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Texas Tech was looking to rebound from its loss to Cincinnati when they faced Arizona on Saturday. Before the game, Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire decided to make a change at quarterback. Tommy Castellanos got the start over Will Hammond on Saturday, leading Texas Tech to the 34-26 victory. Now, McGuire has made a […] The post Tommy Castellanos remains Texas Tech starter after beating Arizona appeared first on ClutchPoints.
After a number of health-related setbacks have kept Dick Vitale limited in his appearances behind the microphone in recent years, the beloved ESPN college basketball commentator is “full speed ahead” as the season prepares to tip off next week, according to a report in the East County Observer, a local newspaper based in Lakewood Ranch, where…
Week 8 of the college football season brought about a few more surprises in an unpredictable month of October. Four of the Top 11 teams in the AP Poll fell. That came after a chaotic Week 7 in which five of the Top 7 teams lost. No one is safe in the 2026 campaign! Schools […] The post 11 Awesome College Football Uniform Combinations From Week 8 And One Dud appeared first on BroBible.
The TCU Horned Frogs fell to a 3-4 record after suffering a 24-20 Week 8 loss to the West Virginia Mountaineers. In the midst of a tough campaign, it appears the loss led to the firing of a coach on Sonny Dykes’ staff. Reports indicate that the Horned Frogs are letting go of offensive coordinator […] The post TCU fires coach after West Virginia loss, but it’s not Sonny Dykes appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The West Virginia Mountaineers finally gave Rich Rodriguez a reason to celebrate a defense that has endured a difficult stretch. Following Saturday’s 24-20 victory at TCU, Rodriguez immediately praised defensive coordinator Zac Alley and the players who delivered when West Virginia needed them most. His reaction reflected the significance of a group answering criticism with […] The post WVU’s Rich Rodriguez Has Emphatic Message About Zac Alley After Weeks of Criticism appeared first on HEAVY.
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COLLEGE BASKETBALL legend Bob Huggins has been diagnosed with a “progressive cognitive condition” that has begun to affect his memory ahead of a special hall of fame induction, his family…
A comprehensive preview, including betting odds and predictions, for the NCAAF game between the West Virginia Mountaineers and TCU Horned Frogs.
Legendary college basketball coach Bob Huggins is fighting a difficult health battle. Huggins’ family announced in a statement on Wednesday that the Hall of Fame coach is battling a progressive cognitive condition. The statement was made in coordination with the University of Cincinnati Athletics department. “Bob is living with a progressive cognitive condition that has … The post Difficult health news emerges about college coaching legend Bob Huggins appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
A Cincinnati Bearcats defensive lineman seemed to aggravate his existing injury thanks to some bad driving involving the injury cart. Cincinnati’s Josh Hough suffered an injury to his left foot during the second quarter of Saturday’s game between the Bearcats and West Virginia Mountaineers at Mountaineer Field in Morgantown, W.V. The injury was severe enough … The post Cincinnati DT’s injury gets worse thanks to injury cart fiasco appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The West Virginia Mountaineers are undefeated, but defensive coordinator Zac Alley is furious about how his unit finished its biggest victory of the season. Ahead of Saturday night’s Big 12 opener against Oklahoma State, Alley delivered a blunt assessment of the mistakes that nearly overshadowed an otherwise impressive defensive performance. His frustration centered on something […] The post WVU DC Zac Alley’s Furious Rebuke Sends Warning Ahead of Oklahoma State appeared first on HEAVY.
The FBI arrested former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa for allegedly being part of a multimillion-dollar fraud scheme. The 25-year-old played college basketball for the Arizona Wildcats, the West Virginia Mountaineers, the Kentucky Wildcats and the Cincinnati Bearcats. FBI agents arrested Kriisa on July 3, according to WKYT News, and they held him at least […] The post FBI Arrests Ex-College Basketball Star In Connection With Alleged Multimillion-Dollar Fraud Scheme appeared first on BroBible.
