ARTICLES
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Two divisional games could reshape the playoff picture this weekend. Here’s what to watch and who we like.
Two of the NFL’s best teams put perfect records on the line this week. Here’s what to watch and who we like.
We rank the NFL’s top 10 after Week 5, pick the two teams headed to Super Bowl LXI in Los Angeles, and name the contenders and Trojan horse teams.
The Panthers return from their bye at 2-2 and lead the NFC South. See the Week 6 odds, injury updates and how Bryce Young can keep rolling at Philly.
Jahmyr Gibbs, Byron Murphy and Corliss Waitman earn NFC Week 5 Player of the Week honors after standout performances across the NFL.
The NFL suspended the Rams lineman two games without pay after he struck a Bills player during the postgame jersey swap. Here’s what happened and what’s next.
The NFL suspended the 49ers linebacker one game without pay after he headbutted a helmetless Seahawks player. Here’s what happened and what comes next.
Bijan Robinson, Sonny Styles and Myles Price earned NFC Week 3 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
Brock Bowers, Talanoa Hufanga and Tyler Loop earned AFC Week 3 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
NFL Crucial Catch has surpassed 1.1 million cancer screenings while expanding early detection resources in under-resourced communities.
Brock Purdy, Jevón Holland and Myles Price earned NFC Players of the Month honors after standout performances in September.
Kenneth Walker, Greg Rousseau and Evan McPherson earned AFC Players of the Month honors after standout September performances.
Seven standout stats from NFL Week 3, including Jahmyr Gibbs' historic start, Aaron Rodgers passing Drew Brees and the Ravens' last-second win in Rio.
Panthers fall 21-18 to the Browns. See Bryce Young's grade, key standouts and what it means for Sunday Night Football vs. the Lions.
Brock Purdy, Devin Lloyd and Isaiah Rodgers earned NFC Player of the Week honors after standout performances in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season.
The NFL and TMRW Sports announced a new annual Pro Flag Showcase to kick off Super Bowl LXI week in Los Angeles, spotlighting stars of the upcoming pro flag football league.
Burna Boy will headline the halftime show at the first-ever NFL Paris Game between the Steelers and Saints on Oct. 25 at Stade de France.
Texas produced the most NFL players of any state on 2026 Kickoff Weekend rosters, as the NFL also reported record growth in youth, high school and college football.
D’Andre Swift, Zack Baun and Simi Fehoko earned NFC Week 1 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
COLLEGE SPORTS
Wake Forest basketball alumni enter 2026-27 across the NBA, G League, international leagues and professional coaching and front-office roles.
Wake Forest women’s basketball opens its 2026-27 preseason with a 68-43 win over NC A&T, led by Adora Nwude’s 11 points.
Louisville basketball stars Flory Bidunga and Jackson Shelstad earn Preseason All-ACC honors as the Cardinals are picked third in the 2026-27 poll.
Virginia guard Kymora Johnson earns Preseason All-ACC honors as the Cavaliers are picked sixth in the 2026-27 women's basketball poll.
Wake Forest quarterback Gio Lopez earns his second Manning Award Star of the Week honor after throwing for 303 yards and four total touchdowns against NC State.
Wake Forest defensive lineman Langston Hardy earns East-West Bowl Defensive Player of the Week honors after recording eight tackles against NC State.
New coaches, rebuilt rosters and a packed room for Duke. Day 3 of ACC Tipoff closed out men's media day with big questions and bigger personalities.
Louisville basketball announces 2026-27 TV assignments and tip times, including games on ABC, ESPN, ACC Network and The CW.
Women's media day wrapped, the commissioner drew a packed house, and men's basketball finally took the stage. Day 2 revealed a lot about the season ahead.
The ACC is coming off a record NCAA Tournament year. Four teams explained how they plan to build on it.
Death Valley was loud, but Miami was better. The Hurricanes handed the Tigers their first ACC loss, and Clemson's players said execution was the difference.
Virginia Tech erased an 11-point deficit in under four minutes, but a missed 36-yard field goal as time expired gave Pitt a 35-33 win in Blacksburg.
Wake Forest women’s basketball will host UNCG Oct. 25 in a free exhibition before opening the 2026-27 season Nov. 2.
The Citadel men's basketball team will face College of Charleston in the inaugural LinkU Invitational at Credit One Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 27, airing live on ESPN+.
