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Breaking News
Full history →The latest verified news from around college football.
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UTSA Roadrunners open 2026-27 football season Saturday against UTRGV
Will Henderson III (RB) — Starter returning
UTSA's season preview notes returning wide receivers David Amador II, AJ Wilson, DJ Allen and Jamel Hardy, plus sophomore running back Will Henderson III, who ran for 866 yards and six touchdowns as a freshman. The Roadrunners open Saturday against UTRGV.
UTSA Today
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No. 25 Mizzou leaves season-opening win 'half excited, half mad' with split showing
Missouri (1-0) built a 40-0 halftime lead behind a revamped passing attack, then saw its performance slip with starters pulled against an FCS opponent. The team finished with a split feeling about the opener.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
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Penn State fraternity cocaine trial: pledges helped package drugs, witnesses testify
A Penn State fraternity member testified Wednesday that cocaine deals grew from 100 grams to 1-kilogram loads, with pledges helping package drugs. The testimony came in a trial detailing allegations of drug running through fraternities, a major off-field legal story involving the university community.
Time Bulletin
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NCAA clears University of Cincinnati of wrongdoing in Brendan Sorsby gambling investigation
Brendan Sorsby (QB) — School cleared; player ineligible
The NCAA has closed its inquiry into Cincinnati, concluding that former quarterback Brendan Sorsby committed a Level III violation, but the university is cleared of any wrongdoing. Sorsby, now at Texas Tech, remains permanently ineligible for betting on sports.
Yahoo Sports (AP)
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Judge grants injunction allowing 2022 players to compete
Judge William Jorden ruled Thursday that more than 30 student-athletes are granted a preliminary injunction against the NCAA, SEC, and SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey. The ruling allows these athletes, including members of the 2022 class, to compete despite prior eligibility restrictions.
Louisiana Sports
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Big 12 lands $2.8B media rights extension with Fox, ESPN
The Big 12 conference announced it has signed a six-year media rights extension with Fox and ESPN worth a reported $2.8 billion, beginning in 2027. The deal includes increased streaming rights on ESPN+ and keeps each school's annual payout above $40 million.
Sports Business Journal
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Mike Shula to serve as senior offensive assistant at Minnesota
Mike Shula has taken on a role as senior offensive assistant at Minnesota for the 2026 season. The article discusses his recent move and potential impact on the Gophers' offense.
Geestkracht
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DeAndre Hopkins joins Georgia Tech coaching staff as assistant wide receivers coach
DeAndre Hopkins (Assistant Wi) — Hired
Veteran NFL receiver DeAndre Hopkins has joined Georgia Tech's coaching staff as assistant wide receivers coach. Despite turning 34 and taking the college role, Hopkins clarified he is not officially retiring from the NFL. He previously played at Clemson and has ties to Georgia Tech offensive coordinator George Godsey from their Houston Texans days.
Shinsenkai
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UNC places Michael Lombardi on administrative leave
North Carolina has placed Michael Lombardi on administrative leave amid turmoil within the program. Lombardi was part of Bill Belichick's controversial staff, and this development highlights a reported clash between NFL and college football approaches within the Tar Heels coaching setup.
Shockershi
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Tom Herman joins Florida State Seminoles football staff
Florida State has added Tom Herman to its football staff. Herman, a seasoned coach with head-coaching experience at Texas and Houston as well as FAU, brings a diverse background which includes roles as an offensive coordinator and position coach for quarterbacks and wide receivers.
Jackets Winkel
Injury Report
Full history →Who is in, out, or questionable — as it breaks.
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SI: Bobo and Harris 'good to go'; Toliver, Smith backup options at center for Georgia
Drew Bobo (Center) — Probable/Cleared
Smart told reporters Monday both Bobo and Harris took every rep and are fully cleared. Should Bobo have any issue, Cortez Smith or Malachi Toliver would step in at center; Toliver started against Alabama and Ole Miss in the final two games of 2025.
SI.com
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Barnes back at UTEP but status for week one is still uncertain
Solo Barnes (DB) — Unknown
Defensive back Solo Barnes is back on campus and enrolled after a temporary restraining order, but his status for the season opener at Oklahoma is uncertain. The Mountain West has ruled professional athletes ineligible, and head coach Scotty Walden said he does not know if Barnes will make the trip. Walden added, 'We're not out of the woods yet.'
KFOX14/CBS4
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Takeaways From Oklahoma's Depth Chart Ahead of Opener vs. UTEP
Tory Blaylock (RB) — Questionable (banged up)
Sophomore running back Tory Blaylock has been 'banged up' during preseason camp but is listed as co-backup alongside freshman Jonathan Hatton. He is expected to be available for Week 1 but may not be at full health.
SI Sooners
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Cignetti: TE Trevor Gibbs questionable for Week 1
Trevor Gibbs (TE)
Only injury mentioned by Cignetti: true freshman tight end Trevor Gibbs is listed as questionable for the season opener against North Texas. He emerged as a competitor for snaps during fall camp but setbacks will likely mean Andrew Barker or Brock Schott see more action.
Hoosier State of Mind
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OL Carter Smith and TE Zach Becker fully healthy, no injury designations
Carter Smith, Zach Becker (OL, TE)
Offensive tackle Carter Smith and tight end Zach Becker, both of whom missed time in the spring due to surgeries, have no injury designations heading into Week 1. Smith underwent a shoulder procedure after the 2025 season but is now full-go. Becker had an elite showing in the College Football Playoff and is healthy.
Hoosier State of Mind
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Bray Lynch named starting center, healthy
Bray Lynch (C)
Cignetti confirmed that Bray Lynch will be the starting center for the season opener. Lynch is described as a veteran, smart, and good at snapping the ball. No injury concerns were reported.
Indiana University Athletics
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Indiana reports no significant injuries from fall camp
Cignetti stated that the Hoosiers did not lose anyone to injury during fall camp, and the overall health is good. The only player mentioned with a possible injury concern is Trevor Gibbs. No other players are on the injury report.
The Daily Hoosier
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Dan Lanning says RG Dave Iuli is healthy and could play in Week 1
Dave Iuli (OG) — Probable
Head coach Dan Lanning confirmed on Monday that right guard Dave Iuli has practiced all week and is comfortable enough to play in the season opener against Boise State. Iuli missed spring practice while recovering from a torn triceps suffered in the Orange Bowl, but has been practicing during fall camp.
Ducks Wire
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Logan Brantley returns from unspecified injury, in competition for starting LB
Logan Brantley (LB) — Probable
Kansas transfer Logan Brantley was banged up during fall camp but has returned to practice. He and Jake Ripp are competing for the starting linebacker spot alongside Boen Phelps.
Sports Illustrated
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Center Kilian O’Connor out for season with injury suffered in fall camp
Kilian O'Connor (C) — Season-ending
Projected starting center Kilian O’Connor suffered a season-ending injury early in fall camp. He will miss the entire 2026 season but will remain involved off the field. Tobias Raymond moved from guard to center to replace him.
USC Athletics