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Andrew Kulha

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Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman has strong selling point to recruits

The question of Notre Dame's independence — meaning the Fighting Irish aren't attached to a conference  — was brought into the foreground ahead of the Orange Bowl and College Football Playoff semifinal matchup between Marcus Freeman's team and James Franklin's Penn State Nittany Lions.

Texas HC Steve Sarkisian respects Ohio State QB Will Howard's talent

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian has experience coaching against Ohio State quarterback Will Howard.

Quarterbacks go back-to-back with top picks in latest 2025 NFL mock draft

The first games of the NFL's wild-card weekend haven't even kicked off yet, but mock draft season never ends. 

Former five-star Alabama LB prospect transfers to Clemson

Clemson has picked up a big transfer portal win.

Kirk Herbstreit emphatically denies he was rooting for Alabama to make College Football Playoff

As a top name at ESPN, there was the thought that Herbstreit was rooting for ratings rather than appreciating the seasons of Indiana or SMU.

Tennessee lands big-time transfer portal WR from bitter SEC rival

Josh Heupel's Tennessee football program has a brand-new player.

Packers still believe they can beat anybody despite limping into playoffs

The Green Bay Packers (11-6) are the No. 7 seed on the NFC side of the playoffs, which means they'll have to head to Philadelphia this weekend to take on the second-seeded Eagles (14-3).

Urban Meyer predicts his former team will win the CFP

It shouldn't be shocking that Urban Meyer is high on the Ohio State Buckeyes. After all, he coached in Columbus for seven seasons and won a national championship for them.

Texas QB Quinn Ewers thankful for Ohio State as Cotton Bowl looms

Ewers does have a personal history with Ohio State.

Former Florida State, Alabama WR Malik Benson commits to Oregon

Florida State wideout Malik Benson was working his way into training for the 2025 NFL Draft, but now he has the opportunity to play one more season of college ball and he's deciding to do that with the Oregon Ducks.

Alabama lands experienced Louisiana RB via transfer portal

Running back Dre'lyn Washington has been handling business for a while for the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns, but now he's going to get the opportunity to do it on one of the biggest stages of college football.

Why Christian Watson shouldn't be part of Packers' long-term plans

The sad truth is that Christian Watson just can't be counted on to stay healthy.

Michael Lorenzen is coming back to the Royals on a one-year deal

Michael Lorenzen is a journeyman pitcher, but at 33 years old he's far from washed and he has the stuff to be a valuable part of anyone's rotation.

Former five-star QB Sam Huard transfers to USC

It's been a winding road for quarterback Sam Huard, who was a five-star recruit in the class of 2021, ranked as the No. 3 quarterback in the nation.

Bruce Pearl gives Bill Belichick-like answer when discussing historic mark at Auburn

Congrats to Bruce Pearl, who is now one of the winningest head coaches in Auburn basketball history after his No. 2-ranked team beat Missouri this past weekend.

Ohio State HC Ryan Day says play-caller Chip Kelly is hitting his stride

Ohio State is now in the second round of the College Football Playoff after demolishing Tennessee in the first round, 42-17.

Watch: Wizards' Jordan Poole hits step-back three to win game vs. Hornets

Washington's record improved to 5-23 thanks to Poole's heroics.

Boise State HC Spencer Danielson says rest is nice, but Ashton Jeanty is a 'warrior'

There's always a worry about touches when it comes to hard-running running backs. There's a limit on how many a star running back can take before the grind of the position threatens to slow them down a bit.

Seahawks' playoff push takes a hit with latest Kenneth Walker news

The Seattle Seahawks are in a tough spot as they look to claw back into the NFC playoff picture after two losses in a row to the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings.

Rhett Lashlee says CFP closes chapter on SMU's 'death penalty' past

There was a time when all SMU football was known for was "the death penalty" it received from the NCAA in 1987 for the scandal of paying players to play college football.

Notre Dame lands former Virginia WR via transfer portal

Notre Dame is fighting for a national championship right now in the 12-team College Football Playoff, but the Fighting Irish of 2025 just got a whole lot better thanks to a big addition via the transfer portal.

Pistons star Cade Cunningham starting to get national recognition

Cade Cunningham is playing at an All-Star clip, and the league as a whole is starting to take notice.

John Calipari wants Arkansas to be 'jacked and juiced' for SEC play

The Arkansas Razorbacks are feeling good in John Calipari's first season, with the team at 10-2 heading into what can be deemed as a "Christmas break" in their schedule.

Indiana snags Maryland's leading rusher via transfer portal

Roman Hemby has been a tremendously productive running back for the Maryland Terrapins since 2021. With one more season of eligibility, though, Hemby hit the transfer portal.

Notre Dame will be hard-pressed to replace key defender in CFP

It may not feel that nice right now for fans of the Fighting Irish as they look ahead to a second-round matchup with No. 2 Georgia in the Sugar Bowl knowing that one of their best players won't be available.