.J. Fleck.

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Alabama losing 5-star recruiter Mario Cristobal, not just any assistant

Rated the second-best recruiter in the nation, he also has coached Tide offensive lines annually considered among the best in the FBS.

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Clemson’s national championship puts Georgia title drought under spotlight

The Bulldogs have not won a national title in 36 years, absurd for a program of Georgia's caliber.

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When did your team last win a national title in football?

Clemson's win over Alabama in the national title game gave the Tigers their first win championship since 1981. So who's next?

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Cal in talks with Wisconsin DC Justin Wilcox to become next head coach, report says

Wilcox served as Wisconsin's defensive coordinator last season.

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Senior Bowl, NFLPA Bowl, East-West Shrine: When are the college football all-star games?

The Senior Bowl, East-West Shrine Game and the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl aren't the only opportunity for college players to impress NFL scouts.

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Vince Young gets 18 months probation in DWI case

The former Texas football star pleaded no contest Thursday to charges of drunken driving stemming from his 2016 arrest.

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Auburn OC to UConn: Is SEC to AAC really a lateral move?

What gives? Rhett Lashlee is moving from the SEC to the American and is taking a $150K per year pay-cut to "run his own offense."

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Senior Bowl, NFLPA Bowl, East-West Shrine: When are the college football all-star games?

The Senior Bowl, East-West Shrine Game and the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl aren't the only opportunity for college players to impress NFL scouts.

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Jim Harbaugh welcomes seventh child to family

The newest member of the Michigan Wolverines family arrived Wednesday.

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Nick Saban politely tells NFL teams inquiring about him to 'f— off'

Nick Saban is probably staying at Alabama.

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Jameis Winston bemoans missing out on meeting Barack Obama

The former Seminole says his "mission" of meeting President Barack Obama never came to fruition at FSU.

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Deshaun Watson vs. Vince Young: Who won championship better?

Young and Watson will be linked forever in the “greatest bowl performances of all time” discussion. Who did it better? The answer should be “both,” but let’s have a little fun with the debate.

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College football coaches support December early signing period

A significant change in the recruiting process has the "unanimous" backing of FBS coaches.

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Hilarious church sign invites deal-making Clemson fans

A South Carolina church is reaching out to Clemson fans who might have made a deal in prayer during Monday's thrilling national championship win over Alabama.

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Jim Harbaugh on CFP national title game: 'I fell asleep'

Harbaugh apparently didn't find the national title game to be compelling TV.

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Hey, Bama, Vegas took a crushing loss at Clemson’s hands, too

Bookmakers estimated $15 million to $20 million was bet on Alabama-Clemson and at least one sportsbook estimated a seven-figure loss.

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Colin Cowherd not sorry for the attention Clemson's Dabo Swinney gave him

The Fox Sports 1 talker had to be loving the fact Clemson's coach is mad at him for saying the Tigers were a fraud during the regular season.

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Ex-Clemson QB says 2016 team couldn't beat his 1981 squad

According to former Clemson quarterback Homer Jordan, the 1981 Clemson Tigers could have beaten this year's national champions.

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Don’t worry, these 14 great September college football games will be here soon

The 2016 football season is over, but it’s never, ever too early to look ahead.

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Alabama's Bo Scarbrough suffered broken leg in title game, report says

The sophomore led the team with 93 yards rushing and a pair of TDs before leaving the game late in the third quarter.

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Alabama's Marlon Humphrey disrespects Clemson's 'white guy' receiver

Clemson receiver Hunter Renfrow has dominated the Alabama defense in consecutive title games.

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Alabama already declared favorite to win 2017 national title

According to Westgate SuperBook in Las Vegas, Alabama is the favorite to win the national championship next year.

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Storybook ending for Dabo Swinney, Clemson caps an incredible story 35 years in the making

Is this really how Clemson won it all? It’s a good, old-fashioned story 35 years in the making that ended with one of those cheese-ball endings too cliché to be even close to real.

