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					<![CDATA[How to Watch North Texas vs. Indiana: TV Channel, Live Stream, Time]]>
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				    <![CDATA[Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the CFB Week 1 North Texas Mean Green and Indiana Hoosiers game.]]>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 05:06:02 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[The North Texas Mean Green visit the Indiana Hoosiers on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. ET from Memorial Stadium, Bloomington, IN. Indiana opens its national-title defense at home Saturday against North Texas, and the No. 6 Hoosiers bring the nation's most productive offense with them. Indiana led all of Division I with 87 total touchdowns in 2025, while North Texas ranked third nationally with 75. Indiana is a 40.5-point favorite at DraftKings, with the total set at 55.5. Below, we'll give you all the details you need to know about how to watch this game. How to Watch North Texas vs. Indiana Players to Watch North Texas enters Week 2 replacing almost its entire 2025 team, since former coach Eric Morris and much of the roster left for Oklahoma State's staff overhaul. New coach Neal Brown is rebuilding around transfers, and Ezeani is the most proven piece up front. He racked up 12.5 tackles for loss, five sacks and two forced fumbles a season ago at UTEP, and North Texas needs that kind of disruption against Indiana's retooled offense. Brown went 37-35 at West Virginia but won big at Troy, and his defense only works if players like Ezeani hold up in bigger games than the ones he played on lesser rosters. Against a team breaking in a new starting quarterback, his pass rush could decide how much rhythm Indiana's offense finds early. Hoover arrives from TCU as the third different starting quarterback in three years for the defending national champions, and the numbers travel with him. He has thrown for 9,629 yards over 36 career games, the most of any returning passer in the country. Indiana lost significant pieces from last year's 16-0 team, but coach Curt Cignetti has not lost a game yet with a quarterback he trusts running the offense. North Texas is breaking in a new coaching staff of its own, and Hoover gets a chance to open his Indiana career the way he left TCU, distributing the ball to a receiver room that already includes Charlie Becker and Nick Marsh. A clean opener keeps Indiana's title defense on schedule. North Texas vs. Indiana Odds Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account, follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily.]]>
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					<![CDATA[Iowa vs. Northern Illinois Prediction, Odds, Pick For College Football Week 1]]>
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				    <![CDATA[Get the latest Iowa vs. Northern Illinois odds, prediction and pick for College Football Week 1, plus kickoff time, TV channel and streaming information.]]>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 04:15:04 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[The No. 22 Iowa Hawkeyes will host the Northern Illinois Huskies on Saturday in a Week 1 college football matchup on Big Ten Network. Kirk Ferentz enters his 28th season as Iowa's head coach looking to add to his 209 career wins, the most by a head coach in Big Ten history. The No. 22 Hawkeyes will open their season at home against a Northern Illinois team beginning its first year in the Mountain West Conference. Ferentz has yet to name a starting quarterback, with Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski still competing for the job. Both quarterbacks are expected to play in the season opener, giving Ferentz and the Hawkeyes an opportunity to evaluate the two options in game action. Northern Illinois, meanwhile, is looking to bounce back after a 3-9 season in 2025. The Huskies enter their first year in the Mountain West with interim head coach Rob Harley leading a significantly revamped roster. With no returning starters on defense and only four on offense, Harley will bring an inexperienced group into Kinnick Stadium for the season opener. Let’s take a look at the odds for Iowa vs. NIU at DraftKings Sportsbook as of Sept. 5. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports. Moneyline Spread Over/Under From FOX Sports Research: Iowa has built a reputation for boring, low-scoring, physical football, and with two new quarterbacks in the mix, don't expect that to change in Week 1. Ferentz likely won't put too much on their plate and will instead lean heavily on the running game. Leading rusher Kamari Moulton returns after rushing for 878 yards last season, and the Hawkeyes added L.J. Phillips Jr. through the transfer portal. Phillips rushed for 1,921 yards and 19 touchdowns at South Dakota last season. Pair him with Moulton and Iowa's offensive line, and the Hawkeyes should have a strong ground game. That's not a great matchup for Northern Illinois. The Huskies allowed 183.3 rushing yards per game last season, the fourth-most in the MAC. Even with uncertainty at quarterback, Iowa shouldn't have much trouble moving the ball on the ground and finding the end zone. Expect the Hawkeyes to control this game from start to finish. Take Iowa to cover the spread in this Week 1 matchup. How to Watch Iowa vs.NIU]]>
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					<![CDATA[Penn State vs. Marshall Prediction, Odds, Pick For College Football Week 1]]>
