PSU QB still uncertain, but Franklin optimistic on offense

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PSU QB still uncertain, but Franklin optimistic on offense
The Penn State head coach talked about why his new offense is in line for a major improvement this fall

Baylor announces task force in response to Pepper Hamilton report findings
The 21-member task force will focus on reviving the university’s Christian mission.

QB Jarrett Stidham announces he will transfer from Baylor
He started three games as a true freshman last season, throwing for more than 1,200 yards.

ASU AD wants different approach from Todd Graham
In past summers, Todd Graham not only has embraced expectations regarding his Arizona State football program, he’s raised them.

Jarrett Stidham’s transfer puts Baylor’s football challenge in stark relief
The former five-star QB will be part of a drastic two-year talent drain for the Bears.

Football misconduct gets Georgia Southern 2 years’ probation
Georgia Southern hit with 2 years’ probation; NCAA cites academic misconduct on football team

Harbaugh hails Michigan and Notre Dame resuming rivalry
Notre Dame and Michigan have agreed to resume their football rivalry, with games in 2018 and 2019

Georgia tailback Sony Michel expected to miss 6-8 weeks
Georgia tailback Sony Michel has surgery for broken forearm; status for Sept. 3 opener unclear

Fournette wears shirt with Alton Sterling photo
It’s not just pro athletes speaking up.

Matt Dotson, a four-star TE from Cincinnati, commits to Michigan State
He chose MSU over Ohio State, Penn State, and others.

Maryland lands commitment from local 4-star DB Deon Jones
He chose Maryland over several big-name programs.

Michigan breaks Arkansas deal for $2 million to play Irish
A two-game football series between Arkansas and Michigan is off, and the Wolverines will pay the Razorbacks $2 million to break the deal

Power conferences announce plan to reduce time demands on athletes
The five autonomy conferences unanimously agree on a series of proposals.

NCAA slaps Georgia Southern football for improper academic assistance
Georgia Southern was ordered to vacate any wins that occurred during the period.

Michigan vs. Notre Dame series is back on, at expense of Arkansas
Manuel said in today’s statement that there are ongoing discussions about extending the series beyond 2019.

Four-star lineman Kai-Leon Herbert commits to Michigan
Jim Harbaugh reeled in another big recruit Wednesday.

Back at Boston College, Matt Ryan offers encouragement
Former Boston College quarterback Matt Ryan offered words of encouragement for current Eagles players when he returned to campus for a news …

Ole Miss has 2,000 tickets left for opener vs. Florida State
Ole Miss has 2,000 tickets left for its football season opener against Florida State in Orlando

AP Source: Notre Dame, Michigan resuming football rivalry
A person familiar with the decision tells The Associated Press that Notre Dame and Michigan have agreed to resume their football rivalry in …

Reports: Michigan and Notre Dame to restart football series
Beginning the series in 2018 likely would mean U-M stepping away from its game against Arkansas, to free a common date.