News or noise? How the CFP and Heisman markets are taking shape after Week 1
After points galore in Week 1, which teams and players are most likely to keep up throughout the season?
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Bowl projections: Which teams could we see in the postseason following Week 1 results?
Thinking of the postseason already? Here are projections each bowl game, plus the playoff, following Week 1.
Power Rankings: First impressions following Week 1
After an entertaining Week 1, which teams did our college football experts vote into the Top 25?
Jennings sheds INTs, throws for 430 in SMU's win
SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings shook off a pair of interceptions to lead the No. 19 Mustangs' winning scoring drive, capped by Nick Reed's 20-yard field goal with 21 seconds to play, and the road team wrapped up a 27-24...
SMU-FSU played with limited power: 'Old school'
The game between No. 19 SMU and Florida State kicked off after a nearly two-hour delay and was played with limited power at Doak Campbell Stadium.
U-M coach gives Underwood tepid backing as QB1
Michigan will continue to start Bryce Underwood at quarterback despite struggles in the season opener, coach Kyle Whittingham said Monday.
Manning eyes 2nd shot at OSU after 'rough' debut
Arch Manning says he doesn't like to think about his ill-fated debut against the Buckeyes last year as his Longhorns look for redemption this Saturday.
Belichick: UNC focused on 'doing things properly'
Bill Belichick said Monday he believes UNC "totally" had an atmosphere of following rules amid a school investigation into conduct within his football program.
Washington loses RBs Carr, Limar to injuries
Washington's running back depth has taken a significant hit as starter Quaid Carr and backup Jayden Limar both will miss extended time with injuries sustained in Sunday's win against Washington State.
Indiana loses RB Martin until at least midseason
Indiana running back Khobie Martin will be out until midseason with an arm injury, coach Curt Cignetti said Monday.
Sources: Big 12 drops lawsuit against Texas Tech
The Big 12 has withdrawn the federal lawsuit it filed against Texas Tech in June amid questions of former quarterback Brendan Sorsby's eligibility, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel on Monday.
🏴☠️ Alabama's ECU jab leads Week 1 CFB trolls
The Crimson Tide used a mascot-themed caption to troll the Pirates after a dominant season-opening win in Tuscaloosa.
Way too early Bubble Watch: Who looks good for CFP?
Putting the spotlight on select teams and questions around others as the early playoff picture takes shape.
College Football Playoff predictions after Week 1
Find out which teams our experts think will make this season's CFP.
How Notre Dame’s opponents fared in WEEK 1 of the CFB season
We’re keeping track of Notre Dame’s opponents and how they do each and every week — because it might be fun.
TUESDAY MORNING QUARTERBACK: Why Coug fans should be encouraged by Washington State's Apple Cup showing
Sep. 8—Yes, Washington State lost another Apple Cup, falling 24-10 to No. 17 Washington Sunday in Seattle. And yes, you, as a WSU fan, can justifiably be disappointed — the mere fact that it was a one-score game until t...
2026 Big Ten Roundup-- Week 1 filled with shocks and blowouts
The 2026 Big Ten Roundup for Week 1 was filled with plenty of shocks as many Big Ten teams blew out their competition.
Sluggish offensive performance gives Auburn low 'SEC vibes'
Seth Emerson of The Athletic says Auburn's offensive performance in Week 1 looked very familiar.
Oklahoma's College Football Playoff odds go up after win over UTEP
ESPN's FPI gives Oklahoma an increased chance to make the College Football Playoff.
Big Ten power rankings after chaos-filled Week 1
The Big Ten conference is eyeing a fourth straight National Championship, and it may have a few teams that can make that happen.
CFP Bracketology: Week 1
The long journey begins
Penn State moves up in ESPN’s FPI rankings ahead of Week 2
Penn State moved up two spots on ESPN’s Football Power Index this week, climbing ahead of Michigan after their shaky Week 1 performance.
Updated ESPN FPI predictions for every Penn State game in 2026
ESPN's computers are now extremely optimistic about Penn State's 2026 outlook after the results of Week 1 around the Big Ten.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Rice Owls: Recruiting Comparison
Marcus Freeman’s squad boasts a massive talent advantage on paper. Discover how the Irish’s elite blue-chip prospects stack up against the Owls' developmental roster before kickoff.
Tiger Tails: Your daily LSU news
Here are today’s LSU news links
Recruiting Roundup: Top QB target sets game day visit to Michigan
Michigan is making progress with top QB targets in the 2028 class, with one of them visiting later this month:
Who watched B1G football in week 1….and week zero?
B1G stadiums are big….were they full? Fans can be a fickle lot. And they are different, depending on where you are. Can you imagine Nebraska not selling out? Can you imagine Rutgers always selling out? There are always...
Which Oklahoma high school football teams are playing in Week 2? Here's the schedule
Which teams are playing Oklahoma high school football this week? Here's a look at the Week 2 schedule.
Lane Kiffin Reveals His Biggest Concern as Clemson Rout Masks LSU’s Major Weakness
The rain delayed LSU-Clemson by nearly 90 minutes. But once the game finally started, there wasn’t much suspense left to wash away.
Nebraska flag football to play in CFP Flag Football Showcase
The CFP and iFlag made a big announcement for flag football. Nebraska flag football will compete in the first ever CFP Flag Football Showcase.
"Terrible": Dabo Swinney Confirms Serious Problem at Clemson as LSU Loss Haunts 2x Natty-Winning Coach
Lane Kiffin’s LSU Tigers completely humiliated Clemson in a 51-10 opening-night blowout in Baton Rouge. A beatdown that severe usually forces a program to look in the mirror.
LSU's Lane Kiffin expects more playing time for transfer wide receiver
LSU football head coach Lane Kiffin explained why Malik Elzy earned the start vs Clemson in Week 1.
'Pray': Arizona State HC Kenny Dillingham on facing QB Marcel Reed
Arizona State coach Kenny Dillingham had a simple answer when asked how to game plan for Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed: “Pray.”
FSU football's winners and losers from ACC opening loss
Florida State forced four turnovers but could not capitalize enough in a 27-24 loss to SMU. See the winners and losers from the game.
Clemson Tigers Called Out for Fumbling QB Aidan Chiles
The Clemson Tigers may have been able to nab Aidan Chiles in the transfer portal, but they chose not to.
Predicting AP Top 25 college football poll entering Week 2 of 2026 season
With one week of college football in the books, here's how the AP Top 25 could look like.