Category: NCAA

Russell Wilson Interviews for NC State Head Coaching Job; Joins Philip Rivers in Coaching Search

Brandon King

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Wilson interviewed Tuesday for the Wolfpack’s vacant head coaching position. Wilson spent three seasons at NC State (2008–10) before transferring to Wisconsin for his final collegiate season in 2011. During his time in Raleigh, he completed 8,545 passing yards and threw 76 touchdown passes across 36 games. The 10-time Pro Bowl selection enjoyed a 14-season NFL career, highlighted by winning Super Bowl XLVIII with the Seattle Seahawks. Wilson announced his retirement in June 2026 and subsequently joined CBS Sports as an analyst. Wilson isn’t the…

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Florida State Fires Mike Norvell After Seven Seasons; Rick Stockstill Named Interim Head Coach

Brandon King

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida State has officially fired head football coach Mike Norvell, ending his seven-season tenure with the Seminoles following a disappointing 2026 campaign. According to 247Sports reporter Matt Zenitz, the Florida State coaching staff was informed of the decision Sunday. The university subsequently confirmed the move, with president Richard McCullough informing Norvell that the program was making an immediate leadership change. Florida State also announced that former Seminoles quarterback and longtime college football coach Rick Stockstill will serve as interim head coach while the university begins a national…

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BREAKING: Southern Nazarene Safety Tyler Ulrich, 21, Died From Traumatic Brain Injury and Brain Bleed

Brandon King

Southern Nazarene University football player Tyler Ulrich, 21, died from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and bleeding in the brain, according to findings from the medical examiner. Ulrich, a safety for the Southern Nazarene Crimson Storm, was just 21 years old. His death is a heartbreaking loss for the university, his teammates, coaches, family and the broader college football community. According to ESPN’s report, the medical examiner’s findings provide additional information about the circumstances surrounding Ulrich’s death. What happened October 10, 2026: Ulrich suffered a traumatic injury during Southern Nazarene’s…

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NCAA Sues Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Over Fifth-Year Eligibility Fight for Class of 2022 Athletes

Brandon King

The battle over college athletes’ eligibility is heading to federal court after Ohio’s governor issued an executive order challenging the NCAA’s restrictions. The NCAA is suing Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine over an executive order that gives Ohio colleges and universities the option to allow student-athletes from the high school Class of 2022 to compete for a fifth season. Filed Friday, October 16, 2026, in federal court in the Southern District of Ohio, the lawsuit challenges DeWine’s authority to override the NCAA’s eligibility rules. NCAA President Charlie Baker says allowing individual…

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BREAKING: College Football Playoff Nears 24-Team Expansion for 2027

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College football could be preparing for its biggest postseason change yet. The College Football Playoff is reportedly close to reaching a deal to expand from 12 teams to 24 teams beginning with the 2027 season, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel CNN. The proposed agreement is expected to come together soon, pending final approvals. If finalized, the expansion would give more programs an opportunity to compete for a national championship. How Would a 24-Team CFP Work? The proposed format has been centered on the following structure: These details reflect the reported…

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Florida State’s $430 Million Debt Could Complicate Mike Norvell’s Future as Coaching Pressure Mounts

Brandon King

Florida State football is facing a costly decision as mounting pressure on Mike Norvell collides with the university’s significant athletic department debt. Florida State University has a major financial challenge on its hands, and it could complicate the future of head football coach Mike Norvell. According to reporting from ESPN, Florida State’s athletic department carries more than $430 million in debt, much of it tied to athletic facilities. That financial burden could make it difficult for the Seminoles to take on additional debt to fund a potential coaching change. The…

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Ole Miss Is Leaving Nike for Adidas in Massive 7-Year Deal Worth More Than $20 Million Per Year

Brandon King

The Nike era at Ole Miss appears to be coming to an end. The Rebels are set to leave Nike and join Adidas beginning in 2027 as part of a reported seven-year agreement worth more than $20 million annually, according to reports. The deal is expected to run from July 1, 2027 through 2034, bringing an end to Ole Miss’ relationship with Nike that dates back to 1999.  And this isn’t simply an apparel switch. The reported Adidas agreement is expected to include significant NIL commitments for Ole Miss athletes,…

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BREAKING: Senate Passes Protect College Sports Act, 77-22; Bill Now Heads to House

Brandon King

The U.S. Senate has taken a major step toward creating a national framework for college sports. The Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act, 77-22, on Monday, sending legislation designed to establish federal rules governing NIL, athlete compensation, transfers, eligibility and other aspects of college athletics to the House of Representatives. The bipartisan bill was introduced by Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) and has advanced through the Senate after months of negotiations. Now comes the more uncertain part of the process: the House. The House is not…

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Senate Rejects $5 Million Salary Cap for College Coaches

Brandon King

The U.S. Senate has rejected an amendment that would have placed a $5 million annual salary cap on college coaches, leaving the issue of escalating coaching compensation outside the current version of the college sports legislation. The amendment was introduced by Sens. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) as part of the debate surrounding the Protect College Sports Act. The proposal would have prohibited an institution from providing more than $5 million per year in compensation to a coach of a varsity sports team.  The proposed cap would have…

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From Lake Volta to the Football Field: Emmanuel Crawford Has Already Survived the Impossible

Brandon King

At 3 years old, Emmanuel Crawford was sold into Ghana’s fishing trade. Today, the former Oklahoma Player of the Year is still chasing his football dream — and carrying a remarkable story of survival with him. There are football stories about five-star recruits. There are stories about small-town players who become legends under Friday-night lights. And then there is Emmanuel Crawford. His football journey began long before he ever put on a helmet. It began thousands of miles away in Ghana, where Crawford was sold into the fishing trade on…

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