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Georgia Tech offering free tickets to home opener for Hurricane Irma evacuees
Mother Nature’s worst ofttimes can bring out the best in humans, with Georgia Tech serving as the latest such example. With Hurricane Irma set to batter the state of Florida specifically and the East...
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WATCH: Hawaii assistant dislocates elbow, breaks wrist chest-bumping 300-pound lineman
'You advise against chest-bumping a 6-foot-7, 300-pound Tongan' -- HC Nick Rolovich.
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With Memphis-UCF postponed, just two FBS teams from state of Florida will take the field in Week 2
Florida, Florida State, Miami, USF had previously announced their games had been canceled this weekend because of Hurricane Irma.
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Kelly on Georgia’s fans and offensive line; injury update & more
Brian Kelly would inevitably prefer Notre Dame Stadium be filled with Irish fans wearing blue, green and gold, no one else in sight. He also recognizes that is unrealistic, especially this weekend. “We know...
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Wisconsin’s second-leading rusher in opener questionable for Week 2
Bradrick Shaw was third on the Badgers in rushing last season.
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Doubtful Duke has WR Scott Bracey for Northwestern game
Bracey was easily the highest-rated member of Duke's 2016 recruiting class.
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A&M ‘unequivocally condemns disgusting, threatening letter’ sent to Kevin Sumlin
Statement from university says 'we stand with the Sumlins and will not accept this inexcusable act of hate.'
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Racist sends handwritten ‘you’re a n****r’ letter to Kevin Sumlin; A&M coach’s wife posts it to social media
'You suck as a coach! You're a n****r and can't win! Please get lost! or else'
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Knee injury knocks out Boston College center Jon Baker for Wake Forest game
Boston College faces a tough game on Saturday when they host Wake Forest and will have to be without a key cog in the offense when they do so. The school announced on their weekly injury report that...
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Cam Newton takes shot at Georgia, thinks Bulldogs missed out on a winner in not recruiting younger brother
It may not have had College Football Playoff implications or made waves in the national polls, but Howard’s surprising win over UNLV during Week 1 was the shocker of all shockers in the southern...
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Florida-N. Colorado cancelled due to Irma
Florida announced Thursday that their game this weekend against Northern Colorado in Gainesville has been cancelled due to Hurricane Irma.
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Arizona RB Nick Wilson listed as questionable for game vs. Houston
While many college football programs treat injuries like some sort of Soviet state secret, Arizona is one of the few schools that actually sends out an NFL-style list of player injuries prior to their game...
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LSU head coach Ed Orgeron’s shoe game is on point for booster event
LSU head coach Ed Orgeron is as true a Louisianan as they come and prouder than anybody to lead the Tigers in Baton Rouge. While nobody will confuse the veteran coach for any sort of fashionista with a...
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Woman who alleged abuse by assistant coach sues Mike Macintyre, other Colorado officials
An offseason drama at Colorado is now bleeding into the Buffaloes' regular season.
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Is Nick Saban worth $11 million this year? ‘Probably not’ Alabama head coach says
'I don't think it's up to me to determine what the value is or what the market is for coaches' -- Saban
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Urban Meyer chastises Tom Herman for ‘sprinkle fairy dust’ quote
'New generation of excuse,' blaming players drives Ohio State head coach 'insane.'
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And In That Corner … The Georgia Bulldogs, led by freshman QB Jake Fromm
Notre Dame does not often play SEC teams. Georgia’s arrival this weekend will be the first regular season game against such an opponent since the Irish hosted and beat Tennessee 41-21 in 2005, outscoring...
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Hurricane Irma pushes Georgia Southern game vs. New Hampshire to Birmingham in Week 2, too
FIU had previously announced that its Week 2 game will be played at Legion Field as well.
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Ex-Notre Dame LB files suit, accuses Brian Kelly, others of negligence
Doug Randolph alleges 'results of spinal scan were concealed from him and he should not have been allowed to continue playing.'
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Mike Locksley still on the job at Alabama, days after son was shot and killed
Crimson Tide assistant told Nick Saban that it helps him to be with team, 'kind of gets my mind off of things.'
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‘Uncontrollable seizures’ lead Arizona St.’s Marcus Ball to retire
Last season, Ball was second on the Sun Devils in tackles.
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Shoulder injury to sideline Memphis starting LB Jackson Dillon for rest of 2017 season
Dillon started 31 games from 2013-15 for the Tigers before getting slammed with injuries.
