Category: football

NCAA Eliminates FCS-to-FBS Transition Penalty, Clearing Immediate Bowl Eligibility for North Dakota State and Sacramento State

Brandon King

In a move that has been widely praised across the college football landscape, the NCAA has voted to eliminate the postseason transition penalty for schools moving from the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) to the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS). The decision means programs such as North Dakota State and Sacramento State will be eligible to compete in bowl games immediately, rather than being forced to wait through a multi-year transition period. For years, schools making the leap from FCS to FBS faced restrictions that prevented them from participating in bowl games…

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Utah Ends Under Armour Era, Signs Seven-Year Partnership with Adidas Beginning in 2027

Brandon King

A major shift is coming to Salt Lake City. The University of Utah has officially announced a seven-year agreement with Adidas that will make the Three Stripes the exclusive footwear, uniform, apparel, and sideline partner for Utes Athletics beginning with the 2027-28 academic year. The move brings an end to Utah’s long-standing relationship with Under Armour, which has outfitted the program since 2008 and served as the school’s department-wide apparel partner since 2011.   This fall will mark the final season of Utah’s 18-year run with Under Armour, closing one…

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15 Players Sue NCAA Over New Five-Year Eligibility Rule One Day After Historic Change

Brandon King

The NCAA’s newly approved age-based eligibility model is already facing a significant legal challenge. Just one day after NCAA officials unanimously approved a new structure that grants student-athletes five years to compete in five seasons beginning either upon college enrollment or when they turn 19 years old, a group of 15 college basketball players filed a lawsuit seeking an opportunity to benefit from the rule change. The plaintiffs argue that the NCAA’s decision to implement the new model without extending eligibility relief to athletes who have already completed four seasons…

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NCAA Officially Adopts New Age-Based Eligibility Model

Brandon King

The NCAA has approved a major change to its eligibility rules, ushering in a new era for college athletics. The Division I governance cabinet unanimously voted to adopt an age-based eligibility structure that will grant student-athletes five years to compete in five seasons, beginning either when they first enroll in college or when they turn 19 years old—whichever occurs first. The move represents one of the most significant eligibility reforms in NCAA history and is designed to create a more standardized framework across all sports. Under the previous system, athletes…

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Ohio Valley Conference announces return to traditional football branding

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Courtesy of Kyle Schwartz, Associate Commissioner for Strategic Communications, Ohio Valley Conference Building upon a legacy that spans nearly 80 years and includes national championship teams, All-Americans, National Players of the Year and NFL draft picks, the Ohio Valley Conference announced today that its football-playing members will once again compete under the OVC name and logo beginning with the 2026 season. The return to the OVC identity follows three successful years of partnership with the Big South Conference under the names Big South-OVC Football Association (2023, 2024) and OVC-Big South…

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Ethan Pritchard Takes Major Step Forward in Recovery Journey

Brandon King

Florida State linebacker Ethan Pritchard reached a remarkable milestone this week, taking his first steps without a walker while celebrating his 19th birthday with family and loved ones. The moment comes just 10 months after Pritchard survived a gunshot wound to the head, an injury that threatened not only his football career but his life. Since then, he has undergone an arduous rehabilitation process, showing incredible determination and resilience every step of the way. Videos and photos from the celebration captured an emotional scene as Pritchard walked unassisted, drawing cheers…

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Former 49ers Star Aldon Smith Dies at 36 After Spending Final Day Giving Back

Brandon King

The football world is mourning the loss of former NFL pass-rushing standout Aldon Smith, who died at the age of 36. According to reports, Smith spent part of the final day of his life delivering pizzas to a local homeless charity, helping those in need just hours before tragedy struck. Later that day, Smith was found unresponsive inside a vehicle and was pronounced dead after being transported to a local hospital. Authorities have not yet released an official cause of death, which remains under investigation. Smith was one of the…

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Former Oklahoma State Coach Bob Simmons Passes Away At 77

Brandon King

The college football community is mourning the loss of former Oklahoma State head coach and trailblazer Bob Simmons, who passed away at the age of 77. Simmons leaves behind a legacy that extends far beyond the football field. In 1995, he became the first Black head football coach in Oklahoma State history, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of coaches throughout college athletics. During his six seasons leading the Cowboys, Simmons compiled a 30-38 record and helped guide the program through the formative years of the Big…

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Deion Sanders Announces He Is Cancer-Free Following Bladder Cancer Battle

Brandon King

There are victories that happen on the football field, and then there are victories that mean far more than the game itself. Colorado head coach Deion Sanders shared uplifting news on Monday, announcing that he is officially cancer-free after being diagnosed with bladder cancer in April 2025. Speaking publicly about his health, Sanders expressed gratitude for the medical professionals who helped him through the process and credited his faith for carrying him during one of the toughest challenges of his life. “I’m cancer-free. I’m good. Great doctors in Colorado that…

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Kentucky Football Mourns The Passing Of Defensive Lineman Nicholas Smith At Age 20

Brandon King

lThe Kentucky football program is mourning the loss of one of its own. On Monday, the Wildcats announced that defensive lineman Nicholas “Nic” Smith passed away at the age of 20. Smith, a redshirt freshman from Loganville, Georgia, was entering his second season with the program after joining Kentucky as part of its 2025 recruiting class. According to university officials, Smith was found Monday morning at a campus residence hall. Authorities stated that there were no immediate indications of foul play, though the investigation remains ongoing. The loss has sent…

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