How every 2027 five-star college football prospect will fit
There are 21 five-star players in the class and we scout each one's game for the next level.
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23rd April 2026
22nd April 2026
Biggest strength, weakness for college football's top 25 teams
We look at where we expect the best teams to excel and where they have potential trouble spots.
Trump repeats call for college sports regulations
President Donald Trump on Tuesday repeated his call for Congress to pass legislation that would rein in college sports at a time athletes are allowed to move freely from school to school and command salaries that put athletic departments in...
Kentucky governor blasts decision-making at UK
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has publicly questioned the decision-making at the University of Kentucky, including the seven-figure gig retiring athletic director Mitch Barnhart was recently given.
NFL Nation mock draft: Our team reporters predict landing spots in the first round
The Raiders fill their biggest need at No. 1, but is Mendoza the only first-round QB? Our reporters make their picks.
Transfer Daniels wins QB battle, to start for FSU
Ashton Daniels, a transfer from Auburn, won his battle with Kevin Sperry over the spring and has been named the Florida State starting quarterback.
Cignetti: IU defense better, deeper this spring
Indiana football coach Curt Cigneti praised his defensive unit and coordinator Bryant Haines as he's seen a defense-dominated spring that is deeper and further along than his previous two teams.
21st April 2026
From Mozart at UNC to dancing in the weight room, Gio Lopez is rediscovering himself
From North Carolina to Wake Forest, the dynamic has changed for quarterback Gio Lopez.
What questions do Alabama, Georgia, BYU, Oregon and others face after spring ball?
Eleven notable teams and CFP contenders head into summer with some unresolved things that need answers.
Kiper's final 2026 Big Board: Ranking the top 150 NFL draft prospects, plus position reports
Mel Kiper Jr. updated his NFL draft rankings one last time. His Big Board stacks 150 prospects.
Ackerman, Big East leader post-exodus, retiring
Val Ackerman is retiring this summer after leading the Big East as commissioner for 13 years, leading the conference through realignment and team exodus, as well as eight national championships during her tenure.
20th April 2026
'It's his superpower': Inside Fernando Mendoza's extraordinary rise to No. 1
The consensus top pick is bringing his unique mix of curiosity, quirk and command to the NFL.
Schefter's draft intel: Everything he's hearing ahead of Round 1
How early could Jeremiyah Love be drafted? Could we still see A.J. Brown traded? Adam Schefter has the latest.
What we learned at Notre Dame and Indiana this spring
The traditionally basketball-crazed Hoosier state has turned its focus to football.
Reid's final NFL mock draft: We projected fits for all 32 teams across seven rounds
Jordan Reid projected every single pick from the Raiders' selection at No. 1 to Mr. Irrelevant.
Indiana DC claps back at Simpson, Alabama fans
Indiana defensive coordinator Bryant Haines heard the comments from former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson about the teams' matchup last season in the Rose Bowl and responded with his own observations.
19th April 2026
???? 15 players who will outperform their draft slot
Mel Kiper Jr.'s annual list of NFL draft favorites includes two speedy receivers, three undersized cornerbacks and some gritty linemen.
The Leggy 100: An annual ranking of the best players in the NFL draft class
Jeff Legwold reveals his list of top NFL draft prospects for 2026, which is based purely on talent.
UGA DE Williams out extended time, Smart says
Georgia edge rusher Amaris Williams, who joined the Bulldogs after two years at Auburn, suffered a noncontact knee injury and is expected to miss extended time, coach Kirby Smart confirmed Saturday following the program's annual G-Day spring scrimmage.
Skydiver crashes into Hokies' scoreboard, rescued
A skydiver was rescued and in stable condition after crashing into the Lane Stadium scoreboard before Virginia Tech's spring football game.
IU transfer Mendoza 'the guy' in Ga. Tech QB fight
Alberto Mendoza has used spring practice to establish himself as the favorite to start at quarterback for Georgia Tech following his transfer from Indiana.
18th April 2026
Riddick picks his favorite NFL draft prospects: The guys he'd want on his team from Rounds 1-3
Louis Riddick picks his guys in the 2026 class. See who's on his 10-player list.
Texas Tech games nixed in wake of ACC changes
Reigning Big 12 champion Texas Tech has open slots on its 2027 football schedule after the cancellations of two nonconference games.
Auburn approves $323M in additions at stadium
Auburn is moving forward with the largest capital project in program history.
Nebraska plans $600M stadium renovation for '28
Nebraska's Memorial Stadium will undergo a $600 million renovation targeted for the start of the 2028 season, according to a plan announced Friday.
10 NFL scouts predict the first 10 draft picks
We asked scouts to draft picks for other teams, assigning one to each top-10 slot.