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Things to Learn during Georgia’s visit to Notre Dame
Notre Dame opened the season in promising fashion last week. Then again, that was not the same Temple team as the last two years. The Irish should have kicked off the season in style. That result on its own...
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Wisconsin DE Chikwe Obasih reportedly out indefinitely after knee injury in practice
The hits just keep coming to Wisconsin’s defense and the season has barely gotten underway. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports that defensive end Chikwe Obasih injured his knee during practice on...
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NFL hires Walt Anderson as full-time professional official but he’ll pull double-duty as Big 12 coordinator of officials
Everybody is busy during football season but few may be able to claim two full-time jobs related to America’s greatest sport. One exception? Walt Anderson. The NFL announced that it has hired 21 full-...
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Florida International completes CFB schedule changes by moving game to Birmingham as result of Hurricane Irma
With Hurricane Irma rapidly approaching the Florida coast this week, the final piece of the puzzle in the state’s football scheduling conundrum fell into place on Wednesday afternoon when it was...
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Houston, UTSA cancel season opener
Hurricane season has forced a rash of canceled college football games and you can add Houston-UTSA to the list.
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USF WR Ryeshene Bronson declares himself out for season after shoulder surgery
The fourth-year senior had exited spring as one of the Bulls' starting receivers.
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WATCH: father-son Alabama fans arrested for fighting at Florida State game
Son seen throwing several punches at FSU fans, dad allegedly violently threw a woman to the ground.
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Decision on USF-UConn game expected soon
All contingency plans being reviewed, including moving start time up as well as canceling game.
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Lamar Jackson leapfrogs Sam Darnold as Bovada’s Heisman favorite
The reigning Heisman Trophy winner was 15/2 a week ago, now at 4/1.
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Arkansas St. statement indicates Miami had option to play Friday night, chose not to travel
Miami AD Blake James indicated ASU was "frustrated" by decision to cancel amidst Hurricane Irma travel concerns.
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Cam Newton effusive in praise of QB brother who led biggest point-spread upset ever
Former Auburn QB says his younger brother has that 'it' factor.
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Notre Dame’s ‘demeanor in running the football’
The above clip montage is rather mundane. Notre Dame sophomore running back Tony Jones never comes close to breaking off a real highlight, aside from a ho-hum seven-yard touchdown run. Why in the world...
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Miami-Arkansas State cancelled due to Hurricane Irma
Game is first to be outright canceled ahead of one of the most powerful storms in recorded history.
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Auburn to get Kam Pettway back from suspension for Clemson, but might not have Kerryon Johnson
Johnson suffered an apparent hamstring injury in season-opening win over Georgia Southern.
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Jauan Jennings, Vols’ top returning receiver, reportedly out indefinitely with dislocated wrist
One report has the receiver potentially missing the entire regular season.
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Randy Edsall appeals ruling that state nepotism laws were violated in son’s hiring
Corey Edsall is the Huskies TEs coach; two sides disagree over the father's official first day on the job again).
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Three sacks show much more of Notre Dame’s defense
Brandon Wimbush had just made the first real mistake of his time as Notre Dame’s starting quarterback. A very-avoidable interception gave Temple possession a mere 14 yards from the end zone. With the Irish...
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Iowa responds to critical comments from former ESPN analyst Ed Cunningham
Iowa didn't take kindly to the former ESPN analyst's criticism.
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‘Hazardous’ air quality forces Oregon to move practice to the coast
Twenty thousand acres of wildfires in Oregon have poisoned the air quality around Eugene.
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Markell Jones, Purdue’s leading rusher in 2016, out at least a couple of weeks
The RB will at least miss games against Ohio, Missouri, potentially B1G opener vs. Michigan as well.
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Hurricane Irma pushes Memphis-UCF game from Saturday to Friday
The Category 5 storm is projected to make landfall in South Florida this weekend.
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Kevin Sumlin takes measured approach to A&M regent’s call for his immediate firing
'I don't really have time to get involved in things that are said about the program or about me.'
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Alabama still AP No. 1 as Penn State, Oklahoma move into Top 5
Ohio State holds steady at No. 2 as 'Bama is a near-unanimous pick for top spot.
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Brian Kelly on Georgia’s defense, RBs & Notre Dame vs. the SEC
Brian Kelly has seen a Kirby Smart-coached defense before. Thus, he recognizes Georgia’s defensive scheme, reminiscent of the approach taken by a certain Alabama team. “Certainly have a great deal of...
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Controlling trenches key for ND vs. Georgia
Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly explains why controlling the line of scrimmage will be so important against Georgia.
