Cincy unfazed by underdog tag: 'We belong here'

Cincinnati's players and coaches downplayed Monday any role the underdog label may play for the Bearcats against heavily favored Alabama in the College Football Playoff Semifinal game at the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic.

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Boise State to skip Arizona Bowl amid COVID-19

COVID-19 issues within the Boise State football program have forced the Broncos to withdraw from the Arizona Bowl, the school's athletic department said on Monday, leaving Central Michigan without an opponent for the Friday game.

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Steelers OL coach Klemm leaves for Oregon job

Current Steelers offensive line coach Adrian Klemm is departing for the Oregon football staff immediately after the Steelers granted him an early exit, the team announced Monday.

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Lanning to call plays for UGA defense in semifinal

Georgia defensive coordinator Dan Lanning is headed to Oregon as the Ducks' new head coach, but he'll first call defensive plays for the Bulldogs in Friday's game against Michigan in a College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl.

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Military, Fenway bowls canceled due to COVID

The Military Bowl Presented by Peraton and the Wasabi Fenway Bowl were canceled Sunday because of COVID-19 issues in the Boston College and Virginia football programs, respectively.

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College football bowl season takeaways: Analysis of every game

Our staff breaks down the entire bowl season with analysis from every game.

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‘It’s bigger than the game of football’ — how Aaron Jones keeps his father close to his heart on game day

After losing his father to complications from COVID-19, Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones made sure to keep him close to his heart. Tom Rinaldi tells the powerful story of love and strength.

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Washington's Everett involved in fatal car crash

Washington Football Team safety Deshazor Everett was the driver in a fatal, one-car crash Thursday night that killed the vehicle's passenger, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office.

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WFT roster regaining shape with four activations

The Washington Football Team received reinforcements as backup quarterback Kyle Allen, cornerback Kendall Fuller and safety Kam Curl were activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list.

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Ron Wolfley, the voice of the Arizona Cardinals, 'just sounds like football'

Wolfley's husky voice and unique catch phrases -- "Kurt Warner can throw a Twinkie into a toaster" -- were born from painful memories and a love of literature.

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CFP: Champion can win via COVID-related forfeit

The College Football Playoff committee has issued a new policy that allows a team to advance to the national championship -- and ultimately win it -- if opponents have to forfeit.

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Source: WFT's Scherff to COVID list, DT returns

The Washington Football Team put starting guard Brandon Scherff on the COVID-19 list Monday but got Matt Ioannidis back, putting the defensive line at near full-strength.

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Projected 2022 NFL draft order: Jags now lead the race for the No. 1 pick

Jacksonville is now favored to have the No. 1 pick, according to ESPN Football Power Index projections.

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Why recruiting in college football has turned into a never-ending grind

Coaches are having to recruit not just potential players they want to sign, but also players already on their team, thanks to the transfer portal.

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Enjoy Joaquin while you can. Football won't be the same without him

This is likely Joaquin's final season, a farewell tour, and the 40-year-old is receiving standing ovations everywhere he goes -- for good reason.

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College football fans have found a new spot to gather for group therapy, debate

During a wild coaching carousel, college football fans have become enthusiastic adopters of the ability to host and moderate their own online discussions, debates or therapy sessions on Twitter Spaces.

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How Hurricane Katrina shaped Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Leonard Fournette

The running back credits football for being one of the few constants in his life, helping him through the turbulent aftermath of Katrina.

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Ultimate bowl season preview: Players and storylines to watch for every game

Here's what you need to know about every game, from Friday's Bahamas Bowl to the College Football Playoff.

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Deion flips No. 2 recruit from FSU to Jackson St.

Cornerback Travis Hunter, the No. 2-ranked recruit in the nation, flipped his commitment from Florida State to Jackson State to become the first five-star high school football prospect to sign with an FCS team since ESPN started its rankings in 2006.

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Could the Atlanta Falcons' Cordarrelle Patterson be creating a world of positionless football?

Because of his familiarity with assistants Dave Ragone and Charles London in Chicago, Cordarrelle Patterson cast his free-agent lot with Atlanta. The results have been a career-best season.

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Sources: Venables' 6-year OU deal worth $43.5M

New Oklahoma football coach Brent Venables will average $7.25 million annually through the 2027 season under a deal that has still yet to be approved by the OU Board of Regents, sources told ESPN.

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Hue Jackson hired as head coach at Grambling

Hue Jackson, who was fired by the Cleveland Browns in 2018 and also served as head coach of the NFL's Raiders, has been hired by Grambling State to lead its football program, it was announced Friday.

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U-M's Harbaugh wins AP coach award; Fickell 2nd

After leading the Wolverines to the College Football Playoff, Jim Harbaugh became the first Michigan coach to win the AP Coach of the Year Award. He received 22 of 53 first-place votes to finish ahead of Cincinnati's Luke Fickell.

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Wayne Rooney: Keeping Derby up would be my 'biggest achievement in football'

Rooney admits Derby's odds of staying up are grim, but he's also hopeful.

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Sources: Oregon makes push to bring back Kelly

Oregon is making a push to bring back Chip Kelly as the Ducks' head football coach, sources told ESPN.

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Sources: Bama CB Jobe has surgery, out for CFP

Josh Jobe, who had a turf toe injury over the last month of the regular season, has had surgery and will miss the College Football Playoffs, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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Still rolling: Tide keep AP POY honor with Young

Alabama QB Bryce Young received 42 of 53 first-place votes from AP Top 25 voters and 137 points to easily finish ahead of Michigan DE Aidan Hutchinson for the AP Player of the Year in college football.

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Who will win and who should win the sport's highest honors

Who will take home college football's most prestigious individual hardware? And who should win? We break it all down.

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OK senator seeks 3 inches of Lincoln Riley Hwy.

Oklahoma Senator Bill Coleman has proposed an "appropriate goodbye" to USC's new football coach with a bill that would rename 3 inches of State Highway 325 in the panhandle as "Lincoln Riley Highway."

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Pele back in hospital for colon tumor treatment

Pele was moved out of intensive care on Tuesday as the Brazil football great continues his recovery from surgery.

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Notre Dame's renewed energy, Michigan's belief, the Big 12's future and more takeaways

Our reporters break down the past week in college football, from the coaching carousel to championship weekend.

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Why 169 former NFL players have turned to coaching high school football

There's a surprising number of former NFL players who have become high school head coaches and even more who've been assistants. We chased down some of their stories.

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Kenyan Drake’s lower-body tackle | Last Call | Week 13

Mike Pereira and Dean Blandino respond to Las Vegas Raiders RB Kenyan Drake's issue with a certain type of lower body tackle vs. the Washington Football Team.

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Nebraska legend Rodgers in hospital with COVID

Johnny Rodgers, the 1972 Heisman Trophy winner and a member of the College Football Hall of Fame, is in the hospital with COVID-19. He was first hospitalized Thanksgiving morning with the virus.

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OU finalizes deal to hire Venables, sources say

Oklahoma has finalized a deal with Clemson defensive coordinator Brent Venables to be the Sooners' next head football coach, sources said.

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‘We’re a bunch of fighters’ — Taylor Heinicke after WFT’s fourth-straight win

Pam Oliver caught up with Taylor Heinicke after the Washington Football Team beat the Las Vegas Raiders for their fourth consecutive victory.

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Brian Johnson nails game-winning 48-yard field goal

Brian Johnson hits the game-winning 48-yard field goal as the Washington Football Team defeats the Las Vegas Raiders.

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Taylor Heinicke tosses two touchdowns in Washington's win over Raiders

Taylor Heinicke threw two touchdowns as the Washington Football team defeated the Las Vegas Raiders, 17-15.

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‘I thought I was done playing’ — Taylor Heinicke on his remarkable run in Washington

Greg Olsen sits down with Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke to talk about his success this season, including taking down Tom Brady, Russell Wilson, and Cam Newton.

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Bama, Michigan, UGA, Cincy to vie for CFP crown

Alabama and Georgia from the SEC, Big Ten champ Michigan and lone FBS unbeaten Cincinnati have been selected for the College Football Playoff.

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Fantasy football inactives watch: Who's in and who's out?

AJ Mass provides updated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements.

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Smart calls loss to Tide 'wake-up call' for Georgia

Georgia coach Kirby Smart said Saturday's loss to Alabama "didn't do any damage," and he hopes it "reinvigorates" his team heading into the College Football Playoff.

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Michigan's long run gives them early lead over Iowa in Big Ten championship game

Michigan is a win away from the College Football Playoff. In the Wolverines' path is Iowa. Defensive end Aidan Hutchinson and the Wolverines look to avoid an upset in Indianapolis.

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No. 4 Cincinnati wins AAC, completes CFP case

Tyler Scott and No. 4 Cincinnati scored early and often against Houston in the AAC title game Saturday, as the Bearcats completed a perfect season, wrapped up a league crown and closed their case for an elusive berth into the College Football Playoff.

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Alabama meets Georgia, Baylor gets another shot at Oklahoma State and more

Conference championship week is finally here, and spots in the College Football Playoff are on the line.

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WFT's Collins, McKissic out Sunday vs. Raiders

The Washington Football Team must try to extend its three-game winning streak without two key players -- safety/linebacker Landon Collins and running back J.D. McKissic. Both were ruled out of Sunday's game at the Las Vegas Raiders because of injuries.

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Peyton Manning grades Tom Brady, Derwin James Jr. and others as Madden ratings adjuster

Manning is taking his love for football and acumen for breaking down the game to Madden NFL football. Look out, Tom Brady -- Manning says your accuracy rating is "just a bit high."

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'Wrestling is mental toughness': Mike Gundy's secret weapon for the Oklahoma State defense

Wrestling and football are both revered in Stillwater, and nowhere do they converge better than on this year's stellar Oklahoma State defense.

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Top CFB uniforms for championship weekend: Vibrant throwbacks, monochrome mastery and more

Championship weekend in college football is here, and some teams pulled out exceptional fits for the occasion.

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Cowboys’ defense snags four interceptions, cruise to impressive victory

The Dallas Cowboys notched an impressive victory on Thursday Night Football, with the defense snatching four interceptions and Trevon Diggs grabbing his ninth of the season. Dallas improves to 8-4 on the season.

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FOX Sports celebrates football legend John Madden with documentary 'All Madden' premiering on Christmas Day

Watch an exclusive preview for the FOX Sports original documentary 'All Madden" to get a look into one of the icons of football John Madden and his impact on the sport.

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Sources: Addazio out as Colorado State coach

After a six-game losing streak to end the season, Steve Addazio is out as Colorado State football coach, sources told ESPN.

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Alabama meets Georgia, Baylor gets another shot at Oklahoma State and more

Conference championship week is finally here, and spots in the College Football Playoff are on the line.

