https://www.cbssports.com CBS Interactive Inc. en-us The latest sports news from CBSSports.com CBS Sports Headlines Sun, 14 Jun 2026 09:43:18 +0000 https://sports.cbsimg.net/fly/images/cbssports/logo-digital.png CBSSports.com https://www.cbssports.com Why the revamped Pac-12 immediately moves to the front of the Group of Six hierarchy https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/pac-12-college-footballs-conference-hierarchy/ An overhauled Pac-12 will be back on the field this season, but where will it rank among the other leagues next season? Sat, 13 Jun 2026 21:58:55 +0000 David Cobb bcdcfc19-d6a0-4b07-b156-6b2da1a4fb33 SEC warns Protect College Sports Act will trigger more lawsuits, not fewer https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/sec-protect-college-sports-lawsuits/ A June 8 memo obtained by CBS Sports shows the conference's specific objections to the Protect College Sports Act. Sat, 13 Jun 2026 21:42:37 +0000 Brandon Marcello 849e8cdf-83dd-4d4b-8307-a96ae4c7d9af Donovan McNabb Jr commits to UNLV: Dan Mullen secures pledge from son of six-time Pro Bowler https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/donovan-mcnabb-unlv-dan-mullen/ The younger McNabb joins the Mountain West's No. 1-ranked recruiting class in the 2027 cycle, according to 247Sports Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:54:58 +0000 Cody Nagel 691a0751-6bb7-4420-a637-b7c5a4d8726d NCAA claims Protect College Sports Act would override Brendan Sorsby ruling in memo to commissioners https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/ncaa-brendan-sorsby-protect-college-sports-act/ The NCAA argues the college sports bill, if passed, would "resolve" the issue despite a court injunction allowing the Texas Tech QB to play this season Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:22:33 +0000 Austin Nivison eaad493c-efe0-4b7d-ac47-e5c7fc513de4 Big 12 weighs Texas Tech sanctions amid legal warning from Texas AG over Brendan Sorsby case https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/brendan-sorsby-big-12-sanctions-texas-tech-attorney-general/ The Texas Attorney General's Office warned of $200 million in antitrust exposure if the Big 12 takes action against Texas Tech Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:50:34 +0000 Brandon Marcello a7682008-6606-48d7-ba3d-926c54adaaf6 Texas Tech had the chance to become a great success story, but chose to be a victim instead https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-gambling-ncaa-victim/ By throwing all its weight behind Brendan Sorsby, Texas Tech drastically altered its public perception Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:21:04 +0000 Tom Fornelli 0a414805-2b4f-4e8e-848f-f9e7be4fbe5f Will Michigan's new-look offense thrive in 2026 as Bryce Underwood, 5-star RB Savion Hiter join forces? https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/michigan-new-look-offense-2026-bryce-underwood-savion-hiter/ Michigan figures to lean on its ground game, which features an exciting true freshman RB, while star QB Bryce Underwood develops Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:36:40 +0000 Austin Nivison 9410a322-a9e6-4470-a406-b096b4edecbe Big Ten insiders reveal 15 potential breakout players ahead of the 2026 college football season https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/big-ten-breakout-players-2026-insiders/ Sources across the Big Ten believe these 15 players are primed to break through this fall Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:08:26 +0000 Brad Crawford 527d91ab-312e-4dfe-b06d-9cf9abec977f Texas Tech releases 21-minute video defending Brendan Sorsby's reinstatement, but questions still remain https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/texas-tech-sorsby-video-defense-gambling-reinstatement/ Texas Tech's leadership released a unified video defending Brendan Sorsby's return, framing it as a moral obligation to support a student battling addiction. But the explanation -- heartfelt as it is -- can't escape the tension between genuine care and competitive incentive Fri, 12 Jun 2026 03:23:01 +0000 Shehan Jeyarajah 4770262e-f557-4c8d-80f2-5b16abe1da31 College football betting: 2026 SEC futures odds, best bets https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/college-football-betting-2026-sec-futures-odds-best-bets/ Why the LSU Tigers provide the best value to win the conference title in their first year under coach Lane Kiffin Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:45:14 +0000 Gene Menez 7bb8f353-ce53-4758-8305-eb903976450e From hidden gem to WR1: Inside Indiana star Charlie Becker's rise as a top 2027 NFL Draft prospect https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/charlie-becker-indiana-nfl-draft-2027/ The Hoosiers' top returning receiver is giving off superstar vibes coming out of spring practice Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:37:31 +0000 Brad Crawford 7879b272-1915-4d4b-b62f-278789b37852 Texas Tech isn't protecting integrity -- it's protecting its quarterback https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/texas-tech-isnt-protecting-integrity-its-protecting-its-quarterback/ Texas Tech says keeping Brendan Sorsby active is about supporting his recovery, but critics