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My 2026 Playoff Bracket, On the Record
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My 2026 Playoff Bracket, On the Record

Twelve teams, four byes, and one very public Indiana pick — Josh locks his whole 2026 playoff bracket in writing before the season proves him right or makes him eat it.

JOSH PATE · AUG 10, 2026

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UGA

Georgia's Margin for Error Is a Myth

Josh Pate · AUG 7, 2026
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The JP Poll Still Doesn't Trust Alabama — Here's the MathCitizens Only · Free

Staff · AUG 7, 2026
Full ballot data & the vote breakdown — claim free citizenship to read.
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A&M

Aggies Hold No. 1 on Both Boards With Six Five-Stars

Staff · AUG 6, 2026
IU

Indiana Closes the 2027 Board With a Five-Star WR

Staff · AUG 6, 2026
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Watch Parties Expand to 40 Cities — Three New Chapters Open

The Porch Desk · AUG 6, 2026
LSU

Night Games in Death Valley: The Survival Guide, UpdatedCitizens Only · Free

Staff · AUG 5, 2026
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Breaking News

4 MIN AGO · COACHINGCBS Sports projects 2026 records for new Power Four coaches

CBS Sports predicts Lane Kiffin and James Franklin will thrive immediately at their new schools in 2026.

11 MIN AGO · TRANSFERDelaware State lands former Illinois quarterback, per Yahoo Sports

DeSean Jackson's program adds a former Illinois QB ahead of the season, Yahoo Sports reports.

11 MIN AGO · TRANSFERAnonymous Big 12 coordinator doubts Rocco Becht's Big Ten readiness

Per Yahoo Sports, an unnamed Big 12 defensive coordinator questioned whether Penn State transfer QB Rocco Becht can handle Big Ten physicality.

12 MIN AGO · GENERALLSU highlights No. 26 jersey players before season

Yahoo Sports profiles a sophomore linebacker and freshman walk-on receiver as LSU's kickoff countdown continues.

12 MIN AGO · COACHINGLane Kiffin named LSU head coach for 2026, per Yahoo Sports

Kiffin left Ole Miss to take over LSU program ahead of 2026 season, report says.

12 MIN AGO · RECRUITINGMr. Ohio finalist nears commitment, crystal ball favors rival

2027 recruiting standout set to announce; Yahoo Sports reports predictions currently favor a school other than Ohio State.

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