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Michigan set to host 5-star flip target for Oklahoma clash
Michigan will host a five-star recruit who is committed elsewhere for its Oklahoma game, signaling continued pursuit of a potential flip target.
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LSU climbs into the top 10 while Michigan drops out of the top 30 in CBS Sports 138
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Rookie Coaches Hit Week 1: From Dream Starts to Total Disasters
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Week 1 Shake-Up: LSU Surges and USC Defense Sparks Championship Talk
Week 1 reshapes the national championship picture: LSU’s stunning win over Clemson in Lane Kiffin’s debut pushes the Tigers into the SEC title mix with Texas and Georgia, USC’s defense shows promise, Michigan’s rough outing raises playoff doubts, and Oregon’s late rally hints at talent but not championship form, leaving Ohio State in a tighter, more competitive chase.
Oregon Edges Boise State as LSU–Clemson Kickoff Is Delayed by Lightning
Week 1 features No. 2 Oregon rallying past Boise State 34–27, with No. 1 Ohio State, No. 6 Indiana and No. 13 Alabama rolling to openers; Alabama’s Keelon Russell showed dynamic potential in a 48–10 win. Oklahoma State suffers a stunning upset at Tulsa amid heavy transfer movement, and LSU–Clemson’s kickoff is pushed back by lightning as Saturday night games unfold with plenty of takeaways and highlights.
Week 1 Bold Predictions Put Notre Dame to the Test at Wisconsin
USA TODAY’s Week 1 bold predictions mostly lean chalk, but flag notable tests: Notre Dame at Wisconsin could be a tight game, Florida State may upset SMU at home behind Ashton Daniels and an improved rush, Pitt’s Mason Heintschel could flash in Year 2, Tennessee freshman Faizon Brandon could blow up with five touchdowns, and Cal–UCLA could turn into a late-night track meet, with LSU and Clemson storylines adding coach-future drama.
Gardner-Webb parts ways with Kris McCullough after one-game tenure amid probe
Gardner-Webb University fired head coach Kris McCullough after his first game in charge amid an ongoing off-field investigation; interim coach Pete Bennett will lead the program for the remainder of the season following a 35-17 loss to Austin Peay. The school did not disclose details of the probe, and McCullough, hired in December 2025 after success at Division II Texas-Permain Basin, had previously overseen a strong run with the Runnin’ Bulldogs.
TCU Receiver Hospitalized After Locker Room Altercation With Teammate
TCU wide receiver Dozie Ezukanma was hospitalized for three days with brain bleeding and a concussion after a locker-room altercation in which teammate Jacob Fields allegedly punched and kicked him; Fields was dismissed, arrested for aggravated assault, and released on bond. Ezukanma, unconscious at the time and not playing in the season opener, was a key contributor in the rotation, while Fields reportedly apologized via text and the team prepared for Week 2 vs Grambling State.
Week Zero’s Big Takeaways: FSU’s setbacks, UNLV’s coaching test, and USC’s attendance buzz
Three overreactions from week zero: Florida State’s 17-point win over New Mexico State has fans questioning the Noles’ ceiling; UNLV’s Dan Mullen is under fire for a leaky defense and for criticizing noisy fans after a loss to Memphis; USC’s attendance scrutiny at its opener sparks debate about Lincoln Riley, though optimism remains for the program.
NC State’s Week 0 Defeat: Offense Stalls in 34-8 Loss at Virginia
NC State opened the season with a 34-8 loss at Virginia, as QB CJ Bailey delivered the worst performance of his career (84 passing yards on 12-of-23 with 0 TDs and 2 turnovers, 74.2 passer rating) and the Wolfpack managed only 168 total yards. Virginia piled up 258 rushing yards behind Beau Pribula (9/11 passing for 155 yards and 110 rushing yards). NC State’s defense and play-calling couldn’t slow the Cavaliers, prompting concerns about both personnel and coaching ahead of a two-week gap before the home opener against Richmond.
Seven Players to Watch in the 2026 Heisman Race
The 2026 Heisman race centers on seven standout players—primarily quarterbacks, with Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith emerging as a top non-QB contender—highlighting the trophy’s QB-centric history while leaving room for surprises via injuries or unexpected breakthroughs as Week Zero approaches.
SEC pushes back on ex-NFL stars returning to college football as LSU chases talent
SEC presidents called for barring former NFL players who return to college competition, arguing it blurs amateurism and harms competitive equity as LSU pursues NFL-alumni talent; reactions vary from Lane Kiffin’s pragmatic recruiting stance to Ryan Day’s reluctant acceptance and Dan Lanning’s opposition, underscoring broader tensions over college sports eligibility and potential federal action like the Protect College Sports Act.
College GameDay Kicks Off 2026 Season With Triple-SEC Road Tour
ESPN's College GameDay opens the 2026 season with three consecutive SEC stops—LSU in Week 1, Texas in Week 2, and Ole Miss in Week 3—featuring LSU hosting Clemson Week 1 and Texas vs. Ohio State Week 2; the piece notes Lane Kiffin's move to LSU and marks the show’s 40th season and 500th road edition, with Week Zero replaced by a special College Football Countdown edition.