Saturday college football: three ranked matchups lead into Miami–Clemson
Alabama–Mississippi State starts at noon; Ohio State–Iowa and Florida–Missouri share the afternoon before Miami’s ACC road test.
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Coen backs Hunter’s usage as Jacksonville leans on his cornerback work
The Jaguars coach stresses winning before Cincinnati, with Hunter’s offensive work still limited.
Pitt escapes Virginia Tech; Liberty and Northwestern power Friday wins
The turning points from Friday’s three games, with each final and links to the full game recaps.
Northwestern runs for 413 yards to beat Penn State 34–13 in Ryan Field opener
Komolafe and Himon combine for 350 rushing yards as the Wildcats take their first Big Ten win of the season.
Hawkins faces another move after reported Memphis departure
The former lottery pick can seek a new team once he clears waivers, Shams Charania reports.
Seventy advance at six under as Utah resumes with Roy one behind Smotherman
Koivun, Tosti and Svensson qualify; Finau and McNealy miss the weekend after the second round concludes.
Pitt survives last-second field goal miss to beat Virginia Tech 35–33
Geriner replaces an injured Heintschel, Hicks catches two touchdowns and four takeaways help Pitt reach 5–0.
Bagent expected to get Jets start after Keenum’s Monday win
Caleb Williams remains out, and the reported practice workload points toward Bagent for Sunday.
Davis runs for 147 yards as Liberty beats Delaware 30–14
The Flames build a 30–0 lead while Delaware gives Archield his first collegiate start.
Chargers elevate Patrick Herbert and Caleb Murphy before Seattle game
The Chargers elevated tight end Patrick Herbert and outside linebacker Caleb Murphy from the practice squad Saturday for Sunday's game at Seattle. Both players were also elevated last week at Buffalo, giving Los Angeles continuity among its additional game-day options as it travels north.
Baker Mayfield expected back at practice Wednesday; Panthers start undecided
Tampa Bay will assess Mayfield’s grip and passing velocity after three games out with a dislocated right thumb, while preparing Jalon Daniels too.
Archield opens at quarterback for Delaware against Liberty
A timestamped live update resolves the Blue Hens’ opening quarterback assignment; the game remains in progress.
Penn State needs offensive answers as Chiles tests its takeaway defense
Both teams enter Friday 0-1 in the conference; kickoff is 8 p.m. Eastern on FOX.
Grunkemeyer and Overton give Pitt two problems in its first road test
The two 4-0 teams meet Friday at 7 p.m. Eastern on ESPN, with the winner moving to 2-0 in ACC play.
Joe Brady expects Coleman ready as Bills await Benford and Davis decisions
Buffalo lists Benford and Davis as questionable and Sanders as doubtful before Sunday’s Patriots game.
New York order gives Keyshawn Hall a temporary path to St. John's lineup
The Auburn transfer can participate under interim court protection, with his longer eligibility request still unresolved.
Panthers put Legette on IR; Freeling clears concussion protocol
Carolina placed Xavier Legette on injured reserve Saturday, extending the wide receiver's absence beyond Sunday night's game against Detroit. The Panthers also announced that left tackle Monroe Freeling cleared concussion protocol and is cleared to play, removing another uncertainty from an offense still waiting on Jalen Coker.
NC State faces more line uncertainty as Louisville awaits key availability decisions
Thursday’s ACC report leaves McCrimon questionable and Sowells out, with Friday and game-day updates still to come.
Cowboys elevate Steward and Thomas; Texans add Murray for Sunday
Dallas elevated defensive backs Reddy Steward and Juanyeh Thomas from the practice squad Saturday for Sunday's game at Houston. The additions give the Cowboys two more secondary options alongside the expected debut of newly acquired cornerback Joey Porter Jr.
Payne’s Valley’s island finish leaves a year of lost balls to count
Big Cedar says it counted the balls recovered from the bonus hole’s pond; the setting explains why the question caught golfers’ attention.
Tom Kim wins Asian Games gold with 64 and earns military-service exemption
Kim finishes three shots clear at 18 under; South Korea takes team silver behind China.
McLaurin questionable, White out as Mariota prepares for London start
Washington adds a Friday hamstring concern at receiver and confirms Rachaad White will miss the Colts game.
Horvat gives Sebonack a 9.9 after an eagle putt and a windy round
The golf creator separates the course, food and overall experience in his visit to the Nicklaus–Doak design in Southampton.
TGL keeps ESPN as its U.S. TV home ahead of a seven-team season
A multiyear renewal keeps the indoor golf league with ESPN. Its next season begins December 27, with Motor City Golf Club joining the field.