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Jacob Harrison

Jacob Harrison

Joined: May 15, 2025

Jacob is a sportswriter covering the NFL, college football and basketball, and more. He has written professionally since 2019, covering the Alabama Crimson Tide, Pittsburgh Steelers, the Iowa Hawkeyes, and Michigan sports. He grew up in Alabama, where he graduated from the University of Alabama, and currently lives in Michigan.

Feb 11, 2025; Omaha, Nebraska, USA; Connecticut Huskies forward Liam McNeeley (30) celebrates a basket against the Creighton Bluejays during the second half at CHI Health Center Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images
Basketball

UConn Star Receives New Ranking Before 2025 NBA Draft

Liam McNeeley's stock has been all over the place ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft.

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Jun 17, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers (5) reacts during the second half against the Golden State Valkyries at College Park Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Basketball

UConn Star Paige Bueckers Receives Strong Backing in Rookie of the Year Chase

Despite the Wings struggles and early-season hiccups, Bueckers is still in the driver seat as the WNBA's top rookie.

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Nov 6, 2024; Storrs, Connecticut, USA; Connecticut Huskies head coach Dan Hurley watches from the sideline as they take on the Sacred Heart Pioneers at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
Basketball

Dan Hurley, UConn Earn Deserved Hype in Big East Rankings

After falling short last season, the Huskies are poised to reclaim the Big East next season.

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Jan 29, 2025; Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies head coach Dan Hurley watches from the sideline as they take on the DePaul Blue Demons at XL Center. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
Basketball

UConn, Dan Hurley Set for Huge New Scheduling Series

The Huskies will meet one of college basketball's premier programs for an exciting home-and-home series in each of the next two seasons.

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Mar 1, 2025; Providence, Rhode Island, USA; Connecticut Huskies forward Liam McNeeley (30) dribbles against the Providence Friars during the second half at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images
Basketball

UConn Star’s Draft Stock Still Strong Despite ESPN Ranking Slide

The former Husky star has kept his draft stock high.

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Aug 31, 2023; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies head coach Jim Mora watches from the sideline as they take on the North Carolina State Wolfpack at Rentschler Field at Pratt & Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
Football

5 Opposing Players Who Could Cause Problems for UConn Football in 2025

UConn's schedule may not be the toughest in the nation, but it won't be without its challenges.

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Jan 12, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans guard Kayleigh Heckel (9) brings the ball up the court during the fourth quarter against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images
Basketball

UConn's New Elite Recruit Earns High Praise from High School Coach

It seems Geno Auriemma's newest Transfer Portal project is worth the investment.

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Mar 21, 2025; Raleigh, NC, USA; Connecticut Huskies head coach Dan Hurley reacts during the second half against Oklahoma Sooners at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
Basketball

ESPN Reveals Eye-Opening Ranking for UConn, Dan Hurley

Dan Hurley's efforts on the recruiting trail have not gone unnoticed.

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Mar 21, 2025; Raleigh, NC, USA; Connecticut Huskies head coach Dan Hurley reacts during the first half against the Oklahoma Sooners at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
Basketball

Dan Hurley, UConn Receive Head-Turning ESPN Prediction

UConn heads into another season with sky-high expectations.

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