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CFP board again unable to agree on expansion

The College Football Playoff's board of managers were again unable to agree on an expanded playoff format and instead will meet again in January.

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Browns GM expecting 'best football' from Mayfield

Browns GM Andrew Berry expects QB Baker Mayfield, who ranks 26th in QBR this season while battling various injuries, "to play his best football" after the team's bye week.

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Bottom 10: Revealing the final standings for 2021

Was UMass' October win over UConn enough to keep the Minutemen from being our best worst team in college football?

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Wolverines join UGA, Bama, Cincy in CFP top four

After defeating Ohio State, and with the Big Ten title game up next, Michigan found itself inside the top four of the College Football Playoff rankings on Tuesday night, joining Georgia, Alabama and Cincinnati.

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Source: Meyer not leaving NFL for any college job

Jaguars coach Urban Meyer isn't interesting in leaving the NFL to take a college football coaching job amid speculation he might be interested in the Notre Dame opening, a source told ESPN.

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Irish AD: Kelly exit no surprise, ND in fine shape

Notre Dame athletic director Jack Swarbrick says he sensed that football coach Brian Kelly was restless and was not surprised by Kelly's decision to leave for LSU.

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How Texas and Oklahoma went from realignment conquerors to uncertain futures in four months

Four months ago, Texas and Oklahoma were finagling their way into the most exclusive club in college football, changing the sport by joining the SEC. Since then, it's been one issue after another.

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Sources: LSU hiring Kelly away from Notre Dame

In a shocking move, LSU is set to hire Notre Dame's Brian Kelly as its next head football coach, sources told ESPN's Adam Rittenberg, confirming a Yahoo! Sports report.

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Who will make the College Football Playoff?

Pick a contender, play out its season and see what chances it has to make the top four.

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Alabama gets exposed, the key to beating Georgia and more college football takeaways

Our reporters break down the college football landscape, from playoff hopefuls to Heisman contenders.

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College Football Playoff picks after Week 13

Find out who makes the College Football Playoff picks this week.

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Ohio State-Michigan: Wolverines get tricky to score first

The Buckeyes and Wolverines meet with huge College Football Playoff ramifications. Michigan looks to end an eight-game losing streak to OSU and the Buckeyes bring one of the nation's best offenses.

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Vikes' Griffen put on NFI list after home incident

The Vikings have placed defensive end Everson Griffen on the reserve/non-football illness list two days after he refused to come out of his home and was transported to a mental health facility.

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Real Madrid vs. Sevilla a salve for LaLiga's struggles in the UEFA Champions League

It's not looking good for Spanish football in the Champions League, and there are many reasons for it, but it might be OK in the end.

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What the numbers say about an 11-2 Alabama and its College Football Playoff chances

College football's biggest question might not be what to do with Cincinnati but what to do with an 11-2 Alabama team.

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Howard ready to 'lose my voice' at OSU-Michigan

Michigan men's basketball coach Juwan Howard said he'll be at Saturday's game in Ann Arbor as the No. 5 Wolverines take on the No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes in a matchup with serious College Football Playoff implications.

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'Maybe we were brought here to bring a state together': Kiffin, Leach and the new era of the Egg Bowl

Ole Miss' Lane Kiffin and Mississippi State's Mike Leach have ushered in a new, friendlier tone to the Egg Bowl but the rivalry remains one of the fiercest in college football.

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WR Johnson, LB Ware among HOF semifinalists

The 26 modern-day semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's class of 2022 were announced Wednesday, a group that includes seven first-time eligible forer players.

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Bo Schembechler's statue vandalized at Michigan

A statue honoring legendary football coach Glenn "Bo" Schembechler was vandalized with paint and a message supporting sexual assault victims of a former sports doctor at the University of Michigan.

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Army cadets nab wrong goat in Navy mascot raid

Army cadets attempting to kidnap the U.S. Naval Academy's mascot ahead of the annual Army-Navy football game nabbed the wrong goat during this past weekend's hijinks

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Football lifer Rich Bisaccia's journey to becoming the Raiders' interim coach

Bisaccia's background makes him uniquely prepared to face the unprecedented obstacles of the 2021 Raiders.

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The ultimate guide to the wildest moments ever in Rivalry Week

The best week of the college football season is upon us. From the Egg Bowl to The Game and everything in between, let's enjoy the strange, petty, delightful world of the season's best rivalries.

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Sources: Liberty, Freeze agree to new megadeal

In just his third season with Liberty, coach Hugh Freeze agreed to a new contract with the Flames on Tuesday night that will make him one of the highest-paid non-Power 5 coaches in college football, sources told ESPN.

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Bearcats join UGA, OSU, Bama in CFP's top four

Though it took four installments of the College Football Playoff rankings release to make it into the top four, Cincinnati's Desmond Ritter and the undefeated Bearcats finally jumped into the No. 4 slot, joining mainstays Georgia, Ohio State and Alabama.

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Transfer Talk: Pulisic garnering interest from Liverpool, Barcelona

U.S. star Christian Pulisic is being tracked by Liverpool and Barca as he searches for regular first-team football. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Kentucky DE Josh Paschal promotes dental hygiene in funniest NIL commercial of the year

"Don't be bringing these sugar-coated lies into my house." Kentucky football standout Josh Paschal isn't playing when it comes to dental hygiene in hilarious new commercial for a local pediatric dentist.

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Overreactions: Finally Michigan's year? Cincy deprived again? Stay tuned

Jim Harbaugh's Wolverines end futility against Ohio State, the Bearcats still can't reach the top four, the coaching carousel is at top speed and other college football overreactions.

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The state of Florida football: What's gone wrong and how it can be fixed

Dan Mullen is out and the future is uncertain in Gainesville. But Florida remains a top job for the right coach. Can the Gators get things turned around?

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Cam Newton and Ron Rivera embrace postgame at midfield after Panthers and Washington Football Team square off

After the Washington Football team and Carolina Panthers squared off, former coach-player duo Cam Newton and Ron Rivera embraced at midfield. The duo was together in Carolina for nine seasons.

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‘We kept the energy goin’ – Taylor Heinicke on the Washington Football Team’s two-game win streak

Taylor Heinicke spoke postgame to Laura Okmin about the Washington Football Team riding a two-game win streak in their win today over the Carolina Panthers.

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Best bets for Monday Night Football: Giants at Buccaneers

Week 11 action wraps up with a battle in Tampa Bay between the Giants and Buccaneers. Here are our experts' picks, including player props.

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Taylor Heinicke throws three touchdowns in Washington Football Team’s 27-21 victory

Taylor Heinicke threw for 206 yards and three touchdowns in the Washington Football Team's 27-21 victory.

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AP poll: Ohio State surges three spots to No. 2

Ohio State surges three spots, past No. 3 Alabama and No. 4 Cincinnati, to the No. 2 spot in the latest AP college football poll.

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Mullen out as Florida's coach; Knox interim

Dan Mullen is out as Florida's football coach, sources told ESPN on Sunday.

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Fantasy football rankings: NFL Week 11

Weekly individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and non-PPR formats.

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NFL Week 11 fantasy football inactives watch: Who's in and who's out?

AJ Mass provides updated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements leading up to kickoff.

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Show Me Saturday: The week college football finally started to come into focus

In a season of chaos, Saturday was something altogether different. Saturday was sanity.

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College Football Playoff picks after Week 12

Find out who makes the College Football Playoff picks this week.

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The best trolls in college football for Week 12

After an exciting week across the college gridiron, the trolls were active on social media.

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AB still not ready to return to Buccaneers for MNF

Bucs receiver Antonio Brown, who has not played since suffering an ankle injury in Week 6 and was accused this week of obtaining a fake COVID-19 vaccination card will not play against the Giants on Monday Night Football.

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College football betting nuggets: Cincinnati's worrying trend

Notes and trends heading into the biggest games of the weekend.

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Kiffin touts watching No. 1 QB via new NCAA rule

As the NCAA attempts to modernize its recruiting rules, including allowing coaches to mention high school teams publicly, Ole Miss' Lane Kiffin tweeted that he will attend an Isidore Newman football game to watch top quarterback prospect Arch Manning.

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Best uniforms: Alternate looks, vintage gear, new combos

Entering Week 12 of the college football season, schools continue to show off their sensational uniform combinations for this weekend's slate of games.

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Patriots’ defense tallies FOUR sacks and interceptions in dominating victory

The New England Patriots cruised to an easy victory on Thursday Night Football, with help from the defense tallying four sacks and interceptions.

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Patriots’ defense tallies FOUR sacks and interceptions in dominating victory

The New England Patriots cruised to an easy victory on Thursday Night Football, with help from the defense tallying four sacks and interceptions.

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2001 Canes worthy of college football's GOAT status

Former Miami beat writer Andrea Adelson looks back and makes the team's case for being the best of all time.

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Can Tom Brady and the Buccaneers take down the Giants? I Cheat Sheet for Week 11

Peter Schrager questions whether the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be in trouble when facing the New York Giants on Monday after falling to the Washington Football Team and New Orleans Saints during weeks seven and eight.

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Texas AD backs Sarkisian: 'Not a time to splinter'

Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte urged Texas fans on Tuesday not to "splinter or pull apart" but rather support first-year football coach Steve Sarkisian and the players during the program's worst losing streak in 65 years.

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Scenarios that can reshape the College Football Playoff

The top seven remain unchanged in this week's College Football Playoff rankings, but chaos ahead could open the door for Cincinnati, Notre Dame or others.

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UGA, Bama, Oregon, OSU hold atop CFP rankings

The top seven teams remained unchanged in the third edition of the College Football Playoff selection committee's rankings.

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Illini's Bielema tests positive, out against Iowa

Illinois football coach Bret Bielema announced Tuesday that he has tested positive for COVID-19 and will not coach vs. Iowa on Saturday.

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Fuente out as Virginia Tech coach after 6 seasons

Justin Fuente, who had a 43-31 record in six seasons at Virginia Tech, is out as the Hokies' football coach. J.C. Price will take over on an interim basis.

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What's going on with Texas and Florida? A Bottom 10 investigation

With each passing week, Texas and Florida keep looking worse and worse. Our expert in bad college football tries to get to the bottom of it all.

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WFT's Rivera confirms Young (leg) out for season

Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera confirmed Chase Young will miss the rest of the season with a leg injury but did not say whether the star defensive end tore his ACL.

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Who will make the College Football Playoff?

Play out the season and see what chances title contenders have to make the top four at the end of the year.

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Texas needs answers, the better OSU and more college football takeaways

Our reporters break down Week 11 in college football, from Oklahoma State's CFP résumé to Texas' stunning loss.

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'It's something to build on' — Taylor Heinicke on win vs. Buccaneers

Taylor Heinicke caught up with Shannon Spake after the Washington Football Team pulled off the upset win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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Washington coach Lake fired after 13 games

Washington has fired football coach Jimmy Lake in his second season, the school announced Sunday.

