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Neil Adler

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Since graduating summa cum laude from Syracuse University's Newhouse School in 2000 with a degree in broadcast journalism, Neil Adler has served as a sports reporter, a marketing professional and a business journalist, mainly in the Washington, D.C., market. For the past 10 years, Neil has covered Syracuse Orange sports as the editor of a fan site. As a writer with Yardbarker, Neil will primarily focus on college basketball and college football, while also covering the NBA, the NFL and professional tennis.

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College Basketball, College Football, NBA, NFL, Tennis, Syracuse Orange Athletics

Five intriguing head coach candidates for UCLA

After a disastrous 0-3 start to the 2025 season, the UCLA Bruins fired head coach DeShaun Foster. Here are five intriguing candidates for the job.

ESPN analyst touts Texas A&M's playoff chances after huge win over Notre Dame

Buoyed by its thrilling win at then-No. 8 Notre Dame on Saturday night, the Texas A&M Aggies have put themselves firmly into the conversation for the 12-team College Football Playoff.

Virginia Tech head coach candidates ranked from least to most likely

After Virginia Tech got drubbed on Saturday at home by Old Dominion, 45-26, the Hokies fell to a woeful 0-3 to start the 2025 season. A day later, Virginia Tech announced the firing of head coach Brent Pry.

Three teams separating themselves from pack in ACC

At this point in the 2025 college football season, three teams are separating themselves from the pack in the ACC's pecking order.

Analysts have given up on Arch Manning, and that's shortsighted

Without question, Manning hasn't lived up to the hype through three contests in the 2025 campaign. But what if he turns things around and lights it up in SEC play?

Pac-12 Conference trolls woeful UCLA in hilarious social media post

The Pac-12 Conference is having some fun with former league member UCLA, as the Bruins look like one of the worst teams in college football so far this season.

Kirk Herbstreit says top-15 SEC showdown is 'litmus test' for both teams

ABC/ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit says that the top-15 showdown in the Southeastern Conference on Saturday afternoon is a "litmus test" for both No. 6 Georgia and No. 15 Tennessee. 

Two analysts offer differing views on Billy Napier hot seat talk

ESPN commentator Paul Finebaum and ABC/ESPN college football analyst Greg McElroy don't agree as to whether Florida head coach Billy Napier will be in Gainesville, Fla., after the 2025 season.

Tom Brady offers Texas QB Arch Manning sound advice after rough start

Tom Brady knows a thing or two about overcoming adversity, and he's defending Texas quarterback Arch Manning in the wake of the Longhorns' Week 1 loss to Ohio State.

What top-ranked teams that lost in Week 1 must do to reach CFP

Short of going undefeated the rest of the way, here's what top-ranked teams that lost in Week 1 must do moving forward to be in the hunt for a CFP berth.

Paul Finebaum makes feelings on LSU, Nick Saban clear after CFB Week 1

Finebaum made his thoughts clear on multiple topics following the drama of college football's Week 1.

Led by Florida State win, ACC trying to prove it belongs with big boys

The Atlantic Coast Conference, by and large, has gotten off to a solid start in the early stage of the 2025 season.

Analyst highlights what Syracuse must do to upset No. 24 Tennessee

What does Syracuse need to do to pull off an upset of Tennessee?

Tennessee's 2026 class vaults into top 10 after five-star recruit flips

As the No. 24 Tennessee Volunteers prepares to face Syracuse on Saturday afternoon in the 2025 season-opener for both teams, the Volunteers have hit a home run on the recruiting trail.

Why continuing USC-Notre Dame series is critical to sport's success

One of the top rivalries in the history of college football is the non-conference battle between the Southern California Trojans and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, but the future of the rivalry is in doubt amid the changing landscape of college football.

Ryan Day compliments Lee Corso ahead of 'GameDay' send-off

As the legendary Lee Corso prepares for his final headgear pick on ESPN's "College GameDay" this Saturday in week one, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day is reflecting on Corso's career.

Is there too much hype surrounding Texas QB Arch Manning?

The redshirt sophomore is just about to begin his first full season as Texas' starting quarterback, and already, pundits are declaring him a Heisman Trophy favorite and a possible No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Three notable teams trying to flip top Maryland commit Zion Elee

The Terps have 12 verbal pledges in their 2026 class, led by Elee, who committed to Maryland in December 2024.

Michigan QB Bryce Underwood faces immense pressure to win

Underwood was named the starting quarterback for one of college football's biggest brands on Monday.

Quarterback battles at these top college football programs remain up in the air

As the first full weekend of college football games in Week 1 inches closer, quarterback competitions at various programs remain in full force.

Big Ten's College Football Playoff expansion idea is 'absurd,' ESPN host says

The longtime host doesn't want to see the College Football Playoff expand to two dozen or more participants.

What five-star pledge means for South Carolina's 2026 class

South Carolina has its first five-star commitment in its 2026 recruiting class.

These college QBs are set to earn millions in 2025

Quarterback is the most important position in football, and the money given to top signal-callers — both in the NFL and at the collegiate level — supports that.

Jeremiah Smith expects Ohio State QB to 'put on a show'

In 2024, the QB took a redshirt after appearing in four games for Ohio State.

10 most intriguing players heading into 2025 college football season

The 2025 college football season gets underway on Saturday, and there are tons of exciting players to follow in the upcoming campaign.