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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day watches from the sideline during the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal game against the Miami Hurricanes on Dec. 31, 2025.

No. 1 team revealed in way-too-early rankings for 2026 college football season

Tucker Harlin

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Jan 19, 2026

College football teams with most national championships in the modern era

James Parks

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Jan 19, 2026

Nov 8, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; The Golden Dome atop the Main Building with fall foliage before the Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. the Navy Midshipmen logos at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images

Notre Dame Demonstrating Long-Term Commitment To Being Elite

John Kennedy

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Jan 19, 2026

Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love celebrates after getting a first down in the second half of an NCAA football game against USC.

Cowboys draft analyst reveals 6 prospects he would select at No. 12

Randy Gurzi

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Jan 18, 2026

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Kemon Spell, McKeesport running back, soaks up the atmosphere of the game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and Texas Longhorns at Ohio Stadium.

No. 1 RB strongly linked to two major college football teams

Rowan Fisher Shotton

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Jan 18, 2026

Sep 27, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman leads the team in celebration after the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Notre Dame won 56-13. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Notre Dame Hits Home Run In Addressing Portal Needs

John Kennedy

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Jan 17, 2026

Nov 15, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman arrives at the stadium to coach the Fighting Irish against the Pittsburgh Panthers at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Is Notre Dame Finished With The Transfer Portal Window?

Mason Plummer

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Jan 17, 2026

Sep 27, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman during the fourth quarter against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Notre Dame won 56-13.

Why Marcus Freeman’s ESPN Presence Is a Huge Win for Notre Dame

Nick Shepkowski

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Jan 16, 2026

Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos safety Carter Stoutmire (23) against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Former Colorado Safety Carter Stoutmire Chooses SEC Over Buffaloes

Thomas Gorski

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Jan 16, 2026

Dec 20, 2025; Eugene, OR, USA; Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore (5) looks on before the game against the James Madison Dukes at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Dante Moore Shakes Up Preseason Rankings Projection With Return To Oregon

Charlie Viehl

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Jan 16, 2026

Marcus Freeman will be at the College Football Playoff national championship, just not in the role he was hoping to have.

‘College GameDay’ Announces Guest Picker for CFP National Championship

Tyler Lauletta

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Jan 16, 2026

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore warms up as the Oregon Ducks host the Oklahoma State Cowboys on Sept. 6, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon.

Dante Moore's Heisman Trophy Odds Revealed Amid Return To Oregon

Angela Miele

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Jan 16, 2026

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman looks on in the second half of a NCAA football game against NC State at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in South Bend.

'College GameDay' announces unexpected guest for national championship game

Tucker Harlin

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Jan 16, 2026

Former Oregon defensive lineman Tionne Gray, here batting a pass, caused a shift atop 247's overall recruiting rankings

Historic college football program overtakes Texas in overall team recruiting rankings

Joe Cox

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Jan 15, 2026

Sep 20, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman celebrates against the Purdue Boilermakers during the first half at Notre Dame Stadium.

Ranking Notre Dame’s Top Transfer Portal Additions for the 2026 Season

Nick Shepkowski

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Jan 15, 2026

Sep 14, 2024; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive lineman Tionne Gray (50) with pressure on Oregon State Beavers quarterback Gevani McCoy (4) during the second half at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Craig Strobeck-Imagn Images

Notre Dame Lands Elite Defensive Lineman in Transfer Portal

Mason Plummer

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Jan 15, 2026

Oct 18, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish head coach Marcus Freeman celebrates with quarterback CJ Carr (13) during the first half against the Southern California Trojans at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images

Marcus Freeman Delivers Stabilizing Notre Dame State Of The Union Address

John Kennedy

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Jan 15, 2026

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman takes the field with his team before playing Purdue at Notre Dame Stadium.

Marcus Freeman Addresses NFL Rumors, Reaffirms Commitment to Notre Dame

Jack Ankony

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Jan 14, 2026

Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman celebrates after the defense scored a safety in the second half of a NCAA football game against NC State at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in South Bend.

Notre Dame Targets Major Final Piece in Transfer Portal Push

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Jan 14, 2026

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