NFL Draft 2017: Another gap grows among college football's 'haves' and 'have-nots'

The competition gap is growing within the NFL Draft, and that showed. How will other schools catch up with

Jonathan Giles, Biletnikoff semifinalist, announces transfer from Texas Tech

Giles caught 69 passes for 1,158 yards and 13 touchdowns in 2016. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2oKfpK6 via

NFL Draft Picks 2017: Alabama leads all schools with nine picks through Rounds 1-3

Alabama, Ohio State and Michigan are fighting for the most 2017 NFL Draft picks. Who will emerge as the

Jim Harbaugh bursts out in song at morning presser

Reporters were surprised this morning at Jim Harbaugh's voice. Probably not pleasantly. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2oSZIML via

Five-star CB Anthony Lytton commits to Florida State

Lytton's commitment gives the Seminoles the sixth-ranked class in the country. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2oOYbpU via

2017 NFL Draft: SEC dominates first round with 12 picks

The SEC dominated the first round of the NFL Draft with 12 first-round picks. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2oCNAU2

FSU's Jimbo Fisher sees Alabama on horizon, but knows much more lies beyond Tide

Jimbo Fisher knows Alabama awaits in the opener, but he's not biting into the talk about FSU's looming showdown

LSU offensive lineman suspended; arrest warrant issued for alleged burglary

Magee reportedly returned the stolen items while wearing his LSU jersey. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2oxp0Ut via

Texas A&M dismisses WR charged with indecent exposure, report says

Oregon transfer Kirk Merritt reportedly exposed himself to two tutors in October. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2pjiOMU via

Laremy Tunsil, Ole Miss don't want NFL Draft hacker ID'd

Tunsil and Ole Miss simply want the incident behind them. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2q8bsPl via

Jim Harbaugh gives Michigan helmet, maize-and-blue shoes to Pope Francis

The Wolverines brought some special gifts on their trip to Rome. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2owFE6D via

Clemson players enjoy one more college moment before 2017 NFL Draft

Clemson is sending another large contingent to the 2017 NFL Draft. Jordan Leggett spoke with SN about that class.

Tommy Tuberville won't run for governor in Alabama

The former Auburn coach had been laying the groundwork for a potential campaign for months. from Sporting News RSS

How many College Football Playoff contenders have real quarterback controversy in 2017?

Several Top 10 college football teams, including three playoff teams from last year, might have some real quarterback drama

Oregon coach Willie Taggart says hospitalized players 'overworked themselves'

The new Ducks coach defended the team workout regimen that sent three players to the hospital in January. from

Former Michigan State football player in custody on felony sexual conduct warrant

Police had asked for help locating former Michigan State defensive end Auston Robertson, who is charged with sexual assault.

College football isn't exactly brain surgery but sometimes they're related

It took Auburn assistant Herb Hand more than a decade, but you'll be surprised at how he thanked Dr.

Brian Kelly's plan for Notre Dame football renovation starts with home improvement

Brian Kelly looks to renovate the Notre Dame program after a 4-8 season. That project starts at home in

Intriguing top 5 QB recruit Dorian Thompson-Robinson commits to UCLA

The four-star dual-threat QB holds offers from several top Power 5 programs despite never having started a game at

Randy Moss’ son to transfer to LSU from NC State

A 6-4, 240-pound tight end from Charlotte, N.C., Moss started three games as a true freshman last season at

UGA recruit arrested after allegedly choking girlfriend at Waffle House

D'Antne Demery was booked in the Athens-Clarke County jail after his girlfriend accused him of assaulting her at a

For Alabama, it's still Jalen Hurts and everybody else in quarterback battle

Jalen Hurts is still the man to beat in Tuscaloosa. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2pT5IGb via

Nigerian refugee asks Michigan's Jim Harbaugh why sport is called 'football'

The man brings up a good point. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2q4cPuE via

Alabama still looking for lessons from title game loss to Clemson

Alabama isn't letting itself forget the lessons it learned from its loss to Clemson in the national title game.

Brandon Wimbush's next direction will set the course for Notre Dame in 2017

Brandon Wimbush had an up-and-down spring game for Notre Dame, but he's still the key for the Irish heading

Former Michigan State football player being sought by police in sexual assault case

Police are asking for help locating former Michigan State defensive end Auston Robertson, who is charged with sexual assault.

