College Sports – Page 11

Northwestern players interact with the student section after a 34-13 victory over Penn State at the new Ryan Field on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, in Evanston. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Northwestern crushes Penn State 34-13 to christen new Ryan Field on historic night for football program

By Colleen Kane

October 3, 2026 at 1:04 a.m.

Northwestern coach David Braun called the opening of new Ryan Field — and the Wildcats'...

A U.S. flag covers new Ryan Field in Evanston before a game between Northwestern and Penn State on Oct. 2, 2026. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Photos: An inside look at Northwestern’s new Ryan Field in Evanston

By Stacey Wescott

October 2, 2026 at 9:22 p.m.

An inside look at Northwestern's new Ryan Field in Evanston.

Team owner Michael Jordan looks on during a NASCAR Cup Series auto race Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026, in Darlington, S.C. (AP Photo/Matt Kelley)

Michael Jordan makes $10 million commitment to UNC School of Social Work in honor of his mother

By Steve Reed

October 5, 2026 at 3:42 p.m.

Former Chicago Bulls and North Carolina Tar Heels star Michael Jordan has made a $10...

Illinois quarterback Katin Houser participates in spring practice at Geis Memorial Stadium on April 17, 2026, in Champaign. (Michael Hickey/Getty)

5 questions for Illinois football, including what impact Bobby Hauck and Katin Houser will have on the Illini

By Colleen Kane

September 2, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Illinois welcomes a new defensive coordinator and quarterback amid several changes. Can they help the...

Northwestern running back Darnell Autry advances the ball against Notre Dame on Sept. 2, 1995, in South Bend, Indiana. (Phil Greer/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Northwestern shocks No. 9 Notre Dame with 17-15 victory in South Bend

By Kori Rumore

September 2, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Sept. 2, according...

Northwestern offensive coordinator Chip Kelly, right, answers questions while sitting next to coach David Braun during a news conference Feb. 4, 2026, in Evanston. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

5 questions for Northwestern football, including what the offense can do under Chip Kelly and Aidan Chiles

By Colleen Kane

September 1, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Northwestern has intriguing storylines this season with the arrival of Chip Kelly and the opening...

Former Los Angeles Lakers Chief Operating Officer Tim Harris speaks in El Segundo, Calif., Aug 31, 2016. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes, File)

UCLA ousts athletic director Martin Jarmond, replacing him with former Lakers executive Tim Harris

By Beth Harris

August 31, 2026 at 9:00 p.m.

UCLA has fired athletic director Martin Jarmond after six years and is replacing him with...

FILE – Dolly Parton performs during the first half of an NCAA college football game between Tennessee and Georgia Nov. 18, 2023, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne, File)

Tennessee Volunteers to honor late Dolly Parton with a helmet sticker this season

By Maura Carey

August 31, 2026 at 3:19 p.m.

The Tennessee Volunteers are honoring Dolly Parton with a helmet sticker this season. Coach Josh...

Purdue quarterback Ryan Browne looks to throw against Washington during the first half on Nov. 15, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Big Ten football: Can Purdue snap its 18-game losing streak in conference play?

By Michael Marot

August 31, 2026 at 7:05 a.m.

Purdue fans have modest hopes for coach Barry Odom’s second season. The Boilermakers want to snap...

Michigan State coach Pat Fitzgerald speaks to media on July 29, 2026, during Big Ten football media days at the Hilton Chicago. (Arthur Maiorella/baiduhai)

Big Ten football: Pat Fitzgerald and Michigan State seem to be a perfect fit — with both having a lot to prove

By Associated Press

August 31, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

Michigan State will surpass modest projections if they avoid a fifth straight losing season in...

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore works against Indiana during the second half of the Peach Bowl on Jan. 9, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

Big Ten football: Can Ohio State and Oregon supplant defending champ Indiana in the conference — and beyond?

By Eric Olson

August 31, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

The 2025 Indiana Hoosiers were the first team in the modern era to go 16-0....

Nebraska coach Matt Rhule disputes a referee’s call after Nebraska made a safety against Iowa during the second half on Nov. 28, 2025, in Lincoln, Neb. (AP Photo/Rebecca S. Gratz)

Big Ten football: Nebraska will be hard-pressed to break out against rugged schedule

By Eric Olson

August 31, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

Pressure is building on Nebraska coach Matt Rhule, who is 19-19 overall and 10-17 in...

Rutgers running back Antwan Raymond runs for a touchdown past Penn State safety King Mack during the first half on Nov. 29, 2025, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Big Ten football: Top playmakers KJ Duff and Antwan Raymond return for Rutgers amid QB race

By Everett Merrill

August 31, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

Whoever gets the nod at quarterback will benefit from the return of Rutgers' leading rusher...