College Football

[ad_1] Few Tennessee defenders have generated more buzz in recent years than James Pearce Jr. Ranked No. 2 behind only Colorado star Travis Hunter in CBS Sports’ Top 100 players in college football for 2024, Pearce has entered the conversation as a potential No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.  He earned All-SEC First Team honors last season after …

[ad_1] One of the best from the West Coast, now at IMG Academy in Florida, will play his college football in the Pacific Northwest. Rising-senior Raiden Vines-Bright announced his commitment to Jedd Fisch and Washington on Monday, fresh off of spending the weekend on campus with family for an extended visit with the new staff in town. “I’m committed to …

[ad_1] Steve Sloan, the former Alabama football quarterback and athletics director, died Sunday in Orlando, Florida at the age of 79, according to an obituary written by Wayne Atcheson, a former UA sports information director. Sloan spent the past three months in memory care. He died at Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital with his wife, Brenda, by his side. …

[ad_1] USATSI Former Alabama quarterback and longtime college football coach Steve Sloan has died. Sloan, who won two national championships while playing under legendary coach Paul “Bear” Bryant, was 79. Sloan began his Alabama career as a backup to Joe Namath, though he earned some playing time in 1964 as Namath dealt with a nagging knee injury. The Crimson Tide …

[ad_1] MANHATTAN — It has been well documented that Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson is all in when it comes to running the Wildcats’ offense. Coaches and teammates alike have marveled at his dedication, determination and thirst for knowledge as he prepares to take the reins full time as a sophomore in 2024. The long hours watching tape and conversing …

[ad_1] Apr. 15—CHAMPAIGN — Yes, Illinois football coach Bret Bielema has considered the issue Northwestern is facing with its home field this season. Even though his Illini won’t visit the Wildcats for 229 days. Eager to get started on the renovation at Ryan Field, Northwestern has already torn down its former home. The school announced last week plans to play …

[ad_1] Apr. 15—COLUMBUS — If Chip Kelly wanted to make a good first impression as Ohio State offensive coordinator, he figured out a good way to do it Saturday. When the Buckeyes’ No. 1 offense took the field for the first time in the spring game, TreVeyon Henderson lined up on the right wing with Quinshon Judkins and Patrick Gurd …

[ad_1] Saint James School will hire Larry Ware as its new athletic director, effective May 1, the school announced Monday. Ware joined the Trojans staff in 2012 serving as the assistant football coach and head track coach. Ware will succeed Katie Barton, who has served as the athletic director since December 2020. Barton will continue as the head girls basketball …

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[ad_1] Steve Sloan is all smiles as he meets the press and supporters during a press conference Feb. 15, 1973, which he was introduce as the new head football coach for the Vanderbilt Commodores. Steve Sloan, who posted a winning career record as a Vanderbilt football coach, died Sunday. He was 79 and had been in memory care in Orlando, …

[ad_1] With visits and spring games all across the country, it was another busy weekend on the recruiting trail and Rivals national recruiting director Adam Gorney has you covered in this week’s Recruiting Rumor Mill: ***** FACT OR FICTION: There will be another five-star QB in the 2025 class CLASS OF 2024 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position | State …

[ad_1] BLOOMINGTON — Indiana football got a verbal commitment from FCS All-American cornerback Cedarius Doss on Sunday afternoon. Doss announced his decision on social media. The move gives Indiana some added depth in the secondary with Nic Toomer moving over to safety. The Hoosiers have Kobee Minor, Jamari Sharpe, Jamier Johnson and JoJo Johnson in the mix for playing time at …

[ad_1] STILLWATER — A year ago, the focus of Oklahoma State’s tight ends was schematic. The position group that for years had been called the Cowboy Back was divided into tight ends and fullbacks. But the change wasn’t in name only. The tight ends were shifting back to a more traditional role on the end of the offensive line, with …

[ad_1] April 15 is a day circled on calendars across college football. The NCAA Transfer Portal reopened Monday for a 15-day window, closing on April 30. However, graduate transfers can enter the portal whenever. Over the years, Florida A&M has built talented rosters through the transfer portal. First-year Rattlers head coach James Colzie III looks to replicate the same style of team that won last season’s Black …

[ad_1] EAST LANSING — One of Brian Wozniak’s first memories of Spartan Stadium came from the sidelines during one of the most iconic plays in Michigan State football history. A night game Oct. 22, 2011. The play call: “Rocket,” a Hail Mary from Kirk Cousins to Keith Nichol off a ricochet and stretch as time expired for the game-winning touchdown. …