SMU has a rich history, but a two-decade run of futility meant a Mustang makeover was needed. Enter June Jones.
• Watch: Rebuilding SMU | Run-and-shoot
• Maisel: Jones planning SMU renovation

Is Notre Dame ready for fun? Why is Tennessee happy? And how did USC's new QB look? The answers from Saturday's spring games are here. Spring GameDay Final
• Season starts in spring | Podcast: Maisel

George Smith's will to survive and desire to fulfill his dreams carried him back to the gridiron. His journey inspires his Vanderbilt teammates -- and others fighting a more comprehensive battle off the field. Chris Low

Joe Paterno's age fuels the debate about Penn State's football future. As the angst in Nittany Lion country over how long he coaches grows, Paterno wants them to trust his judgement -- even at 81. Ivan Maisel

Coach-in-waiting Jimbo Fisher will eventually inherit the Florida State throne from Bobby Bowden. But in the meantime, the Seminoles hope the Bowden and Fisher duo is best of both worlds. Heather Dinich

From coaches in new places to position battles to installing new schemes, spring practice is when the 2008 race begins. Mark Schlabach breaks down the keys. Story
• Schlabach: Revised early Top 25 for 2008

The season doesn't kick off until August, but Georgia, Missouri and Wisconsin are among the teams already dealing with growing expectations. Mark Schlabach