College Football Playoff 2025: Preseason bubble watch

Heather Dinich takes a look at lessons learned last year and teams in need of big wins early.

In Dan Mullen's UNLV debut, Rebels fend off Idaho State

Jai'Den Thomas scored three touchdowns, the UNLV defense authored four interceptions, and the heavily favored Rebels held off Idaho State 38-31 on Saturday in the debut of Dan Mullen, an effort the veteran coach and his new club are "going to enjoy."

Jai'Den Thomas scores 3 TDs and UNLV holds off Idaho State 38-31 in Dan Mullen's debut as coach

— Jai’Den Thomas scored three touchdowns, the UNLV defense had four interceptions and the Rebels held off Idaho State 38-31 on Saturday in the debut of Dan Mullen as their coach.

Jordan Cook finds Ian Duarte for the 64-yard TD

Ian Duarte hauls in the long pass from Jordan Cook to tie the game 24-24.

Jai'Den Thomas breaks free for a 70-yard TD

Jai'Den Thomas weaves through the Idaho State defense to give UNLV a 14-10 lead.

2025 Allstate Playoff Predictor

Select your favorite contender, make your picks for how its season will play out and see what the Allstate Playoff Predictor foretells.

Mountain West betting preview: Is Boise State still dominant without Jeanty?

Breaking down the best bets in the Mountain West conference ahead of the 2025 season, including whether to believe in Boise State.

2025 preseason College Football Playoff, bowl projections

It's August and no games have been played, but we're breaking down who will be where in December and beyond.

Ranking all 136 FBS teams in tiers

From Tier 1 to Tier 20, David Hale ranks all 136 college football program into tiers ahead of the 2025 season.

The 40 most important players in college football in 2025

From QBs on surefire CFP contenders to potential stars looking to break through, these players will shape the 2025 season.

CFP 2025: 32 teams can make the College Football Playoff

Using ESPN Analytics, Heather Dinich breaks down the 32 teams that can make the playoff.

'The best show in town': Dan Mullen wants to win in style at UNLV

After spending a few years on TV, the coach is back at the helm of a college program and looking to make a statement.

2025 Mountain West Conference college football projections, preview

The Broncos, the Group of 5 standard-bearer, reached the CFP. They might be MWC favorites, but others in the league made big moves.

Spring update of 2025 college football SP+ rankings for every FBS team

How the spring portal and other changes have impacted the numbers for the coming season.

Ranking all 136 FBS QB situations into tiers ahead of the 2025 season

From Clemson to Kennesaw State, David Hale ranks all 136 FBS school quarterbacks into tiers.

100 days until Week 0: Top storylines, games and predictions for the 2025 season

With just 100 days until Week 0, we take a look at 100 things to know ahead of the college football season.

Most interesting college football teams this spring

Questions at QB, new coaches, more pressure. We might not learn much in spring football, but these teams are facing questions.

Dan Mullen, awed by UNLV facilities, says right time for coaching return

Dan Mullen could've returned to coaching sooner, but the timing never seemed right and, regardless, he was fine remaining at ESPN giving his insights about the latest in college football.

How coaching changes affect production on offense and defense

Coaching changes might bring hope or dreams of a flashy offense. How often do those dreams meet reality? We look at the numbers.

Initial 2025 college football SP+ rankings for every FBS team

As spring camps approach, Bill Connelly looks at what the metrics tell us about which teams to watch next season.

College football 2025 returning production for all 136 FBS teams

What teams have the most (and least) coming back, and what will it all mean next season?

UNLV football player Ben Christman found dead in apartment

UNLV senior offensive lineman Ben Christman, who transferred from Kentucky after last season, was found dead in an off-campus apartment. He was 21.

100 best college football games of the 2024 season

From near fights to CFP classics, the 2024 season was the longest ever, but still delivered. Bill Connelly counts down the best games of the season.

2025 NFL draft: Eight rising prospects from the Shrine Bowl

Which draft prospects are rising the board after good weekends at the East-West Shrine Bowl? Plus, we have the latest on Shedeur Sanders.

Ranking the top 100 college football players of the 2024-25 season

We ranked the top 100 players of the 2024-25 season.

Nat'l champion Ohio State tops final AP college football poll

The national champion Ohio State Buckeyes topped the final Associated Press Top 25 college football poll of the season. Notre Dame finished No. 2 for its highest end-of-season ranking since 1993.

