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Mississippi State quarterback Will Rogers (2)looks to pass the ball against Memphis during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Starkville, Miss., Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Upstart Arizona tries for another big win vs. Mississippi St

By The Associated Press Sep. 08, 2022 12:26 PM EDT

Alabama coach Nick Saban watches during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Utah State, Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
No. 12 Florida takes on No. 20 Kentucky in SEC East showdown

By Gary B. Graves Sep. 08, 2022 01:26 AM EDT

Georgia defensive back Christopher Smith (29) intercepts a pass from Oregon quarterback Bo Nix in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
SEC teams get more chances for September statements

By John Zenor Sep. 07, 2022 01:32 AM EDT

TCU linebacker Dee Winters, right, tackles Colorado quarterback Brendon Lewis during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Sept. 2, 2022, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Caleb Williams shines in USC debut, Nix struggles for Oregon

By Pat Graham Sep. 06, 2022 04:25 PM EDT

Mississippi State running back Jo'quavious Marks (7) is tackled by Memphis linebacker Xavier Cullens (8) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Starkville, Miss., Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Rogers throws for 5 TDs, Mississippi St. knocks off Memphis

By Robbie Faulk Sep. 04, 2022 01:30 AM EDT

FILE - Mississippi State linebacker Tyrus Wheat (2) recovers a fumble by Auburn quarterback TJ Finley (1) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, in Auburn, Ala. Memphis plays Mississippi State on Sept. 3. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)
Mississippi St, Memphis meet in clash of prolific offenses

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2022 04:22 PM EDT

FILE - Washington State Cougars defensive end Ron Stone Jr. (10) defends against the California Golden Bears during an NCAA football game on Oct. 2, 2021 in Berkeley, Calif. (AP Photo/Lachlan Cunningham, File)
Washington St., Idaho renew 'Battle of the Palouse' series

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2022 12:50 PM EDT

FILE - Pittsburgh's Issac Bennett leans into the end zone past West Virginia's Keith Tandy during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Nov. 25, 2011, in Morgantown, W.Va. The rivalry between the longtime rivals will be renewed following an 11-year hiatus on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022, when the 17th-ranked Panthers host the Mountaineers. (AP Photo/Jeff Gentner, File)
PICK SIX PLUS: A dream road trip to see every Top 25 team

By Noah Trister Aug. 31, 2022 02:41 PM EDT

FILE - Tennessee quarterback Hendon Hooker plays against Purdue in the first half of the Music City Bowl NCAA college football game on Dec. 30, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. Hooker goes into his sixth season as the starter. He earned the job last season after coming off the bench to set program records for a 181.4 passing efficiency and a 68% completion percentage. Hooker also threw 31 touchdowns with only three interceptions. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, File)
Stacked: SEC QB talent goes well beyond Young, Bennett

By John Zenor Aug. 31, 2022 02:32 PM EDT

FILE - Jackson State football coach Deion Sanders calls out a play in the first half of Jackson State's Blue and White Spring NCAA college football game April 24, 2022, in Jackson, Miss. Last season, Sanders' second as Jackson State head coach, the Tigers went 11-2 and won the Southwestern Athletic Conference. Then Sanders signed two Power Five-level recruits to the HBCU, an unprecedented recruiting feat. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis, File)
On Football: Could Coach Prime jump from SWAC to big-time?

By Ralph D. Russo Aug. 30, 2022 10:30 AM EDT

FILE - Miami quarterback Tyler Van Dyke (9) throws a pass at the team's NCAA college football facility, Friday, Aug. 5, 2022, in Coral Gables, Fla. Tyler Van Dyke has studied every play from his 2021 season at Miami, some more than others. The quarterback for the 16th-ranked Hurricanes is motivated by the plays that didn't work. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier, File)
Miami QB Tyler Van Dyke ready for his encore performance

By Tim Reynolds Aug. 29, 2022 04:02 PM EDT

Mississippi head coach Lane Kiffin, left, confers with Mississippi wide receiver Sellers Shy (15) during an NCAA college football practice, Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2022, in Oxford, Miss. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
It's Prime time in Mississippi, with dose of Kiffin, Leach

By John Zenor Aug. 26, 2022 02:51 PM EDT

FILE - Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, center, is greeted by his wife Mary Beth Smart, right, after a win over Florida in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. Georgia is No. 3 in The Associated Press preseason college football poll, released Monday, Aug. 15, 2022. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
SEC: Alabama, Georgia, Texas A&M in hunt for national title

By John Zenor Aug. 24, 2022 11:53 AM EDT

FILE - Texas Tech coach Mike Leach, center, is dunked with water by Wes Welker (27), left, and Cody Campbell (64) right during the final minutes against Navy in the Houston Bowl on Dec. 30, 2003 in Houston. Of the top 25 most-prolific passing seasons in major college football history by yards per game, 12 have direct connections to Hal Mumme and Leach — from Kentucky to Houston to Texas Tech to New Mexico State to Washington State. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
Air Raid evolution: Pioneering offense passes test of time

By Ralph D. Russo Aug. 24, 2022 09:21 AM EDT

FILE - Texas Tech quarterback Tyler Shough (12) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Texas on Sept. 25, 2021, in Austin, Texas. Former Oregon transfer Tyler Shough threw for 872 yards and six touchdowns in his four games last season before breaking his collarbone. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton, File)
McGuire hopes to 'accelerate process' for Texas Tech title

By Stephen Hawkins Aug. 19, 2022 12:52 PM EDT

FILE - Georgia quarterback JT Daniels (18) talks with head coach Kirby Smart in the second half of an NCAA college football game against Charleston Southern Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in Athens, Ga. Daniels transferred to West Virginia from national champion Georgia, where he lost his starting job last season. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
New coordinator, QB give West Virginia hope for improvement

By John Raby Aug. 19, 2022 10:15 AM EDT

Mississippi State quarterback Will Rogers, right, stands ready as quarterback Sawyer Robertson (12) sets up to pass during NCAA college football practice Friday, Aug. 5, 2022, in Starkville, Miss. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)
Experienced Mississippi State 'excited' about next step

By Gary B. Graves Aug. 16, 2022 09:58 AM EDT

Mississippi State head coach Mike Leach speaks during NCAA college football Southeastern Conference Media Days, Tuesday, July 19, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Saban: Alabama players topped $3 million in NIL money

Jul. 19, 2022 04:59 PM EDT

FILE - Mississippi State coach Mike Leach on the sidelines against Arkansas during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in Fayetteville, Ark. Leach has signed a two-year contract extension through 2025 after leading the Bulldogs to their second consecutive bowl appearance, as confirmed by an MSU official on Wednesday, June 29, 2022. The third-year coach’s annual base salary increases from $5 million to $5.5 million. (AP Photo/Michael Woods, File)
Leach signs 2-year contract extension with Mississippi State

Jun. 29, 2022 03:55 PM EDT

USC assistant football coach Dave Nichol dies at 45

By Greg Beacham Mar. 25, 2022 08:09 PM EDT
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Southern California assistant football coach Dave Nichol died Friday in McKinney, Texas. He was 45. A person with knowledge of the...