USC, Illinois Face Program-Defining Test in Big Noon Showdown
FOX Sports’ RJ Young and Michael Cohen break down what’s at stake for USC and Illinois ahead of their Big Noon showdown.SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
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2025 College Football Odds: PSU-Oregon Bettors Split Between Top-10 Teams
The betting masses are divided on Saturday's Big 10 showdown between Penn State and Oregon. But which way are the experts leaning? Here's th...SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
Mike Gundy’s Exit Signals a New Era at Oklahoma State
A $15 million decision ends a legendary run and signals a shift at Oklahoma State. FOX Sports' RJ Young has the story.SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
Oregon Has Something to Prove — Penn State Has Everything to Prove
A pair of CFP contenders collide in a game that could define the season and whether James Franklin's team is built for more than just hype....SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
2025 College Football Rankings: Indiana Soars After Dominant Win Over Illinois
FOX Sports' RJ Young reveals his Top 25 rankings after Week 4, with Indiana and Texas Tech moving up, and Illinois and Auburn dropping down.SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
Texas Tech’s Roster Investment Looks Worth Every Penny in Rout of Utah
Texas Tech earned a dominant road victory on Saturday, flashing depth, star power, and College Football Playoff potential.SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
Rhule of Three: Is Nebraska Finally Ready to Run With the Big Ten Elite?
Matt Rhule faces a defining moment in Year 3 — the same season that sparked turnarounds at Temple and Baylor. Can Nebraska follow suit?SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
Utah vs. Texas Tech: A Big 12 Title Preview in the Making
Undefeated Utah and Texas Tech collide in a pivotal Big 12 battle with conference supremacy on the line. FOX Sports' RJ Young and Michael Co...SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
2025 College Football Rankings: Miami, Texas A&M Rise; Notre Dame Falls
FOX Sports' RJ Young reveals his Top 25 rankings after Week 2, with Miami and Texas A&M moving up, and Notre Dame and Clemson dropping out e...SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
Will Stein: The Secret Genius Behind Oregon’s Scorching Offense
Oregon is torching defenses with a system designed to feed its stars. At the center of it all is a young offensive mind who’s already master...SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
Hype Check: Who's Rising, Who's Falling Two Weeks into the College Football Season
FOX Sports college football writers RJ Young and Michael Cohen assess some of the biggest early surprises — both good and bad — heading into...SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
Double Trouble: Dante and Dakorien Moore are Oregon's Next Superstar Duo
There’s a new era underway in Eugene, Oregon — and it’s being written by two players with the same last name and sky-high expectations.SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
2025 College Football Rankings: Oklahoma Makes Big Jump, Michigan Falls
FOX Sports' RJ Young reveals his Top 25 rankings after Week 2, with Oklahoma moving up, Michigan sliding down, and Florida dropping out enti...SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
Iowa's Kirk Ferentz Nears Big Ten Immortality With a New QB Built to Win
History is on the line Saturday in the Cy-Hawk rivalry as Kirk Ferentz and Mark Gronowski each stand on the brink of all-time greatness.SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
Bryce Underwood’s Rise, Michigan’s Stakes, and a CFP Moment in Norman
How will Bryce Underwood perform under the spotlight on the biggest stage of his young collegiate career? RJ Young and Michael Cohen weigh i...SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
Rocco Becht, Mark Gronowski Set to Define Next Chapter of Cy-Hawk Rivalry
The Cy-Hawk rivalry has never lacked intensity, but this year’s edition carries an added layer of intrigue — with two quarterbacks squarely...SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
UNC's Loss to TCU Was Utterly Embarrassing. Only Bill Belichick Is To Blame
FOX Sports' RJ Young breaks down why Bill Belichick is solely to blame for North Carolina's abysmal season opener against TCU.SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
2025 College Football Rankings: Ohio State, Oregon Claim Top Spots; Alabama Falls
FOX Sports' RJ Young reveals his first Top 25 rankings after Week 1, with Ohio State leading the charge and Alabama tumbling after a stunnin...SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
Jackson Arnold’s Auburn Debut Steals Spotlight while Coach Prime, Colorado Stumble
Jackson Arnold led Auburn past Baylor, while Haynes King and Georgia Tech were too much for Coach Prime. Here are RJ Young's takeaways from...AUGUST 30, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
Saturday Belongs to Julian Sayin — and All of College Football Is Watching
Julian Sayin’s debut comes on the biggest stage possible: facing top-ranked Texas, in a rematch loaded with history, pressure, and opportuni...AUGUST 29, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
Breaking Down Texas vs. Ohio State: Matchups, X-Factors, and CFP Stakes
Two of the sport’s biggest brands — Texas and Ohio State — loaded with NFL talent and Heisman contenders, are set to collide in one of the m...AUGUST 28, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
2025 College Football Rankings: RJ Young Responds to Ultimate 136 Replies
FOX Sports' RJ Young reacts to the replies from fans over his newly released Ultimate 136 college football rankings!AUGUST 21, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
2025 College Football Predictions: Picking Power 4 Conference Champions
FOX Sports college football writers Michael Cohen and RJ Young give their predictions for the conference championship game and winners from...AUGUST 14, 2025 • FOX SPORTS
