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Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza led the Hoosiers to their first Big Ten championship in 58 years in 2025, defeating Ohio State for their first conference title since 1967, which was also the year before their last Rose Bowl appearance.

2026 NFL Draft QB Tiers: Evaluating the Top 15 At Season’s End

Daniel Flick

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Dec 9, 2025

Oklahoma wide receiver Jayden Gibson

Former Oklahoma WR, Blue Chip Recruit Enters Transfer Portal

John Hoover

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Dec 8, 2025

Oklahoma Sooners head coach Bob Stoops celebrates an interception with defensive tackle Gerald McCoy (93) during the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman in 2008.

Ahead of Oklahoma-Alabama Playoff Game, What are the Top 5 Games in Owen Field History?

Ryan Aber

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Dec 8, 2025

Oklahoma defensive tackle David Stone (0) and safety Peyton Bowen (22) hit Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson.

What Aspects of Its First Win Over Alabama Can Oklahoma Replicate in the CFP Rematch?

Ryan Chapman

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Dec 8, 2025

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Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer

Who Has the Edge Between John Mateer, Ty Simpson Ahead of Oklahoma-Alabama Rematch?

Carson Field

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Dec 8, 2025

Oct 14, 2023; South Bend, Indiana, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley talks on his headset in the third quarter against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images

What Four-Star Elija Harmon's Commitment to Oklahoma Means for USC Recruiting

Jalon Dixon

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Dec 8, 2025

Dec 7, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. (19) returns a punt for a touchdown against the Las Vegas Raiders during the first half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Sooners in the NFL: Ex-Oklahoma Players Stand Out in Broncos’ Win

Carson Field

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Dec 8, 2025

Ohio State wide receivers Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate celebrate a big play in the Big Ten championship.

How 2025 College Football Playoff Bracket Would Look Using Old Formats

Tom Dierberger

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Dec 8, 2025

Oklahoma Sooners head coach Brent Venables celebrates with defensive lineman Gracen Halton

This Oklahoma Team of Mantras Goes Into The CFP With Yet Another Chip on Its Shoulder

Brady Trantham

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Dec 8, 2025

Oklahoma prospect Trey Stewart

Sunday Offering: Oklahoma Among Finalists for Class of 2027 Athlete

Carson Field

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Dec 7, 2025

Oct 25, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners fans during the second half against the Ole Miss Rebels at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

From Their Backyards to Back Home: The Sooners Finally Get a CFP Reward in Norman

Brady Trantham

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Dec 7, 2025

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables

Brent Venables is Unbeaten in Rematches, But College Football Playoff is a Different Animal

John Hoover

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Dec 7, 2025

The updated ESPN top 25 college football rankings as the playoff selection committee is due to reveal its final decisions.

College football rankings: ESPN updates Top 25 poll entering Bowl Season

James Parks

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Dec 7, 2025

The Irish were left out of the 12-team College Football Playoff field, but what about a 16- or 24-team format?

What Potential Matchups in 16- and 24-Team CFP Formats Would Look Like in 2025

Bryan Fischer

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Dec 7, 2025

Oklahoma defensive line commit Elija Harmon

Oklahoma Lands Pledge from 4-Star Class of 2027 Defensive Lineman

Carson Field

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Dec 7, 2025

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables

Why Oklahoma HC Brent Venables is ‘Incredibly Excited’ to Host First-Round Game

Carson Field

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Dec 7, 2025

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables

Oklahoma Coach Brent Venables Rules Out Veteran Defender for Alabama Rematch

Ryan Chapman

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Dec 7, 2025

Nebraska linebacker Dasan McCullough was named an All-Big Ten Honorable Mention for his efforts in 2025.

Nebraska's Dasan McCullough Declares for NFL Draft

Trevor Tarr

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Dec 7, 2025

Alabama made it into the College Football Playoff field despite its 28-7 loss to Georgia in the SEC championship game Saturday.

Betting odds released for opening round of College Football Playoff

Ryan Young

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Dec 7, 2025

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