# SprtsBite

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## Posts

- [Mateer looks to lead Oklahoma to SEC, CFP stardom](https://sprtsbite.com/oklahoma-season-preview/): Oklahoma's offense hopes to bring it further in the postseason. 
- [Michigan State’s unflashy coaching hire won’t lead to quick rebuild](https://sprtsbite.com/pat-fitzgerald-michigan-state-analysis/): The Spartans’ new leader has coaching pedigree in the conference, but it might take time to turn things around in East Lansing.
- [NCAA Suspends Tennessee LB Arion Carter](https://sprtsbite.com/ncaa-suspends-tennessee-lb-arion-carter/): The NCAA suspended Tennessee star linebacker Arion Carter for two games after his agent paid for a $427 flight to an NFL pre-draft training facility before Carter returned to college, per Adam Sparks.
- [Bearing the load: Bachmeier aims to lead BYU to success in 2026](https://sprtsbite.com/byu-2026-season-preview/): BYU’s exciting sophomore quarterback will be tasked with leading the Cougars to the promised land.
- [UCLA takes GO5 route with Bob Chesney](https://sprtsbite.com/ucla-bob-chesney-preview/): After loading the roster with former James Madison players, Chesney and the Bruins are looking for reinvigorated success.
- [Ohio State lands JPMorganChase jersey patch deal](https://sprtsbite.com/ohio-state-lands-jpmorganchase-jersey-patch-deal/): Ohio State is entering a corporate partnership with JPMorganChase that includes jersey patches for all 36 OSU teams, ESPN's Pete Thamel reported, citing industry sources. The deal is expected to pay OSU nearly $17 million annually, an industry-leading figure.
- [Marcel Reed, talented offense aim to bring Texas A&M to top of SEC](https://sprtsbite.com/texas-am-2026-season-preview/): Can Reed bring the Aggies back to the College Football Playoff?
- [Hiring Matt Campbell could take Penn State to new heights in 2026-27](https://sprtsbite.com/matt-campbell-penn-state-preview/): Could Campbell be the move the Nittany Lions needed?
- [Texas Tech offense can still thrive after losing Sorsby](https://sprtsbite.com/texas-tech-2026-season-preview/): Even without Brendan Sorsby, the Red Raiders have a loaded offense that should take them to the top of the Big 12.
- [Kyle Whittingham leads series of exciting head coaching hires in Big 10](https://sprtsbite.com/kyle-whittingham-michigan-preview/): Coming over from Utah, Whittingham should bring a smooth transition of success to Ann Arbor.
- [Darian Mensah is Miami's Next Big Quarterback Purchase](https://sprtsbite.com/darian-mensah-is-miamis-next-big-quarterback-purchase/): Miami's $10 million investment in Darian Mensah reflects the current state of college football.
- [LSU 2026 Season Preview: Can Lane Kiffin Return the Tigers to College Football's Elite?](https://sprtsbite.com/lsu-2026-season-preview-lane-kiffin/): A new era begins in Death Valley as Lane Kiffin looks to return LSU to championship contention.
- [USC 2026 Season Preview: Can the Trojans be the Best of the Rest?](https://sprtsbite.com/usc-2026-season-preview-the-best-of-the-rest/): Lincoln Riley is bringing in another top recruiting class.
- [ACC Win Total Picks for the 2026 Season](https://sprtsbite.com/2026-acc-football-win-total-picks/): Making our 2026 win total picks for the ACC conference.
- [Ole Miss 2026 Season Preview: New Era, Same Expectations](https://sprtsbite.com/ole-miss-2026-season-preview-new-era/): The Rebels eye sustained success under new leadership.
- [Georgia on the Hunt for its Third Ring this Decade](https://sprtsbite.com/georgia-season-preview/): Kirby Smart and the Bulldogs have championship expectations once again.
- [Alabama’s Quarterback Questions, Strong Defense Make Up Intriguing 2026 Roster](https://sprtsbite.com/alabama-season-preview/): The quarterback who emerges could lead the Crimson Tide deep in the postseason.
- [Indiana Looks to Continue Movie-Worthy Turnaround](https://sprtsbite.com/indiana-2026-preview/): Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers are writing the best story in college football.
