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Texas Tech has been all-in on the 2027 recruiting cycle. With multiple blue-chip prospects — including five-star defensive lineman Jalen Brewster and five-star quarterback Kavian Bryant — the Red Raiders appear to be loading up for the future and taking advantage of their current momentum as a football power.

College Football News / Clemson Tigers on SI / November 28

Clemson Cracks Five-Star Recruit's Top 10

The Clemson Tigers have caught fire on the 2027 recruiting trail, picking up a crystal ball for a four-star receiver and landing in a four-star safety’s top 12 within the past week.

College Football News / Texas A&M Aggies on SI / November 28

Texas A&M in the Mix for 5-Star LB With NFL Blood

Texas A&M has seen plenty of success under head coach Mike Elko, both on and off the field. After a blazing-hot 11-0 start, the Aggies have their sights set on the Texas Longhorns with hopes of keeping their undefeated season alive.

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The 'Most passing + rushing TD games in a season' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to pass and run for a touchdown in the same game at least five times in a single season can you name in give minutes?

The 'NFL QB rushing TD leaders' quiz

The 'NFL 200-touchdown-pass Club' quiz

The 'NFL 4,500-passing yard seasons' quiz

NFL News / A to Z Sports / November 28

5-star recruit who is the son of a Vols legend includes Tennessee among his top schools

The son of a Tennessee Vols legend included UT among his top schools this week. 2027 five-star linebacker Cooper Witten, the son of former Volunteers tight end Jason Witten, included Tennessee among his top 10 schools, along with Oklahoma, Notre Dame, Texas, Clemson, Ohio State, Texas Tech, Georgia, Texas A&M, and Alabama.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest receiving performances from one NFL playoff run

The increasingly pass-focused NFL continues to see wide receivers and tight ends play central roles in Super Bowl journeys. Here are the best yardage performances by pass catchers during a single playoffs throughout NFL history.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / November 28

Notre Dame football moves one step closer to stealing a five-star recruit with elite last name away from long list of top programs

Notre Dame football has been recruiting on an incredible level under head coach Marcus Freeman. As part of their new recruiting ideology, the Fighting Irish have had a habit of prioritizing players who come from football families, routinely pushing for the sons of former NFL players.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / November 14

Son of Tennessee Vols legend expected to take recruiting visit to Georgia for Bulldogs' game against the Texas Longhorns

The son of a Tennessee Vols legend is expected to a take a recruiting visit to Athens this weekend for the Georgia Bulldogs' big game against the Texas Longhorns.

Demon Deacon Named Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Semifinalist

Tuesday, Nick Andersen was named a Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year Semifinalist. The defensive back has pieced together quite the season in his second year as team captain.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Gridiron Heroics / October 14

'Travis Kelce Passes Jason Witten …' It’s Time to Call Chiefs Star Mr. Primetime

Travis Kelce has solidified his status as one of the NFL’s all-time great tight ends by recently surpassing Jason Witten in receiving yards during primetime games.

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Who has played the most consecutive games played at every NFL position?

It’s hard to play in the NFL, and it takes a toll on one’s body. No, really! As such, consecutive game streaks in the NFL are quite impressive. One, you have to be good enough to stay in your job.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 28

Tennessee predicted to land elite 5-star recruit who is the son of a Vols football legend

On3's Sam Spiegelman made a recruiting prediction this week that Tennessee Vols fans are going to love. Spiegelman made some predictions for some of the top 2027 recruits in the nation and he has Tennessee landing 2027 five-star linebacker Cooper Witten, the son of former Volunteers tight end Jason Witten.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss

Preseason evaluations of Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik were a huge miss for NFL Draft 'experts'

NFL News / NIL on SI / August 25

Nation's No. 1 LB, son of NFL great sets two SEC visits

One of the top recruits in the class of 2027, five-star linebacker Cooper Witten has set two visits to SEC programs ahead of the 2025 college football season.

Arizona State Sun Devils News / Arizona State Sun Devils on SI / August 16

Will Arizona State Do Enough to Compete for Cooper Witten?

The Sun Devils have been targeting many of the best players in the nation. This includes arguably the best linebacker and the best player in the state of Texas.

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The 'Last pair of 100-yard rushers by team' quiz

The '1,500-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Five game-winning-drives in a season' quiz

The 'Turkey Leg/Galloping Gobbler winners' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Cowboys Legend Jason Witten's Son A 5-Star Recruit Drawing National Attention

Dallas Cowboys legend and future Pro Football Hall of Famer Jason Witten is currently the head football coach at Liberty Christian School in Argyle, Texas.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / February 28

Jason Witten’s Son Drawing Interest From Major College Football Programs

Former Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten was a longtime staple in the NFL. Witten was drafted in the third round of the 2003 NFL Draft and spent all but one year of his NFL career with the Cowboys. Now, his son, Cooper Witten, is drawing interest.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / February 21

Jason Witten has lofty long-term career goal

Around this time next year, we will probably be praising Dallas Cowboys legendary TE Jason Witten for making it to the Hall of Fame on his first opportunity.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / February 13

Franchise legend open to future position with Cowboys

The All-Pro tight end will not be with the team in 2025, though, and he recently confirmed a position on Dallas’ staff was never discussed.

The NFL's all-time most dramatic single-season declines

The 'Dallas Cowboys head coaches' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / The Spun / February 12

Jason Witten Doesn't Hold Back On Coaching The Dallas Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys' coaching search took several directions this offseason, and there were several interesting candidates. From the already-hired Bill Belichick and Deion Sanders to former players and Super Bowl winners, the list of potential head coaches on the Dallas sideline included some of the biggest names in football.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / January 28

Cowboys Reveal Major Change in Jason Witten Plan

FRISCO — When the Dallas Cowboys chose to move on from Mike McCarthy, several surprising candidates emerged as potential options for the franchise. Among that contingent was former tight end Jason Witten. Witten has no NFL head coaching experience, but his candidacy represented a wide net the Cowboys appeared to cast in this search.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 27