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FILE - In this Dec. 27, 2019, file photo, Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz reacts during the second half of the Holiday Bowl NCAA college football game against Southern California. The University of Iowa said it would not pay a demand from eight Black former football players for $20 million in compensation for alleged racial discrimination they faced while they played for the Hawkeyes. The players also called for the firings of Kirk Ferentz, offensive line coach Brian Ferentz and athletic director Gary Barta. (AP Photo/Orlando Ramirez, File)

Attny: Iowa saying no to demands only emboldens ex-players

By Eric Olson Oct. 19, 2020 09:37 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 14, 2019, file photo, Iowa athletic director Gary Barta walks on the field before an NCAA college football game against Iowa State in Ames, Iowa. The University of Iowa said it would not pay a demand from eight Black former football players for $20 million in compensation for alleged racial discrimination they faced while they played for the Hawkeyes. The players also called for the firings of head football coach Kirk Ferentz, offensive line coach Brian Ferentz and Barta. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)

Iowa says it won't pay ex-players' demand for $20 million

By Eric Olson Oct. 18, 2020 07:27 PM EDT

This booking photo provided by the Hunt County (Texas) Sheriff's Office shows Wolfe City Police Officer Shaun Lucas on Monday, Oct. 5, 2020. Lucas has been charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a Black man following a reported disturbance at a convenience store in a small East Texas town over the weekend, authorities said. (Hunt County Sheriff's Office via AP)

Texas officer charged in Black man's fatal shooting fired

By Jamie Stengle Oct. 08, 2020 07:06 PM EDT

Vanderbilt head coach Derek Mason talks to his players in the second half of an NCAA college football game against LSU Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020, in Nashville, Tenn. LSU won 41-7. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)

SEC threatens fines, suspensions for breaking mask protocols

By Ralph D. Russo Oct. 08, 2020 02:24 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 3, 2020, file photo, Pittsburgh head coach Pat Narduzzi yells to his team as they play against North Carolina State during the first half of an NCAA college football game, in Pittsburgh. Coaches wearing masks around their chins. Fans not wearing masks at all while cheering from their seats. College football is sending plenty of alarming signals at it attempts to get through a tenuous season amid a pandemic. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)

Column: College football sending wrong messages vs COVID-19

By Paul Newberry Oct. 06, 2020 04:39 PM EDT

Texas officer charged with murder in fatal store shooting

By Juan A. Lozano And Jamie Stengle Oct. 06, 2020 06:26 AM EDT

SMU placekicker Chris Naggar (34) boots the the winning field goal with seconds remaining in an NCAA college football game against Memphis in Dallas, Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020. (AP Photo/Roger Steinman)

SMU gets late FG for 30-27 win over long-idle No. 25 Memphis

Oct. 03, 2020 07:42 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Michigan quarterback Shea Patterson throws a pass against Ohio State during an NCAA college football game in Columbus, Ohio. Magistrate Judge Norah McCann King moved a change of plea hearing from June 18 to July 1, 2020, for Daniel Rippy. Rippy is accused of making an "electronic communication" threat from California during this game between Ohio State and the University of Michigan threatening a shooting and vowing to hurt players on the football team. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)

Man behind threat to football players gets sentencing date

Oct. 02, 2020 09:51 AM EDT

College football player arrested on murder charge in Georgia

Sep. 30, 2020 05:00 AM EDT
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. (AP) — U.S. Marshals in Georgia have arrested a Georgetown University football player accused of killing a man in Washington, D.C. ...

West Virginia quarterback Jarret Doege (2) looks for a receiver during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Oklahoma State on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020, in Stillwater, Okla. (AP Photo/Brody Schmidt)

The Latest: Virus knocks out South Alabama-Troy game

By The Associated Press Sep. 29, 2020 01:29 PM EDT

Swinney: Not in favor of social justice messages on uniforms

By Pete Iacobelli Sep. 29, 2020 01:04 PM EDT
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney does not support messages of social justice or other issues on player uniforms. Swinney said Tuesday his stance...

FILE - In this Oct. 19, 2019, file photo, Georgia coach Kirby Smart, center, talks to his players during a timeout in the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Kentucky in Athens, Ga. There will be much interest in possible changes coming to No. 4 Georgia’s offense with a new quarterback, who is expected to be Wake Forest transfer Jamie Newman, and a new coordinator, Todd Monken. Still, Smart’s Bulldogs may lean on their experienced defense in the pandemic-delayed season. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)

Former UGa player says he experienced racism, manipulation

By Paul Newberry Sep. 23, 2020 12:52 PM EDT

Clemson running back Travis Etienne, left, is taken down by Wake Forest's Ja'Sir Taylor after a long run in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 12, 2020, in Winston-Salem, N.C. (Walt Unks/The Winston-Salem Journal via AP)

Lawrence, No. 1 Clemson dominate Wake Forest again, 37-13

By Steve Reed Sep. 12, 2020 11:21 PM EDT

North Carolina's Michael Carter breaks away from Syracuse's Geoff Cantin-Arku in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 12, 2020 in Chapel Hill, N.C. (Robert Willett/The News & Observer via AP, Pool)

Stadiums quiet but college football, shows of unity go on

By Eric Olson Sep. 12, 2020 05:02 PM EDT

University of Alabama football Coach Nick Saban speaks at a social justice rally in front of Fosters Auditorium, the sight of the famous stand in the Schoolhouse Door to voice his support for social justice Monday, Aug. 31, 2020, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Then Governor George Wallace made his famous stand in this doorway to attempt to prevent the integration of the university. Football players at Alabama staged the march and rally to support Black Lives Matter and issues of social justice. (Gary Cosby Jr./The Tuscaloosa News via AP)

Nick Saban, Alabama players hold protest march on campus

Aug. 31, 2020 07:31 PM EDT

FILE - Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence speaks during a protest over the death of George Floyd Saturday, June 13, 2020, in Clemson, S.C. This summer college athletes have organized campus marches, threatened boycotts, and been trending on social media as if they had just scored game-winning touchdowns without stepping foot on a field. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

In summer of college athlete empowerment, what was gained?

By Ralph D. Russo Aug. 31, 2020 04:41 PM EDT

South Carolina football taking Monday off for demonstration

Aug. 29, 2020 03:02 PM EDT
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Will Muschamp said his team will forgo football activities on Monday and participate in a campus demonstration...