- [Can Arch Manning Lead Texas to the College Football Playoff?](https://sprtsbite.com/texas-season-preview/): The pressure in Austin has never been higher.
- [Oregon 2026 Season Preview](https://sprtsbite.com/oregon-2026-preview/): Oregon is 38-5 in the last three seasons, the best record in college football.
- [Ohio State 2026 Season Preview](https://sprtsbite.com/ohio-state-2026-preview/): The Buckeyes are on the hunt for a national championship.
- [Texas A&M has the best 2027 class in the nation](https://sprtsbite.com/texas-am-no-1-ranked-2027-recruiting-class/): Mike Elko and Texas A&M are raking in the nation's top 2027 class.
- [The Elite 2026 Receiver Class](https://sprtsbite.com/the-elite-2026-receiver-class/): The 2026 receiver class has some studs.
- [Elite Defenses Shine and a Heisman Candidate Shows Out: Landers’ Locks Week 9](https://sprtsbite.com/best-bets-of-college-football-week-9/): Best Bets of College Football Week 9.
- [Could a Single School Have 2 Heisman Finalists?](https://sprtsbite.com/week-8-college-football-heisman-rankings/): Post Week 8 Heisman Rankings.
- [Texas survives shootout in Austin, overcomes third straight blown lead to beat Ole Miss](https://sprtsbite.com/texas-survives-shootout-in-austin-overcomes-third-straight-blown-lead-to-beat-ole-miss/): The Longhorns nearly dropped their third game of the year at home against the Rebels.
- [Top-5 QB BiteScores Through Week 8](https://sprtsbite.com/cfb-quarterback-rankings-week-8/): The five best quarterback BiteScores through the eighth full week of college football. The Player BiteScore is an AI-powered rating system that favors statistical game averages while factoring opponent strength and player experience.
- [The Week 8 BiteScore Top-25 Released](https://sprtsbite.com/week-8-bitescore-top-25/): The 25 best team BiteScores through the eighth full week of college football. The team BiteScore is an AI-powered rating system that favors win percentage, win streaks and strength of schedule while factoring in offensive and defensive efficiency.
- [Mizzou running back Ahmad Hardy to return to practice](https://sprtsbite.com/mizzou-running-back-ahmad-hardy-to-return-to-practice/): Mizzou All-American running back Ahmad Hardy will return to practice this week after consulting with the team’s medical staff, coach Eli Drinkwitz said on X. Hardy suffered a gunshot wound in May and has been working toward a return. Drinkwitz said the medical staff will determine when Hardy returns to game action.
- [Big Time Let Downs, and another Tigers Upset: Landers’ Locks Week 8](https://sprtsbite.com/best-bets-of-college-football-week-8/): Best Bets of College Football Week 8.
- [2026 Midseason check-in: The 50 Best CFB Players According to BiteScore](https://sprtsbite.com/50-best-players-in-college-football/): A long, long list of SprtsBite’s 50 best players midway through the 2026 season.
- [Auburn dismisses linebacker Xavier Atkins](https://sprtsbite.com/auburn-dismisses-linebacker-xavier-atkins/): Auburn has dismissed star linebacker Xavier Atkins, ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported. Atkins was suspended for Saturday’s win over No. 1 Georgia, and his status had been uncertain. Atkins earned first-team All-SEC honors in 2025 after leading the league with 17.0 tackles for loss. In a statement, Atkins said he respects Auburn, will continue supporting his teammates, is focused on his health, family and finishing the academic semester, and plans to enter the transfer portal at the appropriate time.
- [Did the Gators Find a Gem in Tramell Jones Jr.?](https://sprtsbite.com/did-the-gators-find-a-gem-in-tramell-jones-jr/): The Florida Gators handed No. 7 Texas their second consecutive loss of the season.
- [Top-5 QB BiteScores Through Week 7](https://sprtsbite.com/top-5-qb-bitescores-through-week-7/): The five best quarterback BiteScores through the seventh full week of college football. The Player BiteScore is an AI-powered rating system that favors statistical game averages while factoring opponent strength and player experience.
