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Reports: NCAA finalizing plan to expand March Madness to 76 teams

Reports: NCAA finalizing plan to expand March Madness to 76 teams

  • FIELD LEVEL MEDIA

The men's and women's NCAA Tournament fields will expand from 68 to 76 teams in 2027.

Kyle Whittingham took Michigan sight unseen — to turn Sherrone Moore mess into his next great win

Kyle Whittingham took Michigan sight unseen — to turn Sherrone Moore mess into his next great win

  • Matt Hayes USA Today

Kyle Whittingham had it made at Utah. So why leave?

What kind of impact will Kyle Whittingham have in Michigan?

What kind of impact will Kyle Whittingham have in Michigan?

  • USA Today - Vertical

Matt Hayes looks back at Kyle Whittingham's success at Utah, and wonders what he can do leading Michigan's football program.

NBC's Mike Tomlin reveals why he left Steelers, thoughts on Aaron Rodgers

NBC's Mike Tomlin reveals why he left Steelers, thoughts on Aaron Rodgers

  • Nate Davis USA Today

After 19 seasons in Pittsburgh, Mike Tomlin is stepping into a new role and opening up about why now felt right.

NFL power rankings: 2026 draft boosts Jets, sends one division champion plummeting

NFL power rankings: 2026 draft boosts Jets, sends one division champion plummeting

  • Nate Davis USA TODAY

Soap operas du jour notwithstanding, there's not a whole lot left for NFL teams to do until training camps swing their doors open later this summer.

NFL draft grades: Ranking all 32 teams' 2026 classes, with lowly Jets earning an A+

NFL draft grades: Ranking all 32 teams' 2026 classes, with lowly Jets earning an A+

  • NATE DAVIS USA Today

It’s time for that annual labor of love — or maybe indulgence, or maybe simply a fool's errand given the nature of our instant gratification culture.

Inside Max Iheanachor's incredible journey from Nigerian football newbie to Steelers first-rounder

Inside Max Iheanachor's incredible journey from Nigerian football newbie to Steelers first-rounder

  • Brian Batko, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

PITTSBURGH — Cory DeSanti had a basketball player in his program. That player had a fellow Nigerian friend he brought to practice one day. That kid was a 6-foot-6 monster named Max Iheanachor who had quick feet, a broad frame and not an ounce of knowledge about football. Unless that “footbal…

Grading EVERY PICK of the 2026 NFL Draft - Rounds 1-3!

Grading EVERY PICK of the 2026 NFL Draft - Rounds 1-3!

    This is Hail Mary Sports' 2026 NFL Draft grades. Like, comment, subscribe, hit the bell, and join the discord for more!! Ads are auto placed LINKS Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hailmarysports Venmo: @ AlexCBarbour Patreon (in linktree, too): https://www.patreon.com/HailMarySports Get 15% OFF t…

    Grading EVERY pick in the 2025 NFL Draft | ROUND 1

    Grading EVERY pick in the 2025 NFL Draft | ROUND 1

      This is Hail Mary Sports' 2025 NFL Draft Grades for round one. Like, comment, subscribe, hit the bell, and join the discord for more!! Ads are auto placed LINKS Linktree (X, Discord, IG): https://linktr.ee/hailmarysports Venmo: @ AlexCBarbour Get up to $1000 BONUS CREDIT on your FIRST deposi…

      Cardinals pick Carson Beck in third round of 2026 NFL draft after title-game run with Miami

      Cardinals pick Carson Beck in third round of 2026 NFL draft after title-game run with Miami

        MIAMI — Carson Beck opted to stay in college football for an extra season after his draft stock plummeted following a rough 2024 season at Georgia that ended with him tearing the UCL in his right elbow. That led the quarterback to the Miami Hurricanes — and on a path to redefining himself. And while he didn’t fully recover the stock he hoped to have a year ago, when the expectations were him ...

        Rangers jump on Bubba Chandler early, cruise to another win against Pirates

        Rangers jump on Bubba Chandler early, cruise to another win against Pirates

          ARLINGTON, Texas — On the night the NFL draft began, the Texas Rangers picked on an almost-Clemson QB. The Rangers jumped all over Bubba Chandler, the one-time college football recruit turned Pirates rookie, tagging the right-hander with six runs in four innings in a 6-1 Rangers win on Thursday night at Globe Life Field. Chandler struggled with both command and hard contact. He allowed seven ...

          Raiders draft new centerpiece QB Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall

          Raiders draft new centerpiece QB Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall

            The Las Vegas Raiders selected Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday.

            Second Florida transfer Emilija Dakic commits to Iowa State

            Second Florida transfer Emilija Dakic commits to Iowa State

              As a freshman at Florida, Mills played in 30 games and made starts against Memphis, Kentucky and Missouri. 

              Former Cyclone Addy Brown commits to reigning NCAA Champs

              Former Cyclone Addy Brown commits to reigning NCAA Champs

                Thursday, Brown announced a commitment to UCLA. The Bruins beat South Carolina 79-51 on April 5 to claim the program's first national championship. 

                Where does Iowa quarterback battle stand according to offensive coordinator Tim Lester?

