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UCF defense turns to multiple players to help offset departure of star Shaquem Griffin

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UCF defense turns to multiple players to help offset departure of star Shaquem Griffin

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UCF is relying on multiple players to offset the departure of star Shaquem Griffin, a vocal leader who helped propel the Knights to a 13-0 record last season.

FSU's Nyqwan Murray forges relationships with new coaches, ready for leadership role

Senior Seminoles receiver Nyqwan Murray, who is recovering from a torn meniscus, expect to play in FSU's season opener against Virginia Tech. He is ready to lead FSU's inexperienced receiving corp.

Deondre Francois enjoys return to IMG Academy, grasps tempo in new FSU offense

Orlando's Deondre Francois, one of three in FSU's quarterback battle, also says his left knee is consistently improving.

Former Maryland OC Walt Bell declines to discuss Terps' culture, focuses on new role at FSU

New Florida State offensive coordinator Walt Bell on Tuesday did not directly address questions regarding an ESPN report on the toxic culture at his former school Maryland, but did share condolences about the death of offensive lineman Jordan McNair.

Hurricanes cornerback Al Blades Jr. ready to make his mark at UM

Hurricanes cornerback Al Blades Jr. is UM football royalty and early on in camp, he's been living up to his family legacy according to Miami coach Mark Richt. While that compliment makes him smile, Blades says he's ready to make his own way at his father's alma mater.

Urban Meyer may face suspension, but don't expect him to lose his job at Ohio State

I'm saying Ohio State officials will suspend Urban Meyer for multiple games. He'll survive this, but his credibility tank is on empty.

Virginia Tech copes with bumpy offseason, Hokies are No. 13 in 2018 preseason college football rankings

Virginia Tech coach Justin Fuente says his team has bonded amid offseason adversity. The Hokies are No. 13 in the Orlando Sentinel 2018 preseason college football rankings.

A punch, a death: Former UCF coach Jamill Jones becomes cautionary tale for student-athletes

What lessons are to be learned after a Florida man died in New York after a punch from former UCF assistant basketball coach Jamill Jones?

Jaguars coach Doug Marrone: Dante Fowler, Yannick Ngakoue can coexist in 2018

Jacksonville Jaguars coach Doug Marrone believes defensive ends Dante Fowler and Yannick Ngakoue can coexist during the 2018 season.

Winter Park has another new face in All-American DT Jaquaze Sorrells

Winter Park has another new face in All-American DT Jaquaze Sorrells

Central Florida fishing forecast: Aug. 15

Central Florida fishing forecast for Aug. 15

Rays receive touted prospect Shane Baz from Pirates to complete deal for Chris Archer

With the final piece now in place, the Tampa Bay Rays feel really good about the package of prospects they received for Chris Archer.

J.A. Happ shines again as Yankees handle Rays 4-1

J.A. Happ allowed one soft single in seven shutout innings to win his third straight start since joining the New York Yankees, who beat the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1.

Rookie phenom Ronald Acuna powers Braves past Marlins, sets HR mark

Atlanta Braves rookie Ronald Acuna Jr. has struck again.

Holt Comes Through As Red Sox Down Phillies 2-1

Pinch-hitter Brock Holt hit a tiebreaking solo homer, Rick Porcello threw seven impressive innings and the major league-leading Boston Red Sox beat the

Mets waste a rare halfway decent start from Jason Vargas as bullpen blows it against awful Baltimore

The Mets couldn't even take advantage of an exceedingly rare solid start by Jason Vargas against an Orioles team that is a mere 48 games below .500.

Jose Quintana rocked, Joe Maddon and Ben Zobrist tossed in Cubs' 7-0 loss to Brewers

Jose Quintana, who entered Tuesday's game with a 4-1 record and 0.92 ERA in seven career starts against the Brewers, was tagged for three home runs — two by Ryan Braun — as the Cubs fell to the Brewers 7-0 at Wrigley Field.

Ryan LaMarre's first career home run lifts White Sox to 6-3 win over Tigers

Ryan LaMarre hit his first career home run and Lucas Giolito recovered from a three-run first inning to strike out seven and help the White Sox beat the Tigers 6-3 at Comerica Park on Tuesday.

2018 High school football preseason practice pictures

Pictures from 2018 preseason Central Florida football practices.

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