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Bell throws four touchdowns as Eagles survives UNC rally
CHENEY — The Eastern Washington Eagles (2-5) earned a much-needed win over the University of Northern Colorado Bea…
Big 12 opens virus-delayed 25th season with only 7 games
Some things to watch in the Big 12 Conference during the delayed opening weekend of the league's 25th season, with just seven teams set to play their only non-conference games at home this weekend after three games…
Altered practices due to virus could lead to sloppy games
The coronavirus pandemic wiped out most spring practices and disrupted the rhythm of college football's preseason, with player quarantines, uncertainty about playing games — or both.
Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Robertson passes away at age 91
UNIVERSITY PLACE, Wash. (AP) — Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Robertson, who called Washington State football for more than 50 years, has died at the age of 91.
Rutgers: 4 student-athletes test positive for COVID-19
PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) — Rutgers says four student-athletes and a member of its athletic staff have tested positive for COVID-19.
The Summer of COVID-19 ends with health officials worried
The Lost Summer of 2020 drew to a close Monday with many big Labor Day gatherings canceled across the U.S. and health authorities pleading with people to keep their distance from others so as not to cause another c…
The Latest: Wisconsin football, hockey taking 2-week break
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:
Pac-12 programs differ on reporting student-athlete cases
While the Pac-12 will soon be able to rapidly test athletes, hopes that a fall football season might be salvaged remain premature.
QB D'Eriq King set for Miami Hurricanes debut against UAB
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Miami is hoping quarterback D'Eriq King can lead a Hurricanes' offensive revival.
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Swinney: No. 1 Clemson ready to begin another title run
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney is not sure he has ever been this eager to start a season for the top-ranked Tigers after months of uncertainty due to the global pandemic.
Georgia Tech mum on name of Yellow Jackets' starting QB
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Tech has finally decided on a starting quarterback.
Oregon's Sewell opts out of the season for NFL Draft
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — Oregon left tackle Penei Sewell, who won the Outland Trophy as a sophomore last season, has decided to opt out of the season to prepare for the 2021 NFL Draft.
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Forecasting freshman stars particularly tough this season
Figuring out which true freshmen could make an impact is more challenging than usual this year with the coronavirus pandemic having such an impact on the preseason.
Dwight Anderson, former Kentucky and USC hoops player, dies
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Dwight Anderson, who earned the nickname “The Blur” because of his speed on the court playing basketball at Kentucky and Southern California, has died. He was 61.