College football media days engage fans and analysts ahead of new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
College football media days are taking place across the nation as teams gear up for the upcoming season. Significant events occurred in cities like Dallas, Charlotte, Chicago, and Tampa, where conferences showcased players and coaches ahead of their first games. Analysts discuss the evolving nature of media days, which have shifted from intimate gatherings to large-scale events covered by major networks. The discussions illuminate team dynamics and highlight news, such as the Big 12's deal with Monster Energy Drink. As teams prepare for their season debuts, these media gatherings continue to reflect the culture and excitement surrounding college football.
- •Media days held in Dallas, Charlotte, Chicago, and Tampa.
- •Events serve as platforms for coaches and players to engage with media.
- •The Big 12 announced a partnership with Monster Energy Drink.
- •Paul Finebaum reflects on the changing dynamics of SEC Media Days.
- •Analysts emphasize the importance of media days for fan education.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — What’s the value of college football media days in 2026?
"By the end of next month, every college football team in America will have played at least one game. Until then, fans are still in the thick of what Steve Spurrier once called “talking season.” Until Week 0 arrives, all we have are predictions and hypotheticals. We have arrived at something of an oasis in…
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