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What is the meaning of ‘Keep Pounding’ for the Carolina Panthers?

Fans of the Carolina Panthers likely have heard the Panthers’ team motto of “Keep Pounding” at some point in their lives, but do you know the origin of the phrase? The phrase originates from Sam Mills, one of the greatest Carolina Panthers of all time and one of the greatest linebackers of his era. He was diagnosed with intestinal cancer on 2003. (FOX 8 WGHP)

Louisville lands a commitment from UNC DE Tyler Thompson

The Louisville defense is getting stronger and deeper with the commitment of former North Carolina edge Tyler Thompson. A product of Panther Creek High School in Cary, N.C., the 6-foot-4, 240-pound redshirt sophomore recorded 26 tackles, including 7.5 for a loss. His seven sacks were the second-most for the Tar Heels. He also forced a pair of fumbles. (Cardinal Authority)

Curt Cignetti Taught Indiana Football How to Dream

If you think the Paul Finebaums and Colin Cowherds of the world are gobsmacked by what the Hoosiers are doing, imagine experiencing this season as a born-and-bred Indiana fan. I expected the sun to explode before I expected the Hoosiers to run the table and become the college football darlings of America. None of this makes sense. (The Ringer)

What They’re Saying: Chad Morris Back at Clemson Football as Offensive Coordinator

Chad Morris is headed back to Tigertown. Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney has hired Morris as the Tigers’ new offensive coordinator, replacing Garrett Riley, who was fired on Dec. 29 after three seasons as Clemson’s OC. Clemson University’s Board of Trustees’ Compensation Committee officially approved the hiring of Morris on Monday morning. (The Clemson Insider)

College Football Playoff semifinals enlivened by new blood

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)

UNC quarterback transfer Gio Lopez commits to Wake Forest

North Carolina QB transfer Gio Lopez has committed to Wake Forest out of the NCAA transfer portal. Lopez started in all 11 of his appearances for the Tar Heels this past season. He completed 65% of his pass attempts for 1,747 yards, 10 touchdowns, and five interceptions. Lopez recorded 133 yards and 3 scores in the ground game this past season. (On3.com)

CFP semifinals preview: Keys for Miami-Ole Miss, Oregon-Indiana

It has been 29 years since a college football team won its first national title. There's about a two-in-three chance it will happen over the next couple of weeks; and if it doesn't, we'll have to settle for a team either winning its first crown in 63 years (Ole Miss) or 24 years (Miami). College football is getting a burst of newness to finish the 2025 season. (ESPN.com)

Wetzel: How NIL, transfers and rev share brought the SEC back to the pack

The SEC ruled the old era of college football, when rosters were built through high school recruiting that favored proximity, followed by opulent facilities and rabid fan bases. The Southeast was rich with talent and schools invested heavily in infrastructure while playing in front of massive crowds (some of whom might have offered under-the-table sweeteners). (ESPN.com)

How the Biggest NIL Deal in College Football History Went Down

Brendan Sorsby has reset the NIL market. The former University of Cincinnati quarterback and ESPN’s top-ranked player in this year’s college football transfer portal signed an NIL contract with Texas Tech for his final season of eligibility worth close to $6 million, his agent Ron Slavin said. It’s believed to be the largest ever NIL deal in college football. (Boardroom)

Montana State wins FCS championship game vs. Illinois State after wild OT finish

The FCS championship game brought all kinds of drama on Monday night, with Montana State holding off a late charge from Illinois State to become champions. Entering the fourth quarter, the Bobcats held a two-touchdown lead and looked well positioned to leave Nashville with the win. But the Redbirds fought back valiantly, driving for two scores. (MSN.com)

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