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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)

Why Miami can return to glory, complete storybook College Football Playoff run to national title

The Miami Hurricanes were slotted at No. 18 when the College Football Playoff Selection Committee revealed its first set of rankings on Nov. 4, setting up a daunting path for the two-loss team from the ACC to make the CFP. But Miami stayed focused, and after stacking wins and climbing up the rankings, Mario Cristobal's team received the final at-large bid. (CBS Sports)

Chansky’s Notebook: Looking for the Right Places

Some UNC Basketball transfers are having the best seasons of their career. Tyler Nickel, Jalen Washington and Cade Tyson are enjoying the most unexpected success. Tyler Nickel’s game has reached full bloom for the undefeated 11th ranked Vanderbilt, as one of their top scorers and best shooters. By far, the quantum leap has been made by Cade Tyson. (Chapelboro.com)

Video: Player pay and transfer portal put college sports in new territory

New Year’s Day has long been synonymous with college football bowl games, but it’s also a key week for the future of those teams. Last Friday, the window opened for players to transfer, part of what some have called a "wild west" in college sports. Lisa Desjardins discussed the reshaping of college sports and what it means for athletes with Stewart Mandel. (PBS.org)

UNC Basketball Transfer Tracker: Tyson, Cadeau, Nickel keep flourishing. What about Lubin?

Ven-Allen Lubin scored seven points in 30 minutes during the Wolfpack’s 76-61 loss Saturday to No. 21 Virginia, it was his eighth game this season playing at least 28 minutes, dropping them to 3-5 in those games. The most productive former UNC player remains Cade Tyson, who scored 24 points in 40 minutes in Minnesota's win Saturday at Northwestern. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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