College Football Playoff semifinals enlivened by new blood
Posted Jan 8, 2026
For the first time since the CFP debuted at the end of the 2014 season, the playoff's final four lineup does not include Alabama, Georgia, Ohio State or Clemson. And over those first 11 editions, any team that did manage to break the big four's big box déjà vu blockade to earn a spot in the semis or final ... well, they weren't exactly George Mason '06 or Loyola Chicago '18.
(ESPN.com)
Related: Other News
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...
Mon Sep 7, 2026College 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...
Sun Sep 6, 2026
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...
Sun Sep 6, 2026
'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...
Sat Sep 5, 2026
