Alabama reportedly gets commitment from ECU grad transfer Gardner Minshew

The former ECU quarterback has reportedly committed to the Tide for the 2018 season.

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Nate Robinson says Washington booster offered him 100K to stay with football team

Former NBA player Nate Robinson said a booster offered him $100,000 per year if he would stay with the Huskies' football team.

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Georgia football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Georgia in 2017 was one play away from winning its first national title since 1980. Can the Bulldogs finally break through in 2018?

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Alabama QB competition: Sizing up Jalen Hurts vs. Tua Tagovailoa

Alabama's quarterback battle between Jalen Hurts and Tua Tagovailoa could have lasting ramifications on the Tide's offense.

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Jalen Ramsey roasts Texas A&M for using him as recruiting tool

Former FSU cornerback Jalen Ramsey didn't take kindly to being used in a recruiting graphic for Texas A&M.

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Jalen Ramsey responds to Texas A&M using him as recruiting tool

"He didn't teach me one DB technique," Jalen Ramsey wrote about Jimbo Fisher.

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Alabama, Butch Jones discussing role with Crimson Tide

Jones, 50, was fired by Tennessee in the middle of last season after going 34-27 in five-plus seasons with the Volunteers.

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Ohio State football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

The Buckeyes' quarterback race is part of the drama for the defending Big Ten champions. Can Urban Meyer get Ohio State back to the Playoff?

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Former Arizona coach Rich Rodriguez says accuser tried to extort $7.5 million from him

The former Arizona coach was fired without cause after he was accused of sexual harassment and of forcing staff members to hide an extramarital affair.

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Oklahoma football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Oklahoma accomplished a lot in its first year under Lincoln Riley. Can the Sooners expect more in 2018?

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Former Arizona State CB charged with making terrorist threats

Robbie Robinson, 20, is accused of making terrorist threats against the ASU athletic department, police say. His bond was set at $50K.

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Watch it: HBO releases full trailer for ‘Paterno’

HBO released a full trailer of 'Paterno”, a film starring Al Pacino as late Penn State football caoch Joe Paterno.

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Michigan needed Jim Harbaugh's offensive staff shake-up, but how will it work?

How will all the shake-ups on Michigan's offense fit in 2018? It's the key to taking some heat off fourth-year coach Jim Harbaugh.

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Wisconsin football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Wisconsin is coming off its best season in history, and its second straight trip to the Big Ten title game. Can Paul Chryst lead the Badgers to the next step in Year 4?

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Marshall DT Larry Aaron passes away after complications from gunshot wound

Aaron reportedly was shot trying to protect his girlfriend on New Year's Day.

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Miami football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Mark Richt led Miami to 10 wins and to the ACC championship game in 2017. What's next for 'The U?'

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Auburn football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Auburn's 2017 season was one of the most impressive of any team in college football before it ended with two straight losses. How can the Tigers rebound in 2018?

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Notre Dame football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Notre Dame has another quarterback battle heading into Brian Kelly's ninth season with the program. Here is a preview of the Irish.

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Penn State schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Trace McSorley is back to lead a high-flying Penn State offense in 2018. Will that help the Nittany Lions take the next step to the College Football Playoff?

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Washington football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Washington's standards have changed under Chris Petersen, but Jake Browning should have the Huskies in the hunt for the Pac-12 title and perhaps more in 2018.

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Ohio State QB competition: Sizing up Dwayne Haskins, Joe Burrow and Tate Martell

How will the Ohio State quarterback competition shake out? Sporting News looks at the battle among Dwayne Haskins, Joe Burrow and Tate Martell.

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USC football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Can USC win the Pac-12 for a second consecutive year under Clay Helton? Here's what to expect from the Trojans in 2018:

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LSU football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

What are fair expectations for LSU in Ed Orgeron's second full season? A preview of the Tigers heading into 2018.

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NFL Draft 2018: Baker Mayfield continues fight against Johnny Manziel comparisons

NFL teams have two more months to decide whether they believe Mayfield is more Russell Wilson than Manziel.

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Clemson recruit wins free Chick-fil-A for year through local award

A future Clemson kicker may become the most popular man on campus before he even steps on a football field.

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Stanford football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Bryce Love is back at Stanford. Will he lead the Cardinal back to the Pac-12 championship game in 2018?

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Virginia Tech football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

It's Year 3 of the Justin Fuente era at Virginia Tech. What can we expect from the Hokies in 2018?

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Former Florida coach Jim McElwain confirmed as Michigan's WRs coach

The Wolverines have a new offensive assistant in former Florida coach Jim McElwain.

