College Football

Pac-12 Commissioner Larry Scott speaks at Pac-12 NCAA college football Media Day, Wednesday, July 26, 2017, in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) CAMT101

January 21, 2021 at 5:20 pm

Successor to Pac-12 commissioner Larry Scott must have credibility to restore conference’s reputation | Larry Stone

In so many different arenas, Larry Scott’s ham-handed, tone-deaf and often misguided leadership led the Pac-12 astray. The new leader will be charged, ultimately, with...

January 21, 2021 at 4:33 pm

Bama hires ex-Texans coach O’Brien as offensive coordinator

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) — National champion Alabama has hired former Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach. Crimson Tide coach...

Bettors on Oct. 1, 2017, at the Westgate SuperBook in Las Vegas, where wagering on college football games is rising at the expense of betting on NFL games. (Isaac Brekken/The New York Times) XNYT24

January 13, 2021 at 5:53 pm

Pledge to boost pandemic-depleted Washington state tax revenues now a main thrust of expanded sports gambling push

A Senate bill was filed that aims to widen the scope of sports gambling to include the state’s licensed card rooms and racetracks in addition...

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January 12, 2021 at 11:17 am

Emmert: NCAA still expecting to get pay issue done in ’21

NCAA President Mark Emmert expressed frustration Tuesday with the delay in moving ahead with proposals surrounding athletes' ability to make money and to freely transfer...

Washington State running back Max Borghi, left, runs while under pressure from Colorado safety Mikial Onu during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Pullman, Wash., Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. (AP Photo/Young Kwak) WAYK104

January 9, 2021 at 7:02 pm

WSU Cougars running back Max Borghi returning to team next season

After a breakout sophomore season, the running back missed all but one game in 2020.

January 7, 2021 at 2:26 pm

Top cornerbacks will play crucial role in championship game

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Two of the best cornerbacks in the nation, Shaun Wade of Ohio State and Patrick Surtain II of Alabama, are going...

January 7, 2021 at 1:35 pm

Alabama linebacker Dylan Moses anchors young Tide defense

Alabama middle linebacker Dylan Moses has had to overcome personal struggles off the field and now all his perseverance is paying off. He has had...

January 7, 2021 at 10:35 am

Alabama’s Smith, Ohio State’s Fields lead all-bowl team

Alabama and Ohio State advanced to the championship game in part because their best players delivered huge performances in their respective semifinals. Heisman Trophy winner...

January 6, 2021 at 2:40 pm

Bama’s Waddle back practicing, status for title game unclear

Alabama star receiver Jaylen Waddle has returned to practice. Now the question is will he be able to play in the title game Monday night...

January 6, 2021 at 2:05 pm

Sark latest ‘Bama assistant multi-tasking before title game

Steve Sarkisian is the latest Alabama coordinator to be drawing up game plans for a national title showdown before leaving for a new head coaching...