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Oct 28, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; USC Trojans defensive lineman Bear Alexander (90) gestures during the third quarter against the California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Transfer Portal Defensive Lineman Bear Alexander’s NIL Valuation Amid Visits

Cory Pappas

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Dec 12, 2024

Nov 23, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. (0) celebrates after a stop against the Kentucky Wildcats on fourth down in the third quarter at Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ricardo B. Brazziell/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

College Football Playoff First-Round Matchup History & Game Notes

Brett Gibbons

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Dec 11, 2024

UCF Knights defensive back Chasen Johnson

USC Trojans Hosting Elite Transfer Portal Cornerback Chasen Johnson From UCF

Angela Miele

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Dec 11, 2024

This year found the College Football Playoff making history not just for its first 12-team field, but that one of those teams was leaked before they made the announcement.

'Furious' College Football Playoff will investigate leak of SMU edging out Alabama

James Parks

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Dec 11, 2024

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Arkansas Razorbacks athletics director Hunter Yurachek prior to the game against Arkansas-Pine Bluff at War Memorial Stadium.

Fans Know Exactly Which Athletics Director They Want

Kent Smith

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Dec 11, 2024

The SMU mascot waves a flag on Nov 30, 2024.

'Furious' CFP Director Says SMU Leak Will Be Investigated

Brigid Kennedy

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Dec 10, 2024

Oct 28, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; USC Trojans defensive lineman Bear Alexander (90) gestures during the third quarter against the California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

USC Trojans Transfer Bear Alexander Lists Oregon, Penn State, SMU as Destinations

Kendell Hollowell

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Dec 10, 2024

USC Trojans defensive lineman Bear Alexander is in the transfer portal for a second time, former Georgia Bulldogs defender.

Oregon Ducks Top Transfer Portal Targets: Bear Alexander, Micah Hudson

Charlie Viehl

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Dec 10, 2024

Oct 28, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; USC Trojans defensive lineman Bear Alexander (90) reaches out to tackle California Golden Bears running back Jaydn Ott (1) during the third quarter at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

USC Trojans' Bear Alexander to Visit Oregon Ducks? Transfer Portal

Arden Cravalho

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Dec 10, 2024

The Arizona State Sun Devils team celebrate with the trophy after winning the Big 12 championship. They are the No. 4 seed in the College Football Playoff.

Everything You Need to Know About the 12 College Football Playoff Teams

Bryan Fischer, Mike McDaniel, Pat Forde, Zach Koons

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Dec 9, 2024

Oregon claimed the Big Ten championship and the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff.

Full College Football Playoff Bracket Expert Predictions

Bryan Fischer, Pat Forde

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Dec 8, 2024

Alabama Crimson Tide head coach DeBoer is upset with officials after a Tide player was called for a personal foul against Auburn.

Alabama to Face Big-Name Opponent In NYE Bowl Game After Missing Out on CFP

Blake Silverman

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Dec 8, 2024

Penn State tight end Tyler Warren and the Nittany Lions have one of the easiest paths to the College Football Playoff national championship game.

College Football Playoff Bracket Analysis: Easiest, Hardest Paths to National Championship Game

Bryan Fischer

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Dec 9, 2024

Rhett Lashlee leads SMU onto the field for the 2024 ACC Championship game against the Clemson Tigers.

SMU Coach Pokes Fun at ESPN Drama, Shouts Out Brett McMurphy During 'Selection Show'

Stephen Douglas

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Dec 8, 2024

Kirk Herbstreit and Mike Greenberg discuss the College Football Playoff field on ESPN.

Kirk Herbstreit Wants No Part of College Football Playoff Debate After FSU Debacle

Blake Silverman

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Dec 8, 2024

The First Round of the 2024 College Football Playoff begins on Friday, Dec. 20.

College Football Playoff First-Round Dates, Times, Channels, Streaming and Locations

Mike Kadlick

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Dec 9, 2024

Why did SMU get in the College Football Playoff while Alabama missed out?

SMU over Alabama: College Football Playoff chair explains final bracket

James Parks

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Dec 8, 2024

Alabama went 9-3 and missed the College Football Playoff in its first season under head coach Kalen DeBoer.

CFP Committee Explains Why SMU Beat Out Alabama for Final Spot

Ryan Phillips

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Dec 8, 2024

SMU burst into the 12-team College Football Playoff despite a last-second loss in the ACC championship game Saturday.

CFP Selection Committee Gets It Right With SMU Over Alabama

Pat Forde

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Dec 9, 2024

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