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The Paul Bunyan Trophy goes to the winner of the annual Michigan-Michigan State rivalry game.

The biggest rivalry games in college football for Week 9

Josh Helmholdt

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Oct 24, 2025

Pittsburgh quarterback Mason Heintschel led the Panthers to a dominant win over Boston College in the true freshman's first start under center.

Beating the Spread: Week 6’s most surprising college football outcomes

Josh Helmholdt

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Oct 6, 2025

Ferris State coach Tony Annese has coached the Bulldogs since 2012.

Top D2 team ranked ahead of 18 FBS programs in ESPN’s SP+ college football rankings

Matt De Lima

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Sep 8, 2025

Auburn Tigers quarterback Jackson Arnold will hope to get the passing game going against a porous Ball State defense.

Auburn vs. Ball State Prediction and Preview

Micah Farmer

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Sep 6, 2025

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Hugh Freeze and the Auburn Tigers got an important season-opening win against Baylor on Friday.

Hugh Freeze Focused on Auburn Tigers' Mentality, Not Ball State

Ginny Duffy

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Sep 5, 2025

Auburn Tigers running back Damari Alston rushed 16 times for 84 yards and a touchdown against Baylor.

Auburn Tigers Suffer Injury Blow Ahead of Clash with Ball State

Brooks Crew

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Sep 4, 2025

Trey'Dez Green is a great bet to score a touchdown in Week 1 action against Clemson.

Best College Football Bets Today for Week 1 (Predictions for Alabama-Florida State, LSU-Clemson and More)

Iain MacMillan

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Aug 30, 2025

Texas is an underdog against Ohio State in College Football Week 1.

College Football Week 1 Best Bets (Texas Will Take Down Ohio State on Saturday)

Iain MacMillan

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Aug 28, 2025

Dec 27, 2024; Memphis, TN, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders wide receiver Caleb Douglas (5) reacts after a first down catch during the second quarter against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Top 5 Offensive Players Oregon State Football Will Face In 2025

Kyle Clements

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Jul 3, 2025

Arkansas Razorbacks coach Dave Van Horn visiting with national media at practice for the Super Regional against the Tennessee Volunteers at Baum-Walker Stadium in Fayetteville, Ark.

Arkansas makes first big position player splash out of the portal

Daniel Shi

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Jun 24, 2025

Dec 7, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin shakes hands with Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning in the 2024 Big Ten Championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium.

A History of Major College Football Conference Realignment

Kaleb Henry

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Jun 30, 2025

Boston College Football Offensive Lineman Transfer Headed to Ball State

Kim Rankin

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May 10, 2025

Oct 19, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Ball State Cardinals tight end Tanner Koziol (88) celebrates his touchdown with tight end Christian Abney (87) against the Vanderbilt Commodores during the second half at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Adds Ball State Tight End Through Transfer Portal

Pranav Hegde

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May 2, 2025

Indiana offensive coordinator is shown during his career on the Hoosiers' staff.

One-Time Indiana Football Assistant Coach Mike DeBord Dead At 69

Todd Golden

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Apr 15, 2025

Sep 14, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Ball State Cardinals wide receiver Justin Bowick (1) runs with the football against the Miami Hurricanes during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Illinois Football WR Justin Bowick Reunites With Former Head Coach

Zain Bando

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Feb 7, 2025

Sep 11, 2021; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars helmet sits during a game against the Portland State Vikings in the second half at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium. The Cougars won 44-24. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

RECRUITING: 6'4" JUCO Tight End Jesiah Cornwell Commits To Washington State

Joe Londergan

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Feb 4, 2025

Oct 19, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Ball State Cardinals head coach Mike Neu paces the sidelines against the Vanderbilt Commodores during the second half at FirstBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Hires Former Ball State Coach Mike Neu as Senior Offensive Analyst

Zain Bando

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Jan 30, 2025

Son of Former Gamecock QB Anthony Wright, QB Khalel Wright, on his OV to Ball State

Son of Former Gamecock QB Anthony Wright, QB Khalel Wright, Commits to Ball State

Fisher Brewer

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Jan 24, 2025

Colorado State football offensive coordinator Joey Lynch talks to media at Canvas Stadium on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020.

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4 Names To Watch in Ball State Football Head Coach Search

G5 Football Daily Staff

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Nov 19, 2024

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