With postseason bids hanging in the balance and rivalry week on the horizon, a handful of programs are still fighting for bowl spots. Expect late-season twists, dramatic showdowns, and momentum shifts as teams sprint toward the finish.

With Cody Bellinger opting out, the Mets could land a versatile outfielder who can patrol center and first base. A multi-year deal and a reshaped roster could redefine New York’s championship hopes this offseason.

Two former Fordham QBs, now head coaches, meet on opposite sidelines in a marquee MAC showdown. A rivalry steeped in history, respect, and late-season stakes awaits as Joe Moorhead’s Akron Zips collide with Mark Carney’s Kent State Golden Flashes in the Wagon Wheel tilt.

Two momentum-packed teams collide in Ottawa as the Stars visit the Senators. Home ice and tight odds set the stage for a fast, hard-hitting night that could tilt the standings.

Two rivals collide in Raleigh as injuries, returns, and a goaltending duel set the stage for an early-season showdown.

Leafs coach Craig Berube stays optimistic that a tighter defensive commitment can turn things around as a bruising date with the Bruins looms. Subtle lineup shifts and a renewed emphasis on puck control hint at a potential turning point, even as the team works to balance offense with containment.

Two storied programs renew their fierce rivalry in an early-season showdown as No. 9 Kentucky visits No. 11 Louisville at the Yum Center. Expect high-energy play, heated battles, and plenty of storylines as the rivalry adds another chapter.

Detroit hosts a high-stakes early-season showdown as Michigan welcomes Wake Forest to Little Caesars Arena tonight. Expect fast-paced action, clutch moments, and a clash that could set the tone for both programs’ seasons. A must-see matchup for fans craving intensity and momentum.

Otega Oweh pulls back the curtain on the Kentucky–Louisville rivalry, explaining why road games fuel a team and how a charged crowd can spark a championship mindset. With a demanding slate ahead, the Wildcats are embracing the Derby City showdown as a defining test of their resolve.

Two undefeated in-state rivals clash in Columbia as South Carolina hosts Clemson on Tuesday night. The Gamecocks rely on Latson and Edwards, backed by a revitalized Raven Johnson and versatile Tessa Johnson, while Clemson speeds things up with a thriving three-point attack. With injury notes and a long rivalry streak in the backdrop, this showdown…

Two major college football storylines headline the week: a pivotal MAC clash in Kalamazoo and a high-stakes rebound bid for a Florida quarterback under pressure. Expect questions about form, resilience, and how coaching decisions shape the road ahead.

Asante Samuel Jr. returns to the field with the Steelers after spinal fusion surgery, a move that could reshape a battered secondary. With injuries mounting and a tough schedule ahead, his comeback promises to be a pivotal storyline for Pittsburgh’s defense.