- [Could a Group of 6 Wide Receiver make it to New York?](https://sprtsbite.com/could-a-group-of-6-wide-receiver-make-it-to-new-york/): SprtsBite's Heisman rankings through Week 7 of college football.
- [The Week 7 BiteScore Top-25 Released](https://sprtsbite.com/week-7-bitescore-top-25/): The 25 best team BiteScores through the seventh full week of college football. The team BiteScore is an AI-powered rating system that favors win percentage, win streaks and strength of schedule while factoring in offensive and defensive efficiency.
- [SprtsBite 2027 NFL Mock Draft: Mid-October Edition](https://sprtsbite.com/2027-nfl-mock-draft-mid-october-edition/): A look at the first SprtsBite NFL mock draft, featuring six first-round quarterbacks.
- [SEC Overs, Unders and a Gameday Cover: Landers’ Locks, Week 7](https://sprtsbite.com/sec-overs-unders-and-a-gameday-cover-landers-locks-week-7/): Best bets of the seventh week of college football.
- [CFP, ESPN reach handshake deal on 24-team format](https://sprtsbite.com/cfp-espn-reach-handshake-deal-on-24-team-format/): The College Football Playoff and ESPN have a “handshake deal” on a 24-team playoff format, according to @CFBHeather. Some approvals remain, but the expanded playoff remains on track to begin in 2027.
- [Three questions ahead of Ohio State’s matchup against Indiana](https://sprtsbite.com/three-questions-ahead-of-ohio-states-matchup-against-indiana/): A few important questions college football fans are seeking answers for heading into a crucial Week 7 battle in the Big Ten.
- [College Football Playoff nearing deal to expand to 24 teams, ESPN reports](https://sprtsbite.com/college-football-playoff-nearing-deal-to-expand-to-24-teams-espn-reports/): The College Football Playoff is nearing a deal to expand to 24 teams beginning in 2027, ESPN reports. SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said there is “an openness to College Football Playoff expansion” and that he expects a decision on expanding the current 12-team field to 24 teams “sooner rather than later.” Asked if the SEC is open to a 24-team playoff, Sankey said, “I’ve always communicated that we’ve never said no.”
- [George MacIntyre Set to Start for No. 14 Tennessee Against No. 6 Alabama](https://sprtsbite.com/george-macintyre-set-to-start-for-no-14-tennessee-against-no-6-alabama/): George MacIntyre is set to start for No. 14 Tennessee against No. 6 Alabama this weekend, ESPN's Pete Thamel reported. It will be MacIntyre's second straight week as the Volunteers' starter. Faizon Brandon was listed as questionable for Tennessee.
- [Can anyone stop Miami in the race for the ACC title?](https://sprtsbite.com/can-anyone-stop-miami-in-the-race-for-the-acc-title/): Which squads below the Hurricanes in the ACC standings are best suited to stop them?
- [UCLA's Iamaleava Out Indefinitely; Pitt's Heintschel Done for Season](https://sprtsbite.com/uclas-iamaleava-out-indefinitely-pitts-heintschel-done-for-season/): UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava is out indefinitely with a knee injury, ESPN's Pete Thamel reported. Coach Bob Chesney said doctors have not made a final determination and there is “serious concern” about the injury. Pitt quarterback Mason Heintschel tore his ACL in Friday’s win over Virginia Tech, will miss the rest of the season and had successful surgery at UPMC East, Thamel reported.
- [Oklahoma revives season after Red River Rivalry win over Texas](https://sprtsbite.com/oklahoma-still-has-work-to-do-after-beating-texas/): The Sooners saved their season by squeezing past the Longhorns in an ugly game for both sides.
- [Big 12 Midseason Temperature Check](https://sprtsbite.com/big-12-midseason-temperature-check/): Separating the pretenders, contenders, and more in the Big 12.
- [Top-5 QB BiteScores Through Week 6](https://sprtsbite.com/top-5-qb-bitescores-through-week-6/): The five best quarterback BiteScores through the sixth full week of college football. The Player BiteScore is an AI-powered rating system that favors statistical game averages while factoring opponent strength and player experience.
- [Kentucky Stuns LSU in Overtime](https://sprtsbite.com/kentucky-stuns-lsu-in-overtime/): The SEC upset of the week.
