Rhett Lashlee signs contract extension with SMU

Rhett Lashlee has signed a contract extension with SMU as the Mustangs remain undefeated in ACC play and in position to make its first playoff appearance.

2025 college football recruiting class rankings: Top 50 schools

We stacked the top 2025 recruiting classes in the country. Here's who is putting together the best groups.

No. 13 SMU can get into ACC title game by winning at Virginia

No. 13 SMU (9-1, 6-0 ACC, No. 13 CFP) vs. Virginia (5-5, 3-3), Saturday, 12 p.m. EST (ESPN2)

2024 college football all-underrated transfer portal team

Unsung names this past offseason who have made a difference across the college football landscape.

College football Week 13 buzz: Can Indiana stay undefeated?

Our experts asked coaches what they're planning for before rivalry week.

Breaking down College Football Playoff, conference races entering Week 13

With two weeks left in the regular season, there's still a whole lot to be determined -- and a whole lot that can go haywire.

2024 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.

College Football Playoff 2024: Week 12 bubble watch

What we learned from the committee's third rankings release, plus the eight teams on the bubble and a Group of 5 power ranking.

Oregon stays No. 1 in latest CFP rankings

Oregon remains on top, but Boise State's big jump shakes up the top four in this week's College Football Playoff rankings.

College Football Playoff 2024: Byes, bracket and new top 25

A first look at the new bracket based on the College Football Playoff committee's third set of rankings.

College football 2024 Week 13 schedule: Alabama vs. Oklahoma

Week 13 of the 2024 college football season has arrived. Alabama vs. Oklahoma is among the marquee matchups. Check out how to watch the games now.

College football defensive stop rate ahead of Week 13

We rank the top defenses each week based on how many times an opponent's drive ends without points.

Oregon remains unanimous No. 1 in AP Top 25; Notre Dame up to 6

Oregon received all 62 first-place votes to remain atop the AP Top 25 college football poll for the fifth straight week, while Notre Dame and Alabama each rose two spots.

Who are the winningest college football coaches of all time?

From Saban to Paterno, there are many legendary college football coaches. Who has the best career record? Check out who has the most wins now.

College Football Playoff, bowl projections after Week 12

A growing logjam of two-loss teams in the SEC keeps adding layers of intrigue to the postseason picture.

College Football Power Rankings: How did the top 25 look in Week 12?

Our college football experts break down how each team in our top 25 performed in Week 12.

College Football Playoff predictions: Who's most likely to make the field

Find out which teams our reporters pick for the College Football Playoff following Week 12.

College football Week 12 highlights: Top plays, games, takeaways

Georgia's win over Tennessee in Week 12 only makes the SEC that much more interesting. Plus, more trends from the weekend.

No. 14 SMU moves closer to ACC title game by beating Boston College 38-28 for 7th win in a row

— With every win, SMU is getting closer to making the Atlantic Coast Conference championship game in its league debut. That could also lead to a spot in the expanded College Football Playoff.

Kevin Jennings drops a dime for a 38-yard SMU TD

Kevin Jennings connects with Jordan Hudson for a 38-yard SMU touchdown.

College football 2024 Week 12 schedule: LSU vs. Florida

Week 12 of the 2024 college football season has arrived. LSU vs. Florida is among the marquee matchups. Check out how to watch the games now.

College football Week 12 preview: Huge stakes for Tennessee, Georgia

Another SEC showdown, possible trap games at the top and jostling in the Big 12 and ACC are on tap for Week 12.

No. 14 SMU is the ACC leader with CFP hopes while Boston College is trying to get bowl eligible

Boston College (5-4, 2/3 ACC) at No. 14 SMU (8-1, 5-0), Saturday, 3:30 p.m. EST (ESPN)

College football Week 12 buzz: The best players and teams by conference

Our experts asked coaches about who's dominating each conference and about which other coaches are having a rough time.

Breaking down College Football Playoff, conference races entering Week 12

Here's where things stand in every conference race and the playoff picture entering Week 12.

