University of South Florida CEO of Athletics Rob Higgins announced that Brian Hartline is the new head football coach at the University of South Florida. Hartline was named the seventh coach of USF football after Alex Golesh was tapped by Auburn University.

Alex Golesh has added nine of his former players to Auburn's roster, with Byrum Brown being the biggest piece.

The University of Miami will compete against Mississippi in the 2026 Vrbo Fiesta Bowl, with fans encouraged to wear team colors at local watch parties.

Auburn football has signed South Florida transfer Cole Best, making him the second former Bull to sign with the Tigers on Monday.

Former LSU Tigers quarterback Michael Van Buren is heading to the Sunshine State after revealing a commitment to Brian Hartline and the South Florida Bulls on W

Florida and Auburn have new quarterbacks to pair with new head coaches. Georgia Tech’s Aaron Philo announced his commitment to the Gators and will follow former Yellow Jackets offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner from Atlanta to Gainesville.

South Florida lost three-year starter Byrum Brown in the transfer portal, as the star dual-threat quarterback followed Golesh to Auburn. In return, the Bulls received a quarterback with substantial starting experience in the SEC.

Ole Miss football was among the highest bidders for NFL-bound Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson for 2026, according to a report