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No, Alabama isn't done yet, but Nick Saban must define this turning point

How Alabama reacts to a painful loss could define the back half of the Nick Saban era.

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Alabama player: 'Refs were just against us' in loss vs. Clemson

A player on Bama wasn't happy with the way the refs called the game in the National Championship.

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Clemson's 300-pound defensive lineman celebrates national title with split

Christian Wilkins may weigh over 300 pounds, but he has the moves of a graceful gymnast.

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Is OC switch to Steve Sarkisian to blame for Alabama's loss to Clemson?

Alabama fans have to wonder how the game would have turned out with Lane Kiffin calling plays instead.

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Watch: Dabo Swinney calls out Colin Cowherd after Clemson beat 'Bama

Clemson's coach takes a shot at the Fox Sports persona following the Tigers win over Alabama.

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How every FBS national champion since 2000 has fared the following season

Only one national champion has repeated since 2000 (Alabama in 2011 and 2012) but several others have had the opportunity and fallen short, including the 2016 Crimson Tide.

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Auburn fans celebrate Alabama's title loss, roll Toomer's Corner

Old rivalries die hard.

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Three reasons Alabama failed to repeat as national champions

It was there for the taking for Alabama, but the Crimson Tide lost to Clemson because of three key reasons.

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Three reasons Clemson found championship redemption against Alabama

The Clemson Tigers got it done in a rematch against the Alabama Crimson Tide to win the national championship Monday.

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Seven of the most amazing facts from Clemson's national championship win

The Tigers ended a 35-year championship drought Monday with a thrilling 35-31 victory over Alabama.

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Clemson's Ben Boulware makes things weird, licks championship trophy

Clemson LB Ben Boulware just had to go and make things weird, didn't he?

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Clemson follows MVPs Deshaun Watson, Ben Boulware to national title

Deshaun Watson was clutch in the fourth quarter and Ben Boulware was a dominant force for the Clemson defense in the second half.

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Clemson and Deshaun Watson finally crush all doubt with national championship

Deshaun Watson had a Vince Young-esque moment as Clemson beat Alabama to win the national championship.

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Clemson completes comeback to beat Alabama with 1 second left, capture national title

Clemson erased a 10-point, fourth-quarter deficit to win 35-31 at Raymond James Stadium.

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Deshaun Watson secures Clemson championship with 2-yard TD pass to Hunter Renfrow

The Tigers only left one second left on the clock before taking the lead.

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Jalen Hurts miracle scramble gives Alabama late lead

Alabama needed this huge play from its freshman quarterback.

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The internet reacts hilariously to beefy referee at Alabama-Clemson game

You weren't the only one that noticed.

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Alabama's O.J. Howard rumbles to endzone for big score vs. Clemson

O.J. Howard tormented the Tigers last year in the National Championship game, and he's doing it again.

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Did officials miss two targeting calls against Alabama?

Officials looked the other way on two plays that could have resulted in the ejection of Alabama players.

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Alabama vs. Clemson: Live score, updates for College Football Playoff National Championship

Alabama and Clemson face off in a national championship rematch Monday night. Follow along for live updates throughout the game.

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Orlando deputy killed during manhunt was former UCF football player

A manhunt for the alleged shooter of an Orlando police officer Monday morning led to the death of sheriff's deputy Norman Lewis.

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Baylor lands transfer QB Anu Solomon, report says

Solomon began this past season on the Maxwell Award preseason watchlist before injuring his knee in practice on Sept. 3.

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Fan completely blows shot at $1 million with terrible football throw

C'mon, Joey.

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Alabama vs. Clemson: Five things to watch for in national championship rematch

There is a ton of interest in this rematch, which promises to have plenty of drama. Here are five things to watch in the Alabama-Clemson national championship game.

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ACC coach: Louisville's Lamar Jackson has 'no shot' of playing in NFL

What are Lamar Jackson's NFL prospects?

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Alabama vs. Clemson picks: Unanimous panel predicts Crimson Tide repeat

The biggest bowl rematch in college football history is upon us and we couldn't be more excited.

