Two heated rivals meet in the Birmingham Bowl for a rematch that could shake up the postseason. With quarterback uncertainties, standout players nursing injuries, and a crowd ready for fireworks, the showdown promises momentum swings, standout plays, and a moment that could define the season’s finish.

Sam Darnold steps into a high-stakes Week 18 moment as the Seahawks square off with a division rival. A potential No. 1 seed hangs in the balance, and teammates say this rare opportunity could rewrite the quarterback’s story—and the Seahawks’ postseason fate.

Cam Coleman’s looming transfer-portal decision puts Auburn’s new coaching era to the test. With the offense chasing playmakers and the market for elite receivers red-hot, the off-season stakes could reshape the Tigers’ trajectory.

Marcus Freeman pledges to guide Notre Dame through 2026, a move that’s turning heads as NFL suitors circle. A reshaped contract and a renewed vision set the stage for a high-stakes push toward a championship run.

Former USC defensive mastermind D’Anton Lynn is headed back to his alma mater to take charge of Penn State’s defense. After a rocky stretch for the Nittany Lions and a season of strategic reshuffles, this coaching shift promises a fresh blueprint—and a new chapter for both programs.

NC Central hits the road for a non-conference showdown with Penn State that could swing the momentum for both programs. The Eagles are chasing a breakthrough on the road, while the Nittany Lions look to ride home-court advantage. Expect a grind-it-out clash where a few standout performances could tilt the outcome.

Cam Coleman—a 6-foot-3, 197-pound playmaker from Auburn—is entering the transfer portal, and Oklahoma’s receiving corps could be in line for a major upgrade. With a proven ability to stretch the field and create big plays, he could be the game-changing addition the Sooners are seeking for next season.

Notre Dame’s Marcus Freeman is reshaping the coaching carousel with a bold, year-defining move. At 39, he’s locking in a landmark extension through 2031 while NFL interest—including from the Giants—continues to swirl. As the pro and college worlds watch the next dominoes fall, Freeman’s decision adds a fresh twist to an already buzzing offseason.

Veteran referee Anthony Backhouse takes charge as Ipswich Town head to Coventry City in the final match of 2025. With a long EFL track record and a reputation for steady control, the clash promises to be a closely watched end-of-year showdown.

St. Louis legend Ricky Proehl steps back onto the sidelines as head coach of the Battlehawks, bringing a storied career and deep city ties to the role. His return promises renewed energy and a fresh chapter for the team this season.

With the February 5 trade deadline looming, Anthony Davis’s next destination may hinge on his own consent amid a tangle of contract talks and injury concerns. As interest from contenders grows and discussions stay tentative, a high-stakes move could redefine Dallas’s championship trajectory.