Miami beat Wake Forest 33-20, but its offense scored zero points in the fourth quarter — the Hurricanes' only points came off a Wake Forest safety.
Clemson survived a storm-delayed home opener, beating Georgia Southern 22-7 behind timely field goals and a stout defense. Tigers host UNC next.
Wake Forest’s 2026-27 ACC schedule features nine home games, including Duke, NC State and North Carolina at LJVM Coliseum.
NC State opens the Justin Gainey era with 32 regular-season games, including a Bahamas tournament and ACC matchups.
Virginia Tech scored 73 unanswered points before a field goal spoiled the shutout, as James Franklin's Hokies debut opened with a historic rout of VMI.
Wake Forest dominated Akron 38-16 in its home opener, powered by a strong ground game as QB transfer Gio Lopez and the Deacs pulled away early.
Wake Forest mourns Alphonso Smith, the Demon Deacons legend who holds the ACC career interceptions record with 21.
Wake Forest women’s basketball will host nine ACC opponents in 2026-27, including Duke, NC State, Stanford and Louisville at LJVM Coliseum.
Wake Forest will face Mississippi State in the 2026 Battle 4 Atlantis opener Nov. 25 on ESPN2 at Imperial Arena in The Bahamas.
Wake Forest opens the 2026 season against Akron on Sept. 3 after a nine-win 2025 campaign. Can Gio Lopez and Davaughn Patterson lead the Deacs higher?
Wake Forest enters 2026-27 with national recognition as Carlos Hernandez, Valentina Amaral, Macy Pate and Chloe Kovelesky earn major honors.
Six ACC quarterbacks earned spots on the 2026 Manning Award Preseason Watch List, including Darian Mensah, CJ Bailey and Kevin Jennings.
Lola Ressler scored twice, including a goal 46 seconds in, as No. 11 Wake Forest beat Iowa 2-0 for its first win over the Hawkeyes since 2000.
Twelve ACC football standouts from 10 schools earned spots on the 2026 Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List, led by Clemson and Miami.
Clemson scored four second-half goals, including two from Xander Sevian, to hand No. 3 Furman a 5-1 season-opening loss at Historic Riggs Field.
Four ACC quarterbacks, including Darian Mensah and Kevin Jennings, earned spots on the 2026 Davey O’Brien Award Preseason Watch List.
HBCU
Edward Waters, Kentucky State and Benedict lead the first NCAA Division II football NPI rankings for Super Region Two, giving the SIAC the top three spots.
The Bayou Classic names Don Cincone, Daryl Triplett and Chef Niema DiGrazia as 2026 Cultural Ambassadors celebrating Louisiana’s heritage.
Two quarterbacks, two big seasons and a spot in the 2027 Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl. Here’s who made the first cut.
Norfolk State and Virginia State hold early leads in the first 2026 Red Lobster Band of the Year rankings, kicking off the race to Atlanta's national championship.
Howard defeated Alabama A&M 31-24 in the MEAC/SWAC Kickoff Challenge in Atlanta, extending the MEAC's series lead as both programs opened their 2026 seasons.
Alabama A&M faces Howard in the 2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff, live on ABC from Atlanta's Center Parc Stadium on Aug. 29 at 7:30 p.m. ET.
The Black College Football Hall of Fame announced its 2026 Deacon Jones Trophy watch list, featuring 52 HBCU football players.
Atlanta HBCU football in 2026 will feature the MEAC/SWAC Challenge, Big Cat Classic, homecomings and Celebration Bowl championship weekend.
ESPN Events announced future Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff matchups, including Morgan State-Alabama State, Jackson State-Norfolk State and South Carolina State-Alcorn State.
The MEAC ESPN media rights agreement extends through 2031, expanding football and basketball coverage while renewing HBCU showcase events through 2032.
The 2026 MEAC/SWAC Challenge features Alabama A&M vs. Howard as ESPN Events announces a SWAC extension through 2032 and new Toyota partnership.
Toyota signs a three-year agreement with ESPN Events expanding its role across the MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kick-Off, Celebration Bowl, halftime shows, and HBCU cultural initiatives.
The Black College Football Hall of Fame announced that its nationally recognized postseason all-star showcase will relocate to Atlanta beginning in 2027, bringing one of the premier celebrations of Historically Black Colleges and Universities football, culture, and professional development to one of the nation's most influential sports cities.