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Peyton Manning, Steve Spurrier lead College Football Hall of Fame Class of 2017

Marshall Faulk, Brian Urlacher and Matt Leinart also are among the group to be inducted in December.

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Minkah Fitzpatrick, Alabama secondary could be decisive factor in Clemson rematch

The College Football Playoff National Championship Game is a rematch for No. 2 Clemson, which is looking to avenge last year’s 45-40 loss in the title game. It’s also a rematch for No. 1 Alabama, especially for a unit that wants to prove itself one more time.

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Alabama, Clemson not the first teams in epic bowl game rematches

Alabama and Clemson are only the latest in a long line of epic rematches between titanic teams.

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Where will Lane Kiffin be when Alabama plays Clemson in National Championship?

The former Crimson Tide offensive coordinator says that friend and replacement Steve Sarkisian "will do awesome."

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Dabo Swinney a logical choice to succeed Nick Saban, but will timing ever be right?

Clemson's Dabo Swinney will be the first coach Alabama calls when Nick Saban finally retires. Will it be the right time for him?

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Dabo Swinney's CFP trophy selfie has internet LOLing

After Sunday’s national championship pregame news conference, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney appeared to take a selfie with the College Football Playoff trophy while Nick Saban headed for the exit.

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Nation's top recruit Najee Harris seemingly seals commitment to Alabama

The saga surrounding the nation's top-rated recruit seems to be over: He's sticking with the Tide.

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Cal fires head coach Sonny Dykes

Sonny Dykes has been fired as head coach of the Cal football team.

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Ricky Williams says Nick Saban ‘helped him love the game again’ in Miami

Williams says Saban helped renew his love of the game when the two were at Miami.

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Dabo Swinney: Groping players is 'Not what we do'

Dabo Swinney is not happy with Ben Boulware for his comments during Clemson's media day on Tuesday, when the linebacker openly defended teammate Christian Wilkins' inappropriate grabbing of an Ohio State player in the Fiesta Bowl.

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CFP director Bill Hancock doesn’t expect six- or eight-team playoff soon

The College Football Playoff, as it stands now, is unlikely to change for a long time.

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How many NFL coaches would trade places with Nick Saban now?

Nick Saban will always have an NFL footnote in his legendary career. But what NFL coach wouldn't trade spots with him now?

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Jalen Hurts, Steve Sarkisian seeing eye to eye just in time for Alabama's title game

Hurts has something very few freshman can claim. He'll need it for the CFP title game against Clemson.

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Army All-American Bowl: Pac-12 comes away as biggest winner

Some of the nation's biggest recruits used their stage at the Army All-American Bowl to announce their commitments.

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Looking for Vince Young? Just let Deshaun Watson be himself against Alabama

Watson’s refusal to make himself bigger than he is continues to be the defining trait for the best player in college football over the past two seasons.

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All eyes are on Steve Sarkisian as he embraces unprecedented pressure at Alabama

Can Sarkisian handle the almost-unfair pressure of the situation he’s been thrust into? That’s the biggest storyline of the biggest bowl rematch in college football history, and everybody wants to know the answer. Aesthetics will be everything.

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Clemson vs. Alabama: Numbers that make the matchup

The top two teams in the country are readying for a rematch of last year's championship game. SN lays out the keys to thios year's game and picks a winner.

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Way-too-early college football Top 25 for 2017-18

Sporting News already has a Top 25 in mind for the 2017 season. It has familiar faces at the top — our top nine teams played in the New Year’s Day Six this season — and that includes all four playoff teams.

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Consensus among college football leadership: Games must be shortened

With the average length of college football games at an all-time high this past season, change may be afoot.

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Jim Harbaugh announces Usher will be honorary captain for 2017 Michigan Wolverines

Usher is only the latest celebrity to serve as honorary captain for Michigan.

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Les Miles understands if teams 'don't want an experienced coach'

The former LSU coach reportedly was Minnesota's second choice.

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Cam Newton's brother, also a QB, makes college choice

Caylin Newton will be college football, but he won't be following in his brother's footsteps and playing in the SEC.

