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One of college football’s biggest offseason stories is finally coming to an end. In an unexpected turn of events, the Texas Tech Red Raiders and Brendan Sorsby have mutually agreed to part ways. Sorsby will now enter the Supplemental NFL…
If there’s someone who preaches leadership, toughness, and winning football games, it’s Ryan Day. But if you listened to him at Ohio State’s All-Pro Dad event this week, you’d find none of those things sit at the top of his priority list. His most important job title is much simpler and that’s being a dad. […] The post Ryan Day Opens Up on Painful Childhood Experience That Shaped His Parenting appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Brendan Sorsby saga has taken yet another dramatic turn, and this one might finally bring the story to a close. After months of court battles, conference backlash, and endless debate over eligibility, Texas Tech and their million-dollar transfer QB have decided to go their separate ways. The biggest development came Monday when On3’s Pete […] The post Texas Tech Parts Ways With Brendan Sorsby After Big 12 Files Legal Complaint in Federal Court appeared first on EssentiallySports .
South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers is officially the face of the Gamecocks’ new era. By turning down an $8 million transfer portal offer from another school to stay loyal to Columbia, word is, the junior QB just landed an exclusive personal deal with global sporting pioneer, Nike. On June 16, Yahoo Sports reported that after […] The post SEC QB and His Teammates Sign NIL Deal With Nike as Program Sets for $77.5M Switch appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Despite a judge restoring his collegiate eligibility with a temporary injunction after he was declared ineligible for gambling, Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is reportedly headed to the NFL.
Even after a Texas judge ruled Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby was eligible to return to college football, Sorsby is reportedly planning to make a 2026 run at the NFL anyway. Per insider Tom Pelissero, Sorsby is applying to be eligible for the 2026 NFL Supplemental Draft. June 22nd was the deadline for Sorsby to […]
Texas Tech is currently embroiled in the aftermath of the Brendan Sorsby court verdict, with its own conference pursuing the legal route against Joey McGuire’s team. However, not long ago, the program was in the news with how it reacted when Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian called out their easy schedule and suggested his 2s […] The post “Sometimes You Hurt People’s Feelings”: Steve Sarkisian Responds To Criticism After Viral Comments Knocking Texas Tech appeared first on EssentiallySports .
New Jersey commit Ryan Wooten Jr isn't the only cornerback coming to BYU from the 2027 class, as former Fresno State commit Demichael Burks has flipped to Kalani Sitake's program, boosting the Cougars' already exceptional secondary for years to come.
In a move that surprised no one, 4-Star linebacker Amarri Irvin announced that he has flipped his commitment from Notre Dame to Penn State. Irvin had been committed to Notre Dame since November, but this spring he started to look around for one reason or another. First it was a visit to Missouri with some […]
Justin Lebron's Alabama career came to an end on Monday, but his impact on the program will continue to pay dividends into the future.
Dick Strahm, a 2004 NFF College Football Hall of Fame inductee who coached at Findlay (OH) from 1975-98 while leading the Oilers to four national titles, passed away June 9. He was 92.
Well, it’s another day and it’s another former Penn State commit flipping his commitment elsewhere. Last week, it was three-star corners Semajay Robinson and Zachary Gleason flipping to UVA and West Virginia. Today, it was four-star Tennessee wide receiver Jamir Dean flipping to Georgia. Penn State landed a commitment from Dean on May 1, but […]
LSU football is stacking College Football Recruiting wins with Lane Kiffin now at the helm. Including preventing cornerback recruit Markez Davis from landing with Texas Tech. Now the Tigers boosted the trenches in beating Auburn, Rutgers and Tennessee for Terrance Smith. The standout from Lansdale Catholic in Pennsylvania confirmed his decision to Hayes Fawcett of […] The post 4-star IOL picks LSU over Auburn, Rutgers and Tennessee appeared first on ClutchPoints .
After Ole Miss’ former HC Lane Kiffin bolted for the LSU Tigers, the Rebels handed the reins to Pete Golding in hopes of avoiding the usual first-year turbulence. But despite the coaching transition, Ole Miss has already suffered a recruiting setback, with a pledged in-state prospect flipping his commitment to a Big 12 program. Corderro […] The post Pete Golding’s Ole Miss Loses 325lb Commit to Struggling Big 12 Program appeared first on EssentiallySports .
USC Football has been dominating on the college football recruiting trail. The Trojans recently landed four-star safety Gavin Williams for the class of 2027, beating out Notre Dame and UCLA. Now, USC has landed a linebacker over Duke, Boston College, and UCF, according to Hayes Fawcett of Rivals. Dylan Wafle has committed to USC, committing […] The post 2027 LB joins brother at USC over Duke, UCF interest appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The news comes hours after the Big 12 sued Texas Tech.
Joshua Vilmael, a composite 4* defensive back out of Richmond, Texas, and William B. Travis High School, committed to the Kansas State coaching staff this morning. Vilmael, listed at 6’2”, 185 pounds, is currently ranked as the 307th best player in the 2027 class, the 35th best cornerback, and the 44th best player coming out […]
Lansdale, Pennsylvania, offensive lineman Terrance Smith has committed to LSU. Smith chose the Tigers over Rutgers, Tennessee, and Auburn. Smith is a 4-star offensive lineman who projects as a guard at the collegiate level. He is ranked as the No. 10 offensive lineman in the country and a Top-150 prospect overall. Smith possesses good size […]
While Texas football head coach Steve Sarkisian will lead the program into the 2026 season to improve after a relatively disappointing campaign, he has once again given his thoughts on the College Football Playoff (CFP) expansion. As the Texas football head coach in Sarkisian has spoken about the expanded CFP field before, and he continues […] The post Texas football’s Steve Sarkisian keeps pushing back on rabid CFP expansion talks appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Shane Steichen NOT on Colts hot seat! IU will play UNC in exhibition! Tom Izzo furious with MSU!
Texas Tech football surely expected outrage and insults to flood social media after it successfully fought for Brendan Sorsby’s eligibility, but the program has been working hard to avoid sanctions. Texas attorney general Ken Paxton wrote a letter to Big 12 brass that was intended to ward off any penalties or legal action. The league […] The post Big 12 board releases statement after calling for Texas Tech-Brendan Sorsby sanctions appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Indiana Football was dominant in 2025, going undefeated and winning the National Championship. Heading into 2026, Indiana will be a favorite to win it all again. Still, Indiana has a lot to replace. Not only is Fernando Mendoza gone, but so are Omar Cooper Jr. and Elijah Surrat. Those two receivers combined for 134 receptions […] The post Indiana takes 2 spots on expert’s top 10 WR list appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Philadelphia Eagles have already lost one star player ahead of the 2026 season in wide receiver A.J. Brown. Can they afford to lose another? If that another player’s name is quarterback Jalen Hurts, then perhaps not. But over the past few months, reports have suggested that Philadelphia and its Super Bowl-winning quarterback could be […] The post Jalen Hurts’ Eagles Future Faces Fresh Doubt as QB Reportedly Felt Unsupported During Difficult Stretch appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The on-field action has dwindled for the Wisconsin Badgers, as we now await Fall camp in the summer before the season starts. Of course, that doesn’t mean that it isn’t busy. Instead, the Badgers have had quite the month when it comes to high school recruiting, closing on their targets at an exceptional rate in […]
Barcelona met with Jan Virgili’s agents on Monday to discuss transfer plans for the forward ahead of the opening of the summer transfer window. Virgili has been linked with a return to Barcelona this season and does look set to move after Real Mallorca were relegated. According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona have a few options […]
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