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Arch Manning — Sarkisian publicly called out his energy as a problem that must be fixed before the season opens Keelon Russell — Alabama's QB coach explained why he won the starting job over Austin Mack, kicking off a new era in Tuscaloosa CJ Carr — Analysts expect his 14.1 yards-per-completion mark to dip in the new offense, but Irish coaches see that as a feature, not a flaw Austin Mack — Now being called a journeyman after DeBoer chose sophomore Keelon Russell over him for the Alabama starting role Jayden Maiava — Tobias Raymond is praising his leadership; Dante Moore remains a QB competition factor heading into the season Bryce Underwood — New HC Whittingham has expanded his role and raved about his fall camp strides; ESPN slots Michigan at No. 17 Rocco Becht — Drawing named Davey O'Brien and Golden Arm watch list nods, he's being called elite by Campbell after the best camp of his career Drew Mestemaker — Transfers who followed him to Stillwater say he's the ultimate locker room guy; Michigan, Oregon, LSU and Texas Tech all pursued him before he chose OSU Arch Manning — Sarkisian publicly called out his energy as a problem that must be fixed before the season opens

The CFB Brief

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QB Battles Settled, Schedules Scrutinized

Two programs closed their quarterback competitions on Sunday while a recruiting giant and a scheduling debate added texture to the final stretch before kickoff.

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ALABAMA FOOTBALL Alabama Names Keelon Russell Starting QB Over Senior Austin Mack ARKANSAS FOOTBALL Arkansas Names KJ Jackson Starting QB, Ending Battle With Memphis Transfer AJ Hill MIAMI FOOTBALL Miami's Soft 2026 Schedule Creates CFP Credibility Risk for Hurricanes TENNESSEE FOOTBALL Top-Ranked 2028 DL Kellan Hall Includes Tennessee in Final 12 Schools

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