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P.J. Fleck expected to take Minnesota job, reports say

The energetic Western Michigan coach appears headed to the Big Ten.

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Former LSU coach Les Miles reportedly meets with Minnesota officials

Les Miles flew to Minnesota on Wednesday to meet with Golden Gophers officials about the vacant head-coaching position, per a report.

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Where will U.S. Army All American Bowl recruits pledge?

Top recruits will make their decisions Saturday. Where are they headed?

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Alabama's Cam Robinson doesn't want Clemson to try any weird stuff on him

Clemson has a habit of touching inappropriate body parts, and Cam Robinson doesn't want any part of that.

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Nick Saban likes vibe coming from new OC Steve Sarkisian's practices

Alabama will face Clemson for the national title with a new offensive coordinator.

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Jerry Kill boycotting University of Minnesota following firing of Tracy Claeys

Claeys, a longtime defensive coordinator under Kill, was dismissed Tuesday.

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J.T. Barrett gets one more chance to prove it by staying at Ohio State

The Buckeyes signal-caller could leave Columbus with a Heisman Trophy and national title.

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Ohio State CB Marshon Lattimore has hilarious reactions to teammates declaring for NFL draft

Ohio State redshirt sophomore cornerback Marshon Lattimore wants to take some time before deciding if he'd like to declare for the NFL draft. Several of his teammates, however, didn't need any more time to make a decision.

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Bobby Bowden won't apologize for controversial comments

The former Florida State coach had a chance to clarify his comments, but didn't take it.

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For Bobby Bowden and the like, it's win now, slander their upbringing later

Bobby Bowden is a college coaching legend, and he's at ease showing his contempt for his players long after he's used them to get rich.

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Washington losing four starters to 2017 NFL Draft

After its loss to Alabama in the College Football Playoff semifinal, four starters announced their intention to enter the draft.

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Clemson's Ben Boulware defends Christian Wilkins for fondling Curtis Samuel

Ben Boulware slammed the media and others for saying Christian Wilkins sexually assaulted Curtis Samuel after he groped him.

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Bobby Bowden: Boys without fathers wear earrings to be like their mommas

Bobby Bowden had an, um, interesting radio interview Wednesday morning.

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Seven Minnesota candidates who could replace Tracy Claeys

Claeys coached Minnesota to its best season in over a decade, so his replacement will have a tough act to follow.

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Wake Forest rewards Dave Clawson with new 8-year contract

The Demon Deacons went to their first bowl game since 2011 and won a bowl game for the first time since 2008.

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Minnesota fires Tracy Claeys in midst of sexual assault scandal

Claeys went 9-4 this season and recorded a 11-8 record in 19 games with the Gophers.

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Jabrill Peppers smacks down report saying he'll leave Michigan for NFL

The Wolverines star says no decision has been made regarding his future.

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Nick Saban shuts down questions about Lane Kiffin, offensive changes under Steve Sarkisian

“I don’t have anything else to say about this,” Saban said. “We’re moving forward."

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Ohio State hires Ryan Day as QBs coach after dismal playoff showing

Day was quarterbacks coach under Chip Kelly the past two seasons with the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles.

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Oklahoma's Sugar Bowl win a sign of more of the same in 2017

Can anything slow down Oklahoma in 2017? The Sooners' first test of the season didn't too much to impede the Sooners.

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Bowl winners and losers: ACC makes its move in 'best conference' argument

This year’s bowl season produced memorable moments and hot-button debates.

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Former Tennessee player blasts Lane Kiffin after he 'bailed on Bama'

Lane Kiffin's past is catching up with him after the Alabama news.

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Lane Kiffin says 'press box would be ideal’ for national title game

Former Alabama offensive coordinator Lane Kiffin, who was removed from his duties Monday in advance of the College Football Playoff national championship game, still might play a role in the game.

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Big Ten’s awful bowl showing can't — and won't — get worse next season

The Big Ten had a bad bowl season, no doubt. But let's not go overboard with the criticism.