College football futures market shakes up after second CFP rankings release

After recent upsets, the odds have shifted dramatically for some CFP teams. Is there substantial betting value on any teams after the latest release?

College Football Playoff 2024: Week 12 bubble watch

Ahead of Tuesday night's second rankings release, Heather Dinich picks the CFP field of 12 and eight teams on the bubble, then ranks the best of the Group of 5.

College Football Playoff Anger Index: The SEC and five other teams are getting snubbed

Breaking down which teams, and conference, have the most to be angry about with this week's CFP ranking.

College Football Playoff 2024: Byes, bracket and new top 25

A first look at the new bracket based on the College Football Playoff committee's second set of rankings.

College football defensive stop rate ahead of Week 12

We rank the top defenses each week based on how many times an opponent's drive ends without points.

Unbeaten Indiana rises to No. 5 in AP Top 25 college football poll

Oregon was the No. 1 team in the AP Top 25 college football poll for the fourth straight week, while Penn State and Indiana climbed into the top five.

College Football Power Rankings: How did the top 25 look in Week 11?

Our college football experts break down how each team in our top 25 performed in Week 11.

College Football Playoff predictions: Who's most likely to make the field

Find out which teams our reporters pick for the College Football Playoff following Week 11.

'It's a new era': How college football kickers are setting records this season

College kickers, sometimes known for not being clutch, have actually been making their FGs from far out this year.

SMU gains commitment from Cole Leinart, son of Matt

Not currently rated by ESPN, Cole Leinart held several Power 4 offers and picked SMU over Colorado, Arizona and Utah to become the second member of coach Rhett Lashlee's 2026 class.

Breaking down College Football Playoff, conference races entering Week 11

Where do the conference favorites, long shots and CFP hopefuls stand? We break down the projections.

College Football Playoff 2024: Week 11 bubble watch

Heather Dinich gives takeaways from the first CFP ranking, plus eight teams on the bubble and a ranking of the Group of 5.

College Football Playoff Anger Index: B1G love, BYU disrespect and more outrage

Unpacking which teams should be most upset with the first CFP rankings of the year.

College football defensive stop rate ahead of Week 11

We rank the top defenses each week based on how many times an opponent's drive ends without points.

College football takeaways: Storylines and performances to know about from Week 10

Our college football experts break down key takeaways from Week 10.

College football Week 10 recap: Playoff trends to watch

With the first CFP rankings on the horizon, we break down the most important trends over the last month.

Oregon remains atop AP Top 25 ahead of first CFP rankings

Oregon is No. 1 in the AP Top 25 for the third straight week, and unanimous for the first time, following its 21-point road win against Michigan.

College Football Playoff, bowl projections after Week 10

The Mustangs had one of the most impressive performances this weekend. Is it enough to get them into the CFP?

College Football Power Rankings: How did the top 25 look in Week 10?

Our college football experts break down how each team in our top 25 performed in Week 10.

Brashard Smith and No. 20 SMU overwhelm previously undefeated No. 18 Pitt 48-25

— Brashard Smith ran for 161 yards with a 71-yard sprint for the first of his two rushing touchdowns and made a nifty tiptoe catch for another score as No. 20 SMU overwhelmed previously...

SMU improves to 5-0 in ACC, shows it 'belongs at this level'

Head coach Rhett Lashlee said SMU showed it "belongs at this level" after routing Pitt 48-25 to become one of just two 5-0 teams in the ACC.

College football Week 10 highlights: Top plays, games, takeaways

Ohio State's win over Penn State reminded us of old times in a new-look Big Ten and more from Week 10.

College Football Playoff predictions: Who's most likely to make the field

Find out which teams our reporters pick for the College Football Playoff following Week 10.

Matthew Hibner breaks off an 80-yard SMU TD

Matthew Hibner bursts past the defense for an 80-yard Mustangs touchdown.

SMU cornerback AJ Davis taken to hospital, has 'full movement'

SMU cornerback AJ Davis was taken off the field in an ambulance after a special teams play late in the first half Saturday against Pittsburgh, but was back on the sideline before the end of the game.