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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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Syracuse ends three-game skid with upset win over No. 13 Tennessee

The ACC/SEC Challenge wasted no time producing its first upset on Tuesday night.

Five takeaways from CFP rankings: The ACC might actually get left out

The penultimate College Football Playoff rankings were revealed on Tuesday night ahead of the conference championship slate this weekend. Here are five takeaways from the latest rankings.

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 men's basketball poll

This week's Associated Press Top 25 men's college basketball poll features several notable changes after a jam-packed Holiday slate. Here are five takeaways from the poll, which was released on Monday.

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 women's basketball poll

In this week's Associated Press Top 25 women's college basketball poll, there was some reshuffling in the top five after a loaded Holiday slate. Here are five takeaways from the poll, which was released on Monday.

'SNF' takeaways: Broncos escape again in thrilling OT win over Commanders

The Broncos found themselves in another one-possession game and came away with their ninth straight win in a 27-26 overtime thriller over the Commanders on "Sunday Night Football." Here are four takeaways from Sunday's NFL nightcap.

NFL Week 13 winners, losers: Bryce Young shines; Colts continue to struggle

With most of the NFL's Week 13 slate wrapped up, some winners and losers have emerged.

49ers gain ground in NFC West after rare road win in Cleveland

The San Francisco 49ers won their third straight game with a 26-8 victory over the Cleveland Browns, their first in Cleveland since 1984.

Bengals-Ravens takeaways: Joe Burrow victorious in return as Cincinnati keeps slim playoff hopes alive

The Cincinnati Bengals stunned the Baltimore Ravens with a 32-14 win in quarterback Joe Burrow's return.  Here are four takeaways from the final game of a thrilling NFL Thanksgiving Day tripleheader.

No. 4 Texas women survive furious second-half rally from No. 3 UCLA

In what could have easily been a Final Four preview, the No. 4 Texas women escaped with a 76-65 win after withstanding a late rally from No. 3 UCLA.

No. 7 Michigan avenges Sweet 16 loss with emphatic win over No. 21 Auburn

No. 7 Michigan put together a clinic on No. 21 Auburn with a 102-72 rout in the Players Era Festival on Tuesday night, advancing to the championship game where it will face No. 12 Gonzaga on Wednesday night.

Former player disappointed by Bryce Young's struggles in loss to 49ers

The Carolina Panthers entered Monday night's game against the San Francisco 49ers with an opportunity to take the NFC South lead. Instead, they laid an egg in a 20-9 snoozefest.

Could former player's bold Bengals prediction actually come true?

The Bengals have had a disappointing season so far, but they might get a pick-me-up heading into their Thanksgiving night game against the Ravens.

From A.J. Brown to Joe Burrow: 32 NFL players who need a change of scenery for the 2026 season

The NFL playoff picture is tightening, and with it comes a clearer view of which players around the league may benefit from a change of scenery.

Concerning trend emerging for No. 14 St. John's after loss to No. 15 Iowa State

With the loss, St. John's falls to 3-2 and is in search of some answers defensively after giving up more than 80 points for the second time in as many losses.

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 men's basketball poll

This week's Associated Press Top 25 men's college basketball poll features a lot of movement heading into the loaded holiday week slate. Here are five takeaways from the poll.

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 women's basketball poll

The top five remain the same, but a lot of teams changed positions in this week's Associated Press Top 25 women's college basketball poll, which was released on Monday.

'SNF' takeaways: Rams move to top of NFC after rout of Buccaneers

The Los Angeles Rams continue to make their case as the league's best team after a 34-7 dismantling of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on "Sunday Night Football."

Emanuel Wilson shines in first start as Packers dominate Vikings

The Green Bay Packers had their way with the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday in a dominant 23-6 win, with Wilson filling in admirably for the injured Josh Jacobs.

Betting expert thinks Texans will miss playoffs despite elite defense: Is he wrong?

No team has made the playoffs after starting 0-3 since the league expanded to a 14-team format in 2020.

Indiana's Fernando Mendoza is clear Heisman front-runner, but rival QB is giving him a run for his money

Mendoza's late-game heroics have produced the moments that have become synonymous with winners of college football's most prestigious award.

Former player has bleak outlook for Buccaneers if improvements are not made in one key area

Once one of the hottest teams in the NFL, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have lost three of their last four heading into a difficult Week 12 road trip against the Los Angeles Rams.

No. 4 Arizona accomplishes rare feat in thrilling road win over No. 3 UConn

The fourth-ranked Arizona Wildcats are putting a strong resume together and it is just the third week of the college basketball season.

Concerns continue to mount after No. 12 Kentucky's latest loss

The season is still young, but if Kentucky does not improve its defense and get on the same page, the concerns will only grow larger.

CFP rankings: SEC in great shape after third reveal

The third College Football Playoff rankings of the 2025 season were released on Tuesday night with Ohio State, Indiana, Texas A&M, Georgia and Texas Tech making up the top five.

Former player has lost confidence in Chiefs after latest loss

One year removed from recording 11 one-score wins in 2024, the Chiefs are now 0-5 in such games this season and currently sit at 5-5 as the AFC's ninth seed.