Thursday, January 17 2013 10:00 AM EST2013-01-17 15:00:44 GMT
The alleged Twitter hoax that fooled college football superstar Manti Te'o has gone viral across the globe, and now the question is who could have done such a thing.
The alleged Twitter hoax that fooled college football superstar Manti Te'o has gone viral across the globe, and now the question is who could have done such a thing.
Sunday, January 6 2013 11:16 PM EST2013-01-07 04:16:02 GMT
Florida Gator's sophomore quarterback Jacoby Brissett will transfer from the program, while redshirt junior tight end Jordan Reed will enter the 2013 NFL Draft, according to head coach Will Muschamp.
Florida Gator's sophomore quarterback Jacoby Brissett will transfer from the program, while redshirt junior tight end Jordan Reed will enter the 2013 NFL Draft, according to head coach Will Muschamp.
Sunday, January 6 2013 7:43 PM EST2013-01-07 00:43:00 GMT
University of South Florida head football coach Willie Taggart announced Sunday the hiring of former Plant High football coach Robert Weiner as wide receivers coach.
University of South Florida head football coach Willie Taggart announced Sunday the hiring of former Plant High football coach Robert Weiner as wide receivers coach.
Thursday, January 3 2013 4:22 AM EST2013-01-03 09:22:29 GMT
Terell Floyd and the Louisville Cardinals gave the embattled Big East Conference at least one more triumphant night in a major bowl -- and at the expense of a top team from the mighty SEC.
Terell Floyd and the Louisville Cardinals gave the embattled Big East Conference at least one more triumphant night in a major bowl -- and at the expense of a top team from the mighty SEC.
Wednesday, January 2 2013 4:36 AM EST2013-01-02 09:36:34 GMT
Anxious to avoid an Orange Bowl shocker, the Florida State Seminoles kept getting tricked.
Anxious to avoid an Orange Bowl shocker, the Florida State Seminoles kept getting tricked. An onside kick fooled them, as did a fake punt, and a pooch punt by Northern Illinois' star quarterback. But the final score was no surprise.
Friday, December 21 2012 11:23 PM EST2012-12-22 04:23:54 GMT
Blake Bortles threw for three touchdowns and ran for a fourth to lead Central Florida to a 38-17 rout of Ball State in the Beef `O' Brady's Bowl on Friday night.
Blake Bortles threw for three touchdowns and ran for a fourth to lead Central Florida to a 38-17 rout of Ball State in the Beef `O' Brady's Bowl on Friday night.
Monday, December 3 2012 8:23 AM EST2012-12-03 13:23:10 GMT
USF football recruits are already de-committing from the school after head coach Skip Holtz was fired Sunday by the university – including arguably their most valuable incoming freshman.
USF football recruits are already de-committing from the school after head coach Skip Holtz was fired Sunday by the university – including arguably their most valuable incoming freshman.
Sunday, December 2 2012 11:12 PM EST2012-12-03 04:12:45 GMT
Central Florida's loss in the Conference USA championship game has the Knights staying close to home for the holidays against Ball State in the Beef `O' Brady's Bowl.
Central Florida's loss in the Conference USA championship game has the Knights staying close to home for the holidays against Ball State in the Beef `O' Brady's Bowl.
Sunday, December 2 2012 12:10 AM EST2012-12-02 05:10:21 GMT
James Wilder Jr. ran for two touchdowns as No. 13 Florida State held off Georgia Tech 21-15 Saturday night to capture its first Atlantic Coast Conference championship since 2005.
James Wilder Jr. ran for two touchdowns as No. 13 Florida State held off Georgia Tech 21-15 Saturday night to capture its first Atlantic Coast Conference championship since 2005, earning a trip to the Orange Bowl.
Saturday, December 1 2012 10:51 PM EST2012-12-02 03:51:44 GMT
Ray Graham rushed for a pair of touchdowns and went over 1,000 yards Saturday night to help Pittsburgh become bowl eligible with a 27-3 rout of struggling South Florida.
Ray Graham rushed for a pair of touchdowns and went over 1,000 yards Saturday night to help Pittsburgh become bowl eligible with a 27-3 rout of struggling South Florida.
