The Missing “Why” in College Football?
I have been comparing the structure of College Football to UK sports quite a bit in recent weeks. Whilst doing so, something had been bothering me about the comparisons. This week I finally figured...
How can the College Football Playoff be Improved?
College football is evolving rapidly and changes to the postseason form part of that evolution. As the sport transitions towards professionalism, the College Football Playoff (CFP) is on the brink of further evolution. But...
What Does a College Football Offensive Coordinator Really Do?
Whilst head coaches tend to grab the headlines and post-game interviews, much of a team’s on-field offensive success can be traced back to another critical figure, the college football offensive coordinator. If you’re a...
The Many Roles of a College Football Head Coach
One of the key things to understand for new UK fans of college football is just how central, and stretched, the head coach is. As well as calling plays or giving big locker room...
The Blueprint for a Top NFL Draft Pick
What separates a first-round NFL Draft pick from a late-round hopeful? This article explores the blueprint teams use to evaluate talent, from physical traits and football IQ to scheme fit and character—highlighted through the rise of 2025’s top pick, Cam Ward. A must-read for college football and NFL fans alike.
Nico Iamaleava NIL Saga and its Impact on College Football
The recent saga surrounding Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava has sparked intense debate across the college football community. His story will likely become a cautionary tale in the evolution of Name, Image, and Likeness (“NIL”)...
How does NIL work in College Football?
The NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) agreement allows college athletes to profit from their personal brand, emerged after 2021 due to court rulings like O’Bannon vs NCAA. Historically, college athletes could not be paid, but massive revenue from sports raised concerns about their rights. NIL enables athletes to enter contracts for endorsements, public appearances, and uses professional agents, while prohibiting pay-for-play schemes. Funding often comes from NIL collectives tied to colleges. The landscape is shifting toward potential professionalization of college sports, with significant implications for athlete decision-making and the future of college football.
What’s in the College Football News This Week
It is still reasonably quiet on the College Football news front this week. We have the NFL draft and later stages of March Madness on the horizon which is keeping the focus. But I...
College Football Pick of the News
A slightly different article this week where I look at my pick of the news stories. The key one being the interview I heard with the Head Coach of the Washington Huskies. Coach Jedd Fisch emphasizes the negative impact of early games on player welfare. He also advocates for accessible spring games to enhance fan experience.
Why Are Teams Cancelling Spring Games?
Spring marks the beginning of training for college football teams, culminating in the Spring game, an opportunity for coaches to assess players and engage fans. However, many teams are cancelling these games due to concerns about long seasons, player safety, and tampering issues. This trend raises questions about fan engagement and replacements for the traditional Spring game.
The Shifting Landscape of College Football
This week, discussions among college football conference commissioners did not reach a conclusion, regarding potential landscape changes. The Power 4, particularly the SEC and Big Ten, dominate the sport, and their financial advantages grow. Proposed playoff expansions raise concerns about equity for lower conferences and threaten the sport’s competitive dynamics, generating unease among fans.
