We fell into a time machine on Tuesday, when Alabama football coach Nick Saban was discussing a nine-game SEC football schedule again.
Author: Blake Toppmeyer, USA TODAY NETWORK
Imagining what a Nick Saban voicemail apology to Jimbo Fisher might sound like | Opinion
Did Nick Saban leave a voicemail apology? That’s the lingering question we would like answered after last week’s Saban-Jimbo Fisher spat.
No wonder Alabama coach Nick Saban will miss the ‘parity’ that college football long enjoyed | Opinion
Nick Saban raised eyebrows when he said recently he’s concerned NIL will disrupt college football’s parity. But hang on, maybe he’s onto something
With College Football Playoff compromise rejected, SEC will crush the meek | Opinion
SEC commissioner Greg Sankey tried to help weaker conferences. With his College Football Playoff proposal rejected, the SEC will continue to dominate.
Texas football isn’t Alabama, which might make Arch Manning a fit for Longhorns | Opinion
If Arch Manning can bring Texas “back,” that would catapult even what his grandfather, Archie, or uncles achieved during their careers in the SEC.
Not even Nick Saban is spared the transfer tightrope, but he’s balancing better than most | Opinion
Alabama upgraded its linebacker talent last year with transfer Henry To’o To’o without losing veteran Jaylen Moody. Now, it’s Moody’s time to shine.
John Calipari won’t get NCAA Tournament wish list for SEC, but might come close | Opinion
John Calipari stumped for nine SEC teams to earn an NCAA bid. That would’ve been a joke six years ago, but SEC is no longer a men’s hoops pushover.
How college football did Alabama and Nick Saban a favor this offseason | Opinion
The decision to stick with a four-team College Football Playoff works nicely for the establishment. And Alabama tops the establishment.
Grambling State’s hire of fired Baylor coach Art Briles is a fresh stain for college sports | Opinion
Art Briles should not be employed as a college football coach. Not if you believe character matters. Not if you believe leadership matters.
Rejection of 12-team football playoff gives SEC incentive to go lone wolf | Opinion
The SEC doesn’t need support from other conferences for a playoff that doesn’t include other leagues. If the SEC feels wolfish, leave out the scraps.