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Crisis of College Football’s Offensive Lines: NIL’s Impact and Trends

The decline of offensive lines in college football is tied to several factors, primarily the impact of NIL deals and the transfer portal. Programs like Washington have seen a mass exodus of talent, losing key players to the draft or other schools, complicating recruiting and development efforts. With offensive line units needing continuity for success, […]

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The decline of offensive lines in college football is tied to several factors, primarily the impact of NIL deals and the transfer portal. Programs like Washington have seen a mass exodus of talent, losing key players to the draft or other schools, complicating recruiting and development efforts. With offensive line units needing continuity for success, the shifting landscape is making it increasingly difficult for teams to maintain robust offensive fronts. Injuries and inconsistent lineups have further exacerbated performance issues, revealing a broader trend of declining talent and depth across the country.

By the Numbers

  • Washington fell from No. 17 to 127 in pass-blocking grade.
  • Last season, out of 40 All-America honorees, 36 were homegrown players.

Yes, But

Some argue that the increased movement of players has leveled the playing field, allowing schools that historically lacked depth to compete more effectively. However, the drastic changes have also resulted in a decline in player development and performance consistency at established programs.

State of Play

  • The transfer portal has seen elite programs lose numerous linemen, while smaller schools gain these players.
  • Injuries to key offensive linemen this season have impacted teams’ performances, revealing vulnerabilities.

What’s Next

As NIL deals continue to shape recruiting landscapes, teams may need to adapt strategies for building their offensive lines, prioritizing retention and development more than ever. The transfer market will likely see even more shifts in talent as schools navigate this new reality.

Bottom Line

The crisis in college football’s offensive lines highlights the need for programs to rethink their approach to player development and retention, as both talent and continuity are essential for building successful units. Success in the new era depends on teams mastering the complexities of recruiting and fostering a stable environment for their linemen.





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Here’s how fans want Michigan Football to divvy up money to build roster

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Michigan Wolverines fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. There’s a new revenue-sharing model for the University of Michigan Athletics Department and all other […]

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Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Michigan Wolverines fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

There’s a new revenue-sharing model for the University of Michigan Athletics Department and all other college institutions following the NCAA vs House Settlement. Michigan will be able to share $20.5 million in revenue with student-athletes. Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel has said that he expects 75% of that revenue ($15.38 million) to go to football.

Earlier this week, we asked fans how they want Michigan Football to divvy up money to build out its roster, and now the results are in.

45% of fans believe the majority of the money should be spent on recruiting, 36% want the most allocated to roster retention, with 19% of fans thinking the transfer portal should be the priority.

The needs of a team will vary year by year, and thus, how the money is allocated will vary just the same. Perhaps the most proper strategy of all will be balance and making sure the program isn’t lacking in one area between recruiting, roster retention, and the transfer portal.

How did you vote this week? Let us know in the comments and come back next week for another edition of SB Nation Reacts.

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Razorback nation begins to spiral after Arkansas baseball’s loss in the CWS

Arkansas in the postseason, especially when the Diamond Hogs make it to Omaha, never makes it easy. The Hogs are heading to the losers’ bracket to take on Murray State on Monday afternoon after being shut down by LSU in their first game of the College World Series. The PTHD (post-traumatic Hog disorder) has hit […]

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Arkansas in the postseason, especially when the Diamond Hogs make it to Omaha, never makes it easy. The Hogs are heading to the losers’ bracket to take on Murray State on Monday afternoon after being shut down by LSU in their first game of the College World Series.

The PTHD (post-traumatic Hog disorder) has hit fans hard, and they’ve taken to social media to list their grievances, make self-effacing jokes, and scream into the void like Grampa Simpson yelling at the clouds. No doubt tonight’s game was important, and the journey to make the CWS final has just become much more difficult. However, some still have hope that the Hogs can overcome this initial error.

The social media reactions below highlight how much of the Razorback nation feels after watching Arkansas lose its first game against the Tigers.

Arkansas baseball vs LSU, CWS: Social media reactions

Starting strong is Hogs fan Randall Hog on X, posting a hilarious meme of the cartoon Bugs Bunny after what looks like a long day. After watching Arkansas baseball come up short in the postseason time and time again, much of Razorback Nation can relate.

HawgSports beat writer Connor Goodson calls back to Arkansas’ recent struggles with purple teams in the postseason. In 2023 and 2024, the Hogs ran into TCU and Kansas State, respectively, in the Regional rounds. Both played a part in knocking the Razorbacks out of the tournament those years.