It’s official: Alabama-Miami to play in 2021 Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game
Game will mark first meeting since No. 2 Crimson Tide knocked off top-ranked Hurricanes in 1993 Sugar Bowl.
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Youth on offensive line not bothering Brian Kelly
Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly explains why he's pleased with the growth of his offensive line and isn't worried about their work in pass protection.
Maryland loses starting QB Tyrrell Pigrome to torn ACL
True freshman Kasim Hill will make his first collegiate start this weekend against FCS Towson State.
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LOOK: Air Force helmets modeled after helmets F-35 fighter pilots wear
I don’t care who you root for, but Air Force’s new lids are more bad-ass than the ones your team wears. Monday, Air Force unveiled a new helmet as part of the ongoing “Airpower Legacy...
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ND's Tony Jones has six carries, TD in win
Notre Dame sophomore RB Tony Jones
ND band takes the field at half against Temple
Watch the Notre Dame band take the field and perform during halftime against Temple.
Notre Dame defense picks up three sacks vs. Temple
Notre Dame's defense got off to a fast start in 2017 recording three sacks against Temple in Saturday's win.
Notre Dame's Hainsey has two false start penalties
Freshman tackle Robert Hainsey committed two false start penalties during Notre Dame's win over Temple in the season opener.
Miami AD says school ‘monitoring Hurricane Irma;’ Memphis-UCF game could be moved up
Alcorn State-FIU game could be moved to another day or rescheduled as well.
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Blind Trojans long snapper explains how he golfs
Jake Olson, the blind USC long snapper, details how he plays golf and shoots in the 70s.
Blind long snapper: Extra point had extra meaning
Jake Olson, USC's blind long snapper, discusses the PAT against Western Michigan, why it meant a little bit more and how his golf game is going.
Pete Carroll ‘couldn’t stop crying’ after watching blind USC long-snapper play in game
The Carroll-led Trojans football team essentially adopted 12-year-old Jake Olson in 2009.
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Suspended Pitt LB Quintin Wirginis out for season with non-football injury
The fourth-year senior had been expected to start at MLB for Panthers prior to off-field woes.
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Notre Dame’s Opponents: Results, upcoming spreads & some predictions
Not counting Notre Dame’s 49-16 win over Temple, the Irish opponents went 7-3 over the weekend with Stanford taking a bye after its return from Down Under. This coming week, two pairs of those foes face...
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Late rally, goal line stand pushes No. 25 Tennessee past Georgia Tech in double OT
Tennessee had no business winning this game, until it did.
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Texas A&M QB Nick Starkel, DB Donovan Wilson undergo surgery
The Starkel injury leaves the Aggies with no good options at quarterback.
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Georgia Tech leading Tennessee at the half in Atlanta
Georgia Tech has controlled the first 30 minutes.
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Texas QB Shane Buechele suffered bruised shoulder in Maryland loss, still plans to play Saturday
Buechele still managed to throw 52 passes on Saturday.
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Report: No. 25 Tennessee to be without LB Austin Smith, WR Josh Smith vs. Georgia Tech
Being down two starting linebackers is never a good thing against Georgia Tech.
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Son of Alabama assistant Mike Locksley killed in Maryland shooting
Meiko Locksley, 25, was the second of the Locksley family's three sons.
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Indiana loses leading returning WR Nick Westbrook to torn ACL
Westbrook was hurt on the first play of the first game of the 2017 season.
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Baylor loses RB JaMycal Hasty for at least four weeks
Baylor is also without leading returning rusher Terence Williams for the first portion of the season.
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Questions for the Week: Smythe, Georgia’s QB & ticket prices
A decisive win Saturday provided a good look at how Notre Dame will function under offensive coordinator Chip Long and defensive coordinator Mike Elko. Of course, there are still plenty of on-field...
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Social media rant about Kevin Sumlin on Texas A&M regent’s account raises eyebrows
After blowing a 34-point lead, Texas A&M head coach Kevin Sumlin was ripped in a rant posted on the social media account of a Texas A&M regent.
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Georgia QB Jacob Eason is out for Notre Dame game
Georgia will be without starting quarterback Jacob Eason as the Bulldogs head to South Bend. Freshman Jake Fromm will make his first career start in Notre Dame Stadium this Saturday.
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Monday Morning Leftovers: Notre Dame amid NFL roster cuts; Good for USC & more
You made it. Football happened. It was as glorious as you remembered, wasn’t it? I hope the wings were properly-marinated, as well. — While college football was providing a level of drama which was greatly...