The Black College Football Hall of Fame will honor its 2026 induction class June 6 in Atlanta, celebrating HBCU football legends, coaches and contributors who helped shape the game.
The NFL announced participants for the 2026 HBCU Showcase and International Player Pathway Pro Day in Ashburn, Virginia, featuring top HBCU prospects and global talent ahead of the NFL Draft.
MEAC proudly claims two Super Bowl LX officials — Greg Steed and Roy Ellison. Both alumni launched their careers in the MEAC and now represent the conference on football's biggest stage.
North Carolina Central quarterback Walker Harris and South Carolina State defensive back Jarod Washington have been selected as the 2025 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year.
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) has officially announced its 2025 All-MEAC Football Teams, celebrating the exceptional talent, commitment, and competitive spirit displayed by student-athletes throughout the season.
The first-ever P&G Las Vegas HBCU Classic at Allegiant Stadium did exactly what its organizers promised: it turned a football game into a full-blown cultural moment. On October 25, the storied pageantry of HBCU marching bands, the roar of traveling alumni, and a sea of school colors combined with a dramatic finish
Rivalry games reveal who you are. In the Boombox Classic, Jackson State put its identity on display—physical on offense, suffocating on defense, and merciless in the middle eight minutes around halftime—routing Southern 38–13 on the road.
On October 25, 2025, Allegiant Stadium will host the inaugural Las Vegas HBCU Classic, a landmark showdown between two SWAC giants: Jackson State University and Grambling State University. This isn’t just another football game — it’s a cultural event, a homecoming reunion on neutral turf, and a declaration that HBCU football deserves the brightest of stages.
The Playmakers Press, edition 12 dives deep into the College Football season with success from Edward Waters University. The struggles of the Kansas City Chiefs and other teams, with much more!
Edward Waters upsets No. 13 Virginia Union 41-38 in the Unity Classic with a game-winning field goal as time expires. Bodden, Thomas, Jean-Baptiste, and Gagne lead the way in this thrilling HBCU showdown. Cleaned up mistakes or die trying—see how both teams move forward.
If the road loss at Southern Miss raised questions, Jackson State answered them with a 30–0 shutout of Tuskegee. It wasn’t just a reaction—it was a reset. The Tigers asserted trench control, tightened coverage, and showed the kind of composure that separates good teams from consistent winners.
The Playmakers Press, edition 10 dives deep into the College Football season and gives a game day preview. There is NFL and other sports news such as Naomi Osaka in the U.S. Open!
The Tigers opened 2025 with a 28–14 win over Hampton, and it looked exactly like the staff drew it up: control the line, set the pace, finish drives. The box score won’t crown a Heisman, but it tells the right story—composure, balance, and situational poise.
The 2025 Black College Football Hall of Fame “Clash at the Classic” will be broadcast live on NFL Network and streamed on NFL+ and HBCUGO.tv on Sunday, August 31 at 4:00 p.m. ET, as No. 19 Virginia Union University takes on No. 24 Miles College at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio.
Post Game Conference- MEAC/SWAC KICKOFF CHALLENGE 2025: NCCU Eagles dominate Southern Jaguars 31-14 in electric Georgia showdown. Christian Moseley leads Eagles to victory at Center Parc Stadium. Epic HBCU football featuring Human Jukebox vs Sound Machine band battle. Complete game recap with coach interviews and key plays.
MEAC/SWAC KICKOFF CHALLENGE 2025: NCCU Eagles dominate Southern Jaguars 31-14 in electric Georgia showdown. Christian Moseley leads Eagles to victory at Center Parc Stadium. Epic HBCU football featuring Human Jukebox vs Sound Machine band battle.
The Playmakers Press, edition 9 dives deep into the College Football season approaching and gives a Clemson University game day preview against LSU. There is a Fantasy football guide to help newbies and much more!
Carolina is 3-2 and leading a weak NFC South. Here’s why the Panthers could be the playoff team nobody wants to face.
Two divisional games could reshape the playoff picture this weekend. Here’s what to watch and who we like.
Two of the NFL’s best teams put perfect records on the line this week. Here’s what to watch and who we like.
Wake Forest women’s basketball opens its 2026-27 preseason with a 68-43 win over NC A&T, led by Adora Nwude’s 11 points.
We rank the NFL’s top 10 after Week 5, pick the two teams headed to Super Bowl LXI in Los Angeles, and name the contenders and Trojan horse teams.