Saturday, December 1 2012 6:57 PM EST2012-12-01 23:57:30 GMT
Alex Singleton ran for 100 yards and plunged over the top for a 1-yard score in overtime to lift Tulsa to a 33-27 victory over UCF on Saturday for its first Conference USA title and Liberty Bowl bid since 2005.
Alex Singleton ran for 100 yards and plunged over the top for a 1-yard score in overtime to lift Tulsa to a 33-27 victory over UCF on Saturday for its first Conference USA title and Liberty Bowl bid since 2005.
Wednesday, November 28 2012 9:11 AM EST2012-11-28 14:11:42 GMT
The Atlantic Coast Conference's presidents and chancellors have voted unanimously to add Louisville as the replacement for Maryland, a person familiar with the situation said Wednesday morning.
The Atlantic Coast Conference's presidents and chancellors have voted unanimously to add Louisville as the replacement for Maryland, a person familiar with the situation said Wednesday morning.
Saturday, November 24 2012 10:13 PM EST2012-11-25 03:13:02 GMT
Mike Gillislee ran for two touchdowns and Florida scored 24 straight points in a span of less than nine minutes in the fourth quarter to beat Florida State 37-26 on Saturday.
Mike Gillislee ran for two touchdowns and Florida scored 24 straight points in a span of less than nine minutes in the fourth quarter to beat Florida State 37-26 on Saturday.
Saturday, November 24 2012 8:41 PM EST2012-11-25 01:41:34 GMT
Quincy McDuffie ran for three touchdowns and Blake Bortles threw for two scores to lead Central Florida to a 49-24 win over Alabama-Birmingham on Saturday.
Quincy McDuffie ran for three touchdowns and Blake Bortles threw for two scores to lead Central Florida to a 49-24 win over Alabama-Birmingham on Saturday.
Saturday, November 24 2012 8:39 PM EST2012-11-25 01:39:09 GMT
Freshman Duke Johnson rushed for season highs of 176 yards and three touchdowns as Miami held on to beat Duke 52-45 on Saturday and claim a share of the ACC's Coastal Division title.
Freshman Duke Johnson rushed for season highs of 176 yards and three touchdowns, Stephen Morris had three passing scores and Miami held on to beat Duke 52-45 on Saturday and claim a share of the ACC's Coastal Division title.
Monday, November 19 2012 8:25 AM EST2012-11-19 13:25:55 GMT
Miami officials said Monday that the university is making what it called an "unprecedented decision" to self-impose a postseason ban for the second straight year.
Miami officials said Monday that the university is making what it called an "unprecedented decision" to self-impose a postseason ban for the second straight year, ending any chance of the Hurricanes playing in either the Atlantic Coast Conference championship game or a bowl.
Sunday, November 18 2012 11:10 PM EST2012-11-19 04:10:27 GMT
Notre Dame is one win away from playing in the BCS national championship game, while the Florida Gators sit at number four heading into their final game against No. Florida State.
Notre Dame is one win away from playing in the BCS national championship game, while the Florida Gators sit at number four heading into their final game against No. Florida State.
Saturday, November 17 2012 8:39 PM EST2012-11-18 01:39:51 GMT
Cody Green connected with Keyarris Garrett for three touchdown passes Saturday and Tulsa held on to beat UCF 23-21 in a battle of Conference USA division leaders.
Cody Green connected with Keyarris Garrett for three touchdown passes Saturday and Tulsa held on to beat UCF 23-21 in a battle of Conference USA division leaders.
Saturday, November 17 2012 8:37 PM EST2012-11-18 01:37:02 GMT
Stephen Morris threw for 413 yards and three scores, Herb Waters had an 87-yard touchdown catch for Miami's longest reception in more than five years and the Hurricanes rolled past South Florida 40-9 on Saturday.
Stephen Morris threw for 413 yards and three scores, Herb Waters had an 87-yard touchdown catch for Miami's longest reception in more than five years and the Hurricanes rolled past South Florida 40-9 on Saturday.