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Pitt players being blocked from media leading up to Penn State game
No Pitt football players will be able to provide bulletin board material for Penn State this week. Pat Narduzzi will be the only person from Pitt heard form this week.
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Josh Jackson shines as No. 21 Virginia Tech wins thriller against Will Grier and No. 22 West Virginia
Josh Jackson and Will Grier each shined in their starting debuts for Virginia Tech and West Virginia, respectively, but Jacksons Hokies took the win.
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Josh Rosen leads UCLA back from 34-point deficit to stun Texas A&M
The Bruins were left for dead. Then Josh Rosen woke up.
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Hokies take late first half lead in defensive battle with West Virginia
Defense has been the story of the first half, but new quarterbacks for Virginia Tech and West Virgina are having an impact too.
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Texas A&M blowing out UCLA through one half at the Rose Bowl
Trayveon Williams has run through UCLA at will.
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No. 3 Florida State reportedly loses QB Deondre Francois for the year to knee injury
The worst thing that could have happened to Florida State has reportedly happened.
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ACC and Pac-12 feasted on FCS wins in Week 1, SEC will in Week 2
Overall it looked like a solid week for the ACC and Pac-12, but a closer examination of each conference's wins tears away at the credibility of the conference out of the gates.
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Report: Alabama loses pair of linebackers to season-ending injuries
Alabamas linebacker depth may take a hit after reportedly losing two players for potentially the remainder of the season.
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Carolina Panthers troll Florida State (and Alabama) on Twitter
A striking similarity between Florida State quarterback Deondre Francois and Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton did not go unnoticed by the Panthers.
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Sunday Notre Dame Notebook: Defensive rotation, RT duo and overall health
It is not a statistic that shows up in a box score or deep within any performance-based analytics, but it is a positive indicator for Notre Dame moving forward, nonetheless. Two dozen Irish defenders played...
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Butch Jones says Georgia Tech gained advantage with practice in Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Georgia Tech has already practiced in the brand new Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, and Tennessee head coach Butch Jones says that is an advantage over the Vols.
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Iowa has a new heartwarming tradition this college football season
The new tradition at Iowa football game is unique and touching.
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Virginia Tech QB Josh Jackson to get pep talk from Tom Brady
With Virginia Tech quarterback Josh Jackson about to get his first collegiate start, he will get some advice from one of the greatest players of all time.
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Week 1 overreactions and hot takes: The Big Ten is awesome and USC is overrated
The Big Ten is great! Alabama is great! USC might stink! Here are some common overreactions to one week of college football that may or may not be true.
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With win over FSU, Nick Saban continues to absolutely own former assistants head-to-head
Saban a perfect 11-0 when facing head coaches who used to work on his coaching staffs.
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What We Learned: Notre Dame is Long’s offense, freshmen impact and more
NOTRE DAME, Ind. — We learned Notre Dame Stadium now holds 77,622 people. We learned Irish coach Brian Kelly still prefers to receive the opening kickoff. We learned Saturdays in September are...
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Howard pulls off shocker, beats UNLV as 45 point underdog behind play of Cam Newton’s little brother
You probably were not expecting to read a story about UNLV football during Week 1 of the season but here we are.
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No. 13 LSU and Derrius Guice run all over BYU in New Orleans
The talk around Baton Rouge over the offseason was focused quite a bit on what kind of boost new offensive coordinator Matt Canada would provide LSU’s offense. It turns out the coordinator on the...
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Wimbush’s triumphant first start filled with near-misses positive and negative; more notes
NOTRE DAME, Ind. — As far as debuts go, Brandon Wimbush’s will suffice. He had said all he wanted to do was sing the Alma Mater after a victory. The junior quarterback got to enjoy that. A few...
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No. 1 Alabama overwhelms No. 3 Florida State to win biggest opener ever
The new boss is the same as the old boss.
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Florida State QB Deondre Francois leaves game with knee injury
This loss could be more important than the final score.
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Baylor knocked off by Liberty, its fired AD’s new employer
When it comes to college football, you just can't make this stuff up.
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Lamar Jackson, No. 16 Louisville escape with win over pesky (and improved) Purdue squad
Everybody figured that a Cardinals quarterback would take center stage in Indianapolis as regional rivals Purdue and Louisville squared off at Lucas Oil Stadium. What might have been slightly unexpected for...
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Defending FCS champ James Madison ‘upsets’ East Carolina
Pirates are the third FBS team Dukes have knocked off in last seven seasons.
