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Colby Colwell

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Colby Colwell is a freelance contributor with a bachelor’s in Computer & Information Technology and a minor in Psychology from Western Kentucky University. With a deep passion for sports, especially NASCAR, he offers his substantial knowledge along with his adept writing skills. When he’s not writing, Colby enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with his family.

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No. 1 UCLA women continue to excel in one key area in win

The top-ranked UCLA Bruins remained undefeated on Wednesday after a wire-to-wire victory over No. 24 Michigan, 86-70.

Assessing Mark Pope's first season at Kentucky ahead of SEC play

There were a lot of unknowns for Kentucky coming into the 2024-25 season after the departure of head coach John Calipari to Arkansas.

West Virginia makes history in shocking upset of No. 7 Kansas

West Virginia was in control throughout the game in a shocking 62-61 win.

Clemson should be primed for success in 2025 with return of key player

Tigers QB Cade Klubnik made a big announcement regarding his Clemson future.

Oregon HC identifies one key area of improvement heading into Ohio State rematch in Rose Bowl

The Ducks recorded a 32-31 win over the Buckeyes on Oct. 12.

'SNF' takeaways: Jayden Daniels shines; Commanders punch playoff ticket in OT thriller vs. Falcons

Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels continued his sensational rookie season, leading his team to its first postseason berth since 2020 with a 30-24 overtime win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday night.

Short-handed Dolphins maintain slim playoff hopes with road win over Browns

Even though the Miami Dolphins were without QB Tua Tagovailoa and WR Jaylen Waddle on Sunday, they were too much for the Cleveland Browns in a 20-3 road win.

Eagles RB Saquon Barkley joins elite company in rout of Cowboys

Barkley has been nothing short of phenomenal this season.

Watch: Baker Mayfield caps near-perfect half with 10-yard TD strike to Jalen McMillan

Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield was dealing in the first half against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.

Watch: Eagles TE Grant Calcaterra makes incredible one-handed grab vs. Cowboys

Before Sunday, Calcaterra had six games in which he did not produce a single reception.

Watch: Giants WR Malik Nabers breaks multiple tackles on 31-yard TD

Nabers is now at 1,000 receiving yards for his rookie season.

No. 17 BYU spoils Colorado stars' finales with dominant victory in Alamo Bowl

It was not a great sendoff for Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders and Heisman-winning WR/CB Travis Hunter on Saturday night.

Watch: No. 18 Iowa State takes thrilling Pop-Tarts Bowl with last-minute TD vs. No. 13 Miami

A late TD from No. 18 Iowa State proved to be the game-winner over No. 13 Miami in a thrilling Pop-Tarts Bowl on Saturday.

No. 22 UCLA's strong three-point shooting leads to upset of No. 14 Gonzaga

The 22nd-ranked UCLA Bruins took advantage of hot shooting from behind the arc in a 65-62 win over No. 14 Gonzaga on Saturday.

Watch: Anthony Edwards' stepback three caps off Timberwolves' massive fourth-quarter run vs. Rockets

It did not look good for the Minnesota Timberwolves for most of the night until Anthony Edwards knocked down this clutch stepback three in the corner to give Minnesota a 113-112 win over the Houston Rockets on Friday.

Dodgers agree to three-year deal with World Series standout

World Series standout Teoscar Hernandez is staying put in Los Angeles.

Highly productive Tulane RB reportedly enters transfer portal

The Tulane Green Wave continue to lose players to the transfer portal.

Eagles HC Nick Sirianni provides status update on QB Jalen Hurts

It is looking less likely that Hurts will play on Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys.

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 men's basketball poll

Although the same team is atop this week's Associated Press Top 25 men's college basketball poll, released on Monday, there is a heavy SEC presence and some movement throughout the rankings.

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 women's basketball poll

This week's Associated Press Top 25 women's basketball poll, released on Monday, features two powerhouse programs swapping spots.

Buccaneers lose division lead after turnovers prove costly in loss to Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys took advantage of a pair of fourth quarter turnovers from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to score a 26-24 win on "Sunday Night Football." This wild fumble recovery from Cowboys CB DaRon Bland sealed the victory for Dallas.

Ravens end losing streak to Steelers, keep division hopes alive

The Baltimore Ravens took advantage of a balanced attack on offense and two Russell Wilson turnovers to take down the Pittsburgh Steelers, 34-17, and keep their AFC North hopes alive.

No. 2 Auburn makes case for No. 1 ranking with dominant win over No. 16 Purdue

No. 2 Auburn continued to flex its muscle and add to its impressive resume.

South Florida women lead wire-to-wire in shocking upset of No. 9 Duke

The South Florida Bulls held a commanding 20-6 lead after the first quarter and never trailed the entire game in a 65-56 upset of No. 9 Duke on Saturday.

No. 19 Cincinnati never trails in win over No. 22 Dayton

The Bearcats were in control for most of the game, aside from a late rally from the Flyers.