Irish backup QB Ian Book among five standouts at Notre Dame Blue-Gold Game

Brandon Wimbush is Notre Dame's starting quarterback, but backup Ian Book had a solid spring game. from Sporting News

Another Michigan State football player charged with crime

Spartans defensive end Auston Robertson was charged with third degree criminal sexual conduct Friday morning. from Sporting News RSS

Nick Saban: ‘I’ll never get over’ last-second title game loss to Clemson

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Nick Saban: Alabama 'protected' Jalen Hurts instead developing him late in season

Hurts, a true freshman in 2016, struggled with his passing late in the season. Saban accepts some responsibility for

For Luke Fickell and Cincinnati, finding new identity will be no trouble

Fickell's entire coaching career has been spent in Columbus, but he's bringing those lessons to establish a new identity

North Carolina football players lose their minds after finding out they're getting Jordan Retro 11s

The Jumpman announcement certainly made the team jump. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2pWdCNY via

Nebraska names Tulane transfer Tanner Lee No. 1 QB

He clinched the spot atop the depth chart by completing 13 of 19 passes for 190 yards and three

Juwan Johnson's breakout potential another big piece for Penn State in 2017

Juwan Johnson has created a buzz this spring for the Nittany Lions heading into 2017. How does Johnson feel

Watch: Vanderbilt football team spoofs sororities in recruitment video

The Vanderbilt football team welcomes you to the Commodore sorority. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2oQIRuF via

Oklahoma State displays bowl rings with incorrect record

The Cowboys' Alamo Bowl rings display an 11-2 record, when they actually finished 10-3. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2osRWZ0

Lane Kiffin on Nick Saban: 'I'm not really big on humiliating assistant coaches'

Kiffin apparently has a little left to say about his professional relationship with Saban while at Alabama. from Sporting

ACC votes to consider North Carolina for future championships

North Carolina is back in business with the ACC. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2mWLygN via

Baylor hires first female president in wake of sexual assault scandal

Baylor still faces lawsuits from about a dozen women stemming from the sexual assault scandal. from Sporting News RSS

Goofy Gopher: P.J. Fleck uses fans to field live punts at spring game

Minnesota's new coach is taking unconventional to new levels. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2pxlLvK via

Video allegedly shows Tennessee's top recruit beating up Ole Miss signee

Video uploaded to Twitter on Sunday allegedly shows Trey Smith, Tennessee's top recruit, beating up Tony Gray, an Ole

Michigan fans name child after Wolverines coach Jim Harbaugh

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh recognized a child with the same name. Meet Harbaugh Fettig. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2oS6Wn4

Next Mitchell Trubisky? Ohio State's Joe Burrow could share same arc

Could Joe Burrow take a Mitchell Trubisky-like leap up NFL Draft boards in a few seasons? Don't be surprised

Former agent pleads guilty to giving cash to North Carolina football players

Terry Watson acknowledged giving nearly $24,000 in cash, airline tickets or hotel rooms to Marvin Austin, Greg Little and

Louisville TV station gets creative after being denied coverage of Cardinals' spring game

Louisville TV station WLKY had to get really creative to provide coverage of the Cardinals' spring game. from Sporting

No, Buckeyes don't have a QB controversy, but just wait until 2018

J.T. Barrett is the guy for Ohio State in 2017, but the future quarterback battle might be the biggest

P.J. Fleck turns Minnesota Easter egg hunt into surprise scholarship reveal

Fleck had an excellent Easter surprise for one of his players this week. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2pkg2JH via

Ohio State's offense back on passing 'attack' with Kevin Wilson

Ohio State showed off a new passing attack with offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson, and the early results are good.

Joe Burrow, Dwayne Haskins among five big Ohio State spring game winners

Ohio State's spring game didn't have tackling on Saturday, but there were several big-time play-makers in the process. from

Gators center T.J. McCoy hospitalized after being struck in alleged drunk-driving incident

Florida center T.J. McCoy remained hospitalized Friday evening after being struck by an alleged drunk driver early Friday. from

Pitt to honor Steelers' Dan Rooney at Panthers spring game

Rooney wasn't just a Steeler — he was a Pittsburgher, and the Panthers intend to show that during their

Social media helps Chad Carr's family recover stolen photos

Hard drives holding photos of former Michigan football coach Lloyd Carr's late grandson were recovered. from Sporting News RSS

NCAA gives football early signing period initial OK, could dramatically change recruiting

If the NCAA votes this June to approve an early signing period for football, it would be the most

MTSU football players suspended after slapping puppy in shocking video

MTSU linebacker Shalom Alvarez is seen in the video slapping the crying puppy several times. from Sporting News RSS

Randy Moss’ son says he’ll transfer from NC State

A 6-4, 240-pound tight end, Thad Moss started three games and finished his freshman season with six catches for

