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Texas gets major boost with Laurence Seymore ruling

Lawrence Seymore ruling

3/19/2026

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Texas avoided a major offseason setback and turned it into a roster win that could shape its 2026 outlook on Wednesday. What once appeared uncertain has now become a clear upgrade for the Longhorns.

The Seymore news became official when first reported by On3’s Pete Nakos, when the NCAA granted his eligibility waiver, clearing the way for him to play in 2026. The decision eliminates months of uncertainty and gives Texas a proven offensive lineman ready to contribute immediately. (source)

Seymore’s path to this point has been anything but straightforward. He has moved through multiple programs—including Miami, Akron, and Western Kentucky—navigating redshirts, transfers, and even a full season without game action due to transfer timing complications. That lost 2023 season ultimately became the focal point of his waiver request.

Rather than dragging the situation into a prolonged dispute, the NCAA approved the waiver, allowing Texas to move forward with clarity. The Longhorns now add a second-team All-American–caliber presence to an offensive line unit that continues to evolve through the transfer portal.

Seymore’s addition also strengthens a broader recruiting strategy built on experience and depth. He joins a transfer class that includes Jonte Newman, Dylan Sikorski, and Melvin Siani, giving the Longhorns multiple options in the trenches.

Timing plays a critical role. Securing eligibility early allows Seymore to fully integrate into offseason development and system installation rather than playing catch-up later in the year. That stability often marks the difference between depth and impact in college football.

For Texas, this move goes beyond filling a roster spot. It signals confidence in navigating complex eligibility situations while continuing to build a competitive foundation up front.

Now, with the waiver resolved, the focus shifts to performance. If Seymore delivers at the expected level, this decision could become one of the most important under-the-radar wins of the Longhorns’ offseason.

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Former Michigan HC Sherrone Moore plea deal suddenly ends court case

3/6/2026

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Former Michigan football head coach Sherrone Moore will avoid a trial after reaching a plea agreement with prosecutors in a legal case that drew significant attention around the college football world.

According to a report from The Detroit Press, Moore agreed to plead no contest to malicious use of a telecommunications device and one count of trespass. Both misdemeanor charges were formally introduced Friday during a hearing before 14A District Court Judge J. Cedric Simpson. (Source)

Moore’s plea deal also led to the dismissal of three previously filed charges in the case, including a third-degree felony home invasion count.

The legal situation stems from an incident involving Moore and his former executive assistant. According to reports, the assistant previously told police that Moore entered her apartment after their two-year relationship ended. The case had been moving toward a key hearing that could have included testimony if prosecutors pursued the original charges in court.

Instead, the case shifted after additional evidence was reviewed.

First Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Kati Rezmierski addressed the court and explained why prosecutors changed their approach to the case.

“After additional evidence has been presented to us, [we] do not believe that there is sufficient evidence to prove account of domestic violence in this matter; not historically and not what happened on December 10,” Rezmierski said, referencing the date Moore went to the residence of the assistant.

That determination led prosecutors to dismiss the more serious accusations and move forward with the misdemeanor counts included in the plea agreement.

The case had the potential to turn into a lengthy courtroom battle for the former Wolverines head coach if it moved toward trial. Instead, the plea agreement brings the legal situation to a close without additional testimony or extended litigation.

With the agreement now finalized in court, the case is expected to conclude without a trial as Moore accepts the reduced charges.

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Big Ten Proposal Reveals What a 24-Team College Football Playoff Would Look Like

2/13/26

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The future of the College Football Playoff could look dramatically different from today’s 12-team structure.

According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel, the Big Ten Conference has circulated an internal document outlining a potential roadmap to a 24-team College Football Playoff. The proposal includes a phased expansion timeline, the removal of conference championship games and an increased emphasis on home-campus postseason matchups.

Nothing has been finalized, but the framework offers the clearest signal yet of how expansion might unfold.

Gradual Expansion Timeline

The document reportedly lays out a two-step approach. First, the playoff would expand from 12 to 16 teams in the 2027 and 2028 seasons. That format would feature five automatic qualifiers and 11 at-large selections.

Under the 16-team structure, the top two seeds would receive first-round byes. Opening-round games would take place on campus during the second weekend of December, with later rounds shifting to traditional bowl sites on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. The national championship would remain scheduled for mid-January.

The larger leap comes no later than the 2029 season, when the playoff would expand to 24 teams. That model would remain in place through the end of the current CFP television contract in 2031.

Inside the 24-Team Format

In the proposed 24-team College Football Playoff, the 23 highest-ranked teams would qualify alongside one guaranteed spot for a Group of Six program. Unlike the 16-team version, the expanded field would not rely on automatic conference bids.

The top eight seeds would earn byes. Two full rounds of playoff games would be played on campus before the bracket transitions to bowl sites for the quarterfinals and semifinals. The championship game would again be staged in mid-January.

The proposal also suggests avoiding first-round rematches from the regular season whenever possible.