Saturday, November 17 2012 8:33 PM EST2012-11-18 01:33:52 GMT
Devonta Freeman ran for 148 yards and two touchdowns, FSU's top-ranked defense lived up to its billing and the Seminoles rolled past Maryland 41-14 Saturday to capture the Atlantic Division crown.
Devonta Freeman ran for 148 yards and two touchdowns, FSU's top-ranked defense lived up to its billing and the Seminoles rolled past Maryland 41-14 Saturday to capture the Atlantic Division crown.
Saturday, November 17 2012 8:29 PM EST2012-11-18 01:29:42 GMT
The seventh-ranked Gators turned in another mediocre showing against a less talented team, relying on a strong defensive effort to win their final home game 23-0 on Saturday.
The seventh-ranked Gators turned in another mediocre showing against a less talented team, relying on a strong defensive effort to win their final home game 23-0 on Saturday.
Tuesday, November 13 2012 5:18 AM EST2012-11-13 10:18:48 GMT
Florida State coach Jimbo Fisher apologized Monday for using the term "retarded" in response to a question about his team's ranking in the BCS standings.
Florida State coach Jimbo Fisher apologized Monday for using the term "retarded" in response to a question about his team's ranking in the BCS standings that determine which teams play for the national championship.
Saturday, November 10 2012 8:09 PM EST2012-11-11 01:09:40 GMT
Michael Rocco threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to Jake McGee with 6 seconds remaining Saturday and Virginia rallied from a 10-point deficit to stun Miami 41-40.
Michael Rocco threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to Jake McGee with 6 seconds remaining Saturday and Virginia rallied from a 10-point deficit to stun Miami 41-40.
Saturday, November 10 2012 8:06 PM EST2012-11-11 01:06:54 GMT
The Florida Gators needed two late touchdowns, including one on a blocked punt with under 10 seconds to play to beat Louisiana-Lafayette 27-20 on Saturday.
The Florida Gators needed two late touchdowns, including one on a blocked punt with under 10 seconds to play to beat Louisiana-Lafayette 27-20 on Saturday.
Saturday, November 3 2012 11:06 PM EDT2012-11-04 03:06:00 GMT
B.J. Daniels ran for a first-quarter touchdown before leaving in the fourth with a broken ankle as South Florida stopped a school-record six-game losing streak by beating Connecticut 13-6 on Saturday night.
B.J. Daniels ran for a first-quarter touchdown before leaving in the fourth with a broken ankle as South Florida stopped a school-record six-game losing streak by beating Connecticut 13-6 on Saturday night.
Tuesday, October 23 2012 7:05 AM EDT2012-10-23 11:05:00 GMT
Getting to Atlanta for the Southeastern Conference championship game is the goal for every team in the Southeastern Conference. Florida has accomplished it more often than anyone else.
Getting to Atlanta for the Southeastern Conference championship game is the goal for every team in the Southeastern Conference. Florida has accomplished it more often than anyone else.
Sunday, October 21 2012 12:16 AM EDT2012-10-21 04:16:24 GMT
EJ Manuel threw for 229 yards, Devonta Freeman ran for a pair of fourth-quarter touchdowns and No. 12 Florida State overcame a shaky start to beat Miami 33-20 on Saturday night.
EJ Manuel threw for 229 yards, Devonta Freeman ran for a pair of fourth-quarter touchdowns and No. 12 Florida State overcame a shaky start to beat Miami 33-20 on Saturday night, the Seminoles' third straight win over their archrival.
Saturday, October 20 2012 8:48 PM EDT2012-10-21 00:48:29 GMT
Teddy Bridgewater threw an 11-yard touchdown pass to Eli Rogers with 1:35 left, and the undefeated Cardinals edged South Florida 27-25 on Saturday for their best start since 2006.
Teddy Bridgewater threw an 11-yard touchdown pass to Eli Rogers with 1:35 left, and the undefeated Cardinals edged South Florida 27-25 on Saturday for their best start since 2006.
Saturday, October 20 2012 8:45 PM EDT2012-10-21 00:45:35 GMT
Jeff Driskel threw four touchdown passes -- three of them after turnovers -- and No. 3 Florida matched its win total from last season with a 44-11 drubbing of ninth-ranked South Carolina on Saturday.
