College Football and Basketball Updates: What's Next?

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College Sports Updates

Get the latest on college football and basketball rankings and upcoming games.
Top teams in college football: Ohio State, Miami, and Indiana
College basketball preseason rankings: Purdue, Houston, and Florida

What to Expect Next

New games and matchups are coming up. Will your favorite team be on top?

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College Football and NFL Picks with Chris 'The Bear' Fallica

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Chris 'The Bear' Fallica shares his expert picks for college football and the NFL.
Wake Forest to lose by fewer than 7 points or win outright against Virginia
Wisconsin to lose by fewer than 11.5 points or win outright against Washington
Iowa team total Under 16.5 points scored against Oregon

NFL Picks

Daniel Jones to have the most passing yards in the Berlin Game
Bijan Robinson to have the most total scrimmage yards

College Football and NFL Updates: Injuries and Changes Ahead

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College Football and NFL Week 6 Updates

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Bill Belichick's UNC Adventure: Ups and Downs

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Introduction to Bill Belichick's UNC Journey

You're probably wondering what's going on with Bill Belichick, the new coach of the University of North Carolina football team.

The Ups and Downs

He's buying pizza for fraternities to watch the Duke-UNC basketball game, which is pretty cool, right?
However, his football team is off to a rough start with a 2-3 record, losing all three games against Power Four teams.

What's Next?

Despite the setbacks, Belichick has the full support of the UNC administration and is committed to turning things around.
Will he be able to get the team back on track?

College Hoops Roundup: Top Teams Put to the Test

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The top teams in college hoops faced tough competition over the weekend, with some shaking up the rankings. Here's what you need to know:"Who's on top in college hoops?": UCLA and South Carolina remain the teams to beat in the men's and women's rankings respectively."Upsets galore": Iowa stunned USC, while Kentucky's Georgia Amoore sunk Oklahoma. In the men's rankings, Houston suffered a shocking loss to Texas Tech."Key takeaways": South Carolina extended its SEC home winning streak, while UConn's offense continues to shine. Texas and Kansas State rolled to big wins, and Duke's defense remains stingy.",

Jalen Hurts' Journey to Super Bowl LIX: From Alabama to Oklahoma to Philly

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Jalen Hurts** has had quite the college and NFL journey. After leading Alabama to a national title, he transferred to Oklahoma, where he put up impressive numbers and led the Sooners to the Big 12 title.
Despite a shaky final college game, the Philadelphia Eagles picked him in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. Since then, Hurts has become a dual-threat QB, using his legs and arm to take the Eagles to the big game.
Will he lead them to victory in Super Bowl LIX?

South Carolina DJ Suspended for Playing Song About LSU Star's Slain Father

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What happens when a college basketball game turns personal? The University of South Carolina athletic department found themselves in hot water after their DJ, DJ T.O., played a song by LSU star Flau'Jae Johnson's slain father at the end of their game. The song, "Cut Friends" by Camouflage, was the artist's final recording before he was murdered in 2003. The DJ claimed the song choice had nothing to do with the LSU player, but the athletic department saw it differently, suspending the DJ for one game and apologizing to the LSU program and Flau'Jae's family.

Vanderbilt Makes a Big Splash in Women's College Basketball Rankings!

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Vanderbilt makes a historic entrance in the AP women's basketball Top 25, while Texas returns to the top five! UCLA remains the only undefeated team in Division I basketball. Oklahoma State and Florida State rejoin the rankings, while Michigan, Minnesota, and Baylor bid farewell. Kim Caldwell, Tennessee coach, returns to the sideline after giving birth to her first child. The SEC dominates the rankings with eight teams, while the ACC has seven.

From Heisman Trophy to Underwear Model: The Rise of Ashton Jeanty

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Meet Ashton Jeanty, the former Boise State running back who nearly won the Heisman Trophy in 2024. With 2,601 rushing yards and 29 touchdowns, Jeanty dominated college football and earned NIL deals with SAXX underwear and the Boise Hawks.

But Jeanty has some advice for high school athletes coming into college: don't chase the money. Stay focused on your goals and put in the work. Now, as he prepares for the NFL Draft, Jeanty is expected to be one of the first running backs off the board.

Oh, and did we mention he's also an underwear model?

Ohio State Wins CFP National Championship: A Faith-Fueled Victory

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How did Ohio State clinch the national title? They leaned on their faith and their freshman sensation, Jeremiah Smith, to secure a 34-23 victory over Notre Dame. Here's the game, by the numbers.

Dick Vitale's Triumphant Return to College Basketball Broadcasting After Beating Cancer for the Fourth Time!

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After a four-year battle with cancer, Dick Vitale is making a comeback to the basketball court! The legendary broadcaster will call the Duke-Wake Forest game on January 25th, his first assignment since 2023. Despite undergoing five major surgeries, 65 radiation treatments, and chemotherapy, Vitale is thrilled to be returning to the game he loves. Fans are eagerly awaiting his insights and commentary, as he calls his first game after being cancer-free for the fourth time.

