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Swinney blasts Ole Miss over 'tampering,' urges sweeping college football reforms
college-football1 month ago

Swinney blasts Ole Miss over 'tampering,' urges sweeping college football reforms

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney accused Ole Miss of direct, repeated tampering with Clemson linebacker Luke Ferrelli, calling it a 'whole other level' of misconduct and arguing the transfer-portal system is broken. He detailed alleged communications and a $1 million offer, and said Clemson has filed an NCAA complaint. Swinney urged governance and consequences for tampering and proposed reforms—from moving the portal window to spring and instituting OTAs to limiting transfers and overhauling revenue sharing—to protect players and restore integrity in college football.

Duke Stuns Clemson 46-45 as ACC Fines Dabo Swinney for Referee Criticism
sports3 months ago

Duke Stuns Clemson 46-45 as ACC Fines Dabo Swinney for Referee Criticism

Clemson was fined $10,000 and reprimanded by the ACC after coach Dabo Swinney publicly criticized officiating following a loss to Duke, citing a controversial pass interference call that he believed was incorrect. The ACC stated his comments violated sportsmanship policies, emphasizing that public criticism of officials is prohibited. Clemson's record fell to 3-5 after the game.

Oklahoma State's Coaching Shakeup: Gundy's Departure Sparks Debate
sports5 months ago

Oklahoma State's Coaching Shakeup: Gundy's Departure Sparks Debate

The article discusses how college football coaches Mike Gundy and Dabo Swinney have responded to the evolving landscape of the sport, emphasizing the importance of adapting to new realities like NIL and the transfer portal. Gundy's resistance to change contributed to his departure from Oklahoma State, while Swinney's willingness to embrace change reflects a broader need for coaches to reinvent themselves to stay competitive. The piece highlights that success in modern college football depends on attitude and adaptability rather than traditional methods or age.

Week 4 College Football Highlights: Surprises, Standouts, and Shifts
college-football5 months ago

Week 4 College Football Highlights: Surprises, Standouts, and Shifts

The article provides unfiltered takes on college football Week 4, discussing Clemson's struggles despite talented players, Dabo Swinney's coaching challenges, Syracuse's success under Fran Brown, coaching decisions at Wisconsin and Texas Tech, quarterback controversies, and the evolving landscape of teams like Indiana, Oklahoma, and Nebraska, highlighting the unpredictability and ongoing developments in college football.