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FILE- Jon Vaughn, a former University of Michigan football player speaks in Ann Arbor, Mich., June 16, 2021. A financial payout for more than 1,000 people — mostly men — who say they were sexually assaulted by former University of Michigan sports doctor Robert Anderson is the latest multimillion-dollar settlement involving schools faced with sexual misconduct scandals. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Abuse victims see inequity in payouts at 2 Michigan schools

By Corey Willams And Mike Householder 5 hrs ago

Auburn center Dylan Cardwell (44) reacts after a Georgia turnover during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
NCAA ratifies new constitution, paving way to restructuring

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 20, 2022 03:22 PM EST

Alabama head coach Nick Saban watches warm ups before the College Football Playoff championship football game against Georgia Monday, Jan. 10, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Nick Saban, others urge Manchin to protect voting rights

By Leah Willingham Jan. 18, 2022 02:32 PM EST

Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., center left, celebrates his touchdown catch with offensive lineman Luke Wypler during the first half in the Rose Bowl NCAA college football game against Utah Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
2 defensive coaches hired as Ohio State revamps staff

Jan. 14, 2022 05:40 PM EST

FILE - Georgia head coach Kirby Smart speaks with Alabama head coach Nick Saban before the first half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, in Atlanta. Georgia plays Alabama in the College Football Playoff national championship game on Jan. 10, 2022. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File)
Coach Chameleon: Saban's greatness lies in his adaptability

By Paul Newberry Jan. 10, 2022 02:42 AM EST

Patrons walk past the College Football Playoff National Championship display on Monument Circle, Friday, Jan. 7, 2022, in Indianapolis. Alabama and Georgia are scheduled to play in the championship game on Jan. 10 at Lucas Oil Stadium. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Commissioners to report on CFP expansion talks to presidents

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 09, 2022 04:51 PM EST

Hawaii lawmakers hear football program concerns

Jan. 08, 2022 07:31 PM EST
HONOLULU (AP) — The University of Hawaii Board of Regents plans to address the issue of morale on the university's football team following a legislative hearing that...

FILE - Alabama quarterback Bryce Young (9) works against Georgia during the second half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game Dec. 4, 2021, in Atlanta. Alabama plays Georgia in the College Football Playoff national championship game on Jan. 10, 2022.(AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)
Two roads: Young, Bennett take different paths to CFP stage

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 08, 2022 01:20 PM EST

The westside of Oregon State University's Reser Stadium falls during an implosion in Corvallis, Ore., Friday, Jan. 7, 2022. The implosion was part of a $153 million upgrade project that began in 2005. (Kylie Graham/The Corvallis Gazette-Times via AP)
Oregon State implodes west side of Reser Stadium

Jan. 07, 2022 06:53 PM EST

Clemson hires former Tigers DE Nick Eason as assistant coach

Jan. 07, 2022 09:35 AM EST
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Former Clemson defensive end Nick Eason was hired as the Tigers defensive tackles coach. Eason received a three-year contract at ...

Long Island University hires Ron Cooper as football coach

Jan. 04, 2022 06:32 PM EST
BROOKVILLE, N.Y. (AP) — Long Island University has hired veteran coach Ron Cooper, who spent this season working for Alabama, to lead its football program. ...

Georgia Tech hires Chris Weinke as quarterbacks coach

Jan. 04, 2022 05:26 PM EST
ATLANTA (AP) — Former Heisman Trophy winner Chris Weinke was named Georgia Tech's quarterbacks coach on Tuesday. Following a 3-9 season that ended with...

FILE -Julie Cromer Peoples, interim athletic director for the University of Arkansas, talks about the decision to fire Arkansas coach Bret Bielema following a Razorbacks NCAA college football game against Missouri, Friday, Nov. 24, 2017, in Fayetteville, Ark. From court losses to political pressure to questions about how — and if — athletes should be compensated, the NCAA and college sports have faced all sorts of potential existential threats for more than 100 years. Greg Sankey has been appointed co-chairperson of the NCAA's Division I Transformation Committee, along with Ohio University athletic director Julie Cromer. (AP Photo/Michael Woods, File)
For NCAA, year of upheaval leads to need for transformation

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 30, 2021 01:06 PM EST

FILE - South Carolina quarterback Zeb Noland warms up before the start of an NCAA college football game against Missouri Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, in Columbia, Mo. Noland, who began the season as a graduate assistant coach for South Carolina coach Shane Beamer, will get the start at quarterback for the Gamecocks after Jason Brown entered the transfer portal. (AP Photo/L.G. Patterson, File)
Mayonnaise bath awaits winning coach of Duke's Mayo Bowl

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2021 01:23 PM EST

FILE - Maryland quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa (3) scores a touchdown against Rutgers during the first half of an NCAA football game, Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, in Piscataway, N.J. Virginia Tech and Maryland each have six wins and are trying for a winning record when they meet Wednesday, Dec. 29, at Yankee Stadium in the Pinstripe Bowl. Tagovailoa, an Alabama transfer, threw for 3,595 yards and 24 touchdowns this season, with 11 interceptions. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray, File)
Virginia Tech, Maryland vie in Pinstripe Bowl, both at 6-6

By Dan Gelston Dec. 28, 2021 03:13 PM EST

FILE - Texas Tech interim coach Sonny Cumbie talks to his players on the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Oklahoma State, Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in Lubbock, Texas. (AP Photo/Brad Tollefson, File)
Leach, Mississippi State take on Texas Tech in Liberty Bowl

By Teresa M. Walker Dec. 27, 2021 06:17 PM EST

FILE - American League pitcher Don Sutton of the Los Angeles Dodgers pitches in the 48th All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium in New York, Tuesday, July 20, 1977. In 2021, baseball lost three notable former players, Hall of Famer Sutton, Ray Fosse and J.R. Richard. Sutton won 324 games with five teams. (AP Photo, File)
Aaron, Elder overcame hate to achieve records, milestones

By Bernie Wilson Dec. 27, 2021 03:41 PM EST

FILE - Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher yells to the officials during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Auburn Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in College Station, Texas. No. 23 Texas A&M won’t play in the Gator Bowl against Wake Forest on Dec. 31 because of COVID-19 issues and season-ending injuries, the team announced Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021. “It is unfortunate, but we just don’t have enough scholarship players available to field a team,” Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher said in a news release. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
Rutgers keeps Wake Forest guessing on Gator Bowl roster

By Tom Canavan Dec. 27, 2021 02:47 PM EST

FILE - Western Michigan's Skyy Moore plays during an NCAA football game on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, in Kalamazoo, Mich. Moore caught 91 passes for 1,256 yards and 10 touchdowns this season. The sophomore torched Eastern Michigan and Northern Illinois defensive backs in the Broncos’ last two games, catching a combined 24 passes for 387 yards and five TDs.(AP Photo/Al Goldis, File)
Nevada missing leaders at Quick Lane Bowl vs. W. Michigan

By The Associated Press Dec. 26, 2021 01:57 PM EST

Graham Neff promoted to athletic director at Clemson

Dec. 23, 2021 03:22 PM EST
CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson promoted Graham Neff to athletic director on Thursday, elevating an assistant in the department who is well-liked by the program's...