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Good in the Game 8/26

August 26, 2025

Good morning, football fans! If you played football and felt it impacted your life in a positive way, remember to submit your “I Played” story today!

The National Football Foundations & College Hall of Fame have announced the 2025 schedule for the NFF Hall of Fame On-Campus Salutes, presented by Fidelity Investments! The NFF Hall of Fame On-Campus Salutes, which began with the inaugural NFF College Football Hall of Fame Class in 1951, have become a hallowed tradition, serving as the first of numerous activities in each electee's Hall of Fame experience.
 
During the NFF Hall of Fame On-Campus Salutes, each member of the 2025 NFF College Football Hall of Fame Class will return to his respective school to accept a Hall of Fame plaque that will stay on permanent display at the institution. The events take place on the field during a home game, and many Hall of Famers cite the experience as the ultimate capstone to their careers, providing them one more chance to take the field and be recognized in front of their home crowd.

🏈 Click here to check out the 2025 NFF Hall of Fame On-Campus Salute schedule

Five members of the College Football Hall of Fame are passing their expertise off on the next generation as head coaches of college teams this fall! Terrell Buckley (2019 inductee, Florida State) is in his first season at Mississippi Valley State, Eddie George (2011 inductee, Ohio State) is in his first season at Bowling Green, Terance Mathis (2023 inductee, New Mexico) is in his second season at Morehouse College, Deion Sanders (2011 inductee, Florida State) enters his third season at Colorado, and Michael Vick (2025 inductee, Virginia Tech) enters his first season at Norfolk State.

🏈 Click here to read more about college football stars now coaching in college

In the latest episode of the Good in the Game Podcast, two legends of Happy Valley sit down for an in-depth interview as host LaVar Arrington is joined by 2026 College Football Hall of Fame Nominee Ki-Jana Carter. The guys discuss how Ki-Jana got to Penn State growing up in Ohio, almost leaving Happy Valley during his freshman year, the 1994 undefeated Penn State team and what the game has done for him in his life.

Join us to celebrate college football legends at one of the sport's grandest traditions!

The highlight of the Awards Dinner will be the induction of the 2025 College Football Hall of Fame Class, where 18 legendary players and four acclaimed coaches take their place amongst the greatest of all time. The inductees proudly represent every region of the country, 28 collegiate institutions, 11 conferences, and seven decades.

Bo Schembechler claimed hallowed ground at the Rose Bowl Stadium on Aug. 9 as the Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation unveiled his historical marker outside the venue. The late NFF College Football Hall of Fame coach, who led Michigan to 10 Rose Bowl appearances and compiled a .775 career winning percentage, passed away in 2006 at the age of 77. His wife Cathy, along with former players and Michigan dignitaries, represented him at the ceremony, where NFF COO Matthew Sign delivered remarks. The event also marked the dedication of the 1902 East-West Statue, commemorating the first college football postseason game. NFF Hall of Famer Neil Snow, a Michigan standout in that inaugural contest, was represented by his grandson Russell, a Tournament of Roses member who posed with the statue.

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Fans from Iowa State and Kansas State flocked across the pond to Dublin, Ireland to watch the Cyclones and Wildcats in the annual “Farmageddon” matchup. The full stadium and back-and-forth game had the feel of a big-time bowl matchup!

Lionel Taylor, the first player to catch 100 passes in a pro season and later the NFL’s first Black offensive coordinator, has passed away. He was 89.

Donald Anderson, a three-year letterwinner at Rice and member of the 1947 Orange Bowl-winning team, has passed away. He was 99.

Name: Tim Tebow — national champion, 2007 Heisman Trophy winner
High School: Nease High School (Fla.)
College: University of Florida

How has football impacted your life?
“Football takes you places you didn’t think you could go, and pushes you past boundaries you never thought you could push past. You begin to have more confidence in who you are and what you can do and what you can dream and so many other things, so I’m so grateful for this incredible game.”

Share your football story with us! We want to know what football means to you, the lessons you learned, and the opportunities it provided.

Steve Young discussed the leadership principles of Bill Walsh and Bill Campbell, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, partnership, and seeing potential in others during the 2025 Campbell Trophy Summit at Stanford July 25.

He shared personal anecdotes about overcoming victimization and the impact of mentorship from Roger Staubach. Young highlighted the transition from football to private equity, noting the advice from Staubach to leave the game behind. He also touched on the evolving landscape of college sports, the potential for players to own equity, and the challenges faced by the NCAA in regulating financial benefits for student-athletes. Young concluded by reflecting on the importance of teamwork and authenticity in leadership.

September 24 — Announcement of the 2025 Campbell Trophy® Semifinalists

October 22 — Announcement of the 2025 Campbell Trophy® Finalists and the 2024 NFF National Scholar-Athlete Class, presented by Fidelity Investments

December 9 — 67th NFF Annual Awards Dinner Presented by Las Vegas at Bellagio Resort & Casino

December 9 — Announcement of the winner of the 36th NFF William V. Campbell Trophy® during the 67th NFF Annual Awards Dinner Presented by Las Vegas

January 19, 2026 — CFP National Championship at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida

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