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				    <![CDATA[Get the latest odds, prediction and pick for the Week 1 Penn State-Marshall game, as well as information on how to watch.]]>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 03:30:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[The No. 18 Penn State Nittany Lions will host the Marshall Thundering Herd on Saturday in a Week 1 college football matchup on FS1. It's a new era in Happy Valley. After 12 seasons under James Franklin, Penn State brought in Matt Campbell as its head coach this offseason. Campbell took Iowa State to new heights, posting a 72-55 (.567) record in 127 games, including a 19–7 mark over the past two seasons. Along with Campbell comes quarterback Rocco Becht. Becht started all 39 games for the Cyclones from 2023 to 2025, posting a 26–13 record. He had a career year in 2024, throwing for 3,505 yards and 25 touchdowns while leading Iowa State to 11 wins for the first time in school history. The Nittany Lions will have more than 50 new players from a season ago, including 18 defensive transfers under new defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn. Meanwhile, Marshall enters 2026 in Year 2 of the Tony Gibson era. The Thundering Herd went just 5–7 last season but lost four games by a combined 11 points. Carlos Del Rio-Wilson returns at quarterback after leading the team in both passing (2,043 yards, 17 touchdowns, five interceptions) and rushing (660 yards, six touchdowns) in 2025. Can the Thundering Herd shock the world and pull off a massive Week 1 upset? Or will Penn State get the Campbell era started with a win? Let’s take a look at the odds for Penn State vs. Marshall at FanDuel Sportsbook as of Sept. 5. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports. Moneyline Spread Over/Under From FOX Sports Research: Penn State's defense should be dominant in 2026. In 2023, D'Anton Lynn transformed UCLA into a top-10 national unit in his lone season, improving from 87th to 10th in total defense (301.5 YPG) and from 90th to 14th in scoring defense (18.4 PPG). He then took over a USC defense that ranked 121st nationally and improved it to 51st in just two years. However, Penn State's offense poses some causes for concern. Iowa State's 2025 offense, which Penn State should closely resemble, finished 60th in total offense, 63rd in yards per play, 70th in scoring offense and 75th in passing offense. Meanwhile, Marshall was far better than its record showed last season, losing several close contests. This was a team that could have easily won nine games. The Thundering Herd also did a great job taking care of the football, throwing the ninth-fewest interceptions in the country, while their 21st-ranked rushing attack from a year ago should help them stay ahead of the chains in this hostile environment. Take Marshall to cover this big spread, with maybe even a little sprinkle on the moneyline. How to Watch Penn State vs. Marshall]]>
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					<![CDATA[Boston College vs. Cincinnati Prediction, Odds, Pick For College Football Week 1]]>
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				    <![CDATA[Get the latest odds, prediction and pick for the Week 1 Boston College-Cincinnati game, as well as information on how to watch.]]>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 03:30:06 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[The Cincinnati Bearcats will host the Boston College Eagles on Saturday in a Week 1 college football matchup on FOX. After starting last season 7-1, the Bearcats lost their final five games. Scott Satterfield is entering his fourth season as head coach, this time with a revamped roster that features more than 46 new players, including 22 transfers and 24 freshmen. With Brendan Sorsby now gone, Cincinnati will turn to JC French IV at quarterback. French joins the Bearcats after a productive career at Georgia Southern, where he started all 13 games last season. He completed 63.8% of his passes for 2,929 yards, 20 touchdowns and eight interceptions, while adding 315 rushing yards and six touchdowns on the ground. Meanwhile, Boston College enters 2026 coming off a dreadful 2025 season in which it finished 2-10. The Eagles' defense struggled mightily, allowing 433.3 yards per game, which ranked 128th in the FBS and last in the ACC. BC also allowed 32.8 points per game, ranking 123rd nationally and 16th in the conference. However, this roster looks completely different from a season ago. After losing several key starters from past seasons, Boston College has heavily reworked its defensive line through the transfer portal while also adding younger talent throughout the entire roster. The Eagles will also turn to Mason McKenzie at quarterback. The dual-threat QB threw for 2,086 yards and 17 touchdowns at the Division II level last season while adding 942 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns on the ground. With a lot of pressure on both coaches and teams to turn things around, let’s take a look at the odds for Boston College vs. Cincinnati at FanDuel Sportsbook as of Sept. 5. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports. Moneyline Spread Over/Under From FOX Sports Research: There might not be a coach on a hotter seat than Boston College's Bill O'Brien. It can't get much worse for BC, right? The Eagles have upgraded at quarterback, along the offensive line and on the defensive line, and on paper, this roster should be much improved. Meanwhile, Cincinnati showed flashes at times last season, but with Brendan Sorsby gone and the Bearcats entering 2026 on a five-game losing streak, there is some cause for concern. O'Brien should have plenty of urgency entering the season as he looks to turn things around and make a statement in Week 1. Take the Eagles plus the points. How to Watch Boston College vs. Cincinnati]]>
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					<![CDATA[Miami's Darian Mensah Shines In Debut, Malachi Toney Sets Record In Week 1 Win]]>
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				    <![CDATA[Malachi Toney and Darian Mensah impressed in Miami's dominant 45-6 win over Stanford on Friday night.]]>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 02:50:54 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[No. 7 Miami powered past Stanford 45-6 in their Week 1 win, and offensive stars impressed along the way. Sophomore wide receiver Malachi Toney finished the night with 12 receptions for 234 receiving yards and three touchdowns, which broke Miami’s single-game receiving yards record. Additionally, Duke transfer Darian Mensah went 27-for-30 for 401 yards and five touchdowns. Mensah’s numbers also marked the best start by any Miami quarterback in their debut. Mensah opened the season as a potential Heisman candidate after his impressive season with the Blue Devils. Mensah finished last year with 3,973 passing yards, 34 touchdowns, six interceptions and an ACC championship title. Now leading Miami’s offense, Mensah is under center with Toney as an elite target. "It's effortless," Mensah said of his connection with Toney. "He understands how to get open. It makes it easier for me to do my job." After the Hurricanes came off a College Football Playoff title appearance, Mensah had the task of filling former quarterback Carson Beck’s shoes. Now, as the fourth quarterback to throw for over 400 yards and five touchdowns, the Hurricanes have found their signal-caller. Toney shined for Miami as a true freshman last season, the pass-catcher hauled in 109 receptions for 1,211 yards and 10 touchdowns. Notably, Toney led all ACC receivers in receiving yards, receptions and touchdowns. Now, the Hurricanes enter Week 2 1-0 overall and 1-0 in conference play. Miami will host Florida A&amp;M for their home opener on Saturday, Sept. 12.]]>
