All articles tagged with #2026 class
Eric Edholm unveils his initial top-100 NFL draft prospects for the 2026 class, with Ohio State LB/Edge Arvell Reese ranked No. 1 and a diverse mix of quarterbacks, running backs, receivers, linebackers and defensive backs described with traits, upside and injury/usage notes to guide early pre-draft judgments.
BYU landed 5-star wing Bruce Branch, who announced on ESPN's NBA Today that he is committing to BYU and reclassifying to the 2026 class (from 2027). Branch stands 6-foot-7 and plays for Prolific Prep Florida (formerly Perry HS, AZ); he is ranked #6 in the 2026 cycle by 247Sports. A scout compared him to Mikal Bridges for shot-making, length and defense. BYU pursued Branch for months, hosting an official visit on Jan 26; the commitment highlights Kevin Young's recruiting reach and booster support. Branch is a knockdown shooter and high-end scoring wing who could be a 2027 lottery pick if he declares early, and he should help BYU replace departing players while contending for Big 12 Freshman of the Year next season. This marks BYU's third straight year landing a 5-star recruit (Demin and AJ Dybantsa previously).
Amid fan outrage over Bill Belichick’s first-year Hall of Fame snub, the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2026 was announced: Roger Craig, Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, Luke Kuechly and Adam Vinatieri will be enshrined in Canton, Aug. 8. The controversy cited Deflategate/Spygate as factors in Belichick’s exclusion and Kraft’s missed inductee threshold was noted; the ceremony will take place in Canton, Ohio.
Taylor Swift becomes the youngest-ever woman inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, joining Alanis Morissette in the 2026 class alongside Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Kenny Loggins, Tricky Stewart, Walter Afanasieff, and Terry Britten & Graham Lyle; Swift selected five songs for consideration (All Too Well (10 Minute Version), Blank Space, Anti-Hero, Love Story, The Last Great American Dynasty); induction will take place June 11 in New York City.
Taylor Swift has become the youngest-ever inductee into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at 36, joining a 2026 class that also includes Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley of KISS, Christopher "Tricky" Stewart, Alanis Morissette, Terry Britten and Graham Lyle, Kenny Loggins, and Walter Afanasieff. The piece highlights Stewart’s work on Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies” and Rihanna’s “Umbrella,” Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill era, Britten and Lyle’s Tina Turner hits, Loggins’ soundtrack legacy, and Afanasieff’s collaborations on Mariah Carey’s “Hero” and “All I Want for Christmas Is You.” It also notes Swift’s prolific output since a 14-year-old publishing deal—69 Top 10 songs with 13 No. 1s—and her habit of writing songs overnight, per CBS.
Prosper (Texas) Walnut Grove RB Cam Newton, one of the top 2026 backs available, committed to Colorado after a weekend visit—the Buffaloes were the first Power Five program to offer him. At 5-foot-11, 190 pounds, Newton posted 2,007 rushing yards and 31 touchdowns as a junior in 2024, and followed with 2,402 rushing yards, 388 receiving yards and 44 total TDs in 2025 for a 12-1 Walnut Grove team. He is unranked as a prospect and is not related to former NFL MVP Cam Newton. Colorado’s 2026 class is already sizable, bolstered by 40+ portal additions and plans to bring in close to 60 newcomers this offseason via high school, junior college and transfer signees.
Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft are among the five finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026, with Belichick as a coach and Kraft as a contributor, both having had significant NFL careers and achievements. The induction process involves a vote where up to three finalists can be selected, and the outcome will be announced during Super Bowl LX week.
The article discusses Ohio State's recruiting rankings within the Big Ten for the 2026 class on National Signing Day, highlighting the significance of the early signing period and providing updates on signing, flipping, or decommitting prospects, with rankings sourced from 247Sports.com.
The Coach Blue-Ribbon Committee has named nine semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2026, including six NFL coaches with Super Bowl titles, with a final selection to be made on Nov. 18. The finalists will be considered for enshrinement in August 2026, alongside other categories like players and contributors.
Fifty-two Modern-Era Players have advanced in the voting process for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2026, with the full Selection Committee set to narrow down the list further, leading to the eventual enshrinement next August in Canton.
Five-star small forward Anthony Thompson, ranked No. 8 overall in the 2026 basketball class, has committed to Ohio State, marking one of the program's top recruiting wins since 2000. The Lebanon, Ohio native is known for his scoring ability, versatility, and impressive wingspan, making him a significant addition to the Buckeyes' roster.
Eli Manning, Tiki Barber, and Sean Landeta are among the 128 nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026, with a multi-step selection process leading to the final inductees to be announced next August.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame announced 128 modern-era candidates for the 2026 class, including first-time nominees like Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, and Philip Rivers, with a multi-step selection process to narrow down finalists for enshrinement next August.
A list of 128 modern-era players, including first-year eligible stars like Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, and Philip Rivers, has been nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2026. The selection process involves multiple rounds of voting by a committee, narrowing the list from 128 to 15 finalists, with the final class to be announced next August.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame announced 128 modern-era nominees for the 2026 class, including first-year eligible players like Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, and Philip Rivers. The selection process involves multiple rounds of voting by committees to narrow the list to 15 finalists, with the final inductees to be announced next August. The class can include three to five players, with the process overseen by Ernst & Young LLP.