Eliminating Conference Title Games

Perhaps the most controversial component is the potential removal of conference championship games. The document reportedly characterizes those matchups as “artificial,” arguing they introduce unnecessary risk for teams already positioned to reach the playoff.

By eliminating title games, conferences would reduce the possibility of high-ranked teams being penalized by a late loss.

Broader Implications

The Big Ten’s model emphasizes increased late-season relevance. In an era shaped by the transfer portal, teams that improve significantly during the year could still secure postseason opportunities under a larger bracket.

Expansion would also dramatically increase the number of playoff contests — jumping from 11 games under the current format to 23 in a 24-team system. That increase would create additional media inventory and reshape revenue distribution across the sport.

While the Southeastern Conference has expressed openness to a 16-team field, the Big Ten’s push for 24 underscores a growing power dynamic in college football governance.

The 12-team playoff remains locked in for 2026. But if the Big Ten’s blueprint gains traction, the College Football Playoff could soon enter its most expansive — and most debated — era yet.

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Will Notre Dame Meet Expectations This Season?

2/11/26

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The Notre Dame Fighting Irish enter the 2026 season with something they have not always handled well: overwhelming expectation.

Every offseason brings familiar criticism. Detractors recycle the same talking points — join a conference, the schedule is soft, the program is overrated. Some of those arguments fade quickly under scrutiny. One, however, continues to follow the Irish year after year: the label of “overrated.”

The History Behind the Narrative

From 2006 through 2016, Notre Dame often entered seasons ranked highly and exited with disappointment. Blowout losses in major bowl games and uneven finishes created ammunition for critics. Preseason optimism frequently failed to translate into postseason validation.

Since 2017, that storyline has shifted. The Fighting Irish have posted multiple top-12 finishes, reached the College Football Playoff, and remained consistently competitive on the national stage. The program no longer fits the version of itself that struggled to meet projections a decade ago.

Still, perception lingers longer than performance.

Expectations Reach a New Level

According to early betting markets, Notre Dame currently sits among the favorites — and in some cases the outright favorite — to win the national championship. That type of spring momentum almost guarantees a top-five preseason ranking.

And with a top-five ranking comes a clear standard: compete for a title or fall short of expectations.

Those are the stakes.

If Notre Dame opens the season ranked inside the top five, the margin for error disappears. A single slip becomes magnified. A close loss fuels the “overrated” narrative once again. Fair or not, that is the environment the Irish will navigate.

Can the Irish Deliver?

Recent seasons suggest the foundation is stronger than in years past. Recruiting has improved. Depth has stabilized. The program has shown resilience in big moments rather than shrinking from them.

But meeting expectations in college football demands more than consistency. It requires finishing the job.

If Notre Dame reaches the playoff and wins on the sport’s biggest stage, the conversation shifts permanently. If it falls short, the cycle restarts.

The question is no longer whether Notre Dame belongs in the discussion. The question is whether this roster can convert hype into hardware.

Because in 2026, for the Irish, anything less than legitimate national championship contention will feel like unfinished business.

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Big Ten Drops ‘Trifecta’ Shirt as Conference Flexes Three-Year Title Run

2/5/26

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The Big Ten Conference is leaning fully into its recent dominance at the top of college football.

Following a third consecutive national championship, the conference unveiled a new shirt featuring the word “Trifecta,” a nod to hosting the last three title winners: Indiana Hoosiers in 2025, Ohio State Buckeyes in 2024, and Michigan Wolverines in 2023.

The shirt debuted on social media alongside the caption, “Get the shirt and let ’em know,” a clear reference to the ongoing conference supremacy debate—particularly with the Southeastern Conference. While the Big Ten has claimed each of the last three national titles, the SEC has not appeared in a championship game during that span. The league’s most recent title came in 2022.

The power balance shifted further after Nick Saban retired following the 2023 season. Since then, Kirby Smart has been the SEC’s lone active national championship-winning head coach. Despite back-to-back College Football Playoff appearances, Georgia Bulldogs exited in the Sugar Bowl both years, including a 39–34 loss to Ole Miss Rebels.

The SEC still sent five teams to the 12-team playoff field, and a Georgia–Ole Miss quarterfinal ensured the league a semifinal berth. Even so, the title game ultimately featured Big Ten champion Indiana against ACC representative Miami Hurricanes, with the Hoosiers winning 27–21 to secure the conference’s third straight crown.

Looking ahead to 2026, both leagues are expected to contend for another championship. Until then, the Big Ten holds undisputed bragging rights—and with Indiana and Ohio State projected near the top again, a four-peat is firmly on the table.


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Vanderbilt Strengthens Secondary With Clemson Transfer Ricardo Jones

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Ricardo Jones commits to Vanderbilt from Clemson.

Vanderbilt added a major piece to its defensive backfield. The Commodores landed Clemson transfer Ricardo Jones Sunday, continuing an active and productive offseason through the transfer portal.