- [The Week 6 BiteScore Top-25 Released](https://sprtsbite.com/the-week-6-bitescore-top-25-released/): The 25 best team BiteScores through the sixth full week of college football. The team BiteScore is an AI-powered rating system that favors win percentage, win streaks and strength of schedule while factoring in offensive and defensive efficiency.
- [Rebels Bounce Back and Some Group of 6 Action: Landers’ Locks Week 6](https://sprtsbite.com/rebels-bounce-back-and-some-group-of-6-action-landers-locks-week-6/): Best Bets of College Football Week 6.
- [Sleeper Files: A 5 Sack Game? Week 4-5](https://sprtsbite.com/best-group-of-six-performances-week-4-5/): Best under-the radar-performances from Week 4 and 5.
- [Keelon Russell Rolls Into the Top 4, Defensive Player joins the list: Week 6 Heisman Rankings](https://sprtsbite.com/keelon-russell-week-6-heisman-rankings/): A look at our Heisman Trophy ladder heading into Week 6.
- [Top-5 QB BiteScores Through Week 5](https://sprtsbite.com/top-5-qb-bitescores-through-week-5/): The five best quarterback BiteScores through the fifth full week of college football. The Player BiteScore is an AI-powered system that favors statistical game averages while factoring opponent strength and player experience.
- [Mizzou Blows Out No. 8 Florida, Snaps 16-Game Losing Streak Against Top-10 Opponents](https://sprtsbite.com/mizzou-beats-top-10-opponent-first-time-since-2013/): Mizzou dismantled Florida and moved up 11 spots in the AP poll.
- [The Week 5 BiteScore Top-25 Released](https://sprtsbite.com/week-5-bitescore-top-25/): The 25 best team BiteScores through the fifth full week of college football. The team BiteScore is an AI-powered system that favors win percentage, win streaks and strength of schedule while factoring in offensive and defensive efficiency.
- [Georgia Keeps on Rolling and a Gameday Upset? Landers’ Locks Week 5](https://sprtsbite.com/georgia-keeps-on-rolling-and-a-gameday-upset-landers-locks-week-5/): Best Bets of College Football Week 5.
- [Generational WR Soars Back Into the Rankings: Week 5 Heisman Rankings](https://sprtsbite.com/heisman-rankings-week-5-cfb/): One of the best wide receiver prospects in recent memory has found a spot in our Week 5 Heisman Trophy ladder.
- [Florida’s Dominant Win Puts the Gators Back in the National Spotlight](https://sprtsbite.com/florida-football-back-in-spotlight/): The Florida Gators crack the top 10 for the first time in five years.
- [Protect College Sports Act passes Senate with 77 yes votes](https://sprtsbite.com/protect-college-sports-act-passes-senate-with-77-yes-votes/): The Protect College Sports Act passed through the Senate with overwhelming support, receiving 77 yes votes, ESPN's Dan Murphy reported. The bill would give the NCAA an antitrust exemption intended to help enforce a cap on how much teams can pay athletes and other rules affected by recent legal challenges. If it becomes law, athletes would be limited to one penalty-free transfer during their college career, and it would reinforce NCAA rules limiting athletes to a five-year competition window beginning when they finish high school or turn 19.
- [Top-5 QB BiteScores Through Week 4](https://sprtsbite.com/top-5-qb-bitescores-through-week-4/): The five best quarterback BiteScores through the fourth full week of college football. The Player BiteScore is an AI-powered system that favors statistical game averages while factoring opponent strength and player experience.
- [The Week 4 BiteScore Top-25 Released](https://sprtsbite.com/week-4-bitescore-top-25/): The 25 best team BiteScores through the fourth full week of college football. The team BiteScore is an AI-powered system that favors win percentage, win streaks and strength of schedule while factoring in offensive and defensive efficiency.
- [South Carolina suspends EDGE Dylan Stewart indefinitely](https://sprtsbite.com/south-carolina-suspends-edge-dylan-stewart-indefinitely/): South Carolina coach Shane Beamer announced star EDGE Dylan Stewart has been suspended indefinitely. Stewart punched an Alabama player and was seen talking back to coaches on the sideline at Alabama.