17th April 2026
Spring football games: Previewing Virginia Tech, Michigan, Miami and others
Spring football games are in full swing this weekend. Here's what to know ahead of Friday and Saturday.
2027 recruiting class rankings: Oklahoma among top 10 schools off to strong start
These schools are setting the early pace in the class of 2027 recruiting race.
Forget the 40: The true measure of Carnell Tate
Wide receiver Carnell Tate is confident, intelligent and ready to star in the NFL. His mother made sure of it.
Judge grants Oklahoma LB Heinecke extra year
A district court judge has granted Oklahoma linebacker Owen Heinecke a preliminary injunction, handing him an additional year of eligibility in 2026.
Duke, Diaz reach contract extension through '31
Duke and football coach Manny Diaz have agreed to a contract extension through 2031, the school announced Thursday.
NCAA recommends earlier start to football season
An NCAA committee recommended Thursday that Football Bowl Subdivision teams play a 12-game schedule over 14 weeks beginning in 2027 with the season starting on the Thursday of what is now designated Week 0.
WR Knox found negligent in crash, to pay $2.88M
A Texas court issued a default judgment of more than $2.8 million against Theodore Knox, the co-defendant in one of the civil lawsuits against Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice stemming from a 2024 street racing crash in Dallas.
Report: Penix, Njoku among targets used in fraud
A former Alabama defensive end is accused of using wigs and fake IDs to impersonate NFL players to secure nearly $20 million in fraudulent loans, with a report identifying Michael Penix Jr., David Njoku and Xavier McKinney as the targeted players.
16th April 2026
What makes Arizona QB Noah Fifita tick? Loyalty, generosity
Fifita, who runs monthly community events, is one of just five senior QBs nationally who has not transferred.
College comps for the top 2027 prospects
As we introduce next year's class, here's what the college careers could look like for the SC Next ESPN 300.
Arch '100%,' says wins came when he loosened up
Texas quarterback Arch Manning said Wednesday he feels "100% right now" following offseason foot surgery. He also reflected on last year, saying, "The first half of the season, I was pissed. I wasn't playing well and it wasn't fun for me.".
15th April 2026
Akheem Mesidor's long, long road to the NFL
The Miami DE once struggled to make an impact in youth football. Now, he's a potential first-round pick.
Kiper's two-round NFL mock draft: Projecting 64 picks -- and two possible trades
Mel Kiper Jr. predicts 64 picks, including two potential trades and plenty of impact additions.
The college football fan's guide to this year's NFL draft: Top schools, trends, more
Attention college football fans: The NFL draft is coming. Here's everything you need to know.
Bowden's name added to airport in Tallahassee
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the dedication of Bobby Bowden-Tallahassee International Airport on Tuesday.
Sources: Michigan lands Illini QB decommit Lopati
One day after pulling his pledge from Illinois, four-star quarterback Kamden Lopati has committed to Michigan, sources told ESPN on Tuesday.
Ex-Michigan coach Moore avoids jail in sentencing
Former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was sentenced to 18 months' probation Tuesday for misdemeanors related to a confrontation with his executive assistant.
CFP unveils 'meaningful enhancements' to logo
The College Football Playoff on Tuesday announced a "refreshed" logo with "meaningful enhancements," the most visible being the addition of the three-letter acronym "CFP" now joined along with the football design as the organization's primary reference.
Iowa 'disappointed' after NCAA vacates four wins
Iowa will have to vacate four victories from the 2023 season for tampering with quarterback Cade McNamara before he'd entered the transfer portal, the NCAA announced Tuesday.
Ginn returns to Aviators sideline after DWI arrest
Ted Ginn Jr. is back with the Columbus Aviators and will coach the UFL team Friday after missing one game following his weekend arrest on a DWI charge, the league told ESPN on Tuesday.
Fickell says departure of AD McIntosh 'not easy'
Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell acknowledged Tuesday he was disappointed about the departure of athletic director Chris McIntosh, but doesn't believe it will have an impact on his future with the Badgers.
14th April 2026
???? Way-Too-Early Top 25 for 2026: Spring update
With rosters settled and practices underway, we rank the top contenders for the 2026 college football season.
More than a mullet and mustache, Gennings Dunker has taken over the NFL draft
He was "one of five" on Iowa's OL. That was before the mullet and personality took over the NFL combine.
Alabama says WR Rogers to miss start of season
Alabama wide receiver Noah Rogers will miss the early part of the regular season because of an injury sustained in the team's annual spring game.
Five-star DE Sweeney commits to Texas Tech
Texas Tech picked up its latest five-star commitment with a pledge from defensive end Anthony Sweeney, ESPN's No. 18 overall prospect in the 2027 class.
Sources: '27 QB Lopati decommits from Illinois
Four-star passer Kamden Lopati, ESPN's No. 2 quarterback in the 2027 cycle, has decommitted from Illinois, sources told ESPN.
