The games, players and newcomers we're most excited to watch next season

Our reporters preview the 2025 season and break down everything they're excited to watch.

Crockett, veteran of 1993 Orange Bowl, named game's president

Florida State's Henri Crockett, who played in the Orange Bowl in 1993 against Nebraska, has been named chair and president of the game in a one-year term.

What to know about five-stars and top QBs in the class of 2026

Looking ahead to the top junior football prospects, here's how the next year of recruiting could shake out.

2025 NFL draft rankings: Jordan Reid's top 50 prospects

Jordan Reid ranks his top 50 players in the 2025 class after the college all-star games. Who tops the list, and how many QBs made the cut?

2025 college football recruiting class rankings: Top 75 schools

With national signing day closing out the 2025 classes, we rank all the top teams.

ESPN exercises option to televise ACC sports through 2036

ESPN has agreed to pick up its option to broadcast ACC sports through 2036. The decision comes as the ACC works toward settling lawsuits by Clemson and Florida State.

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.

QB Thomas Castellanos embraces path to Florida State

Quarterback Thomas Castellanos and the Seminoles seem to be a perfect pairing -- both looking for fresh starts after disappointing seasons.

Final college football defensive stop rate for 2024 season

We ranked the top defenses for the 2024 season based on how many times an opponent's drive ended without points.

2025 Senior Bowl: Top NFL draft prospects, QBs, predictions

NFL draft experts weigh in on Jaxson Dart, players in the trenches and other top prospects in Mobile, Alabama, this week. Who could rise?

Sources: Brady Smigiel, No. 36 recruit for '26, pulls FSU commit

Four-star quarterback Brady Smigiel, ESPN's No. 36 overall recruit in the class of 2026, has decommitted from Florida State, sources told ESPN.

2025 NFL draft: Riser predictions for Senior Bowl, combine

Here are 10 NFL draft prospects who could rise by dominating combine testing or proving themselves at the Senior Bowl or Shrine Bowl.

Reranking 2022 college football recruiting classes

With a few years' time, we can better judge how a recruiting class contributed to a team. Here's how the 2022 classes panned out.

Which college football conferences have the most titles?

The Big Ten is the winningest conference in college football, with 32 championships. How do other conferences stack up? Check out the breakdown now.

College football championship winners by year: NCAA list

Which teams have won the NCAA football national championship? Check out this all-time winners list for more historical context.

College football transfer portal: Ranking best available QBs

The college football transfer portal is open, and several top quarterbacks are looking for new schools and some have already found theirs. Here are the best available.

College football recruiting intel: National signing day updates

We're less than three weeks until the end of the 2025 recruiting cycle. We've got the latest on the three uncommitted ESPN 300 players and more.

Predicting starting QBs for every Power 4 college football team in 2025

We're nine months from the 2025 season starting, but we're looking at every power team's QB situation.

FSU lands Antonio Cromartie Jr., son of All-Pro DB, for 2025

Cornerback Antonio Cromartie Jr., the son of four-time NFL Pro Bowler Antonio Cromartie, announced his commitment to Florida State Monday night.

Ranking the best fits for committed transfer portal QBs

The combination of playbook, coordinator and skills matters for portal QBs. Some fit at their new schools better than others.

WR Malik Benson, intrigued by QB Dante Moore, commits to Oregon

Wide receiver Malik Benson commits to Oregon.

Way-too-early 2025 college football coaching hot seat tiers

It's way too early to project how teams will finish the 2025 season, but we might know some coaches to need to show improvements to keep their jobs.

College football's 60 greatest true freshman seasons of all time

Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith has dominated the College Football Playoff. Here's how his season stacks up with the other all-time great freshmen.

Ranking the best college football transfer portal classes

The portal is closed to new entries, and while many players have yet to commit, some schools have already put together strong groups.

Which colleges have the longest bowl game streaks?

Bowl games are an essential component of the college football season. Check out which schools have the most consecutive appearances now.