- [How Far Does Chambliss Climb After Big Win Against LSU?](https://sprtsbite.com/trinidad-chambliss-climbs-heisman-rankings/): Week 4 Heisman rankings.
- [Gameday Spoiled by the Longhorns and an SEC Longshot: Landers’ Locks, Week 4](https://sprtsbite.com/best-week-4-college-football-bets/): Best bets of the fourth week of the college football season.
- [The SprtsBite Sleeper Files: Weeks 1-3](https://sprtsbite.com/jesse-legree-leads-nation-in-receiving-yards/): Most underrated players and performances through three weeks of the 2026 college football season.
- [Where does Koby Howard’s injury leave Penn State?](https://sprtsbite.com/where-does-koby-howards-injury-leave-penn-state/): The Nittany Lions are down their leading wide receiver and a BiteScore Top-10 player.
- [Rebels Get Last Laugh in Kiffin's Return and UK Stuns Texas A&M in College Station; Week 3 SEC Recap](https://sprtsbite.com/ole-miss-gets-last-laugh-week-3-sec-recap/): A look into the events that unfolded in the SEC during the third week of the season.
- [Recapping Week 3 in the Big Ten and Looking Ahead to Week 4](https://sprtsbite.com/big-ten-week-3-recap-week-4-preview/): A few big wins and losses took the spotlight in the Big Ten in the third installment of the new CFB season.
- [Top-5 QB BiteScores Through Week 3](https://sprtsbite.com/top-5-qb-bitescores-week-3/): The five best quarterback BiteScores through the third full week of college football. The Player BiteScore is an AI-powered system that favors statistical game averages while factoring opponent strength and player experience.
- [The Week 3 BiteScore Top-25 Released](https://sprtsbite.com/week-3-bitescore-top-25/): The five best team BiteScores through the third full week of college football. The team BiteScore is an AI-powered system that favors win percentage, win streaks and strength of schedule while factoring in offensive and defensive efficiency.
- [Most Fascinating SEC Matchups for Week 3 of CFB](https://sprtsbite.com/most-fascinating-sec-matchups-for-week-3-of-cfb/): LSU against Ole Miss are at the top of the list for the most interesting games in the Southeastern Conference in Week 3. 
- [Houston and Texas Tech meet in Lubbock for the first marquee game of Big 12 season](https://sprtsbite.com/houston-at-texas-tech-game-preview/): A ranked Big 12 showdown will be one of the best games in the Week 3 slate.
- [Bulldogs and Cougars: My Week 3 Locks](https://sprtsbite.com/best-bets-during-week-3-cfb/): Looking at the best bets of Week 3 of the college football season.
- [LSU QB Sam Leavitt participates in walkthrough after reported injury, Ole Miss not convinced](https://sprtsbite.com/lsu-qb-sam-leavitt-participates-in-walkthrough/): LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt participated in Thursday's walkthrough after being limited in Wednesday's practice, sources told @walexander. Leavitt was listed as doubtful on the initial injury report for Saturday's top-10 game at Ole Miss. Pete Thamel reported no one on the Ole Miss staff is convinced Leavitt will miss the game. Thamel mentioned that "These are the games that Lane Kiffin likes to play and Ole Miss knows that."
- [Heisman? Kamario Taylor Says Why Not?](https://sprtsbite.com/week-2-heisman-watch-kamario-taylor-why-not/): Breaking down where the Heisman race stands after Week 2 of college football.
- [The Top 5 QB Prospects in the 2027 NFL Draft](https://sprtsbite.com/the-top-5-qb-prospects-in-the-2027-nfl-draft/): A look at the best quarterback prospects who could enter the 2027 NFL draft.
- [Freshman Check-in: Which SEC newcomers Stand out after Week 2?](https://sprtsbite.com/best-freshman-sec-through-week-two/): Tennessee freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon has impressed through two games, among others. 
- [Top 5 QB BiteScores Through Week 2](https://sprtsbite.com/top-5-qb-bitescores-through-week-two/): The five best QB BiteScores through the second full week of College Football. The BiteScore is an AI-powered system that favors statistical game averages while factoring opponent strength and player experience.