                Where does Iowa quarterback battle stand according to offensive coordinator Tim Lester?

                With spring nearly over, Iowa’s quarterback battle is still even. Offensive coordinator Tim Lester likes the progress of Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski but said no decision is close.

                How does Iowa's new quarterbacks coach make the Hawkeyes run more like NFL teams

                How does Iowa's new quarterbacks coach make the Hawkeyes run more like NFL teams

                Iowa football is reshaping its quarterback room with a new coach and an NFL-style structure. Here’s what Billy VandeMerkt’s role means for the Hawkeyes.

                Watch: Iowa coordinators discuss spring practices, 2026 preparations

                Watch: Iowa coordinators discuss spring practices, 2026 preparations

                Iowa’s three coordinators met with media Wednesday to break down spring progress and what’s ahead before the 2026 season. Here’s what they said.

                Inside Iowa’s stable of running backs: Who’s back and who does Jay Norvell think Hawkeye fans will love?

                Inside Iowa’s stable of running backs: Who’s back and who does Jay Norvell think Hawkeye fans will love?

                Iowa’s running backs room saw another coaching change again in the 2026 offseason, but most of the talented group stayed. Depth, experience and “brotherhood” will define the group this fall.

                Where Iowa State's Domonique Orange projects in NFL Draft

                Where Iowa State's Domonique Orange projects in NFL Draft

                Defensive tackle Dominique Orange (AKA "Big Citrus") looks the part of an NFL player. Now, he gets to realize that potential. 

                What Jay Norvell said makes Iowa special and why he wanted to be a Hawkeye again

                What Jay Norvell said makes Iowa special and why he wanted to be a Hawkeye again

                After nine years as a head coach, Jay Norvell returned to Iowa as the Hawkeyes' running backs coach. Here’s why he says the program stands apart in college football.

                Mike Tomlin to Join NBC for Football Night in America

                Mike Tomlin to Join NBC for Football Night in America

                Catch the latest NFL buzz as the show discusses Mike Tomlin's return and critiques Tony Dungy's broadcasting style! Carton and Tyrone discuss his addition.

                Watch: Iowa State QB coach Keith Heckendorf on when Jaylen Raynor was Big 12 ready

                Watch: Iowa State QB coach Keith Heckendorf on when Jaylen Raynor was Big 12 ready

                The glimpses of Jaylen Raynor's ability began when he was the third quarterback on Arkansas State's depth chart. 

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                Pickens, Rasmussen earn individual medals in road wins

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                Shenandoah, Clarinda, Sidney to host postseason boys golf tournaments

                Shenandoah, Clarinda, Sidney to host postseason boys golf tournaments

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                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

                The advice Rocco Becht gave Jaylen Raynor about being Iowa State’s quarterback

                The advice Rocco Becht gave Jaylen Raynor about being Iowa State’s quarterback

                One of quarterback Jaylen Raynor’s first steps when he arrived at Iowa State this winter was texting Rocco Becht. 

                Iowa State star Audi Crooks transferring to Big 12 rival

                Iowa State star Audi Crooks transferring to Big 12 rival

                Former Iowa State star center Audi Crooks is transferring to Oklahoma State, On3 reported Sunday night.

                Big 10 transfer guard Sienna Harvey commits to Iowa State

                Big 10 transfer guard Sienna Harvey commits to Iowa State

                ISU coach Bill Fennelly and his staff has added five players through the portal this offseason.

                Loyola's Alex-Anne Bessette transferring to Iowa State

                Loyola's Alex-Anne Bessette transferring to Iowa State

                Loyola Chicago guard Alex-Anne Bessette is transferring to Iowa State, she announced Sunday afternoon.

                Cyclones land Bishop Heelan's Melina Snoozy, Iowa's No. 1 2027 recruit

                Cyclones land Bishop Heelan's Melina Snoozy, Iowa's No. 1 2027 recruit

                Melina Snoozy is the first recruit committed in ISU's 2027 class and the state's No. 1 ranked high school prospect per prep girls hoops. 

                7-foot-3 center Andrew McKeever transfer commits to Iowa

                7-foot-3 center Andrew McKeever transfer commits to Iowa

                The Iowa men's basketball team added some needed size with the commitment of Saint Mary's transfer center Andrew McKeever.

                Meet the women paving the way for flag football at the NCAA Power 4 level

                Meet the women paving the way for flag football at the NCAA Power 4 level

                It didn’t take long for Avery Scott to get hooked on flag football, but she could’ve done without the busted lip and car crash.

                Ranking the top 34 cornerbacks in the 2026 NFL draft

                Ranking the top 34 cornerbacks in the 2026 NFL draft

                Editor’s note: The Union-Tribune’s Eddie Brown is breaking down prospects, position by position, leading up to the NFL draft (April 23-25). Here are his top 10 cornerbacks, plus players he believes will be drafted or signed as a priority free agent: 1. Mansoor Delane (Sr., LSU, 6-foot, 182 pounds) The former three-star recruit teased his next-level talent early at Virginia Tech, then upgraded ...

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