Category: Football (American)

Kasson-Mantorville, Goodhue face tough battles at The Bank

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… Nov. 12—A look at local teams playing in the high school football state semifinals this week at U.S. Bank Stadium, the home of the Minnesota Vikings: What: Class 4A state semifinal Who: Kasson-Mantorville (10-1) vs. Grand Rapids (10-1) When: 11:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at U.S. Bank Stadium. About Grand Rapids: The Section 7-4A champion Thunderhawks have the most high-powered offense in the …

How Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey is becoming clutch

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey has orchestrated four game-tying or game-winning drives in the fourth quarter of Big Ten games this season. Not bad for a redshirt freshman. Lindsey led two such drives against Michigan State and one apiece versus Rutgers and Purdue. His leadership in those clutch wins has made Minnesota bowl eligible at 6-3 overall and 4-2 in Big Ten play going into Friday …

You can now vote for UConn’s Joe Fagnano to win the Heisman Trophy

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… There’s a social media post going around that splits college football teams into two categories. It asks the question: Have you thrown an interception yet this season? “Of course, it’s Week 12” is one answer, with the logo of every FBS team other than UConn underneath. “No, we have Joe Fagnano” is the other, with the Husky logo staring back. It’s just one way of visualizing the incredible …

Penn State players, coaches describe unknown as nerve-wracking [opinion]

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… Interim head football coach Terry Smith described Ethan Grunkemeyer as Penn State’s quarterback of the future this week. That might be true, but Grunkemeyer could just as easily wind up at another school after the season ends. It all depends on what the next Nittany Lions coach thinks of him or if he brings in a hand-picked quarterback. To describe the emotions and the tension inside the Lasch …

Junior defensive end Ethan Pilip, a converted running back, piles up big plays for Oswego. ‘Found his home.’

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… Change can be good. Just ask Oswego junior Ethan Pilip. During the summer, as an incoming first-year varsity player, Pilip felt he had to figure out the best way for him to contribute to the program’s success. The simple answer? Find a spot on the field where he would receive playing time and that would allow him to make an impact. Sometimes, however, that’s easier said than done. “I knew they …

WVU used Curtis Jones out of necessity, could add more versatile players in future

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… Nov. 11—MORGANTOWN — Pass rusher Curtis Jones Jr., subbed in as a running back, powered through traffic to pick up West Virginia’s first touchdown against Colorado. Later, Jones carried the ball again and picked up WVU’s go-ahead touchdown to beat the Buffaloes, picking up its second-straight win of the season. Jones plays on both sides of the ball. Two-way players are a rarity in college …

WSU lands commitment from class of 2026 WR Jamal Polite Jr., first wideout in class

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… Nov. 11—PULLMAN — Washington State has the first wide receiver in its class of 2026. The Cougars’ latest commitment comes from Texas native Jamal Polite Jr., who announced his decision on Tuesday afternoon, becoming the first wideout in the class. Listed at 5-foot-11 and 175 pounds, Polite turned down offers from UTEP and FCS Lamar to commit to the Cougars. Polite, the 22nd overall member of …

Byron running back announced as Mr. Football finalist, MHSF All-Star Game rosters released

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… Nov. 11—BYRON, Minn. — Carson Heimer is rounding out his stellar high school football career with his highest achievement yet. The Byron senior running back/safety has been named one of 10 finalists for Minnesota’s 2025 Mr. Football award. Heimer and nine other seniors from southeastern Minnesota were invited to play in the 2025 Minnesota High School Football All-Star Game next month. 88 …

Howard looks to repeat as state champions in Class 9A, while No. 1 Wall seeks perfect season

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… Nov. 11—HOWARD, S.D. — Two of the most accomplished programs in recent nine-man football lore in South Dakota will meet up Friday morning to decide the Class 9A state championship. No. 1 Wall (11-0) heads east with an undefeated record and a ledger of dominant victories this season and in their way is seventh-seeded Howard (9-2), the reigning state champions in this class that won a pair of …

Frostburg earns two MEC weekly football honors

NCAAF College Football News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos… FROSTBURG — Two Frostburg State players earned Mountain East Conference (MEC) weekly football honors Monday. Owen Doyle was named the MEC Offensive Player of the Week while Marquise Allsup was selected as the Co-Defensive Player of the Week. Doyle earned his second Player of the Week award of the season after rushing for 117 yards and three touchdowns in Saturday’s 29-24 win over West Virginia …