January 11, 2026 | Edition: #65
The last stretch of the season was supposed to be about celebrations and achievements. Yet, the sobering reality of the dangers outside the stadiums are being brought into focus. Everything on the gridiron is carefully protected. But once these players step out, they are as vulnerable as the rest of us.
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No one wanted this to be the leading conversation after the natty finals were decided. This goes beyond just simple player safety.
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GameDay legend Lee Corso was actually the head coach of the Hoosiers from 1973 to 1982.
Did you know
The ACC does not share payouts that a team gets in the playoffs. This means Miami gets to pocket over $20 million for their run to the natty.
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