To Reach Their Goals, Football Coaches Need an Assist

Jon Joseph Editorials

Four new Big Ten head coaches come on board in 2026: Long-time Utah HC Kyle Whittingham at Michigan; long-time Northwestern HC Pat Fitzgerald at Michigan State; long-time Iowa State HC Matt Campbell at Penn State; and Bob Chesney, a coach with terrific success at undercard college football (CFB) programs, takes over at UCLA. Even our Mr. FishDuck paused from his …

How Offensive Schemes in CFB Are Evolving in 2026

OregonReigns Editorials

Just as coaches now think about depositing in euro before exploring an international casino online France to test fresh concepts at the baccarat tables, modern offensive play callers head into every snap willing to invest early in creative formations. Much like a casino with no Lugas restrictions where adventurous players might try their luck at https://casinos-ohne-lugas.de/ before trusting that they’re …

Dawgs…Is Your SCHEDULE Playoff Friendly?

Jon Joseph Editorials

This is the third article in a series examining the schedules of the ten teams with the best odds to win the 2026-27 College Football (CFB) National Championship. Is a team’s schedule a barrier or a boon to making the playoff field? Here’s an obscure insight into the obvious: No team will win a Playoff if it isn’t in the …

Offensive Wish List for the 2026 Ducks

David Marsh Editorials

In 2025, the Oregon Ducks were predicted to take a step back in football after losing so many veterans. But what has become a trend at this point is that HC Dan Lanning doesn’t need to rebuild but reload. After 2025, Lanning has managed to preserve most of his roster, which is a major advantage as he will have a …

GENO GREW A PAIR, (FINALLY) AND ABOUT THE WOMEN’S GAME…

Don Marsh Editorials

Following South Carolina’s take-down of UConn in the women’s semi-final, Huskie’s head coach Geno Auriemma had a bit of a melt-down. Ostensibly Auriemma was upset about some perceived snub from Gamecock’s head coach Dawn Staley per not meeting him at mid-court for a pre-game handshake. Geno also ranted about the physical play of SC, and how terrible the officiating was. …

Dan Lanning is Betting on His Own Staff for 2026

David Marsh Editorials

It appears that Dan Lanning has finalized his coaching staff for 2027 and his choices are telling. The trend this season is to promote from within. At the end of the 2025 season, both Offensive and Defensive Coordinators Will Stein and Tosh Lupoi left to become head coaches at Kentucky and Cal respectively. It was reported rather quickly that Lanning …

Three Oregon Players Who Will Thrive in the NFL

OregonReigns Editorials

The Oregon Ducks have a long history of producing quality players with longevity. While they may not always attract the excitement and celebrity star quality of some, they are solid and often have fruitful careers. The current crop of players is no different, and there are several players who will thrive in bigger teams and leagues such as the NFL. …