- [The Week 2 BiteScore Top-25 Released](https://sprtsbite.com/cfb-bitescore-rankings-released/): The first weekly BiteScore Top-25 has arrived.
- [Oklahoma State Stuns Oregon in Stillwater](https://sprtsbite.com/oklahoma-state-stuns-oregon-in-stillwater/): The Oklahoma State Cowboys complete the greatest week-to-week turnaround in College Football history.
- [Pitt-UCF Light Up the Scoreboard: My Week 2 Locks](https://sprtsbite.com/pitt-ucf-light-up-the-scoreboard-my-week-2-locks/): Best Bets of College Football Week 2.
- [Big Ten Questions and Takeaways After Week One](https://sprtsbite.com/big-ten-questions-and-takeaways-after-week-one/): Multiple Big Ten teams struggled against lesser opponents in week one of college football.
- [Week 1 Heisman Watch: Could a WR Win?](https://sprtsbite.com/heisman-canadites-after-week-one/): Looking at our Heisman rankings with Week One of college football completed.
- [SEC seeks authority to expel LSU in amended lawsuit](https://sprtsbite.com/sec-seeks-authority-to-expel-lsu-in-amended-lawsuit/): The SEC filed an amendment Tuesday to its federal lawsuit against LSU, Lane Kiffin and school officials, seeking authority to expel LSU from the league. The filing indicates the seriousness of the SEC’s effort to affirm its legal right to enforce its own rules, the point of the original federal suit filed last week, according to ESPN’s Dan Murphy and Mark Schlabach.
- [MAC to appeal Michigan-Western Michigan result](https://sprtsbite.com/mac-to-appeal-michigan-western-michigan-result/): Mid-American Conference Commissioner Dr. Jon Steinbrecher said the league has submitted formal appeals to the NCAA FBS Oversight Committee and the College Football Playoff over the end of the Western Michigan-Michigan game. Steinbrecher said replay protocol was not properly followed when one second was put back on the clock and an additional play was awarded. He said the program-feed clock should have been used and, had protocol been followed, Western Michigan would have won 12-7. The MAC is asking that Western Michigan be recognized for rankings, evaluations and selection deliberations.
- [Top-5 QB BiteScores Through Week One](https://sprtsbite.com/top-5-qb-bitescores-through-week-one/): The five best QB BiteScores through the first full week of College Football. The BiteScore is an AI-powered system that favors statistical game averages while factoring opponent strength and player experience.
- [Ole Miss Walks it off in the final seconds against Louisville in a shootout](https://sprtsbite.com/ole-miss-walks-it-off-in-the-final-seconds-against-louisville/): The Rebels and Cardinals went down to the wire in a Week 1 battle. 
- [Five Stories: Big 12 Week Zero & One](https://sprtsbite.com/big-12-week-zero-one-recap/): Primetime games and things you might have missed in the Big 12.
- [LSU Runs Clemson To Death in Kiffin’s Debut](https://sprtsbite.com/lsu-runs-clemson-to-death-in-kiffins-debut/): In a battle of the Tigers in Death Valley, Lane Kiffin’s squad ran rampant and claimed a massive victory.
- [Big Ten explains clock ruling before Michigan Hail Mary](https://sprtsbite.com/big-ten-explains-clock-ruling-before-michigan-hail-mary/): The Big Ten said video review showed Western Michigan’s No. 18 jumped from an established out-of-bounds position and touched the ball with one second left, stopping the clock under NCAA Rule 4-2-3-a before Michigan’s game-winning Hail Mary against Western Michigan.
- [Most Intriguing SEC Quarterbacks for the 2026 Season](https://sprtsbite.com/most-intriguing-2026-sec-quarterbacks/): A few new quarterbacks in the Southeastern Conference are catching eyes ahead of the new season.
- [The 10 Best 2027 NFL Draft Prospects Entering the New Season (5-1)](https://sprtsbite.com/top-5-nfl-draft-prospects/): An initial look into the five best NFL Draft prospects entering the season.
- [Judge clears Wright, Harris to return to college football](https://sprtsbite.com/judge-clears-wright-harris-to-return-to-college-football/): A judge Thursday cleared former Ole Miss players Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris to return to college football after brief NFL stints. They said they intend to join Lane Kiffin at LSU, which opens Saturday against Clemson. The SEC said it disagrees with the ruling.
