Bama stays on top as TCU rises to No 3 in CFP rankings
AP reports TCU jumps to No 3 in final CFP rankings ahead of Florida State. Alabama remains No 1 and Oregon No 2. Florida State sits fourth with ACC title shot versus Georgia Tech. Ohio State, Baylor, and Baylor’s win over TCU impact late-season seedings as Boise State leads non‑Power Five with 10-2.
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Georgia Southern denied bowl eligibility in first FBS season
Georgia Southern's appeal for bowl eligibility was rejected by the NCAA after finishing 9-3 and 8-0 in Sun Belt play. Athletic director Tom Kleinlein called the season extraordinary and said no further appeal will be submitted. The Eagles are among a small group to win a conference title in their first FBS year.
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Michigan fires Hoke as search for coach begins
Michigan announced Brady Hoke's dismissal after a 5-7 season ending with a loss to Ohio State, ending a four year tenure marked by an initial Sugar Bowl run but steady decline. Interim athletic director Jim Hackett said the move aims to restore the program's elite status and begin a national coaching search.
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UAB to Shutter Football After Strong Season
UAB will discontinue its football program after a year praised as strong, citing unsustainable costs. President Ray Watts announced the decision following a campus study outlining a $49 million five year shortfall with football and $22 million needed for facilities.
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Graham grapplers look to repeat success this season
The Graham wrestling team returns 14 weight class entries with lettermen Chandler Asbury Austin Byrd and Jacob Lester among the starters. Woodward notes a mix of experienced and new wrestlers and high hopes to avoid illness or injuries as the season opens in Tazewell with a busy schedule including Bobby Bates Aggie Skeens and Graham Invitational.
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