The Panthers return from their bye at 2-2 and lead the NFC South. See the Week 6 odds, injury updates and how Bryce Young can keep rolling at Philly.
Jahmyr Gibbs, Byron Murphy and Corliss Waitman earn NFC Week 5 Player of the Week honors after standout performances across the NFL.
Louisville basketball stars Flory Bidunga and Jackson Shelstad earn Preseason All-ACC honors as the Cardinals are picked third in the 2026-27 poll.
Virginia guard Kymora Johnson earns Preseason All-ACC honors as the Cavaliers are picked sixth in the 2026-27 women's basketball poll.
Two quarterbacks, two big seasons and a spot in the 2027 Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl. Here’s who made the first cut.
The NFL suspended the Rams lineman two games without pay after he struck a Bills player during the postgame jersey swap. Here’s what happened and what’s next.
The NFL suspended the 49ers linebacker one game without pay after he headbutted a helmetless Seahawks player. Here’s what happened and what comes next.
New coaches, rebuilt rosters and a packed room for Duke. Day 3 of ACC Tipoff closed out men's media day with big questions and bigger personalities.
Louisville basketball announces 2026-27 TV assignments and tip times, including games on ABC, ESPN, ACC Network and The CW.
Women's media day wrapped, the commissioner drew a packed house, and men's basketball finally took the stage. Day 2 revealed a lot about the season ahead.
The ACC is coming off a record NCAA Tournament year. Four teams explained how they plan to build on it.
Furman volleyball swept Chattanooga 3-0 at Timmons Arena on Big Din Energy night, climbing to 2-2 in SoCon play behind a loud crowd and Tennyson Gorman.
Virginia State men’s tennis will join the SIAC as an affiliate member for 2026-27, beginning with the conference fall open Oct. 28-30.
Furman rallied past Chattanooga 3-2 at Timmons Arena for its first SoCon win, snapping a losing streak with a 16-14 fifth-set finish.
Bijan Robinson, Sonny Styles and Myles Price earned NFC Week 3 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
Brock Bowers, Talanoa Hufanga and Tyler Loop earned AFC Week 3 Player of the Week honors after standout performances.
NFL Crucial Catch has surpassed 1.1 million cancer screenings while expanding early detection resources in under-resourced communities.
Brock Purdy, Jevón Holland and Myles Price earned NFC Players of the Month honors after standout performances in September.
Kenneth Walker, Greg Rousseau and Evan McPherson earned AFC Players of the Month honors after standout September performances.
Tuskegee's Khalil Genwright was named SIAC Preseason Player of the Year, headlining the conference's 2026-27 men's basketball preseason honors.
Miles guard Samarian Franklin was named SIAC Preseason Player of the Year, headlining the conference's 2026-27 women's basketball preseason honors.
Seven standout stats from NFL Week 3, including Jahmyr Gibbs' historic start, Aaron Rodgers passing Drew Brees and the Ravens' last-second win in Rio.
Panthers fall 21-18 to the Browns. See Bryce Young's grade, key standouts and what it means for Sunday Night Football vs. the Lions.
Furman women’s soccer scored seven goals, including two each from Bri Pinasco, Norah Roller and Jenny Jacobson, in a 7-1 win over VMI.
Wake Forest women’s basketball will host UNCG Oct. 25 in a free exhibition before opening the 2026-27 season Nov. 2.
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ACC Reveals Bold New Court Design for 2026 Ally ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament
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2026 SIAC Basketball Tournament Preview: Teams and Storylines
Preview of the 2026 SIAC Basketball Tournament featuring top teams and championship storylines for the men’s and women’s brackets.
2026 ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament Bracket Set: Duke Earns No. 1 Seed at Gas South Arena
The 2026 ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament bracket is set. Duke earns the No. 1 seed as teams head to Gas South Arena in Atlanta, March 4–8.
Clemson Stuns No. 9 Duke with Late Three-Pointer in 53–51 Upset
A dramatic final possession lifted the Clemson Tigers women's basketball to one of the biggest wins of the season, as the Tigers upset the No. 9 Duke Blue Devils women's basketball 53–51 Sunday at Littlejohn Coliseum.
Clemson Outlasts Georgia Tech 67–65 in Double-Overtime Thriller
In one of the most dramatic games of the season, the Clemson Tigers women's basketball outlasted the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets women's basketball 67–65 in a double-overtime battle Thursday night at Littlejohn Coliseum.
