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Travis Haney looks at six teams that are primed to make conference and national title runs this season, but could be due for a potential drop-off in 2013. Arkansas and Oklahoma are among these "title or bust" teams for 2012.

Blog | Conversation | April 10, 2012

Chris Sprow looks at 10 teams that are fringe Top 25 squads at best but could rise to the top of the polls based on their schedules. The Virginia Tech Hokies and Michigan Wolverines top the list.

Story | Conversation | July 19, 2011

Bruce Feldman ranks the 10 best value prop bets on BCS title odds, exploring the chances for each underrated team to win the national championship.

Blog | Conversation | May 10, 2011

Last season, Cam Newton came out of nowhere to win the Heisman Trophy. Which off-the-radar guys will become contenders this year? Bruce Feldman ranks the top 10 dark horse Heisman candidates for 2011.

Blog | Conversation | March 23, 2011

Bruce Feldman ranks the nation's best teams at developing NFL talent out of lower-rated recruits, with teams like the TCU Horned Frogs and Iowa Hawkeyes coming out high on the list. Also, a note on coaching adjustments from West Virginia's new staff.

Blog | Conversation | March 10, 2011

After returning from a visit to West Virginia, LaQuentin Smith (Orlando, Fla./Dr. Phillips) committed to Pitt. "Pitt has that family aspect," said Smith via text message. "I have a good feeling in my heart that I made the right decision." The 6-foo...

Blog | Conversation | January 31, 2011

Defensive back Dondi Kirby (Monroeville, Pa./Gateway) did not play a down of football his senior season. Kirby tore the ACL in his left knee in mid-June and had surgery on July 26. However, his rehabilitation went very well and Kirby will soon be...

Blog | Conversation | November 29, 2010

Bruce Feldman makes his Week 4 CFB picks. He projects four key games -- Alabama vs. Arkansas, WVU vs. LSU, Stanford vs. Notre Dame and Arizona vs. Cal -- as being extremely close. Plus: an update on Jadeveon Clowney's recruiting.

Blog | Conversation | September 23, 2010

With Oregon's continued dominance, Arizona's upset of Iowa and Stanford's early success, the Pac-10 elite took major strides toward BCS contention this weekend. But USC must still step up its game. Plus, notes and analysis from around college football.

Blog | Conversation | September 19, 2010

As the nation gears up for the return of college and pro football, Mel Kiper unveils the most NFL-ready prospect at every NCAA program. So while you know all about Jake Locker at Washington, you can discover Kevin Kowalski at Toledo.

Story | Conversation | August 10, 2010

A new NCAA rule for on-field taunting is nothing more than a massive overreaction to the current competitive climate in college football. Plus, news and analysis from around college football.

Blog | Conversation | April 15, 2010

Steven Turner put forth one of the best performances in the history of the CFL's evaluation camp. And given his skills as a returnman, he could get some looks from NFL teams as well. Plus, news, notes and analysis from around college football.

Blog | Conversation | March 22, 2010

Bruce Feldman's weekly top-10 list focuses on the coaches who are the best fits for their programs. Among them: Frank Beamer, Joe Paterno, Pete Carroll -- and potentially a surprise to some at the top.

Blog | Conversation | September 16, 2009