NCAA News -- August 28, 2026

20 NCAA headlines from August 28, 2026.

Virginia Tech football: Former 4-star DB Chris Tangelo transfers to Hokies

Vanderbilt freshman DB transfers to Hokies.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- Colorado State

Bishop Moore defense rises up, but late rally falls short in California

Bishop Moore heads into Week 3 of the football season figuring it could easily be 2-0, but that’s not the case. The Bishop Moore defense, led by Giacomo SanFilippo’s two sacks and one by Cale Britt, held Palos Verdes scoreless in the second half Thursday night, but a late rally by the offense was stuffed by the Sea Kings and Bishop Moore (0-2) lost its second straight game 21-18. “Tough loss, ...

Yahoo Sports College Football -- California

Furman football wins season opener against Anderson University

Tennessee's first football opponent wins 2026 season opener.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Tennessee

WATCH: Ohio State football captains meet with media | Buckeyes Wire

Ohio State football named its captains for the 2026 season last weekend and we got to hear from them for the first time in front of the media.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Ohio State

Walsh Jesuit football forced to cancel Friday's home opener

An illness in the Clark County Springfield football program has forced the cancellation of Walsh Jesuit's Friday home opener. Check out the details

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Oklahoma State

Prep football: Palos Verdes, Sierra Canyon defeat teams from Florida

Jalen Flowers gets two interceptions for Palos Verdes; Sierra Canyon overcomes four lost fumbles.

Yahoo Sports NFL -- New Mexico

Oklahoma Sooners Football Projected Depth Chart After Fall Camp Ahead of Week 1 vs. UTEP

A healthy John Mateer headlines a roster still working through availability issues at running back and center

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Oklahoma

Illinois adds guard Quentin McCoy to roster

The Illini add a new face into the mix.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Illinois

Kansas State Football Will Be Different In 2026 For One Reason

Alas, Kansas State football fans. You only have one more week until you can watch your favorite team on Saturdays again.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Michigan State

Utah football news: Utes losing 11-touchdown weapon to transfer portal a week before opener

Utah football soon launches the post-Kyle Whittingham era for the first time since 2004. Except new head coach Morgan Scalley is already dealing with a College Football Transfer Portal entry. Even coming on the eve of the Utes’ 2026 opener against Idaho. College football insider for On3 Pete Nakos reported on Thursday that running back NaQuari […] The post Utah football news: Utes losing 11-touchdown weapon to transfer portal a week before opener appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Utah

Arizona high school football. Scores, schedule Aug. 27-29

Chandler at Basha, Hamilton at Brophy among key high school football games for Aug. 27-29.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Arizona

Texans Somehow Avoid Worst-Case Scenario After Braden Smith Goes Down

Panic surged when the veteran tackle was carted off the field, but a favorable medical update suggests Houston’s offensive line depth remains intact for the regular season.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Houston

GF football preview: Red River QB Reese Walters gets another shot after injury

Aug. 27—GRAND FORKS — After serving as the backup to standout quarterback Pearce Parks in 2024, Reese Walters entered his junior season with the keys to Grand Forks Red River's offense. He wound up making just five starts. Walters suffered a stress fracture in his tibia in the second quarter against Kindred on Sept. 26. Matt Dosch was named the starter for the rest of the season, and though ...

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Alabama

Chiefs’ Latest Roster Move Sends Veteran Offensive Lineman to Super Bowl Champs

Chiefs veteran Kellen Diesch landed with the Seahawks just one day after Kansas City waived the offensive lineman. The post Chiefs’ Latest Roster Move Sends Veteran Offensive Lineman to Super Bowl Champs appeared first on HEAVY.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Kansas

‘Brutal Turn of Events,’ ‘Absolute Bummer’ — CFB World Reacts As New Mexico QB Jack Layne Suffers Season-Ending Injury

For months, every New Mexico quarterback update revolved around when Jack Layne would return. Thursday changed the question entirely, with multiple reports indicating the veteran quarterback will now miss the 2026 season after his troublesome throwing elbow failed to cooperate.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- New Mexico

UNC Football Receives Bold Ranking Ahead of 2026 Season

The North Carolina Tar Heels have received a major ranking ahead of the 2026 football season.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- North Carolina

Rylan Griffen moves toward Texas A&M return mid NCAA legal fight

Rylan Griffen has enrolled at A&M after securing a TRO against the NCAA and SEC. His eligibility now hinges on a Sept. 11 preliminary injunction.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Texas A&M

GIRLS BASKETBALL: Valley View all-state guard Castellani commits to Bucknell University

Cora Castellani has seen Bucknell University merchandise in her family’s house for most of her life. More than three decades ago, her father, Corey, was a linebacker for the Bison in the early 1990s after earning all-state honors at Valley View. Now, he will have to dig out some of his old sweatshirts, and the family will spend a few more years cheering on the blue and orange, but this time on ...

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Coastal Carolina

Lions player on roster bubble with most at stake in 2026 NFL preseason finale

The Detroit Lions will close their preseason Saturday afternoon vs. the Indianapolis Colts with several roster decisions still unresolved. No player carries a more complicated case into the finale than cornerback Ennis Rakestraw Jr. The Lions selected Rakestraw in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft to strengthen its secondary. Injuries have […] The post Lions player on roster bubble with most at stake in 2026 NFL preseason finale appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Missouri

Washington Football Has 4 Named to 2026 Comeback POY Award Watch List

Four members of the Washington Huskies were named to the 2026 college football Comeback POY Award watch list.

Yahoo Sports College Football -- Washington