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					<![CDATA[LSU Leaves Dae’Quan Wright, Zxavian Harris Off Roster Ahead Of Clemson Game]]>
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				    <![CDATA[LSU will leave former NFL players Dae’Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris off its roster ahead of Saturday’s game against Clemson.]]>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 01:22:56 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[The biggest story of the college football offseason has reached a temporary conclusion as the season’s first full Saturday approaches. Former NFL players Dae’Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris were left off LSU's official roster ahead of Saturday's season opener against Clemson, according to multiple reports. The move appears to avoid an immediate confrontation with the SEC, which passed a rule barring former professional players from rosters before a Louisiana court put it on hold. The duo was granted a preliminary injunction Thursday night in Baton Rouge, allowing them to pursue a fifth year of eligibility against the NCAA and SEC. After the ruling, Wright told reporters he planned to be ready to play against Clemson and said he had practiced with LSU for the past two days. LSU, in its own statement Friday, said it was reviewing the court's order and would "continue to work constructively with the SEC and NCAA as this matter moves forward." The College Football Playoff also came out in support of the rules barring former professional players from the college game. The LSU decision came just hours after Clemson general counsel Chip Hood sent a letter to his LSU counterpart suggesting the eligibility issue could conflict with the contract between the two schools to play Saturday's game. Clemson still plans to show up. Its coach, Dabo Swinney, however, made his feelings clear earlier in the week. "I would just say it’s kind of embarrassing," Swinney said. "I mean, honestly, it’s just embarrassing that that’s where we are. I don’t blame the kids and people trying to take advantage of the system. I just think it’s embarrassing where we are with college football." Both Wright and Harris played for new LSU head coach Lane Kiffin during his time at Ole Miss. Wright had 39 catches for 635 yards as a tight end for the Rebels last season before spending time with the Cleveland Browns organization during NFL training camp this summer. Harris, a 6-foot-8, 330-pound defensive tackle, recorded 58 tackles and three sacks last season under Kiffin. He signed with the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted free agent before being waived last month. Both players could still be added to the roster later this season, as both remain enrolled at LSU. The Tigers currently have 103 players on their submitted roster, leaving two spots open. The Associated Press contributed to this report.]]>
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					<![CDATA[Ohio State vs. Ball State Prediction, Odds, Pick For College Football Week 1]]>
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				    <![CDATA[Get the latest odds, prediction and pick for the Week 1 Ohio State-Ball State game, as well as information on how to watch.]]>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:30:15 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[The No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes will host the Ball State Cardinals on Saturday in a Week 1 college football matchup on Big Ten Network. The Buckeyes are coming off a 12-2 season in 2025, losing their final two games against eventual national champion Indiana in the Big Ten Championship Game and runner-up Miami in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals. Ohio State lost seven defensive starters from last season, including three top-11 picks in this spring's NFL Draft. Those are significant losses from a 2025 defense that ranked No. 1 in the FBS in scoring defense (9.3 PPG), total defense (219.1 YPG) and pass defense (129.7 YPG), while allowing just seven passing touchdowns all season. The good news is that quarterback and Heisman finalist Julian Sayin returns after a historic freshman season in which he completed 77.0% of his passes for 3,610 yards and 32 touchdowns. He'll be joined by arguably the best player in all college football in Jeremiah Smith. Meanwhile, Ball State will look to bounce back from a 4-8 season a year ago. The Cardinals have completely overhauled their roster, bringing in more than 50 new players through the transfer portal. That includes starting quarterback Keldric Luster, who began his career at SMU before transferring to Texas State. Let’s take a look at the odds for Ohio State vs. Ball State at FanDuel Sportsbook as of Sept. 5. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports. Spread Over/Under From FOX Sports Research: In six career games against MAC opponents, Ryan Day has won by an average of 51.5 points per game. The books did a great job setting this spread at 50.5, but there are plenty of reasons to believe the Buckeyes can still cover. Ball State quarterback Keldric Luster will make his first career college start at "The Shoe" on Saturday. That sounds like a recipe for disaster against the preseason No. 1 team in the country. Turnovers could be a major factor in his first start, potentially giving Ohio State's defense opportunities to score or set up the offense with short fields. And this Buckeyes offense is loaded. Not only does it feature Smith, but five-star true freshman Chris Henry Jr. adds another explosive weapon. Ohio State has the talent throughout its depth chart to keep scoring even when the starters come out. Laying more than 50 points is never easy, but it feels like the play here. How to Watch Ohio State vs. Ball State]]>