- [Mensah Airs It Out, Haynes Runs It In: My Week 1 Locks](https://sprtsbite.com/best-bets-week-1-cfb/): Best bets of Week 1 of college football.
- [SEC sues LSU, Kiffin in Alabama federal court](https://sprtsbite.com/sec-sues-lsu-kiffin-in-alabama-federal-court/): The SEC filed a lawsuit Thursday in U.S. District Court in Alabama against LSU, coach Lane Kiffin, President Wade Rousse and athletic director Verge Ausberry, according to On3. The filing came the same day as an injunction hearing over whether LSU can play Zxavian Harris and Dae’Quan Wright.
- [The Five Hottest Seats in the Big 12 This Season](https://sprtsbite.com/five-big-12-coaches-on-the-hot-seat/): This next season serves as a make-or-break for these Big 12 head coaches.
- [Ranking the 5 best offensive transfers who joined the Big 12](https://sprtsbite.com/five-best-offensive-transfers-big-12/): Looking into the best new faces on offense in the conference.
- [The 10 Best 2027 NFL Draft Prospects heading into the 2026 CFB season (6-10)](https://sprtsbite.com/the-10-best-2027-nfl-draft-prospects/): An initial look into some of the best NFL Draft prospects entering the season.
- [Memphis Grinds Out Road Win at UNLV With Potential CFP Implications](https://sprtsbite.com/memphis-grinds-out-road-win-at-unlv-with-potential-cfp-implications/): The Tigers escaped with a tight victory to start their season. 
- [What We Learned From North Carolina’s Win Over TCU](https://sprtsbite.com/what-we-learned-from-north-carolinas-win-over-tcu/): Breaking down UNC’s eye-catching victory in Week 0. 
- [Beau Pribula Stands Out and Stuns NC State in Week 0 Victory](https://sprtsbite.com/beau-pribula-stands-out-and-stuns-nc-state-in-week-0-victory/): After a shaky season with the Missouri Tigers, Pribula showed his upside in Week 0 with his new team. 
- [Will Beamer Ball or Fall? Who is Shane Beamer relying on to save his job?](https://sprtsbite.com/will-beamer-ball-or-fall-who-is-shane-beamer-relying-on-to-save-his-job/): Shane Beamer is looking at a hot seat season and needs his stars to step up to prevent that from happening.
- [Texas Tech Continues to Add Elite Talent on the Recruiting Trail](https://sprtsbite.com/texas-tech-continues-to-add-elite-talent-on-the-recruiting-trail/): The Red Raiders currently have the No. 8 ranked 2027 recruiting class.
- [A QB controversy, A rainy Ireland morning, and my entire Week 0 betting strategy](https://sprtsbite.com/a-qb-controversy-a-rainy-ireland-morning-and-my-entire-week-0-betting-strategy/): Best Bets of College Football Week 0.
- [Why Weigman, Thomas Can Lead the Most Underrated Offense in the Country](https://sprtsbite.com/houston-football-2026-season-preview/): The Houston Cougars could be one of the most sneaky and fun offenses in all of college football. 
- [Thomas Castellanos commits to Texas Tech](https://sprtsbite.com/thomas-castellanos-commits-to-texas-tech/): Thomas Castellanos has committed to Texas Tech, he told ESPN. The former Florida State, Boston College and UCF quarterback has 6,449 career passing yards, 48 passing touchdowns and 24 rushing touchdowns.
- [SEC to enforce roster eligibility policy](https://sprtsbite.com/sec-to-enforce-roster-eligibility-policy/): The SEC said it will enforce a policy barring member institutions from rostering athletes who declared for a professional draft without properly withdrawing, signed with a professional team or appeared on a professional roster. The commissioner may issue penalties.
- [Big Ten passes ruling barring players from returning to college from NFL](https://sprtsbite.com/big-ten-not-allow-nfl-players-to-return/): The Big Ten won’t allow former professionals back on its teams ahead of recent controversy.