Razorback faithful and former America’s Got Talent star Tyler Davis makes a joke about LSU owning Arkansas. It would be funny if it didn’t hurt so much.

When Arkansas played Ole Miss in the SEC Tournament, Arkansas’ offense was shut down in a similar way. However, the Razorbackers official X account is already looking toward the future against Murray State.

To add insult to injury, Arkansas lost by making small errors on defense and coming up empty on offense, but Oregon State made comically bad plays against a not-so-great Louisville team and still won. Best of Arkansas Sports contributor Michael Main almost foresees the loss on Friday, posting this video and caption.

Kade Anderson was electric

Even in a loss, you have to give credit where it’s due. LSU lefty Kade Anderson was amazing on the mound. He single-handedly held the best offense in the country to three hits and one run in seven innings, striking out seven batters.

One X user put it bluntly. The Razorbacks just couldn’t beat one of the best pitchers in the country.

Jake Crain of Crain & Co. points out that Anderson had a performance that some people only dream of. Anderson probably did cement his legacy with that performance, and the Hogs just happened to be the victims.

Is Arkansas the Gonzaga of college baseball?

One X user makes an interesting point. The Gonzaga Bulldogs have had one of the best runs under Mark Few, but they haven’t quite gotten over the hump to win a national championship. But is Arkansas really the Gonzaga of college baseball? For how long Dave Van Horn has been on the Hill, one could argue Gonzaga of College Basketball instead.





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Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark Discusses Post-House Priorities

Share Tweet Share Share Email Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark joined the Triple Option podcast this week, hosted by Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram, and Rob Stone, to outline his top priorities as college athletics enters a new, unsettled era. In the detailed conversation, Yormark highlighted three key battlegrounds: the House settlement, College Football Playoff (CFP) expansion, […]

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Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark joined the Triple Option podcast this week, hosted by Urban Meyer, Mark Ingram, and Rob Stone, to outline his top priorities as college athletics enters a new, unsettled era.

In the detailed conversation, Yormark highlighted three key battlegrounds: the House settlement, College Football Playoff (CFP) expansion, and long-term governance of collegiate sports.

 

“I take everything home with me,” Yormark said. “It’s a 24/7 job, and you can never turn it off. There are a lot of big national issues that we’re dealing with. And right now, I would say the big three are the (House) settlement, CFP (College Football Playoff), and future governance, meaning the role of the NCAA in this new age of collegiate athletics.”

Yormark acknowledged that while the June House settlement—slated to take effect July 1—addresses transformational areas like NIL, multiple gray zones remain.

“There’s a lot going on in our space right now, and I’m sure everyone knows, but it’s not just football and basketball,” Yormark continued. “I mean, we sponsor 25 sports here, 15 of which are women’s sports, and we think there’s a lot of growth there, so there’s a lot to manage and a lot to do.”

Yormark finished his thoughts by saying, “But I will tell you that coming from professional sports, there’s nothing like college athletics. It’s a purpose-driven industry, and at the core is our student athlete.”

Brett Yormark is steering the Big 12 through a seismic realignment in college sports. He seeks not only to implement major changes driven by court rulings and playoff momentum, but to shape them.

His push against entrenched interests, such as SEC bias and NCAA flaws, marks a clear declaration: the Big 12 intends to lead, not react.





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Texas Tech Grant McCasland values culture, mitigates distractions building his team

The Texas Tech athletic program has made national news with its name. Image and likeness (NIL) program over the last month. It has been reported that the school has spent upwards of $55 million across all of its sports programs, and it is alleged that they are using their gains in that realm to buy […]

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The Texas Tech athletic program has made national news with its name. Image and likeness (NIL) program over the last month. It has been reported that the school has spent upwards of $55 million across all of its sports programs, and it is alleged that they are using their gains in that realm to buy next year’s softball World Series.

Buying a team, or the implication that a program is willing to spend money on a championship, implies a lack of importance in culture. Texas Tech has been building its football, basketball, and softball programs with the power of an elite NIL program. That does not mean they are sacrificing culture at the same time. Men’s basketball head coach Grant McCasland recently spoke out about that very issue.

Grant states, quite simply, that he will not add players or staff who will impact team building. He is implying that team building is more intricate than buying the best available player on the market. McCasland has excelled in the transfer portal, snagging game-ready players from other power conference teams. His recent statement indicates that he has had a more analytical approach to team building. Knowing that amassing talent alone is not the way to win a championship shows the leadership of McCasland and his team.

The Red Raider hoops program has a bright future, built with precision and thought. According to McCasland’s statements, these public and powerful initiatives surely resonate across all Texas Tech programs and serve as a testament to Tech’s willingness to utilize NIL, within certain limits.