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					<![CDATA[Nebraska vs. Ohio Prediction, Odds, Pick For College Football Week 1]]>
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				    <![CDATA[Get the latest Nebraska vs. Ohio odds, prediction and pick for College Football Week 1, plus kickoff time, TV channel and streaming information.]]>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:00:53 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[The Nebraska Cornhuskers will host the Ohio Bobcats on Saturday in a Week 1 college football matchup on FS1. Matt Rhule is ready for his fourth season at the helm of the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Rhule had to find a new quarterback to lead the offense after Dylan Raiola transferred to Oregon this offseason. He found his replacement in Anthony Colandrea, who threw for 3,459 yards and 23 touchdowns at UNLV in 2025 while adding 649 yards and 10 touchdowns on the ground. Meanwhile, John Hauser took over head coaching duties for Ohio's bowl game against UNLV, leading the Bobcats to a 17-10 win to cap off a 9-4 season. Now, the former defensive coordinator will get his first full season at the helm. During his time leading the defense, Ohio consistently featured one of the best units in the MAC. Let’s take a look at the odds for Nebraska vs. Ohio at FanDuel Sportsbook as of Sept. 5. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports. Moneyline Spread Over/Under From FOX Sports Research: In the bowl game where Hauser led the Bobcats to a win over UNLV, the opposing quarterback was Anthony Colandrea. Ohio held him to just 184 passing yards and an interception. Colandrea did run for a late touchdown, but it wasn't enough. With the Bobcats already familiar with Colandrea and his skill set, they should be prepared for what Rhule and the Cornhuskers have in store offensively. Nebraska should still win this game and start the 2026 season 1-0, but Ohio can keep it close enough to cover the spread. How to Watch Nebraska vs. Ohio]]>
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					<![CDATA[Indiana vs. North Texas Prediction, Odds, Pick For College Football Week 1]]>
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				<link>https://www.foxsports.com/stories/college-football/indiana-vs-north-texas-prediction-odds-pick-college-football-week-1</link>
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				    <![CDATA[Get the latest odds, prediction and pick for the Week 1 Indiana-North Texas game, as well as information on how to watch.]]>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:00:24 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[The defending national champion Indiana Hoosiers will host the North Texas Mean Green on Saturday in a Week 1 Big Noon Kickoff college football matchup on FOX. What a year it was for the Hoosiers in 2025. In Year 2 under Curt Cignetti, Indiana completed a perfect 16-0 season and won the first national championship in program history. The Hoosiers led the country in scoring differential (+29.9 PPG) and total points scored (666), while allowing just 11.7 points per game and going 6-0 against AP Top-15 opponents. Indiana’s dominance was built on elite efficiency on both sides of the ball. The Hoosiers led the FBS in third-down conversion percentage (56.5%) and turnover margin (+21), ranked second in rushing defense (77.2 YPG allowed), scoring defense (11.7 PPG allowed) and sacks (46), and finished in the top four nationally in total defense (266.0 YPG allowed, fourth) and scoring offense (41.6 PPG, third). But Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza is gone, along with seven other players who were selected in the NFL Draft. TCU transfer Josh Hoover will take the reins as Indiana’s starting quarterback this fall after arriving as one of the highest-rated transfer quarterbacks in the country. In 13 games with the Horned Frogs last season, Hoover completed 272 of 413 passes (65.9%) for 3,472 yards, 29 touchdowns and 13 interceptions. Meanwhile, North Texas is coming off a historic season of its own. The Mean Green went 12-2 and narrowly missed out on a College Football Playoff berth while leading the country in total offense (512.4 YPG) and scoring offense (45.1 PPG). However, head coach Eric Morris left for Oklahoma State and took 19 players with him, including quarterback Drew Mestemaker, who led the country in passing. So, how much of a step back should we expect from the Mean Green? And what do the Hoosiers have in store for an encore after their perfect season? Let’s take a look at the odds for Indiana vs. North Texas at FanDuel Sportsbook as of Sept. 5. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports. Spread Over/Under From FOX Sports Research: This is the only Week 1 matchup featuring two teams that won 10+ games last season, as North Texas and Indiana combined for 28 wins in 2025. However, both teams will look a whole lot different in 2026. North Texas added more than 50 transfers and has 75 new faces on its roster. And to add even more intrigue to this matchup, the Mean Green announced Tayven Jackson as the Week 1 starting quarterback. Jackson appeared in 25 games and made six starts for Indiana — five in 2023 and one in 2024 — completing 61.2% of passes for 1,263 yards, six touchdowns and six interceptions while adding four rushing scores. He then transferred to UCF, where he started 10 games last season and completed 63.5% of passes for 2,151 yards, 10 touchdowns and eight interceptions, along with three rushing touchdowns. There will be plenty of familiarity here for Cignetti, who coached Jackson in 2024. The Hoosiers went 10-6 against the spread last season but were only 4-3 ATS as a home favorite. If there is anyone who can prevent a post-national championship letdown, it’s Cignetti. And against a North Texas team that essentially lost its entire roster from a season ago, take the Hoosiers to cover the huge spread. How to Watch Indiana vs. North Texas]]>
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					<![CDATA[Before Facing Each Other, Marcus Freeman And Luke Fickell Coached Together]]>
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				<link>https://www.foxsports.com/stories/college-football/before-coach-against-each-other-marcus-freeman-luke-fickell-coached-together</link>
