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.

Superlatives from 25 years of college football alternate uniforms

We handed out nominations to some of the best, worst and wildest alternate uniforms donned by college football teams over the past quarter century.

Ryan McGee's college football Mascot Power Rankings

From giant red blobs and 1,700-pound steer to coonskin caps and bears riding Harleys, these are the sport's top merrymakers.

'Like John Wayne': To succeed at Western Kentucky, Tyson Helton seeks gunslingers

The coach knows he's going to lose players each year to power conference programs. He's finding ways to win anyway.

2025 College Football Power Index: Best matchups, title odds

Does the SEC remain on top? Will Boise State revisit the CFP? Here's what stands out from ESPN's latest data.

2025 Conference USA college football projections, preview

The Flames are the team to beat, but Western Kentucky and Jacksonville State (among others) can't be counted out.

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.

2025 NFL draft: Mel Kiper's favorite prospects by position

Mel Kiper Jr.'s annual list of NFL draft favorites includes two FCS standouts, a sleeper QB and a few powerful offensive playmakers.

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?

Inside the challenges of Group of 5 football recruiting, roster-building

Is the gap between the Group of 5 and the Power 4 growing in recruiting? Here's how smaller football programs are pivoting for the future and navigating the current landscape.

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.

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.

2024-25 college football bowl game, CFP schedule

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

College football bowl season: Takeaways, MVP of the game

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

Western Kentucky, Tyson Helton have 4-year deal, sources say

Tyson Helton and Western Kentucky have agreed to a new four-year contract, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel. Helton has led the Hilltoppers to a bowl in all six of his seasons.

James Madison secures its first bowl win after topping Western Kentucky 27-17 in the Boca Raton

— Backup Billy Atkins threw for 181 yards and a touchdown in his first start since 2022, leading James Madison to the program's first bowl win after topping Western Kentucky 27-17 on Wednesday night in the Boca Raton Bowl.

Billy Atkins connects for 21-yard TD pass

Billy Atkins connects for 21-yard TD pass

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.

College football transfer portal Week 1 takeaways

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

Tre Stewart's 3rd TD seals Jacksonville State's win

Tre Stewart rushes 29 yards for a touchdown adding to Jacksonville State's lead over Western Kentucky.

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.

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?

Conference championship best bets: Two totals and two favorites to watch

With plenty on the line in conference championship week, here's a breakdown of every game and the best bets to make.

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.

College football Week 14 recap: The 20 best games of Rivalry Week

From stunning upsets to fantastic finishes, Bill Connelly revels in his favorite games from the best weekend of the season.

College football Week 14 highlights: Top plays, games, takeaways

Redemption stories took a turn for the worse in Week 14, plus rivalry updates and trends from the entire season.

Carneiro's 50-yard FG sends W. Kentucky into C-USA title and rematch with Jacksonville St.

— Lucas Carneiro kicked four field goals and his last one from 50 yards with three seconds left gave Western Kentucky a 19-17 win over Jacksonville State on Saturday.

Elijah Young makes the grab for 21-yard receiving touchdown

Elijah Young makes the grab for 21-yard receiving touchdown

College football 2024 Week 14 schedule: Auburn vs. Alabama

Week 14 of the 2024 college football season has arrived. Auburn vs. Alabama is among the marquee matchups. Check out how to watch the games now.

College football defensive stop rate ahead of Week 14

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

Liberty gains 419 on the ground with 4 touchdowns in a 38-21 victory over Western Kentucky

— Quinton Cooley rushed for 166 yards and two touchdowns, Billy Lucas added 131 yards and a score, and Liberty gained 419 on the ground with four touchdowns in a 38-21 victory over Western Kentucky on Saturday.

Kaidon Salter runs for 3-yard rushing touchdown

Kaidon Salter runs for 3-yard rushing touchdown

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.

Florida's Brian Kelly joke leads Week 12 college football trolls

Florida's win over LSU was capped off by the Gators' social media team taking aim at a viral Brian Kelly clip.

Cedric Woods makes a game-saving tackle on fourth down and Louisiana Tech beats Western Kentucky

— Amani Givens rushed for 103 yards, defensive back Cedric Woods made a game-saving tackle on fourth down with 1:05 remaining and Louisiana Tech beat Western Kentucky 12-7 on Saturday for its first road win since last season.

Elijah Young rushes in for 7-yard rushing touchdown

Elijah Young rushes in for 7-yard rushing 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 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.

QB Veltkamp accounts for 4TDs in Western Kentucky's 41-28 win over New Mexico State

— Caden Veltkamp threw for 246 yards and two touchdowns while running for two more and Western Kentucky never trailed in its 41-28 win over New Mexico State on Saturday.

Dalvin Smith throws 51-yard touchdown pass vs. New Mexico State

Dalvin Smith throws 51-yard touchdown pass vs. New Mexico State

College football 2024 Week 11 schedule: Florida at Texas

Week 11 of the 2024 college football season has arrived. Alabama vs. LSU is among the marquee matchups. Check out how to watch the games now.

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 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.

College football 2024 Week 10 schedule: Florida vs. Georgia

Week 10 of the 2024 college football season has arrived. Florida vs. Georgia is among the marquee matchups. Check out how to watch the games now.

Caden Veltkamp passes for 3 TDs and Western Kentucky becomes bowl eligible for 6th straight season

— Caden Veltkamp passed for 276 yards and three touchdowns, Elijah Young rushed for 114 yards and Western Kentucky eased by Kennesaw State 31-14 on Wednesday night.

Touchdown! George Hart III scores vs. Kennesaw State

Touchdown! George Hart III scores vs. Kennesaw State