College Sports

Smackover Routs Centerpoint 48-20 Behind Short-Yardage Unit

Football coverage highlights Smackover’s productive short-yardage package, Tampa Bay running back Bucky Irving’s career-best 165 rushing yards against Dallas, and an unbeaten Arab team facing Boaz for a region title. Other updates include Prattville’s upset in Alabama flag football and Chicago-area prep storylines involving standout players, playoff brackets and upcoming games.

No. 14 Virginia ends road drought, routs SMU

No. 14 Virginia women’s soccer ended its road scoring and winless drought with a 5-1 win at SMU, pulling away late after building an early lead. Virginia’s football team, meanwhile, was set to visit SMU as a 7.5-point underdog after beating Syracuse, with consistency and containing the Mustangs’ passing attack identified as key challenges.

Ohio State Lists Six Players Questionable for Maryland

Ohio State could be without starting wide receivers Devin McCuin and Brandon Inniss, as well as right tackle Phillip Daniels, for its game against Maryland; all three are listed as questionable. The injury report also lists several other Buckeyes as questionable or out, while nickelback Jay Timmons has been cleared to play.

Iowa QB Hank Brown questionable against Washington

Iowa quarterback Hank Brown is questionable for Friday’s game at Washington after spraining his throwing shoulder against Ohio State. Coach Kirk Ferentz said Brown may be medically cleared, but Jeremy Hecklinski is taking first-team reps and is the likely starter if Brown isn’t ready.

Saban Blames NIL for 33 Coaching Firings

Nick Saban blamed NIL-related fundraising for college football’s coaching turnover, arguing that donors who help pay players increasingly expect influence over program decisions and that coaches bear the consequences when expensive rosters fail to deliver. His remarks drew pushback from fans who said boosters have long wielded influence, amid broader debate over how NIL and revenue sharing are changing the sport.

No. 5 Ohio State Hosts Maryland for Homecoming

Ohio State heads into Saturday’s home game against Maryland after a 31-14 win at Iowa, where Jeremiah Smith set school career records and strengthened his Heisman candidacy. The Buckeyes are favored to extend their unbeaten series record against a struggling Terrapins team, whose coach Mike Locksley faces growing pressure.

Kansas State set to host No. 22 Houston

Kansas State hosts No. 22 Houston in a Big 12 matchup featuring a coaching reunion: Wildcats coach Collin Klein previously coached Houston quarterback Conner Weigman at Texas A&M, while former Kansas State quarterback Michael Bishop is now a Houston assistant. Houston enters after rallying past UCF, while Kansas State looks to rebound from its first loss of the season.

College Football Weekend Brings Records, Tributes, Wins

College football’s weekend featured standout performances, including Texas-bred players shining for ranked teams, Florida State’s Ashton Daniels rushing for a school-record five touchdowns, and Yale quarterback Dante Reno leading a win the day after his father’s death. It also brought heartfelt tributes, as FSU honored longtime booster Beth Burr and Ohio State coach Ryan Day sent supportive letters to young patients at Iowa’s children’s hospital.

No. 25 Missouri routs No. 8 Florida 45-17

No. 25 Missouri defeated No. 8 Florida 45-17, holding Jadan Baugh to 13 yards on 12 carries in Florida's first loss of 2026.

Missouri routs No. 8 Florida 45-17

Missouri beat No. 8 Florida 45-17 for its first top-10 win since 2013 and the largest margin against a top-10 foe in program history.

Beachside Volleyball Emerges as Florida Contender

Beachside High’s girls’ volleyball program has rapidly risen from a team without a home gym to a 21-3 state contender, led by coach Austin Lanteigne and standout freshman recruit Nina Simanic. Separately, Sabine swept Gladewater, with Sarah Roberts reaching 1,000 career digs.

Wyoming visits undefeated North Dakota State in sold-out Fargodome game

Wyoming visits undefeated North Dakota State in a sold-out game at the Fargodome, with kickoff scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Mountain Time and coverage on The CW. Wyoming receiver Ke’Lyn Washom, sidelined by a concussion, was warming up before the game.

Cincinnati Seeks 5-0 Start Against Arizona

Arizona and unbeaten Cincinnati meet in a Big 12 matchup, with the Wildcats looking to build on recent comeback wins and Cincinnati aiming for its first 5-0 start since 2021. Arizona will seek to establish its run game and contain quarterback JC French IV, who has been effective even on third downs.

Women’s Soccer Roundup Covers Global Competitions

Women’s soccer news spans Uruguay’s championship split into title and lower-table groups, a Champions League round featuring Barcelona’s 6-0 win and Juventus’ 3-0 victory, and FGCU’s scoreless draw with West Florida. NCAA history and campus matchups also feature, with a retrospective on Women’s College Cup-winning goals and Clarkson preparing to host William Smith.

Judge dismisses Riley Gaines Title IX suit against NCAA over funding

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Women's, Girls Soccer Matchups Span Colleges, Schools

Kenyon’s women’s soccer team scored four goals against Bluffton, while Le Moyne previewed two upcoming conference matches and Vermont shared a women’s soccer update. In high school soccer, PEM was set to face St. Charles/Lewiston-Altura in a section showdown.

Alabama beats South Carolina 49-18, stays unbeaten

Keelon Russell threw for 365 yards and five total touchdowns as No. 8 Alabama beat South Carolina 49-18 to stay unbeaten at 4-0.

Keelon Russell leads Alabama drive despite holding penalties vs South Carolina

College football coverage includes Alabama’s drive against South Carolina and a preview of Louisiana’s road matchup with Charlotte, where the Cajuns were seeking their first road win. Separately, Robinhood listed a prediction-market event tied to receptions in the New England–Jacksonville pro football game.

UCF Wins Big 12 Opener Against TCU

UCF beat TCU 21-13 in the teams’ Big 12 opener, as the Knights’ defense held the Horned Frogs to three second-half points. Backup quarterback Keyone Jenkins completed 19 of 20 passes, and Landen Chambers scored the game-sealing touchdown; TCU entered on a two-game winning streak with receiver Jordan Dwyer expected back from injury.

U.S. rookie Koivun debuts at Presidents Cup paired with Justin Thomas

Koivun, 21, debuts Thursday with Justin Thomas in Presidents Cup four-ball at Medinah after a captain's pick and 3M Open win in his third pro start.

UNC GM Lombardi Resigns Amid Football Investigation

North Carolina’s offense has struggled, with quarterback Billy Edwards near the bottom of ACC passing rankings and the line giving up frequent sacks, though the Tar Heels have a productive group of running backs. The program is also navigating upheaval after General Manager Michael Lombardi and defensive coordinator Steve Belichick resigned; details of a university investigation have not been released, and one account argues Lombardi’s departure could benefit the team.

Chris Spatola, ESPN analyst and Krzyzewski son-in-law, dies at 47

Chris Spatola, ESPN analyst and Mike Krzyzewski son-in-law, died at 47 on Sept. 21, 2026; Duke and family confirmed, cause undisclosed.

Reports: Trump Expected at No. 1 Texas vs Tennessee Game

President Donald Trump is expected to attend the Tennessee-Texas game at Neyland Stadium on Sept. 26, a noon kickoff, with multiple outlets noting his anticipated presence as part of a high-profile SEC showdown. The weekend also features a slate of premier recruits visiting Tennessee for the matchup against the top-ranked Texas, highlighting significant talent in town for the game.