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Wimbush stays within system to lead Irish
Brandon Wimbush was looking forward to taking some hits against Temple and he explains how he was able to get rolling against the Owls.
Alabama leading Florida State through one half in Atlanta
It's been a good one so far in Atlanta.
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Fast start, ground game carry Notre Dame past Temple 49-16
SOUTH BEND, Ind. — If Notre Dame and first-time starter junior quarterback Brandon Wimbush felt any nerves in Saturday’s season opener, a brilliantly-quick start eased them in the 49-16 victory over Temple...
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Blind walk-on long-snaps on extra point in USC win over Western Michigan
Jake Olson was adopted by the Pete Carroll Trojans, joined the team as a long-snapper in 2015.
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No. 4 USC escapes Western Michigan’s upset bid
The final score looked good for USC, but much of the game was not.
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In 98-0 win, St. John’s sets Div. III vs. Div. III points record
John Gagliardi, winningest coach at any level of football, turned Johnnies into Div. III power before 2012 retirement.
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ND's Kelly impressed with team's attitude in win
Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly reflects on the team's opening win against Temple at home.
Notre Dame rolls to 49-16 victory over Temple
Notre Dame piled up 422 rushing yards as they opened their season with a 49-16 victory over Temple.
Georgia QB Jacob Eason injured, return uncertain
From Jacob to Jake, the Fromm Era has officially kicked off, although how long it lasts remains to be seen.
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USC tied with Western Michigan through one half
USC and Western Michigan are deadlocked at 14-14.
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No. 11 Michigan defense clamps down on No. 17 Florida to kick off 2017 season
People joked last season about Florida’s best offense being the Gators’ defense. One week into the 2017 season and it appears not much has changed for Jim McElwain’s squad. As a result,...
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Jury still out, but “new” Notre Dame has positive start to 2017
The Fighting Irish looked solid in their 2017 season debut against Temple.
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South Carolina uses goal-line stand to survive NC State
South Carolina is 17-1 in its last 18 opening games.
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Kelly: Wimbush growth in opener is huge
Brian Kelly is pleased with Brandon Wimbush and the running game after Notre Dame's season opening win over Temple, but knows the defense needs work before Georgia.
Baker Mayfield nearly perfect as No. 7 Oklahoma kicks off post-Stoops era with win
Lincoln Riley is first head coach not named Bob Stoops to win a game for Sooners since John Blake in November of 1998.
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Dexter Williams rewarded with touchdown
After breaking a long run earlier in the driver, Dexter Williams is rewarded with the touchdown to give Notre Dame a commanding win over Temple.
Josh Adams finds endzone for second time
Josh Adams punches it into the endzone for the second time of the afternoon from one-yard out to pad Notre Dame's lead over Temple.
Yancy tip-toes down sideline for Temple TD
Brodrick Yancy receives a pass from Logan Marchi and stays in bounds for an 11-yard Temple touchdown against the Fighting Irish.
Tony Jones Jr. caps off Notre Dame drive
After being bailed out on a fumble ruled down by contact, Tony Jones Jr. redeems himself with a touchdown run to give Notre Dame a 35-10 lead over the Owls.
Mizzou’s A.J. Logan to serve six-game NCAA suspension
Last season, the defensive lineman started all 12 games for the Tigers.
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Brandon Wimbush scores 3 first-half TDs in first start for Notre Dame
Notre Dame got off to a quick start against Temple, with Brandon Wimbush scoring three times.
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Keith Kirkwood adjusts in air for Temple touchdown
Keith Kirkwood hauls in a 12-yard pass from Logan Marchi for Temple's first touchdown of the game against Notre Dame.
NC State and South Carolina tied at the half in Charlotte
NC State and South Carolina are locked up through one half.
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St. Brown wins one-on-one battle for touchdown
Brandon Wimbush lofts a fade to the endzone and Equanimeous St. Brown comes down with it to give the Fighting Irish a 28-3 lead over Temple.
Wimbush shows off arm strength on TD to Weishar
Brandon Wimbush shows off his arm strength, fitting a touchdown throw to tight end Nic Weishar in a tight window.
Wimbush scampers into endzone for 14-0 lead
Brandon Wimbush shows off his athleticism as the play breaks down, running off the right side to daylight to give the Fighting Irish a 14-0 lead over the Owls.
Maryland spoils Tom Herman debut with 51-41 upset of No. 23 Texas
Watch out for Maryland! The Terrapins took advantage of a sloppy performance by Texas and walked away with a decisive victory in Austin.
