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Later this week the Heisman Trophy will add one new member to the most exclusive fraternity in sports. It is widely expected that Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota will hear his name announced as the 2014 Heisman Trophy winner, which would make him the first player in program history to win the highest individual honor in college football.
The stage is now set for the first College Football Playoff, and it is going to be fantastic. Unfortunately, somebody had to be left out of the big party, and this year the Big 12 saw not one but two worthy candidates be shutout of the playoff.
This week's slate of conference championship games not only serves as an appetizer or opening round to the College Football Playoff, but it doubles as the grand stage for this year's top Heisman candidates to showcase their stuff and perhaps offer a signature Heisman moment before the votes are due.
The College Football Playoff will determine college football's first national champion in the new playoff model in January, but the real playoff begins this weekend.
Since we are upon our great day of gratitude, a pretext for gorging on poultry and then taking our swollen torsos to the nearest television for some football, let's look to sports for reasons to give thanks.
Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota looks to be the favorite this season, but Wisconsin running back Melvin Gordon also has a decent shot to win the award. Everybody else may be playing for third place.
With Thanksgiving upon us, we should all take some time to think about what we are thankful for. There is plenty of drama to pay attention to this weekend, and that is something every college football fan can be thankful for.
This week, Melvin Gordon leads the Wisconsin running game against another Heisman candidate and his ground game, Nebraska and Ameer Abdullah. The running back showcase should double as this week's Heisman Trophy Spotlight Game.
At Mississippi State, this week is an opportunity to prove to the college football world their bubble is not easy to pop. Mississippi State has won at LSU. They have handled defending SEC champion Auburn. They are ranked number one in the country, yet they still have something to prove.
With teams vying for four playoff spots and bowl game placements, this weekend can either cause a big shakeup or solidify seeds/rankings to both the bowl game and playoff picture. While there are many top matchups this weekend to watch, let's look at the 5 must-watch games that have the most at stake for the teams playing in them.
Our expectations before the start of the season can quickly be tarnished in a flash. But no matter what happens, November will always find a way to set the stage for a championship race like no other month can.
Which one-loss team has the edge? So many pivotal games are still to come, and the temperature of the playoff change can be flipped and turned upside down any given week.
Although he's sidelined with a fractured leg for the season, that didn't stop Drake from making waves with what he packed into his injury scooter's basket.
October is the best month for college football, and it is getting started on the right foot this weekend. The first weekend in October will serve up six games between top 25 teams, which will be a nice breath of fresh air after the last few weeks.
Every season is different when it comes to the Heisman Trophy, but history suggests it will be very tough for Alabama wide receiver Amari Cooper to have a legitimate shot at striking a pose in New York at the end of the season.
Following a closer than predicted loss to number 2 Alabama, West Virginia's home opener is Saturday against Towson at 7:30.
Alabama is a football program that is not used to losing, and one female fan is making headlines for her actions at Thursday night's Sugar Bowl.
With the shocking loss of Alabama to Auburn, questions again arise regarding the optimization of the BCS system. One of the primary issues up for debate: should a team with one loss be eligible for the title game?
CBS Sports college football analyst Tony Barnhart says the Alabama/Auburn game this past weekend may be in the top three finishes ever in college football.
It is fitting that the Iron Bowl finally gets to play this kind of role in the SEC, and it is a shock it has not happened like this before. Since the addition of a conference championship game in the SEC in 1992, Alabama and Auburn have never been quite this good in the same season.
This is the week college football fans have had circled on the calendar for quite some time. This is the week that will begin to truly shape the BCS Championship picture. This is the week we have been waiting for.
If there is one quarterback in the country you might want leading your offense down field with the game on the line, it may be Alabama's AJ McCarron.
The Pac 12 has a few quarterbacks being talked about when discussing the Heisman Trophy this season. While Oregon's Marcus Mariota may be considered the Heisman favorite at this point in the season, Oregon State's Sean Mannion has been doing more than enough to stay in the running, and may be the ultimate sleeper pick this season.
This year's Heisman Trophy race is already off to a fast start and as you might have expected, it is quarterbacks leading the way after just two weeks of play. Here is a look at last year's Heisman winner heading into week three of the season.
A construction worker in Oakland was seriously injured after he got his arm stuck in a piece of equipment, Pittsburgh Public Safety said.
Fallen Pittsburgh Fire Battalion Chief John Walsh was laid to rest on Monday
Pittsburgh legend Donnie Iris is bringing his annual birthday show to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg next year.
A SWAT team was called to South Fayette after the sheriff's office said deputies had to "take positions of cover" while serving an eviction notice.
Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal judge to toss out the charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the case stemming from the 2020 election.
Chief John Walsh was laid to rest following a funeral service at St. Paul Cathedral in Oakland.
A construction worker in Oakland was seriously injured after he got his arm stuck in a piece of equipment, Pittsburgh Public Safety said.
Pittsburgh legend Donnie Iris is bringing his annual birthday show to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg next year.
A SWAT team was called to South Fayette after the sheriff's office said deputies had to "take positions of cover" while serving an eviction notice.
Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal judge to toss out the charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the case stemming from the 2020 election.
Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal judge to toss out the charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the case stemming from the 2020 election.
President Biden pardoned two turkeys, Peach and Blossom that hail from Minnesota, where they will return.
JD Vance's election as vice president has opened up one of Ohio's U.S. Senate seats for the third time in as many years.
Democratic U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur's Trump-endorsed rival said he called the veteran Ohio congresswoman to concede defeat in the 2024 election.
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
With the online world dominating advance sales for the holiday starting in October, are Black Friday and Cyber Monday still relevant?
Gas prices in Pittsburgh are starting to fall as our travel picks up around Thanksgiving and Christmas.
The first Von Maur department store in Pennsylvania has opened at South Hills Village.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
A pizzeria in Pittsburgh's Oakland neighborhood was hit with a consumer alert.
PTL's Daisy Jade visits the City-County Building downtown to get a look at the the City of Pittsburgh's annual Gingerbread House Display and Competition!
Pittsburgh Today Live's Heather Abraham and David Highfield talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
We highlighted more ways the community is giving back to the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund, including a WPIAL food drive!
We learned some simple exercises today from our fitness expert, Aubrey Worek, to keep you motivated and disciplined during the holiday season.
Budget time at City Hall has Pittsburgh City Council scrutinizing Mayor Ed Gainey's proposed spending.
Amid staffing shortages in Pittsburgh EMS, a city program seeks to recruit and train from within the community.
The Ambridge Area School District recently purchased a security system touted for its ability to detect guns and knives.
As tales of scammers swiping tickets from Ticketmaster accounts grow, there are simple yet effective ways to protect your tickets.
With gambling addiction on the rise, thousands of Pennsylvanians have opted to ban themselves from casinos and online sportsbooks.
Keeping the kids healthy this time of year can be a challenge. Dr. Hayley Hellstern and Dr. Marisa Quattrone talk about their new practice in Fox Chaple, Zest Pediatrics.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Two Pittsburgh men are among the first to use a new device to regain movement following a stroke.
Thawing a turkey one week out from Thanksgiving may seem excessive, but it's necessary.
It is vital to find time for your physical well-being, even if it's just for a little bit. That's what we discussed today for our Wellness Wednesday conversation with Dr. Natalie Gentile.
Sidney Crosby scored his 600th NHL goal for Pittsburgh but the Penguins lost 6-1 to the Utah Hockey Club.
Isaac Brown rushed for two touchdowns, Tyler Shough threw for two scores and Stanquan Clark had two of Louisville's three interceptions as the Cardinals routed Pittsburgh 37-9 on Saturday.
Crosby is the 21st player in NHL history to reach the 600-goal mark.
Drew Allar passed for 233 yards and a touchdown and rushed for a score and a late fourth-down conversion to help fourth-ranked Penn State fend off Minnesota 26-25 and stay on track for a spot in the College Football Playoff.
CJ Donaldson had two short rushing touchdowns and West Virginia became bowl eligible with a 31-21 victory over UCF.
One tree farm in Harmony, Butler County, is already open for the season.
The hunt is still on for the one-of-a-kind Topps Paul Skenes Rookie Debut Patch Autograph card.
Pittsburgh remains at the forefront of the robotics industry.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
Giant Eagle has opened a new grocery store in Pittsburgh's Westwood neighborhood.
One of the most successful computer games of all time is currently being developed by Apple as a forthcoming movie.
Mac Miller fans are getting new music in the new year.
The official teaser for "The Pitt" dropped, revealing a premiere date in January.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
PTL's Daisy Jade visits the City-County Building downtown to get a look at the the City of Pittsburgh's annual Gingerbread House Display and Competition!
Fallen Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire Battalion Chief John Walsh was laid to rest on Monday following a funeral Mass at St. Paul Cathedral in the city's Oakland neighborhood. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman and Ross Guidotti report.
Pittsburgh Today Live's Heather Abraham and David Highfield talk about all the latest goings on and preview what's to come on today's show.
Speed painter Cody Sabol joins Talk Pittsburgh to give a sneak preview of what to expect at his show.
The Best Buddies’ upcoming Tastebuds event pairs Pittsburgh-area chefs with someone with intellectual and developmental disabilities, promising new flavors and new friends.
Fallen Pittsburgh Fire Battalion Chief John Walsh was laid to rest on Monday
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost 24-19 to the Cleveland Browns.
The Steelers beat the Ravens 18-16 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Firefighters battled a massive fire at Riley's Pour House, a popular Irish pub in Carnegie, on Thursday.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump held rallies in Pittsburgh on the eve of Election Day.