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				    <![CDATA[No. 4 Notre Dame and Wisconsin open their seasons Sunday night at Lambeau Field, bringing together two head coaches whose shared history spans more than two decades.]]>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:45:23 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[Marcus Freeman began his college football career as a player under Luke Fickell. Now he gets to coach against him. No. 4 Notre Dame and Wisconsin open their season facing off on Sunday night at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, bringing together two head coaches whose shared history spans more than two decades. Freeman and Fickell enter the matchup with personal and professional ties that have helped shape both programs and the coaching staffs surrounding them. A Foundational Relationship From Columbus To Cincinnati The connection between the two head coaches began when Freeman played linebacker at Ohio State from 2004 to 2008, where Fickell served as his position coach. That player-coach relationship evolved nearly a decade later when Fickell hired Freeman as his linebackers coach and defensive coordinator at Cincinnati, a role Freeman held from 2017 through 2020. Over those four seasons, Freeman helped build the Bearcats' defense into a nationally-renowned unit, gaining his first extended experience leading a college defense before moving onto Notre Dame in 2021. Mutual Respect And Shared Philosophies Despite their shared past, both coaches established a distinctly different culture within their respective programs as head coach. Fickell noted that Freeman's progression into one of college football's top head coaches stems from his ability to chart his own course rather than strictly replicating the methods of his mentors. "The ones who have the most success, like Marcus has, are ones who create an identity for themselves, not just where they've been, whether it's his time with us at Cincinnati or his time at Ohio State or his time under Jim Tressel," Fickell said. Freeman has pointed to Fickell as a foundational figure in his coaching development, highlighting specific work habits and expectations that he carried forward into his head coaching career. "I've got a lot of respect for him," Freeman said. "I wouldn't be in this position without the investment he made in me. There's traits that every coach I've had a player, as a coach, that I have in me. When I think about Luke Fickell, I think about a tireless worker, I think about the demands that he has for his players, his coaches. And the mindset of, 'This is the way we're going to play. This is who we are. This is our identity, and we're committed to it.'" Prior Matchup And Staff Connections Sunday will not mark the first time Freeman and Fickell have stood on opposite sidelines. In 2021, Fickell led Cincinnati to a 24-13 victory at Notre Dame Stadium, a key win during the Bearcats' run to the College Football Playoff. Freeman was Notre Dame's defensive coordinator on Brian Kelly's staff during that game before taking over the program as head coach when Kelly departed for LSU at the end of the regular season. The ties between the Badgers and Fighting Irish also extend beyond the two head coaches. Notre Dame offensive line coach Joe Rudolph spent six seasons as Wisconsin's offensive coordinator under former head coach Paul Chryst from 2015 to 2020, and remained on staff in 2021 as offensive line coach. Notre Dame offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock, quarterbacks coach Gino Guidugli, and wide receivers coach Mike Brown all served on Fickell's Cincinnati staff during that 2021 playoff season. "It's not just Marcus that we've got a long history with," Fickell said. "There's a lot of guys over there that in particular we've got great relationships with, and had great relationships with. Like I've always said, I wouldn't be sitting here today if it wasn't for not just Freeman, but a lot of those guys over on that staff." Different Trajectories Heading Into Lambeau Field While the personal connections run deep, the two programs enter Sunday in completely different situations. Notre Dame are three-touchdown favorite following a 24-4 run over the past two seasons, which included an appearance in the College Football Playoff championship game in 2024. The Fighting Irish will be led on the field by quarterback CJ Carr, alongside three preseason Associated Press All-America defensive selections in first-team cornerback Leonard Moore, second-team linebacker Kyngstonn Viliamu-Asa, and safety Brauntae Johnson. Wisconsin enters Fickell's fourth year seeking stability after back-to-back losing campaigns. The Badgers finished 4-8 in 2025 and 5-7 in 2024, snapping a 22-year streak of winning seasons. Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin is slated to kickoff at 7:30 p.m. ET on Sunday.]]>
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					<![CDATA[NFL Super Bowl Futures Report: Bettors Not Sold On Seahawks, Patriots]]>
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				    <![CDATA[According to oddsmakers, bettors believe both Seattle and New England are headed for a Super Bowl hangover. Patrick Everson breaks it down.]]>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:16:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[As the NFL season arrives, the Rams are atop Super Bowl futures odds. In fact, Los Angeles is not only the favorite, but the second choice Bills’ odds are twice that of the Rams. That’ll happen when an already strong team adds sack-master Myles Garrett in the offseason, then welcomes back the recently un-retired Aaron Donald. "It’s warranted, if you look at the talent of this team up and down the roster," Caesars Sports head of football trading Joey Feazel said. Feazel provides his insights on Super Bowl 61 odds and action, ahead of Wednesday’s kickoff between the defending champion Seahawks and runner-up Patriots. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports. Money From The Masses Last season, the Rams fell just short of a Super Bowl appearance, losing to the Seahawks 31-27 in the NFC Championship Game. As the 2026-27 season opens, multiple sportsbooks are reporting strong L.A. action, with Caesars among them. "We opened at +900 and have cut those odds almost in half to +500. And the action is coming in, no matter what the price is," Feazel said of steady Rams betting. "The Rams are No. 1 in ticket count, and they’re No. 1 by a healthy margin in money." Indeed, 18% of all Super Bowl futures money at Caesars is on the Rams. That’s 2.5 times more cash than the 49ers, who are second in money at 7%, as the +1800 co-eighth choice. Super Bowl Hangover? Interestingly, the Super Bowl champion Seahawks — the +1100 third choice in odds to win the Super Bowl — aren’t getting nearly the attention of their NFC West rivals. "I don’t think bettors are sold on the Seahawks," Feazel said. "From February to now, they’ve lost a lot of key pieces. There’s been a little fallout on expectations, based on the pieces they did and didn’t keep." Among those departing: Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, who signed with the Chiefs in the offseason. Further, fellow running back Zach Charbonnet will miss Seattle’s first four games — and possibly more — while continuing to recover from a torn ACL suffered in last season’s playoffs. The Seahawks beat the Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl 60. New England also isn’t among the more popular bets in Super Bowl futures odds, while sitting at +2000. "They’re not really betting the Patriots much at all. That’s actually one of our better positions," Feazel said. Liability Leaders As is often the case in Super Bowl futures, it’s a long shot creating the biggest concern at Caesars. Heavy regional bias in Caesars’ Las Vegas market is helping to heighten that concern. "Our biggest liability and the best result for customers is the Raiders," Feazel said of the +12500 long shots (125/1). "Bringing in [new coach] Klint Kubiak and rookie QB Fernando Mendoza is leading to a lot of money." Mendoza led Indiana to a 16-0 season and the national championship last season. But he’s not yet the starter and might not be for a while, with offseason acquisition Kirk Cousins the Raiders’ QB1 at the moment. Feazel also noted a couple legitimate liabilities in Super Bowl 61 odds. "Obviously, the Rams are not our greatest position. Then the Broncos and the 49ers," Feazel said of two teams at +1800. "The Broncos are getting a lot of love. Bettors are still interested in Denver, and the same with the 49ers. "And there’s a whole lot of love around Kyler Murray and the Vikings." Indeed, Minnesota opened as a +8000 long shot and has nearly cut that price in half to +4500. After seven seasons with the Cardinals, Murray signed with the Vikes in the offseason and beat out J.J. McCarthy for the starting job. Sportsbook Needs On the flip side, Caesars Sports has a quartet of legit teams that it’s rooting for in Super Bowl futures. All four are certainly playoff contenders. "The Jaguars are a great position for us, and the Lions are great for us, which is not normally the case," Feazel said. "Also, the Ravens and Texans. A lot of people are sleeping on how good that Texans defense is." Jacksonville went a stout 13-4 last season before losing to the Bills in the wild-card round. Houston went 12-5 in the regular season, then routed the Steelers in the wild card before bowing out at New England. The Jags are +2800 at Caesars, while the Texans are part of a +1800 logjam with the Broncos, 49ers and Chargers. Detroit went a combined 29-9 in 2023-24/2024-25, including playoff games, but stumbled to 9-8 last year and missed the postseason. Similarly, Baltimore went a disappointing 8-9 last year, largely due to QB Lamar Jackson (knee/back) missing four games. Caesars expects both teams to bounce back, with the Ravens the +1300 fourth choice in Super Bowl 61 odds, followed by the Lions at +1600. I Like Big Bets and I Cannot Lie As the season commences, there are a plethora of bets on Super Bowl futures odds. Among the more notable plays at Caesars is a $27,000 wager on Seahawks +1100. If Sam Darnold &amp; Co. pull off a repeat title, then that bettor cashes in for $297,000 profit, for a total payout of $324,000. Other noteworthy wagers at Caesars: Then there’s this Super Bowl exacta at DraftKings Sportsbook: In easier-to-digest terms, the odds are 500/1. If somehow it’s Bengals vs. Cowboys on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium, and Cincinnati wins its first-ever Super Bowl, then that customer profits $1.25 million.]]>
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					<![CDATA[INDYCAR Silly Season Tracker: Mick Schumacher To Race For Meyer Shank In 2027]]>
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				<link>https://www.foxsports.com/stories/motor/indycar-silly-season-scott-dixon-felix-rosenqvist</link>
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				    <![CDATA[Some of the biggest names in INDYCAR — including a past champion — will be making moves after the 2026 season. Here's the latest.]]>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:23:37 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[Some of the biggest names in INDYCAR — including a past champion and Indianapolis 500 winners — are on the move after the 2026 season. Six-time series champion and 2008 Indy 500 winner Scott Dixon and 2026 Indy 500 winner Felix Rosenqvist are headed to the same place, Arrow McLaren. The team announced on July 6 their hirings — and the release of Christian Lundgaard and Nolan Siegel — effective the end of the season. That has been the biggest news of the silly season so far, while the latest news came on Sept. 4 as Meyer Shank Racing announced that former Formula 1 driver and current INDYCAR rookie Mick Schumacher would join the team in 2027. Some teams will have the same lineup as this year, including Team Penske (which didn't have any drivers in a contract year), Andretti Global (which re-signed free agent Marcus Ericsson) and ECR (which re-signed free agent Christian Rasmussen) will have the same lineup for 2027 as it has for 2026. That can't be said for many teams, including Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing, which last month sold one of its charters to Dreyer &amp; Reinbold Racing and left Schumacher looking for a ride. It is the first charter sale since the system was implemented in 2025 and it means one driver in the RLL stable won't return as the organization cuts from three to two cars. Another silly season move that people will be talking about the entire offseason will be the one of Dixon leaving his home at Ganassi. Ganassi, in his statement July 2, thanked Dixon for driving for the team since 2002: "Scott has meant so much to CGR over the past 24 years. Together we've shared championships, many