Cortez Broughton
FILE - In this Nov. 17, 2018, file photo, Cincinnati quarterback Desmond Ridder scrambles next to Central Florida defensive lineman Joey Connors (91) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Orlando, Fla. The Bearcats return most of their key players for a tough schedule that opens with UCLA and Ohio State. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Experienced Bearcats try to build on breakout season

By Joe Kay Aug. 15, 2019 05:50 PM EDT

Alabama's Tua Tagovailoa throws during the first half the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
AP Top 25 Heat Check: Wrapping up 2018 with eye toward 2019

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 08, 2019 12:30 PM EST

FILE - In a Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018 file photo, Cincinnati running back Michael Warren II celebrates after scoring a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Navy, in Cincinnati. Virginia Tech (6-6) must defeat Cincinnati in the Military Bowl on Monday, Dec. 31 to avoid its first losing season since 1992.(AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)
Virginia Tech, Cincinnati strive for goals in Military Bowl

By David Ginsburg Dec. 30, 2018 02:47 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 10, 2018, file photo, Central Florida quarterback McKenzie Milton (10) rolls out to throw a pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Navy in Orlando, Fla. Milton and the Knights have feasted on overmatched foes for much of the season, but they face one of their toughest challenges Saturday when they host Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
No. 19 Cincinnati enjoying resurgence under Fickell

By Joe Kay Nov. 15, 2018 03:45 PM EST

No. 25 Cincinnati in hunt for AAC title in November

By Joe Kay Nov. 09, 2018 04:00 PM EST
CINCINNATI (AP) — Whenever senior defensive tackle Cortez Broughton mentioned the American Athletic Conference championship over the summer, he'd get a look that...

FILE - In this Nov. 19, 2016, file photo, Ohio State coach Urban Meyer, left, and Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio shake hands after the Spartans won 17-16 in NCAA college football game in East Lansing, Mich. Ohio State visits Michigan State needing a win to stay on track for a Big Ten East showdown with Michigan in two weeks. (AP Photo/Al Goldis, File)
College Football Picks: Mich. St, Auburn try to play spoiler

By Ralph D. Russo Nov. 07, 2018 02:00 PM EST

Fighter jets fly over Nippert Stadium during the national anthem before an NCAA college football game between Cincinnati and Navy, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Cincinnati's run defense throttles Navy's option in 42-0 win

By Joe Kay Nov. 03, 2018 07:03 PM EDT

No. 20 Cincinnati looks to stay perfect, faces Temple

By Dan Gelston Oct. 19, 2018 01:15 PM EDT
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The important number for No. 20 Cincinnati in its first game as a ranked team is the line against Temple: 3½. The Owls are 3½-point...