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Central Florida head coach Gus Malzahn looks on as players warm up before an NCAA college football game against Cincinnati, Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, file)

Central Florida head coach Gus Malzahn looks on as players warm up before an NCAA college football game against Cincinnati, Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, file)

Florida State’s Gus Malzahn, who previously led Auburn and UCF, retires from coaching at age 60

Florida State offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn is retiring from coaching. The 60-year-old Malzahn made the announcement after one season with the Seminoles.
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New Florida coach Jon Sumrall making players ‘earn the logo’ in offseason workouts

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North Texas has 52 incoming transfers for new coach Neal Brown after 12-win season

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West Virginia's Athletic Director Wren Baker, left, introduces new West Virginia football coach Rich Rodriguez during an NCAA college football news conference, Dec. 13, 2024, in Morgantown, W.Va. (Benjamin Powell/The Dominion-Post via AP, File)

Despite a returning coach, West Virginia lost dozens of players to the transfer portal

The college football transfer portal took a toll on West Virginia. The Mountaineers lost 40 seniors when the 2025 season ended, then saw more than 50 additional players enter the portal.
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Duke quarterback Darian Mensah looks to pass the ball against Virginia in the first half of the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game in Charlotte, N.C., Dec. 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman, File)

QB Darian Mensah joins Miami Hurricanes after legal battle with Duke

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Colorado head coach Deion Sanders stands on the sidelines during the first half of an NCAA college football game Nov. 1, 2025, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)

Late to practice? That’s $500 as Deion Sanders institutes bigger fines for violating team rules

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Indiana holds the trophy after their win against Miami in the College Football Playoff national championship game, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Indiana’s title defense will feature back-to-back matchups with Ohio State and Michigan

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Penn State interim head coach Terry Smith, right, shakes ands with Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney after the Pinstripe Bowl NCAA college football game at Yankee Stadium, Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Clemson’s Dabo Swinney alleges tampering by Ole Miss’ Pete Golding and calls for reforms

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Indiana holds the trophy after their win against Miami in the College Football Playoff national championship game, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

College Football Playoff to remain at 12 teams after SEC and Big Ten fail to agree on expansion

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  1. 2026 Big 12 football schedule features Notre Dame-BYU, 2 games in Europe and 9 league games per team

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College football traditions
In this Aug. 26, 2018, file photo, Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh leads his players and fans in singing "Hail to the Victors" after a practice session by the NCAA college football team at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich..(AP Photo/Tony Ding, File)

Fight songs still ring true as college football tradition in face of ever-changing changes in sport

College football fight songs have stood the test of time, remaining a nostalgic part of the game. From “Rocky Top” at Tennessee to “Fight On” at USC, these tunes unite fans and spark debates about which ones are best.
 
The Oklahoma Sooner Schooner and the Ruf Neks ride out onto the field following an Oklahoma touchdown over TCU during the first half of an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2013, in Norman, Okla. Oklahoma won 20-17. (AP Photo/Alonzo Adams, File)

Oklahoma’s Sooner Schooner: A mascot with a storied past and unforgettable moments

 
Ralphie VII, Colorado's new mascot, is guided by handlers during the animal's ceremonial run before the second half of an NCAA college football game against Wyoming Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

From Ralphie to Uga, live animal mascots inspire fans and create deep connections with their teams

 
North Dakota State receiver Trevor Gebhartcarries the Dakota Marker off the field, trailed by teammate Zac Johnson, right, following the team's 37-17 victory over South Dakota State in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 1, 2014, in Fargo, N.D. (AP Photo/Bruce Crummy, File)

Origin stories behind the trophies heighten college football rivalry games on the smaller stage

 
In this Oct. 9, 2010, file photo, Ohio State's band performs "Script Ohio" before an NCAA college football game against Indiana in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete, File)

How the 89-year-old tradition of Script Ohio and dotting the i defines Ohio State and its band

 
Tailgating traditions run deep in college football
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Dotting the i defines Ohio State and its band
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A new top five in the AP Top 25 after key upsets and lopsided wins
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How Garth Brooks, The Killers and Tom Petty became stars of college football Saturdays

 

  1. Virginia Tech sought a pregame home anthem. Metallica’s ‘Enter Sandman’ became a 25-year staple

     

  2. Tailgating traditions run deep in college football. A visit to The Grove and LSU’s Cajun feasts

     

  3. College football traditions: ‘Nebraska Nice’ fans pride themselves on being friendly to visitors

     

  4. Clemson’s Howard’s Rock, ‘Play Like a Champion Today’ signs among beloved totems in college football

     

  5. Chief Osceola and Renegade have dazzled Florida State fans with tribe’s approval for nearly 50 years

     

  6. College football traditions: ‘Hawkeye Wave’ bonds everyone in stadium with kids in adjacent hospital

     

  7. Why Texas A&M’s Midnight Yell is one of the ultimate college football traditions

     

  8. College football traditions: Pudge The Cat has everyone purring on the Bowling Green football team

     
Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith stands on the sidelines before an NFL exhibition football game against the Houston Texans, Friday, Aug. 9, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)

Ohio State hires Arthur Smith as offensive coordinator

 
American Team quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (13), of LSU, throws a pass during the first half of the Senior Bowl NCAA college football game Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, in Mobile, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Nussmeier leads 2 scoring drives as American beats National 17-9 in Senior Bowl