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Oklahoma players were fake-punching Joe Mixon for some reason

You would think Oklahoma and its players would avoid anything resembling a punch, especially when it comes to Mixon. You'd be wrong.

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Oklahoma's Samaje Perine becomes school's all-time leading rusher

Perine needed 83 yards to break Billy Sims' record. He finally got it done in the Sugar Bowl.

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Brent Musburger gets testy on air after wishing Oklahoma RB Joe Mixon well

The longtime sportscaster seemed to get angry on the air while explaining why he wished Mixon well.

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Auburn fans chant ‘He hits women’ at Oklahoma RB Joe Mixon during Sugar Bowl

Just before halftime, Tigers fans began chanting “He hits women!” at the Sooners running back.

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Auburn QB Sean White played with broken arm in Sugar Bowl, per report

The Auburn quarterback certainly showcased his toughness.

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USC’s epic Rose Bowl victory against Penn State proves it still means a lot

This Rose Bowl was one for the ages, and showed just how important "The Granddaddy of Them All" is.

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Saquon Barkley 79-yard touchdown gives Penn State first lead in Rose Bowl

Penn State's electric running back just blew the Rose Bowl wide open.

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Penn State players recruited by Joe Paterno cap strange career against USC in Rose Bowl

Three Penn State players recruited by Paterno want to end their strange time at Penn State with a victory in the Rose Bowl.

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WMU coach P.J. Fleck is winning the internet

Western Michigan football coach P.J. Fleck is known for his contagious energy and motivational speeches, and the internet absolutely loves him.

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P.J. Fleck says Cotton Bowl was 'teaching moment on how to lose'

The Western Michigan football team entered the Cotton Bowl with an unblemished 13-0 record.

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Give Western Michigan credit for staying in a fight that’s almost impossible to win

The Broncos made a hell of an effort under coach P.J. Fleck, but it still leaves questions on how to properly recognize the team.

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Lane Kiffin on 'Finebaum' show: 'I thought it would be easier than it was'

Lane Kiffin appeared on "The Paul Finebaum Show" on Monday afternoon to talk about his abrupt departure from the Crimson Tide.

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UCLA hiring Michigan's Jeff Fisch, report

UCLA will hire Michigan assistant coach Jedd Fisch as its new offensive coordinator, according to multiple reports.

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Best Twitter responses to Lane Kiffin getting fired from a job he already quit

Lane Kiffin just did the most Lane Kiffin thing of all. He managed to get fired from a job he already quit.

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Nick Saban's 'Belichick move' of dumping Lane Kiffin will probably pay off

Dumping Lane Kiffin before the College Football Playoff National Championship Game against No. 2 Clemson isn’t an original move by Nick Saban at all.

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Surfing dogs at the 2017 Rose Bowl Parade!

These pawesome pooches really know how to hang 10.

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Why you should care about the Outback Bowl: Free Food!

Outback Steakhouse is offering a free appetizer, decided by the winner of Monday's Outback Bowl.

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Alabama kicks Lane Kiffin off staff ahead of National Championship

Steve Sarkisian will take over offensive coordinating duties.

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Tim Tebow knows freshman formula for Jalen Hurts in championship game

Tim Tebow says Alabama QB Jalen Hurts will have to step his game up against Clemson.

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ESPN's CFP ratings bounce back from last season's New Year's Eve disaster

ESPN has a lot at stake with the CFP, so the "Worldwide Leader in Sports" had to be happy with Saturday night's TV ratings.

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Where will top Under Armour All-America game prospects pledge?

A few blue-chip prospects will compete — and commit — during Sunday's Under Armour All-America game. Where will they end up?

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Will Ohio State's blowout loss to Clemson impact playoff process?

When it comes to the College Football Playoff, perception is everything.

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A decade later, Ian Johnson laughs at trick-filled FIesta Bowl memories

Former Boise State running back Ian Johnson fondly remembers the 2007 Fiesta Bowl — even though he has never watched the game.

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