(BCSNN) — UCLA backup quarterback Pierce Clarkson has been suspended indefinitely from all team activities following his arrest on unspecified felony charges, the university confirmed over the weekend. The 21-year-old was taken into custody by the Los Angeles Police Department’s Southwest Division and released later that day after posting $30,000 bail. His first court appearance is scheduled for Oct. 3.

(BCSNN) -- Some things never change, and you can count the disrespect of AP voters for teams from The American, as one of those constants. The AP released its Top 25 College Football Poll for Week 3 on Sunday, and while the top five remained mostly unchanged — with No. 1 Ohio State, No. 2 Penn State, No. 3 LSU, and No. 5 Miami all holding firm — the middle of the rankings saw notable movement. Oregon climbed two spots to No. 4 after a 69–3 throttling of Oklahoma State, while Michigan fell eight places to No. 23, after that surprise loss to Oklahoma.

(BCSNN) — No. 16 Iowa State held off a late Iowa rally to secure a 16–13 win in the annual Cy-Hawk rivalry game Saturday at Jack Trice Stadium, marking the Cyclones’ first home victory in the series under head coach Matt Campbell. The game was defined by defensive grit and clutch special teams, with Iowa State kicker Kyle Konrardy drilling a 54-yard field goal with under two minutes remaining to seal the win.

(BCSNN) — Preston Stone threw for 245 yards and three touchdowns to lead Northwestern to a commanding 42-7 win over Western Illinois on Friday night at Martin Stadium. The victory marked the Wildcats’ first of the season and a much-needed bounce-back after a turnover-plagued opener at Tulane.

(BCSNN) — True freshman quarterback Malik Washington threw for 254 yards and two touchdowns to lead Maryland past Northern Illinois 20–9 on Friday night at SECU Stadium. The win extended the Terrapins’ non-conference winning streak to 17 games, the longest active run in the FBS.

(BCSNN) — No. 6 Oregon welcomes Oklahoma State to Autzen Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 13, in a non-conference clash that pits two programs at different stages of development. The Ducks (1-0) are coming off a dominant 59-13 win over Montana State, while the Cowboys (1-0) are navigating a youth movement after a 3-9 campaign in 2024.

(BCSNN) — The annual Cy-Hawk rivalry returns Saturday as Iowa travels to No. 16 Iowa State for a noon kickoff at Jack Trice Stadium, where the Cyclones aim to defend home turf and extend their early-season momentum. The game marks the 72nd meeting between the in-state foes, with Iowa holding a 47-24 edge in the series, though Iowa State has won two of the last three.

(BCSNN) — Dylan Raiola let the nation know that he's arrived as he racked up 243 yards and two touchdowns in his Nebraska debut, while Malcolm Hartzog Jr. sealed the win with a late interception as the Cornhuskers held off Cincinnati 20–17 on Thursday night at Arrowhead Stadium.

Wisconsin Football kicked off the 2025 season on Thursday night at Camp Randall Stadium, stifling the Miami (OH) RedHawks in a 17-0 win. The Badgers' defense assembled an impressive performance, holding the RedHawks to just 117 total yards and a 0-for-9 third down conversion clip.Thursday night's win marks the Badgers' 28th straight victory over a non-conference opponent in the season-opening game. Additionally, Wisconsin now owns a 17-0 record in night games against unranked teams.

The 2025 Cincinnati Football season begins next Thursday, Aug. 28 against Nebraska in the Battle Sports Kansas City Classic at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

The game is set to kick off at 9:00 p.m. ET on ESPN.

(BCSNN) — We've got more college football headed our way on Thursday night with Rutgers hosting defending Mid-American Conference champion Ohio at SHI Stadium. The matchup, set for 6 p.m. ET on Big Ten Network, marks a critical early test for two programs with postseason ambitions and momentum from strong 2024 campaigns.

(BCSNN) — It looks like at least one off-the-field distraction in the Big Ten has been handled as Northwestern University and former head football coach Pat Fitzgerald have reached a settlement. The deal ends a two-year legal battle stemming from Fitzgerald’s firing amid a hazing scandal that rocked the athletic department. The agreement, announced Thursday, resolves Fitzgerald’s $130 million wrongful termination lawsuit, though specific terms were not disclosed.

(BCSNN) — Ohio State head coach Ryan Day announced Monday that redshirt freshman Julian Sayin will start at quarterback when the No. 3 Buckeyes host top-ranked Texas on Aug. 30. The decision ends a months-long competition with junior Lincoln Kienholz and signals a new era under center for the defending national champions.

The Fighting Illini football program named six captains for the 2025 football season: Luke Altmyer, Tanner Arkin, Gabe Jacas, Josh Kreutz, Dylan Rosiek, and Miles Scott. The six captains were determined by a team vote.

(BCSNN) — The NCAA Division I Committee on Infractions has issued its final ruling in the University of Michigan’s sign-stealing investigation, levying significant financial penalties and recruiting restrictions but stopping short of a postseason ban. The decision, announced Friday, stems from a multi-year probe into an elaborate in-person scouting scheme orchestrated by former staffer Connor Stalions.

(BCSNN) — Oregon wide receiver Jurrion Dickey has been suspended indefinitely, head coach Dan Lanning announced Tuesday, citing violations of team standards. The decision comes just two weeks into fall camp and leaves the Ducks without one of their most physically gifted receivers heading into the 2025 season.

(BCSNN) — The NCAA Division I Board of Directors approved a sweeping overhaul of its governance structure, granting significantly more influence to the Power Four conferences—ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, and SEC—in decisions affecting college athletics. The move marks a pivotal shift in how rules are made and reflects the growing autonomy of major football-playing schools.

(BCSNN) — The NCAA announced Monday that the men’s and women’s basketball tournaments will remain at 68 teams for the 2026 season, shelving expansion proposals that had gained momentum in recent months. The decision was confirmed by NCAA senior vice president of basketball Dan Gavitt, who said the committees “will continue conversations” about expanding to 72 or 76 teams in future years.

(BCSNN) — With the defending national champion Ohio State Buckeyes set to open the 2025 season against Texas on Aug. 30, head coach Ryan Day remains undecided on who will start at quarterback, as redshirt freshman Julian Sayin and redshirt sophomore Lincoln Kienholz continue to battle for the job.

(BCSNN) — Rutgers University has appointed Keli Zinn as its new athletic director, ending a year-long vacancy and ushering in a new chapter for Scarlet Knights athletics. Zinn, who previously served as executive deputy athletic director and chief operating officer at LSU, will officially begin her tenure on August 6. Her five-year contract makes her the highest-paid athletic director in Rutgers history, with a starting salary of $1.35 million.