At the midpoint of the men’s college basketball season, the Coach of the Year race is as wide open as it’s ever been  — and that’s no accident. In the modern era of transfer portals, NIL deals, and roster churn , judging coaching excellence isn’t just about wins and losses anymore. Today’s elite coaches wear multiple hats: tactician, recruiter, roster architect, and crisis manager. Preseason expectations matter less. Adaptability matters more. With conference play heating up

Week 13 brought clarity, not chaos — and the College Football Playoff race is tightening fast. With Rivalry Week and conference championships ahead, contenders are fighting for seeding, survival, and a place in the first-ever 12-team CFP. From the ACC’s unpredictability to Ohio State’s dominance, here’s where the field stands now.

Week 7 delivered chaos across college football — Indiana stunned Oregon, Penn State dropped a coaching bombshell, and new stars emerged in Washington and USC. From major upsets to betting line shakeups, the CFP race looks completely different heading into Week 8. Check out our full breakdown of what every bettor needs to know — only on BetNow Sportsbook.

Indiana pulled off the shocker of the season, taking down No. 3 Oregon 30-20 in Bloomington. From Cignetti’s impact to the Heisman race shaking up, Week 7 delivered pure drama across the Power 5 — and a new contender might just have arrived in the Big Ten.

The 2025 college football season's first month has completely upended the betting market. Preseason Heisman favorites like Arch Manning are struggling, while the preseason No. 4 Clemson Tigers are a massive 1-3 liability.