College Football Playoff expansion has struck again. In a landmark move set to reshape the landscape of college football, the College Football Playoff (CFP) has inked a groundbreaking agreement that paves the way for an expanded 14-team postseason format. Amidst a flurry of negotiations, all nine Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) conferences, along with Notre Dame, have come to a consensus on the future of the sport’s pinnacle event, signaling a significant departure from the current four-team playoff system. The memorandum of understanding (MOU) outlines a transformative vision for the CFP, set to take effect in 2026. Central to this agreement…
Author: Ian McClintock
Ian McClintock
Ian McClintock has been writing for Gridiron Heroics since March of 2024, covering all major sports. He graduated from Colorado Media School with a degree in Radio and Television Broadcasting with a Sports Emphasis in 2023. He is currently also the Sports Director for the Basin Radio Network in Gillette, Wyoming.
The NFL free agency period has officially commenced, sparking a flurry of negotiations and player movements across the league. Beginning Monday at noon ET, teams are permitted to engage in discussions with free agents, with the opportunity for players to officially sign with new teams commencing on Wednesday at 4 p.m. ET coinciding with the onset of the new league year. In the lead-up to the NFL free agency period, several teams opted to utilize the franchise tag, securing key players before the deadline last week. Additionally, there has been notable activity in terms of re-signings and contract extensions, highlighted…
The Los Angeles Chargers made a significant roster move on Tuesday, announcing the release of linebacker Eric Kendricks. Kendricks had joined the Los Angeles Chargers last offseason after signing a lucrative two-year, $13.25 million contract, which included $6.75 million in guaranteed money. The release came ahead of a critical deadline, as Kendricks would have been eligible for a $1.25 million roster bonus if he remained on the roster by the third day of the upcoming league year, slated for March 15. By parting ways with Kendricks, the Chargers managed to save $6.5 million, albeit incurring a dead money charge of…
Before the onset of free agency next week, the Denver Broncos have granted permission for quarterback Russell Wilson, who is set to be released, to engage in discussions and meetings with other teams in their respective cities, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported on Wednesday. The Denver Broncos officially announced on Monday their decision to inform Wilson of his impending release after the commencement of the 2024 league year next Wednesday. This move effectively concludes Wilson’s turbulent two-season tenure with the team. Following the Denver Broncos’ announcement, Wilson conveyed a message in a statement, stating, “Tough times don’t last, but tough people…
The 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit Michigan is now only 51 days away. As the dust settles on the 2024 NFL scouting combine, football fans and analysts alike eagerly anticipate the upcoming draft in April. With each passing day, the picture becomes clearer as teams assess their needs, evaluate prospects, and strategize for the future. The combine serves as a pivotal moment in this process, providing valuable insights into the physical and mental abilities of potential draftees. One notable aspect of this year’s combine was the absence of many top quarterbacks and wide receivers from the on-field drills. Despite this,…