Russell delivers 'video game' vibe to Tide offense
Alabama QB Keelon Russell, a five-star recruit in 2025 who redshirted last season, gave a "video game" feel to the Crimson Tide's offense in the spring game.
Gators' Sumrall promises to 'wake this beast up'
New Florida coach Jon Sumrall challenged his team, especially the offensive line, to hit the weight room and get stronger, saying "it's time to wake this thing up.".
13th April 2026
Wisconsin AD McIntosh leaving for Big Ten role
Wisconsin athletics director Chris McIntosh is leaving the school to become the Big Ten's deputy commissioner for strategy.
Report: Ex-Canes DE Bain drove in fatal car crash
Former Miami defensive end and 2026 NFL draft prospect Rueben Bain Jr. was involved in an auto accident in 2024 in which a passenger later died because of injuries sustained in the crash, according to a report published on Sunday.
Former NFL WR Ginn charged with DWI in Texas
Former NFL wide receiver and current Aviators coach Ted Ginn Jr. was charged with driving while intoxicated in Tarrant County, Texas, on Saturday.
12th April 2026
⬆ Players who have boosted their draft stock
Dillon Thieneman and Monroe Freeling have drastically boosted their stock since the start of last season. Who else has climbed the board?.
Deion's health 'good' as Buffs play spring game
After a season that saw Colorado go 3-9, Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders, 58, was hands-on as he watched his team scrimmage on Saturday at the spring game, telling reporters that "I'm good, I'm good," after being diagnosed with bladder cancer last year.
11th April 2026
Which of the NFL draft's quarterbacks will be elite? Average? Busts?
Aaron Schatz uses his QBASE 2.0 model to project NFL career ceilings and floors for the 2026 draft class.
Former Jets, Louisvile QB Nagle dies at age 57
Former Jets and Louisville quarterback Browning Nagle has died at age 57.
10th April 2026
Spring game previews: Alabama, Florida among ones to note Saturday
It's spring game season in the world of college football with nine Power 4 schools holding an event.
Everything we're hearing on the NFL draft: Jets' No. 2 pick plans, bold predictions
Could Jacob Rodriguez sneak into Round 1? Our NFL draft experts weigh in with their newest intel.
5 Buckeyes, Simpson among 16 draft attendees
Five Ohio State players are among the 16 planning to attend the first round of the NFL draft on April 23 in Pittsburgh, a group that doesn't include Fernando Mendoza but does include fellow QB Ty Simpson.
IU still has 'chip on our shoulder' after CFP crown
After winning the national title, coach Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers still have something to prove. "People are always going to doubt us," defensive lineman Tyrique Tucker said.
9th April 2026
Coaches, GMs weigh in on SEC's top newcomers
Which new faces in the league will make the biggest impact for each school?.
NC State men recount trainer's alleged sexual abuse
Lawsuit plaintiffs said they sought help but were subjected to unwanted genital touching or other misconduct.
With Venables' urging, Golding to run Ole Miss D
Ole Miss coach Pete Golding said a talk with Oklahoma's Brent Venables was enough to convince him to continue to call the defensive plays this year.
Reports: NCAA to discuss 5-year eligibility model
An NCAA panel is scheduled to discuss changes to eligibility rules that would incorporate age into the process, sources said Wednesday.
Prized recruit Hiller, No. 2 OT in '27, picks Florida
Maxwell Hiller, the No. 2 offensive tackle and No. 7 overall recruit in the SC Next Junior 300, gave Florida and new head coach Jon Sumrall his verbal pledge Wednesday.
CB Moore: Irish on 'revenge tour' after CFP snub
Notre Dame cornerback Leonard Moore says the Fighting Irish are on a "revenge tour" after being excluded from the College Football Playoff last season.
QB coach wants no brain freeze in ice cream pick
Oregon quarterbacks coach Koa Ka'ai says his question to recruits about whether they prefer vanilla or chocolate ice cream is about getting an answer with "conviction" to show they would be ready for high-pressure situations on the field.
Franklin vows less CEO-like style with Hokies
James Franklin admitted he took on too much risk with both staffing decisions and a less hands-on approach at Penn State, and he says he will operate differently with Virginia Tech.
QB coach wants no brain freeze in ice cream pick
Oregon quarterbacks coach Koa Ka'ai says his question to recruits about whether they prefer vanilla or chocolate ice cream is about getting an answer with "conviction" to show they would be ready for high-pressure situations on the field.
Virginia's Elliott agrees to extension through 2030
Virginia coach Tony Elliott has agreed to a contract extension that will keep him with the Cavaliers through the 2030 season, the school announced Wednesday.
