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NCAA Opens Pathway for 5-7 Teams to Play in Bowl Games

The NCAA's football oversight committee voted Thursday to adopt a proposal that allows conferences the flexibility to choose a 5-7 team that has met certain academic standards to fill bowl game opportunities if there aren't enough other deserving teams. The team must meet the minimum 930 multiyear Academic Progress Rate to be eligible to participate in the postseason.

By Nidheesh Kumar

about 3 hours ago

30 Former Ohio State Football Players Join Richard Strauss Abuse Lawsuit

30 former Ohio State Buckeyes football players, including ex-captains and former NFL veterans, have joined the sexual abuse lawsuit against Ohio State University over misconduct by former team doctor Richard Strauss. The new plaintiffs say they were abused during Strauss’ time at the university, where investigators later concluded he assaulted at least 177 male students between 1978 and 1998.

By Sauvik Banerjee

about 3 hours ago

Multiple UNC Football Players Cited For Speeding, Reckless Driving

At least five North Carolina Tar Heels football players have reportedly received speeding citations since January, including reckless driving allegations and speeds over 100 mph. The report also cited repeated parking violations and misuse of handicap spaces. The latest issues add to growing scrutiny surrounding the program during Bill Belichick’s first season at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

By Sauvik Banerjee

about 6 hours ago

University of Michigan Turns $20 Million OpenAI Investment Into $2 Billion Windfall

University of Michigan has turned its $20 million OpenAI investment into an expected $2 billion windfall with the company's planned IPO later this year, per new filings. This success comes as the school's endowment continues to aggressively pour money into artificial intelligence, with multiple commitments to funds led by Sam Altman.

By Sauvik Banerjee

about 6 hours ago

Cardinals Sign First-Round RB Jeremiyah Love To Rookie Deal

The Cardinals officially signed first-round RB Jeremiyah Love to his rookie contract on Friday. The four-year deal is worth more than $53 million guaranteed, the highest guaranteed total currently attached to any running back contract in the NFL. Love starred at University of Notre Dame, leading the nation in rushing touchdowns and offensive touchdowns during his final two college seasons.

By Sauvik Banerjee

about 7 hours ago

Colorado and Other Teams Decline Big 12’s $30 Million Private Capital Offer

University of Colorado Boulder joined several other Big 12 Conference schools in declining a proposed $30 million line of credit tied to the league’s partnership with RedBird Capital and Weatherford Capital. Schools reportedly viewed the nearly 10% interest rate as too steep, despite growing financial pressure in college athletics, as universities continue evaluating how private equity could shape the future.

By Sauvik Banerjee

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