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Antonio Gibson's rushing touchdown caps off a 19-play, 80-yard scoring drive to give Washington a 29-19 victory over Buccaneers

Antonio Gibson punched in a rushing touchdown from one yard away to put the Washington Football Team ahead of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for good, 29-19.

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Tom Brady throws two interceptions in the first quarter of Buccaneers’ 29-19 loss to Washington

Tom Brady was intercepted twice in the first quarter in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 29-19 defeat by the Washington Football Team.

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‘If it’s an ACL, expect Chase Young to be out 7-9 months’ — Dr. Matt Provencher on Young’s knee injury in Week 10

Dr. Matt Provencher shares his prognosis for Chase Young's right knee injury in the Washington Football Team's Week 10 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. "If it’s an ACL, expect Chase to be out 7-9 months, but will be back in time for training camp next year. When he’s back for next season, I don’t see much of a decrease in his productivity."

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Alabama jumps Cincy in AP poll; OU falls to 12th

Alabama jumped Cincinnati to No. 2 behind Georgia in The Associated Press college football poll on Sunday and Oklahoma dropped eight spots to No. 12 after losing for the first time this season.

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Fantasy football rankings: NFL Week 10

Weekly individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and non-PPR formats.

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OBJ: Rams decision 'felt right' in heart and soul

Odell Beckham Jr. said of his decision to join the Rams: "I'm at a point in my life where I'm ready to play football, I've dedicated, I've sacrificed a lot to be here. It just happened that this felt right in my heart and in my soul."

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Irked Riley: Baylor timeout for FG breaks 'code'

The No. 8 Oklahoma Sooners saw their 17-game win streak and possibly their College Football Playoff hopes end in a 27-14 loss at Baylor on Saturday.

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Ravens' Jackson has jersey retired by Louisville

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was all smiles in Louisville on Saturday as the Cardinals football program retired his No. 8 jersey.

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Bucs' Brown, Gronkowski ruled out vs. WFT

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will be without tight end Rob Gronkowski and wide receiver Antonio Brown this week when they face the Washington Football Team, while Chris Godwin is a 'game-time' decision.

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College football betting nuggets: Baylor's home field advantage

Betting notes and trends heading into the biggest games of the weekend.

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Adelson: How UConn football became the biggest loser in realignment

In the 10 years since playing Oklahoma in the 2011 Fiesta Bowl, UConn has become the poster child for conference realignment's losers. Can the Huskies find their way back to college football relevancy?

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Miami Dolphins’ QB Tua Tagovailoa impresses in dominant TNF victory

Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa came in for the injured Jacoby Brissett and led Miami to a dominant victory on Thursday Night Football.

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Baylor's Oklahoma test, Purdue's upset chances at Ohio State and more to watch in Week 11's biggest games

Can Baylor pass the Oklahoma test? Will Purdue upset its third team in the top four at Ohio State? All that and more in college football's loaded Week 11.

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How a computer science major made punting cool and turned into a viral sensation

Matt Araiza has become a college football cult hero thanks to his booming 60-, 70- and 80-yard punts. The secret to his success? Part math, part soccer and part golf.

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Buckeyes slide into CFP's top four after MSU loss

After a ho-hum victory over Nebraska on the road last week, coach Ryan Day and Ohio State find themselves in the College Football Playoff's fourth spot this week, behind the mainstays from Week 1, Georgia, Alabama and Oregon.

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USC-Cal game postponed because of COVID-19

The USC-Cal football game scheduled for Saturday has been postponed due to multiple cases of COVID-19 among the Golden Bears.

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UW's Lake suspended 1 game for sideline incident

Washington football coach Jimmy Lake has been suspended without pay for one game after a sideline incident that involved Lake appearing to strike linebacker Ruperake Fuavai's helmet during the team's 26-16 loss to Oregon on Saturday.

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Who will make the College Football Playoff?

Play out the season with our interactive predictor to see who makes the CFP.

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AP poll: Cincy barely holds off Bama for No. 2

Cincinnati held on to the No. 2 ranking by just four points over No. 3 Alabama in The Associated Press college football poll Sunday.

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What's next for each team in the AP Top 25?

With the release of the latest AP college football poll, here's what is up next for each team in the new rankings.

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College Football Playoff picks after Week 10

Find out who makes the College Football Playoff picks this week.

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Ole Miss offers apology after tweets mock Freeze

Ole Miss officials apologized Saturday, after since-deleted tweets from Ole Miss' official football Twitter account mocked former coach Hugh Freeze following the Rebels' 27-14 victory over the Flames.

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Governor: Vax mandate not aimed at Rolovich

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is disputing Nick Rolovich's statements that the Democrat targeted the former Washington State football coach with his statewide COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all public employees.

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NFL misses deadline to Congress in WFT probe

The NFL did not provide documents by a deadline set by members of Congress relating to its investigation of the Washington Football Team, according to a statement issued by the House Oversight and Reform Committee Friday and confirmed by the league.

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FBS schools spent over $533.6 M in dead money

FBS schools paid football and men's and women's basketball coaches more than $533.6 million not to coach from 2010 to January 2011.

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CFP expansion discussions tabled until Dec. 1

The College Football Playoff management committee tabled expansion talks until Dec. 1 on Thursday and need to reach a consensus by the end of the year if a new postseason format is to be implemented for the 2024 season.

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Peyton Manning recalls the first game of his career that John Madden commentated in ‘All-Madden’

Peyton Manning recalls the first game of his career that Pat Summerall and John Madden commentated in 1999 vs the Cowboys, and what it meant to him and his grandfather. He remembers the praise that Madden gave to him on the broadcast. Troy Aikman then describes the impact that Madden had on the game of football.

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Vols won't impose bowl ban, await NCAA ruling

Tennessee has concluded its year-long internal investigation into rules violations within the football programand will not self-impose a bowl ban, the university announced Thursday.

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Sam Howell at No. 9 Wake Forest, GameDay at No. 6 Cincy and more to watch in Week 10's biggest games

Sam Howell wants the Heisman. Cincinnati wants a spot in the playoff. Are either on track for the goal? All that and more in a crowded Week 10 for college football.

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Gophers, Fleck agree to extension through '28

Football coach P.J. Fleck, who ranks sixth in school history with 32 wins in less than five seasons, has reached an extension with Minnesota through the 2028 season.

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UGA, Bama, MSU, Oregon atop 1st CFP; Cincy 6th

Coach Kirby Smart and the Georgia Bulldogs, fresh off their win over the Florida Gators on Saturday, are No. 1 in the first release of the College Football Playoff rankings, announced on ESPN Tuesday night, followed by Alabama, Michigan State and Oregon.

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Fantasy football rankings: NFL Week 9

Weekly individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and non-PPR formats.

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Takeaways: Where does Michigan go, Miami's QB of the future and more

Our reporters break down Week 9 in college football, from Michigan-Michigan State to ACC quarterbacks showing out.

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Can Tyrann Mathieu's passion drag the Chiefs to the playoffs?

The Chiefs are 3-4 and at a crossroads entering Monday Night Football against the Giants.

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'We needed to make a statement' - Justin Simmons on Broncos' 17-10 bounce-back victory over Washington

Justin Simmons talked with Shannon Spake about the Denver Broncos' stellar defensive performance in their 17-10 victory over the Washington Football Team.

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How will Atlanta Falcons move on offensively in Calvin Ridley's absence?

With Ridley stepping away from football for the foreseeable future, the Falcons will have their work cut out on offense.

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Broncos block two field goals in 17-10 victory over Redskins

The Denver Broncos blocked two field goals in their 17-10 victory over the Washington Football Team, giving Denver three blocked FGs in the past two weeks.

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AP poll: Spartans No. 5; Wake 1st time in top 10

Michigan State moved up to No. 5 in The Associated Press college football poll Sunday after defeating Michigan, and Wake Forest became a top-10 team for the first time in school history.

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Lane Johnson sits down with Jay Glazer for discussion on mental health

Philadelphia Eagles OT Lane Johnson recently stepped away from football to focus on mental health. Lane recently sat down with Jay Glazer to discuss his decision and the importance of mental health.

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Aaron Rodgers thinks Packers can be even better after 6-1 start

FOX's Pam Oliver spoke with Aaron Rodgers following the Green Bay Packers' Week 7 win over the Washington Football Team. Hear Aaron detail the win and

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Fantasy football rankings: NFL Week 8

Weekly individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and non-PPR formats.

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College Football Playoff picks after Week 9

Find out who makes the College Football Playoff picks this week.

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Biggest fantasy football questions: NFL reporters give advice

Is Jerry Jeudy ready to go? How will passing-game targets shake out in Tampa and Minnesota? Our reporters fill you in.

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Haunted Heismans to graveside gridirons: Inside college football's most vexing curses

In honor of Halloween, we tell some tales from the dark side of confounded teams and players throughout the years. Enter if you dare ...

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NFL ups Rooney Rule to two minority interviews

The NFL's Rooney Rule has been expanded to require teams to interview at least two external minority candidates for general manager/executive of football operations positions and all coordinator roles.

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Bowl group carps on campus sites for bigger CFP

Executives who oversee the 43 postseason bowl games want any College Football Playoff matchups in an expanded model to stay at bowl sites rather than be held on campuses.

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Euell: Football still discriminates against Black managers, but it won't stop me from trying

Jason Euell enjoyed a 17-year career in England's top leagues, but has found the coaching path every bit as hard as what he endured on the pitch.

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Former WFT employees want 'findings released'

The attorneys for some former Washington Football Team employees rejected NFL commissioner Roger Goodell's reasoning for not making the investigation into the organization public, saying in a letter that their clients "wanted the findings released."

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Bottom 10: Penn State, Illinois provide more bad football than we knew was possible

With Penn State and Illinois flailing for nine overtimes, our week's weakest falls lower than we could have expected.

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WFT report will not be released, Goodell says

The NFL commissioner said Tuesday that "protecting those who came forward" would keep the league from releasing its investigation into the workplace culture of the Washington Football Team, despite continued calls for the league to do so.

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Ex-WFT employees ask NFL to make report public

Two former Washington Football Team employees arrived at the Manhattan hotel where the NFL was holding its owner meetings Tuesday and delivered a letter urging the NFL to make the findings of the report into Washington's workplace misconduct public.

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Sources: Texas Tech fires Wells after 13-17 mark

Football coach Matt Wells has been fired at Texas Tech, sources confirmed to ESPN.

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Conference realignment tracker: Remaining questions, next steps after latest shake-up

With conferences continuing to play musical chairs, we reset the college football landscape and look at what other moves could follow.

