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Full Ride: Top 5 Beast-Mode Running Backs in the 2014 Class

It’s time to check out the top five beast-mode running backs of the 2014 class. All of these backs have amazing skills out of the backfield and are able to break a run on any given carry. 247Sports national recruiting director JC Shurburtt breaks down these prospects and what it takes to be part of this selective group. Show More Summary

Nebraska Football: Power Ranking the 20 Most Memorable Plays in Huskers' History

The Nebraska Cornhuskers have provided more than a few unforgettable plays over the years. There have been long touchdowns that have brought the crowd to their feet, unthinkable mistakes that haunt the memory of even the most optimistic fans and one-of-a-kind plays that no one could have predicted. Show More Summary

The SEC's Top 50 Players for 2013

Over the last decade, the SEC has solidified its status as the superior conference in college football. Not only has the league been home to the last seven BCS national champions, but it’s also routinely produced some of the sport’s biggest stars and some of the most coveted NFL prospects. Show More Summary

Pac-12's Larry Scott is college's highest paid commissioner

The leader of the Pac-12 Conference made more than $3 million in 2011-12 according to the Wall Street Journal. Pac-12 commissioner Larry Scott made more than $3 million in 2011-12 according to the Wall Street Journal.

Latest 2014 Recruiting Roundup: Michigan, Notre Dame Make Big Headlines

Michigan has the No. 1 recruiting class in the nation, according to ESPN, Nick Saban has sent a lot of players to the NFL and Missouri was the standout recruiting program this past week in the SEC. Welcome to this week's edition of the...Show More Summary

Alabama Football: $105,000 for a Shattered BCS Trophy? Seriously?

As the old saying goes, "Football is religion in the SEC." While that may not be entirely accurate, fans routinely make Internet waves with creative tattoos, wedding cakes and even music videos—most of which fail miserably (looking at you, Missouri). Show More Summary

5-Star Georgia Commit Sony Michel Says Football First, Rap Second

Michigan State recruit Jay Harris recently ate up the headlines when he announced that he will turn down a scholarship for the slim chance of becoming a successful rapper. Georgia commit Sony Michel may have similar goals, but those will follow after school and a chance to make something of himself on the football field. Show More Summary

Ohio State Football: Carlos Hyde Found a Big Role in Urban Meyer's Offense

When Urban Meyer was hired as head coach in November of 2011, Ohio State fans everywhere were excited to see the spread offense the Buckeyes would be implementing in 2012. Carlos Hyde, Ohio State's 6'0", 240-pound running back, was concerned. Show More Summary

Northwestern Wildcats are a team that will surprise in 2013

The Wildcats are coming off their first double-digit win season since 1995 and riding a wave of confidence and talent heading into this upcoming college football season. Northwestern is coming off its first double-digit win season since 1995 and riding a wave of confidence and talent heading into this upcoming college football season.

Bleacher Report's Big Ten Preseason All-Conference Teams

The offseason has reached a midpoint, and that means summer college football previews are right around the corner. Phil Steele and many others will be hitting local bookshelves within the next month, which feels like the unofficial kickoff to football season. Show More Summary

Coach Chris Petersen's 3 Biggest Challenges for the Boise State Broncos in 2013

Boise State is heading into the 2013 college football season with some momentum, several key returning starters and, as usual, high expectations. The 2013 season looks to be a good one for the Broncos, and it could be another BCS year. Show More Summary

Michigan Football: Watson Snub, St. Louis Connection Impact 2014-15 Recruiting

Losing Kyron Watson could have a domino effect on Michigan Wolverines coach Brady Hoke’s future recruiting plans. And a lot of that could potentially hinge on a St. Louis-area connection and what Watson, a 3-star-rated linebacker out of East St. Show More Summary

Urban Meyer's 3 Biggest Challenges for the Ohio State Buckeyes in 2013

The Ohio State Buckeyes are certainly among the favorites to win the national championship this season, and Urban Meyer is a big reason why. He guided the Buckeyes to a 12-0 season in his first year with a team that had only won six games the year before. Show More Summary

North Texas Mean Green are No. 98 team in Sentinel preseason rankings

Mean Green hope to take step forward in Dan McCarney's second season North Texas Mean Green are No. 98 team in Sentinel preseason rankings

7 Best Offseason College Football Instagram Photos

College football is still some time away, but at least we have things like Instagram to help us pass the time. True, not everyone has an Instagram account, and many don't post nearly often enough. However, there are some that have a lot of fun sharing pictures with us fans as we all wait for the 2013 season together. Show More Summary

Bo Pelini's Biggest Challenges for the Cornhuskers in 2013

“I got 99 problems but a solid wide receiver corps ain’t one.” Jay-Z, “99 Problems” (sort of) Coming into 2013, Nebraska football head coach Bo Pelini has a number of challenges facing him to get the Cornhuskers to a conference (and national) title. Show More Summary

Will Muschamp's 5 Biggest Challenges for Florida in 2013

In his second year as head coach of the Florida Gators, Will Muschamp was already on the hot seat in the eyes of Gators fans. The main reason was a 7-6 campaign in 2011 that was full of struggles. Although many of those struggles carried over into 2012, Muschamp was able to work his magic and lead the Gators to the Sugar Bowl. Show More Summary

Are Neutral-Site College Football Regular-Season Games Sacrilegious?

As TV contracts have become more lucrative in college football, the concept of the neutrally sited regular-season game has become more popular, a phenomenon that naturally leads us to question its place in the sport. Indeed, isn ’t what...Show More Summary

Frank Beamer's 4 Biggest Challenges for the Hokies in 2013

The Virginia Tech Hokies are coming off an embarrassing 2012. The Hokies finished their worst season in 20 years with a 7-6 record. The Hokies ' biggest issue last season was an offense which finished No. 81 in total offense. As a result,...Show More Summary

Bill O'Brien's 3 Biggest Challenges for Penn State in 2013

The Penn State Nittany Lions enter 2013 with high expectations after finishing 8-4 last season despite difficult circumstances. While the new season brings high hopes, there will be challenges for head coach Bill O'Brien to face. Though...Show More Summary

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