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LSU Tigers head coach Brian Kelly looks on against the Florida Gators during the first half at Tiger Stadium.

Brian Kelly’s New Job Announced One Year After College Football Firing

Matt De Lima

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Dec 1, 2025; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU president Wade Rousse, left, LSU new head coach Lane Kiffin and LSU athletic director Verge Ausberry stand together at South Stadium Club at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

LSU Makes Unexpected Move as SEC Presidents Unanimously Confirm New Penalties

Tucker Harlin

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4 Hours Ago

Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr and the Fighting Irish get our nod as the 2026–27 college football national champions.

Our 2026 College Football Crystal Ball Has Some Surprises

SI Staff

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5 Hours Ago

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith was identified in Sports Illustrated’s survey as one of college football’s highest-paid players this season. Most estimates put his total compensation north of $5 million.

Welcome to College Football’s $50 Million Era: Inside the Roster Spending Explosion

Bryan Fischer

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7 Hours Ago

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Oct 29, 2016; South Bend, IN, USA; The Notre Dame Fighting Irish celebrate after a touchdown by wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown (6) in the first quarter against the Miami Hurricanes at Notre Dame Stadium.

Ranking the Notre Dame Football Schedule from Naptime to Must-See

Nick Shepkowski

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22 Hours Ago

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith is one of the top NFL prospects this season and a Heisman Trophy contender.

The 2026 Heisman Trophy Race Has Seven Names You Need to Know

Dan Lyons

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Aug 26, 2026

Mississippi quarterback Trinidad Chambliss is primed for a thrilling encore, and is Sports Illustrated’s preseason All-American first-team quarterback for 2026.

Sports Illustrated’s 2026 College Football Preseason All-Americans

Dan Lyons, Tim Capurso

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Aug 26, 2026

Ranking College Football’s 25 Players With the Most to Prove—and the Most to Gain

Zach Koons

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Aug 26, 2026

Apr 25, 2026; Notre Dame, IN, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback CJ Carr (13) throws a pass during the Blue-Gold game at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images

Notre Dame's Player Leadership Is Clearly Defined In 2026

John Kennedy

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Aug 26, 2026

Head coach Marcus Freeman shakes hands with one of his players during a Notre Dame football practice at Irish Athletic Center on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026, in South Bend.

Notre Dame Football in Week 0: Should It Happen More Often?

Nick Shepkowski

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Aug 25, 2026

Urban Meyer Drops a Bold 2026 National Championship Prediction

James Parks

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Aug 25, 2026

A projected rundown of the 2026 College Football Playoff 12-team bracket.

2026 College Football Playoff Projections: Predicting the CFP Bracket

Matt De Lima

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Aug 25, 2026

Kirk Herbstreit stood ten toes down on his national championship pick heading into the 2026 college football season.

Kirk Herbstreit Stands Firm on National Championship Prediction Ahead of 2026 Season

Matt De Lima

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Aug 25, 2026

They Might Not All Be Title Contenders, But These 25 College Football Teams Are Must Watch

Zach Koons

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Aug 25, 2026

Jan 19, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day (left) and Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman pose with the College Football Playoff National Championship trophy at press conference at The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Savannah Ballroom.

Joel Klatt Picks Notre Dame to Win It All: Good or Bad for Irish fans?

Nick Shepkowski

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Aug 24, 2026

Fox Sports college football broadcaster Joel Klatt laid out his 12-team College Football Playoff predictions, landing on two powerhouse programs meeting for a national championship.

Joel Klatt Finally Announces His National Championship Pick Days Before 2026 Season

Matt De Lima

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Aug 24, 2026

Apr 25, 2026; Notre Dame, IN, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish kicker Spencer Porath (35) celebrates kicking the final field goal during the Blue-Gold game at Notre Dame Stadium.

Notre Dame Special Teams Preview: A Step Up or Step Back?

Nick Shepkowski

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Aug 24, 2026

Aug 31, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes running back CharMar Brown (6) scores a touchdown against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the third quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Notre Dame's Light 2026 Schedule Could Be a Blessing — or a Problem

John Kennedy

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Aug 24, 2026

Desmond Howard, Rece Davis, Pat McAfee, Nick Saban and Kirk Herbstreit on the ESPN ‘College GameDay’ set during the 2026 Rose Bowl.

Predicting Where ESPN’s ‘College GameDay’ Will Head for Each Week of 2026 Football Season

Dan Lyons

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Aug 24, 2026

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