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Wolverines clip mistake-prone Spartans, change the guard for a year

It’s important to not be too hyperbolic about singular games or events, but if in the end this is the official passing of the torch in the state of Michigan’s college football back to the Wolverines, the symbolic play when it all happened was in the first half, tied at 7. In Michigan territory, the […]

PITTSBURGH, PA – OCTOBER 27: Jovonn Quillen #26 of the Virginia Tech Hokies reacts after coming up with a fumble by Quadree Henderson #10 of the Pittsburgh Panthers in the first quarter during the game at Heinz Field on October 27, 2016 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin Berl/Getty Images)

Virginia Tech Hokies defeat Pittsburgh, seize commanding lead in the ACC Coastal

The Virginia Tech Hokies defeated Pittsburgh 39-36 to take a commanding lead in the ACC Coastal division. Make no mistake about it: this wasn’t a perfect performance from the Hokies. The Virginia Tech defense – which came into the game ranked fourth nationally in yards per carry (2.94 ypc) – struggled against the run all […]

Dan Mullen has given new life to his career, putting together what is by far his best season as a head coach. Yet, a loss to Georgia Tech would leave a lot of national commentators saying that MSU was more a mirage than the picture of flesh and substance.

Terry’s Takes: Fresno State’s Vacancy, Jim Grobe and Baylor, and Why Dan Mullen Shouldn’t be Fired

Here’s the latest installment of Terry’s Takes, which focuses on the coaching carousel this week. Jeff Tedford isn’t the answer for Fresno State Although he seems like the perfect fit (on paper) for Fresno State, Jeff Tedford should not be the Bulldogs’ next head coach. That’s not to say that Tedford isn’t a great coach. […]

FORT WORTH, TX – SEPTEMBER 3: Taryn Christion #3 of the South Dakota State Jackrabbits drops back to pass against the TCU Horned Frogs during the first half on September 3, 2016 at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)

FCS Top 10 Poll After Week 8

Week 8 was a great one for FCS football fans, with several marquee matchups taking place last weekend. How would these results impact this week’s rankings? Be sure to check out our latest installment of the FCS Top 10 Poll. Rank Team Points 1 North Dakota State (2) 38 2 Eastern Washington (1) 36 3 […]

ACC Power Rankings after week 8

  It was an abbreviated docket for the ACC in week 8, as only eight of fourteen teams played last weekend. However, there was just enough action to warrant a few changes in this week’s standings. Here’s the latest installment of the ACC Power Rankings: 14. Boston College Although the Eagles kept it close against […]

The 2016 TSS Heisman Poll: Season Premiere

It’s that time of year again! Time to start talking about the most prestigious individual trophy in sports, the Heisman Trophy. When the 2016 season started there were many “names” in contention for the trophy: Deshaun Watson, Christian McCaffrey, Leonard Fournette, Baker Mayfield, Dalvin Cook, Chad Kelly, JT Barrett, Nick Chubb, and Josh Rosen to […]

PHOENIX, AZ – JANUARY 09: The College Football National Championship trophy sits on display during Media Day for the College Football Playoff National Championship at Phoenix Convention Center on January 9, 2016 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jennifer Stewart/Getty Images)

TSS Power 16 Poll after week 8

Now that week 8 is in the books, the college football season is literally halfway over. Last weekend provided a few shockers, as well as a couple of eye-opening experiences. How would these events impact this week’s poll? Be sure to read below for the latest installment of the TSS Power 16 Poll. Rank Team […]

BATON ROUGE, LA – OCTOBER 22: Leonard Fournette #7 of the LSU Tigers runs past Zedrick Woods #36 of the Mississippi Rebels for a 76-yard touchdown during the first half of a game at Tiger Stadium on October 22, 2016 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

SEC Football: What we learned from week 8

Three Top 25 vs Top 25 matchups were on the SEC slate this week. None of them turned out to be nail biters, but we learned a lot from each game. If you read my piece on the “Most Overrated Teams in the Top 25” last week, this will also be known as the apology […]

PASADENA, CA – OCTOBER 22: Utah (28) Joe Williams (RB) runs the ball for a touchdown during an NCAA football game between the Utah Utes and the UCLA Bruins on October 22, 2016, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. Utah defeated UCLA 52-45. (Photo by Chris Williams/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Utah Utes defeat UCLA, show they’re ready for Washington

The Utah Utes defeated the UCLA Bruins 52-45 to remain atop the Pac-12 South, showing that they’re ready for Washington next weekend. That’s not to say that the Utes were perfect in this contest. They weren’t. The defense allowed over 500 yards to a UCLA offense that was playing with a backup quarterback. Likewise, the […]

TUSCALOOSA, AL – OCTOBER 22: Jalen Hurts #2 of the Alabama Crimson Tide looks to pass against the Texas A&M Aggies at Bryant-Denny Stadium on October 22, 2016 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Alabama rolls over Texas A&M in second half, stays unbeaten

Alabama found themselves down in a football game for a change, and they decidedly didn’t care much for the feeling. After TAMU wide receiver Christian Kirk hauled in a Trevor Knight pass to make it 14-13, Aggies, the Crimson Tide went on a 20-point roll that’d not only (obviously) save their season, but one that […]

LINCOLN, NE – OCTOBER 22: Safety Kieron Williams #26 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers celebrates an interception with defensive end Freedom Akinmoladun #91 and defensive lineman Mick Stoltenberg #44 in action against the Purdue Boilermakers at Memorial Stadium on October 22, 2016 in Lincoln, Nebraska. (Photo by Steven Branscombe/Getty Images)

Nebraska smokes out Purdue, sets up de-facto Big Ten West title game vs Wisconsin

Well, we’re likely to know who the Big Ten West representative is by about 10 p.m. this time next week. Nebraska outlasted Purdue (score) after letting the Boilers, who got the “first game interim coach bump” with Gerad Parker getting his first game at the helm, setting up a season-defining tilt with Wisconsin (17-9 winners […]

Oregon may be the rare case of needed hasty coaching change

Anyone who has read this spot for a few years (all 17 of you) knows that this isn’t a hotbed of columns about potential coaching changes. Many folks who write about college football are fairly cavalier about “hot seat” lists and the like, which is fine since people want to read it, but this spot […]

The 5 Most Disappointing Teams of 2016

Every year, fans start out the season with unbridled enthusiasm for their college football team. Some teams surprise and others end up disappointing their fans. This list highlights the teams that have not lived up to their preseason expectations and whose fans have been delivering surrender cobra’s throughout social media during the 2016 season…. #5 […]

5 Most Intriguing Landing Spots for Chip Kelly

Chip Kelly was wildly successful as a college football head coach. At Oregon, he went 46-7 including a 33-3 record in the Pac-12 Conference. The NFL has been a different story. In Philadelphia, he went 26-21 including a 6-9 third season that led to his departure. In San Francisco, he’s been unable to get his […]

BOISE, ID – OCTOBER 20: Quarterback Taysom Hill #7 of the Brigham Young Cougars gets a pass off while in the grasp of defensive end Sam McCaskill #94 of the Boise State Broncos during second half action on October 20, 2016 at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho. Boise State won the game 28-27. (Photo by Loren Orr/Getty Images)

Boise State Broncos defeat BYU, move closer to possible NY6 Bowl bid

The Boise State Broncos defeated BYU 28-27, moving one step closer towards a potential berth in an NY6 Bowl. Make no mistake about it: this victory was far from perfect. The Broncos turned the ball over five times in this contest, including two pick sixes in the second quarter that allowed BYU to take the […]

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