8th April 2026
Colorado QB's BAC twice legal limit in fatal crash
Colorado quarterback Dominiq Ponder had a blood alcohol level twice the legal limit for driving under the influence when he died in a single-car crash near Boulder on March 1.
7th April 2026
???? Connelly's favorite transfer classes for 2026
Looking beyond the numbers, here are the teams that took the boldest steps in their portal approaches.
5th April 2026
What does the SackSEER model say about the top edge rushers in the 2026 NFL draft?
Which prospects will have the most sacks through five NFL seasons? We projected the top edge rushers.
4th April 2026
Executive order: Athletes get 5 years, 1 transfer
An executive order signed by President Donald Trump on Friday aims to limit NCAA athletes to a five-year playing window and how often they can transfer between schools.
TCU, coach Dykes agree to multiyear extension
Sonny Dykes, who has gone 36-17 in four seasons as TCU coach, has agreed to a multiyear extension.
3rd April 2026
Safety 'savant' Caleb Downs to test NFL's thirst for his position
Since 2000, only eight safeties have been drafted in the top 10. Downs could challenge conventional wisdom.
Judge denies UVA QB Morris' request for 7th year
A Virginia circuit court judge denied Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris' request for a preliminary injunction to play a seventh season on Thursday.
'Swamp' makeover won't affect capacity, AD says
The Gators' makeover for "The Swamp" won't affect attendance or ambiance inside one of the SEC's rowdiest venues, athletic director Scott Stricklin said.
Cignetti backs Hoover after turnover dig by Dykes
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti reiterated his support for transfer quarterback Josh Hoover while responding to recent comments from TCU coach Sonny Dykes about Hoover's high turnovers total.
Big 12's Yormark, TT booster bicker over schedule
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark and Texas Tech booster Cody Campbell traded barbs this week over a scheduled Friday night game between the Red Raiders and Houston next season.
2nd April 2026
These flaws could hold back the NFL draft's top QBs
We've seen a lot during the college careers of the draft's top QBs. Each has something that could set them back.
Three-round NFL mock draft: Kiper, Miller, Reid and Yates' top 100 picks
We asked four NFL draft analysts to make picks in the first three rounds. Where do the top prospects land?.
QB Mendoza puts on show at Indiana pro day
Expected No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza threw roughly 56 passes in front of scouts from all 32 NFL teams and more than 100 members of the media Wednesday.
NCAA proposes ban on players who stay in draft
The NCAA Division I Cabinet will consider proposed changes to eligibility rules, including one that would bar athletes who have entered and remained in a professional sports draft from competing in college.
Golding rebuts Dabo's accusation: 'Two sides'
Two months after Clemson's Dabo Swinney accused Pete Golding of tampering, the Ole Miss coach recounted the acquisition of LB Luke Ferrelli from his perspective.
Ex-Wisconsin TE Pugh dies at 24; cause not given
Jack Pugh, a former tight end on Wisconsin's football team who stepped away from football three years ago citing mental health concerns, has died at 24.
1st April 2026
Texas A&M lands No. 11 prospect DE Forstall
Texas A&M secured a commitment from five-star defensive end Zyron Forstall, ESPN's No. 11 overall prospect in the 2027 recruiting class.
Burns sues Kent State, officials over '25 firing
Former Kent State football coach Kenni Burns has sued the university and several top officials for wrongful termination, breach of contract and defamation, alleging that his April 2025 firing was the last step in the school's "conspiracy" to save money.
OSU's Day likens CFB to dinosaurs: 'Adapt or die'
Ohio State coach Ryan Day drew parallels between the evolving state of college football and when dinosaurs faced their extinction-level event. "Either adapt or you die," he said.
Syracuse two-sport star Russell out indefinitely
Syracuse two-sport athlete Calvin Russell III, who also played basketball this season, will miss an "indefinite period of time" after suffering an undisclosed injury in spring football practice.
31st March 2026
Top newcomers for Notre Dame and every Big Ten team; what coaches, GMs are saying
Which new faces in the league will make the biggest impact for each school?.
Do CFB starts matter when evaluating QBs? Ty Simpson is the latest test case
Simpson is regarded as this draft's QB2 despite having far fewer starts than most first-round signal-callers.
Best team fits for 20 draft prospects: We found matches for Delane, Downs, Boston
We found ideal scheme matches based on what these 20 players do best.
Malzahn, Tedford joining CFP selection committee
Recently retired coach Gus Malzahn, who won a national title in 2010 as Auburn's offensive coordinator, will join former Cal head coach Jeff Tedford on the College Football Playoff selection committee this spring, the CFP announced Monday.
Are tight ends making a first-round comeback? Why top NFL draft prospect Kenyon Sadiq could be next in line
Colston Loveland and Tyler Warren set the bar high last year, and Oregon's Kenyon Sadiq has a shot to reach it.