In a matchup that paired history with high-level competition, the spotlight was on both Norfolk State, led by Mike Vick in his advisory role, and Rutgers, under the steady hand of head coach Greg Schiano. Beyond the scoreboard, the game highlighted the importance of growth, resilience, and the evolving identity of football at every level

The Columbus Blue Jackets enter the 2025–26 season with playoff expectations, leaning on their young core to build on last year’s progress while improving defensively and in back-to-back games to secure a postseason berth.

UCLA hit a new low in the DeShaun Foster era, getting steamrolled 35-10 by underdog New Mexico in a penalty-ridden meltdown that left the Bruins searching for rock bottom—and still digging.

AJ Hennessey’s 86th-minute header lifted No. 4 TCU past rival Texas A&M 2-1, capping a dominant performance defined by Sydney Becerra’s first Horned Frogs goal and a gritty Aggie fightback behind keeper Sydney Fuller.

The name Naughty by Nature is etched into hip-hop history. With classic anthems like "O.P.P." and "Hip Hop Hooray," the trio from East Orange, New Jersey—Treach, Vin Rock, and DJ Kay Gee—brought raw, authentic stories from the streets to global audiences. But decades after their initial rise, one member is channeling his platform into something even more powerful: community revival.

The Alamodome in San Antonio stands as a rare example of a debt-free, multi-use stadium that continues to thrive without a marquee tenant, proving that practical design and civic-minded planning can outperform flashier, billion-dollar venues. Its consistent adaptability and economic impact have made it a reliable host for major events like the NCAA Final Four, benefiting both fans and the local community.

Minnesota fell to Penn State 69-60 despite a strong individual effort from Femi Odukale and Dawson Garcia’s double-double, as offensive struggles and key scoring droughts cost the Gophers the game. Penn State capitalized on Minnesota’s inefficiency, using a decisive second-half run and clutch free-throw shooting to secure the victory.

Seton Hall stunned UConn with a 69-68 overtime victory, snapping a nine-game losing streak thanks to Isaiah Coleman's 23-point performance and Scotty Middleton's game-winning tip-in. The Pirates' relentless defense and clutch plays in the final minute overcame UConn's late lead, highlighting both Seton Hall's resilience and the Huskies' ongoing offensive struggles.