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Mark Dantonio receives annual contract extension from Michigan State

The Michigan State football coach received his annual one-year extension on Friday without much discussion from the school's board of trustees.

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Michigan State football schedule, roster, recruiting & what to watch in 2018

Michigan State's Mark Dantonio leads the Spartans into another heated Big Ten East race. The program has the pieces to make some noise, including QB Brian Lewerke.

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Two Baylor football players suspects in sexual assault, report says

Four Baylor students, at least 2 of them football players, have been interviewed as suspects in connection with an alleged sexual assault.

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Michigan football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Michigan enters a pivotal fourth year under coach Jim Harbaugh, and the schedule won't be easy. How much help would Shea Patterson offer?

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TCU football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

TCU made the Big 12 championship game in 2017. Can Gary Patterson take the Horned Frogs to the next level in 2018?

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Florida State football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Willie Taggart takes over for Jimbo Fisher at Florida State. What will the Seminoles' season look like in 2018?

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Oklahoma State football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Oklahoma State has some unanswered questions after 2017. How will Mike Gundy address the defense in Stillwater?

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NCAA misses mark on Notre Dame, proves again 'vacating games is stupid'

Vacating wins doesn't work, and the NCAA proved that once again with Notre Dame.

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UCF football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

How much more noise can UCF make after finishing undefeated in 2017? Sporting News previews the No. 21 team in our way-too-early Top 25.

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Texas football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Tom Herman and Texas bring in its highest-rated recruiting class in years for the 2018 season. Will that help the Longhorns take the next step i 2018?

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South Carolina football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

South Carolina made a big jump in Year 2 of the Will Muschamp era. How do the Gamecocks continue that upward trend?

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Michigan State interim president blasts ESPN for dragging Mark Dantonio, Tom Izzo

MSU interim president John Engler had a strong response to the ESPN "Outside the Lines" article lumping Dantonio and Izzo with Larry Nassar.

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Notre Dame's appeal denied, 21 football victories vacated, NCAA panel affirms

The university's president, Father John Jenkins, slammed the appeals committee's denial in a letter to Notre Dame alumni.

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USC WR Joseph Lewis arrested on felony domestic violence charge

The No. 4-rated WR in the class of 2017 played in 11 games, mostly on special teams, as a true freshman. He had four catches for 39 yards.

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College football rankings: SN's pre-preseason top 25 for 2018

Sporting News dishes out its first college football top 25 rankings for the 2018 season.

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Memphis football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Memphis is ranked 24th heading into 2018. The quarterback battle adds to the intrigue for Mike Norvell and the Tigers.

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Texas A&M football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Jimbo Fisher will be tasked with clearing the 8-5 hurdle that vexed former coach Kevin Sumlin. Here's what to look for from Fisher and the Aggies in 2018:

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Tennessee football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

First-year coach Jeremy Pruitt has a tough rebuild ahead of him with Tennessee. Here's what to look for from Volunteers football in 2018:

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Nebraska football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Scott Frost is back at Nebraska, and it will be interesting to see how the Huskers manage heightened expectations in 2018.

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UCLA football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Chip Kelly is back in college football. So how long until the UCLA Bruins are in the hunt for a Pac-12 championship? Here's an early preview for their 2018 season.

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National Signing Day: Top impact freshmen for 2018

The 2018 signing class is full of recruits who can make an immediate impact for their team. Here are some of the best:

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University of New Mexico suspends football coach Bob Davie

Davie has been suspended for 30 days after an investigation recommended greater oversight of "incidents of alleged misconduct” by players.

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Commissioner Greg Sankey says SEC might not play in Mississippi if state gun law passes

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey says a new piece of gun legislation in Mississippi could hinder the league's sporting events.

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10 best recruiting schools since 2010: Who follows Alabama?

Alabama's string of seven consecutive No. 1 recruiting classes ended in 2018, but the Tide are still by far the best overall recruiting team in the country. But who follows behind?

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Give Michigan, Jim Harbaugh one more year before freaking out about program

Michigan did not have a high-profile class on National Signing Day, but it's OK to wait one more year before a full-fledged freakout on Jim Harbaugh.

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Jacob Copeland joins list of most awkward National Signing Day moments

Florida commit Jacob Copeland's mother walked off stage during his ceremony. The whole ceremony is now among the most awkward National Signing Day moments of all time.

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National Signing Day 2018: One big thing to watch from top 10 classes

Sporting News breaks down the top 10 classes from the college football recruiting cycle — and one big thing to watch from each.