argue the school is prioritizing football over integrity after a clear gambling violation Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:30:35 +0000 Richard Johnson 799a6d7c-6311-4528-a4e3-9764dd45f71e College football QB tiers: Arch Manning, Dante Moore lead top group in 2026 class https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-qb-tiers-arch-manning-dante-moore/ From the All-Americans to the unknowns, we break down every Power Four starting quarterback heading into the 2026 college football season Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:12:32 +0000 David Cobb 00c3ddeb-b380-4552-be5a-3aa209cf9663 Texas Tech athletic director defends actions on Brendan Sorsby as school shows no signs of backing down https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/brendan-sorsby-fallout-texas-tech-athletic-director-backlash/ Texas Tech athletic director Kirby Hocutt defended Brendan Sorsby and his school as the Red Raiders reportedly take steps toward a high-stakes legal showdown ahead of the 2026 season Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:25:02 +0000 Austin Nivison fd393264-56ce-4b0f-aa91-f6a958f9e864 Deion Sanders announces he is 'cancer-free,' thankful to be healthy heading into Year 4 at Colorado https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/deion-sanders-cancer-free-colorado/ The Buffaloes coach is back to full strength in time for the 2026 season Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:36:17 +0000 Brad Crawford 6d46dd0d-64e9-4329-ab97-efa67a260eb6 Brendan Sorsby fallout: Georgia, Nebraska boycott future games vs. Texas Tech as Big 12, Big Ten mull action https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/brendan-sorsby-fallout-georgia-nebraska-texas-tech-big-12-big-ten/ Athletic directors and conference commissioners are reacting strongly to an injunction that restored Brendan Sorsby's eligibility for the 2026 season Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:59:26 +0000 Brad Crawford 48d85011-3fe8-4512-9bc4-b675aa168bf6 Texas Tech's decision on Brendan Sorsby threatens to throw a live grenade into college football powder keg https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-decision-college-football/ With the Big 12 and national college football landscapes hanging in the balance, Texas Tech can't afford to take a chance on playing Sorsby Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:57:23 +0000 Brandon Marcello b91eac89-e2c2-4443-b14c-d2409e0659bd From free cruises to cash-filled birthday cards: The wild shadow economy of unofficial recruiting visits https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/unofficial-visit-payments-nil-recruiting-loopholes/ Schools are increasingly paying for unofficial visits despite NCAA rules preventing it. Here's how the system works -- legally and illegally -- and why enforcement can't keep up Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:24:38 +0000 Chris Hummer 7f9cfb5b-0c3b-46e2-805e-1aa97e4af473 Inside UFC heavyweight star Josh Hokit's time as a college football walk-on https://www.cbssports.com/ufc/news/josh-hokit-fresno-state-ufc-white-house-freedom-250/ Hokit turned a high school dream into near reality as he sits on the cusp of a heavyweight title shot Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:38:50 +0000 Chris Hummer 94295e2c-0466-4150-a2e0-649cf8345dd0 How Knicks can adjust for Game 4 bounce-back; game-by-game World Cup picks; Stanley Cup Final all tied up https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/how-knicks-can-adjust-for-game-4-bounce-back-game-by-game-world-cup-picks-stanley-cup-final-all-tied-up/ Plus our first two-round NBA mock draft Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:58:37 +0000 Carter Bahns 56632e88-89c7-4901-b0a9-1c9dc560aeec Brendan Sorsby granted 2026 eligibility: Texas Tech QB wins injunction vs. NCAA amid gambling probe https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/brendan-sorsby-granted-2026-eligibilty-texas-tech-qb-ncaa-gambling/ A judge ruled on Monday that Sorsby will be eligible to participate during the 2026 season Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:23:16 +0000 Shehan Jeyarajah d37ab3df-f742-4a1a-8f45-8af73d0ee98c Ohio State freshman WR duo pushing for early playing time alongside Jeremiah Smith https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/ohio-state-freshman-wr-jeremiah-smith/ Ohio State freshmen Chris Henry Jr. and Brock Boyd are pushing for early snaps in a wide‑open receiver room. Here's why both newcomers could contribute in 2026 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:02:21 +0000 Cody Nagel 1d1c5b16-8530-4a99-a20a-0fe0e8265358 College football coaches with the most to lose in 2026: Can Lincoln Riley finally elevate USC? https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-coaches-most-to-lose-2026-lincoln-riley-usc/ These six Power Four coaches face major crossroads in their tenures this fall Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:40:04 +0000 Brad Crawford 6c8ed1f2-cdaa-4621-90f9-1aab6ddcf432 Spurs silence MSG with Game 3 victory over Knicks; Texas Tech's Brendan Sorsby eligible for 2026 season https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/spurs-silence-msg-with-game-3-victory-over-knicks-texas-techs-brendan-sorsby-eligible-for-2026-season/ Plus, identifying potential breakout NFL stars in 2026 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:00:47 +0000 Austin Nivison 7d0ebb7a-b20e-4439-b20a-085f3518906d Kentucky DL Nic Smith dies at 20: Redshirt freshman was entering second season with program https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/nic-smith-dies-kentucky-football/ A native of Georgia, Smith redshirted at Kentucky last season as a true freshman Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:55:58 +0000 Austin Nivison 25df1d83-5d37-4ae9-8623-fc2d132f59d8 Stunning Brendan Sorsby ruling raises the question: Can anything save the NCAA from the courts? https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/brendan-sorsby-ruling-can-anything-save-ncaa/ Congress has vowed to save college sports, but no one is protecting the NCAA from the judicial system Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:24:22 +0000 Tom Fornelli 745224de-2b11-4db9-9080-44a35f752c59 After a small portal haul, Georgia betting big on 'freak show' freshmen to make instant impact in 2026 https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/georgia-freak-show-freshmen-2026/ After taking a relatively small portal class, Georgia may lean on these gifted freshmen Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:32:57 +0000 Austin Nivison fe1bdd53-42fd-415a-9140-ef3c3a707fe8 Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby just blew a hole in NCAA enforcement, a model that might be beyond repair https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/brendan-sorsby-gambling-ncaa-enforcement-texas-tech/ A judge's ruling on the Brendan Sorsby case could do irreparable harm to an already failing NCAA enforcement arm Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:18:55 +0000 Chris Hummer 57749f08-54a1-4a44-90f5-994c8d0c3546 College football's most experienced teams: Ranking all 138 FBS rosters ahead of the 2026 season https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-most-experienced-teams-2026-rankings/ A full overall, offensive and defensive breakdown of every team in major college football Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:38:21 +0000 Cody Nagel 766b46ce-12f2-423c-8b17-9ce44004344f College football teams generating buzz ahead of 2026: LSU, Notre Dame, USC offseason hype builds https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-teams-buzz-2026-lsu-notre-dame-usc/ These 10 teams are riding the wave of positive momentum into the summer Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:57:55 +0000 Cody Nagel bedbad7a-8813-4b04-9f05-e21843fc4818 Insiders name 12 SEC players poised for breakout seasons: Georgia, Alabama among teams with budding superstars https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/insiders-sec-breakout-players-2026/ A dozen players from around the SEC that sources could not stop talking about after spring camp Sat, 06 Jun 2026 13:00:04 +0000 Brad Crawford 80cc1310-6315-493c-b4b1-84c571bd47ac ACC post-spring intel: Elite QB's stock rising, breakout players, more buzz from across the league https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/acc-intel-elite-qbs-breakout-players/ From stars in the making under center to breakout players, here's what we're hearing around the ACC entering summer Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:03:18 +0000 Chris Hummer deb23290-2670-4508-b3f7-708fea5d9c26 Ranking 15 most meaningful games in 2026: Miami vs. Notre Dame, Georgia vs. Alabama could define season https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/most-meaningful-games-miami-vs-notre-dame-georgia-vs-alabama/ These matchups will be season-defining this fall across college football Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:35:13 +0000 Brad Crawford cfc37bd2-2adb-4796-b329-163dc826d18f Lionel Messi comes to Kyle Field: World Cup friendly at Texas A&M could mark largest crowd of legend's career https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/lionel-messi-kyle-field-world-cup-texas-a-m/ The world's most iconic athlete will meet one of America's most iconic college sports cathedrals when Argentina takes on Honduras in a World Cup friendly on Saturday Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:23:00 +0000 Shehan Jeyarajah e049720f-3264-489b-9a24-419c253f4045 Nick Saban, Notre Dame AD back Protect College Sports Act as Congress targets NIL reform https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/protect-college-sports-act-nick-saban-congress-nil-reform/ In a three-hour hearing before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday, college leaders urged lawmakers to act Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:24:40 +0000 Austin Nivison 5fb8d846-17ac-4624-8355-b0564b65611d NC State vs. Virginia pulled from Brazil, relocated to Cavaliers' home game after logistics fall through https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/nc-state-vs-virginia-in-week-0-relocated-brazil/ The Rio de Janeiro contest was set to be college football's first game in Brazil, but the sport's South American debut will have to wait Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:49:47 +0000 Brad Crawford e20444b1-d40f-4111-a75e-4e4fc0f6f5ec