NCAA grants waiver to ex-JUCO players while appealing Pavia ruling

The NCAA Division I Board of Directors approved a blanket waiver granting an extra year of eligibility to former junior college transfers in similar positions to Vanderbilt's Diego Pavia, while also announcing it is appealing the ruling in Pavia's case.

Biggest college football bowl game blowouts

From the 1920 Fort Worth Classic to the 2023 Orange Bowl, here's a look at the biggest blowouts in college football bowl game history.

Sources: LSU snags FSU DE Patrick Payton from portal

Florida State defensive end Patrick Payton has committed to LSU, adding to a star-studded transfer portal recruiting class.

The key 2025 recruit for every Power 4 college football team

The 2025 recruiting class is almost a wrap. These are the prospect who will be key factors next season.

Florida State QB DJ Uiagalelei declares for 2025 NFL draft

Florida State quarterback DJ Uiagalelei declared for the NFL draft on Monday, ending a college career that took him to three different schools.

Florida State's Mike Norvell restructures deal, gives $4.5M to new initiative

Florida State coach Mike Norvell has agreed to a one-year restructured contract that includes a $4.5 million contribution to help launch a new university initiative aimed, in part, at raising money for revenue sharing and facilities.

The best college football quotes of 2024

A look back at this provocative year in college football through the words of players and coaches.

Does flag planting have a place in college football?

Flag planting -- and the postgame fights that followed -- was all over college football during Rivalry Week. What's next ahead of the first home College Football Playoff games?

Which colleges have the most Heisman Trophy winners?

USC has scored the most Heisman Trophy winners in college football history. Which other teams are on the list? Check out the full breakdown now.

Who's won the Heisman Trophy? College football winners list

The Heisman Trophy is given annually to the most outstanding college football player. Learn more about Travis Hunter, Jayden Daniels and more winners.

College football rivalries to know: History, stats, more

From Alabama-Auburn to USC-UCLA, rivalry games are always a highlight of college football season. Learn more about the biggest matchups now.

College football transfer portal Week 1 takeaways

What we learned about the transfer portal during a wild first week.

BC transfer QB Thomas Castellanos commits to Florida State

Former Boston College quarterback Thomas Castellanos has committed to Florida State, where he will reunite with incoming offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn, his former coach at UCF.

Malzahn: Dramatic changes to coaching prompted move to FSU

New Florida State offensive coordinator Gus Malzahn says head coaching responsibilities have "changed dramatically" and contributed to his decision to resign at UCF and join the Seminoles.

What the offensive and defensive coordinator carousel could mean for big teams

Here's a look at where things stand in the coordinator carousel.

Ranking all 52 teams in College Football Playoff history

How do this year's CFP entrants stack up with those of the past -- and how high could they climb?

Longtime FSU assistant Odell Haggins moves into new role

Longtime Florida State assistant Odell Haggins is transitioning into a new role as Mike Norvell continues to shuffle his staff.

Deion Sanders' coaching future: Can Colorado keep him?

Could coach Deion Sanders leave Colorado for the NFL? For another college job? Jeremy Fowler and Adam Rittenberg team up for a look at his future.

College football signing day 2024: Winners, questions and takeaways

Class of 2025's early signing period had its drama. Here's what happened and what it means for the top teams.

Five-star OT Solomon Thomas flips from Florida State to LSU

LSU lands major signing-day victory by flipping five-star offensive tackle Solomon Thomas, No. 13 in the 2025 ESPN 300, away from his pledge to Florida State.

Final 2024 college football Bottom 10: Stacking up best of worst

From winless Kent State to woeful Ryan Day, the final votes are in for the list no one wants to make.

NCAA football signing day preview: 2025 recruits to know

From the top uncommitted players and possible flips to schools with the most on the line, here's what you need to know.

College football defensive stop rate after regular season

Our final regular-season ranking of the top defenses based on how many times an opponent's drive ends without points.

Sources: FSU signs Nebraska DC Tony White to same role

Tony White, who led Nebraska's defense to a top-20 ranking in each of the past two seasons, will be the new defensive coordinator at Florida State, sources told ESPN.

College football takeaways: Storylines and performances to know from Week 14

Our college football experts break down key takeaways from Week 14.