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BYU has publicly criticized an ESPN headline questioning whether they could 'steal' a College Football Playoff (CFP) berth from Notre Dame or Miami, asserting that such framing undermines the integrity of the sport. The network's portrayal has sparked backlash, particularly as it suggests favoritism in the selection process.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have re-signed infielder Miguel Rojas to a one-year, $5.5 million contract following his crucial performance in the recent World Series, where he hit a game-tying homer in Game 7. Rojas, 36, contributed significantly during the season, finishing with a .262 batting average and seven home runs, and elevated his performance in the postseason with a .278 average and two RBIs.

Florida's new football coach Jon Sumrall has made a significant move by hiring Brad White, the former defensive coordinator at Kentucky, to fill the same role on his staff. This decision marks Sumrall's first major hire since taking over the Gators' program.

Billy Napier, the former head coach of the Florida Gators, is reportedly finalizing a deal to take over as head coach at James Madison University after being dismissed seven games into the 2025 season with a record of 22-23 at Florida. This transition marks a significant shift in his coaching career following a challenging tenure in the SEC.

Kentucky's college basketball team is facing significant scrutiny as they have not met expectations early in the season, particularly after a disappointing loss to Michigan State, raising doubts about their $22 million investment in the program.

Florida football has officially signed 4-star quarterback Will Griffin, marking him as the first commitment from the 2026 recruiting class during the early signing period. This signing was confirmed on December 4, 2025, by Yahoo Sports.

NBA referee Haywoode Workman is launching the inaugural HBCU Hoops Invitational college basketball tournament in Orlando, Florida, scheduled for December 4th to 6th at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. This event aims to showcase talent from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and promote their basketball programs.

Duke basketball narrowly defeated Florida 67-66 at Cameron Indoor Stadium, showcasing the team's resilience and reliance on freshman star Cameron Boozer, who scored 39 points. This performance marks Boozer's impressive streak, accumulating 90 points over his last three games.