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Irish score first touchdown of 2017 in two plays
Equanimeous St. Brown hauls in a long pass and Josh Adams takes it into the endzone on the next play to give Notre Dame a 7-0 lead over Temple.
Oklahoma reportedly suspends ex-Texas signee Du’Vonta Lampkin for opener vs. UTEP
This is the defensive lineman's second suspension in less than a year.
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No. 5 Clemson throttles Kent State
Bryant Kelly sure proved himself worthy of taking over for Deshaun Watson as the new starting quarterback for the defending national champs.
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Report: Ohio State dismisses Eric Glover-Williams
The converted corner was a four-star 2015 recruit who played in 20 games past two seasons.
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LOOK: Clemson band trolls Ohio State during halftime show
Just a friendly reminder of the score of the last meeting between the football programs is all.
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WATCH: Wyoming busts out worst punt attempt ever
Gaffe proved costly as Iowa scored on next play from scrimmage.
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Texas and Maryland each score Block Six, but Tom Herman’s Longhorn debut a disaster so far
Texas may have returned a blocked field goal for seven points, but the first half has been a complete disaster for Tom Herman and the Longhorns.
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Kelly Bryant has settled in as Clemson’s new QB
Clemson has a new starting quarterback, and he is off to a solid start in the season opener.
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Report: Letter of support from Baylor helped convince CFL team to hire Art Briles
This is certainly a plot twist many likely didn't see coming.
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Under oath, Ezekiel Elliott cops to drug use while playing for Ohio State
Elliott's ex-girlfriend accused him of using cocaine and marijuana in the months leading up to the 2016 NFL draft.
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Notre Dame vs. Temple: Who, what, when, where, why and by how much?
WHO? Notre Dame vs. Temple. The Irish finished 4-8 last season while the Owls went 10-4 to win the American Athletic Conference. WHAT? The season opener for both teams will either allow Notre Dame a chance...
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Navy torpedoes Lane Kiffin’s Florida Atlantic coaching debut
Kiffin still seeking first win as head coach since September of 2013.
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Ole Miss long snapper leaves team on eve of season opener
Suddenly, Ole Miss has at least a mild concern on special teams to address the day before starting the season.
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P.J. Fleck given game ball after becoming first Gophers coach to win debut since 1986
If Minnesota can win next weekend, P.J. Fleck will do something at Minnesota that hasn't been done in over 60 years
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Georgia players have been reminded of Appalachian State’s upset history
It's been a decade since Appalachian State scored a monumental upset over Michigan, and Georgia players have constantly been reminded of that fact leading up to a season-opening tilt with the Mountaineers.
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Arkansas CB Ryan Pulley announces he is out for the season with shoulder injury
Arkansas won their season opener, but it came at a cost with one of the top defensive players on the team going down for the rest of the season.
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Friday at 4: Four key statistical tidbits and a $4 cost
My father has only a passing interest in sports. He  proudly boasts an accomplished high school basketball coach once told him, “You have the sports IQ of a rock.” My father did not realize his acumen...
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Jameis Winston and Derrick Henry named honorary captains for Alabama-FSU clash
A pair of former Heisman Trophy winners will be on the sideline to support their former college teams in Atlanta this weekend.
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Tennessee LB Darrin Kirkland out for the season
Tennessee has lost a key defensive player before the season has even started.
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Is Wyoming QB Josh Allen the next Carson Wentz?
Pete Thamel of Yahoo thinks you should scale back your NFL draft hype for Wyoming's big quarterback, but he faces some good tests early on to prove otherwise.
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Texas college football programs send equipment trucks in relief convoy in Houston
In a show of compassion, equipment trucks from football programs around the state of Texas are helping distribute goods to those who need it most in the Houston region.
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Josh Allen just like Carson Wentz in college
Josh Allen is good, but let's pump the brakes on him being the No. 1 pick.
How high can South Florida finish?
South Florida starting in the top 20 will help their cause, but will need to have a perfect season to make playoff.
LSU naming players lounge after Tyrann Mathieu
The legacy of the Honey Badger will live on in Baton Rouge.
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Lane Kiffin says Alabama would’ve beat Clemson if he remained OC
Kiffin's gonna Kiffin, regardless.
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Maryland confirms additions of Ray Lewis’ son, ex-FSU LB
Both additions will have to sit out the 2017 season.
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LSU likely down another pass-rusher ahead of its opener vs. BYU
The Tigers are already down an All-American; his likely replacement probably sidelined as well.