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Aaron Rodgers thinks Packers can be even better after 6-1 start

FOX's Pam Oliver spoke with Aaron Rodgers following the Green Bay Packers' Week 7 win over the Washington Football Team. Hear Aaron detail the win and

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Alabama jumps Oklahoma to No. 3 in AP Top 25

Alabama moved past Oklahoma to No. 3 in The Associated Press college football poll on Sunday, behind top-ranked Georgia and No. 2 Cincinnati.

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Sources: WFT's Gibson played with shin fracture

Washington Football Team running back Antonio Gibson spent the early part of this season playing with a hairline fracture in his shin, league sources told ESPN.

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College football Power Rankings after Week 8

With another week in college football behind us, it's time to look at this week's Power Rankings.

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College Football Playoff picks after Week 8

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How The Griddy swept over the NFL, and beyond: Justin Jefferson's TD dance, step by step

Jefferson introduced the dance to the football world during his star-making career at LSU, and he's carried it over to the big stage, and he's not alone.

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Biggest fantasy football questions: NFL reporters give advice

Is Jaylen Waddle going to produce more consistently? What can fantasy managers expect from Robert Woods? Our reporters fill you in.

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Canes AD on Diaz: Everyone 'being evaluated'

Miami Hurricanes athletic director Blake James says football coach Manny Diaz is being evaluated the same as every other coach in the program after a disappointing 2-4 start.

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Gundy has 'perpetual 5-year contract' restored

Oklahoma State and Mike Gundy have agreed to a new deal that will restore the football coach to a "perpetual five-year contract" with the Cowboys after the rollover had been decreased to four years in 2020.

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Breaking down the most likely College Football Playoff combinations

Which four-team combination is the most likely to play out in this season's College Football Playoff?

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Arch Madness: How to handle the hype of being a Manning and the nation's top QB recruit

Arch Manning is the most sought-after quarterback recruit in the country and a descendant from football royalty. How do he and his family keep it all in perspective?

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Congress seeking info from WFT investigation

A Congressional committee is seeking documents and information from the NFL regarding the investigation into the Washington Football Team's workplace culture.

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They said 'I do,' then the second half of Colts-Ravens kicked off

Nothing stands in the way of true love, not even a football rivalry. The bride is a Colts fan, and the groom is a Lamar Jackson-loving Ravens fan. What better than to share their blessed moment in front of Ravens cheerleaders and fans in the stands?

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Source: WSU coach Rolovich out after vax refusal

Nick Rolovich is out as the Washington State football coach after refusing to become vaccinated for COVID-19, a requirement for all state employees, a source told ESPN, confirming a report by the Oregonian.

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Meyer: Jags' emotional locker room like title wins

Urban Meyer said the intensity in the emotional Jaguars' locker room after Jacksonville snapped its 20-game losing streak was comparable to what he has experienced after winning a national title in college football.

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Who will make the College Football Playoff?

With help from the Allstate Playoff Predictor, you can pick a title contender and play out its season.

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Frightfest or spooktacular? Napoli unveil Halloween kit covered in cobwebs

Napoli claim that the jersey debuted vs. Torino on Sunday marks "the first time a football team has worn an official alternative kit for Halloween."

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Oklahoma's QB situation, Cincinnati's playoff position and more college football takeaways

Our reporters put Week 7 of the college football season into perspective, from Oklahoma's quarterback situation to the crowded Big Ten race.

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QB Newton says he got vaccinated, wants to play

Free-agent QB Cam Newton said he has been vaccinated against COVID-19 and wants to keep playing football.

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Cincinnati No. 2 in AP poll; Purdue ends drought

Cincinnati moved up to No. 2 in The Associated Press college football poll Sunday, the first time a team from outside the traditional power conferences has been ranked that high since 2010.

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Week 6 fantasy football rankings

Weekly individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and non-PPR formats.

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In a week that rained golf balls and upsets, only Georgia appears immune to 2021 chaos

In the aftermath of yet another wild week in college football, there's an obvious question: Who could possibly stop Georgia now?

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College Football Playoff picks after Week 7

Find out who makes the College Football Playoff picks this week.

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Bijan Robinson creates Heisman buzz with sensational performance against Oklahoma State

Bijan Robinson has been among college football's best players this season, and now he is getting some Heisman consideration after his game against Oklahoma State.

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Baker retires as president of Pro Football HOF

David Baker, president and executive director of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, announced his retirement on Saturday.

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Jackson to join Unitas as Louisville to retire No. 8

Former Heisman Trophy winner Lamar Jackson will join Johnny Unitas as the only football players in school history to have their numbers retired when Louisville celebrates his No. 8 on Nov. 13.

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Inside the incredible numbers that define success for Ravens QB Lamar Jackson

Jackson's historic effort in the Ravens' come-from-behind win over the Colts on Monday still has the football world buzzing.

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Report: NFL finds no one else implicated in emails

The NFL has found no other current team or league personnel to have sent emails similar to those written by Jon Gruden in their investigation into the Washington Football Team, according to a report from The Associated Press.

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Sean Taylor’s jersey retired by Washington Football Team — Clinton Portis explains the impact Taylor had on him I Club Shay Shay

Sean Taylor became the third player in Washington Football Team franchise history to have their jersey number retired. Clinton Portis explains why his former teammates' death played a big role in his retirement from football.

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What a 12-team College Football Playoff would look like midway through the 2021 season

How many Big Ten teams get into the playoff in a 12-team field? What does an expanded field mean for Georgia's championship chances? And what about the Group of 5? Our analytics team takes a look.

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Reports: Emails show NFL's Pash, Allen close

NFL general counsel Jeff Pash and former Washington Football Team executive Bruce Allen had a close relationship, according to emails collected during the NFL's workplace misconduct investigation of the Washington franchise.

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From "Certified Loser Boy" to "Loss Angeles" and beyond -- trolling in college football is an entertaining art form

Fresno State doesn't call what it does trolling, it calls it having sass. Regardless of the varying semantics, it has become quite an entertaining art form throughout the college football season.

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WFT to retire Taylor's 21 in rare honor for team

The Washington Football Team will retire late safety Sean Taylor's No. 21 jersey Sunday, making him only the third player in franchise history to receive such an honor.

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How Mark Stoops brought winning -- and fun -- back to Kentucky football

The "other" Stoops brother has Kentucky at 6-0 for the first time since 1950. Next up: No. 1 Georgia.

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After college football's chaotic first half, what to watch in Week 7's biggest games

What to make of college football's unpredictable first six weeks, getting to know Oklahoma's Caleb Williams and more ahead of Week 7.

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College football's 2021 midseason All-America team

Which players are standing out as the college football season hits the midpoint?

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NFLPA to petition NFL to release all WFT emails

The NFLPA plans to request that the NFL release the remainder of the 650,000 emails from its investigation into the workplace culture of the Washington Football Team.

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The incredible story of college football's first -- and only -- eighth-year senior

It reads like a misprint, but East Tennessee State linebacker Jared Folks really is in his eighth year of college football, thanks to medical hardship waivers and an extra season following the COVID-19 pandemic.

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College football midseason takeaways: Surprises, disappointments, Heisman picks and more

We're at the halfway point of the regular season. Here are our reporters' breakdowns on Heisman candidates, surprises, disappointments and what's in store for rest of season.

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Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen face off in AFC title game rematch

An eventful day of Week 5 action caps off with Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills taking on Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in a rematch of the AFC title game. We've got you covered with live updates of all the "Sunday Night Football" action.

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Georgia new No. 1 in AP poll; Bama falls to 5th

Georgia became the new No. 1 in The Associated Press college football poll Sunday by a unanimous vote, while Alabama fell from the top spot to No. 5.

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AB becomes fastest player to 900 receptions

With a first-quarter catch against the Dolphins on Sunday, the Buccaneers' Antonio Brown overtook Pro Football Hall of Famer Marvin Harrison to become the fastest NFL player to reach 900 catches.

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Week 5 fantasy football rankings

Weekly individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and non-PPR formats.

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The 12 hours of chaos that turned college football upside down

Beyond Alabama's loss, Week 6 gave us Oklahoma's remarkable comeback against Texas, Iowa's defense punishing an overwhelmed Penn State, Michigan and Notre Dame surviving on late field goals, and a showdown between the two worst teams in the country.

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College Football Playoff picks after Week 6

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Devin Hester’s football career was almost sabotaged after a college coach alleged he cheated on SATs I Club Shay Shay

'Felt like I was getting sentenced to 15-20 years in prison.' Devin Hester tells Shannon Sharpe oon Club Shay Shay about a college coach almost ending his football career before it began

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📷 Impressive selections: Throwback threads, monochromatic fits and dark mode

Week 6 of the college football season comes with some impressive uniform selctions by these teams

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Source: WFT trainer faces prescription drug probe

The DEA's investigation into Washington Football Team trainer Ryan Vermillion centers on the distribution of prescription drugs, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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A giant beer can on its side: Why the Kibbie Dome is college football's weirdest stadium

On its 50th anniversary, it's time to celebrate all of the weirdness that makes Idaho's Kibbie Dome one of a kind.

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NFLPA seeking info on DEA raid of WFT trainer

The NFLPA, citing health and safety concerns, wants information on the DEA raid of Washington Football Team trainer Ryan Vermillion, who has since been placed on administrative leave.

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Spain's setbacks demonstrate why La Roja need a reset

Spain have been football's dominant force for the past 13 years, but with their superiority on the wane, they need to return to their roots.

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Why the Big Ten could crash the 'inevitable' SEC national title party

Is it a foregone conclusion that Alabama and Georgia will meet for the national title? Before you completely give up on your team (Cincinnati or any Big Ten fans out there?), here is our latest dose of college football reality.

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WFT trainer on leave for criminal investigation

The Washington Football Team has placed head athletic trainer Ryan Vermillion on administrative leave for an ongoing criminal investigation unrelated to the club.

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‘They're the ones that really push me’ Heinicke on winning in front of his family

Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke talked to Laura Okmin about how special it was for his family to be in attendance as he led Washington to beat the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.

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Washington's J.D. McKissic's diving touchdown capped the game-winning drive vs. Falcons

The Washington Football team defeated the Atlanta Falcons, 34-30. Taylor Heineke lead his team on a 76-yard game-winning drive, capped off by a 30-yard touchdown to J.D. McKissic.

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Clemson out of AP Top 25 for first time since '14

Iowa is up to No. 3 and Cincinnati has its highest ranking in 12 years, but amid a topsy-turvy college football season, mainstay Clemson is on the outside looking in at the AP Top 25 for the first time since 2014.

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Man arrested in shooting death of Utah's Lowe

A 22-year-old man has been charged with aggravated murder in connection with the shooting death of Utah football player Aaron Lowe, according to Salt Lake City police.

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Week 4 fantasy football rankings

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'Either you're elite or you're not': Alabama and Georgia are separating from the pack

For all the September buzz about chaos and parity in 2021, college football emerged from Week 5 with what appears like a clear line of demarcation.

