Week 6 is college football’s last on the incline of the curve. After this Saturday, it’s all downhill on the race to the postseason. The legendary Beano Cook once quipped on the ESPN college football podcast that each season felt like Casablanca: You start it, and next thing you know, you’re at the airport. In […]
Conference season kicking into full gear across the nation means nothing but loaded Saturdays for the next nine weeks; well, at least until the week before Thanksgiving. Thanks, SEC. Week 5 ushers in October, the meat of the college football season, with some tasty offerings from early conference play. Four of the Power Five conferences […]
Week 1 of the college football season isn’t yet in the books – we’ve still got Purdue-Marshall Sunday and the highly anticipated Ohio State-Virginia Tech rematch Monday to round out five consecutive days of action. However, Week 1 Saturday is a wrap, so you may proceed with the customary overreactions. Has any conference been eliminated […]
Earlier this month, I published the preseason edition of CFB Huddle’s weekly Heisman Top 10. This ranking is a projection of the Heisman voting landscape based on prominence and media buzz. For me personally, there are a number of players whose credentials warrant more discussion for college football’s most prestigious, individual honor. Likewise, there are […]
USC transfer quarterback Ricky Town is not waiting long to scout potential destinations, per syndicated radio host Bo Mattingly. Recruiting Update: Multiple sources say USC QB transfer Ricky Town is on Arkansas campus for a visit and will be at practice tonight. — Bo Mattingly (@SportsTalkwBo) August 19, 2015 Should Town become a Razorback in […]
When Clint Trickett opines on the challenge facing Everett Golson both as Florida State quarterback and as a graduate transfer, it comes from a place of experience. Trickett took the opposite route of Golson, departing Florida State when it became evident Jameis Winston was going to be the Seminoles starter. But like Golson, he landed […]
Preludes to the 2015 season are in full swing in Pinehurst, North Carolina, and Dallas, where the ACC Kickoff and Big 12 media days, respectively, started Monday. Heading into a pivotal season, West Virginia head coach Dana Holgorsen faces some big challenges. Holgo is known for his offensive chops, and the Mountaineers have indeed scored […]
While Les Miles works the recruiting trail and prepares for LSU’s next football season, Les Miles’ son, Manny, hit the recruiting trail on his own behalf. Manny Miles told Robin Fambrough of The Advocate he is committing to Larry Fedora and the North Carolina Tar Heels as a preferred walk-on, making the choice after a […]
Too many college football rivalries were sacrificed to the gods of television revenue, vis-a-vis conference realignment. From the Backyard Brawl to Oklahoma-Nebraska, the staff at The Student Section breaks down dormant rivalries that need a reboot. Of all the realignment-killed rivalries, the Backyard Brawl’s demise is especially asinine. West Virginia shirking a decades-old, bitter rivalry […]
Touring around college football’s headlines for Tuesday, April 21, Tennessee running back Alvin Kamara is after the opportunities that he couldn’t get at Alabama; the Oregon Ducks are chasing the champion they’ve yet to win; and a former Arizona State tight end is seeking his chance at professional sports stardom Down Under. Ducks Still Have […]
Memphis: It’s a city where Jerry Lawler reigned as King and tens of thousands routinely packed Mid-South Coliseum for professional wrestling. Thus, it’s only fitting Memphis’ postseason college football affair, the Liberty Bowl, would pay homage to the squared circle. Of course Memphis’ rich wrestling history played a part in Monday’s Liberty Bowl. Why else […]
We’re just a fortnight removed from one of the most chaotic weekends of college football in recent memory and many of us are still catching our breath. Best get your second wind soon, because Week 8 has the potential of turning the landscape on its head once again.
Impressive Week 3 wins for Virginia and West Virginia should turn down the dial on Mike London and Dana Holgorsen hot seat talk.
The long wait is over. Week 1 of the 2014 college football season is here, and not a moment too soon.
Seasoned college football web users might have advice for Florida State head coach Jimbo Fisher: When it comes to West Virginia and the Big 12, tread lightly.