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‘The best-prepared team’ Notre Dame’s Brian Kelly has had in a long time
The week started with questions about the eligibility of certain Notre Dame players heading into Saturday’s season opener against Temple, and it ended with the same. With or without those individuals,...
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No. 2 Ohio State struggles early but eventually routs pesky Indiana
Things clicedk for the Buckeyes in the third quarter and the No. 2 team in the country eventually pulled away from the Hoosiers for a 49-21 victory.
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New Mexico State’s Scott channels OBJ with amazing one-handed TD grab
It’s Week 1 and we may already have seen the best catch of the season thanks to a little Pac-12 After Dark action. Check out New Mexico State’s Jaleel Scott going all Odell Beckham Jr. on...
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Mason Rudolph and No. 10 Oklahoma State roll over Tulsa in blowout win to open the season
During the offseason, Mike Gundy’s mullet dominated the conversation in Stillwater. Now that the season is officially here for Oklahoma State though, it’s Mason Rudolph’s turn to steal the...
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Ex-Florida QB Treon Harris leads Tennessee State to first FCS win of the season over an FBS team
We didn’t have to wait long this season to see a FCS team upset a FBS team. Former Florida quarterback Treon Harris continued to dominate the Peach state on Saturday night as he guided Tennessee State...
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Arkansas State coach Blake Anderson tweets wife is cancer free
Arkansas State starts the season on Saturday at Nebraska but as much as the team has been thinking about the Cornhuskers lately, the thoughts around the program have also been centered on Wendy Anderson....
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Sam Darnold’s odds lengthen a bit, but still Bovada’s Heisman favorite
The USC QB is followed by Penn State's Saquon Barkley, Oklahoma's Baker Mayfield, reigning winner Lamar Jackson.
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Oklahoma to honor Bob Stoops during Homecoming weekend
OU faces Texas Tech that weekend; Stoops went 13-5 vs. Red Raiders, including wins last five seasons.
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Things To Learn from Notre Dame hosting Temple
After a long offseason of cyclical conversations, staff turnover and repeated mea culpas, Notre Dame is only 48 hours from kicking off against Temple and putting all of that into the past. Whether happy...
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Rutgers suspends leading 2016 receiver for opener vs. Washington
Huskies-Scarlet Knights Suspension Bowl claims another victim.
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Report: More suspensions of Florida Gator players could be in the offing
Report also states it was an unidentified UF football player who implicated the two Gators suspended Wednesday.
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Don't underestimate Jim Harbaugh, Michigan
Michigan lost a lot of talent to the NFL draft last year but Jim Harbaugh and the Wolverines will be more than fine in 2017.
Reports: Florida State’s leading tackler to rejoin team after academic issue resolved
Path for redshirt senior to play in No. 3 FSU's opener against No. 1 Alabama apparently cleared.
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Brandon Wimbush ready to lead Notre Dame
Notre Dame quarterback Brandon Wimbush doesn't have tons of experience, but he has the intangibles to be a great leader.
Ed Orgeron staying mum on potential suspensions for LSU opener
Tigers will keep word of any suspensions for any games this season 'in-house.'
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And In That Corner … The Temple Owls, defending American Athletic Conference champions
Simply enough, push is about to come to shove. Notre Dame is ready to put its 4-8 debacle of a year ago in the rearview mirror for good. Meanwhile, Temple would like to repeat most of 2016, even with a new...
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Feleipe Franks named starting QB for Florida
Florida head coach Jim McElwain will go with the redshirt freshman to lead the offense, putting the more experienced Luke Del Rio and Malik Zaire down on the depth chart.
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Emmitt Smith to serve as Florida’s team captain vs. Michigan
Former Dallas Cowboys will attend this the season opener between Florida and Michigan in ATT Stadium, and will serve as honorary captain for the Gators.
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Louisville-Kentucky football series will continue through 2022
State rivals Louisville and Kentucky will keep their rivalry going on the football field through 2022, but what happens after that remains in question.
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Georgia Tech, Temple announce their first-ever football series
Yellow Jackets will play first game in Philly in nearly nine decades year after next.
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Florida suspends two more, including leading rusher, for Michigan opener, bringing total to 10
Gators will now be without top RB, leading WR for showdown with Wolverines.
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NCAA denies Navy transfer Alohi Gilman immediate eligibility at Notre Dame
The safety started 12 games last season for the Midshipmen, would've been a likely starter for the Fighting Irish if waiver had been approved.