Colorado football is putting together an aggressive recruiting push after landing four-star quarterback Andre Adams in April. This time Deion Sanders and the Buffaloes beat out his alma mater Florida State for prized junior college defensive lineman Malachi Brown. The standout from Monterey Peninsula College in Northern California chose the Buffaloes Saturday evening. Brown confirmed […] The post Colorado beats out Deion Sanders’ alma mater Florida State for prized JUCO DL appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The cause of death for former HBCU star turned Sam Houston State transfer William Davis has been revealed. The former Virginia Union running back passed away at the age of 22 last Saturday. A new report by TMZ unveils new revelations in Davis’s death. TMZ reports that Davis died from gunshot wounds to the chest. […] The post Cause of death for former HBCU star William Davis revealed appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Davis transferred to Sam Houston State ahed of the school's spring practice after spending time with West Virginia (2025) and Division II Virginia Union (2020-24).
The West Virginia basketball team landed another power 5 transfer on Sunday. St. John’s transfer guard Joson Sanon committed to the Mountaineers, per On3. “The 6-5 sophomore averaged nearly 8 points per game this season and is a career 35% three-point shooter,” Joe Tipton posted to X, formerly Twitter. Sanon is part of a large […] The post West Virginia basketball lands former St. John’s sharpshooter in transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The 2026 NFL Draft has come and gone. More than 250 players heard their names called. The SEC led the way with 87 selections. That mark set a new record for most players taken in one conference, besting the league’s previous total of 79. The Big Ten followed with 68 picks, including an event-best 10 […] The post These 10 Teams Did Not Have A Player Selected In The 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on BroBible.
The Backyard (Base)Brawl took place on Tuesday night in Morgantown, West Virginia when the Mountaineers hosted the Pitt Panthers. The visiting team refused to be subjected to explicit trash talk from the home crowd. The Panthers slaughtered their rival in front of a sold-out stadium. Pitt won the game, 23-1. It was one of the […] The post Pitt Would Not Be Subjected To Explicit Barbs As West Virginia Begged Fans To Watch Baseball Slaughter appeared first on BroBible.
With the college basketball transfer portal open for business, the West Virginia Mountaineers landed an interesting commitment from former Butler guard Finley Bizjack on Monday, as per Joe Tipton of On3. Bizjack is coming off a breakout season and should strengthen the Mountaineers’ backcourt depth. Finley Bizjack is West Virginia’s second commitment out of the […] The post West Virginia lands Big East transfer after 17.1-PPG season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Kentucky Wildcats on Wednesday secured a commitment from 2027 three-star cornerback Miguel Wilson out of Vigor High School in Mobile, Alabama. The 5-foot-10, 170-pound defensive back chose Kentucky over multiple Power 4 programs, including Colorado, Georgia Tech, NC State, and West Virginia. Wilson is currently ranked No. 882 overall nationally, the No. 83 cornerback […] The post 2027 CB picks Kentucky over Colorado, Georgia Tech appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Even though the 2026 NFL Draft is less than a month away, it’s never too early to start paying attention to collegiate athletes who’ll make a huge impact during the 2026 College Football season before they declare for the 2027 NFL Draft. Though some of these guys could’ve declared for the 2026 NFL Draft, sometimes these players want to maximize their earning potential with NIL deals, improve their draft stock for the next NFL Draft, and potentially avoid injuries that would derail their NFL careers before taking the field on Sundays. These college football players should have a solid 2026 season and make some noise, attracting NFL Scouts with their on-field production and stats they’ll produce, whether it’s record-breaking or career-highs. Here at TPS, we’re going to take a look at these college athletes NFL fans should be paying attention to for the 2026 college football season, for the potential of watching them get drafted to the NFL in 2027. Here are 10 College Football Players to Pay Attention to in the Upcoming 2026 season for the 2027 NFL Draft. Who are the college prospects to look out for in next year’s NFL Draft? Arch Manning: Quarterback: TexasArch Manning (Image Credits: Imagn) Despite losing 14-7 to Ohio State in the first week of the 2025 season, Manning pieced together a productive year in his first full season as a starter for the Longhorns, completing 248 passes for 3,163 yards, throwing 26 touchdowns against seven interceptions, and leading the team to a 41-27 win over Michigan in the Citrus Bowl. With Manning returning to the Longhorns for the 2026 season, he should improve upon the mistakes he shook off from the previous season. Manning and the Longhorns are also aiming to make a return to the College Football Playoff for the first time since the 2024 season. Manning should be able to lead the Longhorns to the College Football Playoffs, as well as become a Heisman Trophy finalist, depending upon how he performs during the regular season. He will also have a blast working with wide receiver Cam Coleman, who transferred over from Auburn, giving him another weapon to utilize during key games against fierce SEC opponents. If Manning continues to show significant growth during the 2026 season, don’t be surprised if he gets drafted first overall in the 2027 NFL Draft by a quarterback-needy team, depending upon how the 2026 NFL season shapes up. Jeremiah Smith: Wide Receiver: Ohio StateOhio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) catches a punt during the first day of spring workouts for the 2026 football season at Woody Hayes Athletic Complex in Columbus on March 10, 2026. The Ohio State University is widely considered “Wide Receiver U,” as we’ve seen incredible wideouts emerge from the program over the years, with Smith being the next big name wide receiver to watch out for in the upcoming 2026 season, as he returns to the Buckeyes’ lineup. Smith caught 87 receptions for 1,243 yards, scored 12 touchdowns, rushed for 21 yards on three carries, and scored a rushing touchdown to add to his résumé, despite suffering a quad injury in November of the 2025 season. Smith will be healthy and 100 percent ready to roll in the Buckeyes’ offense for the 2026 season, causing havoc against opposing secondaries as he did in 2025 and 2024. Clips have emerged of Smith looking even stronger and faster for the upcoming 2026 season, as he’ll make opposing secondaries fear what he has in store for them. Especially during conference play against some of the Big Ten’s best defenses. That should make NFL scouts drool for wanting to draft him to a team desperately needing that effective pass catcher to complement their quarterbacks for the 2027 NFL season. Darian Mensah: Quarterback: MiamiDec 6, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils quarterback Darian Mensah (10) celebrates after the Blue Devils score a touchdown in overtime during the ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images After dealing with some NIL drama behind the scenes, Mensah’s transfer to the Miami Hurricanes will be a great addition to the team’s offense for the 2026 season. Mensah is coming off a 2025 season where he completed 334 passes for 3,973 yards and threw 34 touchdowns against six interceptions during his lone season with the Duke Blue Devils. He also led the team to a 42-39 win over Arizona State in the Sun Bowl. Mensah will be a part of a Hurricanes team that almost led a comeback win over the Indiana Hoosiers in the 2026 College Football National Championship game. He’ll elevate their offensive attack, making them more lethal. Mensah will work with Hurricanes wide receiver Malachi Toney and fellow Duke transfer Cooper Barkate, making for a more dangerous passing attack. We, as football fans, are looking forward to seeing this upgraded passing attack in action for the 2026 season. Mensah has the talent and potential to take the Hurricanes’ offense far in the 2026 season under head coach Mario Cristobal and offensive coordinator Shannon Dawson’s system. Don’t be surprised if Mensah becomes a Heisman Trophy finalist and a potential first-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft when the 2026 college football season is all said and done. Carter Smith: Offensive Tackle: IndianaIndiana Hoosiers offensive lineman Carter Smith (65) stretches Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, ahead of the College Football Playoff Championship game at HardRock Stadium in Miami Gardens. The defending College Football National Champions will have one of their best offensive linemen back in Bloomington, ready to protect newly transferred quarterback Josh Hoover from TCU. Smith started all 15 games for the Hoosiers during their magical run, becoming National Champions over the Miami Hurricanes, didn’t allow a single sack against Fernando Mendoza, and is ranked as the best lineman in the Big Ten, per Pro Football Focus. Smith returning for his senior season also bolsters the offensive line, which lost Pat Coogan and Kahlil Benson to graduation and the 2026 NFL Draft. He is incredibly reliable and will continue to do wonders on the Hoosiers’ offensive line for their title defense in the 2026 season. Smith has seniority, excellent leadership, and will help keep Indiana extremely competitive during the 2026 season. Smith is also the guy NFL Scouts will keep their eyes on, as they look for talent who’ll form a great offensive wall, making their quarterbacks feel comfortable in the 2027 season. Trust us, Smith is the real deal for incredible offensive tackle talent. Dylan Stewart: Edge: South CarolinaOct 18, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks defensive end Dylan Stewart (6) attempt to knock down a pass by Oklahoma Sooners quarterback John Mateer (10) in the first quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images Stewart returning to the Gamecocks’ defense is must-watch football for the upcoming 2026 season. He had 33 tackles, 4.5 sacks, two pass deflections, and three forced fumbles during the 2025 season. Stewart will be a mainstay on the Gamecocks’ defense, as the team looks to improve upon its disastrous 4-8 record from the 2025 season, despite playing through a back injury. Stewart will be healthy and ready to cause havoc against opposing offenses in the 2026 season in a fierce and competitive SEC, thanks to the leadership he’ll bring to the team. He is expected to be one of the nation’s top pass rushers, as he is set to cause some intense havoc against opposing SEC quarterbacks in the 2026 season, despite his back injury from the 2025 season. The scouts ahead of the 2027 Draft should be impressed with his leadership and then some, as they look to improve their defenses for the 2027 NFL season. Ryan Coleman-Williams: Wide Receiver: AlabamaDec 6, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Ryan Williams (2) runs after making a catch during the second quarter against the Georgia Bulldogs during the 2025 SEC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images Williams, now going by Coleman-Williams, had a decent 2025 season, despite dealing with a concussion. Williams caught 49 receptions for 689 yards and scored four touchdowns with the Crimson Tide in 2025, and helped them reach the 2025-26 Rose Bowl in the College Football Playoffs, before losing to the eventual champion Indiana Hoosiers 38-3. Coleman-Williams returning to the Tide helps with their offense, as he’ll be healthy and ready to square up against opposing secondaries for the 2026 season. The 2026 Alabama Crimson Tide will either be led by Austin Mack or Keelen Russell, eying the starting quarterback job. Mack and Russell should work well with Coleman-Williams during the 2026 season. Scouts will keep their eyes on Cooper-Williams improvements, as the Crimson Tide offense is expected to have a competitive season and have a fast-paced look under head coach Kalen DeBoer and offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb. We look forward to seeing Coleman-Williams continue his development for the 2026 season. Colin Simmons: Edge: TexasNov 22, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns defensive lineman Colin Simmons (1) reacts after a fumble was recovered for a touchdown during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images Just like Arch Manning on offense, Simmons returning to the Longhorns on defense will make for some exciting football to watch in Austin. Simmons had 43 tackles, a career-high 12 sacks, two pass deflections, three forced fumbles, and a fumble recovery in the 2025 season. Simmons is expected to be a dominant force on the Longhorns’ pass rush, as his on-field maturity continues to increase. His goals for the 2026 season are to break the team’s sack record, currently held by Kiki DeAyala with 40.5, and lead the SEC Conference in defensive productivity. Simmons currently has 21 sacks, so far. He needs 20 more sacks to break the record. Simmons had more penalties than sacks at the beginning of the 2025 season, but with improvements under defensive coordinator Will Muschamp, Simmons should be able to clean that up just in time for the upcoming 2026 season. The 2026 season will likely be Simmons’ final season with the Longhorns, as his continued defensive performance will attract NFL draft scouts from far and wide looking to bolster their defenses for the 2027 season. Dante Moore: Quarterback: OregonOregon quarterback Dante Moore throws a pass as the Oregon Ducks face the Indiana Hoosiers in the Peach Bowl on Jan. 9, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Moore and the Oregon Ducks had a very good 2025 season, finishing the season with a 13-2 record. Moore completed 296 passes for 3,565 yards, threw 30 touchdowns against 10 interceptions. Even though Moore was expected to be a first-round draft pick in 2026, his decision to return to Oregon is great for the program, and his draft capital in a loaded quarterback class for the 2027 NFL Draft. Moore and the Oregon Ducks’ offense have their eyes set on a National Championship or bust, as they look to further improve upon their 2025 season, after their College Football Semi-Final beatdown loss against the Indiana Hoosiers. Moore will continue to work with running backs Jordon Davison and Dierre Hill on the ground. Not to mention Moore will still have wide receivers Evan Stewart and Dakorien Moore to throw the ball to in the passing attack for more vertical shots, instead of short passes. If Moore continues to shine on the field, he’ll likely be a Heisman Trophy finalist and a top 10 pick in the 2027 NFL Draft. Cam Cook: Running Back: West VirginiaJax State’s Cam Cook tries to evade the tackle of Kennesaw State’s Alexander Ford during the C-USA Championship at AmFirst Stadium in Jacksonville, Alabama December 5, 2025. (Dave Hyatt / Hyatt Media LLC) After a single season at Jacksonville State University, Cook announced his plans to transfer to West Virginia University and join the Mountaineers’ offense for the 2026 season. Cook rushed for 1,659 yards on 295 attempts (the most rushing yards in the country in 2025), scored 16 rushing touchdowns, and caught 30 receptions for 286 yards. Cook brings elite speed, vision, and a physical workhorse mentality to a Mountaineers’ offense that struggled in the Big 12, finishing the 2025 season with a 4-8 record and 2-7 in conference play. Cook’s athleticism and speed should help the Mountaineers’ offense, which has a lot of work ahead of it before the start of the 2026 season. However, scouts shouldn’t be worried about the team around Cook, but rather focus their attention on Cook’s performance on the field during the season. Sure, the West Virginia Mountaineers aren’t the flashiest program in college football, but they have talent, and Cook is expected to be the primary running back to open the 2026 season against Coastal Carolina. Analysts have mentioned that Cook is a perfect fit for West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez’s system and schemes for the upcoming season. Cook also won the Conference USA Player of the Year award for his production in 2025. We can’t wait to see him potentially repeat that production in the Big 12 for the 2026 season. Omarion Miller: Wide Receiver: Arizona StateOct 25, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Omarion Miller (4) is tackled by Utah Utes defensive back JC Hart (14) during the second half at Rice-Eccles Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images Miller stunned the college world by announcing his plans to transfer out of Colorado and take his talents to Arizona State for the 2026 season. Miller finished the 2025 season with 45 receptions for 808 yards and scored eight touchdowns, which were career highs for him at the time. He joins an Arizona State team that has former Pittsburgh Steelers’ wide receiver Hines Ward as their wide receiver coach. Miller should see a spike in production and stats under Ward’s tutelage, even though the team is still looking for their next starting quarterback for the 2026 season. The Sun Devils will prioritize a strong passing attack, which Miller will likely benefit from under offensive coordinator Marcus Arroyo. Miller should excel in the Sun Devils’ offense and help them improve upon their 2025 performance, and a fresh start after being on a Colorado Buffaloes team that finished the 2025 season with a 3-9 record. If Miller’s stats and production increase in the 2026 season, look out for NFL teams wanting to select him in the first or early second round of the 2027 NFL Draft.
All Times Eastern NCAA Men’s Tournament Final Four National Semifinals Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN Announcers: Ian Eagle/Grant Hill/Bill Raftery//Tracy Wolfson UConn vs. Illinois — TBS/TNT/HBO Max, 6:09 p.m.. Michigan vs. Arizona — TBS/TNT/HBO Max, approximately 8:49 p.m. Announcers: Adam Lefkoe/Jamal Mashburn/Candace Parker/Jalen Rose/Chris Webber The Final Four Show live from Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis,…
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