Alabama DB Deionte Thompson among suspects in Texas assault, report says

Thompson and three others are named in warrants accusing them of felony aggravated assault stemming from a spring-break incident

'A—hole' Jimbo Fisher made life 'hell' for FSU players during spring practice

The Seminoles went 10-3 in 2016 — not nearly good enough for Fisher. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2pziEA4 via

Female kicker Becca Longo makes college football history

Becca Longo signed a college letter of intent to play for Division II Adams State in Colorado. She is

Oklahoma's Parrish Cobb arrested again in connection with armed robbery

This is Cobb's second arrest in connection to an armed robbery since January. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2nKDoZ9 via

Michigan State suspends another player after reported sexual assault

Three other unnamed players have been accused of sexual assault in connection with a separate incident in January. from

Nebraska, Mike Riley chasing 'special place' in Big Ten title race

What kind of energy will Nebraska bring in Mike Riley's third year? A look at the Huskers ahead of

West Virginia governor reportedly wants Marshall coach Doc Holliday fired

Gov. Jim Justice has twice met with university officials and urged them to make a change, a report says.

Wilton Speight healthy, confident, ready for Michigan's next shot

Wilton Speight will be the key for an inexperienced Michigan team in 2017. Here's how Speight is preparing for

Wayne Hardin, former Temple, Navy football coach, dies at 91

Hardin died Wednesday, one day after suffering a stroke, Temple says. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2pa0Xrj via

Daniel Tosh pokes fun at Auburn girl hit in face by football

Ashley Ward went viral after she was struck in the face by a kickoff during last year's Auburn-LSU game.

Two Middle Tennessee State football players suspended for alleged animal cruelty

Middle Tennessee State has suspended two football players who are being investigated by police for alleged animal cruelty. from

OK State's Mike Gundy wants a rules expert around after Central Michigan fiasco

The Oklahoma State coach does not want his team to suffer another controversial loss like it did last year.

What happens to North Carolina, N.C. State if they're pulled from ACC?

What would the college landscape look like without UNC or N.C. State as members of the ACC? from Sporting

Migos' Quavo once threw three TDs on homecoming as a high school QB

The Atlanta rapper showed off his accuracy on Instagram Tuesday. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2nFwGUk via

Baker Mayfield: Bob Stoops not to blame for Oklahoma players' off-field issues

Mayfield and freshman quarterback Chris Robison have both been arrested in the past couple months. from Sporting News RSS

'I'm not for everybody': Where will P.J. Fleck fit for Minnesota in Big Ten?

How will P.J. Fleck fit at Minnesota? The Big Ten? That's one of the more interesting storylines heading into

Look: Texas’ Tom Herman wants Longhorns to pee like champions

Texas coach Tom Herman preaches proper hydration with a unique visual aid. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2ptiKsM via

Former Purdue football player Michael Eargle shot and killed in New Jersey

Michael Eargle, a former defensive back at Purdue, was shot and killed in downtown Elizabeth, N.J., on Tuesday afternoon.

Chris Petersen extension makes Washington coach Pac-12’s highest paid, report says

Petersen, 27-14 in three years in Seattle, will make $4.875M per year, which is believed to push him past

Chad Carr's family pleads for return of stolen photos, videos

The grandson of former Michigan coach Lloyd Carr was 5 years old when died from brain cancer in 2015.

Former Texas Tech coach Spike Dykes dead at 79

His homespun humor belied coaching acumen that led the Red Raiders to seven bowl games in the 1980s and

Former Alabama QB AJ McCarron rolling back to Tuscaloosa with new sushi restaurant

McCarron is opening a build-your-own sushi restaurant in downtown Tuscaloosa, according to Alabama's student newspaper, The Crimson White. from

Spring game winners: Jarrett Stidham, Feleipe Franks make cases for SEC starting jobs

Auburn might have found its quarterback and a five-star playmaker is ready to take off. Those are the spring

USC football preview: Trojans 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

The question for 2017 is whether the Trojans can handle the high expectations after a 10-3 season that culminated

Michigan football preview: Wolverines 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

What kind of success will that lead to in 2017? The Wolverines are ranked No. 8 in Sporting News'

Florida State football preview: Seminoles 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Florida State enters the 2017 season with the same lofty expectations in the ACC under eighth-year coach Jimbo Fisher.

