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Power Ranking the Most Talented College Football Families

There are plenty of familiar names running around college football fields today, but some are recognizable to more than just one age group of fans. From the glory days to the modern era, some families have etched their name on each generation of college football. Show More Summary

Breaking Down the Biggest Keys to Another Alabama Football National Championship

The University of Alabama is on top of the college football world, after winning its third national championship is four years, and it will look to do the unthinkable and win a third consecutive title in the upcoming season. But the Crimson Tide are not invincible to obstacles that every program faces during the offseason. Show More Summary

Transfer Guide for College Football QBs: When to Leave, When to Wait Your Turn

Every quarterback that signs a letter of intent with a FBS program dreams of starting for his squad right away, becoming an All-American and winning a Heisman. But all too often, things don't quite work out as they hope. It's rare for a quarterback to start as a freshman. Show More Summary

Michigan Football: Bold Predictions for Wolverines' 2013 Season

Coach Brady Hoke and the Michigan Wolverines enter the 2013 with high expectations. And rightfully so because there's the historical implication of tradition combined with Hoke having made Michigan a strong Big Ten contender since taking over. Show More Summary

Power Ranking the Best Tailgating Scenes in the SEC

The SEC features the best college football in the country. Collectively, the 14 member institutions and the communities in which they reside know how to party on game day. In this slideshow, I will rank the SEC schools according to their tailgating scenes. Show More Summary

Texas Football: 4 Potential Impact Freshmen for the Longhorns

College football is forever a revolving door of high school talent, perpetually keeping the sport young, wild and unpredictable. The Texas Longhorns will officially welcome 15 new players as part of their 2013 recruiting class in just a few weeks, although several from the group enrolled early and have already been through a semester on campus. Show More Summary

UConn Huskies are No. 95 in Sentinel's preseason rankings

Huskies need major improvement on offense as they move to American Athletic Conference UConn Huskies are No. 95 in Sentinel's preseason rankings

Kansas Coach Charlie Weis Lands WR Nick Harwell for Jayhawks

Kansas football announced Wednesday evening that the team has landed wide receiver Nick Harwell. According to the KU athletics website, "Harwell has signed a grant in aid to join the KU football program in August." The Jayhawks have a receiving core with limited talent in Andrew Turzilli, Justin McCay and Josh Ford. Show More Summary

Houston RB Charles Sims Reportedly Transferring Before Senior Season

Houston Cougars running back Charles Sims is reportedly leaving the program just ahead of his senior season. Rob Sellers of CougarsDen.com broke the news on Wednesday: The 6'1", 213-pound Sims enjoyed a stellar campaign for the Cougars...Show More Summary

The Cyclical Nature of College Football and How Long Alabama's Run Will Last

Seven years. That is how long the Southeastern Conference has dominated college football. Alabama has won three of the last four BCS titles. How long will this onslaught last? That depends on two things—the head coach and the NCAA. College football is cyclical. Show More Summary

Best- and Worst-Case 2013 Scenarios for Every Pac-12 Football Team

This fall the Pac-12 is loaded with talent and looking for titles. Each team has a fresh start, but not all are title contenders. Some just want to make the postseason. This is a look at the best and worst that the fall will have to offer for each Pac-12 team. Show More Summary

Ohio State Football: National Title Hopes Rest on Urban Meyer's Shoulders

Ohio State isn't the most talented team in the nation. In fact, you could make a case that the Buckeyes aren't even in the top five when it comes to talent on paper, what with the departures of defensive linemen Johnathan Hankins and John Simon, outside linebacker Etienne Sabino, tight end Jake Stoneburner and fullback Zach Boren. Show More Summary

The Right and Wrong Way for College Football Coaches to Recruit on the Internet

In the race to stay relevant in college football, two BCS conference coaches have ended up looking like schmucks—and they were outclassed by a coach from the MAC. In recent weeks, Florida wide receivers coach and recruiting coordinator...Show More Summary

Notre Dame Football Would Be in Trouble If Eddie Vanderdoes Decides to Bail

If you believe the latest rumors surrounding Notre Dame Football and its prized recruit, 5-star defensive tackle Eddie Vanderdoes, there's a chance the young man won't be taking his talents to South Bend. According to Lou Somogyi of 247Sports.com, there are rumors about whether or not Vanderdoes "might not be enrolling" at Notre Dame. Show More Summary

Breaking Down 247Sports' Initial Recruiting Rankings for Class of 2015

247Sports' No. 1 recruit for the class of 2015 goes to the same high schoo l that President Barack Obama attended. There are three quarterbacks that received 5-star rankings, and all three are pro-style quarterbacks from the state of California. Show More Summary

Michigan Football: Reasonable Goals for Wolverines' 2013 Season

Brady Hoke is entering his third season as the head coach of the Michigan Wolverines. Fans have witnessed both sides of the fence his first two seasons, as a BCS bowl game was clinched in 2011 and a subpar 8-5 record was reached last season. Show More Summary

Adam Choice Commits to Clemson: Tigers Land Stud 4-Star RB

Clemson continues its impressive start to the 2014 recruiting class. Running back Adam Choice is the latest to give the Tigers his verbal commitment. Kipp Adams and William Wilkerson of ESPN reported the news (paid link). "I committed to Clemson," Choice said. Show More Summary

Q&A with Cincinnati's Tommy Tuberville

The first-year Bearcats coach was at the American Athletic Conference spring meetings this week and spoke about the future of the new league. Cincinnati coach Tommy Tuberville was at the American Athletic Conference spring meetings this week and spoke about the future of the new league.

Analyzing How 5-Star QB Max Browne Fits into USC Trojans Offense

What do you do with a true freshman 5-star quarterback who has a cannon arm when you have two more experienced quarterbacks than him? Does a head coach start him, redshirt him or lock him in as a reserve? Those are the questions facing...Show More Summary

Hawaiian DE Canton Kaumatule Is No. 1 Recruit in 247Sports' First 2015 Rankings

Canton Kaumatule, newly minted 5-star defensive end, is just a rising junior, but he already checks in at nearly 6'7'', 275 pounds. At that size, he has immense potential as a college football recruit. So much potential, in fact, that the experts at 247Sports have named him the No. Show More Summary

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