2022 college football recruiting class rankings: Oklahoma, Rutgers on the rise early on
Oklahoma and Rutgers moved up within the top 10, while schools like Oregon, Florida and Texas each fell down a slot.
2021 Schedule
2021 Schedule
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McShay's early 2022 NFL mock draft: Who could land top prospects, including five QBs?
Who could go in Round 1 next April? Which quarterbacks are preliminary first-round candidates? Todd McShay offers his way-too-early 2022 NFL mock draft.
Everything you need to know about next year's top NFL draft QB prospects
Five quarterbacks were picked in the first round of the 2021 NFL draft. Who are the sure bets, up-and-comers and sleepers for 2022?
Ranking college football's 25 best defenses over the next three seasons
While offense seems to be the focus of most winning teams as of late, defense isn't an afterthought. Which teams look in the best shape over the course of the next three seasons?
Oklahoma takes over top spot in post-spring power rankings
While perennial title contenders Alabama, Clemson and Ohio State will have to replace quarterbacks this year, Oklahoma returns Spencer Rattler, helping the Sooners take the top spot in our updated offseason rankings.
The best NFL draft sleeper picks from each Top 25 college football team
From third-round quarterbacks like Russell Wilson and Joe Montana to tight ends Travis Kelce and George Kittle, here's a look at the best draft sleeper (third round or later) for each team in the Way-Too-Early Top 25.
Bill Connelly's mega offseason previews: AAC, Part II
Cincinnati fielded the best Group of 5 team since 2011, but the Bearcats will need to beat other strong AAC teams -- and Notre Dame -- for a playoff shot.
The most intriguing 2022 NFL draft prospects from each Top 25 college football team
With the NFL draft just days away, here's a look at the top 2022 prospects from each school in the Way-Too-Early Top 25.
Which team can crash the College Football Playoff party for the first time?
While the College Football Playoff has been monopolized by the same four teams, seven others have a real opportunity to shake things up next season.
Which college football transfers will make an impact in 2021?
The NCAA has approved a one-time waiver that will allow transfers to have immediate eligibility. Who are the most important players to switch teams this offseason?
James Hudson's NFL draft profile (0:53)
What a 64-team college football tournament would look like in 2021
With the NCAA tournament finally here, we take our yearly look at how a 64-team college football tournament would play out.
Who will be the Mac Jones of the 2021 college football season?
Mac Jones' strong finish to 2019 foreshadowed big things for 2020, and the Alabama signal caller delivered beyond anyone's expectations. Who can fill that role in 2021?
Overlooked college football recruits who blossomed into stars
Breece Hall and Desmond Ridder weren't the only top college football players last season to outplay early expectations.
College football's most intriguing newcomer for each Way-Too-Early Top 25 team
From blue-chip recruits to impact transfers to new coaches, these are the fresh faces who could make a big difference in 2021.
College football winners and losers from NFL draft early-entry deadline
While Chris Olave's decision to return to school gives Ohio State a boost next season, other teams are going to have to fill big gaps after their stars declared for the NFL draft.
Sources: Cincy to hire MSU's Mike Tressel as DC
Cincinnati is set to hire Michigan State assistant Mike Tressel as defensive coordinator, sources confirmed to ESPN.
The CFB Pod: Negandhi is joined by Andrea Adelson, Heather Dinich, Adam Rittenberg and Ivan Maisel to put a bow on the 2020 college football season
Kevin Negandhi is joined by Andrea Adelson, Heather Dinich, Adam Rittenberg and Ivan Maisel to put a bow on the 2020 college football season. They discuss the historical context of a season played during a pandemic, what was different about this year’s Alabama team, why the Big Ten would like to forget this season, if the College Football Playoff ever seriously flirted with the idea of expansion, Sarah Fuller making history, underdog stories, Dabo Swinney’s heel turn, concerns about the current structure of the sport, predictions and hopes for college football for 2021, and Urban Meyer taking the Jacksonville Jaguars job.
Which college football coach can replace Jeremy Pruitt at Tennessee?
Tennessee is looking for a new head coach for the fifth time since 2008. Here are 11 candidates who could take over at Rocky Top.
College football's 2020 true freshman All-America team
Malachi Moore and Bijan Robinson were among the best true freshmen in college football this season.
College football bowl game schedule: Scores, recaps, games
The College Football Playoff crowned its next champion in Miami. Take a look at the rest of the CFP and bowl season.
College football bowl picks: Predicting the score of every game
Adam Rittenberg predicts the winners and final scores of every bowl game, including the College Football Playoff.
Alabama (+300) CFP title favorite for next season
Alabama has been installed as a +300 favorite by Caesars Sportsbook to win next season's College Football National Championship. Clemson is next at +400, followed by Ohio State and Oklahoma at +750 each.
Irish hire Cincinnati's Freeman to lead defense
Marcus Freeman, whose defense at Cincinnati ranked 13th in FBS this season in total defense and eighth in scoring defense, has been hired as the new defensive coordinator at Notre Dame.
After Peach Bowl run, Ridder returning to Cincy
Cincinnati starting quarterback Desmond Ridder, who guided the team to an appearance in the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl this season, will return in 2021, as will Bearcats sack leader Myjai Sanders.
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2020 American Standings
| TEAM | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati | 6-0 | 9-1 |
| Tulsa | 6-0 | 6-3 |
| Memphis | 5-3 | 8-3 |
| UCF | 5-3 | 6-4 |
| SMU | 4-3 | 7-3 |
| Houston | 3-3 | 3-5 |
| Navy | 3-4 | 3-7 |
| Tulane | 3-5 | 6-6 |
| East Carolina | 3-5 | 3-6 |
| Temple | 1-6 | 1-6 |
| South Florida | 0-7 | 1-8 |
Team Stats
Passing Yards238.655th
Rushing Yards212.422nd
Points For37.520th
Points Against16.8120th
2021 Recruits
| NAME | POS | STATUS | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamon Metayer | OLB | Signed | 80 |
| Zeiqui Lawton | DE | Signed | 79 |
| Luke Collinsworth | OT | Signed | 79 |
| Jack Dingle | OLB | Signed | 77 |
| Bryon Threats | S | Signed | 76 |
Awards
| YEAR | PLAYER | AWARD |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | J. Ruffin | Lou Groza Award |