Ohio State vs. Notre Dame: The Ultimate CFP National Title Showdown

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Get ready for an epic clash as Ohio State faces off against Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game! With both teams boasting star-studded rosters and dominant defenses, this matchup promises to be a thrilling battle for the national title. Find out who has the edge at key positions and how ticket prices have soared for this historic event. Don't miss a moment of the action!

Rats Infest Houston Police Evidence Room, Consume Hundreds of Thousands of Pounds of Marijuana

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Houston is facing a unique problem: rats are infesting the police department's evidence room and consuming hundreds of thousands of pounds of marijuana. This issue has already impacted over 3,600 open drug-related cases, with records of destroyed evidence being kept indefinitely. The problem has existed since the 1990s, and officials are now working to properly handle evidence and create space for property that is still important. All narcotic evidence obtained before 2015 will be cleared from the shelves and destroyed.

Mick Cronin's Outburst: UCLA Coach Tossed and Rips Officials

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UCLA coach Mick Cronin was ejected during a game against Maryland, and he wasn't happy about it. Cronin accused the officials of being unfair and biased, and he didn't hold back when expressing his frustration. This is the second time in a week that Cronin has been critical of his team, after calling them "soft" and "delusional" following a loss to Michigan. The Bruins are dealing with a tough schedule, as they're in the middle of a long road trip and playing in the Big Ten for the first time. Cronin is also concerned about the wildfires in the Los Angeles area, as his home is near the evacuation zone.

The Hillbilly Elegy Vice President-Elect and Ohio Native J.D. Vance's Big Bet on the Buckeyes

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In a friendly wager, Vice President-elect J.D. Vance, an Ohio native and outspoken Buckeyes fan, has bet Texas Senator Ted Cruz on the Cotton Bowl Classic between the Texas Longhorns and the Ohio State Buckeyes. The winner will bring beer and food from their home state while wearing the winning jersey. The game takes place on Friday night, with the winner advancing to the national championship later this month. Both teams have had impressive seasons, with the Buckeyes receiving the eighth seed and the Longhorns earning the fifth seed in the playoffs.

Football Legends React to Bill Belichick's Shocking Move to College Football

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Former NFL coach Bill Belichick has taken the head coaching job at North Carolina**, leaving many in the football world stunned. Belichick, 72, has spent his entire career in the NFL, winning multiple Super Bowls with the Patriots and Giants. His former player, Tedy Bruschi, expressed his surprise, saying he'd rather see Belichick coaching in the Super Bowl than a lesser bowl game. Meanwhile, Julian Edelman, another former player, reacted more positively, highlighting Belichick's ability to project players and his connection to the school through his father. Belichick is set to replace Mack Brown, who has led the Tar Heels to six consecutive bowl games. The team is currently 6-6 and will play UConn in the Fenway Bowl.

Travis Hunter Wins Heisman Trophy: A Two-Way Star Makes History!

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Travis Hunter has made history!** The Colorado player has become the second Buffaloes player to win the prestigious Heisman Trophy, and the first two-way player to win the award since 1997! Playing both offense and defense, Hunter has had an incredible season with 92 catches for 1,152 yards and 14 touchdowns on offense, and four interceptions, 11 pass breakups, and a critical forced fumble on defense. He's also been named the AP Player of the Year, Walter Camp Award winner, Chuck Bednarik Award winner, and Biletnikoff Award winner. With all these accolades, it's no wonder he's projected to go number one in the NFL draft next year!

Breaking News: Bill Belichick Leaves NFL for College Football!

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In a shocking turn of events, Bill Belichick, the legendary six-time Super Bowl-winning coach of the New England Patriots, has agreed to a five-year deal to become the new head coach at North Carolina. This unexpected move comes after the Tar Heels parted ways with their all-time winningest coach, Mack Brown. With Belichick's impressive NFL track record, college football fans are eagerly awaiting his impact on the sport. The UNC trustees still need to approve the deal, and an introductory news conference has yet to be scheduled.

Chris Fallica's College Football Study Guide: Conference Championship Edition

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This week, it's conference championship weekend in college football! Only 18 teams earned a spot to play an extra game, and only one edition of the CFP rankings remains. These games will have massive implications on which teams get in, which teams get left out, and which programs get favorable paths to the national title. Here are some of the top matchups to watch:

College Football Playoff Rankings Shakeup: Boise State Surges Ahead of BYU

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Boise State is now ranked ahead of Big 12 leader BYU in the CFP polls, giving them the No. 4 seed.** The Broncos, led by Heisman contender Ashton Jeanty, have secured their spot despite not being in the top 12. This shift also impacts the at-large bids, with Ohio State, Penn State, and Indiana leading the pack. Colorado, however, still has a chance to make it to the playoffs if they win their remaining games. **Meanwhile, Tennessee and SMU are on the outside looking in.