Jeff Driskel threw four touchdown passes -- three of them after turnovers -- and No. 3 Florida matched its win total from last season with a 44-11 drubbing of ninth-ranked South Carolina on Saturday.
Sunday, October 14 2012 9:31 PM EDT2012-10-15 01:31:55 GMT
Alabama and Florida are at the top of the season's first BCS standings, making it yet another all-SEC top two, with Oregon and Kansas State close behind the Gators.
Alabama and Florida are at the top of the season's first BCS standings, making it yet another all-SEC top two, with Oregon and Kansas State close behind the Gators.
Saturday, October 13 2012 9:12 PM EDT2012-10-14 01:12:51 GMT
Giovani Bernard ran for 177 yards and two touchdowns and North Carolina survived a slew of penalties to beat Miami 18-14 Saturday, handing the Hurricanes their first Atlantic Coast Conference loss.
Giovani Bernard ran for 177 yards and two touchdowns and North Carolina survived a slew of penalties to beat Miami 18-14 Saturday, handing the Hurricanes their first Atlantic Coast Conference loss.
Sunday, October 7 2012 12:46 AM EDT2012-10-07 04:46:09 GMT
Cierre Wood and George Atkinson III gave Notre Dame its first 100-yard rushing duo in a decade to lead the No. 9 Irish to a 41-3 victory over Miami on Saturday night.
Cierre Wood and George Atkinson III gave Notre Dame its first 100-yard rushing duo in a decade to lead the No. 9 Irish to a 41-3 victory over Miami on Saturday night.
Sunday, October 7 2012 12:41 AM EDT2012-10-07 04:41:02 GMT
Mike Glennon found Bryan Underwood for a 2-yard touchdown pass on fourth down with 16 seconds left, helping North Carolina State rally to beat fourth-ranked Florida State 17-16 on Saturday night.
Mike Glennon found Bryan Underwood for a 2-yard touchdown pass on fourth down with 16 seconds left, helping North Carolina State rally to beat fourth-ranked Florida State 17-16 on Saturday night.
Saturday, October 6 2012 11:58 PM EDT2012-10-07 03:58:55 GMT
Mike Gillislee ran for a career-high 146 yards and two touchdowns, bringing No. 10 Florida to life in the second half as the Gators beat fourth-ranked LSU 14-6 Saturday.
Mike Gillislee ran for a career-high 146 yards and two touchdowns, bringing No. 10 Florida to life in the second half as the Gators beat fourth-ranked LSU 14-6 Saturday.
Saturday, October 6 2012 11:56 PM EDT2012-10-07 03:56:33 GMT
Marcus Green blocked a late field goal attempt and Montel Harris scored two touchdowns to lead Temple to a 37-28 victory over South Florida in a Big East Conference matchup on Saturday.
Marcus Green blocked a late field goal attempt and Montel Harris scored two touchdowns to lead Temple to a 37-28 victory over South Florida in a Big East Conference matchup on Saturday.
Saturday, September 29 2012 11:51 PM EDT2012-09-30 03:51:40 GMT
South Florida's B.J. Daniels threw for 143 yards and ran for 72 more and two touchdowns Saturday night in a 30-17 loss to the fourth-ranked Florida State Seminoles.
South Florida's B.J. Daniels threw for 143 yards and ran for 72 more and two touchdowns Saturday night in a 30-17 loss to the fourth-ranked Florida State Seminoles.
Saturday, September 29 2012 11:47 PM EDT2012-09-30 03:47:43 GMT
Marcus Murphy returned a punt 66 yards for a touchdown and James Franklin added an 80-yard touchdown pass as Missouri ground out a 21-16 win over Central Florida on Saturday.
Marcus Murphy returned a punt 66 yards for a touchdown and James Franklin added an 80-yard touchdown pass as Missouri ground out a 21-16 win over Central Florida on Saturday.
Saturday, September 29 2012 11:43 PM EDT2012-09-30 03:43:50 GMT
Stephen Morris threw for a school- and Atlantic Coast Conference-record 566 yards and five touchdowns and Miami beat North Carolina State 44-37 Saturday for the Hurricanes' first three-game winning streak since 2009.
