College Sports – Page 22

Oregon tight end Jamari Johnson, right, runs the ball as Southern California safety Kennedy Urlacher, left, and safety Prophet Brown defend during the first half on Sept. 26, 2026, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Big Ten football this week: Schedule features some surprising unbeaten teams testing themselves

By Steve Megargee

October 9, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

This week's Big Ten schedule features a couple of surprising unbeaten teams testing themselves against...

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman and the team recognize their fans after beating North Carolina on Oct. 3, 2026, in Chapel Hill, N.C. (AP Photo/Chris Seward)

Can No. 3 Notre Dame extend its school-record double-digit win streak?

By Curt Rallo

October 9, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

No. 3 Notre Dame has emerged as a model of consistency in this ever-changing college...

UConn guard Silas Demary Jr. fouls Illinois forward David Mirković during the second half of a Final Four semifinal April 4, 2026, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Illinois taking a cautious approach with David Mirković’s recovery — but expects big things when he returns

By Colleen Kane

October 8, 2026 at 6:05 p.m.

Illinois is being intentional about the recovery from foot surgery of David Mirković, who's expected...

Oklahoma State coach Mike Boynton watches from the bench during a game against Iowa State on Jan. 13, 2024, in Ames, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

Michigan promotes Mike Boynton to interim coach after Dusty May’s departure for the NBA

By Larry Lage

June 22, 2026 at 5:06 p.m.

Michigan was suddenly searching for a coach with big sneakers to fill and didn't take...

Michigan coach Dusty May watches from the bench during the first half against UConn on April 6, 2026, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Dallas Mavericks are hiring national champ coach Dusty May away from Michigan

By Schuyler Dixon

June 22, 2026 at 2:05 p.m.

The Dallas Mavericks and Dusty May of national champion Michigan are finalizing a deal for...

Oklahoma’s Deiten Lachance, right, celebrates with Camden Johnson after hitting a two-run home run against North Carolina in the first inning of Game 1 of the College World Series finals Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Omaha, Neb. (Rebecca S. Gratz/AP)

College World Series finals: Oklahoma a win away from title after roughing up North Carolina ace in Game 1

By Eric Olson

June 20, 2026 at 7:36 p.m.

Oklahoma's Cord Rager settled in after a rocky first inning and combined with two relievers...

North Carolina's Jake Schaffner (2) is congratulated by Owen Hull after scoring during a College World Series game against West Virginia on June 14, 2026 in Omaha, Neb. (AP Photo/Vera Nieuwenhuis)

College World Series finals: North Carolina seeks 1st national title in baseball vs. red-hot Oklahoma

By Eric Olson

June 20, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

North Carolina, which hasn't been ranked lower than No. 4 all season, and Oklahoma, which...

Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti speaks at a news conference football media days at Lucas Oil Stadium on July 26, 2023, in Indianapolis. (Darron Cummings/AP)

The Big Ten and SEC don’t like the college sports bill in Congress. Can they break away?

By Teresa M. Walker

June 19, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Protect College Sports Act took a step forward Thursday with a Senate committee approval....

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, speaks during a hearing to examine college sports, supporting student-athletes and fair competition June 3, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

College sports bill clears key Senate hurdle despite opposition from Big Ten and SEC

By Joey Cappelletti

June 18, 2026 at 4:17 p.m.

A bill that lawmakers and athletic leaders say is the best chance to stabilize college...

Quarterback Brendan Sorsby attends a basketball game between Texas Tech and Houston on Jan. 24, 2026, in Lubbock, Texas. (AP Photo/Annie Rice)

Brendan Sorsby won’t play for Texas Tech after unprecedented legal fight over his eligibility for gambling

By Stephen Hawkins

June 16, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

Transfer quarterback Brendan Sorsby will not play for Texas Tech this fall and instead plans...

George Halas, center of front row, and the 1920 Decatur Staleys. They moved to Chicago and became the Bears. (baiduhai archive)

Illinois 250: Sports teams and individuals that have achieved greatness — or infamy

By Kori Rumore

June 13, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

A look at Illinois teams that have achieved greatness — or infamy. Our list goes...

Troy's Benjamin Stubbs pitches against Miami during an NCAA regional game May 29, 2026, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough)

The College World Series field has a record 5 SEC teams. Upstart Troy is out to prove it belongs.

By Eric Olson

June 12, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Troy received one of the last four at-large bids for the 64-team NCAA Tournament. But...

Cincinnati quarterback Brendan Sorsby is interviewed after a game against Baylor on Oct. 25, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tanner Pearson)

Texas Tech defends playing QB Brendan Sorsby amid gambling addiction: ‘It’s crazy because it’s not murder’

By Kristie Rieken

June 10, 2026 at 2:13 p.m.

Sports leadership at Texas Tech on Wednesday defended their plans to play quarterback Brendan Sorsby...