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SEC draws rule to stop NFL, NBA, WNBA players from returning

After the Big Ten passed a rule stopping players returning from the NFL from playing at its schools, the SEC followed suit, but took it further, adding basketball in announcing a policy forbidding members from rostering anyone from the NFL, NBA and WNBA.

Linebacker Lewis heading into his final season at No. 10 Oklahoma with something to prove

Lewis, a 6-foot-1, 235-pound senior from Carthage, Texas, recorded a team-high 76 tackles last season, including 10 1/2 for a loss. In 2024, he had 65 tackles and four sacks and returned interceptions for touchdowns against Auburn and Alabama.

From ‘ridiculous’ to viral success: Akron’s offensive coordinator contest has been a big hit

Some people thought Andrew Goodrich was bonkers when he suggested that the University of Akron hold a contest to name an “Offensive Coordinator of the Game” for its home opener against Robert Morris on Sept. 12.

NCAA approves ABS option for baseball next season

The Automated Ball/Strike system has been approved for use next season in all divisions of college baseball, the NCAA announced Tuesday.

Kiffin: Conferences using double standard with court orders

Lane Kiffin said that the SEC and Big Ten are using a moralistic double standard by allowing certain players with court orders to play while attempting to ban others.

Tennessee athletic director blasts ‘archaic’ NCAA rules as Carter ban cut to one game

The NCAA agreed to reduce Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter’s suspension from two games to one over a $427 flight to an NFL training facility during the pre-draft process, Volunteers athletic director Danny White said Tuesday.

NCAA reduces Vols LB Carter’s suspension to one game for $427 flight

The controversial suspension to Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter has been reduced from two games to one, Vols athletic director Danny White confirmed on Tuesday.

London follows Dublin as college football host city. Are more European locations in game plan?

Report: Big Ten won’t allow players to return from NFL

The Big Ten is set to pass a rule Tuesday that doesn't allow players to return from the NFL and play for one of its schools, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel.

Who’s in? Who wins? Way too early prediction for the 2026 College Football Playoff

The playoff that everyone wanted — make that, demanded — is now a fixture in college football.

How Day has survived and succeeded in a decade at Ohio State

Ryan Day is entering his 10th year in Columbus. From OC to trouble with Michigan, calls for his job and an ultimate breakthrough, he has seen it all.

Luis Jr. cleared by judge to play for LSU after spending time with 2 NBA teams

RJ Luis Jr., a former St. John’s standout who recently signed with LSU after spending time with two NBA clubs, was cleared by a court Monday evening to start practicing and potentially play for the Tigers this season.

Sanders says subpoena in son Shilo’s bankruptcy case not a distraction ahead of season opener

Deion Sanders has a knack for staying in the headlines whether it’s on the field or in court proceedings.

An NFL player coming back to college? Yes, it could happen. Here's why

These used to be among the fundamental facts about going to college in America: College lasts four years. And though that timeline had been flexible when it comes to sports, there was never much debate over the notion that once a player moved on to the pros their days as a college athlete were over.

Hoover faces new challenge in replacing Heisman winner on defending champion Indiana

Josh Hoover’s player bio looks different from most of this year’s other quarterbacks in the Bowl Subdivision.

Ole Miss had FBI sweep for bugs after Lane Kiffin's exit for LSU

The executive director of Ole Miss’ NIL collective said FBI agents searched the Rebels’ football office for recording devices after former coach Lane Kiffin left for SEC rival LSU following the 2025 regular season.

How are NFL training camp players returning to college football?

The new five-for-five rule has players who started college in 2022 seeking a second chance on campus.

Top freshmen to watch this season include quarterbacks at Vanderbilt and Tennessee

There’s a realistic possibility that each of the Southeastern Conference programs in the state of Tennessee could open the season with a freshman starting quarterback.

All-America RB Hardy to miss Missouri’s season opener after being shot at concert in May

Ahmad Hardy, an Associated Press All-America running back, will miss Missouri’s season-opening game as he recovers from being shot in the leg three months ago.

Missouri RB Hardy won't be ready for season opener, sources said

Missouri star running back Ahmad Hardy will not be available for the start of the season as he still hasn't practiced for the Tigers, , sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel on Saturday.