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Mississippi State QB Kamario Taylor Rejects $4M NIL Offers to Stay with Bulldogs

Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor declined lucrative name, image, and likeness (NIL) offers from rival schools to honor his commitment to the Bulldogs. Despite rejecting deals valued at approximately $4 million, Taylor has emerged as a Heisman contender this season. The program intends to aggressively retain him for 2027, while former NFL star Chris Jones has pledged personal donations to support the team's NIL efforts.

via Bleacher Report|

#college-football #heisman #kamario-taylor

college-football1 month ago•9 min saved

Week 1 Overreactions Signal Heisman Buzz, USC Rise, and Coaching Questions Loom

Week 1's overreactions run the gamut: Malachi Toney and Jeremiah Smith headline early Heisman chatter; USC looks like a Big Ten contender with efficient QB play and a surge of playmakers; Arch Manning shows improved poise and a stronger supporting cast; the Big 12 appears unsettled after a string of eye-opening results; Keelon Russell flashes as Alabama's dynamic quarterback; Lane Kiffin's LSU looks formidable and signals a real SEC challenge; Clemson's Dabo Swinney era may be nearing its end as roster turnover and NIL dynamics reshape the ACC.

via bleacherreport.com|

#alabama #arch-manning #clemson

sports1 month ago•12 min saved

Kiffin’s LSU Debut Stuns Clemson as Week 1 Chaos Arrives

Week 1 delivered chaos: Lane Kiffin’s LSU routed Clemson, Michigan’s late clock controversy sparked conspiracy chatter, Clemson and Oklahoma State stumbled, and preseason Heisman favorites flashed, with surprising upsets and standout special-teams plays stealing headlines.

via The New York Times|

#college-football #heisman #lane-kiffin

college-football1 month ago•3 min saved

Hoosier debut: Hoover shines with four TDs in Indiana win over North Texas

Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover, a transfer from TCU, delivered a standout Bloomington debut by throwing for 231 yards and four touchdowns on 13-of-16 passes, with no interceptions, as the No. 6 Hoosiers defeated North Texas 52-16. He connected with Nick Marsh and Charlie Becker for multiple scores and showed the efficiency and poise that could fuel Heisman buzz and a smooth quarterback transition.

via USA Today|

#college-football #heisman #indiana-hoosiers

college-football1 month ago•12 min saved

Notre Dame's Philosophy-Minded QB Sets Sights on Title Run

A profile of CJ Carr, Notre Dame's quarterback and philosophy major, balancing a demanding season with deep intellectual inquiry—from Kant’s Critique of Pure Reason to team-ethics debates—while evolving into a captain, training with top QB coach Will Hewlett, and entering Heisman buzz as the Irish pursue their first national title in decades after a strong freshman year.

via The New York Times|

#cj-carr #college-football #heisman

sports1 month ago•9 min saved

Bold Bets Stir the 2026 College Football Landscape

A FOX Sports panel lays out 12 audacious predictions for the 2026 college football season, including Indiana repeating as Big Ten champions, North Dakota State moving to FBS and aiming for the CFP, Arch Manning steering Texas to a national title, Jeremiah Smith mounting a historic receiving season, LSU overachieving under Lane Kiffin and earning a CFP bid, USC making the playoff, multiple non‑QB Heisman finalists, Virginia Tech improving enough to challenge Penn State in Franklin’s debut, Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama era facing pressure, the ACC likely sending only one team to the CFP, and Indiana returning to another national title-game run.

via FOX Sports|

#2026-season #cfp #coaching-changes

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Notre Dame Tops SI’s 2026 Crystal Ball, But Predictions Remain Highly Varied

Sports Illustrated’s 2026 crystal-ball predicts Notre Dame as the consensus national-title contender, but beyond that the panel is deeply split on playoff matchups, conference winners, and Heisman favorites (CJ Carr, Arch Manning, Dante Moore, Trinidad Chambliss). The piece covers a wide spread of picks—from Indiana and Oregon to BYU and Texas Tech in the CFP—and features debates on potential flops, coaching firings, and standout Group of 6 contenders, highlighting a loaded yet highly unpredictable season.

via Sports Illustrated|

#college-football #heisman #notre-dame

sports1 month ago•23 min saved

Notre Dame Tops The Athletic's 2026 CFP Projections, With Oregon as Runner-Up

The Athletic's staff and readers forecast the 2026 season, with Notre Dame as the staff’s top pick to win the national championship (41.9%), and Oregon as the likely title-game loser per staff; readers are less certain, and the piece also features bold predictions from multiple writers on teams and players shaping the race.

