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No. 14 Kansas used lockdown defense and efficient free-throw shooting to beat Houston 69-56, with Tre White leading the way with 23 points. The Jayhawks closed the first half on an 11-0 run, limited Houston to 31.8% shooting and 20.8% from 3, and went 18-for-20 at the line to seal the win as they prepare to face No. 2 Arizona.
Unranked Cincinnati upset No. 8 Kansas 84-68 in Lawrence, marking the Jayhawks’ largest home loss under Bill Self. The Bearcats pulled away in the second half with 28 points from Moustapha Thiam and four triples from Jalen Celestine, earning a road win over a top-10 opponent for the first time since 1990 while Ian Eagle and Bill Raftery provided a lively broadcast.
Kansas State fired head coach Jerome Tang for cause after a blowout loss and his postgame criticism of players, with athletic director Gene Taylor citing contract language and the negative reaction as the basis for the move. Associate head coach Matthew Driscoll was named interim head coach as Tang’s four-year tenure ends with the Wildcats at 10-15 overall and 1-11 in the Big 12. Tang disputed the termination characterization and noted an $18.7 million buyout if fired without cause; the school will begin a search for a new coach.
Iowa State University has canceled the remainder of its gymnastics season due to not having enough student-athletes to compete safely. The 2-8 Cyclones had remaining meets against Western Michigan, Arizona State, Arizona, BYU, and Iowa, plus the Big 12 Championship; NCAA Regionals are also canceled. Fans with tickets will be refunded per ISU Athletics.
Darryn Peterson scored 19 points, including two go-ahead 3-pointers in the final 44 seconds, to lift Kansas to a 64-61 road win at Texas Tech. KU overcame 15 turnovers and a 9-offensive-rebound deficit to extend their winning streak to six, despite uneven perimeter defense and shooting. Tech’s strong 3-point start cooled late as KU closed it out and the Jayhawks head home to host Utah.
Arizona Wildcats travel to Provo for a top-15 showdown with No. 13 BYU in a Big Monday matchup. The game airs on ESPN at 7 p.m. MT, with Arizona listed as a 1.5-point favorite and an over/under of 166.5. KenPom gives UA about a 60% chance to win. Watch on ESPN, stream on ESPN.com, listen on Wildcats Radio 1290 AM, and follow AZ Desert Swarm for live chat and updates.
The top-ranked Arizona Wildcats host West Virginia at McKale Center on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026 at 12 p.m. MT. Arizona is a 17.5-point favorite with an over/under of 144.5, and KenPom gives the Cats a 94% chance to win. The game airs on CBS (Spero Dedes and Clark Kellogg), streams on CBSSports.com, and is radioed on Wildcats Sports Radio 1290 AM. WVU will be making its first Tucson trip since 1992.
The latest men's college basketball Power 37 rankings see BYU entering the top 10 after a strong start in the Big 12, while Michigan State drops to No. 13 following a loss to Nebraska. The rankings highlight ongoing team performances and shifts as conference play begins, with notable teams like Arizona, Michigan, and UConn maintaining top positions, and Miami (Ohio) emerging as an undefeated surprise at 15-0.
The article discusses the outcomes of the College Football Playoff quarterfinals, highlighting the rise of underdogs like Miami, Oregon, Indiana, and Ole Miss, the benefits of the expanded 12-team format, and the struggles of traditional power conferences like the Big 12. It also examines coaching successes, such as Mario Cristobal's impact at Miami, and the surprising trend of top seeds losing after bye weeks, with a focus on the implications for future tournaments.
Michigan hired Kyle Whittingham as its new football coach on a five-year deal, replacing Sherrone Moore amid controversy. Whittingham, a highly successful Utah coach with a record 177 wins, announced his departure from Utah after 21 seasons and will now lead Michigan, bringing his extensive experience and leadership to the program. Utah's interim coach Morgan Scalley will lead the team in the upcoming Las Vegas Bowl.
BYU finished an 11-2 season, exceeding expectations and earning a spot in the Pop-Tarts Bowl after missing the College Football Playoff. They are focused on proving their worth against Georgia Tech, with a strong offense led by quarterback Bachmeier and a favorable matchup against a weak Tech defense. The game is expected to be competitive, with BYU favored to win 31-23.
Jordan Peterson, with extensive experience in college football coaching including stints at Texas A&M, Kansas, and New Mexico, has been appointed as Kansas State's new defensive coordinator, bringing a strong track record of defensive success and player development to the Wildcats.
The Week 11 CFP rankings show little movement in the top five, with Texas, Texas Tech, and Miami making notable gains, while teams like Oklahoma and USC remain on the bubble. The rankings highlight key matchups and the race for playoff spots across conferences, with Texas and Georgia poised for strong finishes and the potential for chaos in the final weeks.
The article discusses projections for the upcoming College Football Playoff rankings, highlighting a one-bid Big 12 with Texas as a potential at-large team, the SEC's strong representation, and the shifting landscape of conference champions and at-large bids, with particular focus on the impact of recent game results on rankings and playoff prospects.
Week 11 in college football was chaotic, with multiple top teams losing and conference races tightening, prompting the College Football Playoff committee to face tough questions about rankings, conference strength, and potential at-large bids, especially from the ACC, Big 12, and Group of 5 teams.