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Inside how Western Michigan leaders dealt with controversial loss to Michigan

Lance Taylor was working in Western Michigan's football facility the morning after Western Michigan's heartbreaking loss at Michigan when his university president called a press conference to discuss one of the most improbable and controversial finishes in college football history. WMU's president and head coach spent nearly an hour speaking to reporters. (CBS Sports)

Cade Tyson rejoins Minnesota basketball in aim for 5th season, as courts sort out eligibility

Minnesota basketball’s leading scorer Cade Tyson has rejoined the team with the intent to play this season. Tyson has enrolled in classes and will practice with the Gophers while waiting for official eligibility clearance. Tyson was part of a group of college basketball players from the high school class of 2022 who won in court the right to play another season. (Associated Press)

NBA penalizes Clippers, Kawhi Leonard: Winners and losers from investigation

Fines, suspensions, forfeited picks and temporary league banishment. Those were the consequences the NBA came down with following their investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers for salary cap circumvention tactics with star Kawhi Leonard. The hammer came down hard on the Clippers, Leonard and those found to be involved with the investigation. (USA Today)

Wake Forest Sports Hall of Famer Alphonso Smith Passes Away

Wake Forest Athletics mourns the loss of former football standout Alphonso Smith, who passed away on Sept. 2, 2026. A Wake Forest Sports Hall of Fame inductee, Smith remains the ACC's leader for career interceptions with 21 and is also second in school history with 61 passes defended. He was also a key member of the 2006 ACC Championship team. (GoDeacs.com)

Candid Coaches: How many games should there be in college basketball's regular season?

This season will see an increase to a maximum of 32 games. The increase to 32 has opened a window for some teams to up their ambitions prior to league play. Among the throng of teams taking advantage of this extra regular season game by scheduling up and adding another notable matchup on the non-con slate: UConn, Duke, Arizona, UNC and Florida. (CBS Sports)

College football Week 1 takeaways: Michigan gets a gift, LSU looks title-ready and UMass wins

We've had a couple of days to let Rutgers' loss to UMass marinate and, no, it hasn't gotten easier to comprehend. It's probably more baffling when layered with more context about just how bad UMass football has been since going from the FCS to FBS in 2012. The Minutemen won just 26 games over the past 14 seasons, with a winning percentage of .163. (ESPN)

College football media flabbergasted by Michigan’s controversial Hail Mary win over Western Michigan

Immediately after the play, the stadium announcer said it was under review. And a few moments later, the head referee stepped to the middle of the field and said, “After review, there’s one second remaining in the game. Third down.” NBC rules analyst Terry McAulay was confused as to what the referees were seeing to add a second back on. (Awful Announcing)

'We're in this to build something': Why there's renewed optimism for Cal football

UC Berkeley chancellor Rich Lyons was about 12 when he started visiting one of his brothers on campus. His parents hadn't gone to college, but when his brother enrolled, those trips provided him an early window into a new world. An important part of that introduction came through football. He would come for the game and spend time with his brother. (ESPN)

At Virginia Tech, what does success look like for James Franklin?

Now, James Franklin is living the American Dream, as one of the most visible college football coaches in the country, and his most recent job has taken him closer to his roots. Virginia Tech is convinced that Franklin is the one to restore its winning tradition and get the Hokies into the College Football Playoff conversation. He's got a tall task ahead of him. (ESPN)

Tennessee Football Reveals Dolly Parton Tribute Helmet Sticker for 2026 Season

During his opening Week 1 press conference, Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel revealed that the Volunteers’ football team will wear Dolly Parton tribute stickers on the back of their helmets this season. The sticker features Parton’s signature butterfly insignia with Dolly’s signature through the middle of it. The sticker will be worn for every game this season. (Rocky Top Insider)

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