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Tennessee suspends starting LT Drew Richmond for opener vs. Georgia Tech
The redshirt sophomore started six of nine games last season.
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Three defensive tenets will define Notre Dame’s & Elko’s success
Brian Kelly couldn’t keep a straight face, though the question Tuesday was not meant in jest. “Defensively speaking if you had to prioritize three areas that you really need to see improvement on in, [what...
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Kirk Ferentz voluntarily takes $50,000 pay cut
The head coach took the reduction in order to add a football staffer to an unspecified position.
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Derrius Guice: ‘Teeth ain’t holding me back’ from playing in LSU’s relocated opener against BYU
The SEC's leading rusher in 2016 had wisdom teeth removed last week, returned to practice this week.
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Heart condition ends playing career of Kansas’ Octavius Matthews
The JUCO RB transfer had been expected to be a threat in all facets of the Jayhawks' offense.
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Torn ACL will sideline Louisville WR Devante Peete for entire season
Peete is a special team captain for the Cardinals.
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A possible Notre Dame three-back attack fits with Long’s past
Irish coach Brian Kelly was not referring to the Canadian Football League when he said three of Notre Dame’s running backs had “futures to play past this level.” He was instead implying juniors Josh Adams...
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LOOK: Texas A&M to wear Hurricane Harvey helmet sticker
More than half of the players on the Aggies' roster were directly affected by the hurricane.
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Baylor suspends pair of senior starters ahead of opener vs. Liberty
Taion Sells started four games at safety last season, while Mo Porter was a backup left tackle who played in all 13 for the Bears.
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Texas State-Houston Baptist to be played as scheduled Saturday night
Texas State has managed to escape the brunt of Hurricane Harveys wrath.
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Houston-UTSA canceled due to Hurricane Harvey
Houston is focusing on Harvey recovery rather than competition this weekend.
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Four-star 2016 LB Chauncey Manac transferring from Georgia
Manac, the second-highest rated defensive player in UGA's class last year, headed to a Kansas JUCO.
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Notre Dame may appeal NCAA ruling on Alohi Gilman
Alohi Gilman will not play in Notre Dame’s opener against Temple after the NCAA denied the request for a waiver to be immediately eligible after transferring from Navy.
Kelly impressed by Wimbush's demeanor, grit
Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly says he's most impressed by QB Brandon Wimbush's demeanor and his ability to quickly move on after something bad happens.
FOX officially adds Les Miles as college football analyst
Mark Helfrich, Danny Kanell hired by the network as well.
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Kelly preaches mental preparation before opener
Brian Kelly can't contain his excitement for Notre Dame's season opener and he explains why this is one of the most prepared teams he has ever coached.
Gilman denied immediate eligibility; Alizé Mack healthy; Depth chart notes
Sophomore safety and Navy transfer Alohi Gilman will not play in Notre Dame’s opener against Temple this Saturday. Irish coach Brian Kelly announced Tuesday the NCAA denied Gilman’s request for a waiver to...
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Ex-Rutgers QB Chris Laviano leaving San Diego State for lacrosse
Laviano came to the Aztecs as a grad transfer in May after starting 18 games under center for Scarlet Knights.
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Miami lineman on leave of absence re-enrolled in classes, still won’t play in 2017
Former Florida Gator Gerald Willis took a leave of absence in July of this year.
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Nick Saban: only thing player injured in shooting guilty of is ‘being out late’
Bar owner quoted as saying Raekwon Davis 'was shooting in the air and shot himself.'
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Suspended Baylor DB transfers to Div. II school in Texas
Alleged domestic violence incident triggered Travon Blanchard's initial suspension by the Bears.
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Injury won’t hamstring starting corner Antoine Winfield in Minnesota’s opener
The corner back started nine of 12 games as a true freshman last season for the Gophers.
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Another Wisconsin linebacker lost for season with injury
Zack Baun had been in line for a bigger role after playing in 12 games as a redshirt freshman last season.
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Notre Dame’s Opponents: Upcoming spreads, some predictions
Strength of schedule is not the make-or-break metric it was during the BCS era, but it still remains a vital part of any team’s College Football Playoff résumé. More pertinently, keeping an eye on Notre...
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Baylor to host FCS game displaced from flood-ravaged Houston
Richmond-Sam Houston State opener had been scheduled for Sunday in Huntsville, Tex.
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Amidst outcry, and sponsor’s public condemnation, CFL team nixes hiring of Art Briles
Sponsor had 'strongly condemned' Briles hiring, with team and league coming to a decision after lengthy discussion.
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