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Former Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava announces he has committed to UCLA • Apr. 20, 2025, 6:14 PM ET (AP)
Nico Iamaleava gone from Tennessee as Heupel says no one is 'bigger than the Power T' • Apr. 12, 2025, 5:22 PM ET (AP)
Gunner Stockton strengthens hold on Georgia starting quarterback job with strong spring practice • Apr. 12, 2025, 5:16 PM ET (AP)
More discussions but no vote on potential changes to how 12-team CFP field will be set in 2025 • Apr. 3, 2025, 5:38 PM ET (AP)

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Nick Saban
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