10 bold predictions for the 2025 college football season

Expect the unexpected when it comes to college football. Though traditional heavyweights like Ohio State, Michigan and Georgia have recently won national titles, there is hardly a sport that produces weekly drama like college football. It's tough to forecast the unexpected, but here are 10 bold predictions for the 2025-26 season.

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Chiefs trade former second-round pick to desperate 49ers

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Indiana Fever News / Yardbarker / August 21

Latest Caitlin Clark update leaves Fever in a tough spot

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Fever receive devastating injury news on Sophie Cunningham

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Broncos HC Sean Payton fleeced former team with savvy trade

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Commanders reportedly sending clear message to Terry McLaurin suitors

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Cowboys HC discusses Micah Parsons' Week 1 status amid contract dispute

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Myles Garrett won't take accountability after 'disappointing' incident

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

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12 teams will have a different starting QB from Week 1 last season. Who's better off, and who will regret making a switch?

Steelers' Cameron Heyward publicly apologizes to Aaron Rodgers

Rodgers names multiple young players who need to step up

Cam Ward learns key lesson after incident with three-time Pro Bowler

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New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 21

Yankees set pair of home run marks in win over Rays

A team some thought was going to fade out of playoff contention has found its power stroke and is making MLB and team history in the process.

Phillies starters achieve impressive new franchise mark

J.T. Realmuto's turnaround has been remarkable for Phillies

A star is born: Rookie's strong first start gives Guardians glimmer of hope

Astros offense remains anemic after being swept by Tigers

Royals trade-deadline acquisition paying immediate dividends

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College Football News / Yardbarker / August 20

NFL Draft intel: Could embattled QB salvage draft hopes?

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. From a Miami quarterback to a Wake Forest running back, here are five players we're tracking.

Arch Manning reacts to grandfather Archie's 2026 NFL Draft prediction

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Former Michigan QB part of Dan Mullen's risky plan at UNLV

Florida State QB makes short-sighted claim about Seminoles defense

Memphis AD Ed Scott reveals reaction to being rejected by Big 12

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 20

Draymond Green fires back at Alperen Sengun's comments

Draymond Green is once again beefing with a European big man.

Jayson Tatum has one-word description of his injury rehab

New Celtics owner's comments should make fans happy

Shaquille O'Neal makes peace with longtime enemy — mostly

Former Heat employee pleads guilty in stolen memorabilia case

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / August 20

Five takeaways from 2026 NASCAR schedule release

NASCAR officially released its 2026 schedule for all three series on Wednesday, making a few notable changes in the process.

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Three-time NASCAR champion to retire after 2025 season

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College Football News / Yardbarker / August 20

One under-the-radar game for Weeks 0-7 of college football season

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 20

Jets' defensive trades raise questions about confidence in offense

The New York Jets must believe they're not going to score many points this season.

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Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / August 20

Cowboys HC discusses Parsons' Week 1 status amid contract dispute

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / August 20

Roberts sheds light on Ohtani's postseason bullpen potential

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Anthony Richardson News / Yardbarker / August 20

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Indianapolis Colts News / Yardbarker / August 20

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Cleveland Guardians News / Yardbarker / August 20

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / August 20

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