NCAA News -- August 11, 2026

22 NCAA headlines from August 11, 2026.

Has Alabama’s QB Battle Finally Taken Shape? Ryan Grubb Gives His Answer

The Alabama quarterback battle is still wide open.With the Crimson Tide moving deeper into fall camp, one of the biggest questions surrounding Kalen DeBoer’s team is whether either Keelon Russell or Austin Mack has done enough to create some separation in the competition.According to Alabama offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb, the answer is simple: not yet.Speaking […] The post Has Alabama’s QB Battle Finally Taken Shape? Ryan Grubb Gives His Answer appeared first on HEAVY.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Alabama

UCLA Hires Derek Carr As Special Advisor

Former Raiders and Saints quarterback Derek Carr has lined up his next job in football. Carr is joining UCLA’s staff as a special advisor to head coach Bob Chesney, the Bruins announced. Carr had a stellar college career at Fresno State, where he became familiar with Darrick Yray. Then an offensive assistant at Fresno State, […]

Pro Football Rumors -- Air Force

“Tired of Hearing”: Kirk Herbstreit Says SEC Is “Not Invested” Enough, Makes Blunt Statement on Conference’s Struggles

For decades, the SEC ruled college football without opposition. That hierarchy collapsed over the past three years as the Big Ten swept consecutive national titles with Michigan in 2023, Ohio State in 2024, and Indiana in 2025.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Louisiana Tech

ESPN lists USC’s Luke Wafle as freshman poised for immediate impact

The Trojans signed the No. 1 recruit in the class of 2026. How big of an impact will he make as a true freshman?

Yahoo Sports College Football -- USC

OU football lands Arkansas transfer DT Danny Saili, who was recently granted 5th year

Oklahoma landed a commitment from Arkansas transfer defensive tackle Danny Saili on Monday. Saili was recently granted a fifth year of eligibility.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Arkansas

Steelers work out rookie WR

A 6’5 deep threat tried out for Pittsburgh Monday.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Pittsburgh

Michigan Rival Coach Takes Brutal Shot at $3M Bryce Underwood: “Just Because You Pay Somebody...”

College football can be a brutal business, and right now, Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood is finding that out the hard way. Entering his sophomore year under massive scrutiny, the young star is learning that a huge price tag brings zero room for error in Big Ten football.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Michigan

Oklahoma Adds Arkansas Transfer Defensive Lineman, Per Report

With one roster spot remaining, the Sooners have pounced on an experienced veteran from an SEC school.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Oklahoma

Oklahoma Sooners expected to fill last roster spot with SEC transfer

The Oklahoma Sooners are expected to fill their last roster spot with an SEC defensive tackle transfer.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Oklahoma

Which Bears player are you most excited to see vs the Browns?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Bears fans and fans across the country. The Chicago Bears play a game this Saturday against the Cleveland Browns, and while we’re still waiting to hear exactly who the Bears will play in […]

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Nebraska

Texas A&M Turns Down Texas Tech's Offer to Play Future Non-Conference Game

The Texas A&M Aggies are not interested in rekindling an old Big 12 rivalry with the Texas Tech Red Raiders.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Texas

Houston Football Fall Camp Day 5 Takeaways and Standouts

The Houston Cougars football program has been busy with fall camp, and the team continues to grow across the board.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Houston

Arkansas transfer DL Danny Saili commits to Oklahoma

Arkansas transfer defensive lineman Danny Saili has committed to Oklahoma, On3’s Pete Nakos reported. Saili will be playing his final season of college football in Norman for Brent Venables and the Sooners after receiving an extra year of eligibility. Saili’s career began at Hutchinson (KS) CC, where he played from 2022-2023. He then transferred to […]

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Arkansas

Every Texas A&M Football Starting Job Up for Grabs This Season

Texas A&M has several starting spots up for grabs entering 2026. Here are the biggest position battles to watch as Mike Elko and the Aggies prepare for the season.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Texas A&M

UCLA adds former Pro Bowl QB Derek Carr as volunteer coach

ucla football derek carrIf you can add a four-time Pro Bowler to your coaching staff for free, you do it. That’s the fortunate situation UCLA finds itself in after announcing...

Yahoo Sports NFL -- UCLA

Texas football game-by-game picks, postseason prediction for 2026 season

Arch Manning looks to lead Texas to a playoff in 2026, but they have a difficult schedule to work through.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Texas

Illinois football wide receiver catching the eye of Bret Bielema

The Illinois football team is stacked at wide receiver after the transfer portal, but this second-year star could gain some serious ground once the upperclassmen depart.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Illinois

Derek Carr joins UCLA football staff as adviser to first-year head coach Bob Chesney

The Bruins hope that Carr is part of a turnaround under first-year head coach Bob Chesney.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Air Force

Big Illinois football addition adds wrinkle to game day game plan

Illinois football added a massive piece to the game day experience this offseason, but it might end up being something we have to get used to as a team.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Illinois

Derek Carr joins UCLA as a special advisor to the head coach

Derek Carr is returning to football.

ProFootballTalk -- UCLA

Washington Huskies Teammates; Coaches Discuss Return of Ta'ita'i Uiagalelei

The fifth-year defensive tackle made an unexpected but welcome return to the team at fall camp this weekend.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Washington

Former ESPN personality Marcellus Wiley sees domestic violence charges dropped

The State of Florida will not file domestic battery charges against former NFL player and ESPN personality Marcellus Wiley.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Florida