victories, and countless moments that have helped define this organization. Because of everything we've accomplished together, and the legacy Scott has built here, we believed it was important to give him the opportunity to finish his career at Chip Ganassi Racing, and we made him a multi-year offer to do just that. We respect that he's chosen a different path." For Dixon, he told me and other reporters on July 3 that it was an emotional decision but time to move on to another team. In a statement on July 6, he said driving for McLaren would be special. "As a New Zealander, being part of Bruce McLaren’s legacy will be special; his spirit and grit are still very much rooted in that team, and I’m excited to carry that on," he said. McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown wants to win the triple crown of the Indianapolis 500, the Grand Prix of Monaco and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. He hopes that having current driver Pato O'Ward plus for the Indy 500, former winner Ryan Hunter-Reay, along with Dixon and Rosenqvist gives him the best chance. "Our INDYCAR team has shown fantastic momentum, and this lineup of Pato, Scott, Felix and Ryan will strengthen every aspect of our program," Brown said in a July 6 statement. "We’ve got our eyes firmly set on the championship as well as winning the Indianapolis 500 to secure the triple crown in the Papaya era." One driver not on the move is Marcus Armstrong, who announced July 3 that he will remain at Michael Shank Racing, driving the MSR No. 60 instead of the No. 66. "I feel that Meyer Shank Racing gives me one of the strongest cars on the grid every weekend," Armstrong said in a July 3 news release. "Our goals are aligned, we want to win races and be consistently fighting at the front." Here’s a look at where INDYCAR organizations stand for 2027 with info collected from sources within the INDYCAR industry as it heads into its season finale Sept. 6 at Laguna Seca. Chip Ganassi Racing Series points leader Alex Palou, who signed a contract extension earlier this year, isn’t going anywhere and Kyffin Simpson’s progress — he’s 13th in the standings — let alone the funding he brings should allow him to remain for another season. But obviously the big news is Dixon leaving. Stars in all sports often leave their team, but to see Dixon (currently 12th in the standings) leave Ganassi after 24-plus seasons is wild. Who will replace Dixon? Lundgaard, being pushed out of Arrow McLaren, emerged as the definitive favorite at the time of the announcement and nothing has changed in the last couple of months. Team Penske Scott McLaughlin (sixth in the standings) signed a contract extension last year and David Malukas (fifth) in the first year of a multiyear deal, so both appear solid. Josef Newgarden is seventh in the standings, and while there was a lot of buzz last year that he possibly wanted to leave no matter his contract status, he appears more happy this year with two victories in the first 12 races. Andretti Global Marcus Ericsson (eighth in the standings) was the one driver who was on the hot seat at this organization. But he has performed well enough this year that Andretti Global rewarded him with a contract for 2027. Kyle Kirkwood (third) isn’t going anywhere. Will Power certainly hasn’t had the results he wanted at 11th in the standings but has also led in more than half the races this year. So he wouldn’t be expected to get pushed out. Ericsson started the season likely looking over his shoulder at Dennis Hauger (20th in the standings), an Andretti-signed driver on loan to Dale Coyne Racing. But Hauger indicated he is looking for a ride for next season while not commenting specifically on his status with Andretti Global. "One of our priorities has been building consistency across our INDYCAR program, and bringing Marcus back is an important part of that," Andretti Global President Jill Gregory said in a news release. "He’s shown exactly what he’s capable of this season through the speed and results he’s delivered. Keeping our driver lineup together next season allows us to build on the chemistry and performance we’ve established as a team." Arrow McLaren Christian Lundgaard (second in standings) and Nolan Siegel (18th) are both out. Pato O’Ward (fourth) is signed through next season but has been vocal when cars haven’t been up to standards. Ganassi is the most likely landing spot for Lundgaard in an essentially Dixon-for-Lundgaard swap. Siegel, meanwhile, could still have an affiliation with McLaren — if the team opts for a technical partnership with Juncos Hollinger Racing, where Siegel potentially could move to for 2027 with the funding he brings. Siegel, with his funding, is a likely candidate for rides at Foyt, JHR and Dale Coyne Racing next season. Meyer Shank Racing Rosenqvist, ninth in the standings, went from possibly being on the hot seat to having teams interested in him after winning the Indianapolis 500 and now is on the move. But Marcus Armstrong (14th in the standings) is staying and the team announced on Sept. 4 that Mick Schumacher would come from Rahal. Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing With the announcement that RLL will scale back from three to two cas, it is relatively assumed that Mick Schumacher (23rd in the standings) is out as Graham Rahal (15th in the standings) and Louis Foster (19th) have contracts for 2027. MSSR team co-owner Mike Shank: "He really impressed us in his first season of INDYCAR. It is not an easy series to come into and the competition is incredibly tight, but when you look at what he’s accomplished and the progress he’s made throughout the year, we see a lot of potential in him." Juncos Hollinger Racing Rinus VeeKay (10th in the standings) most likely will return, but he certainly got some looks from other teams. Sting Ray Robb (25th) is on the hot seat. This could be the landing spot for Siegel, especially if the organization resumes having an alliance with McLaren. Caio Collet also has been mentioned as a candidate. ECR Alexander Rossi (16th) and Christian Rasmussen (21st) will be back. Rasmussen announced a contract extension earlier this year and Rossi appears to be the veteran anchor the team needed after Ed Carpenter retired from full-time racing. Rossi confirmed July 3 that he will be back next season and is not part of any silly season moves. A.J. Foyt Racing Santino Ferrucci (17th) and