Mike Elko Pushes Back on Expanded CFP, “We Don’t Need to Be NCAA Basketball”

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Mike Elko Pushes Back on Expanded CFP, “We Don’t Need to Be NCAA Basketball”

Mike Elko said the college football playoff format shouldn’t mirror March Madness, stressing “the importance of the regular season” must remain. He added “we don’t need to be NCAA basketball,” noting the sport’s appeal lies in meaningful late-season games “that people lose,” while acknowledging more data is needed to find the right balance.

By Shubham Bhargav

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NCAA Contemplates Changes to Eligibility Rules After Donald Trump’s Executive Order

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NCAA Contemplates Changes to Eligibility Rules After Donald Trump’s Executive Order

The governing body is considering changes that would include: 1). Creating a five-year window of eligibility for all college athletes, beginning from their 19th birthday or their high school graduation, whichever comes first. 2). Eliminating many existing exceptions to athletic eligibility, including redshirts and waivers. The provisions are set to be discussed next week by the NCAA’s Division I cabinet.


By Nidheesh Kumar

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Fran Brown Hypes Physical Spring Game, Calls for Citywide Support

Syracuse HC Brown urged fans and local businesses to show up, saying “we want every single business to be at the game,” adding “expect us to go out there and compete, we like contact.” He also teased new chants, a unique game format, and a special guest joining him on the field. Syracuse will play their annual AmeriCU Spring Game on April 11.

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Tom Brady Uses Nick Saban Example to Deliver Powerful Message to Football Teams

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Tom Brady Uses Nick Saban Example to Deliver Powerful Message to Football Teams

In his newsletter, Brady highlighted Saban’s message: “It’s the human condition to be average. It’s the human condition to survive, to get along.” He added, “Championship teams don’t settle for average,” and emphasized, “They pursue excellence, they pursue greatness.” Brady closed with, “They don’t just want to survive, they want to thrive,” underlining a winning mindset for teams.




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NIL vs. NFL: Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik Lead 2026 First-Round QB Class

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NIL vs. NFL: Garrett Nussmeier, Cade Klubnik Lead 2026 First-Round QB Class

Caleb Downs leads defensive prospects with $2.4M NIL, projected as a top-10 pick. Garrett Nussmeier ($3.7M), Cade Klubnik ($3.4M), and Drew Allar ($3.1M) headline first-round QB talent. Jeremiah Smith tops all at $4.2M but isn’t draft-eligible until 2027, highlighting NIL dominance alongside rising draft stock across positions. The 2026 Draft will start on April 23.

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Sean Tatum Commits to Miami, Tops Florida as Sunshine State’s No. 1 IOL

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Sean Tatum Commits to Miami, Tops Florida as Sunshine State’s No. 1 IOL

Four-star IOL Sean Tatum committed to Miami over Florida. The 6’4, 325-pound lineman is ranked the top interior offensive lineman in the state, per Rivals. Tatum announced, “all thanks to the man above,” as the Hurricanes secure a major in-state win in the trenches. Tatum ranks No. 170-232 nationally and No. 8-13 IOL in the 2027 class per 247Sports.

By Shubham Bhargav

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