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In an adrenaline-fueled twist of events, EA Sports is charging ahead, undeterred by the legal storm cloud hanging over its return to the college football gaming arena. Despite facing persistent legal challenges on licensing rights, the highly-anticipated 'College Gridiron Glory' video game is still set to hit stores in the summer of 2024, according to an exclusive report from On3. Expressing unwavering enthusiasm, an Electronic Arts spokesperson declared, "We're on the brink of bringing back an unparalleled college football experience, tailored for the fervent fans and athletes who have ardently supported the franchise. Summer 2024 will witness the triumphant return." The legal battleground was set when The Brandr Group, orchestrator of group licensing deals for numerous Division I schools, threw down the gauntlet with a lawsuit against EA in June. EA's maneuver of engaging with OneTeam Partners for collective bargaining, instead of The Brandr Group, trigg...

We can't deny that the 2020 college football season was one for the record books – full of peculiarities, excitement, and controversy that will be remembered for years. The global pandemic introduced unprecedented challenges, yet it also brought forth unique opportunities that may never recur in our lifetime. However, 2020 isn't the sole contender for the title of the oddest college football season. While it would be hard to surpass the peculiarities of that year, numerous seasons in the past have deviated from the expected norm, leaving an indelible mark on the sport, for better or worse. Let's delve into the annals of college football and explore fifteen of the strangest seasons ever. 1. 1918 - Influenza Pandemic and World War I The events of 1918, including the influenza pandemic and World War I, significantly impacted college football. Many games were canceled, and military organizations formed teams with former college players, adding a unique dimension to the...

Venturing into the transfer portal in college football is more art than science. While there are analytical approaches to scouting, the process remains a nuanced gamble for schools, especially given the vast pool of thousands of players each cycle. The spotlight often gravitates towards top transfers like Keon Coleman and Sam Hartman, but hidden gems emerge from less glamorous backgrounds. These unsung heroes, players who initially slipped under the radar upon entering the portal, often evolve into impact starters or all-conference-level players at their new homes. The quest for these less-obvious contributors raises questions: How do teams identify players from FCS backgrounds who can thrive in the Big Ten? Can a former star recruit, plagued by injuries, rediscover success at a new destination? To uncover the strategies behind finding these under-the-radar stars, 247Sports spoke with coaches and personnel experts. Notably, the majority of players discussed had transfer ratings belo...