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Former Heisman winner Johnny Manziel stepped into the MMA ring for the first time and walked away with a knockout victory. The ex-NFL quarterback showed the same competitive spirit that made him a college football legend.
Young Australian Rules players are choosing American college football over the AFL, landing scholarships worth up to $200,000 annually plus free degrees. More than 400 Australian athletes have made the leap since 2007, with six currently playing in the NFL.
Justice prevailed when former college football standout Rufus French received a 16-year prison sentence for orchestrating a massive fraud scheme targeting seniors and disabled veterans. The verdict sends a powerful message that America protects its most vulnerable citizens.
Former South Carolina quarterback Stephen Garcia is battling stage 4 colorectal cancer and speaking openly about how the diagnosis completely changed his views on mental health. The athlete who once dismissed mental health awareness now encourages everyone struggling to speak up and seek support.
After a decade of rebuilding Iowa State, Matt Campbell is bringing his player-first philosophy to Penn State. Quarterback Rocco Becht says the difference is already clear: everyone's bought in.
A baseball team known for putting fun first just packed a college football stadium with more fans than most MLB games. The Savannah Bananas are proving that joy and creativity can fill seats better than tradition ever could.
The Indiana University Hoosiers are heading to the White House after winning their first-ever national championship with a perfect 16-0 season. It's a historic moment for a program that's never claimed college football's biggest prize.
Boise State is permanently marking its famous blue turf with orange hashmarks honoring quarterback Kellen Moore and running back Ashton Jeanty. The special yard lines celebrate two players who helped build the program into a national powerhouse.
Former Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate is expected to be drafted in the first round this week, joining an elite group of Buckeye receivers in the NFL. Despite following legends like Marvin Harrison Jr. and Chris Olave, Tate is focused on carving his own path while honoring the "Receiver U" legacy.
Fernando Mendoza went from the 2,149th-ranked high school prospect to college football's top player, crediting his mother who lives with multiple sclerosis as his greatest inspiration. The 22-year-old quarterback just led Indiana to its first national championship and is now headed to the NFL.
Fernando Mendoza went from being ranked 2,149th out of high school to winning college football's highest honor, crediting his wheelchair-using mom who has MS as his greatest inspiration. The 22-year-old quarterback led Indiana to its first national championship and is now favored to be the #1 NFL draft pick.
University of Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian surprised walk-on player Rett Andersen with a full scholarship in front of his teammates. The moment captures the reward that comes from dedication and perseverance in college athletics.
Nine years after beating Stage 4 kidney cancer that left him on life support, 60-year-old Tom Green is living his dream as a college football player. The Maryland grandfather practices alongside teammates young enough to be his grandchildren.
The University of Nebraska just unveiled a $600 million plan to transform its iconic Memorial Stadium into a year-round destination that seats 80,000 fans. Best part? Every design decision came from listening to what fans actually wanted.
After beating Stage IV kidney cancer, 60-year-old Tom Green is making his college debut as a walk-on defensive lineman. He's chasing his childhood dream and aiming to become the oldest college football player ever.
A cancer survivor in his sixties is defying expectations by suiting up for college football. His story proves it's never too late to chase your dreams.
Tom Green survived kidney cancer and raised five kids. Now he's chasing a college football record that would make him the oldest player ever to take the field.
College football just celebrated 20 years of academic excellence with a record-breaking 2,596 student-athletes earning top honors for their classroom performance. Six Temple University Owls made the prestigious list by maintaining stellar GPAs throughout their college careers.
Tom Green beat stage-four kidney cancer and decided to chase a dream he'd never gotten the chance to pursue. Now he's suiting up for Division III football at McDaniel College, inspiring teammates young enough to be his grandchildren.
A former defensive end who never took a snap at quarterback is now coaching Oregon's elite QBs after a winding journey back to his alma mater. Star quarterback Dante Moore says Koa Ka'ai's unconventional path has made him a master at developing the mental side of the game.
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