 
Southern California defensive coordinator Gary Patterson answers questions during a news conference on the school’s campus Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Greg Beacham)

Hall of Famer Gary Patterson feels revitalized in his coaching return as USC’s defensive coordinator

 
Roger Denny speaks after he is introduced as the new athletic director at Oklahoma during a news conference, Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, in Norman, Okla. (AP Photo/Cliff Brunt)

Roger Denny’s unusual path made him perfect candidate to become Oklahoma’s athletic director

 
Former Oklahoma halfback Clendon Thomas speaks during a news conference in New York, Dec. 6, 2011. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)

Clendon Thomas, a Hall of Fame running back for Oklahoma in the 1950s, dies at 90

 
Duke quarterback Darian Mensah (10) drops back to pass during the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game between Virginia and Duke, Dec. 6, 2025, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman, File)

Duke and QB Darian Mensah reach settlement to resolve legal fight, clearing way for his transfer

 
Indiana wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. (3) carries against Oregon during the second half of the Peach Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal, Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

Indiana receiver Omar Cooper Jr. becomes latest player from national champs to enter NFL draft

 
Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti, walks off the plane after the team arrived at the Indianapolis International Airport in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Hoosiers and their fans brave a strong winter storm to celebrate the school’s 1st national title

 
TCU head coach Gary Patterson talks to his players during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Kansas State, Oct. 30, 2021, in Manhattan, Kan. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)

Former TCU coach Gary Patterson joins Southern California as Lincoln Riley’s defensive coordinator

 
Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) runs the ball in for a 23-yard touchdown in the third quarter of the Citrus Bowl against the Wolverines at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla, Dec. 31, 2025. (Sara Diggins/Austin American-Statesman via AP)

Texas QB Arch Manning has ‘minor’ foot surgery but should return for spring practice

 
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza holds the trophy after their win against Miami in the College Football Playoff national championship game, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza officially declares for the NFL draft and could be the No. 1 pick

 
Indiana holds the trophy after their win against Miami in the College Football Playoff national championship game, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Indiana’s CFP victory over Miami averages 33.9 million viewers, most-watched game in 11 years

 
Duke quarterback Darian Mensah looks to pass the ball against Virginia in the first half of the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game in Charlotte, N.C., Dec. 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)

Judge grants Duke’s bid to block QB Darian Mensah’s transfer until Feb. 2 hearing in contract fight

 
Cincinnati quarterback Brendan Sorsby (2) throws the football during the first half an NCAA college football game, Saturday against Utah, Nov. 1, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah. (AP Photo/Tyler Tate, File)

200 FBS quarterbacks went into portal, and the best ones came out with promises of big paychecks

 
Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti, walks off the plane after the team arrived at the Indianapolis International Airport in Indianapolis, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Hoosiers receive hero’s welcome in return to Bloomington as football national champions

 
Indiana defensive lineman Mikail Kamara speaks as head coach Curt Cignetti looks on during the champions news conference after theiir win against Miami in the College Football Playoff national championship game, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Curt Cignetti built a champion at Indiana with what he knew — good players from his former school

 
Indiana quarterback Alberto Mendoza (16) walks the sidelines during the College Football Playoff national championship game against Miami, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Alberto Mendoza announces transfer from Indiana to Georgia Tech following national title

 
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart calls outnfrom the sideline in the first half of the Sugar Bowl NCAA college football playoff quarterfinal game against Mississippi in New Orleans, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Georgia’s Smart promotes Rauscher to offensive line coach as Searels moves into analyst position

 
Duke quarterback Darian Mensah looks to pass the ball against Virginia in the first half of the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game in Charlotte, N.C., Dec. 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)

Duke files a lawsuit against QB Darian Mensah to enforce his contract and block a transfer

 
Republican presidential candidate Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis laughs at the Iowa State Fair, Aug. 12, 2023, in Des Moines, Iowa. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)

DeSantis loses bet on Miami Hurricanes, owes Indiana governor key lime pie and stone crabs

 

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Indiana wide receiver Charlie Becker (80) pulls in a pass against Oregon defensive back Brandon Finney (4) during the second half of the Peach Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal, Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Fernando Mendoza headlines AP’s all-College Football Playoff team after leading Indiana to title

 
Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti holds the trophy after their win against Miami in the College Football Playoff national championship game, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

No. 1 Indiana tops final AP Top 25 football poll of season as Big Ten’s title run reaches 3 straight

 

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Diana Flores, quarterback and captain of the Mexican national flag football team, stands on the sidelines before an NFL football game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Baltimore Ravens, Sept. 22, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter, File)

QB Diana Flores hypes flag football ahead of its 2028 LA Olympics debut, now an open book on subject

 
Miami running back Mark Fletcher Jr. celebrates after scoring with quarterback Carson Beck during the second half of the College Football Playoff national championship game against Indiana, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Carson Beck on his year at Miami: ‘This university truly saved me’

 
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza celebrates after scoring against Miami during the second half of the College Football Playoff national championship game, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Fernando Mendoza’s clutch play against Miami leads undefeated Indiana to its 1st national title

 
Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti smiles after their win against Miami in the College Football Playoff national championship game, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Curt Cignetti finishes his masterpiece, coaching unbeaten Indiana to title in his 2nd season

 
Miami running back Mark Fletcher Jr. scores against Indiana during the second half of the College Football Playoff national championship game, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Mark Fletcher and Malachi Toney delivered for Miami in the CFP final. The Hurricanes fell just short

 

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