Updated ranking of the top 100 players in the college football transfer portal
We adjusted our ranking after removing former No. 1 player Brendan Sorsby.
Texas A&M adds to blue-chip haul with LB Allen
LB Mikahi Allen marks the latest addition to the Aggies star-studded 2027 recruiting class, which reaches mid-July at No. 1 in ESPN's class rankings with 17 SC Next 300 commits.
Tide lands top in-state QB prospect for 2028
Alabama has secured the commitment of top in-state QB prospect Kingston Preyear, the No. 3 pocket passer in ESPN's 2028 recruiting class.
2027 recruiting class rankings: Oregon continues to rise
These schools are setting the pace as the recruiting race heats up.
Ranking college football's top coaches: Can Curt Cignetti win this title too?
Our reporters make -- and defend -- their picks for the coaches they'd want to lead their team.
Bill Connelly's conference previews: Breaking down all 138 FBS teams
From the SEC and Big Ten to the Sun Belt and MAC, we have projections, predictions and players to watch.
What if the SEC misses the title game (again) and the BIG 10 wins ANOTHER national title? What if Arch Manning struggles, Lane Kiffin and LSU BEAT Ole Miss and Jeremiah Smith wins the Heisman? McElroy tackles some of the biggest ‘what if’s’ heading into the 2026 season including if a Group of 6 team can win a college football playoff game, if money CAN buy a national championship and what if everything goes chalk in September?
What if the SEC misses the title game (again) and the BIG 10 wins ANOTHER national title? What if Arch Manning struggles, Lane Kiffin and LSU BEAT Ole Miss and Jeremiah Smith wins the Heisman? McElroy tackles some of the biggest ‘what if’s’ heading into the 2026 season including if a Group of 6 team can win a college football playoff game, if money CAN buy a national championship and what if everything goes chalk in September? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The world is watching -- and loving -- wiener dogs racing at the Starkville Derby
The "world's largest wiener dog race" has drawn hundreds of dogs, thousands of spectators and international attention to the small town of Starkville, Mississippi.
Five-star analysis: Oregon lands two five-stars in two days
There are 23 five-star players in the class, and we scout each one's game for the next level.
100 numbers, 100 debates: The best at every number in CFB history
ESPN's college football staff spent the past few months determining the best player ever for every jersey number.
5-star CB Joshua Dobson chooses South Carolina
South Carolina landed five-star cornerback Joshua Dobson, the top uncommitted prospect in the SC Next 300, gave his pledge to the Gamecocks.
Hour 2: ‘What’s More Likely,’ plus The Ringer’s Todd McShay Talks Sorsby & ’27 NFL Draft QB Class
The Ringer’s Todd McShay and Rich discuss Brendan Sorsby’s NFL future following his NCAA gambling scandal and subsequent settlement with the league that will allow him to be drafted next year with no threat of a looming suspension, break down what’s shaping up to be one of the best quarterback classes in decades, what Michigan QB Bryce Underwood must improve upon this year, and shares his favorite stories from covering past NFL Drafts with ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. In ‘What’s More Likely,’ Rich weighs in on the USMNT’s World Cup outlook, Argentina star Lionel Messi, France’ Kylian M’bappe, Rams DE Myles Garrett, the Saints, Dolphins, LeBron James and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The weight of being the preseason #1 team is very heavy. In 76 years of the AP poll there is only ONE team that started #1 and stayed that way throughout the entire season and won a National Championship - that was Florida State in 1999. While the CFP has given more leeway for the top ranked teams it’s still a big target on your back to start the season. So who deserves to be ranked #1 in the preseason? McElroy makes the case for and against Texas, Ohio State, Notre Dame, Oregon, Miami, Indiana and Georgia all to be the preseason #1 ranked team.