- [Standout freshman QB named starter at Tennessee](https://sprtsbite.com/standout-freshman-qb-named-starter-at-tennessee/): The Volunteers are rolling with a five-star freshman as their starting signal-caller.
- [Browns waive Dae'Quan Wright, who has LSU deal](https://sprtsbite.com/browns-waive-daequan-wright-who-has-lsu-deal/): The Cleveland Browns waived tight end Dae'Quan Wright, whose agents said Sunday he has an agreement to play for LSU in 2026 if he clears waivers. He is believed to be the first player set to return to college after signing with an NFL team as an undrafted free agent.
- [A Moneyball approach to replacing Haynes King at Georgia Tech](https://sprtsbite.com/moneyball-approach-at-georgia-tech/): A deep look into how Brent Key and the Yellow Jackets can replicate nearly 200 rushing yards a game in 2026.
- [Judge allows 16 former CFB players to return](https://sprtsbite.com/judge-allows-16-football-players-to-return/): A Louisiana judge granted a restraining order allowing a group of 16 former CFB players, including several who were in NFL training camps this summer, to return to college sports this season. The group includes former Ole Miss starters Dae’quan Wright and Zxavian Harris and South Carolina safety DQ Smith.
- [Which 5 Big Ten Games Will Impact the Season the Most?](https://sprtsbite.com/top-5-big-ten-conference-games-2026-season/): Looking at the Big Ten games with the most potential impact, along with the most entertaining ones.
- [‘Three-Headed Monster’: Oklahoma State has a Sneakily Explosive Offense](https://sprtsbite.com/oklahoma-state-football-2026-season-preview/): Oklahoma State’s transfer trio on offense could surprise people in the Big 12. 
- [Can TCU’s Former Ivy League QB Lead the Horned Frogs to a Successful Season?](https://sprtsbite.com/tcu-football-2026-season-preview/): Sonny Dykes is relying on an FCS quarterback to lead his squad to the top of the Big 12. 
- [Which Preseason Top 5 is better?](https://sprtsbite.com/college-football-preseason-poll/): USA Today released it's coaches poll this morning, leaving the reigning champions out of the top 5.
- [Ohio State starts No. 1 in US LBM Coaches Poll](https://sprtsbite.com/ohio-state-starts-no-1-in-us-lbm-coaches-poll/): The US LBM Coaches Poll released by USA Today Sports has Ohio State No. 1 for the first time since 2015, followed by Oregon, Georgia, Texas and Notre Dame. The Big Ten and SEC dominate the top positions; reigning champion Indiana is outside the top five.
- [The BiteScore top-10 returning players](https://sprtsbite.com/the-top-10-returning-players/): The top-10 returning player BiteScores in college football.
- [Not much changes with Utah football after in-house coaching change](https://sprtsbite.com/utah-2026-season-preview/): The Utes won’t have to switch much up after going with an intra-staff hire.
- [Judge grants 2022 class fifth year](https://sprtsbite.com/judge-grants-2022-class-fifth-year/): A federal judge in Denver ruled Friday that all high school class of 2022 Division I athletes who exhausted their fourth college season this spring are eligible for a fifth season in 2026-27, undercutting the NCAA’s planned five-for-five eligibility rule. NCAA President Charlie Baker cited roster chaos.
- [Top 2028 recruit A’mir Sears reclassifies to 2027, commits to Miami](https://sprtsbite.com/amir-sears-reclassifies-commits-to-miami/): A premier program in the ACC could land one of the best defensive backs in the country. 
- [Kyle Whittingham Won’t Add Fuel to the Fire of Michigan's Hottest Rivalry](https://sprtsbite.com/kyle-whittingham-shares-thoughts-on-ohio-state-rivalry/): Despite calling it college football’s biggest rivalry, Whittingham didn’t give off the same hard feelings that most Wolverines would about Ohio State. 
- [Cignetti calls Big Ten best league at media days](https://sprtsbite.com/cignetti-calls-big-ten-best-league-at-media-days/): Indiana coach Curt Cignetti said at Big Ten Media Days the Big Ten is “the best league in football” amid debate over whether the SEC or Big Ten is the top Power Four conference, saying the league prepares teams for the playoffs and “everything is earned, not given.”

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