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Yahoo
6 days ago
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ESPN's FPI Predicts Who Will Have Most Wins in College Football
ESPN's FPI Predicts Who Will Have Most Wins in College Football originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Ohio State climbed back up the mountain during the 2024 college football season, winning its first national title in a decade. Advertisement The Buckeyes ran the table in the College Football Playoff after losing to the Michigan Wolverines to end the regular season. They're a top favorite to go back-to-back this upcoming season, but will have stiff competition. According to ESPN's FPI, the Texas Longhorns and the Buckeyes are projected to have the country's most wins (10.4). Texas Longhorns QB Arch Miron-Imagn Images The Longhorns will turn to Arch Manning at quarterback for the 2025 season after he sat behind Quinn Ewers for the previous two seasons. Ewers led the Longhorns to the CFP in back-to-back seasons before being selected by the Miami Dolphins in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Advertisement Despite sitting behind Ewers for two seasons, Manning still got some playing time, especially during the 2024 season. He played in 10 games, finishing with 939 yards through the air, nine touchdowns, and two interceptions. He will get the start when the Longhorns open the 2025 season in Columbus against the Buckeyes on August 30. College GameDay will also be present for that contest. The Longhorns will also return other key players, including linebacker Anthony Hill Jr., edge rusher Collin Simmons, and running back CJ Baxter. Baxter missed the entire 2024 campaign with a torn ACL and LCL in his right knee but was productive in 2023, finishing with 659 rushing yards and five touchdowns off 138 carries. Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian will be in his fifth season as head coach when the 2025 season starts in August. He has compiled a 38-17 overall record in his first four seasons at the helm. Related: Arch Manning Honors His Commitment to Ryan Wingo With Heartfelt Gesture This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
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Disturbing Details Emerge Regarding Quinn Ewers' Injury at Texas
Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers experienced a crushing end to his college football career, losing in the semi-finals to the national champion Ohio State Buckeyes, and looking hurt in the process. Truth came out about his injury, as he was interviewed by former five-year NFL backup quarterback Kurt Benkert. Advertisement In their sit down, Ewers told Benkert that he was playing with a grade three ankle sprain, something that is not supposed to be played football on. Something that clearly affected him in the end of his collegiate career at Texas, and perhaps something that hindered his draft status as he fell to the seventh round, where the Miami Dolphins selected him. Former Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn E. Martinez/American-Statesman / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Certainly disturbing details surrounding his situation, as fans around the sport saw a less mobile version of Ewers that we have been used to seeing during his time with the Longhorns. After a rough end for Ewers, he is healthy and starting his next steps as a professional quarterback in Miami, Florida. After going viral on Jon Gruden's QB Class with his praise on Ewers' ability and knowledge of throwing the football, he now enters his next stage. Advertisement The coming weeks and months will be big for his development, and now that he is healthy, can show the Dolphins who they really got as a potential steal in the NFL Draft. He was recently spotted at the NFL Players Association Rookie Premiere event sporting his new number for the Dolphins, as he will be wearing the No. 14 for Mike McDaniel's team this season. A potential story to watch will be how he plays in camp and in the pre-season, and barring injury to star quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, playing time in the regular season as well. Related: Quinn Ewers Gets First Look at Official Dolphins Jersey Related: Texas Lands Four-Star DB on Friday
Yahoo
01-06-2025
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Paul Finebaum Drops Huge Endorsement on Texas Phenom Arch Manning
