Angela Miele

Kendall Park

Writer at Sports Illustrated

Freelance Writer and Editor at The Forkball

Freelance Writer at Defiant Takes Football

Articles

USC Trojans, Lincoln Riley National Championship Contenders In 2025?

6 days ago | kentucky.com | Angela Miele |Southern Trojans

One of the first steps for Riley and the Trojans to make the National Championship is to improve against Big Ten opponents. USC finished its inaugural season in the Big Ten with a 4-5 conference record, sitting at No. 10 in the standings. There are three Big Ten coaches featured in the top ten most likely coaches to win their first National Championship, Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning, Penn State coach James Franklin, and Michigan coach Sherrone Moore.
Denver Broncos' Bo Nix Snubbed In NFL Quarterback Rankings?

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Angela Miele

There is still room to grow, but Nix demonstrated throughout his rookie year that he is learning the offense and continuously improving under coach Sean Payton. In the final 10 games of the season, Nix threw 24 touchdowns. McCarthy was drafted No. 10 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft, two picks before Nix. McCarthy faced a knee injury in the 2024 preseason, missing the entirety of his rookie season.
Denver Broncos' Bo Nix Snubbed In NFL Quarterback Rankings?

1 week ago | si.com | Angela Miele

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is heading into his second season in the NFL after the Broncos made the playoffs last season with a 10-7 record, ending at No. 3 in the AFC West. Following a strong rookie season, Nix is looking to take another step in year two. Fox Sports’ Henry McKenna ranked each team’s starting quarterback ahead of the 2025 NFL season, and Nix was ranked at No. 14, making the top half of starting quarterbacks.
Shedeur Sanders On Pace To Take Over As Cleveland Browns' Starting Quarterback

1 week ago | si.com | Angela Miele

Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders is in the process of competing for the starting role. Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco is the projected week one starter, but there is a chance the former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback can take over early in the season. Flacco is joining the Browns with the most experience among each quarterback. Not only is he a Super Bowl-winning quarterback, he spent time with the Cleveland Browns in 2023 and helped lead the team to the playoffs.
USC Trojans' NIL, Recruiting Success Making Noise After Luke Wafle Commitment

1 week ago | si.com | Angela Miele

The USC Trojans have the No. 1-ranked recruiting class in the nation thanks to USC coach Lincoln Riley and his coaching staff landing some of the top prospects in the class of 2026. With how well USC is recruiting, the Trojans are also having success with name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals. The USC Trojans recently received a commitment from four-star edge Luke Wafle, who chose the USC Trojans over the Ohio State Buckeyes.
Colorado Buffaloes Offer Fans Rare Opportunity Ahead of 2025 Football Season

1 week ago | si.com | Angela Miele

The Colorado Buffaloes are offering fans a behind-the-scenes look inside Folsom Field this summer. Throughout the remainder of June and throughout July fans can purchase tickets, which includes a tour through many different areas in the facility. Included in the tour is a trip into the indoor practice facility, team meeting rooms, weight rooms, Thundershute field entrance, and Champions Center rooftop. Included in each purchase, fans can take a photo with both of the program’s Heisman Trophies.
Oregon Ducks' Dan Lanning Reveals Summer Plans For Quarterbacks Dante Moore

1 week ago | si.com | Angela Miele

The Oregon Ducks are heading into the 2025 college football season with slight uncertainty regarding the quarterback position. Oregon quarterback Dante Moore is the projected starter, with the most experience, but has not been truly tested on the Ducks’ offense yet. Moore transferred to Oregon following the 2023 season. Moore spent one year with the UCLA Bruins before entering the portal. With UCLA, Moore started five games and passed for 1,610 yards, 11 touchdowns, and nine interceptions.
USC Trojans Coaching Staff Best Recruiters In Country?

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Angela Miele

Belk also recruited five-star cornerback R.J. Sermons from the class of 2026 originally, who reclassified to join the 2025 class and is enrolling early for the USC Trojans. Belk and Henderson are building an elite defense. The two already helped the team on the field in their first season as coaches, now the two are bringing in the top recruits across the nation.
USC Trojans Coaching Staff Best Recruiters In Country?

1 week ago | miamiherald.com | Angela Miele |Southern Trojans

Henderson's experience coaching in the NFL has been an enticing factor for incoming recruits. He was with the Los Angeles Rams during the team's Super Bowl winning season, notably coaching former NFL star defensive lineman Aaron Donald. Most recently, Henderson played a role in the commitment from four-star edge, Luke Wafle. Wafle is the No. 1 recruit from New Jersey joining the elite group of commits on June 19.
Oregon Ducks 4-Star Commit Xavier Lherisse Makes Big Recruitment Decision

1 week ago | si.com | Angela Miele

The Oregon Ducks landed four-star safety recruit Xavier Lherisse on Feb. 26. Despite his commitment, other programs were still targeting him and he was attending visits. Lherisse made a big move, announcing he will take no more official visits and is committed to the Ducks. Lherisse is the No. 36 safety from the class of 2026, the No. 49 player from Florida, and the No. 338 recruit in the nation, per the On3 Industry Rankings.