The weight of being the preseason #1 team is very heavy. In 76 years of the AP poll there is only ONE team that started #1 and stayed that way throughout the entire season and won a National Championship - that was Florida State in 1999. While the CFP has given more leeway for the top ranked teams it’s still a big target on your back to start the season. So who deserves to be ranked #1 in the preseason? McElroy makes the case for and against Texas, Ohio State, Notre Dame, Oregon, Miami, Indiana and Georgia all to be the preseason #1 ranked team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
McFarland, ESPN's No. 3 WR, chooses Texas A&M
Five-star wide receiver Eric McFarland, a 5-foot-8, 180-pound class of 2027 player from Florida's IMG Academy who is ranked third by ESPN at his position, chose Texas A&M on Sunday, selecting the Aggies over offers from Florida, Georgia and Tennessee.
ESPN 300 wideout Gayles chooses Crimson Tide
Alabama's thin 2027 recruiting class received a needed jolt Saturday when the Crimson Tide secured a commitment from four-star pass receiver Osani Gayles.
Chambliss pushes back on Kiffin's recruiting take
Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss on Friday took issue with first-year LSU coach Lane Kiffin's recent comments that Ole Miss' past embrace of Confederate symbols made recruiting Black players more difficult.
Tennessee DE Coleman medically disqualified
Tennessee edge Chaz Coleman is no longer with the program after being medically disqualified.
SC Next ESPN 300: How Elite 11 and summer evals changed the 2027 rankings
QBs made some significant moves up the rankings and a new five-star player further adds to Texas A&M's class.
Lawrence, touted 2028 QB, commits to Longhorns
Neimann Lawrence, ESPN's No. 2 dual-threat passer in the 2028 cycle, announced his commitment to Texas on Thursday night, choosing the Longhorns over Miami, Michigan, Notre Dame and Texas A&M.
'27 Draft Class Sneak Peek
Dan Graziano is joined by Field Yates and Jeremy Fowler. The crew will break down the latest from Tight End University including how George Kittle and the San Francisco 49ers will rebound from injury this season. Plus, a discussion on incoming rookies and a preview of what's to come for the 2027 NFL Draft class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: Which Lane?
Blake Toppmeyer of USA Today joins Paul to talk about his recent piece on Lane Kiffin going into "Ghost" Mode, as the off-season continues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ranking college football's best defenders, from game wreckers to shutdown corners
Whittling the list of the top pass rushers, linebackers and secondary men down to 10 was no easy task.
What if the SEC has a really bad start in non-conference play to open the season? What if Indiana drops three games or Penn State wins 10? What if Notre Dame finally breaks through for their first National Title since 1988 and what if USC finishes UNDER 8 wins in year five under Lincoln Riley? What if the BIG 12 is a two bid league and what if the college football playoff gets even messier in November? McElroy tackles some of the biggest ‘what if’s’ heading into the 2026 season.
What if the SEC has a really bad start in non-conference play to open the season? What if Indiana drops three games or Penn State wins 10? What if Notre Dame finally breaks through for their first National Title since 1988 and what if USC finishes UNDER 8 wins in year five under Lincoln Riley? What if the BIG 12 is a two bid league and what if the college football playoff gets even messier in November? McElroy tackles some of the biggest ‘what if’s’ heading into the 2026 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Can Georgia (or another SEC team) get its national title swagger back?
Three seasons have passed without a championship from the SEC, but as always, there are plenty of contenders.
Greg McElroy breaks down who has the most elite pass catching units in college football knowing the Ohio State is Wide Receiver U until further notice. Will Miami be even better than last year with Malachi Toney & Cooper Barkate, can Trey’Dez Green and a group of transfers get LSU to the next level and does Indiana with Charlie Becker and Nick Marsh have the best WR duo in the BIG 10? Can Moore and Wesco improve the Clemson offense, how great can Texas be with Wingo and Cam Coleman and if the Oregon WR’s stay healthy will the Ducks have one of the most dangerous pass catching units in the country?
Greg McElroy breaks down who has the most elite pass catching units in college football knowing the Ohio State is Wide Receiver U until further notice. Will Miami be even better than last year with Malachi Toney & Cooper Barkate, can Trey’Dez Green and a group of transfers get LSU to the next level and does Indiana with Charlie Becker and Nick Marsh have the best WR duo in the BIG 10? Can Moore and Wesco improve the Clemson offense, how great can Texas be with Wingo and Cam Coleman and if the Oregon WR’s stay healthy will the Ducks have one of the most dangerous pass catching units in the country? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices