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June 1 was highlighted as a significant date for Bill Belichick when his North Carolina contract was released. So what's actually changing?

The similarities between European soccer and American college football soon might include the sports' approach to building a tournament.

SEC coaches favor sticking with five automatic bids and going at-large for the rest. They should feel that way. It's better for them.

What's with Florida's slow start? Is Notre Dame commit Thomas Davis Jr. a threat to flip to Georgia? When will Alabama and LSU land QBs?

Some offensive coordinators have as many 100 plays at their disposal. The best of the best know what to call at the right time.

Torre had to leave ESPN to carve out a spot in the media landscape that fits him, mixing the silly -- even the salacious -- with the smart.

From real coaches to dynasty cross-play, EA Sports College Football 26 comes with several interesting and fun tweaks.

On the final day of its spring meetings, the conference didn't reveal its CFP preference, but it made clear its priority: schedule strength.

Notre Dame and USC do not have a scheduling agreement beyond 2025. Marcus Freeman made his rivalry stance clear on Thursday.