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College Football Playoff picks after Week 5

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Week 5 had many college football trolls, but which one was the best out of the bunch?

Week 5 had many college football trolls, but which one was the best out of the bunch?

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Week 4's biggest fantasy football questions: 32 NFL reporters give advice

Will Chris Carson be involved in the passing game? Who is WR2 for the Cardinals? Our reporters fill you in before Sunday's games.

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Wisconsin to name football field after Alvarez

Wisconsin is naming the playing field at Camp Randall Stadium after former Hall of Fame football coach Barry Alvarez.

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Quite the surprise: The Washington Football Team honors coach Ron Rivera after post-cancer biopsy

After his one-year biopsy came back negative, Washington Football Team coach Ron Rivera was given a monumental gift by his team.

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Can Desmond Ridder lead Cincinnati to the College Football Playoff?

Is this Group of 5 squad reaching for something that is too far beyond its grasp?

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Sam Pittman, a football family and the history behind the SEC's most unlikely contender

Sam Pittman had to wait decades before getting his big break to lead a college football program. Now, in only two seasons at the Arkansas helm, it has so far been a match made in Hog heaven.

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The best college football uniforms in Week 5 -- Throwbacks, blackouts, and some serious helmet heat

Along with the exciting Week 5 action, college football teams are making fashion statements with their uniform combinations.

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Jaguars receiver DJ Chark carted off on first drive

Burrow, who was recruited to Ohio State by Urban Meyer, had a quick meeting with his former coach prior to Thursday night football.

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Inter Milan posts Italian record loss of $284.6M

Serie A champions Inter Milan have posted an Italian football record of €245.6 million ($284.6m) losses for the 2020-21 financial year.

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Nick Saban, Lane Kiffin and the year that changed Alabama football forever

When Nick Saban wanted to modernize Alabama's offense, he turned in a surprising direction. But his partnership with Lane Kiffin planted the seeds for the record-breaking Alabama offense we see today.

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Fantasy football rankings: NFL Week 4

Weekly individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and non-PPR formats.

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The hope and heartbreak of Keith McCants

Up until Sept. 2, the day he died, former Alabama football great Keith McCants carried the same message to anybody who'd listen: Learn from me, but don't be me.

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What NFL first-round picks did with their first-TD footballs: Mac Jones' went to the Patriots' Hall of Fame, Najee Harris' to his locker

The ball from Mac Jones' first TD pass already is in the Patriots' Hall of Fame. What about the footballs used by Trevor Lawrence, Trey Lance, Justin Fields and more?

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Arsenal and Barcelona ranked among Europe's youngest teams

A CIES Football Observatory report looks at the youngest teams, and it's good news for Arsenal and Barca fans.

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Football and friendship: How Dillan Gibbons made a family's dream for their son come true

A friendship was forged years ago when Dillan Gibbons made a point to stop and simply say hello to a boy waited for an autograph after a Notre Dame game. Years later, Gibbons raised awareness to one family's struggles and made Timothy Donovan's day.

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Bad News: Aaron Rodgers Isn’t Retiring | People’s Sports Podcast

Mark Titus breaks the news to Charlotte Wilder that not only is Aaron Rodgers not retiring, but he seems to be enjoying playing football!

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Canes' Diaz defends administration after criticism

Miami coach Manny Diaz defended his program and the school administration Monday, after pointed criticism that there was not a strong enough commitment to football from the university.

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Ellen Fokkema's historic game for a Dutch men's team: "I hope I won't be the last"

Ellen Fokkema made Dutch football history when she became the first woman to play for a senior men's team in a league match. ESPN was there.

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Texas A&M's troubles, a wide-open playoff race and more Week 4 takeaways

The College Football Playoff field hasn't expanded yet, and the race is already more interesting.

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'We got into a good rhythm' — Josh Allen on Bills' passing attack vs. Washington

Josh Allen speaks with Jen Hale after a dominant, five-touchdown performance for the Buffalo Bills against the Washington Football Team.

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Josh Allen racks up five total touchdowns in Bills’ 43-21 rout of Washington

Josh Allen threw for four touchdowns and rushed for one more as the Buffalo Bills defeated the Washington Football Team, 43-21.

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Clemson falls to No. 25, ends top-10 poll streak

Clemson tumbled 16 spots to No. 25 in The Associated Press college football poll on Sunday, snapping its streak of 97 straight weeks in the top 10.

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Utah football player Lowe killed in SLC shooting

University of Utah football player Aaron Lowe was killed in a shooting incident early Sunday in Salt Lake City.

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SMU's Dykes apologizes to TCU over flag scuffle

SMU football coach Sonny Dykes apologized for any attempt by his players to plant a flag at midfield following the Mustangs' 42-34 victory over TCU at the home of the Horned Frogs.

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Week 3 fantasy football inactives watch

AJ Mass provides updated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements.

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Clemson stunned by NC State: 'Got to own it'

Clemson finds itself outside the College Football Playoff race for the first time in six years after a stunning double-OT loss to NC State.

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Which college football troll reigns supreme in Week 4?

These teams didn't miss a chance to troll their opponents on social media.

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No punts, angry DMs and the burning passion for football behind Presbyterian's Kevin Kelley

Kevin Kelley's time as a high school coach was mired in both controversy and success. Now, for better or worse, he brings his analytics-first system to college football.

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'Sorry Heineken,' Washington Football Team QB Taylor Heinicke goes full BudLighticke

That's Taylor BudLighticke to you. All's well that ends well as Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke's hustle for a beer endorsement takes a surprise turn.

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Clinton Portis speaks on leaving the Broncos for Washington I Club Shay Shay

Clinton Portis joined Club Shay Shay and told Shannon Sharpe how he was traded from the Denver Broncos to Washington Football Team. He discusses false report from an interview that he wanted out. 'Everybody is looking around and I’m looking around too! I didn’t ask to be out.'

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Is this Tom Brady’s first football game in LA? Is Cooper Kupp the best WR in the league? | Peter Schrager’s Cheat Sheet

Peter Schrager is sharing his cheat sheet and what team and players fans should watch out for in Week 3.

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CFP board delays vote on 12-team proposal

The College Football Playoff board of managers, which has the authority to change the playoff, will not vote next week on a proposed 12-team format.

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Gronk clears the air on his film-watching habits

Buccaneers TE Rob Gronkowski cleared the air on watching film Wednesday, saying he watches "tons" of it after jokingly saying he didn't watch any on Petyon and Eli Manning's ESPN Monday Night Football MegaCast.

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Hot seats and angry fans: Why there's 'real work' to be done at FSU and Miami

It's a sad state of affairs for Florida State and Miami, two of college football's most iconic programs.

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Who will make the College Football Playoff?

With help from the Allstate Playoff Predictor, you can pick a top title contender, play out its season and see what chances it has to make the top four at the end of the year.

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Shannon Sharpe: Clinton Portis left a Hall of Fame career on the table I Club Shay Shay

Clinton Portis joined Club Shay Shay with Shannon Sharpe and discussed leaving the NFL early at the age of 30. He talks about Sean Taylor's death and the Washington Football Team moving his locker to create space for the next guy as a big reason why he lost love for the game. 'At that time, I was too sensitive. It happened too early.'

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All lost for Clemson, Notre Dame and the Pac-12? Here's your latest dose of reality after Week 3

It is time to panic in Clemson! Oregon is the only playoff hope (again) for the Pac-12! The Spartans will rule all of Michigan by the time the season ends! Well, we might squash some college football dreams after your latest overreactions.

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Hungry Like the Wolf? Wolves first UK club to launch record label

Wolverhampton has become the first football club in the UK to launch their own in-house record label.

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Ravens get on the board with funky TD against Chiefs

Sunday Night Football got off to a wacky start with a pick-six for the Chiefs and a fumble recovered in the air for a Ravens score.

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Payton: Saints' woeful offense 'starts with me'

Quarterback Jameis Winston and the Saints struggled to move the football all day in a surprising loss to the Panthers, but New Orleans coach Sean Payton took ownership of the effort, saying it "starts with me."

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Clemson, Ohio State slip in AP poll despite wins

Clemson and Ohio State slipped to the back of the top 10 in The Associated Press college football poll Sunday despite wins Saturday, and Penn State jumped four spots to No. 6.

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College Football Power Rankings after Week 3

Does Saturday's nail-biter knock Alabama out of the top spot? We rank the 25 best teams.

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College Football Playoff picks after Week 3

Does Alabama's close call mean a drop in the Power Rankings? How many votes does Penn State's big win land them? And Georgia and Oregon roll in Week 3's Power Rankings.

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What is the best college football town in America?

Which college town has the best food? Or pregame tailgate? Vote @ESPNCFB on Twitter and Instagram.

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Week 2's biggest fantasy football questions: 32 NFL reporters give advice

Is Nelson Agholor the Patriots' No. 1 wideout? What's the deal with Brandon Aiyuk in San Francisco? Our reporters fill you in before Sunday's games.

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Ex-Cane pleads not guilty in teammate's murder

Former Miami Hurricanes football player Rashaun Jones pleaded not guilty on Friday to charges of killing teammate Bryan Pata outside a South Florida apartment complex in 2006.

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Can Cincinnati make a real College Football Playoff run?

The undefeated Bearcats were snubbed last year. Could 2021 be different? And what if they were in the Big 12?

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Sources: Giants to start Price at center vs. WFT

Giants QB Daniel Jones will be working with a new center Thursday night against the Washington Football Team with the plan being for recently-acquired Billy Price to get the start while Nick Gates slides over to left guard, according to multiple sources.

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Auburn's first Big Ten road game in 90 years and everything else to watch in Week 3

Dave Wilson and Harry Lyles Jr. preview the most interesting storylines of the week in college football, from Auburn-Penn State to Alabama-Florida.

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As Washington Football Team's QB quest enters Year 29, ESPN Analytics ranks its past 30 starters

Washington has been chasing a long-term QB since 1993, a search that includes some bad luck and first-round flameouts. John Keim breaks it down.

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Polarizing Alexander-Arnold gives Liverpool more good than bad

Apart from Messi and Ronaldo, no one in football divides opinion like Trent Alexander-Arnold, and his performance vs. Milan showcased exactly why.

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Giants' Barkley listed as questionable vs. WFT

The New York Giants have officially listed running back Saquon Barkley as questionable for Thursday night's game against the Washington Football Team. If he plays, this will be Barkley's second game in five days as he comes back from a torn ACL.

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Behind-the-scenes stories of Oklahoma, Nebraska and college football's greatest game

It's considered the best game in college football history, but the stories you've never heard -- trash talk, poison paranoia and much more -- are even better.

