NCAA News -- August 31, 2026
15 NCAA headlines from August 31, 2026.
Iowa’s quarterback competition remains unresolved less than a week before the Hawkeyes open the 2026 season against Northern Illinois on Sept. 5 at Kinnick Stadium. Third-year quarterback Jeremy Hecklinski and fourth-year signal-caller Hank Brown have remained close throughout fall camp, according to head coach Kirk Ferentz. The competition is […] The post Iowa football news: Hawkeyes' QB situation still a mystery days before 2026 opener appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Yahoo Sports College Football -- Iowa
Ole Miss Rebels took their Heisman push to a new level on August 30, putting quarterback Trinidad Chambliss and running back Kewan Lacy on the Las Vegas Sphere. The move came a week before the Rebels’ season opener against Louisville and drew an immediate reaction from rival fans.
Yahoo Sports College Football -- Ole Miss
Former TCU safety Jacob Fields has turned himself in to Tarrant County authorities for an assault charge stemming from a locker room incident with a teammate that led to him getting kicked off the team.
Yahoo Sports College Football -- TCU
Marcus Stokes threw for 223 yards and two touchdowns as Memphis rattled off the final 13 points to beat UNLV 27-21 on Saturday night in a season opener for both teams.
Yahoo Sports College Football -- Memphis
A new era begins in East Lansing as the Spartans debut a revamped roster. Expect fireworks under the Friday night lights with daring offensive plays against Toledo.
Yahoo Sports College Football -- Michigan State
DJ Lagway will lead the Baylor offense in Jake Spavital's third season as offensive coordinator, but plenty of questions remain behind him.
Yahoo Sports College Football -- Baylor
The Seahawks finally signed cornerback Terrion Arnold, more than two weeks after agreeing to a deal with him.
ProFootballTalk -- UAB
Success on the field and the recruiting trail, drama everywhere else. It is the Lane Kiffin mission statement.
Yahoo Sports College Football -- LSU
Bear Bachmeier chases records and a playoff berth while star back LJ Martin eyes history under a new defensive scheme during the Cougars' most anticipated season yet.
Yahoo Sports College Football -- BYU
Two slow offensive starts in 2024 and 2025 have Mateer's eyes set on getting the 2026 season rolling on the right foot.
Yahoo Sports College Football -- Oklahoma
Auburn football enters Week 1 against Baylor as a 7.5-point favorite, and the Tigers may have another major advantage. Alex Golesh appears to have replaced Auburn's offseason losses better than Baylor, which must replace Sawyer Robertson, Bryson Washington and four offensive linemen.
Yahoo Sports College Football -- Baylor
Florida State's all-purpose munition, Sam Singleton Jr., had a breakout game against New Mexico State on Saturday night, accounting for 164 all-purpose yards and two touchdowns in the Seminoles 34-17 victory. Coach Mike Norvell must keep the ball in Singleton's hands as much as possible this season.
Yahoo Sports College Football -- New Mexico State
Two future Golden Eagles made strong first impressions to begin their senior seasons on Friday night, with Caiden Wade and Chase Gathings delivering big performances in convincing Week 1 wins.
Yahoo Sports College Football -- Southern Miss
Breaking down your biggest questions, comments, and hot takes on this week's edition of "Send Em In Sunday".
Yahoo Sports College Football -- Tennessee
USC quarterback Jayden Maiava may be overlooked in the 2026 Heisman Trophy race, but a strong season from the Trojans could quickly change that.
Yahoo Sports College Football -- USC