Paul Finebaum Drops Huge Endorsement on Texas Phenom Arch Manning originally appeared on Athlon Sports. College football analyst Paul Finebaum has ignited a firestorm of excitement among Texas Longhorns fans with a bold prediction about quarterback Arch Manning. Advertisement In a recent statement highlighted by Inside Texas on X, Finebaum declared, 'I think he's going to be the best quarterback at Texas since Colt McCoy.' The endorsement, paired with an image of Manning in a burnt orange shirt gripping a football, has sent ripples through the college football community as the young star continues to rise. Manning, a freshman sensation and scion of the legendary Manning family, has already shown flashes of brilliance. With 939 passing yards, 9 touchdowns, and a stellar 87.5 QBR, his stats speak volumes. Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning.© Brett Davis-Imagn Images His breakout performance against the UTSA Roadrunners—where he completed 9 of 12 passes, threw four touchdowns, and added a 67-yard rushing score—proved he's ready for the spotlight. Advertisement Finebaum's comparison to Colt McCoy, a Texas icon who led the Longhorns from 2006 to 2009 and ranks second all-time in FBS quarterback wins, sets a lofty benchmark for the young signal-caller. However, the statement has sparked debate. Some fans on X argue that Finebaum overlooks Quinn Ewers, who guided Texas to a 33-10 record over the last three seasons, including a 2023 Big 12 title and back-to-back College Football Playoff semifinals. Despite the skepticism, Manning's raw talent and pedigree suggest he could indeed redefine Texas football. As the Longhorns face tougher challenges ahead, all eyes will be on Manning to prove Finebaum right. Related: Former Longhorns Scottie Scheffler and Jordan Spieth Vying for Win in Same Tournament This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 1, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
30-05-2025
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NFL Draft Summer Scouting Report: Michael Taaffe, SAF, Texas
NFL Draft Summer Scouting Report: Michael Taaffe, SAF, Texas Summer is here, and it is everyone's favorite time of the year, scouting time. Every year, we do Summer Scouting to preview college football for Bucs fans, but also give them an idea of names to follow and watch in the fall as needs pop up for Tampa Bay. Are we going to write about quarterbacks? You know it, but why? Because other NFL teams will draft them, just as they will draft every other position. It all matters whether these players end up on the Bucs, the Bears, or the Steelers. We write these so Bucs fans can be the most informed fans. So if you are still with us, enjoy our latest Summer Scouting report as we prepare you for the Fall. Player Information Player: Michael Taaffe School: Texas Height/Weight: 6-0/195 lbs. Player Background - 0-Star Recruit - Second-Team All-State DB in High School - 5th Generation Texas Longhorn in his family - Intercepted Quinn Ewers in State Title Game in High School - Committed to Rice but decided to walk on to Texas Career Stats Heading into the 2025 Season - 152 tackles - 10 Tackles for Loss - 2 Sacks - 5 Interceptions Notable PFF Numbers Heading into the 2025 Season - 68.9 PFF Run Grade - 67.5 PFF Coverage Grade - 19% Missed Tackle Rate - 32 Defensive Stops - 10 Pass Breakups Player Traits - Good closing speed on ball carriers - Can make tackles in the open field - Fluid in change of direction due to hip and footwork ability - Excellent ball skills - Above average coverage ability Player Summary Another fun safety prospect in this class is Michael Taaffe. The Texas defensive back has shown he can be rangy, a playmaker, and a disruptor on a defense that arrived in the SEC with questions surrounding it. He helped them get acclimated quickly, and they showed they could play with the big boys, and Taafe was a major reason for that. He can be just as impactful in the pass game, as he is in the run, which makes him one of the better defenders in college football, no one is talking about.
Fox Sports
30-05-2025
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Big Noon Saturday: Top storylines to watch for in four must-see matchups
You know college football season is just around the corner when kickoff dates are set. On Thursday, FOX Sports announced a couple of high-profile matchups that will appear in the "Big Noon Saturday" slot this season. Week 1 begins with the ultimate opening-weekend showdown between Texas and Ohio State, which will likely be a preseason top-five matchup at The Horseshoe. In Week 2, Iowa visits Iowa State in the annual Cy-Hawk Trophy rivalry on Sept. 6. In Week 3, defending Big Ten champion Oregon visits Northwestern on Sept. 13. And then, the final week of the regular season, "Big Noon Saturday" will be live from Ann Arbor for "The Game" between Michigan and Ohio State. The Buckeyes are the reigning national champions, but can they end the Wolverines' winning streak in this rivalry? Here is a look at what to watch for in those matchups: Week 1: Texas at Ohio State (Aug. 30 on FOX) After waiting patiently on the bench for two years, it's finally Arch Manning's turn to be the starting quarterback at Texas. He offers a different skill set from his predecessor, Quinn Ewers, which will inevitably open up the playbook for coach Steve Sarkisian. But while the Longhorns are set at QB, Ohio State is not. There's a battle brewing in Columbus between Julian Sayin and Lincoln Kienholz, while true freshman Tavien St. Clair is waiting in the wings. Don't be surprised if we don't know who comes out on top until these teams are running out of their respective tunnels on Aug. 30. Of course, there's plenty more intrigue surrounding this game. It's a Cotton Bowl rematch – the Buckeyes beat the Longhorns in the College Football Playoff semifinal in January to book their trip to the national championship, which they won. And while plenty of star players have moved on to the NFL from both teams, there are plenty of guys returning who played in that game. Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith and safety Caleb Downs are widely considered to be the best offensive and defensive players in the country this year. Texas enters this season having made consecutive CFP semifinals and is hungry to win its first national championship since Vince Young was in Austin. Sarkisian has the depth to do it, and beating Ohio State on the road to open the season would be a nice early résumé booster. Ohio State, meanwhile, might look different than it did a year ago, but Ryan Day still has a strong roster that could make a CFP run. Week 2: Iowa at Iowa State (Sept. 6 on FOX) Last year, Iowa State kicker Kyle Konrardy nailed a 54-yard field goal with five seconds left to lift his team to a 20-19 win over rival Iowa at Kinnick Stadium. So, it's safe to say that the Hawkeyes will be seeking revenge in this year's Cy-Hawk game. For the Cyclones, Rocco Becht is back at quarterback after a solid sophomore year. He completed 59% of his passes for 3,505 yards and 25 touchdowns with nine interceptions last season. He was rumored to be interested in transferring to Tennessee this offseason, but then publicly stated his commitment to the Cyclones. Becht helped lead the team to a historic 11-3 record which culminated in a trip to the Big 12 championship game – the program's second-ever appearance. Though they were embarrassed by Arizona State, 45-19, Matt Campbell's team responded a few weeks later by defeating then-No. 13 Miami, 42-41, in the Pop-Tarts Bowl. Becht was named MVP. Meanwhile, Iowa has a new QB this year in South Dakota State transfer Mark Gronowski, who comes to Iowa City as a two-time FCS national champion. He had shoulder surgery this offseason, but told reporters in April that he's recovering and expects to be "100 percent" and ready to go by June 1. Elsewhere on the roster, the Hawkeyes are working to reload after losing a chunk of starters from both sides of the ball. This includes replacing last year's Big Ten leading rusher, Kaleb Johnson (now with the Pittsburgh Steelers), who ran for 1,537 yards and 21 touchdowns in 2024. Keep an eye on sophomore Kamari Moulton to be that guy. Oregon at Northwestern (Sept. 13 on FOX) The most intriguing part of Oregon's team will be how quarterback Dante Moore progresses in his first year as the Ducks' starter. Moore, who transferred from UCLA ahead of last season, sat on the bench all of 2024 while learning under Heisman Trophy finalist Dillon Gabriel. It will help him to have various offensive weapons, including Florida State transfer receiver Malik Benson, which will soften the blow of losing Tez Johnson to the NFL. Oregon also has the fifth-best transfer class, according to 247 Sports. Quarterback is also one of the more interesting storylines for Northwestern with the arrival of SMU transfer Preston Stone. He was the Mustangs' starter to begin last season until he lost his job to Kevin Jennings, who led the program to the CFP. Stone stayed at SMU through the playoff, however, and brings that experience to a Wildcats' offense that struggled mightily last season, ranking 130 out of 134 teams. On the other side of the ball, Moore will have to keep an eye out for defensive end Aidan Hubbard, who has 13 sacks and 16.5 tackles for loss in three seasons. Ohio State at Michigan (Nov. 29 on FOX) Ohio State might have won the national championship last year, but they have also lost four straight years to archrival Michigan. And while there's a contingent of fans who are happy the Buckeyes won a title, there's another that won't be satisfied until they beat the Wolverines again. Last year was the year to do it – Michigan's roster was depleted after winning the national championship, while Ohio State had NFL-ready talent delay going pro just to come back to Columbus in order to win The Game and a national title. This year, the programs are more evenly matched and both will have new starting QBs. At Michigan, early signs point to No.1-ranked recruit Bryce Underwood. He will be coached by new offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey, who worked with Drake Maye at North Carolina. At Ohio State, all eyes are on Sayin and Kienholz, and their new OC, Brian Hartline. Both teams have to reload defensively, though both have bright spots in the secondary. Ohio State has Downs, while Michigan has Rod Moore, who returns after missing all of last season with a knee injury. Laken Litman covers college football, college basketball and soccer for FOX Sports. She previously wrote for Sports Illustrated, USA Today and The Indianapolis Star. 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