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Five things we learned from Peyton & Eli's Monday Night Football telecast

The Manning Bros. arrived to the MNF scene like the true legends they are. Here are some of the highlights.

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'College football at its best': How Jacksonville State soaked in its stunning upset of FSU

After shocking the Seminoles on the game's wild final play, the FCS Gamecocks paused to grasp what they had just accomplished.

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Sources: WFT rules Fitzpatrick out for Thursday

Taylor Heinicke will start at QB for the Washington Football Team on Thursday night vs the Giants, sources told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. No official determination on IR for Ryan Fitzpatrick (hip), but he'll be declared out for the game.

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Sources: Jackson focused on football over deal

Lamar Jackson and the Ravens both expect to complete a long-term extension at some point. But Jackson does not have an agent, and sources told ESPN that the star QB has been focusing on preparing for the season instead of negotiating a deal for himself.

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Von Miller on his two-sack performance in return: It was 'business as usual'

FOX's Shannon Spake caught up with Von Miller following the Denver Broncos' 27-13 over the New York Giants. Hear Von detail the win and how it felt to be back on the football field.

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Ryan Fitzpatrick could miss ‘several weeks’ with potential hip injury – Dr. Matt

Injury expert and former head team doctor for the Patriots, Dr. Matt Provencher, provides insight on Washington Football Team quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick's hip injury and when we can expect the QB back on the field.

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Michael Strahan chronicles the resilience of FDNY’s greatest football team

Former members of the FDNY football team tell the story of how they stayed strong after the tragedy of 9/11 and paid tribute to their late friends.

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Fantasy football rankings: NFL Week 1

Weekly individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and non-PPR formats.

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FSU coach: Loss to Jacksonvile St. 'unacceptable'

Florida State coach Mike Norvell said his team's stunning loss to Jacksonville State marked "a challenging time for our university and our football team."

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Big upsets and more than a few close calls: Week 2 nearly brings complete chaos

Week 2 had all the hallmarks of a great day of college football, and yet, like a Tennessee coaching search, it's sort of amazing it didn't end with even more chaos.

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College Football Playoff picks after Week 2

Where does Oregon land after defeating Ohio State in Columbus? What about Iowa following a big win over rival Iowa State? All that and more in this week's playoff picks.

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How 9/11 continues to resonate throughout college football 20 years later

From the first game played after 9/11 to an 1,800-mile walk, coaches and former players recall how 9/11 influenced them 20 years ago and now.

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Week 1's biggest fantasy football questions: 32 NFL reporters give advice

Will Julio Jones have a big role this weekend? Who will carry the ball for the Ravens? Our reporters fill you in before Sunday's games.

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2021 Fantasy football draft kit: Rankings, cheat sheets, mock drafts, sleepers and analysis

Get everything you need to prepare for your fantasy football drafts here, including rankings and analysis from ESPN's team of experts.

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Fashion on the field: A look at the best college football uniforms for Week 2

A handful of teams have already made statements before stepping on the field. Time to dress for success in Week 2.

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Football, firemen and cops -- and what it means to never forget 9/11

Twenty years later, an annual FDNY-NYPD game reminds Tom Junod of the weight of remembering.

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In the business of winning: How a DFS champ used analytics to win $2.5M

We spoke with a daily fantasy football "world championship" contest winner to get some insight on the strategy he used to win millions playing DFS.

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A Kansas win means there's a new No. 1 in college football's Bottom 10

Don't worry, Kansas still makes our Bottom 10 list, but it's no longer the worst of the worst.

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USC icon and Pats HOFer Cunningham, 71, dies

USC football great Sam "Bam" Cunningham, who went on to become the New England Patriots' all-time leading rusher, died Tuesday in Inglewood, California. He was 71.

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Georgia jumps to No. 2; Clemson tumbles to 6th

Georgia jumped three spots to No. 2 behind Alabama in The Associated Press Top 25 , giving the SEC the top two teams in the country for the 30th time in the 85-year history of the college football poll.

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Fantasy football rankings: NFL Week 1

Weekly individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and non-PPR formats.

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Academy players reveal mental health impact of being released: 'My lowest point was not knowing if I would play again'

Thousands of youngsters chase their dreams to top-level football, but few make it. As a result the effect on mental health has come into full focus.

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Terrell Owens says he modeled his game after Jerry Rice I Club Shay Shay

Terrell Owens tells Shannon Sharpe on Club Shay Shay about his dedication to the game of football. 'I played with pain, I did it for the team because I knew how valuable I was. I took what God blessed me with and a little of what Jerry Rice did...and you got T.O.'

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UConn's Edsall now stepping down immediately

UConn announced Monday that football coach Randy Edsall will step down immediately, instead of waiting until the end of the season to retire.

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Smart: Georgia football at highest COVID spike

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart says three or four players and sports medicine director Ron Courson are out with COVID-19, despite more than 90% of the football program being vaccinated.

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FSU QB McKenzie Milton proves he can do more than just play again -- he can win

McKenzie Milton's road back to the football field was three years in the making. And while Florida State fell short in securing a victory in overtime against Notre Dame on Sunday, the quarterback's comeback itself was a victory all its own.

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We simulated the entire 2021 NFL season: Biggest storylines, Super Bowl projection, more

We played out one of our Football Power Index's 20,000 season sims, from Week 1 through Super Bowl LVI, with playoff races, surprises and more.

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After life-altering leg injury, QB McKenzie Milton is ready for second chance at a starting role

McKenzie Milton was once told he'd be lucky to walk without a limp, let alone play football, after he suffered a catastrophic leg injury. Now, almost three years later with a new team, the conversation around the FSU quarterback is simply about football.

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College football Power Rankings for Week 1

It's Week 1 and the first edition of this year's Power Rankings are officially here. How many SEC teams land in the top ten after a dominate week? How far does Clemson tumble after a close loss? And what about the Group of 5 darlings from last season?

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Old-school college football has returned, and oh, how we missed it

Was it wonderful to have that feeling of college football being back, with fans, bands and drama? Yes, yes it was.

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College Football Playoff picks after Week 1

It's Week 1, and the same powerhouses fill up our writers' picks. There are some fringe teams crashing the party, however. How many SEC teams land in the top four? Which Pac-12 team enters the fray? All that and more in this week's playoff picks.

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2021 Fantasy football draft kit: Rankings, cheat sheets, mock drafts, sleepers and analysis

Get everything you need to prepare for your fantasy football drafts here, including rankings and analysis from ESPN's team of experts.

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What would the 12-team College Football Playoff landscape look like for 2021?

Expansion isn't happening soon, but we can still look at a hypothetical field and the teams it most impacts.

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Matthew Berry's 100 facts for the 2021 fantasy football season

Berry uses facts to paint the picture he wants you to see as it relates to player values for the upcoming season.

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How G.J. Kinne's football journey led him to a perfect opportunity with Gus Malzahn, UCF

G.J. Kinne's path to UCF has been the result of a series of decisions stemming from the worst moment of his life, when his father -- and high school coach -- was shot by another player's dad. Now Kinne can help take the Knights to the next level.

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Sources: Texas A&M giving Fisher raise, extension

Texas A&M is finalizing a new contract extension for football coach Jimbo Fisher that will run through the 2030 season and increase his average annual salary to more than $9 million, sources told ESPN, confirming a report by the Houston Chronicle.

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Source: Chilean Reyes will make WFT's roster

Tight end Sammis Reyes, who is attempting to become the first Chilean born player to play in the NFL, will make the Washington Football Team's 53-man roster, a source tells ESPN.

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Questions remain whether HS football team legit

Two days after Ohio-based high school football team Bishop Sycamore met national powerhouse IMG Academy in a mismatch on ESPN, questions continue to be raised about how the game was scheduled and whether the school even exists.

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Watchability rankings: Which are college football's most exciting teams?

They may not all be the best, but these will be the teams you can't turn away from this year -- dynamic personalities, explosive players and more.

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Source: Ida forces OU-Tulane game to relocate

Sources tell ESPN that Hurricane Ida has forced a change in the Oklahoma-Tulane football game scheduled for Saturday in New Orleans. The Green Wave football team has relocated to Birmingham, AL to practice as school officials discuss contingency plans.

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Messi PSG debut breaks viewing record in Spain

Lionel Messi's debut with Paris Saint-Germain became the most-watched French football match in Spain, with over two million viewers tuning in.

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Predicting this year's College Football Playoff teams, Heisman winner, breakout stars and more

ESPN staff reporters give their picks on the biggest topics in CFB for 2021. Who will make the playoff and win the title? Who will take home the Heisman?

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Best signs from College GameDay live from the MEAC/SWAC Challenge

College football is back, and so is College Gameday. Along with it come all the signs.

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'This is a football match, the trophy is to get to the airport gate' - How Khalida Popal helped rescue women athletes in Afghanistan

Popal, with the help of other women players and coaches, has helped dozens of players and their family members evacuate out of Afghanistan.

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How a Finnish DJ created a 'Sandstorm' in the SEC and across the sports world

In need of a jolt of a adrenaline as the college football season returns? Well, just start playing "Sandstorm" -- it's what keeps South Carolina coach Shane Beamer going.

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Ekeler: Prizes if you draft me in fantasy and win

Chargers RB Austin Ekeler said he will give away signed jerseys to fantasy football players who roster him this season and post their winning lineups on social media.

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COVID protocols: Requirements, attendance, forfeits and more

College football has left it up to conferences to decide which COVID-19 protocols to follow this fall.

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Preseason bowl projections for every game, including the College Football Playoff

It's never too early to start thinking about bowl season. Here's our first crack at predicting the matchups.

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The numbers behind the gap in Black hires in college football

ESPN examined the hiring of Black leaders at every Power 5 football program, spotlighting four positions: head coach, athletic director, and offensive and defensive coordinator, the jobs most likely to produce head coaches.

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TE Willson retiring day after Seahawks signing

Tight end Luke Willson, who had signed for a fourth stint with the Seahawks on Tuesday, says he is stepping away from football due to a heart condition and other health issues.

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ACC, B1G, Pac-12 pact aims to 'stabilize' volatility

The scheduling component for football and basketball "will begin as soon as practical while honoring current contractual obligations," but the decision-makers involved said the alliance between the Pac-12, ACC and Big Ten was not driven by revenue.

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LSU puts stringent COVID rules in place for fans

LSU is requiring all fans age 12 and older attending football games this season to provide proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test taken within the last 72 hours to enter Tiger Stadium.

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College football's Bottom 10 is back -- and as bad as ever

With the new season comes our new rankings of the worst of the worst, but there's a familiar squad at the top of the list.

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Allen Iverson: “I would’ve been a better NFL player than NBA player” I Club Shay Shay

Allen Iverson tells Shannon Sharpe he would've had a better NFL career than NBA: 'Not being cocky or arrogant, I know I would’ve been a better player in football than basketball. It was my first love.'

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College football's top 100 players for 2021: Spencer Rattler, Kayvon Thibodeaux and more

Which players will be the best this upcoming season? Our staff voted and here's how it broke down, starting with Oklahoma QB Spencer Rattler at the top.

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Amazing football art exhibition features 'The Longest Ball in the World'

Tottenham Hotspur have given over a building within their stadium complex to host OOF gallery's inaugural exhibition, titled "BALLS."

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Mapping out the ultimate 2021 college football road trip

From the best local restaurants and bars to can't-miss tailgates, we've got a week-by-week guide that is a college football fan's dream season.

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Updated fantasy football rankings 2021

Fantasy football draft rankings from our experts.

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Oregon, Oregon St. first to require vaccines

Oregon and Oregon State became the first Power Five schools to require proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test to attend its football games.

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Auburn's Harsin isolates after positive COVID test

Auburn football coach Bryan Harsin will continue to participate remotely in meetings and practice as he isolates after testing positive for COVID-19, while assistant head coach Jeff Schmedding will assume in-person head-coaching duties.

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Ex-Miami player arrested in '06 murder of Pata

Police have arrested former Miami football player Rashaun Jones in the 2006 shooting death of teammate Bryan Pata, nine months after an ESPN investigation pointed out missteps in the long-stalled police inquiry.

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Rookie bettors camp: Strategies to try to beat the book

Sports betting can be fun, but you need to have a plan. Here are the strategies and everything you need to know to be in the best position to bet this football season

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'Ohh yeah': Alabama freshman is officially a Kool-Aid man

College football players have taken advantage of numerous deals to profit off their name, image and likeness of late, but none offered the level of synergy as the one between an Alabama football player and a flavored drink company announced on Wednesday.

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NCAA investigating Huskers, Frost for violations

Nebraska is "working collaboratively" on an investigation with the NCAA amid a report that football coach Scott Frost and his program held unauthorized workouts and had analysts working in improper roles.

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Nick Saban on the state of college football: CFP expansion, SEC realignment, NIL and more

In an exclusive one-on-one interview, Alabama head coach Nick Saban breaks down the biggest issues in the sport, from NIL to playoff expansion to OU/Texas to SEC and more.

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Jeff Jarrett ranks the top 10 wrestlers who played pro football: Roman Reigns, Goldberg and more

The WWE Hall of Famer was in the ring with and/or hired into the business several of the wrestlers on this stacked list.

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'God makes some people born a lineman': How Orlando Pace redefined the position

Twenty-five years after cementing his legacy with a rare run at the Heisman Trophy, these are the untold stories of perhaps the most dominant lineman in modern college football history.

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Love, Hate and no regrets in life or in fantasy football

It's the must-read column of the fantasy football preseason, highlighting Matthew Berry's most undervalued and overvalued players in drafts and also why you should live, and play fantasy, with zero regrets.

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The most likely Heisman candidate for each AP Top 25 team

With the first AP college football poll officially released, we take a look at the top Heisman candidate on each of the 25 teams.

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Volume and volatility: How should you approach player prop bets?

Our top betting analysts sit down with our top fantasy football analysts to discuss how to approach player props this year.

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Free-agent RB Guice suspended 6 games by NFL

Former Washington Football Team running back Derrius Guice was suspended six games for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy, according to a league spokesman.

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BYU football sponsor to cover walk-on tuition

The BYU athletic department helped broker an NIL deal with Built Brands that will pay at least one year's tuition for every walk-on member of the football team.

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Ravens brace for rookie Bateman to miss opener

Ravens first-round pick Rashod Bateman will have surgery on his groin this week, jeopardizing the rookie receiver's availability for Baltimore's Sept. 13 season opener on Monday Night Football.

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Source: Cam, Jones expected to play vs. WFT

Patriots quarterbacks Cam Newton and Mac Jones are both expected to play in Thursday night's preseason opener against the Washington Football Team at Gillette Stadium, according to a source.

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Everything you need to know about all 130 FBS teams

Breaking down the past, present and future for every single FBS team in college football.

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Inside Lionel Messi's final days at Barcelona and how he ended up joining PSG

On Aug. 5, the football world thought Lionel Messi was staying at Barcelona. On Aug. 10, he was unveiled by PSG. Here's how it happened.

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Uiagalelei, Dr Pepper partner on Fansville ads

Clemson quarterback D.J. Uiagalelei has partnered with Dr Pepper and will appear in its Fansville ad campaign throughout the college football season, the company announced Wednesday.

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Messi in Paris, Van Dijk fit, and more: 24 things we're excited to see in the 2021-22 European season

The start of club football across Europe is just around the corner, so ESPN asked its lead analysts what they're most excited to see in 2021-22.

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Unveiling our projections for the 2021 NFL season: 10 big takeaways, including the Super Bowl favorites

The ESPN Football Power Index projections are live. Here's how our model believes the 2021 season will play out.

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Pro Football Hall of Fame inductions: Peyton Manning highlights 2021 class

All the highlights from the seven newest Hall of Famers who will speak from the podium.

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Manning, '21 class inducted to cap HOF weekend

NFL legends Charles Woodson, Drew Pearson and Peyton Manning were inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Sunday night, closing a week of memories in Canton, Ohio.

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Centennial, 2020 class enshrined in football HOF

The Class of 2020 and the Centennial class were enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday.

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Brazil vs. Spain will be a battle of football philosophies

Brazil see themselves as the spiritual guardians of "the beautiful game" but, over the last few decades, Spain have usurped the Selecao.

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Peyton honored Brady flying in for HOF ceremony

Peyton Manning said former rival Tom Brady will be in his section Saturday night when he is inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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Joe Buck discusses receiving the Pro Football Hall of Fame Pete Rozelle Radio-Television Award

Joe Buck received the prestigious Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Pete Rozelle Award for “longtime exceptional contributions to radio and television in professional football. Joe joined his father, Jack Buck, in receiving the award and became the first father-son duo to do it.

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Jerry Jones announces Jimmy Johnson will be inducted into the Dallas Cowboys Ring of Honor

Jerry Jones made a major announcement on Thursday Night that former head coach Jimmy Johnson would be inducted into the Dallas Cowboys Ring of Honor. This comes just prior to Johnson being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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Jones: Johnson to make Cowboys' Ring of Honor

Jimmy Johnson, who will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame this weekend, will be put into the Dallas Cowboys' Ring of Honor, owner and GM Jerry Jones said, though he didn't specify a date.

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Relive Jimmy Johnson’s surprise of a lifetime finding out about enshrinement into Pro Football Hall of Fame | NFL on FOX

Relive the moment NFL on FOX Analyst and Former Dallas Cowboys head coach Jimmy Johnson found out he would be enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Plus, find out how Coach ended up celebrating with ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons later that night.

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The biggest challenges facing each new college football coach

Whether they like it or not, each new college football hire inherits obstacles. We take a look at the biggest challenges facing the 18 new head-coaching hires ahead of the 2021 season.

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WFT bans Native American garb from stadium

The Washington Football Team has banned fans from wearing Native American headdresses or face paint to games at FedEx Field this season.

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With Texas leaving, Big 12 swaps ADs for CFP

Kansas State athletic director Gene Taylor has been added to the College Football Playoff selection committee, replacing Texas AD Chris Del Conte.

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College football's preseason Top 25 rankings

Is it any surprise that Nick Saban's crew starts the year on top? Clemson and Oklahoma are looking to close the gap.

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College football's best traditions, mascots, rivalries and more

From heated rivalries to live mascots to the electric entrances, college football is unlike any other sport. Our writers provide their favorite quirks that make the game so remarkable.

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In next steps of realignment, can anyone convince Notre Dame to join a conference?

The Fighting Irish remain committed to staying independent, and they have the resources and brand name to thrive that way. But if Texas and Oklahoma to the SEC is only the first domino of a reshaping in college football, could that change?

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Position U: Which schools produce the most college football talent at each position

Oklahoma remains QBU, but who makes the Sooners' Mt. Rushmore of signal callers? And which schools produce the best at the other positions? ESPN Stats & Info crunches the numbers to let us know.

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Rivera warns WFT after more added to COVID list

Washington Football Team coach Ron Rivera issued a warning to his team after two more players were placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list on Saturday.

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Korey Stringer's death, 20 years later: The lasting impact and how the NFL changed

During 2001 training camp, Vikings lineman Korey Stringer died at age 27 from exertional heatstroke. In the aftermath, new protocols and a psychological pivot changed football.

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Korey Stringer's death, 20 years later: The lasting impact and how the NFL changed

During 2001 training camp, Vikings lineman Korey Stringer died at age 27 from exertional heatstroke. In the aftermath, new protocols and a psychological pivot changed football.

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Mahomes autographed card sells for record $4.3M

A Patrick Mahomes 2017 Panini National Treasures 1-of-1, NFL shield, autographed card has sold for $4.3 million, the most ever paid for a football card and the fourth-largest sum fetched by a sports card all time.

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Ranking the stability of all 130 FBS college football programs for the 2021 season

The future of the sport may be unknown, but with the first college football games just a month away, we rank the stability of each college football program for the 2021 season based on coaching, roster and on-field performance.

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Source: Breakout TE Thomas extended by WFT

The Washington Football Team and tight end Logan Thomas have agreed to a three-year extension after his breakout season, a source confirmed.

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New group aims to rep college football players

A new players' association launched Tuesday with a goal to organize and represent college football players as they push for more rights.

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Source: SEC to meet, discuss adding OU, Texas

SEC presidents and chancellors have scheduled a meeting for Thursday in which they will discuss expansion and whether to add Oklahoma and Texas to what would be college football's first super-conference of 16 teams, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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Agency: DL Allen, WFT agree to $72M extension

Defensive end Jonathan Allen and the Washington Football Team have agreed to a four-year, $72 million extension, his agency, Team IFA, announced.

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Owner says Burrow unlikely to play in preseason

Although Joe Burrow is cleared for football activities, he is unlikely to play in the preseason, Bengals owner and president Mike Brown says.

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Ex-USC coach McNair settles lawsuit with NCAA

The NCAA has settled a defamation suit filed by former USC football assistant coach Todd McNair, whom the NCAA accused of violating ethical conduct rules during its investigation into whether Reggie Bush received improper benefits.

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OBJ eyes a Super Bowl on eve of Browns camp

Odell Beckham Jr. said Sunday at his youth football camp that his surgically repaired knee is "feeling great" and that the Browns have a 'special opportunity' at a Super Bowl this season.

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Cleveland Browns unveil retro uniforms honoring 75th anniversary

Harkening back to a dominant era of Browns football, the team revealed a new look for the 2021 season.

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Four reasons why everyone loves Tottenham's Son Heung-Min

Tottenham forward Son Heung-Min has signed a new four-year deal. He's known as the nicest man in football, here's why.

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Jets assistant Knapp dies following bike accident

New York Jets assistant Greg Knapp, a well-traveled NFL coach who worked with Pro Football Hall of Famer Steve Young and soon-to-be-inducted Peyton Manning over his 25-year career, died Thursday at 58.

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Dabo wants season shortened if playoff expands

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said Thursday that the regular season should be shortened by one game if the College Football Playoff expands.

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Saban unsure on NIL effects, but won't be 'equal'

Alabama coach Nick Saban was reticent on Wednesday to provide any sweeping predictions about how athletes being able to profit off their name, image and likeness will impact the sport of college football.

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Dabo not in favor of 'inevitable' 12-team CFP

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said Tuesday neither he nor his players are in favor of an expanded 12-team College Football Playoff, but he also knows that change is inevitably coming to the format.

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Sources: Rodgers nixed deal to be top-paid QB

Disgruntled Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers turned down a two-year extension this offseason that would have made him the highest-paid QB in football, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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Realignment revisited: The beginning of the end for Big East football

How college football's massive realignment shift in 2011 set the stage for Big East football to go under.

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Peyton, Eli to headline alternate MNF broadcast

Peyton and Eli Manning will take part in the Monday Night Football MegaCast for 10 games in each of the next three seasons.

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COVID forfeits on table for SEC as vax totals lag

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey says that unlike last year, games will not be postponed over COVID concerns. Six of the conference's 14 football teams have reached an 80% vaccination mark.

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Mother of Washington Football Team owner dies

Arlette Snyder, the mother of Washington Football Team owner Dan Snyder, died earlier this month. She had owned 6.5% of her son's football franchise.

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Michigan players, store partner in jersey-sale deal

In what is believed to be the first deal of its kind, Michigan athletics official retail store, The M Den, announced on Saturday it is partnering with Michigan football players to create custom jerseys to sell with the players name and number on the back.

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2021 Fantasy football draft kit: Rankings, cheat sheets, mock drafts, sleepers and analysis

Get everything you need to prepare for your fantasy football drafts here, including rankings and analysis from ESPN's team of experts.

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Football, fashion and footwear: How Titans' Kristian Fulton built a brand in Nashville

Bringing more than his elite cover skills to Tennessee, Kristian and his brother Keith created a one-stop shop where customers can buy sneakers and art.

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Inside Spencer Brown's journey from eight-man football to the Buffalo Bills

The rookie tackle's path to an NFL contender started with an unplanned recruiting visit to a small Iowa town and a surprise scholarship offer.

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Big 12 to curb taunting, including 'Horns Down'

Big 12 officials are aiming to crack down on taunting during the 2021 college football season, including the popular "Horns Down" gesture that continues to be a problem.

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Clemson's Venables now highest-paid assistant

Brent Venables has earned a raise and extension to make the Clemson Tigers defensive coordinator the highest-paid assistant coach in college football.

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Big 12 commish pushes for player vaccination

Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby kicked off Big 12 media days on Wednesday with a reminder that college football will still be dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic this fall, and made a strong push for players to be vaccinated.

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Gianluca Vialli's role in Italy's Euro 2020 triumph is inspiring and incredible

Alongside his best friend in football and having beaten what he called "an unwelcome travel companion," Vialli became a European champion.

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How the rise of the college football GM started in a windowless room in Tuscaloosa

The title of personnel director or general manager might not have existed 15 years ago, but now, college football can't function without them.

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Pryor, 'Tattoo 5' want Ohio State records restored

Quarterback Terrelle Pryor and four other former Ohio State football players who were disciplined for receiving free tattoos and other impermissible benefits in exchange for memorabilia are asking for victories and individual records to be restored.

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WFT prez: 'Warriors' not an option for new name

The Washington Football Team will not consider Warriors as a new nickname as the franchise is departing from any link to Native American imagery, president Jason Wright said Monday.

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Messi vs. Neymar, England vs. Italy: Biggest football weekend this side of World Cup

Copa America and Euro 2020 will be decided this weekend. After all we've been through the past 16 months, we should enjoy them. We've earned it.

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The Ballad of Gary and Coach P: A night at Billy Bob's with TCU's football coach

Fans are used to seeing TCU coach Gary Patterson as Coach P, sweating and screaming on the sidelines. But for one night this summer, they got to see Gary, singing at "The World's Biggest Honky Tonk."

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UNC players do not favor proposed 12-team CFP

North Carolina coach Mack Brown said Thursday that his team is against a proposed 12-team College Football Playoff.

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Updated FPI rankings: Can anyone take down Alabama?

The Football Power Index may have Alabama at No. 1, but that doesn't mean the Crimson Tide have the best chance to win it all.

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CFL, XFL end discussions on formal partnership

The Canadian Football League and XFL have jointly decided to end talks on collaboration at this time, the CFL said in a statement.

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Gym owner plans $540K to Miami football players

Dan Lambert, a longtime Miami Hurricanes fan who owns MMA gym chain American Top Team, has offered each scholarship player on the Miami football team a monthly payment of $500 this year to advertise his gyms on social media.

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Mahomes to host USA Football coaching clinics

The Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes is teaming with USA Football to host three youth football coaching clinics across Missouri this summer while his 15 and the Mahomies Foundation has provided grants to 15 youth football leagues.

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Favoritism doesn't matter when it comes to this Spain side

Spain won't be favorites in Tuesday's semifinal. The beauty of football, however, means that they can pull off an upset.

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Donahue, winningest UCLA football coach, dies

Donahue has the most wins (98) of any coach in Pac-12 history and the most wins (151) in UCLA history.

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College football preseason roundtable - Best games, breakout stars and more

College football is less than two months away and our writers have you covered from best games to breakout stars and more.

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WFT fined $10M; D. Snyder off day-to-day tasks

The NFL has fined the Washington Football Team $10 million and owner Dan Snyder is stepping away from day-to-day operations after an independent investigation into the franchise's workplace culture.

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Mara Gomez, first transgender woman to play professionally in Argentina, in her own words: 'Football saved my life'

Mara Gomez made history in 2020 as the first transgender woman to play pro football in Argentina. She talks to ESPN about her remarkable journey.

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WFT names Tanya Snyder co-CEO of franchise

The Washington Football Team named Tanya Snyder as co-CEO of the franchise on Tuesday.

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2021 Fantasy football draft kit: Rankings, cheat sheets, mock drafts, sleepers and analysis

Get everything you need to prepare for your fantasy football drafts here, including rankings and analysis from ESPN's team of experts.

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Meet Portia Modise, Africa's highest goalscorer and defiant gay icon

South Africa legend Portia Modise never came out as gay because she was never 'in'. Her football career was legendary despite efforts to subdue her.

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Man City's owners now have reigning champions in three countries

City Football Group can now boast three reigning league champions in three different countries in its stable of clubs, from the U.S. to Uruguay.

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In helmet vs. skull, helmet always wins -- but that doesn't stop college football coaches

Is it smart? No. Does it hurt? Yes. Will it stop happening? Don't count on it. A coach head-butting one of his players in celebration or motivation is nothing new.

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Sources: Jets signing RT Moses to one-year deal

Morgan Moses, 30, was released by the Washington Football Team in May in a salary-cap move.

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Fantasy football mock draft: 10-team, 1/2 PPR

Aaron Rodgers finished last season as the No. 2 player in all of fantasy, but with so many questions about his status for 2021, he had a long slide in our latest mock draft.

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Ronaldo rewrites history on night Benzema retakes centre stage

Karim Benzema is back, but once more he was in the shadow of Cristiano Ronaldo, who is now men's international football's all-time leading scorer.

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In helmet vs. skull, helmet always wins -- but that doesn't stop college football coaches

Is it smart? No. Does it hurt? Yes. Will it stop happening? Don't count on it. A coach head-butting one of his players in celebration or motivation is nothing new.

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CFP's 12-team model set for 'summer review'

With some of the most powerful people in college football now backing further exploration of the proposed 12-team playoff format, it seems to be a matter of when -- not if -- the postseason will grow again.

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England vs Scotland: View from the pub, the home of football for many fans

For fans who couldn't be at Wembley to support either England or Scotland during their Euro 2020 clash, there was only one place to watch: The pub.

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15 hours at a Waffle House: Yet another fantasy bet paid off

A look inside a fantasy football bet that ended with a 15-hour Waffle House excursion.

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CFP's 12-team plan moves ahead to next phase

The proposal to expand the College Football Playoff to 12 teams will be presented at a meeting Tuesday to the 11 university presidents and chancellors who have the ultimate authority over the format.

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Bama, Clemson top college football win totals

Alabama and Clemson both were installed with season win totals of 11.5 by Caesars Sportsbook by William Hill, which posted totals for each FBS team Thursday.

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Haskins' goal: Prove love of football to Steelers

Dwayne Haskins says his primary goal this summer is to prove to the Steelers "how much I love football."

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Madden 22 cover athletes Mahomes, Brady can't win at Madden at home

Patrick Mahomes and Tom Brady might be the Madden 22 cover athletes, but it doesn't mean they can beat family members when it comes to the classic EA Sports football game.

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'It's tearing him apart': Bucs rookie Cameron Kinley hopes service commitment won't end NFL dream

The former Navy football captain's request to delay his service was denied. He's left hoping for a last-minute reversal so he can pursue an NFL career now.

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U.S. Soccer reveals new eye-catching away kit

The United States just unveiled its new away kit and the wild, zigzag design is drawing comparisons to looks from everyday life & football alike.

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Sources: NCAA probing possible ASU violations

The Arizona State football program is being investigated for possible unspecified violations, the school confirmed in a statement to ESPN.

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Carr would 'probably quit' if Raiders traded him

Raiders quarterback Derek Carr has been a frequent subject of trade rumors, but he has no interest in playing for any other team, saying "I'd probably quit football if I had to play for somebody else."

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UGA's Smart: 12-team playoff a massive change

Georgia's Kirby Smart, LSU's Ed Orgeron and Coastal Carolina's Jamey Chadwell all shared their thoughts on the possibilities of an expanded College Football Playoff.

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After 31 clubs, Uruguay's 'El Loco' retires at 44

Former Uruguay international striker Sebastian "El Loco" Abreu, who played for the most clubs in football history, has retired at the age of 44.

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Ex-players: Bo Schembechler ignored warnings

Former Michigan football players Dan Kwiatkowski and Gilvanni Johnson, who have told investigators they were molested by former team doctor Robert Anderson, said head coach Bo Schembechler ignored their warnings at the time about abusive treatments.

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College Football Playoff expansion roundtable: The good, the bad, the what-ifs

The College Football Playoff working group is going to recommend expanding the CFP to 12 teams. What are the best and worst parts about the idea? What could it have meant in the past? We break it all down.

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