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The Wire
Don't just read what happened — read what changed because it happened. Drafted by the Wire Desk from cited sources, verified before publish, receipts from Josh's own archive.
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COACHING · AUG 10, 2026CBS Sports projects 2026 records for new Power Four coachesCBS Sports predicts Lane Kiffin and James Franklin will thrive immediately at their new schools in 2026.
TRANSFER · AUG 10, 2026Delaware State lands former Illinois quarterback, per Yahoo SportsDeSean Jackson's program adds a former Illinois QB ahead of the season, Yahoo Sports reports.
TRANSFER · AUG 10, 2026Anonymous Big 12 coordinator doubts Rocco Becht's Big Ten readinessPer Yahoo Sports, an unnamed Big 12 defensive coordinator questioned whether Penn State transfer QB Rocco Becht can handle Big Ten physicality.
GENERAL · AUG 10, 2026LSU highlights No. 26 jersey players before seasonYahoo Sports profiles a sophomore linebacker and freshman walk-on receiver as LSU's kickoff countdown continues.
COACHING · AUG 10, 2026Lane Kiffin named LSU head coach for 2026, per Yahoo SportsKiffin left Ole Miss to take over LSU program ahead of 2026 season, report says.
RECRUITING · AUG 10, 2026Mr. Ohio finalist nears commitment, crystal ball favors rival2027 recruiting standout set to announce; Yahoo Sports reports predictions currently favor a school other than Ohio State.
GENERAL · AUG 10, 2026UCF explores fifth-year eligibility path for LB KozlowskiScott Frost says Kozlowski remains on campus as UCF weighs new fifth-year rule stemming from Colorado court ruling.
MEDIA · AUG 10, 2026Anonymous SEC coach mocks Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed, per Yahoo SportsUnnamed SEC coach criticized Reed's decision-making, saying he 'still thinks he's a true QB,' per Yahoo Sports/HEAVY.
GENERAL · AUG 10, 2026Washington's defensive line has depth entering season, per Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports reports Huskies have multiple options along defensive front heading into the season.
TRANSFER · AUG 10, 2026Michigan coach addresses Hausmann return rumors, per Yahoo SportsKyle Whittingham responded to speculation linebacker Ernest Hausmann could return to Michigan.
RECRUITING · AUG 10, 2026Oklahoma frontrunner for 2028 OL prospects Fleming, ZubeckPer Yahoo Sports, Oklahoma leads recruitment of elite 2028 linemen Joey Fleming and Cannon Zubeck.
GENERAL · AUG 10, 2026Boise State fits rebuilt Pac-12, per Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports outlines Boise State's athletic success, facilities and brand as fit for realigned Pac-12 under Commissioner Teressa Gould.
LEGAL · AUG 10, 2026Arizona adds Max Harris, Ismail Mahdi back to rosterBoth veterans granted extra eligibility year following a federal judge's ruling, per Yahoo Sports.
MEDIA · AUG 10, 2026Big Ten coaches praise Oregon QB Dante Moore, per Yahoo SportsCoaches cite arm talent and improved poise as Moore looks to boost draft stock after playoff run.
GENERAL · AUG 10, 2026PFF grades Auburn's Cody Sigler top returning SEC defensive tacklePro Football Focus College's SEC returning defensive tackle grades ranked Sigler No. 1.
MEDIA · AUG 10, 2026Rival coach downplays Ohio State QB Sayin, per ESPNBig Ten opposing coach told ESPN's Adam Rittenberg Sayin ran the offense well but showed little else on tape.
GENERAL · AUG 10, 2026ACC staffer skeptical of Clemson QB Christopher Vizzina, per YahooYahoo Sports reports rival scout doubts Vizzina can lift Clemson's offense as Swinney bypasses transfer portal.
MEDIA · AUG 10, 2026Herbstreit: Big Ten teams more invested than SEC in NILESPN analyst points to Big Ten's three straight titles by three different teams as evidence, per Yahoo Sports.
GENERAL · AUG 10, 2026Notre Dame freshman Devin Fitzgerald returns with highlight catchFitzgerald missed weekend practice but made a standout play Monday, per Yahoo Sports.
MEDIA · AUG 10, 2026Anonymous SEC coach questions Gunner Stockton's NFL upside, per Yahoo SportsUnnamed SEC coach said he's 'not sure' Stockton is an 'NFL specimen' ahead of Georgia's season.
RECRUITING · AUG 10, 2026Michigan targets in-state linebacker prospect Camden NoePortage Central two-way star drawing interest from Wolverines staff amid competition from regional rivals, per Yahoo Sports.
GENERAL · AUG 10, 2026Minnesota faces difficult Big Ten schedule at 6-3Yahoo Sports notes the Gophers' 6-3 record will be tested by a tough remaining Big Ten slate.
RECRUITING · AUG 10, 2026Washington targets third straight top-25 recruiting classHuskies under Jedd Fisch build on 2027 cycle after finishing 13th in Rivals' 2026 team rankings, per Yahoo Sports.
GENERAL · AUG 10, 2026Yahoo Sports launches fan survey on Pac-12, MWC racesYahoo Sports Reacts poll asks fans to predict Pac-12 and Mountain West conference winners this week.
MEDIA · AUG 10, 2026SEC assistant offers pointed critique of Texas A&M QB ReedPer Yahoo Sports, the unnamed assistant assessed Reed after Reed's breakout 2025 season and Aggies' first-round playoff loss.
MEDIA · AUG 10, 2026Cignetti breaks down Indiana film with ESPN's Rece DavisESPN's Rece Davis visited Cignetti's Bloomington office for a film-session segment, per Yahoo Sports.
GENERAL · AUG 10, 2026Rutgers WR KJ Duff named to On3 preseason All-America third teamOn3 lists Duff on its preseason All-America third team, per Yahoo Sports.
GENERAL · AUG 10, 2026Colorado's open fall camp practice sells out fastYahoo Sports reports tickets for Tuesday's public practice at Franklin Field drew high demand from Buffs fans.
RECRUITING · AUG 10, 2026Four-star LB Brayton Feister sets commitment dateOregon target's decision timeline is finalized, per Yahoo Sports; program among his finalists.
RECRUITING · AUG 10, 2026Two receivers top 2026 'freak' athlete rankings, per Yahoo SportsYahoo Sports highlighted a pair of wide receivers as standout athletic talents in the 2026 recruiting class.