via The New York Times|

#college-football #heisman #national-championship

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Daniels’ Camp Denies Heisman Return Request as LSU Negotiations Continue

Contradictory reports persist: Daniels' camp says neither he nor his representatives asked LSU to return the 2023 Heisman Trophy, while other sources claim such a request was made; ESPN published a cease-and-desist over use of his name and likeness, amid LSU’s ongoing jersey-number discussions and a promised retirement that has not yet been fulfilled. Daniels, Burrow, and Pickett remain connected to the situation, with Daniels urging private resolution and focusing on football.

via tigerbait.com|

#heisman #jayden-daniels #jersey

college-football3 months ago•7 min saved

Six long-shot Heisman contenders eye a 2026 spotlight led by Russell and Toney

CBS Sports highlights six Heisman long shots for 2026—Keelon Russell, Malachi Toney, LaNorris Sellers, Byrum Brown, Bear Bachmeier and Kevin Jennings—who could surge into New York if their teams contend and they post standout numbers, with FanDuel odds ranging from +3500 to +10000; the piece notes the ongoing quarterback-plus-team-success formula and that past winners have often entered the race from unexpected, long-shot backgrounds.

via CBS Sports|

#college-football #heisman #heisman-dark-horses

sports4 months ago•9 min saved

Toughest Hall of Fame Ballot in Years Sparks SI Debate for 2027 Class

The National Football Foundation released the 2027 College Football Hall of Fame ballot, and Sports Illustrated writers weigh in with their hypothetical ballots, highlighting a who’s who of stars (including Heisman winners Cam Newton and Robert Griffin III) and a mix of quarterbacks, playmakers, linemen, and defenders. The pieces illustrate how brutal it is to cut the list to 10 from the FBS era, with debates over additional worthy names, notable omissions, and even coaching contenders. They also touch on notable non-FBS candidates like Mount Union’s Nate Kmic and note a new rule that could boost eligibility for innovators like Mike Leach.

via Sports Illustrated|

#ballot #college-football #hall-of-fame

sports5 months ago•5 min saved

Cuban Bankrolled Indiana’s Heisman QB Deal

Billionaire Mark Cuban says he provided NIL funds that helped Indiana recruit Heisman-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza, a move that powered the Hoosiers to a national championship. Cuban says he donates without earmarking specifics and leaves the allocation to athletic director Scott Dolson, with undisclosed amounts that have risen this season as IU enjoyed a 16–0 run and Mendoza’s career culminated in an NFL No. 1 pick.

via Front Office Sports|

#fernando-mendoza #heisman #indiana-hoosiers

sports5 months ago•6 min saved

Ravens Add Undrafted QB Diego Pavia as Developmental Backup

Baltimore signed undrafted quarterback Diego Pavia to a three-year UDFA deal. The Vanderbilt/New Mexico State product ranked SEC Offensive Player of the Year in 2025 with a 70.6% completion rate, 29 TDs and 9.4 yards per attempt, plus notable rushing ability, but his 5'9" height raises NFL concerns. He’ll compete for a developmental backup role behind Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley.

via ProFootballRumors.com|

#baltimore-ravens #diego-pavia #heisman

sports5 months ago•5 min saved

Heisman Fame, NFL Friction: Why Diego Pavia Didn't Get Drafted

Diego Pavia, Vanderbilt’s standout Heisman finalist, went undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft due to an undersized frame and a running-based, less NFL-ready skill set, despite a historic college career. The piece argues the lack of NFL opportunities stems from fit and measurables rather than moral failings, noting his potential CFL/UFL path as a more likely outcome while acknowledging his transformative college story and some controversial moments.

via CBS Sports|

#diego-pavia #heisman #nfl-draft

sports5 months ago•14 min saved

Stoic Underdog: Mendoza’s Path to the No. 1 Draft Pick

Sports Illustrated profiles Fernando Mendoza, a two-star high school quarterback who defied early expectations to lead Indiana to a national championship and generate top‑of‑draft buzz. Praised for pinpoint accuracy, clutch play, and a Stoic, cerebral approach, Mendoza has grown from Cal to Indiana under a development‑oriented regime, aligning his intangibles with modern NFL scheming. Evaluators note elite leadership and intellect but also the need to refine deep throws, mobility, and scheme fit. With a strong support system and a focus on reps and growth, he’s positioned as a plausible No. 1 pick for a franchise prioritizing a smart, ready‑to‑grow quarterback.

via Sports Illustrated|

#heisman #indiana-hoosiers #nfl-draft