QB Sluka, who left UNLV over NIL dispute, headed to James Madison

Former UNLV quarterback Matthew Sluka, who led the Rebels to a 3-0 start this season before leaving the team over an NIL dispute, has transferred to James Madison.

The best of 2024 college football bowl season

Ryan McGee looks back at the fantastic plays, memorable quotes and wacky moments from this year's bowl games.

Former Michigan quarterback Alex Orji to transfer to UNLV

Former Michigan quarterback Alex Orji has committed to UNLV and new coach Dan Mullen.

2024-25 college football bowl game, CFP schedule

With the expanded playoff, the 2024-25 bowl schedule is bigger and better than ever.

Missouri adds transfer S Jalen Catalon from UNLV, source says

First-team All-Mountain West safety Jalen Catalon is transferring from UNLV to Missouri, a source confirmed to ESPN.

College football bowl season: Takeaways, MVP of the game

Our college football experts offer a takeaway and an MVP after each game.

Hajj-Malik Williams throws 2 TDs passes to help No. 24 UNLV beat Cal 24-13 in the LA Bowl

— Despite losing its starting quarterback after three games and head coach 10 days ago, UNLV had its best season in the Football Bowl Subdivision.

Kylin James breaks free for a UNLV score

UNLV RB Kylin James takes the handoff and speeds 23 yards for a touchdown to extend the Rebels' lead.

Gronk offers assistance to Belichick, UNC: 'I'm a recruiter!'

Rob Gronkowski puts on his recruiter hat trying to help new North Carolina coach Bill Belichick, his coach in the NFL at the Patriots.

Early college football bowl best bets: Underdogs and totals that stand out

What are the bets to consider during the first week of Bowl action?

Storylines to watch for every 2024 college football bowl game

Looking for an excuse to watch college football 40 or so times over the next few weeks? We've got you covered.

Dan Mullen officially named head coach of UNLV football

Sam Acho and Matt Barrie discuss why the changing landscape of college football led Dan Mullen to UNLV.

ESPN analyst Dan Mullen named UNLV's head football coach

Dan Mullen, who had a 103-61 record over 13 seasons at Florida and Mississippi State, was named the new head coach at UNLV, with a source telling ESPN it's a five-year deal.

Barry Odom introduced at Purdue, discusses UNLV QB dispute

Purdue introduced Barry Odom as its new coach Tuesday. Odom leaves a UNLV program that featured a payment dispute regarding former Rebels quarterback Matthew Sluka.

College Football Playoff 2024: Final bracket and top 25

A look at the final bracket based on the College Football Playoff committee's last set of rankings.

Purdue hires UNLV's Barry Odom to turn around program

UNLV football coach Barry Odom has been hired for the head-coaching job at Purdue.

Final College Football Playoff, bowl projections

How did the conference title games affect College Football Playoff and bowl matchups? Our final predictions for the entire postseason.

No. 10 Boise State grabs CFP spot, beating No. 19 UNLV 21-7 in Mountain West championship

— Ashton Jeanty ran for 209 yards and a touchdown and No. 10 Boise State earned a College Football Playoff spot, beating No. 19 UNLV 21-7 on Friday night for its second straight Mountain West title.

Jeanty powers Boise State past UNLV for MWC title, CFP spot

Ashton Jeanty ran for 209 yards and a touchdown as No. 10 Boise State earned a College Football Playoff spot, beating No. 20 UNLV 21-7 for its second straight Mountain West title.

2024 college football conference championship schedule

Conference championship weekend has arrived for the 2024 college football season. Check out how to watch the games now.

Oregon's all-black look leads Week 15 college football uniforms

Oregon will revamp its "Fly Era" uniforms in the Big 10 championship game against Penn State.

College football conference championship preview: Penn State, Oregon aim for top seed

Will Penn State make a run at the No. 1 seed? Can Texas match Georgia's toughness? Can SMU afford a loss?

No. 19 UNLV visits No. 10 Boise State for Mountain West championship

No. 19 UNLV (10-2, 6-1 Mountain West, No. 20 CFP) at No. 10 Boise State (11-1, 7-0, No. 10 CFP), Friday, 8 p.m. EST (FOX)

College football preview: A look at Championship Week matchups and players to watch

Our college football experts preview Champ Week matchups and players to watch from each team.