Jones, who spent the past two seasons with the Clemson Tigers, will join the Commodores for the 2026 season with two years of eligibility remaining. The move was first reported by On3Sports’ Hayes Fawcett and gives Vanderbilt an experienced, proven playmaker in the secondary. (REPORT)

Jones emerged as one of the ACC’s top defensive backs during the 2025 season. After playing in 12 games as a reserve during his true freshman year in 2024, he stepped into a starting role and quickly made an impact. He finished the season with six interceptions, leading the ACC, while also recording 39 tackles, three passes defended, and a fumble recovery. His performance earned him All-ACC Third Team honors and elevated his profile nationally.

Before his time at Clemson, Jones starred at Northside High School in Warner Robins, Georgia. He entered college as a four-star recruit in the 2024 class and was ranked among the top safeties in the country, checking in as the No. 142 overall player and No. 9 safety according to the Rivals Industry Ranking. That combination of recruiting pedigree and on-field production made him one of the more intriguing defensive backs to enter the portal this offseason.

As a transfer, Jones ranked as the No. 276 overall player and the No. 26 safety available, according to On3’s transfer portal rankings. His commitment makes him the 12th portal addition for Vanderbilt this cycle and the first safety the Commodores have added through the portal.

The timing is notable for a Vanderbilt program coming off a historic season. The Commodores finished 10–3, marking the first 10-win campaign in school history. With expectations rising, Vanderbilt has leaned into the transfer portal to supplement its roster with experienced Power Five talent.

By adding Ricardo Jones, Vanderbilt not only boosts its secondary but also reinforces its push toward sustained success in the SEC. A proven ball hawk with high-level experience, Jones arrives in Nashville positioned to make an immediate impact and help the Commodores build on last season’s momentum.

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Michigan Bolsters QB Room With Colorado State Transfer

Michigan added a much-needed piece to its quarterback room on Sunday, turning to the transfer portal to address thinning depth behind its starter.

The Wolverines landed Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi, who transfers in from Colorado State Rams. The move gives Michigan additional experience at a position that has seen significant turnover this offseason.

Michigan Addresses Quarterback Depth

Entering the week, Michigan Wolverines had four quarterbacks on the roster: starter Bryce Underwood, second-year signal-caller Chase Herbstreit, and true freshmen Tommy Carr and Brady Smigiel.

However, departures quickly created a need for reinforcements. Mikey Keene transferred to Arizona State Sun Devils, Davis Warren signed with Stanford Cardinal, Jadyn Davis entered the portal, and Jake Garcia exhausted his eligibility.

As a result, Michigan not only needed more bodies at the position, but also a quarterback capable of serving as a reliable backup.

Fowler-Nicolosi Brings Experience

After briefly hosting Landen Clark from Elon, Michigan appeared to be moving in a different direction. That changed Sunday afternoon when Fowler-Nicolosi committed to the Wolverines.

Although he redshirted this past season and appeared in just three games, Fowler-Nicolosi was Colorado State’s starter for the two years prior. Over four seasons with the Rams, he completed 60.2 percent of his passes, throwing for 6,938 yards with 38 touchdowns and 29 interceptions.

That experience gives Michigan a quarterback who has started games at the FBS level and understands the demands of managing an offense — a valuable trait for a team navigating a young quarterback room.

Busy Day in the Portal

Fowler-Nicolosi became Michigan’s second transfer portal addition of the day. Earlier Sunday, former Texas Longhorns wide receiver Jaime French also pledged to the Wolverines, highlighting an active stretch for the program as it reshapes its roster.

With Fowler-Nicolosi now in the fold, Michigan stabilizes its quarterback depth and adds a layer of experience that could prove critical as the season approaches.

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Joey Aguilar named Vols new QB ahead of opener

The University of Tennessee Volunteers announced Sunday transfer quarterback Joey Aguilar will start under center for the season opener against Syracuse on August 30. The coaching staff informed the team during a closed-door meeting, according to reports from the Knoxville News Sentinel later confirmed in the following Instagram post.

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Aguilar, a transfer from UCLA, beat out redshirt freshman Jake Merklinger and incoming freshman George MacIntyre for the job. The decision solidifies a crucial position for an offense looking to sustain momentum from a landmark 2024 campaign.

The California native arrived in May after one season with the Bruins, but he’s best known for his prolific two-year stretch at Appalachian State. There, Aguilar threw for 6,760 yards and 56 touchdowns in just 25 appearances, showcasing a deep-ball accuracy and pocket presence that made him a coveted addition in the transfer portal.

Tennessee lost former starter Nico Iamaleava to UCLA this offseason — a twist of fate considering Aguilar made the reverse move. Iamaleava led the team to its first-ever College Football Playoff berth last year, raising expectations in Knoxville ahead of 2025.

Now, the pressure shifts to Aguilar to keep Tennessee among the SEC’s elite. With a strong supporting cast and a season-opening showcase against Syracuse, the Vols are banking on experience over youth at the most important position on the field.

The opener marks a fresh chapter for a program still buzzing from its 2024 success — and Aguilar will be the one holding the pen.

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