Mia Moore’s Career Night Powers Clemson Past Boston College
A career performance from Mia Moore ignited the Clemson Tigers women's basketball as they rolled past the Boston College Eagles women's basketball 83–59 at Littlejohn Coliseum.
Clemson Women’s Basketball Defeats Florida State 77–58 Behind Thompson’s Strong Performance
The Clemson Tigers women's basketball used a balanced attack and strong defense to pull away from the Florida State Seminoles women's basketball for a convincing 77–58 victory Sunday afternoon at Littlejohn Coliseum.
Southern Jaguars Dominate Jackson State 67-43 in SWAC Women's Basketball Showdown
Southern University women's basketball defeats Jackson State 67-43 behind DeMya Porter's standout performance. Complete game analysis, stats, and SWAC conference implications from Jan. 29, 2026.
Clemson 84, North Florida 62 — Littlejohn Coliseum
On Dec. 21, Clemson closed out its non-conference slate with a strong 84-62 victory over North Florida at Littlejohn Coliseum.
Clemson 73, Pittsburgh 41 — ACC Play at Littlejohn Coliseum
Clemson women’s basketball rolled to a commanding 73-41 win over Pittsburgh on Dec. 14 at Littlejohn Coliseum, marking its first ACC victory of December.
Syracuse Takes Down SMU 78–69 in ACC Opener
On December 7, 2025, the Syracuse Orange visited Dallas and defeated the SMU Mustangs 78–69 in SMU’s conference opener at Moody Coliseum.
Clemson vs. Michigan State — Baha Mar Nassau Championship
In a hard-fought non-conference battle at the Baha Mar Nassau Championship, No. 20 Michigan State edged Clemson 72-64 on Dec. 9.
The Playmakers Press, Ed. 15
The Playmakers Press, edition 15 dives deep into the upcoming MLB World Series. The struggles of the Clemson football and upcoming season for Clemson Women’s Basketball. Sweetie and Premier League player Jadon Sancho rumors, Denver Broncos player fined, and more!
Clemson Women’s Basketball: Poised to Turn Upside Down into Upside Up
The Clemson women’s basketball program heads into the 2025–26 season with a quiet confidence that comes from rebuilding the right way. After a 14–17 record in 2024–25 and a 6–12 ACC mark, coach Shawn Poppie and his staff have used the offseason to tighten fundamentals, sharpen identity, and emphasize player development.
Phoenix Mercury Shock Top Seed to Reach WNBA Finals
The Phoenix Mercury are heading to the 2025 WNBA Finals after pulling off one of the biggest upsets of the postseason, eliminating the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx in a 3–1 semifinal series victory. Their decisive 86–81 win in Game 4 showcased the resilience and late-game firepower that has defined their playoff run.
Making History: A'ja Wilson Becomes First Four-Time WNBA MVP
In a moment that will be remembered for generations, A'ja Wilson has officially entered uncharted territory in women's professional basketball. The Las Vegas Aces center made history Sunday by becoming the first player in WNBA history to win four Most Valuable Player awards, adding another chapter to her already legendary career.
Minnesota Lynx Lead the Pack: Who’s Best Positioned to Win the 2025 WNBA Championship
The 2025 WNBA Playoffs are underway, and four teams stand out as leading contenders: the Minnesota Lynx, Las Vegas Aces, Indiana Fever, and Phoenix Mercury. Among them, the Lynx look the most equipped to go all the way.
WNBA All-Star Weekend Adjusts Rosters as Clark, Sabally Ruled Out Due to Injuries
The 2025 WNBA All-Star Game will proceed Saturday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse without its biggest draw, as Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark has been ruled out due to a groin injury that will prevent her from participating in any All-Star weekend activities.
The Playmakers Press, Ed. 8
The Playmakers Press, edition 8 dives deep into the HBCU Football season approaching with Media Days for the SWAC and SIAC conferences. The WNBA All- Star Weekend roster rotations and more about football- Pittsburgh Steelers.
March Madness 2025: Viewership Soars in Historic Tournament
The 2025 NCAA Tournament has become a ratings phenomenon, with the men's bracket averaging an unprecedented 9 million viewers even during early rounds. Traditional powerhouses are making their presence felt across the bracket.
Carolina is 3-2 and leading a weak NFC South. Here’s why the Panthers could be the playoff team nobody wants to face.