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Ringing in the New Year, the bowl slate blends high-scoring potential with injury-driven roster questions and shifting depth. Utah leads scoring projections despite a coaching shake-up, while other programs reshuffle, setting the stage for standout DFS plays and pivotal game-turning moments.

Dylan Raiola’s transfer portal move has sparked a heated debate about loyalty, the NIL era, and whether a rising quarterback can be more than a temporary asset. As teams circle, the story hints at a broader shift in how programs rebuild and how fans judge a “franchise” QB.

Columbus Crew steps into a new era with Henrik Rydström taking the helm, signaling a bold shift toward an attacking, connected style under proven leadership. A trophy-winning track record and a clear vision for sustained contention set the stage for what’s ahead.

New Year’s Eve brings a pair of pivotal NHL showdowns that could shake up the standings. Minnesota’s stout defense faces a resurgent San Jose squad, while Buffalo rides a nine-game win streak into a showdown with Dallas. Expect tight defense, clutch goaltending, and momentum swings as 2025 closes.

Top-10 Iowa State heads to Houston for a high-stakes Big 12 showdown at Fertitta Center. Fresh off a thrilling win, the Cyclones lean on their star trio as they chase more momentum on the road. Will the momentum carry them past the Cougars?

Two teams pull off a surprising swap that could reboot two young careers. Egor Zamula heads to Pittsburgh in exchange for Philip Tomasino, with both players headed to the AHL to restart their development. The deal brings fresh cap considerations and new role possibilities as rosters look to improvise down the stretch.

Three bowl games, three fresh storylines, all on the final Tuesday of the year. An afternoon tilt pairs Coastal Carolina with a Conference USA challenger, setting the stage for a quarterback shuffle and some transfer buzz. Evening brings Tennessee vs Illinois in Nashville, then a San Antonio closer where USC and TCU navigate injuries and…

UConn rides a flawless 13-0 start into a Big East showdown in Providence, with Azzi Fudd leading the scoring and Ashlynn Shade heating up from beyond the arc. The Huskies will be short-handed, without KK Arnold and Ayanna Patterson, as Providence eyes a home win that could shift the conference race. A high-stakes clash set…

Two rising programs collide as Atlantic 10 play opens: St. Bonaventure welcomes VCU for a clash that could set the tone for the conference race. Bonnies’ standout duo-size and a stifling defense square off against VCU’s efficient offense and relentless pressure. Expect a strategic, hard-nosed battle that could reshape early-season momentum.

Fernando Mendoza clinched the Heisman, but the night lit a fire around Vanderbilt’s Diego Pavia. A blunt post from the runner-up and ESPN’s Rece Davis’s surprising vote regret have the voting world buzzing, just as Pavia heads to the ReliaQuest Bowl for one final shot at redemption.

An unsettled start to bowl season has the SEC recalibrating its postseason hopes. Close games and late twists set the tone, leaving momentum—and questions—hanging in the balance as January bowls approach. Here’s a snapshot of how the initial results are shaping the conference’s bowl run.

Two teams chasing momentum collide in a New Year’s Eve matinee that could reshape the late-season standings. Nashville’s offense, led by O’Reilly and Forsberg, faces Vegas’ high-flying attack led by Eichel—a clash sure to deliver speed, skill, and key moments from the opening puck drop.

An afternoon showdown in Charlotte features the Warriors visiting a Hornets squad hungry for a bounce-back. Stephen Curry leads Golden State, while LaMelo Ball anchors Charlotte—several players from both sides are primed to rise as the game unfolds.

San Francisco is adding a veteran right-hander to shake up its rotation. Tyler Mahle arrives after a breakout season, bringing upside but questions about durability linger from past injuries. This offseason reshaping could set the tone for the Giants’ pitching staff in the year ahead.

Two budding stars, one Citrus Bowl stage. Arch Manning and Bryce Underwood headline a quarterback duel that could shape the early arc of their careers and their teams’ seasons. Expect drama, doubt, and a few jaw-dropping moments as these young leaders take the spotlight.

Two teams chasing momentum collide in Atlanta as Minnesota visits the Hawks. Nickeil Alexander-Walker faces his former squad, while Trae Young’s status adds a dash of suspense. A high-octane, swingy night could tilt the balance for both teams.

An unprecedented transfer surge is about to rewrite the 2026 college football landscape, with NIL-driven moves reshaping the sport’s power dynamics. In Ames, a new era unfolds amid a dramatic roster exodus, turning rebuilding into the season’s real cliffhanger.

Joao Cancelo is weighing a return to European football, with Juventus among the clubs keen to reunite with the versatile full-back who shone in Turin. As his Al Hilal contract nears its end, wage demands and interest from others could set the stage for a high-stakes pursuit.

Connor Bedard kicked off the season in spectacular fashion before a shoulder injury altered the course of his year. With Team Canada weighing its Olympic roster and Bedard eyeing a dramatic comeback for Milan, the fate of his Olympic dream hangs in the balance. As the Blackhawks push forward, the next chapter could redefine this…

With the ReliaQuest Bowl in the rear-view, Iowa signals a new era at quarterback—focusing on home-grown talent rather than flashy transfers. Offensive coordinator Tim Lester says Jeremy Hecklinski and Hank Brown have earned serious consideration, while Jimmy Sullivan is already on campus as part of the plan. The offense enters year two of this approach…

Vanderbilt’s revival has reached new heights with a 10-2 record and a ReliaQuest Bowl date against Iowa. But the absence of Eli Stowers, who opts out to prep for the NFL Draft, adds an intriguing twist. The result could redefine the Commodores’ trajectory in college football.