Ohio State football preview: Buckeyes 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Urban Meyer enters his sixth year at Ohio State after compiling a 61-6 record the past five seasons, and

Georgia football preview: Bulldogs 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

The Bulldogs are No. 10 in Sporting News' Way-Too-Early Top 25 as a result, and here's a preview of

Oklahoma football preview: Sooners 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Oklahoma brings back Baker Mayfield and is looking for a third consecutive Big 12 championship. Here are three questions

Washington football preview: Huskies 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

The Washington Huskies won the Pac-12 and reached the College Football Playoff in 2016. Here are three questions for

LSU football preview: Tigers 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

LSU enters Ed Orgeron's first full season with a new offensive coordinator, a Heisman candidate and questions at QB.

Wisconsin football preview: Badgers 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Wisconsin heads into 2017 looking to get back to the Big Ten championship in Paul Chryst's third season. A

​Tennessee football preview: Volunteers 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Butch Jones enters his fifth season at Tennessee with a lot of holes to fill. Here are three questions

Nebraska football preview: Huskers 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Nebraska opens the 2017 season with a quarterback competition in Mike Riley's third season. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2lT46cZ

Penn State football preview: Nittany Lions 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Penn State is back in the national spotlight, and it will be intriguing to see how they handle that

Texas football preview: Longhorns 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

The Texas Longhorns open a new chapter under Tom Herman in 2017. Here are three questions for the Longhorns

Auburn football preview: Tigers 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Auburn enters Gus Malzahn's fifth season with another quarterback competition to settle. Here's a quick look at the Tigers.

Florida football preview: Gators 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

The Florida Gators are the defending SEC East champions. Here are three questions for the Gators heading into Jim

Notre Dame football preview: Irish 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Notre Dame heads into a pivotal spring under Brian Kelly. Here are three things to watch with the Irish.

Oregon football preview: Ducks 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Oregon begins a new chapter under first-year coach Willie Taggart. Here are three things to watch heading into the

Louisville football preview: Cardinals 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Heisman Trophy winner Lamar Jackson returns to lead Louisville in 2017. Here are three things to look for this

More Oklahoma players arrested, charged with public intoxication

Two more Sooners face public intoxication charges this offseason. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2nSe4eP via

Ole Miss AD jokes that team will name each regular season 'bowl' game

Ole Miss is under a postseason ban in 2017. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2nt9A2U via

Clemson players receive championship rings during spring game

Deshaun Watson and Mike Williams were among the Clemson players at Saturday's spring game to get their rings during

Top 2018 recruit Xavier Thomas chooses Clemson over South Carolina

Defensive end Xavier Thomas, the No. 1 player on ESPN’s Junior 300 rankings, has committed to Clemson instead of

Penn State trustee who dismissed 'so-called' Jerry Sandusky victims asked to resign

Albert Lord's comments did not sit well with just about anyone — including his fellow board members. from Sporting

Texas A&M WR cites 'jock itch' as primary defense in indecent exposure case

Texas A&M wide receiver citing cause for indecent exposure as merely a case of bad 'jock itch.' from Sporting

Clemson's QB competition leads six spring game storylines we're watching

ACC powers Clemson and Florida State play their spring games on Saturday. Which players should you keep tabs on?

Penn State trustee drops re-election bid after casting doubts about Sandusky victims

Al Lord has been a Penn State trustee since 2014 from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2nFQnqd via

Kansas State's Bill Snyder puts cancer treatments behind him, focusing on next season

Kansas State coach Bill Snyder downplays his battle with cancer, saying, "It is what it is and you have

Rex Ryan to make full-time ESPN debut at Florida State spring game

The former Jets and Bills coach will handle mostly NFL duties at the network but gets his start in

Brian Lewerke needs to be 'the guy' who leads Michigan State turnaround

Brian Lewerke leads the Michigan State quarterback competition heading into the fall. Can he help the Spartans reverse last

How a Gonzaga-like run to championship game could happen in college football

Gonzaga made the championship game in the men's basketball tournament. Here's how such a thing could be made possible

Mark Dantonio knows there are no easy answers for Michigan State

Mark Dantonio is trying to fix Michigan State, both on and off the field. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2opCroG

FAU linebacker Nate Ozdemir forgoes football for military career

Ozdemir is giving up football to pursue a career as a Marine Corps pilot. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2ooNaQm

West Alabama football player charged with murder in shooting death of high school player

Anthony Parker, an 18-year-old freshman at UWA, was shooting a gun outside when a stray bullet struck Quentavious Reese.

Former Baylor coach Art Briles reflects on future at UAB coaching clinic

The former Baylor made a surprise appearance at a UAB coaching clinic. from Sporting News RSS http://ift.tt/2oofNgU via

DeShaun Watson apparently run out of Tuscaloosa bar

DeShaun Watson left a Tuscaloosa bar Friday after patrons apparently told him he was not welcome. from Sporting News