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Jim Harbaugh taking Michigan football team to France over spring break

Harbaugh received a lot of backlash last year for taking the football team to Italy.

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National Signing Day 2018: Recapping commitments of top five college football classes

For the first time since 2010, there's a a new team atop the recruiting rankings.

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National Signing Day 2018: Kirby Smart's recruiting touch means Georgia built to last

Georgia's impressive recruiting run continued on National Signing Day, and shows why Kirby Smart has built the Bulldogs to last.

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National Signing Day 2018: Playoff powerhouses expose lack of future parity

The rich got richer on National Signing Day, so who is going to catch the five major powers in the FBS in 2018?

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National Signing Day: 5 reasons Alabama lost ground in 2018 recruitment

Alabama's seven-year run atop the college football recruiting ranks ended in 2018. So how was Alabama finally usurped?

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Jason Copeland's mom leaves gym after son chooses Florida on National Signing Day

Jason Copeland's mom was wearing an Alabama sweater and a Tennessee hat and seemingly didn't appreciate her son's college choice of Florida.

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National Signing Day: Georgia claims No. 1 recruiting class, ends Alabama's 7-year run

Alabama and Nick Saban's run of seven straight No. 1 classes has ended. Kirby Smart and Georgia have usurped the Tide as the top recruiting class in the country.

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Top-100 OLB Quay Walker teases of Tennessee commitment before flipping to Georgia

Walker, who was originally committed to Alabama, put on a Tennessee hat before flinging it away and revealing his choice was Georgia.

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Michigan loses only top-100 commit Otis Reese to Georgia

Michigan's only top-100 commit, LB Otis Reese, decided last minute to flip to Georgia on signing day.

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Utah signs Australian TE who has never played American football

Thomas Yassmin is a very accomplished rugby player from Australia who stands at 6-4, 230 pounds.

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5-star CB Patrick Surtain Jr. commits to Alabama over LSU

Alabama pulled in its second five-star player of the 2018 class with Patrick Surtain Jr., the No. 1 cornerback in the country.

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Alabama to promote Tosh Lupoi to defensive coordinator, report says

The Crimson Tide are going to stay in house to find a new defensive coordinator.

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National Signing Day: Why are college football Twitter accounts being suspended?

On one of the biggest days of the year, National Signing Day, college football Twitter accounts were unexpectedly suspended.

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National Signing Day 2018: Tracking top college football signings

Follow along as Sporting News provides updates on the top uncommitted recruits of the 2017 class.

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Deondre Francois likely out until fall, will compete for starting job

Francois tore the patellar tendon in his left knee in the season opener against Alabama last season.

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USC extends coach Clay Helton's contract through 2023

Clay Helton led the Trojans to an 11-3 record this past season, recording the school's first Pac-12 title since 2008.

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Georgia QB Jacob Eason reportedly transfers to Washington

After going down with an injury in the first week of the season, Jacob Eason lost his starting job at Georgia to freshman Jake Fromm.

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Ranking the No. 1 recruiting classes since 2000

Which class was the best: Alabama in 2011 or 2012, USC in 2005 or Texas' loaded 2002 class?

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Cam, Stafford or Tebow? 5-star quarterback rankings since 2005

Who is the best five-star quarterback of the last 10 recruiting cycles? Sporting News ranked those five-star quarterbacks based on their college and NFL success. Who is No. 1?

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National Signing Day 2018: Georgia and Ohio State's battle for No. 1 just one of several storylines

National Signing Day is Wednesday. Here are five things to watch, starting with the battle for No. 1 between Ohio State and Georgia.

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The best high school football player you ever saw: Sporting News makes its picks

Who was the high school football player you ever saw? Sporting News staff gives their insights, including a former No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft.

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Former Florida football player convicted of healthcare fraud conspiracy

Monty Grow played for Steve Spurrier's Gators from 1990-93 and spent three seasons in the NFL.

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Ranking the colleges by Super Bowl winners

Which schools have produced the most Super Bowl winners? We've got the answer.

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Lou Holtz fights for Notre Dame’s Irish logo against ESPN’s Max Kellerman

Recently on ESPN’s “First Take,” Max Kellerman suggested Notre Dame’s Fighting Irish logo should be changed.

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Ex-WR claims abuse in suit against Gary Patterson, TCU, Big 12

Kolby Listenbee says TCU coaches “continually harassed, humiliated, pressured and threatened” him after he was injured in September 2015.

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Embattled Michigan State to name Greg Ianni as interim AD, report says

Following the announcement of Mark Hollis' retirement, Greg Ianni is expected to become the interim AD of Michigan State.

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