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A deep dive into the futures of Alabama Football, SEC teams and top Power Four teams

In the current era of one-season massive roster rebuilds, the duration of two seasons of college football is tantamount to forever. At the end of the 2026 season, Alabama Football will be three seasons into its post-Nick Saban era. What can Crimson Tide fans expect? ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg thinks he knows. Previously, ESPN has provided […]

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In the current era of one-season massive roster rebuilds, the duration of two seasons of college football is tantamount to forever. At the end of the 2026 season, Alabama Football will be three seasons into its post-Nick Saban era. What can Crimson Tide fans expect? ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg thinks he knows.

Previously, ESPN has provided three-season Power Four Power Rankings projections. Rittenberg’s latest projection covers only the 2025 and 2026 seasons. His conclusions are subjective, using the criteria: returning quarterback, likelihood of a multi-year quarterback on the roster, offensive line and defensive line outlook, roster management, star power, and coaching staff.

Alabama football fans will not love Rittenberg’s ranking of the Crimson Tide program. Alabama is the fifth-highest ranked SEC football program at No. 10 overall. Nine SEC football teams are in the top 22 of the rankings, led by Texas at No. 1 and Georgia at No. 3. Also ranked in the top 22 are No. 8 LSU, No. 9 Tennessee, No. 15 Florida, No. 16 Ole Miss, No. 18 South Carolina, and No. 22 Missouri. The rest of the SEC is No. 27 Oklahoma, No. 28 Texas A&M, No. 37 Auburn, No. 47 Vanderbilt, No. 52 Kentucky, No. 55 Arkansas, and No. 59 Mississippi State.

Among the other three Power Four conferences, the Big Ten has seven programs in the top 25; the Big 12 and the ACC have four each. Five Big 12 programs are ranked below Mississippi State, as are three Big Ten programs.

Alabama Football Program Ranking

Two main factors reduced the Alabama Crimson Tide’s program ranking. One is not having a returning starting quarterback. The other is that Kalen DeBoer must prove themselves by making a College Football Playoff field. Given those criteria, Rittenberg’s No. 10 ranking for the Alabama Crimson Tide is more plausible.

Rittenberg did not factor 2025 Strength of Schedules into his projections. However, using his program rankings, the Alabama Crimson Tide will play at least six 2025 teams ranked in the top 27 programs for the next two seasons. Getting through that gauntlet with only a loss or two would indicate that Rittenberg’s No. 10 program ranking for the Crimson Tide is too low.



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Standout baseball transfer commits to Florida Gators

The Florida Gators have landed a talented baseball transfer who had a strong 2025 season for another program in the Sunshine State. That player is Jaden Bastian, according to Jacob Rudner of Baseball America. Bastian, who plays center field, is transferring to UF from Jacksonville. He is considered one of the top college baseball players […]

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The Florida Gators have landed a talented baseball transfer who had a strong 2025 season for another program in the Sunshine State. That player is Jaden Bastian, according to Jacob Rudner of Baseball America.

Bastian, who plays center field, is transferring to UF from Jacksonville. He is considered one of the top college baseball players in the transfer portal. Last season, Bastian hit .302/.433/.552 with 11 homers, 10 doubles, 5 triples and 33 RBI. Additionally, he recorded 36 stolen bases in 2025.

Bastian, a native of Winter Garden, Fla., just completed his sophomore season with the Dolphins. He also had a productive freshman season, when he posted a slash line of .263/.421/.465 with 6 home runs, 2 doubles, 25 RBI and 11 stolen bases.

Here are Florida’s other baseball pickups thus far since the season ended:

RHP Russell Sandefer commits

Florida landed UCF right-handed pitcher Russell Sandefer on June 6. Sandefer went 2-3 this season and recorded a 3.38 ERA with 49 strikeouts in 50.2 innings as a sophomore for the Knights. He had the third lowest ERA on the team.

C/DH AJ Malzone commits

The Gators landed their second commitment on June 5 from junior college catcher/DH AJ Malzone of Wabash Valley College in Illinois. In 2025, he batted .347 and had 10 homers, 58 RBI and a .602 slugging percentage over 58 games.

RHP Ricky Reeth commits

Notre Dame pitcher Ricky Reeth committed to Florida on June 5 for his final year of eligibility. This season Reeth posted a 4-2 record, 4.31 ERA and 43 strikeouts against 12 walks in 22 appearances. He allowed 23 earned runs and 44 hits in 48 innings.

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