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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.

James Franklin makes surprising Penn State depth chart announcement

In a surprising twist, Penn State head coach James Franklin was much more transparent about the depth chart than he usually is with the media.

Colorado's Deion Sanders makes season-altering decision before Week 1 game

Sanders waited until a few days before Colorado's first game of the regular season to name his starting quarterback for 2025.

The '2025 AP Preseason top-25 poll' quiz

How Texas QB Arch Manning can live up to the hype in Week 1 opener against Ohio State

 ESPN college football play-by-play announcer Chris Fowler discussed what he feels Manning must do to live up to the hype during a Tuesday appearance on "First Take."

NFL Draft intel: Top QBs set to clash in ranked showdown in Death Valley

As Week 1 of the college football season kicks off Thursday, here are five players we're tracking.

From YouTube to the field: The improbable story of Hawaii’s kicker

Before he made waves across the internet by hitting the game-winning field goal to knock off Stanford in Week 0, the kicker was just a young soccer player living in Tokyo, Japan.

Four college coaches facing the most pressure to win in Week 1

A win can set up a program with momentum to reach the College Football Playoff. Some coaches will be feeling the heat for the rest of the season with an early loss. 

Texas HC shares crucial advice with Arch Manning before matchup vs. No. 3 Ohio State

Many expect quarterback Arch Manning to be the Texas Longhorns' Superman instantly. Head coach Steve Sarkisian, though, believes it's fine if he's just Clark Kent at the start of the season.

New DJ Lagway update may have big impact on Florida's 2025 season

Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway has all "the goods" to be a superstar. That's not a question. What has been a question this offseason has been Lagway's health. 

Kansas State HC Chris Klieman provides update on Dylan Edwards' injury 

The Kansas State Wildcats barely got to see running back Dylan Edwards play in their Week 0 matchup with No. 22 Iowa State from Dublin, Ireland.

Texas' Arch Manning putting a 'red dot' on every opponent

No. 1 Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning wasn't shy when talking to reporters on Monday about his upcoming season.  Manning was asked by a reporter if he was mentally prepared to have an "X" on his back all season long during his first year as the Longhorns' starter.

Auburn's season-defining questions begin in Week 1 vs. Baylor

Entering his third season, Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze appears to be in a make-or-break year.

Matt Rhule has 'old school' plan for Nebraska's trip to Arrowhead Stadium

Matt Rhule is looking to build a tough and gritty football program at Nebraska, and heading into the team's Week 1 clash with Cincinnati on Thursday, he is taking that idea to another level.

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.

Three Group of Six teams poised for upsets in Week 1

Early each college football season, a few Power Four teams never fail to stumble against weaker opponents before finishing the year more strongly.

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.

Michigan makes major decision regarding Bryce Underwood

The Michigan Wolverines have made a long-awaited decision regarding freshman quarterback Bryce Underwood.

Week 0 produces fitting return of college football

After a long offseason, college football fans were welcomed back to a sloppy yet charming slate of games.

CFB Week 0 winners, losers: Fourth-down decisions loom large in ranked Big 12 showdown

With Week 0 in the books, here are our winners and losers from the first weekend of the college football season.

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.

No. 22 Iowa State picks up where it left off in win over rival No. 17 Kansas State

After falling one win short of the College Football Playoff a season ago, Associated Press No. 22 Iowa State Cyclones (1-0, 1-0) began its 2025 season by once again establishing itself as a Big 12 contender in a 24-21 win over No. 17 Kansas State Wildcats (0-1, 0-1).

Five takeaways from college football's Week 0

College football is back. The wacky, wild and unexpected that makes the sport so beloved was on full display Saturday with rainy weather, walk-off field goals and near-upsets welcoming fans back.

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

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