Stephen Morris threw for a school- and Atlantic Coast Conference-record 566 yards and five touchdowns, the last of those a 62-yard strike to Phillip Dorsett with 19 seconds left, and Miami beat North Carolina State 44-37 Saturday for the Hurricanes' first three-game winning streak since 2009.
Monday, September 24 2012 6:35 AM EDT2012-09-24 10:35:43 GMT
Although Florida State's defense looked vulnerable against a high-powered Clemson offense, it clamped down when needed and allowed EJ Manuel and crew to rally for a huge victory.
Although Florida State's defense looked vulnerable against a high-powered Clemson offense, it clamped down when needed and allowed EJ Manuel and crew to rally for a huge victory.
Sunday, September 23 2012 12:34 AM EDT2012-09-23 04:34:29 GMT
EJ Manuel threw for a career-high 380 yards and two touchdowns and ran for another 102 yards as fourth-ranked Florida State rallied from a two-touchdown deficit to defeat No. 10 Clemson 49-37 on Saturday night.
EJ Manuel threw for a career-high 380 yards and two touchdowns and ran for another 102 yards as fourth-ranked Florida State rallied from a two-touchdown deficit to defeat No. 10 Clemson 49-37 on Saturday night.
Sunday, September 23 2012 12:28 AM EDT2012-09-23 04:28:20 GMT
Mike James scored on a 25-yard run, moments after Miami stopped Georgia Tech quarterback Tevin Washington on fourth-and-inches on the first possession of overtime, giving the Hurricanes a wild 42-36 win Saturday.
Mike James scored untouched on a 25-yard run, moments after Miami stopped Georgia Tech quarterback Tevin Washington on fourth-and-inches on the first possession of overtime, giving the Hurricanes a wild 42-36 win Saturday.
The U.S. Naval Academy has charged three Navy football players with sexually assaulting a female midshipman more than a year ago.
The U.S. Naval Academy on Wednesday charged three Navy football players with sexually assaulting a female midshipman at an off-campus house more than a year ago.
Nick Vander Tuig scattered four hits over seven-plus innings and UCLA produced just enough offense to defeat North Carolina State 2-1 in the College World Series on Tuesday night.
Never has a team swinging metal bats produced so few runs through two College World Series games yet found itself in such an enviable position.
Home runs are few and far between at the College World Series these days, which made Brian Holberton's first-inning shot all the more important for North Carolina.
Home runs are few and far between at the College World Series these days, which made Brian Holberton's first-inning shot all the more important for North Carolina.
Brian Holberton homered, freshman Trent Thornton pitched a strong seven innings and No. 1 national seed North Carolina extended its stay at the College World Series with a 4-2 victory over LSU on Tuesday.
Brian Holberton homered, freshman Trent Thornton pitched a strong seven innings and No. 1 national seed North Carolina extended its stay at the College World Series with a 4-2 victory over LSU on Tuesday.
Casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG say they've inked a deal to build a 20,000-seat Las Vegas Strip arena.
Years of talk about building an arena capable of hosting professional sports and big-name concerts yielded an announcement Tuesday that casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG will build a...
Oregon State used a seven-run fourth inning to break open the game against mistake-prone Louisville, and the Beavers stayed alive in the College World Series with an 11-4 victory on Monday.
Former Oklahoma State starting quarterback Wes Lunt is transferring to Illinois, returning to his home state after giving the Illini little consideration out of high school.
Former Oklahoma State starting quarterback Wes Lunt is transferring to Illinois, returning to his home state after giving the Illini little consideration out of high school.
Julie Hermann has started her first full day as Rutgers' athletic director.
Saying she has already rolled up her sleeves and is ready to work, Julie Hermann took over as Rutgers' athletic director with the promise that her No. 1 job is to create an atmosphere for Scarlet Knights students to...
The NCAA has begun the second day of a hearing in the massive infractions case against the University of Miami athletics department.
The NCAA hearings to determine if the University of Miami committed major infractions involving former booster Nevin Shapiro ended Friday after 16 1/2 hours over two days. The Committee on Infractions typically releases its...
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