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Three Power 4 softball programs ran up large scores, prompting a call for change in how mid-majors are compensated.
Oklahoma’s 32-0 home opener helped boost the weekend total to 84-0 across the three games.
Former coach Todd Bradley proposes a $1,000-per-run guarantee to mid-majors for blowouts.
Bradley calls for clauses that cap payments if the mid-major does not win, and for only paying the highest deficit when teams play more than once.
The discussion cites past payments to visiting teams, including OU’s $5,000 plus hotel rooms to Abilene Christian in 2025.
Texas Tech and Florida are also part of the broader discussion about game guarantees for mid-majors.
The piece notes the role of FOIA records in detailing past payments and travel arrangements.
Bradley argues new guarantees could deter excessive scoring and improve the game experience for all teams.
Author Maren Angus-Coombs provides context on the coaching landscape and ongoing coverage of college softball.

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Texas Tech landed Brendan Sorsby as the portal’s top QB target, amid a high-stakes bidding war.
Sorsby will have one season of eligibility with the Red Raiders after transferring from Cincinnati and Indiana.
Sorsby’s prior numbers at Indiana and Cincinnati include 1,587 passing yards and 15 TDs in 2023, plus 2,813 yards and 18 TDs at Cincinnati in 2024.
Texas Tech ranked No. 10 in the national portal class and No. 2 in the Big 12, per 247Sports, highlighting a top-tier recruitment effort.
booster Cody Campbell described the bidding dynamics, citing supply and demand at quarterback as a key factor.
The transfer portal story is part of ongoing coverage by Tucker Harlin for Vols Wire and The Voice of College Football Network.
Sorsby is described as the lone five-star in Texas Tech’s 2026 portal class and a headline acquisition.
The article ties Sorsby’s transfer to a broader trend of elite quarterback movement in the 2026 cycle.
Sorsby’s career included a redshirt year at Indiana in 2022 before becoming the Hoosiers’ starter in 2023.

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Illinois is pursuing Briceson Thrower, a Texas wide receiver, as a key 2027 recruit.
Thrower is rated a three-star recruit from North Forney, with about 45 scholarship offers.
Official visit for Thrower is scheduled during the weekend of June 12, intensifying the recruitment.
Illinois faces strong competition from Texas programs including A&M, Texas Tech and Texas.
Kamden Lopati, Illinois' current quarterback commit, would be paired with Thrower if he joins.
Illinois aims to strengthen its offense under Bret Bielema with another big-time wide receiver.
Thrower's recruitment is part of Illinois' broader Big Ten tournament and NCAA play-in context.
The article originates from writingillini.com and cites multiple outlets confirming the visit.
Thrower is a Texas-native prospect drawing attention from several major programs.

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Jacob Rodriguez said he models his game after Bills linebackers Matt Milano and Terrel Bernard.
Rodriguez believes he can play multiple linebacker roles in Buffalo’s defense.
He notes a potential fit amid Bills’ 3-4 scheme under Jim Leonhard.
Rodriguez compares his build to Bills linebackers, noting similar heights and weights.
The Bills could draft Rodriguez if Milano leaves in free agency.
Rodriguez highlighted McGuire’s connection to Bernard as a helpful reference.
Rodriguez discussed a potential role in Buffalo’s 3-4 defense with Leonhard.
The Combine spotlighted Rodriguez amid Bills’ drafting considerations.
The article notes Milano and Bernard as influential in shaping Rodriguez's approach.
Rodriguez conveyed confidence in his adaptability to Buffalo’s defensive roles.

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Jets reportedly eye two edge prospects, Bailey or Reese, with the No. 2 pick after trading Jermaine Johnson.
Bailey is viewed as the safer, more polished option, while Reese offers higher upside.
The Jets traded Jermaine Johnson to the Titans, creating an edge-rusher vacancy in New York.
Cimini linked Aaron Glenn's new scheme to building around a primary edge presence.
The Jets expect to address the position with a top pick despite Will McDonald IV under contract.
Cimini identified Reese as a potential 'superstar' ceiling with elite athletic tools.
Johnson's trade to Tennessee created a hole at edge rusher for the Jets.
Cimini argued the top edge candidates are Reese and Bailey, with Bain as a possible third option.
Bailey led the nation in sacks and had an excellent NFL Combine performance.
Reese brings a sub-4.50 40-yard dash and versatility to spy, cover, and rush.
The article notes the Jets loaded with edge talent in the past, now scrambling.

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