rookie Caio Collet (24th) both have potential to run better. Whether they get another year to show it remains to be seen. Sponsorship could be key to any of the decisions. Collet has been impressive despite his finishes and that performance, along with some funding, makes him an attractive candidate for open spots. Ferrucci most likely stays with the Collet seat potentially a little more fluid. Dale Coyne Racing Dennis Hauger (22n) appeared set move to Andretti Global at some point, but that won't happen as Andretti informed Hauger earlier this summer that he can look and it has nothing for him beyond 2026. Romain Grosjean (20th) has had some respectable runs for the organization, an organization that often doesn’t determine drivers until the offseason. Hauger, the defending Indy NXT Series champion, potentially could generate some interest from other teams. Dreyer &amp; Reinbold Racing Now that Dreyer &amp; Reinbold has purchased a charter for a full-time car next year, Conor Daly is the heavy favorite to land this seat. Daly drove for the team in the Indianapolis 500 this past season. The Job Seekers Several drivers without full-time rides are looking for them and possibly could be players in silly season with the already mentioned Daly and Ilott leading that list. Additionally, Devlin DeFrancesco is looking to return to the INDYCAR grid, and 2024 top rookie Linus Lundqvist is still seeking an opportunity. Among Indy NXT drivers, Enzo Fittipaldi's recent surge is certainly opening some eyes and the performances of Tymek Kucharczyk and Nikita Johnson also have made INDYCAR team owners notice. Josh Pierson also has funding for a potential INDYCAR ride but whether he has the resume INDYCAR would like to approve him is questionable considering newly released driver standards released in September.]]>
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					<![CDATA[Everything To Know About INDYCAR's Season Finale At Laguna Seca]]>
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				<link>https://www.foxsports.com/stories/motor/everything-know-about-indycars-season-finale-laguna-seca</link>
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				    <![CDATA[From the fight for second to the corkscrew's new name, here's everything you need to know about INDYCAR's season finale at Laguna Seca.]]>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:08:34 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca (Monterey, Calif.) — One last go for INDYCAR in 2026. In a year filled with new street courses at Arlington, Markham (Ontario) and Washington, the 2026 INDYCAR season will end at a historic racing venue and one where INDYCAR has competed the last five years. The 2.238-mile, 11-turn Laguna Seca permanent road course is one of the most scenic on the circuit and features the famous corkscrew. Alex Palou has clinched the title, his fourth consecutive and fifth in five years. But there’s plenty of reason to watch the finale, with FOX coverage beginning at 2:30 p.m. ET on Sunday. Here’s what to know about this weekend: What’s The Biggest Fight In The Points? The biggest one is the fight for second. Christian Lundgaard has a two-point lead on Kyle Kirkwood, four points on Pato O’Ward and 23 points on David Malukas. If O’Ward can get to second, it would be the result of a rally that included a sweep of The Milwaukee Mile doubleheader last weekend. "I go into Laguna with a proper shot at being second in the championship again, which I did last year," O’Ward said after the sweep. "I love that opportunity. I'd love to end it like that and kind of just pick it back up because ... the rest of the year, I felt a little bit like a lost puppy." What Drivers Are In Their Last Race With Their Teams? At least five drivers have been announced as not returning to their teams. That list is led by Scott Dixon, who has earned six titles and 58 victories at Chip Ganassi Racing, where he first raced in 2002. He will head to Arrow McLaren next year. Indianapolis 500 winner Felix Rosenqvist will leave Meyer Shank Racing, also for McLaren. Out at McLaren are Lundgaard — yes, the driver who is second in the standings — and Nolan Siegel. Mick Schumacher also knows he won’t be back at Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing, as the team has sold one of its charters. He said he knows where he is headed, and while the signs point to replacing Rosenqvist, no announcement has been made. There are six other drivers whose fates have not yet been cemented (at least publicly) for 2027: A.J. Foyt Racing’s Caio Collet and Santino Ferrucci; Juncos Hollinger Racing’s Rinus VeeKay and Sting Ray Robb; Dale Coyne Racing’s Romain Grosjean and Dennis Hauger. Will Scott Dixon Win This Year? It doesn’t look like it.  Dixon has won every year in each of the last 21 years but is winless in 2026. "Every weekend we’re trying to win," Dixon told me and other reporters last week. "It’s been a rough year. It’s been frustrating. ... It’s been one of those years where anything can slightly miss, we do." Just How Big Is The Drop Of The Corkscrew? The drop of the first portion is 59 feet over 450 feet of track length. The total drop is 109 feet, or just more than 10 stories. New Name For The Corkscrew? The track is naming the corkscrew after Alex Zanardi, a two-time champion who made a wild pass in that section in 1996. Zanardi lost both his legs in an accident in 2001 and earned a Paralympics gold medal in handcycling. He died in May. Palou will carry a paint scheme in tribute to Zanardi this weekend. What About Indy NXT? The Indy NXT championship is coming down to the wire as they enter a doubleheader weekend with the first race Saturday and the season finale Sunday. Nikita Johnson leads Enzo Fittipaldi by three points, while Tymek Kucharczyk is 29 points behind. More than likely, it will come down to Johnson and Fittipaldi and who runs better than the other this weekend. The two drivers told me Thursday that they just plan to race the best they can on Saturday and Sunday. Johnson: "I’m racing myself this weekend. I can’t control what they’re going to control. ... The only thing I can control is myself. I’m going to try to put it on the pole and maximize the points I can." Fittipaldi: "At the end, I’m just going out there and doing my best. I’m racing everyone. ... Qualifying is going to be the key part of the weekend."]]>
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